FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES

FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES 

Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Programme

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1st Semester (Fall Semester)

Anatomy I (FZT101) 

Credits: 4 | Class Hours (hours/week): 3 | Lab (hours/week): 2| ECTS: 5

It is aimed to gain information about the development, shape, normal structure and integrity of the human body.

Physiology 1 (FZT103)

 Credits: 4 | Class Hours (hours/week): 4 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 5

It is aimed to provide information about the basic structure and functioning mechanisms of all systems that make up the human body.

Medical Terminology (FZT 111) 

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

Introducing students to medical language and terms used in the field of medicine and ensuring that medical terminology is comprehended and usable by students.

Physics (FZT113)

 Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 3

The content of this course; Basic information in physics, Vectors, motion in one and two dimensions, laws of motion, circular motion and Newton's laws, Work and Kinetic Energy, Potential energy and conservation of energy, Linear Momentum and collision, Static Equilibrium and Elasticity, Law of Universal Gravitation, Temperature and Heat, Electric Laws, current and circuits, light spectrums.

Ataturk's Principles and History of Revolution I (TAR101) 

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

At the end of this course, the student; Will be able to explain the basic concepts of Atatürk's Principles and the history of the Revolution. The student will be able to explain the important points in the National Liberation Struggle and the establishment process of the Turkish state.

Turkish Language I (TUR101) 

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

The aim of this course; To be able to make every young person studying higher education comprehend the structure and functioning of their mother tongue properly, to gain the ability to use Turkish correctly and beautifully as a means of written and oral expression in terms of language-thought connection, and to unify in education.

English I (EFL101)

 Credits: 3 | Class Hours (hours/week): 3 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 4

This course has been prepared for the departments of the university that teach Turkish for 4 years. This course is designed for students to bring their English level to A1 level and improve their English. This course also aims to develop students' listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.

Heat and Light (FZT105) 

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 3

Physical principles of heat and light modalities, physiological effects, application methods, indications and contra-indications, basic information about hazards and application examples.

Biochemistry (FZT107) 

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

It is aimed to explain the chemical building blocks of living cells and the reactions and events they undergo at the molecular level. To achieve this goal, biochemistry has tried to isolate a large number of molecules found in cells, determine their structures and analyze their functions. 

Introduction to Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation (FZT109) 

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

It is aimed to teach ethics, morality and deontology, to teach and adopt physiotherapy ethical rules, to teach the differences between clinical and research ethics.

2.  Semester (Spring Semester)

English II (EFL102) 

Credits: 3 | Class Hours (hours/week): 3 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 4

This course has been prepared for the departments of the university that teach Turkish for 4 years. This course is designed for students to bring their English level to A1 level and improve their English.

Turkish Language II (TURK102)

 Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

The aim of this course; To make every young person in higher education comprehend the structure and functioning of their mother tongue properly, to gain the ability to use Turkish correctly and beautifully as a means of written and oral expression in terms of language-thought connection, to make a unifying and integrative language dominant in education, to raise young people with mother tongue consciousness.

Ataturk's Principles and History of Revolution II (TAR102)

 Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

At the end of this course, the student will be able to explain the basic concepts of Atatürk's Principles and History of Revolution.

Anatomy II (FZT102) 

Credits: 4 | Class Hours (hours/week): 3 | Lab (hours/week): 2 | ECTS: 4

The aim of this course is detailed examination of the neuromuscular system and the ability to associate it with movement are gained. The student taking the course summarizes the function of the muscles; define the origo insertios of the muscles.

Physiology II (FZT104) 

Credits: 3 | Class Hours (hours/week): 3 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 4

It is aimed to provide information about the basic structure and functioning mechanisms of all systems that make up the human body.

Psychosocial and Rehabilitation Ethics (FZT106)

 Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

The aim of this course is knowing What is ethics? What are the ethical principles of the health profession? What are the ethical responsibilities of healthcare professionals towards patients and their relatives? What are the ethical responsibilities of healthcare professionals towards society. 

Pathology (FZT108)

 Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 3

The aim of this course; To give information about the definition of pathology and the general functioning of the pathology laboratory, to teach the basic concepts of pathology, to give basic pathology information about hemodynamic disorders, inflammation and immunology, to teach the basic pathology concepts related to neoplasia.

Psychology (FZT110) 

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

Students taking this course gain a general perspective on the science of psychology

Hydrotherapy and Balneotherapy (FZT112) 

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 3

The main purpose of the course is to give students basic information and application examples about the physical principles, physiological effects, application methods, indications and contra-indications, dangers of heat and light hydrotherapy modalities. Students who take the Heat, Light, Hydrotherapy course gain theoretical and practical skills in the selection, application principles and application of the appropriate treatment modality in clinical conditions.

