Things to Consider When Choosing a University and Department

Choosing a university and a department are two important issues that will shape your future professional life. You have left behind a grueling exam marathon, but are you ready for the preference period?

In this blog post, we will discuss 5 things to think about when choosing a university and a major. We wish you a pleasant reading!

5 Things to Think About When Choosing a University and Major

Students pass many exams for a successful education life. It is considered as a long-term investment to make the most appropriate choice for the result you achieve in the university exam.

So, do you know what to focus on during the preference period?

1. Research the Academic Staff of the University

2. Compare Educational Opportunities of Universities

3. Consider Erasmus and Abroad Options

4. Research Alumni Achievements

5. Consider the Location of the University

In the rest of our article, we will provide important details about the above-mentioned items. Let's start if you are ready!

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1. Research the Academic Staff of the University

The best way to understand the quality of a university's education is to learn about its academic staff. Universities that include leading names in their field in their academic staff are much more advantageous in this regard.

Getting information about the qualifications, studies, publications and projects carried out by the academics working at the university you want to prefer will help you make the right decision.

"You can find detailed information about Üsküdar University Faculty of Dentistry, Faculty of Communication, Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences, Faculty ofMedicine, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences , Faculty of Health Sciences and Vocational School of Health Services through the links. "

2. Compare Educational Opportunities of Universities

Each university has its own unique education program. Course contents, laboratory facilities or department curricula may vary across universities.

Research the education programs of the department you want to choose according to universities. Compare the differences between them and try to determine which one will be much better for you.

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3. Consider Erasmus and Abroad Options

Universities offer many opportunities for students to develop themselves internationally. Thanks to Erasmus, a student exchange program, students can continue their education in a different country for a semester.

Having experience abroad will make you privileged. If you are interested in studying abroad, we strongly recommend that you contact the International Relations Office. In this way, you can have much more detailed information about the university's opportunities abroad.

You can click on the link to take a detailed look atÜsküdar University International Office website.

4. Research Alumni Achievements

Another point you should pay attention to when choosing a university and department is the success of graduates. Conduct a research on the employment rate and sectoral distribution of previous semester graduates.

Having information about the positions held by the graduates of the department is important to influence your decision. It will be useful to know in which areas you can work after graduation.

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5. Consider the Location of the University

The location of the university is an issue that must be considered. Limited transportation facilities can cause you to have a difficult education life.

There are many advantages of studying at a university in the center of the city. The fact that there is no difficulty in terms of transportation between the settlement and the university makes campus life more enjoyable.

You can visit our Aday Üsküdar page for detailed information about Üsküdar University.

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