Istanbul Arel University psychology programs complete checklist

Program fundamentals to verify (Academic & Administrative)

Program levels and official titles

Confirm exact program titles as published by the university (e.g., Bachelor of Psychology, MSc Psychology (Thesis), MSc Psychology (Non-Thesis), PhD in Psychology). Verify whether programs are offered full-time, part-time, or distance/hybrid. For canonical reference, link to the institutional profile: Arel University.

Accreditation and recognition

• Confirm national accreditation (YÖK recognition) and any program-level approvals.
• Check for international accreditations or academic partnerships.
• Cross-reference professional recognition for clinical, counselling, or educational psychologist pathways.

Degree structure and ECTS/credit mapping

• Confirm total ECTS or credit requirements for each level.
• Obtain course lists: core courses, electives, thesis/dissertation requirements.
• Verify practicum/clinical hour expectations (essential for clinical counselling tracks).

Curriculum & clinical training — items to check

Core academic components

• Foundations: developmental, cognitive, social, biological psychology.
• Research methods: mandatory statistics/research design coursework.
• Ethics and professional practice courses.

Practical training & placements

• Required supervised practicum hours and evaluation criteria.
• On-campus clinics, affiliated hospitals, or partner counselling centers.
• Internship partner agreements and MOUs — confirm active, signed partnerships.

Research & thesis supervision (for graduate levels)

• Thesis regulations — timelines, defense requirements, publication expectations.
• Availability and profiles of potential supervisors (research areas).
• Access to research labs, participant pools, and journal subscription resources.

Admissions checklist (student-facing criteria)

Eligibility & academic prerequisites

• Minimum GPA requirements and equivalent international qualifications.
• Specific undergraduate prerequisites for graduate applicants (e.g., psychology degree or make-up courses).
• Recognition of international diplomas and the credential evaluation process.

Language requirements

• Program language(s) of instruction (Turkish, English, bilingual).
• Minimum TOEFL/IELTS/PTE or Turkish proficiency requirements.
• Availability of language preparatory programs or conditional admissions.

Application materials

• Required documents: diploma, transcript, passport copy, CV, motivation letter, letters of recommendation, research proposal (for PhD).
• Application deadlines, rolling intake dates, and fee payment details.
• Online application portal steps and contact for admissions queries — confirm contact details with the university admissions office.

Financials, scholarships & student support

Tuition, fees & cost transparency

• Confirm per‑semester and per‑year tuition for local and international students.
• List mandatory university fees (registration, student union, practical lab fees).
• Policies on tuition increases and refund terms.

Scholarships and financial aid

• Available merit-based or need-based scholarships, assistantships for graduate students.
• External scholarship programs and eligibility rules.
• Process for applying and receiving scholarship decisions.

Student services

• International student office support: orientation, academic advising, housing assistance.
• Mental health and counselling services for psychology students (important selling point).
• Career services, placement support and alumni networks.

Legal, visa & post-graduation considerations

Student visa essentials

• Visa categories and duration for international psychology students.
• Required documents for initial visa application and renewals.
• Work-permit rules for students during study and post-graduation.

Licensing and professional pathways

• Recognition of the psychology degree for clinical registration in Turkiye and internationally.
• Continuing education or certification requirements for practising psychologists.
• Typical timelines for supervised practice and licensure routes.

Marketing, recruitment & automation checklist (for recruiters & admissions teams)

Program positioning & messaging

• Core selling points: clinical training, research strengths, faculty profiles, language options.
• Target market segmentation: international students seeking clinical practice, research-focused candidates, or those pursuing bilingual education.
• Key differentiators vs. peer institutions (e.g., practicum partners, lab access).

Digital assets & content readiness

• Program landing page with complete curriculum, admission steps and contact forms.
• Faculty bios and research highlights.
• Video tours of facilities and student testimonials.
• Ensure content localization: English and key market languages where needed.

CRM & application workflow integration

• Ensure application forms integrate with CRM for lead capture and follow-up automation.
• Map lead stages (inquiry > application > document verification > acceptance > enrollment).
• Automate reminders for missing documents, deadlines, scholarship opportunities and pre-arrival instructions.

Compliance & data protection

• Confirm data handling policies for international applicants (consent, storage, data transfer).
• Integration of secure document upload and verification tools.
• Audit trail for decisions and communication for regulatory and quality-assurance reviews.

Partnering checklist — making Study in Turkiye’s services work for you

International recruitment support

• Align program brochures, webinars, and virtual open days with Study in Turkiye outreach campaigns.
• Use targeted outreach for markets with high demand for psychology degrees and licensure pathways.

Admissions processing & efficiency

• Implement automated document checks and status updates to reduce manual workload.
• Use Study in Turkiye solutions to minimize time-to-offer and improve applicant experience.

Agency and recruitment partner onboarding

• Provide clear partner briefing packs with timelines, commission structures, and lead routing.
• Implement quality-control measures for partner-led applications (document checks, interview protocols).

Comparison & referral links on Study in Turkiye

When advising applicants or designing recruitment pathways, compare program features across institutions hosted on Study in Turkiye. Use these links to benchmark and cross-refer programs, practicum models, or international student services:

Each of the above has a dedicated profile on Study in Turkiye; cross-reference them when preparing candidate options or benchmarking program features.

Quality assurance — audit steps before listing or promoting a program

• Confirm the program page on the university’s Study in Turkiye profile matches the university’s official materials.
• Validate intake dates, fee figures, and scholarship details with university admissions contacts.
• Run a compliance check for claims about licensure or professional recognition.
• Execute a live applicant journey test: query submission, document upload, response timing, and offer generation.

Communications templates & sample messages (for recruiters and admissions teams)

Use the following templates as a foundation for automated or manual communications. Adapt tone and details for the institution and target market.

Inquiry acknowledgement

Subject: Thank you for your interest in the Psychology program at Istanbul Arel University

Dear [Name],

Thank you for your enquiry. We have received your request and will respond within [X] business days. Next steps: submit your documents via the admissions portal and schedule an admissions advisor call.

Document reminder

Subject: Reminder: Documents required to complete your application

Dear [Name],

Please upload the outstanding documents listed in your application portal by [deadline]. If you need support, contact the international office.

Offer letter follow-up

Subject: Offer from Istanbul Arel University — next steps

Dear [Name],

Congratulations. To accept your offer, please confirm via the portal and pay the deposit. We will provide visa-letter instructions following receipt.

Pre-arrival pack

Include accommodation options, orientation schedule, local registration requirements and emergency contacts. Provide checklists for arrival and health-insurance requirements.

Practical timeline — action plan for international candidates (example)

• 6–9 months before intake: market outreach, webinars, targeted ads, and initial screening.
• 3–6 months: application submission, document verification, scholarship applications.
• 1–3 months: acceptance, deposit, visa application support, housing confirmation.
• 0–1 month: pre-arrival orientation, health insurance, arrival logistics.

Final checks specific to psychology programs (risk & ethics)

• Confirm clear policies on research ethics, participant consent, and data protection for student research projects.
• Ensure clinical practicums have supervision ratios that meet professional standards.
• Verify mental health support for students engaged in clinical training to mitigate burnout and secondary trauma.

Why partner with Study in Turkiye for psychology recruitment

Study in Turkiye offers end-to-end support tailored to international recruitment and admissions:

• Leadership in education marketing and trusted university partnerships across Turkiye.
• Scalable recruitment pipelines and solutions that reduce manual work for admissions teams.
• Expertise in market-entry strategies, lead qualification, and compliance with international student mobility standards.

For program-specific support at Istanbul Arel University, consult the university profile on Study in Turkiye: Arel University.

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