Faculty of Health Sciences

Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation

Duration 4 Years

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About the Department

Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Department undergraduate program has been providing formal education since the 2012-2013 academic year. The students are taught theoretical and practical basic information in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, and current education and training practices. Today, physiotherapists provide services with increasing numbers of approaches in increasing the quality of life related to independent movement and health in all situations where movement and function are threatened for various reasons. The present and future needs of societies that have become increasingly inactive due to the developing technology in the world and in our country make the development of the physiotherapist profession inevitable. Within the scope of the department, it is aimed to improve the quality of life of the individual with multidimensional physiotherapy and rehabilitation approaches in order to improve the functions of the musculoskeletal system and other system disorders, and to plan accurate and effective exercise programs.

Education Opportunities

Duration of physiotherapy and rehabilitation training is 4 years, and those who wish can pursue a master's or doctorate. During their education, physiotherapists study basic medical sciences such as anatomy, physiology, pathology, neuroanatomy, as well as profession-specific theoretical and practical skills such as electrophysical agents, kinesiology, manipulative therapy, basic measurement and evaluation, neurophysiological approaches, orthotics-prosthesis rehabilitation, pediatric rehabilitation, sportsman health and rehabilitation. There are therapeutic movements and electrotherapy laboratories within the department and anatomy laboratory within the faculty. There are summer internships in the 2nd and 3rd classes of the education, and practical applications within the scope of clinical work in the 4th class. Lessons are given in a way that will develop students' imagination and analytical thinking skills, with a staff of experts and professionally experienced higher education staff. Students who wish can do double major or minor with various departments while continuing their physiotherapy and rehabilitation education.

Accreditations and Memberships

Cyprus International University (CIU) Faculty of Health Sciences, Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Undergraduate Program was awarded a 2-year accreditation between 19 March 2021 – 30 September 2023, as a result of the evaluation made by the SABAK. Within the scope of the accreditation process, within the framework of the criteria determined by SABAK, improvements and innovations were made in the educational objectives of the program, curriculum syllabus and course contents in accordance with the views and demands of internal and external stakeholders. Within the framework of accreditation studies, great steps are taken to increase the various activities and seminars currently held in order to contribute to the academic development of the academic staff, to increase the student satisfaction, to increase the employment opportunities of the graduates and to facilitate the exchange of students and lecturers between universities.

On August 2, 2024, Cyprus International University became a member of the European Network of Physiotherapy in Higher Education (ENPHE). This membership represents a significant step in strengthening our academic collaborations in the field of physiotherapy and enhancing the quality of education across Europe.

Career Areas

Physiotherapists can work in various units of public and private hospitals that provide preventive, treatment and rehabilitation services (neurology, orthopedics and traumatology, rheumatology, sports injuries, cardio-pulmonary, chest diseases, intensive care, etc.), sports-health centers, various sports clubs, retirement homes and spa-thermal facilities in our country as well as abroad. With the new regulations, physiotherapists can now also work in the Guidance and Research Centers. However, since the need for academics is high, he can work as a research assistant, lecturer or manager in the Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Departments of universities. He can work as an academician by obtaining a science expertise and doctorate degree in the specialized branches of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, and can contribute to the development of evidence-based practices by reaching the rank of associate professor and professor in the field of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation.

Contact

Faculty of Health Sciences
Çevik Uraz Center, CU206
Tel: +90 392 671 1111 Extension: 2251
Faculty E-mail: secretary-fhs@ciu.edu.tr
Head of Department: Asst. Prof. Dr. Hülya ÖZBEŞER
Head of Department E-mail: hozbeser@ciu.edu.tr

Compulsory Courses

First Semester

BASIC ANATOMY

Course code

ANTM101

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The anatomical structure of all systems within the scope of this course, students will be transferred by taking a human body in detail. Introduction to anatomy and to teach students general information about the terminology bones, to teach students the development and classification of upper limb joints, muscles, blood vessels and nerves / plexus of teaching students, lower extremity joints, muscles, blood vessels and nerves / plexus of teaching students, the head and vertebral column joints muscle, to teach students the blood vessels and nerves, nervous system anatomy, circulatory system anatomy of the respiratory system anatomy, digestive system anatomy of the urinary system anatomy, anatomy of the sense organs, introduction to teach students as detailed in neuroanatomy.

READING AND WRITING SKILLS-I

Course code

ENGL141

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This course aims to develop students' listening, speaking, reading - writing and study skills. The course provides students with the opportunity to develop their communication skills through controlled activities and to equip students with the basic study skills necessary to follow the curriculum of English. This course also provides students with the opportunity to process the newly acquired knowledge and to develop their ability to ask questions about how to apply the new knowledge to new situations and ask them to think critically. In addition, this course will enable students to learn about the different strategies required to review the various reading pieces, such as finding the main idea and distinguishing the details from the main idea.

INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS

Course code

ITEC110

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The aim of this course is to give the students an understanding of the fundamentals of computers such as the basic components of the computers, input, output, storage devices and processing as well as application and system software, utility programs and internet basics. At the end of this course students will be familiar with the computer terminology and able to use the word processing and spreadsheet programs as well as efficient internet usage. General presentation of computer technologies, Windows operating system and applications in the Microsoft Office packageWord, Excel, Access and Power Point , softwares used in pharmacies, drawing for academic purposes and web-based method of screening of literature are also covered.

PHYSIOLOGY-I

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PHYO105

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The objective of the course is to provide students with basic level of information on all Physiology subjects. Blood-muscle-circulation-respiration system physiology, homeostasis, structure of the cell potential, the cell membrane structure and membranes substance transition, regulation of body fluid and electrolyte balance, membrane potential, action potential generation and transmission of, excitable tissue, skeletal muscle physiology, smooth muscle physiology, blood physiology, cardiac muscle physiology, coronary and peripheral circulation, mechanisms of synaptic transmission, muscle contraction mechanism, peripheral nervous system, the sympathetic nervous system, the parasympathetic nervous system, Cranial issues will be examined in detail. In some subjects such as cell structure it is aimed to increase the students' interest and knowledge with practical application.