Normal Motor Development (FZT114)

 Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

By examining the normal postnatal development process in terms of reflex and motor developmental stages, the developmental biomechanics, development of spinal curves, nervous system, reflexes, sensory and perception development, cardiovascular and pulmonary systems, psychomotor system development and pathological reflexes on normal developmental stages together with the factors affecting movement and function. It is aimed to gain knowledge and skills related to movement dysfunctions and motor development tests and their application.

Elective Course (FZT116- Disability and Life)

 Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

This course covers topics about disability, disability, disability and inclusion, empathy, acceptance, and the coexistence of people with and without disabilities in society.

3rd Semester (Fall semester)

Biomechanics and Kinesiology I (FZT201) 

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 4

It is aimed to gain information about the movement and the structures and mechanics that play a role in the movement.

Basic Measurement and Evaluation in Physiotherapy (FZT203) 

Credits: 3 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): 2 | ECTS: 5

It is aimed to gain knowledge about taking patient history, general physiotherapy evaluations, basic principles of movement, posture analysis (lateral, anterior, posterior), shortness tests, flexibility tests, anthropometric measurements, normal joint movement and muscle strength evaluations.

Functional Neuroanatomy (FZT205) 

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

It is aimed to gain knowledge about the features and functions of the central, peripheral and autonomic nervous systems, and to distinguish functional disorders that may develop as a result of dysfunctions of these neuroanatomical structures.

Manipulative Therapy I (FZT209)

 Credits: 3 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): 2 | ECTS: 4

It is aimed to learn the basic theoretical and practical information about massage techniques, to learn the basic concepts in terms of evaluation and application in different situations where massage is used, to develop the ability to apply and to gain knowledge and skills to develop problem solving skills in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation.

Internal Sciences (FZT211)

 Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 3

The aim of this course is the clinical evaluation of internal diseases and the approach to geriatric patients (history, physical examination), evaluation of internal diseases.

Electrotherapy I (FZT207)

 Credits: 3 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): 2 | ECTS: 4

It aims to examine the electrophysical principles of electrotherapy, the responses of tissues to electrotherapy modalities commonly used in physiotherapy, and to gain knowledge, skills and attitudes about the mechanism of action and application methods of low and medium frequency currents.

Principles of Nutrition (FZT213) 

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

The aim of this course; To teach students basic nutritional principles, including an introduction to nutrition science, an overview of macro and micronutrients, recommended reference intake levels, and the important relationships between diet and health.

4th Semester (Spring semester)

Electrotherapy II (FZT208) 

Credits: 3 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): 2 | ECTS: 4

Within the scope of this course, biofeedback, functional electrical stimulation, electromagnetism, electromagnetic fields, high frequency current, short wave diathermy, intermittent electromagnetic energy, microwave diathermy, ultrasound, magnetotherapy, laser and the mechanism of action of this current, indications, contraindications, dangers, care, safety. and hygienic conditions.

Epidemiology (FZT204) 

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 3

The aim of this course is to enable students to apply their existing knowledge to improve the health of the society and to use research methods to comprehend the determinants of health and disease states. It develops competencies in analysis, synthesis and planning by providing students with the necessary knowledge and skills to evaluate the health status of the society.

Manipulative Therapy II (FZT210)

 Credits: 4 | Class Hours (hours/week): 3 | Lab (hours/week): 2 | ECTS: 6

The content of this course includes intervertebral structure physiology and mechanical defects, principles of manipulative treatment, direct and indirect manipulation techniques and sample therapy session protocols, Cyriax's orthopedic manipulative treatment approaches, transverse friction massage, mobilization techniques and traction methods.

Surgical Sciences (FZT206) 

Credits:2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

The content of this course includes general clinical knowledge and surgical approaches to the cardiovascular system, orthopedic injuries and surgical methods, postpartum pregnancy and physiological processes and follow-up and prevention methods, and postoperative surgical complications and course content.

Exercise Physiology (FZT212) 

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

Course Content: Cardiovascular system and exercise, cardiovascular regulation and integration, evaluation of the functional capacity of the cardiovascular system, personal differences and measurement of energy capacity, energy expenditure at rest and physical activity, aerobic and anaerobic training, factors affecting maximal aerobic power, recovery, pulmonary system and exercise respiratory system. control, acid-base balance, muscle physiology, musculoskeletal system and exercise, nerve physiology, synaptic transmission, excitation-inhibition neural control, position sense and kinesthesia, measurement and development of muscle strength, exercise and hormonal system, ergonomic orientation, thermoregulation and exercise, underwater and high altitude physiology, body composition.

