Mission and Vision
The mission of the Department of Psychology at Istanbul University is to promote learning through exceptional student-centered teaching and guidance in psychological sciences. Faculty members are committed to encouraging students to develop the knowledge and skills necessary for social responsibility, pursue invaluable careers and successful admission to graduate education. To this end, students and faculty collaborate in basic and applied research to advance scientific knowledge. Department members exemplify the values of diversity, inclusion and interdisciplinarity in their services to students, the University and the wider community.
The mission of the Psychology department is to support the University and the wider community. It does this by providing a diverse, dynamic and personalized learning environment and experiences that inspire student success, inspire academic excellence, instill ethics and values, encourage service, and facilitate lifelong learning.
Psychology students will develop the knowledge, understanding, appreciation, discipline and skills that will enable them to function personally and professionally as conscious and socially responsible citizens. These are carried out through lectures, readings, research, laboratory experiences, writing assignments, discussions, services, and other personal and professional academic and scientific activities.
The Department of Psychology serves students through courses that meet the basic requirements for academic and professional programs as well as general education requirements.