PHYSICS

Course code

PHYS107

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The aim of the course is to provide the basic information in order to help the students to understand the possible complicated problems in pharmacy. In this regard the basic principles and methods of solving the problems in physics are thought. The course provides a basic grounding in elementary physics including mechanics, electricity, optics, surface physics and thermodynamics, Newton's laws of motion and gravitation, the conservation laws of momentum and energy and collisions. The electric field, circuits, capacitors, electric potential and magnetic field are covered. Also reflection and refraction are considered. Surface tension and viscosity are thought in detail. Finally, basics of thermodynamics are given.

INTRODUCTION TO PHYSIOTHERAPY

Course code

PTRE101

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The aim of this course is to inform the students about the definition, content and development of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation and its structure in the country and abroad; to give information about undergraduate and graduate education in the field of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, current regulations, professional practices and teamwork; to evaluate the duties and responsibilities of the physiotherapist, ethical values and communication. The course will help new beginners in physiotherapy and rehabilitation undergraduate education to learn about the sub-branches of the field. Cardiopulmonary, orthopedic, neurological, pediatric, sports rehabilitation as well as major areas such as geriatric rehabilitation will allow the recognition of specialized areas. The course will be given theoretically, with various video-supported visuals.

THERMAL-LIGHT-HDYROTHERAPY

Course code

PTRE105

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The main aim of the course is to provide basic information about physical principles, physiological effects, application methods, indications and contraindications, and hazards of heat, light, hydrotherapy modalities to students. The topics within the scope of this course are basic cell and tissue structure and properties, definition and steps of inflammation; definition and theories of pain; repair mechanisms; physical properties of heat and light; the effects of superficial temperature modalities and physiological effects of infrared, laser, ultraviolet, helioterapy and cold application on inflammation and pain; the aim and physiological effects of using hydrotherapy. Students will summarize, the heat, light and hydrotherapy issues according to detailed and clinically applicable knowledge and skills in the treatment of illnesses based on scientific bases.

TURKISH LANGUAGE

Course code

TREG100

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This course examines basic areas of language and expression. In the first half of the course, the theoretical approach to language is formed and the spelling rules of the Turkish language are studied. In the latter part of the course, language and narrative errors are studied together with editing. In the second half of the course, formal writing, curriculum vitae, petition, evaluation of the columns in terms of language and style, types of written expression and practice; Turkish production and application of shooting attachments; Turkish grammar structure; It is aimed to teaching subjects like phonetics of Turkish to students.

TURKISH

Course code

TURK100

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This course provides an orientation to modern Turkish language for foreign students who wish to communicate in this language for their needs. It mainly focuses on the differences between Turkish and English Alphabets, especially the sounds and the letters which are not included in the English alphabet (i.e. Turkish letters ç-ğ-i-ö-ş-ü). In addition, basic grammar and sentence structure forms in Turkish are practised. The required grammar and vocabulary will also be developed through their adaptation to daily situations in contexts such as introducing yourselves, greeting, talking about the things they possess by using possessive adjectives, forming positive, negative and question sentences by using present simple, telling the time, talking about their own timetables, using demonstrative pronouns when describing the place of objects and becoming familiar with vocabulary related to family members.

Second Semester

ADVANCED ANATOMY

Course code

ANTM102

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READING AND WRITING SKILLS-II

Course code

ENGL142

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This course is the continuation of ENG 101. The course aims to improve students' listening, speaking, reading, writing and working skills. In the course, students are guided in writing compare and contrast essays using Venn diagram. In addition, the aim of the course is to learn the necessary conjunctions for composition writing. In addition, the students will be able to write a four-part critical composition by learning the difference between ideas and factual real sentences and how to write the opposing opinion and sentences used to refute it. Thus, the students will be able to distinguish between the compare and contrast essay and discursive essay. Students will also be able to make presentations by using presentation techniques. In addition, this course aims to summarize the reading pieces of the students and to use the strategies of reading and to draw conclusions and meanings using their reading skills.

FREE ELECTIVE

Course code

FREEXX1

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FREE ELECTIVE

OCCUPATIONAL ETHICS IN HEALTH

Course code

HELS250

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In this course students gain knowledge about definition of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, definition of ethics and rules; duties and rights of patients health care workers; duties and rights of the government; ethic principles of physiotherapy; ethic principles of science and education of ethics. Topics of this course are definition of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, working fields of physiotherapist in the world and Turkey, ethics and human rights, duties and rights of patients and health care workers, duties and rights of health of the government, current ethical problems in physiotherapy. The goal of this course is to raise a respectful medical personel due to world-class ethics, patient rights and professional ethics.

HISTORY OF CIVILIZATION

Course code

HIST100

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The aim of this course is to outline the development of civilizations in the course of history. It firstly focuses on the concepts such as “Civilization”, “Prehistoric”, and “Historic” and on the factors forcing the emergence of the first civilizations. As well as examining the prehistoric periods and their characteristics in the course of human life since the first appearance of human beings on earth, the course mainly focuses on the early civilizations, namely the Mesopotamian, Egyptian, Aegean, Classical Greek, Hellenistic, Indian, Chinese and Roman Civilizations. Political, social, economical, cultural, intellectual, philosophical and scientific aspects in these entities are also examined in this course.

