General Information

In this programme, basic concepts in the field of Medical Parasitology, morphology of parasites, evolutionary stages, epidemiology, prevention methods, direct, indirect and molecular diagnostic methods are covered.

Length of Programme & Number of Credits

2 Year - 120 ECTS

Feature & Definition

Diagnostic methods applied for laboratory diagnosis of diseases caused by medically important parasites in humans are given with theoretical knowledge and laboratory applications.

Mode of Study

Full Time

Head of Department

Dr. Öğr. Üyesi MEHTAP DEMİRKAZIK

ECTS / Course Catalog Coordinator

Dr. Öğr. Üyesi MEHTAP DEMİRKAZIK

Erasmus Coordinator

Internship Coordinator

Dr. Öğr. Üyesi MEHTAP DEMİRKAZIK

Orientation Staff

Goals

To gain competence in the diagnosis of diseases caused by protozoa, helminths and arthropods in the field of Medical Parasitology with theoretical and practical observation and analysis.

Objectives

In the field of Medical Parasitology, students have the knowledge and skills to analyse independently with the knowledge and practices acquired, and to be a programme that brings innovations to science with research.

Specific Admission Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Biology Department of Faculty of Science and related branches of Health Sciences

Qualification Awarded

The title of ‘Master’ (MSc) in the field of Medical Parasitology is awarded.

Level of Qualification

Master's

Qualification Requirements of Graduation

become an expert in the field of medical parasitology at the end of the programme

Access to Further Studies

After graduation, it is possible to transfer to the PhD programme in Medical Parasitology.

Internship

Medical Parasitology In addition to the theoretical knowledge, theoretical and practical knowledge gained in the field of laboratory applications gain the ability to use the theoretical and practical knowledge

Applied Course

To gain the ability to recognise the laboratory materials used in the Medical Parasitology Laboratory, to use microscope and to gain the ability to identify parasites in practice

Work Placement

Theoretical knowledge and laboratory training skills are gained and the competence to create experimental protocols is gained and the laboratory is worked with the awareness of biosafety measures of itself and other personnel in the laboratory.

Double Major, Additional Major & Exchange Possibilities

None

Employment Opportunities

Can be employed in Medical Parasitology Laboratories