​ History: The Department of Western Languages and Literatures was established in 2011 within the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, in accordance with Article 7/d-2 of the Higher Education Law No. 2547, as amended by Law No. 2880. With the approval of the Council of Higher Education, the department officially commenced its academic programs in the Fall semester of the 2019-2020 academic year.

Batı Dilleri ve Edebiyatları Bölümü, 2880 sayılı Kanun ile değiştirilen 2547 sayılı Yükseköğretim Kanunu’nun 7/d-2 Maddesi uyarınca 2011 yılında Fen-Edebiyat Fakültesi bünyesinde kurulmuştur. Yükseköğretim Kurulu’nun onayıyla bölüm, resmi olarak 2019-2020 akademik yılı Güz döneminde akademik programlarına başlamıştır.

​Program Outputs:

• ​Advanced Language Proficiency: Graduates will attain a high level of proficiency in English, demonstrating fluency, accuracy, and sophistication in both written and spoken communication.
• In-depth Literary Knowledge: Students will acquire a comprehensive understanding of English literature, covering major literary periods, movements, genres, and influential authors from the Middle Ages to contemporary times.
• Critical and Analytical Thinking: Graduates will develop the ability to critically analyze and interpret literary texts, utilizing theoretical frameworks and literary criticism to form independent, well-supported arguments.
• Research and Scholarly Skills: Students will learn advanced research methodologies, enabling them to conduct scholarly research, engage with academic sources, and produce well-documented, original research papers.
• Cultural Awareness and Interdisciplinary Insight: The program will enhance students’ understanding of diverse cultural perspectives, fostering an appreciation of literature as a reflection of historical, social, and cultural contexts. Graduates will be equipped to make connections between literature and other disciplines such as history, philosophy, and cultural studies.
• Effective Communication Skills: Graduates will develop the ability to communicate ideas clearly, persuasively, and effectively in both academic and public settings, through presentations, discussions, and written works.
• Creative and Comparative Analysis: Students will learn to compare and contrast literary works from different periods and cultures, developing creative insights and comparative perspectives that contribute to a deeper appreciation of global literature.
• Ethical and Reflective Understanding: Graduates will demonstrate an awareness of ethical issues in literature, including representations of gender, race, and class, and will be encouraged to think reflectively about the role of literature in addressing societal issues.
• ​Preparation for Professional Paths: The program will prepare students for diverse career paths by fostering skills in critical thinking, communication, and research, which are applicable in education, publishing, media, translation, and other fields.
  Lifelong Learning and Adaptability: Graduates will embody the principles of lifelong learning, displaying adaptability and a commitment to continuing personal and professional growth in a changing global environment.
• Yaşam Boyu Öğrenme ve Uyumluluk: Mezunlar, sürekli kişisel ve mesleki gelişime olan bağlılıklarını göstererek, değişen küresel ortamda yaşam boyu öğrenme ilkelerini benimseyeceklerdir.

​Language of Instruction: The medium of instruction for the program has been set at 30% English, as determined by the Council of Higher Education (YÖK). Students admitted to the department are provided with a one-year English preparatory course to enhance their language proficiency.

Programın öğretim dili, Yükseköğretim Kurulu (YÖK) tarafından belirlenen şekilde %30 İngilizce olarak belirlenmiştir. Bölüme kabul edilen öğrencilere dil yeterliliklerini geliştirmek amacıyla bir yıl süreli İngilizce hazırlık eğitimi verilmektedir.

Infrastructure

​The Department of English Language and Literature at Iğdır University is committed to providing a comprehensive educational experience through its well-developed infrastructure. The department offers a range of facilities and resources designed to support both students and faculty in their academic pursuits.

• Modern Classrooms: Equipped with contemporary teaching aids to facilitate effective learning.
• Library Access: Students have access to a vast digital collection of literary works, academic journals, and resources essential for in-depth research and study.
• Study Areas: Designated quiet zones and group study rooms are available to accommodate various study preferences and collaborative projects.
• Academic Support Services: The department offers academic advising, tutoring, and workshops to assist students in their educational journey.

These facilities are integral to the department's mission of fostering a conducive learning environment that promotes academic excellence and personal growth among students.

• Course Contents/Course Catalogue

Double Major Program: It provides students with the opportunity to earn an additional undergraduate degree in a field of interest outside their primary area of study. Through this program, students can complete coursework in two distinct departments and graduate with diplomas in both fields, broadening their academic and professional qualifications.

Minor Program: It allows students to take a specified number of courses in an area of interest outside their primary field of study. Upon completing the minor program, students receive an official certificate in that area; however, this does not equate to a second undergraduate diploma.