PHYSIOLOGY-II

Course code

PHYO106

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The objective of the course is to provide students with basic level of information on all Physiology subjects. Digestion- excretion-endocrine-metabolism- genital physiology. Circulatory and respiratory system, digestive system, endocrine system, reproductive system and describes the basic concepts and important physiological mechanisms for reproductive physiology. And kidney function, respiratory system, endocrine system, hormones, liver function, insulin-glucagon mechanism, metabolism, gastrointestinal tract, urinary system, skin physiology, structure of the eye and visual pathways, physiology of hearing, smell physiology, sensory physiology will be studied in detail; It will be supported by practical application. In some subjects such as cell structure it is aimed to increase the students' interest and knowledge with practical application.

INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY

Course code

PSYC103

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The purpose of this course is to meet psychology students with the general psychology and to give basic information which will provide them to get over the spesific courses they will take next years. “Scientific approach” will be discussed as either general or specified on the science of psychology and it will be provided that psychology students will approach to psychology subjects and problems with the scientific attitudes. It will be provided that they will fall into a habit of analyse assumptions based on the concrete evidences and it will be emphasized that they should avoid emotional act. Therefore, their ability to think critically will be strengthened. In this sense, students will understand the methods of the science of psychology and they will learn the sub-branches of psychology.

NORMAL MOTOR DEVELOPMENT

Course code

PTRE110

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The course covers the terminology of normal development, embryonic growth, pre and post-natal developmental steps of reflexes, motor, sensory-perceptional and cognitive abilities, evolution of postural reactions, fundamentals of motor development in neonatal, infant and toddler stages, study of the development from early childhood to late teenage. Normal movement and functional development of the relevant terminology and concepts, theories of development, normal and abnormal movements and the development of functions, reflexes and sensory development, motor development stages, correction, protection and balance reactions, postural reactions will be examined in detail. Students taking this course learn normal muscle tone, distinguish dysfunction and joint contractures; list normal motor development; discuss the evidence of abnormal motor development.

MODERN TURKISH HISTORY

Course code

TARH100

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In this course, Ottoman state and society, factors causing the collapse of the state; Ottoman modernization; Tripoli and Balkan Wars, World War I, Mudros Armistice and Sevres Agreement; parties and associations, the national resistance movement led by Mustafa Kemal, the Havza and Amasya Circulars, the Congresses, the National Pact, the Turkish Grand National Assembly; the rebellions, the regular army and the War of Independence; the Mudanya Armistice, the Lausanne Peace Treaty; Revolution in the political field, secularization of the state and society, abolition of the sultanate, declaration of the republic, abolition of the caliphate; 1921 and 1924 constitutions, constitutional changes; Sheikh Said Rebellion; Multi-party experience, secularization and modernization in law, nationalization and secularization in education, Kemalizm and 6 principles, Turkish foreign policy(1923-1938) are covered.

Third Semester

KINESIOLOGY-I

Course code

PTRE201

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Definition of biomechanics, identification of general biomechanics terminology, biomechanical assessment methods, definition of kinesiology, movement and movement types, movement analysis, properties of healthy bone and the functional adaptation of the bones to normal and pathological stresses, bone diseases, mechanical structure and pathokinesiology of muscle, cartilage and collagen tissues, classification of joints, synovial joints, joint movements, relation between movement directions and planes, joint limitations and contractures, posture and balance, directions of movement planes and axes. Students taking this course, the functions of the body joints, add comments regarding the problem of the mechanisms of mechanical and selecting the necessary information and develop problem-solving skills in practice.

MANIPULATIVE THERAPY-I

Course code

PTRE203

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This course aims to be able to assessment of patient; to be able to determine of patient’s requirements; to be able to determine appropriate massage technique; to be able to appropriate patient position; to be able to apply massage appropriate principles; to be able to predict effects of massage. This course contains basic information about physiological, reflex, mechanical and clinical effects of massage methods and techniques. Physiological basis of connective tissue massage is examined in detail. Anatomy and physiology are recommended optional programme component for this course. Lower and upper extremity massage, back and face massage, Structure and function of the connective tissue. History and mechanism of connective tissue massage. Occurring differences at the tissue. Pain control.

ELECTROTHERAPY-I

Course code

PTRE205

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In this course, utilisation principles of electrotherapy devices used in physiotherapy and rehabilitation, types of electrical stimulation and currents used in treatment, application methods, physiological effects, electrodiagnostic tests and demonstration of sample applications are taught. Students are expected to know biophysical and physiological basics of low-frequency currents; to apply low frequency currents according to biophysical and physiological basics in different pathologies; to apply and choose convenient electrotherapy methods in physiotherapy sections; use electrodiagnosis in follow-up of healing; to know the risks that may occur during the implementation of low frequency currents and to be able to protect against possible damages by using proper low frequency currents tools and equipments.

PATOLOGY

Course code

PTRE207

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The course will have information on the biological basis of diseases, developmental mechanisms and the damage that the human body creates. The student who takes the course will have knowledge about the definition and techniques of pathology; evaluate the compliance responses of the cells to injury and the general mechanisms of cellular injury; describe general characteristics of infectious, infectious and genetic diseases; have knowledge about the naming of tumors and carcinogenesis; general knowledge about inflammatory, infectious, metabolic, genetic and neoplastic processes in bone, joints and soft tissues; the peripheral and central nervous system and the pathological processes that can be seen in the skeleton.

THE BASIC MEASUREMENT AND EVALUATION IN PHYSIOTHERAPY

Course code

PTRE211

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This course aims to make students able to learn basic information about the occupation, be able to evaluate the patient and determine requirements of the patient, be able to gain practical skills required by the profession, be able to select the tools necessary for applications in the field of physiotherapy, be able to use of information technologies necessary for applications in the field of physiotherapy, be able to make synthesis of knowledge that has been acquired in this lesson. Principles of measurement in physiotherapy and rehabilitation, case history and evaluation methods. Principles of movement, postural analysis, shortness tests, assessment of flexibility, anthropometric measurements, assessment of normal joint motions via goniometry, evaluation methods of muscle strength.

