Faculty of Health Sciences Career Planning and Alumni Communication Commission Held a Seminar
The "Graduate Career: The First Step to Master's and Ph.D." seminar, organized by the Faculty of Health Sciences Career Planning and Alumni Communication Commission of Istanbul Gelişim University (IGU), was held on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at 14:00 in the K Block Firnas Auditorium, with the participation of the Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences, the Vice Dean, faculty members, and students.
The seminar commenced with an opening speech by the Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences, Prof. Dr. Rıfat MUTUŞ. Emphasizing the importance of continuing education after undergraduate studies, MUTUŞ stated that graduate education is a critical step in students' academic career journeys, enabling specialization and scientific contribution. Highlighting the impact of graduate education on career differentiation and in-depth knowledge acquisition, MUTUŞ discussed the advantages of pursuing a master’s or doctoral degree in both academia and professional life.
Following MUTUŞ’s speech, the seminar continued with a presentation by the Director of IGU’s Graduate Education Institute, Prof. Dr. İzzet GÜMÜŞ. GÜMÜŞ provided comprehensive information about graduate education processes, emphasizing the role of master’s and doctoral programs in academic careers and professional development. He shared essential points for a successful academic journey and offered guidance on how students should navigate this process.
In his speech, GÜMÜŞ elaborated on the physical facilities of IGU’s Graduate Education Institute, scholarship opportunities available to students, and the variety of master’s and doctoral programs offered. He underlined the scientific and academic support provided by the institute and shared information about newly planned master's programs. Additionally, GÜMÜŞ explained in detail the key points to consider when applying for graduate education.
The seminar continued with a questions and answers session, where students had the opportunity to ask questions about graduate education. At the end of the seminar, the Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences, Prof. Dr. Rıfat MUTUŞ, and the Director of the Graduate Education Institute, Prof. Dr. İzzet GÜMÜŞ, wished the students success in their academic careers and emphasized that graduate education is crucial not only for academic development but also for personal and professional growth. The event concluded with a group photo session and closing remarks.