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Bölümün Amacı :  İngiliz Dili ve Edebiyatı Anabilim Dalı'nın amacı, İngilizce diline ve edebiyatına ilişkin kapsamlı bir bilgi birikimi sağlamak, eleştirel düşünce becerileri kazandırmak ve kültürel bir anlayış geliştirmektir. Program, öğrencilere İngilizceyi hem yazılı hem de sözlü olarak etkin bir şekilde kullanma yetkinliği kazandırırken, İngiliz edebiyatının farklı dönemlerini, önemli eserlerini ve yazarlarını derinlemesine anlamalarını sağlar. Amaç ayrıca, küresel bir bakış açısı kazandırmak ve mezunların akademik, edebi, kültürel ve profesyonel alanlarda etkin olabilmelerini sağlamaktır.

Bölümün Mevcut Durumu ve Geleceği: 

Iğdır Üniversitesi İngiliz Dili ve Edebiyatı Anabilim Dalı, şu anda yalnızca lisans düzeyinde eğitim vermektedir. Lisans programında, öğrencilere İngilizce dil yetkinliği ve İngiliz edebiyatına dair kapsamlı bir bilgi birikimi kazandırılmaktadır.

Gelecek planları arasında, yüksek lisans programı açarak akademik kariyer yapmak isteyen öğrencilere daha ileri düzeyde eğitim sunmak yer almaktadır. Bu adım, akademik çeşitliliği artırmayı ve bölümü daha cazip hale getirmeyi amaçlamaktadır. Ayrıca, bu gelişme bölümün ulusal ve uluslararası alandaki etkisini de artıracaktır.

Alanın Altında Yer Alan Meslekler: İngiliz Dili ve Edebiyatı mezunları için şu meslekler öne çıkar:

• Akademisyen
• Çevirmen (yazılı ve sözlü)
• Yabancı dil eğitmeni veya öğretmeni
• Editör, içerik yazarı veya yayıncı
• Kültürel danışman
• Turizm rehberi veya uluslararası müşteri ilişkileri uzmanı
• Reklam ve medya sektöründe metin yazarı
• Dış ticaret ve uluslararası ilişkiler uzmanı

İş Bulma İmkanları: Mezunlar, dil hakimiyetlerinin yüksekliği sayesinde geniş bir iş yelpazesine sahiptir. Çeviri büroları, yayın evleri, uluslararası kuruluşlar, turizm şirketleri, eğitim kurumları ve medya sektörü en yaygın iş bulma alanlarıdır. Ayrıca, kamu sektöründe KPSS ile öğretmenlik ve akademik kariyer olanakları bulunur. Küreselleşmenin etkisiyle, dijital içerik yazarlığı, uzaktan eğitim ve online çeviri gibi alanlarda da iş imkanları giderek artmaktadır.

You can find a short program presentation here: 

1. Aim and Vision

• Aim: Enhancing English language proficiency, exploring the depths of English literature, and increasing cultural awareness of the students.
• Vision: To cultivate individuals who can strongly represent and prove their professional skills in the academic and professional world.

2. Program Content

• Language Education: English grammar, writing, reading, speaking, and translation skills
• English Literature Courses: Classical and modern English literature, literary criticism, and period-specific works
• Cultural Courses: English culture and comparisons with world literature
• ​Elective Courses: Cinema, theatre, contemporary philosophy, ecocriticism, narratology, utopian and dystopian literature, American literature
  

3. Current Status

• Program Level: Undergraduate Program
• Future Plans: Preparations for launching a master's program

4. Career Opportunities

• Translation/Interpretation
• Language Teaching
• Publishing and Editing
• Tourism and International Relations
• Media and Advertising
• ​Academic Career

5. Advantages for Graduates

• Global Perspective: Knowledge of English provides an advantage on international platforms.
• Career Diversity: Broad job opportunities across various sectors
• Personal Development: Critical thinking and effective communication skills

6. Future Prospects of the Program

• International Collaborations: Increasing exchange opportunities through Erasmus, Farabi, and Mevlana programs
• New Programs: Advanced education opportunities at master's and doctoral levels

7. Why Opt for This Program?

• You can gain access to world cultures through the lens of literature and language.
• Küresel anlamda ve seciyede akademik ve profesyonel becerilerle donanmış birey olabilirsiniz.
• İngiliz edebiyatının büyüleyici dünyasına adım atabilirsiniz.

​Adres : Şehit Bülent Yurtseven Campus Faculty Building Floor:4 Suveren/IĞDIR

• ​Call Center : 444 9 447
  ​Phone: +90 476 223 00 10 - 46 11
  
•    Fax: +90 476 223 00 17 
  
• E-mail: erdinc.parlak@igdir.edu.tr

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