NEUROANATOMY

Course code

PTRE217

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Learning outcomes of the course are to be able to introduce central nervous system structures, to be able to explain the relationships of structures of central nervous system to fulfil a function, to be able to explain the effects of structures of central nervous system on functions, to be able to recognize frequently seen pathologies belongs to central nervous system in clinics, to be able to predict symptoms which can be seen in clinics according to affected part of central nervous system, to be able to interpret the reasons of clinical situation in pathologies of central nervous system, to be able to know which structures of central nervous system were affected in frequently seen pathologies in clinics.

UNIVERSITY ELECTIVE

Course code

UNIEXX1

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UNIVERSITY ELECTIVE

Course code

UNIEXX2

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UNIVERSITY ELECTIVE

Fourth Semester

FREE ELECTIVE

Course code

FREEXX2

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FREE ELECTIVE

KINESIOLOGY-II

Course code

PTRE202

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The aim is to learn the anatomical and mechanical properties of the spine and have knowledge about the structure and biomechanics of the peripheral joints. Knowing the properties of the normal gait and pathological gait, to be ability analysis of gating and to distinguish between normal and pathological gait, knowing the mechanical properties and patomechanics of joints. Kinematic and kinetic gait analysis, biomechanical properties of different and specialized bones such as the pelvis and sacrum, open and closed kinetic chain concept and movement analysis according to this concept will be detailed in this course. This course will help for planning personal exercise programme.

MANIPULATIVE THERAPY-II

Course code

PTRE204

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This course aims to know the basic principles of mobilization techniques; to be able to evaluate the different body tissues; to know the differences of mobilization techniques; to be able to appropriate decision-making to mobilization application to pathology; to be able to apply mobilization techniques in different parts of the body; to be able to make appropriate inferences to mobilization practices. The detailed and practical learning of peripheral joint mobilization techniques based on the Mennel concept; learning of current approaches such as Cyriax, mulligan concept, muscle energy techniques. Recommended optional programme component for this course are anatomy, physiology and biomechanic.Evidence-based physiotherapy practice is fundamental to the course.

ELECTROTHERAPY-II

Course code

PTRE206

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The students who complete this course will be able to know biophysical and physiological basics of high-frequency currents; to be able to apply and choose convenient electrotherapy methods in physiotherapy sections; to be able to protect against possible damages by using proper high frequency currents tools and equipments; to be able to know the risks that may occur during the implementation of high frequency currents; to be able to apply high frequency currents according to biophysical and physiological basics in different pathologies. Evidence-based physiotherapy practice is fundamental to the course. Magnethotherapy, shock wave therapy, pulsed short wave therapy are other topics of this lesson.

PRINCIPLES OF THERAPEUTIC EXERCISES

Course code

PTRE208

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This course aims, in different age groups, to learn the necessary approach to evaluate the patient and develop the program, the goal of exercise therapy, teach the classification of exercise and planning exercise program, solving problems in postural disorders with basic evaluation and measurement. The scope of the course are the principles of preparation of the exercise prescription, assessment prior to exercise, classification and proper exercise choice of exercise, range of motion, stretching exercises, exercises for strengthening, active-passive-active assistive and resistive exercises, posture, scoliosis exercises, relaxation exercises and is located spinal stabilization approaches idence-based physiotherapy practice is fundamental to the course.

EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY

Course code

PTRE212

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The aim of this course is to teach the effects of exercise on the body systems under different environmental conditions is to provide an understanding of how to evaluate the problems that can occur during exercise, exercise recommendations and reflected in the basic application. In this course, the cardiovascular system and exercise, cardiovascular regulation, the endocrine system, exercise, muscles, recovery and physiological effects on physical fitness, submaximal and practice and clinical measurements of energy transfer in the body of the maximal exercise testing, resting, physical activity and energy expenditure during exercise, anaerobic and the principles and basic concepts of aerobic exercise training on the pulmonary system, respiratory control, thermoregulation and exercise underwater and high altitude physiology topics take place in the scope of this course.

UNIVERSITY ELECTIVE

Course code

UNIEXX3

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Fifth Semester

SUMMER TRAINING-I

Course code

PTRE200

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The main goal of the summer practice is to plan the patient-specific assessment and rehabilitation program for the students and to apply the theoretical knowledge and practical skills in various clinical settings. During the internship, the student will make the necessary evaluation and identification for physiotherapy and rehabilitation applications under the supervision of a physiotherapist. Patient-specific physiotherapy and rehabilitation program is written by consultant physiotherapist. Basic knowledge and skills about physiotherapy and rehabilitation programs are being watched. It is a 4-week program and the practice reports will be submitted to the department management for evaluation. The written report prepared during the evaluation is regarded as a general evaluation in the nature reflecting the contents of the internship.

NEUROPHYSIOLOGICAL METHODS-I

Course code

PTRE301

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The aim of the course is teaching the theoretical basis, the place in therapeutic exercises, mechanisms of action and practical application of Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) techniques which is one of the basic neurophysiological approach used in physiotherapy. The basic principles, philosophy and neurophysiological basis of PNF techniques, the places and purposes of PNF techniques in therapeutic exercises, the upper and lower extremities, trunk, head and neck PNF patterns, the methods of inhibition and facilitation techniques, mat exercises, walking education, disease specific principles of PNF, respiratory training with PNF, practical applications for oral function, and the different uses of PNF techniques are given in this course. Conference-type lectures and laboratory work is involved.

PULMONARY REHABILITATION

Course code

PTRE309

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In this course, the definition and the principles of pulmonary rehabilitation, purposes and application techniques of chest physiotherapy, the evaluation of respiratory diseases in terms of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, planning of physiotherapy and rehabilitation program, physiotherapy approaches and related methods in intensive care unit are aimed to gain. Basics of respiratory physiology and respiratory diseases, the steps of the pulmonary evaluation, the ability to make decisions about physiotherapy and rehabilitation of the respiratory system diseases, evaluation of the quality of life and psychological status of patients with respiratory problems, therapy techniques used in pulmonary rehabilitation-breathing exercises, huffing, cough, dyspnea positions, manual techniques, active cycle of breathing techniques, pulmonary rehabilitation after surgery will take place in the scope of this course.

PHYSIOTHERAPY AND REHABILITATION IN SPORTS

Course code

PTRE311

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The aim of this course is to define sports physiotherapy, physical fitness test batteries that are applied in different groups, sports injuries-healing processes, to understand and ensure the basics of measurement and evaluation methods in sport injuries, to understand the treatment approaches applied in sport injuries, to develop problem-solving skills after the sports injury in physiotherapy and rehabilitation and to ensure the athlete's return to play safely. Sports in different gender and age groups, assessment, physical performance and physical fitness tests, nutrition in sport, sport psychology, sport approaches and practices for the disabled, measurement and evaluation methods used in sports injuries, prevention of sport injuries, first aid, treatment, rehabilitation principles, soft tissue injuries, taping and splinting techniques take place in the scope of this course.

NEUROLOGICAL REHABILITATION

Course code

PTRE315

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The aim of this course to provide understanding of the clinical features of neurological disease, the formation mechanisms of symptoms in neurological diseases, assessment methods used in neurological rehabilitation, the use of techniques in the basis of neurophysiological approaches in diseases according to the case characteristics, the clinical decision-making and problem solving skills in neurological rehabilitation. Clinical features of the most common neurological disorders such as movement disorders, demyelinating diseases, neuromuscular diseases, the upper and lower motor neurons, disease specific assessment and neuropsychological based treatment approaches, physiotherapy and rehabilitation of subarachnoid bleeding, head trauma, spinal and intracranial tumors, special treatment applications based on the neurophysiological methods in ataxia types take place in the scope of this course.

PEDIATRIC REHABILITATION

Course code

PTRE317

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The aim of the course is to provide understanding the objectives and goals of the pediatric rehabilitation; evaluation methods, planning and implementation of physiotherapy rehabilitation program in pediatrics. Functional disability causes in the pediatric group of patients, the physiotherapy assessment and application of rehabilitation programs in cerebral palsy and muscular dystrophy in children, the physiotherapy assessment and application of rehabilitation programs in torticollis, at-risk infants and mental motor retardation, the physiotherapy assessment and application of rehabilitation programs in child term respiratory and cardiac disease specific physiotherapy and rehabilitation programs, communication with patients and their families, being able to give information to patients and their families about physiotherapy take place in the scope of this course.

PROSTHETICS REHABILITATION

Course code

PTRE335

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The aim of this course is; to decide the appropriate prosthesis for amputation or congenital limb deficiency patients, to plan appropriate treatment programs for amputee patients, to gain awareness of advanced technological applications in prosthetics and rehabilitation. The causes of amputation, the amputation levels, congenital amputations, the necessary assessments according to the rehabilitation stages patients with an indication prosthesis, mechanical fundamentals of prosthesis, types of prosthesis, walking problems in lower limb amputees, early and temporary prostheses applications, myoelectric prostheses, advanced technological prostheses and amputee rehabilitation, upper extremity amputee rehabilitation, stages, appropriate physical therapy approaches and education with prostheses, early and temporary prostheses, advanced technological prosthesis in the upper and lower extremity amputations take place in the scope of this course.

AREA ELECTIVE

Course code

PTREXX1

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Sixth Semester

RESEARCH METHODS IN HEALTH SCIENCES

Course code

HELS300

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Definition and objectives of the course; students; nursing the importance of scientific research in the profession, comprehension of ethical principles in research, to be able critical research, participate in the research process, what basic level of knowledge and skills to use to improve the care of nursing research results, what scientific information, what is research, research and the importance of nursing; ethics in nursing research; literature, information resources and access to information sources; data and characteristics, data types, causal relationships; research process steps: research variables, objectives, questions, hypothesis writing; research process steps: choosing and writing problems; research methods: population, sample and sampling methods; descriptive research designs; experimental and semi-experimental research designs; qualitative research designs; method: data collection questionnaire and scale method; method: data collection-observation technique; findings, comments, summary, judgments and proposals; research report.

NEUROPHYSIOLOGICAL METHODS-II

Course code

PTRE302

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The aim of the course is to explain the clinical properties observed after stroke, the basic features related to the assessment and neuropsychological approach applied in stroke rehabilitation, and to develop problem-solving skills after stroke in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation. It is targeted to teach the theoretical basis and practical application of Brunnstrom, Bobath and Johnstone methods used in the rehabilitation of hemiplegia under the neurodevelopmental treatment. In this course the students will learn the principles of clinical problem-solving approaches and assessment techniques of Bobath, the positioning with Bobath, the trunk and upper extremity therapy and mobilization techniques, the clinical evaluation and applications according to Brunnstrom method, Margaret Johnstone method in stroke rehabilitation.

CARDIAC REHABILITATION

Course code

PTRE310

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This course aims to provide recognition of the problems in patients with cardiovascular diseases, the evaluation of the patient with the appropriate methods of assessment, selection of the cardiac rehabilitation approaches and appropriate treatment programs for patients. Students completing this course will explain the basic concepts related to cardiac rehabilitation; describe the clinical features of cardiovascular disease; assess cardiovascular patients according to physical, physiological and functional aspects; apply physiotherapy and rehabilitation approaches in patients with cardiovascular problems; evaluate quality of life and psychosocial status and give home programs in patients with cardiovascular diseases; analyze the cardiovascular risk factors in people who have cardiovascular risks; give patient education and make behavior modifications people with cardiovascular risks. The course is given in theoretical and practical.

REHABILITATION IN ORTHOPEADIC AND RHEUMATOLOGIC DISEASES

Course code

PTRE316

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The aim of this course is to provide understanding the basic methods used in the evaluation and treatment of surgery requiring or not requiring orthopedic problems and the injuries of musculoskeletal system; the selection and application of the most suitable physiotherapy and rehabilitation approaches according to surgery and pathology; the basic theoretical knowledge of frequent rheumatic diseases. The classification and information of functional disabilities in orthopedic and rheumatic diseases, the assessment, treatment and practice based on current evidence in these conditions, fracture rehabilitation, spine problems in orthopedic and rheumatologic physiotherapy, physiotherapy in scoliosis, evaluation and treatment approaches of peripheral joints in orthopedic and rheumatologic problems take place in the scope of this course.

ORTHOTIC REHABILITATION

Course code

PTRE336

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This course aims to inform physiotherapy students about the orthotic applications. The followings are expected from the students who completed the course successfully; to make assessment before and after orthotics, to be aware of the different orthotic materials and ready products, to be aware of the possible complications of orthotic applications, to plan and apply the appropriate treatment program to increase the effectiveness of orthotic and rehabilitation. Frequent pathologies of the foot and ankle, orthotic applications, indications of long foot orthoses, commonly orthosis applications, spinal deformity orthoses (scoliosis, kyphosis, increasing and decreasing in lordosis etc.), spinal pathology orthoses (vertebra fractures, the intramedullary trauma, instabilities etc.) take place in the scope of this course.

AREA ELECTIVE

Course code

PTREXX2

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AREA ELECTIVE

Course code

PTREXX3

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Seventh Semester

FREE ELECTIVE

Course code

FREEXX3

Credit

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FREE ELECTIVE

SUMMER TRAINING-II

Course code

PTRE300

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CLINICAL PRACTICE-I

Course code

PTRE401

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The aim of this course is to provide understanding of physiotherapy in orthopedic rehabilitation, prosthetics and orthotics applications, neurological rehabilitation, cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, musculoskeletal system rehabilitation; improving the physiotherapy and rehabilitation program planning and application skills in different treatment units. Development practical skills in different physiotherapy fields, practical applications in different clinics (physical medicine and rehabilitation, orthopedics, neurology-neurosurgery, sports medicine, etc.), communication with patients and their families, providing information to patients and their families about physiotherapy take place in the scope of this course. After 7 weeks intensive program, evaluation of the course will be done by the evaluation forms filled by the supervisor in addition to students’ patient assessment reports. Students gain clinical problem solving skills with a holistic perspective.

CLINICAL DECISION MAKING IN PHYSIOTHERAPY

Course code

PTRE415

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This course is designed to develop the physical therapist's skill and ability to make clinical decisions. Students will be educated on how to make decisions that validate safe physical therapy practice in a variety of health care settings and diverse patient populations. Topics to be discussed include the case-based clinical decision-making framework, clinical insights, and current concepts in physical therapy within different clinical decision-making models. History taking from patients, using specific tools for physiotherapy assessment including paediatric, neurological, cardiopulmonary and other musculoskeletal assessment methods will be covered. Factors such as multipathological conditions, the level of knowledge of the physiotherapist and the environments that influence the decision-making process will also be discussed. Seminar topics that will improve students' presentation skills will also be covered.

AREA ELECTIVE

Course code

PTREXX4

Credit

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Eighth Semester

FREE ELECTIVE

Course code

FREEXX4

Credit

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FREE ELECTIVE

CLINICAL PRACTICE-II

Course code

PTRE402

Credit

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GRADUATION PROJECT

Course code

PTRE404

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The aim of this course is to provide understanding of planning, execution research in the field of health, selection of appropriate statistical methods and interpretation of results according to obtained data, having the ability to use the necessary statistical package, proper report writing method, footnote and citation adopted as well as scientific research ethics rules. Project Implementation I is the pre-condition of Project Implementation II. In this course, collection the data of the study that hypothesized, interpreting the results based on appropriate statistical methods and preparation a report evaluating the superiority or similarity of the study at the basis of current literature. Study is delivered for the evaluation of the course according to poster spelling rules.

AREA ELECTIVE

Course code

PTREXX5

Credit

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AREA ELECTIVE

Course code

PTREXX6

Credit

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AREA ELECTIVE

Elective Courses

HAND REHABILITATION

Course code

PTRE420

Credit

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Practical

Ects

The objective of this class is to teach physiotherapeutic assessment and treatment approaches utilized in the rehabilitation of subjects with upper extremity and hand problems. Learning outcomes are to enable students to understand the anatomy and biomechanics of the hand and upper extremity; to use upper extremity functional assessment methods; to treat patients with problems such as cumulative traumas, soft tissue injuries, tendon and nerve repairs, tendon transplantations, fractures and rheumatological conditions, upper extremity limb deficiencies and anomalies and to utilize their knowledge for clinical problem solving. Hand rehabilitation is a specialized field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation. Hand therapist work in collaboration with orthopedics and reconstructive surgeons to treat patients with upper extremity problems; provide vocational rehabilitation and increase quality of life for these patients.

PHYSICAL FITNESS

Course code

PTRE215

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The aim of the examination of all parameters of physical fitness, health-related and evaluation to learn the protocols to teach the impact of the exercise on body systems under different environmental conditions is to provide an understanding of the exercise prescription with evaluation problems that may occur during exercise and reflected in the basic application. In this course, exercise, physical activity, understanding the differences between recreational activity and sedentary lifestyle, muscular strength and endurance, muscular flexibility, cardiovascular endurance, examining the different test protocols used in the evaluation of parameters such as body composition, understanding the difference between children and adults in testing protocols, healthy individuals to teach the path to be followed in the state of healthiness continuity takes place

PILATES IN PHYSIOTHERAPY

Course code

PTRE313

Credit

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The aim of this course is to introduce pilates, give information about philosophy, teach application techniques, understand the importance of the disease in terms of different disease groups, teach the techniques of breathing and relaxation and give information about and explain the applications of pilates treatment in different diseases. Students who take the course learn philosophy of pilates; understand the contributions of pilates to personality development; knows and applies the content of a pilates session; understand the importance of ensuring body integrity; know and practice relaxation techniques in pilates; learn the clinical responses and application methods of pilates in different clinical situations, associate them with physiotherapy; learn group management and method during pilates application; the therapeutic effect of pilates.

YOGA IN PHYSIOTHERAPY

Course code

PTRE325

Credit

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Practical

Ects

The aim of this course is to introduce yoga, to give information about philosophy, teach application technique, understand yoga in terms of different disease groups, teach breathing and relaxation techniques and explain practices in different diseases. The student learns yoga philosophy; understand the contribution of yoga practices to personality development; knows and applies the content of a yoga session; understand the importance of providing body integrity according to yoga; know how to adapt and apply the disease to different disease groups; learn the clinical responses and application methods of the dog in different clinical situations, associate with physiotherapy; learn group management and method during yoga practice; has an idea about the therapeutic effect of yoga.

GENDER EQUALITY

Course code

SOWO327

Credit

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Practical

Ects

Gender based social structure; theoretical approaches to gender development; widespread and rooted problems which women encounter with; developing a cognitive point of view which contribute to solving problems. To gain analysis ability for students about gender in social work practice areas: Sex and gender concept, feminist theories, hegemonic masculinity, feminist social work practice. Anti-oppression focus on social work practice with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, two-spirit, intersexed, and queer communities. Emphasizes cultural, social, and political context within which such practice occurs as well as an examination of the diversity and heterogeneity within these communities. Enhances students' micro and macro practice skills.

AQUATIC THERAPY

Course code

PTRE216

Credit

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Practical

Ects

The aim of this course is to teach the application of therapeutic exercise in the pool environment used in physiotherapy and aqua therapy. The physical properties of water within the scope of this course, the elderly, children and the basic characteristics of water exercises application in adults, shoulder, elbow, hand exercise in the water treatment in the wrist joint problems, hip, knee, foot and ankle joint exercise in the water treatment of the problem, the vertebral column containing domestic water in disease exercise therapy, body balance and domestic water for the coordination exercise therapy, Bad Ragaz Ring Method, Halliwick Method, Watsu and analysis on the basis of the literature of the different and the current exercise in the water treatment.

A COMPREHENSIVE HISTORY OF HEALTH SCIENCES

Course code

HELS350

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Practical

Ects

This course aims to enable students to acquire knowledge about the history of health sciences and the development of various health related professions. Beginning from the ancient Egyptians, to Hippocrates, later to the Persian and Arab scholars such as Ramez and Ibni Sina, to the Medieval period, than the Renaissance and the following centuries will be covered to facilitate students to gain perspective regarding the social and scientific events affecting the advancement of health sciences. Along with these, historical developments in the fields of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, nutrition and dietetics, and nursing will be covered. Consequently the students will be able to appreciate the history of health sciences and all endevours intended for the preservation and strengthening of human health and will be able to relate developments in their profession with historical events.

GERIATRIC PHYSIOTHERAPY AND REHABILITATION

Course code

PTRE321

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Practical

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The course aims to explain the physiological changes that occur along with age progression, to make the students understand the applications of the evaluation and exercise programs for healthy and handicapped elderly, to make them aware about healthy aging and quality of life. Describe the clinical features observed in geriatric healthy and ill patients and associate them with appropriate physiotherapy and rehabilitation approaches; Learn about the physiological responses of geriatric patients in various diseases; Gain experience in geriatric patient evaluation, definition and interpretation of patients' problems; Plan and implement appropriate treatment approaches; In geriatrically diverse diseases, he / she acquires a multidisciplinary working ability with other health personnel providing geriatric care.

PHYSIOTHERAPY AND REHABILITATION IN INTERNAL DISEASES

Course code

PTRE320

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The main objective of the course is to improve the knowledge and skills of the students on the physiotherapy and rehabilitation approaches in many internal diseases as cardiovascular, pulmonary, endocrine, gastrointestinal, immunologic, rheumatological, metabolic and psychiatric diseases. It gives students knowledge on internal diseases their etiology, pathogenesis and clinical judgement. Students will be able to analyse and summarise the effect of physiotherapy on the functional condition of patients with internal diseases. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to identify functional disorders of patients with internal diseases, examine and evaluate physical and functional condition, formulate objectives and tasks of physiotherapy, make and modify a plan of physiotherapy measures, deliver recommendations for patients and their family members.

INTENSIVE CARE PHYSIOTHERAPY AND REHABILITATION

Course code

PTRE318

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Practical

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Critical illness in intensive care units includes respiratory insufficiency, evaluation of patients undergoing surgery, and identification and implementation of a physiotherapy and rehabilitation program. The course is designed to provide the student with an opportunity to learn about intensive care environment, critical illness, respiratory failure pathophysiology and effects on body systems, intensive care patient selection and evaluation, intensive care respiration training, airway cleaning techniques, patient mobility and exercise approaches, The use of life support equipment in clinical monitoring and evaluation, the approach to mechanical ventilation patients and separation from mechanical ventilation and physiotherapy and rehabilitation applications, and the knowledge of physiotherapy in clinical decision making in intensive care unit.

TR & TRNC
International

TR Applicants

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TRNC Applicants

TRNC citizens and TR citizen candidate students who have completed their entire high school education in TRNC. They are placed in undergraduate programs in line with their success in the CIU Student Placement and Scholarship Ranking Exam and the programs they prefer.

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Required documents;

Completed application form,
Higher/Secondary Certificate or equivalents (e.g. O/A’Level, WAEC/NECO),
Evidence of English Language competence: TOEFL (65 IBT) or IELTS (5.5). Students without these documents will take the CIU English proficiency exam on campus following arrival,
Scanned copy of international passport/birth certificate,
Fully completed and signed CIU Rules and Regulations document (which can be downloaded during the online application).

Scholarhips
Fees

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Mission of the Department

The Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation aims to educate qualified physiotherapists and scientists who are respectful to human rights, knowledgeable, contemporary, have ethical values, are constructive, creative, respectful to human rights, adopted lifelong learning with teaching and communication skills, conduct multidisciplinary studies, provide professional and scientific physiotherapy and rehabilitation services. The department also aims to provide advanced science and technology for the benefit of society, Turkey and TRNC following universal and cultural values as well as meeting scientific and professional needs.

Program Outcomes

Knowledge
PO1: Has up-to-date theoretical and applied knowledge about Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation.
PO2: Identifies and defines problems using up-to-date knowledge in physiotherapy and rehabilitation, and plans treatment as per evaluation results.

Skills
PO3: Identifies and defines problems using up-to-date knowledge in physiotherapy and rehabilitation, and plans treatment as per evaluation results.
PO4: Implements and monitors the development of physiotherapy and rehabilitation processes within the frame of professional ethical principles, and changes or terminates processes when necessary.
PO5: Executes the necessary protocols for physiotherapy and rehabilitation practices by using the relevant technology, training and treatment equipment.

Competence

Ability to Work Independently and Take Responsibility
PO6: PO5 Takes responsibility, individually and as a team member, to solve complex unforeseen problems encountered in practices related to the field of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation.
PO7: Can independently carry out projects and research related to Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, and transfers results to the field application.
PO8: Contributes to the protection of public health in line with social needs and to the creation of necessary rehabilitation and health policies in parallel with the needs of society.

Learning Competence
PO9: Embraces personal development, information literacy and lifelong learning; uses information resources effectively.

Communication and Social Competence
PO10: Commands a foreign language in order to follow the developments in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, as well as communicate in Turkish orally and in writing.

Domain-specific Competence
PO11: Organizes physiotherapy and rehabilitation services, and generates solutions against problems in line with knowledge and evidence.
PO12: Contributes quality management processes, in-field and extra-field education and professional promotion programs, and represents its profession at national and international levels.

Program Educational Goals

PEA1: Having sufficient knowledge, skills and application equipment in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation,
PEG2: Having the ability to apply physiotherapy measurement, evaluation and treatment approaches suitable for the patient,
PEG3: Having investigative and questioning clinical problems, competent in clinical decision-making,
PEG4: Having a lifelong learning purpose and evidence-based practice skills related to their profession,
PEG5: Having the competence to work as a physiotherapist in any institution after graduation,
PEG6: To train graduates who can do academic work in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation and work internationally.

Material about the program

2021-2022 Academic Year Department Boards and Committees

Department Board

DEPARTMENT OF PHYSIOTHERAPY AND REHABILITATION
DEPARTMENT BOARD
Head of the Department Board:	Asst. Prof. Hülya ÖZBEŞER PT. PhD
Department Board Member:	Prof. Salih ANGIN PT. PhD
Department Board Member:	PhD. Mernoush RADMEHR
Department Board Member:	PT, PhD. Mehmet MİÇOOĞULLARI
Department Board Member:	Sr. Instr. Havva GÖZGEN
Department Board Member:	Sr. Instr. Ayşe VOLKAN
Department Student Representative:	Berfin ÇOBAN

Internship Committee

DEPARTMENT OF PHYSIOTHERAPY AND REHABILITATION
INTERNSHIP COMMITTEE
Chairman of the Internship Committee:	PT, PhD. Mehmet MİÇOOĞULLARI
Internship Commission Member:	Prof. Salih ANGIN PT. PhD
Internship Coordinator (TR):	Asst. Prof. Hülya ÖZBEŞER PT. PhD
Internship Coordinator (TRNC):	Dr. Mernoush RADMEHR
Internship Commission Member:	Sr. Instr. Batuhan DERİCİOĞLU
Department Student Representative:	Berfin ÇOBAN

Exemption Committee

DEPARTMENT OF PHYSIOTHERAPY AND REHABILITATION
EXEMPTION COMMITTEE
Chairman of the Exemption Commission:	Asst. Prof. Hülya ÖZBEŞER PT. PhD
Exemption Commissioner:	PT, PhD. Mehmet MİÇOOĞULLARI
Exemption Commissioner:	Sr. Instr. Ayşe VOLKAN
Department Student Representative:	Berfin ÇOBAN

Accreditation Coordination Committee

DEPARTMENT OF PHYSIOTHERAPY AND REHABILITATION
ACCREDITATION COORDINATION COMMITTEE
Accreditation Coordination Committee Chairman:	Prof. Dr. Salih ANGIN PT. PhD
Accreditation Coordination Committee Member:	Asst. Prof. Hülya ÖZBEŞER PT. PhD
Accreditation Coordination Committee Member:	PT, PhD. Mehmet MİÇOOĞULLARI
Accreditation Coordination Committee Member:	Sr. Instr. Ayşe VOLKAN
Department Student Representative:	Berfin ÇOBAN