Biomechanics and Kinesiology II (FZT202) 

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 3

The aim of this course is to learn the anatomical and mechanical properties of the spine; To have knowledge about the structure and biomechanics of peripheral joints.

Auditory and Verbal Therapy (FZT214) 

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 4

Course Content: Determining the anatomical and physiological features of the auditory and speech system, explaining the types of disorders and their causes, and discussing the general features of the vestibular system.

Basic Principles and Methods in Exercise Therapy (FZT216) 

Credits: 3 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): 2 | ECTS: 3

Course Content: Planning the exercise program, teaching the factors affecting the patient and exercises, types of exercises for normal joint movements, exercise positions, stretching exercises for the muscles that disrupt the smoothness of the lumbar vertebrae, exercises for the smoothness of the pelvic region and lumbar vertebrae, exercises for strengthening the anterior and lateral abdominals, Codman exercises, stretching and strengthening exercises for the muscles that disrupt the smoothness of the lower extremities, Burger-Allen exercises, progressive resistance exercises, isometric exercises, relaxation exercises, scoliosis, principles of three-dimensional treatment method in scoliosis, traction.

5. Semester (Fall semester)

Prosthesis (FZT301)

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 4

Within the scope of these trainings, amputation causes, amputation levels, congenital amputations, necessary evaluations according to revisions of devices with prosthesis indication, basic mechanics of prosthesis, types of prosthesis, walking parts seen in lower extremity amputees, early and temporary prosthesis applications, myoelectric prosthesis, advanced technological prosthesis applications and amputees. revision, upper extremity amputee repair, stages, appropriate physiotherapy approaches, education with prosthesis, early and temporary prosthesis applications, lower and upper extremity amputation advanced technological prosthesis applications. The course will focus on deciding on the appropriate prosthesis for the patient with amputee or congenital limb deficiency, planning the appropriate treatment prosthesis for amputees, and planning for technological applications in the field of prosthesis replacement.

Pediatric Rehabilitation (FZT303)

Credits: 4 | Class Hours (hours/week): 3 | Lab (hours/week): 2 | ECTS: 6

Course Content; Neuromuscular system and motor skills development in children, neurological problems that negatively affect the chronological period, postnatal and postnatal motor skills, accurate assessment methods, evaluation of various developmental problems in childhood, physiotherapy and rehabilitation applications in cerebral palsy, obstetric brachial plexus injuries, mental and motor retardation.

Orthopedic Rehabilitation (FZT305)

Credits: 3 | Class Hours (hours/week): 3 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 4

Course Content: Early or late rehabilitation approaches, theoretical and practical examples of all orthopedic diseases requiring or not requiring surgery.

FTR in Rheumatic Diseases (FZT307)

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 3

The content of this course includes explaining the formation mechanisms of rheumatic diseases, types of diseases, the reasons for the need for physiotherapy and rehabilitation, and treatment features, and increasing the knowledge and skills that the physiotherapist will need in the field of rheumatological rehabilitation.

Neurophysiological Approaches I (FZT311)

Credits: 4 | Class Hours (hours/week): 3 | Lab (hours/week): 2 | ECTS: 6

Within the scope of this course, the basic principles, philosophy and neurophysiological foundations of PNF, the place and purpose of use of PNF techniques in therapeutic exercises, teaching lower and upper extremity, trunk, head and neck PNF patterns, teaching and applying inhibition and facilitation techniques, cushion exercises, walking education, the principles of disease-specific PNF use, respiratory training with PNF, applications for oral functions, different uses of PNF techniques, the use of auxiliary agents. The course includes lecture type lectures and laboratory work.

Physiotherapy in Sports (FZT313)

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 3

The content of the course includes the effects of exercises on body systems, evaluation of athletes from different types and age groups, physical performance determination tests, physical fitness tests, nutrition in sports, sports psychology and approaches to disabled patients.

Pulmonary Rehabilitation (FZT315)

Credits: 3 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): 2 | ECTS: 4

The aim of this course, the pathophysiology and rehabilitation of respiratory diseases, evaluation methods used in pulmonary rehabilitation, treatment methods, physiotherapy and rehabilitation approaches in newborns with respiratory problems are included in the course content.

6. Semester (Spring semester)

Occupational and Occupational Therapy (FZT306)

Credits: 3 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): 2 | ECTS: 4

In the content of this course, general performance identification and evaluation methods (functional movement analysis etc.), transfer activities principles and education, evaluation and training of daily living activities, activity analysis and training, hemiplegia evaluation and occupational therapy, sensory perception. motor tests and training, cognitive assessment and rehabilitation, hand assessment and rehabilitation, pediatric occupational assessment and treatment (cerebral palsy, Rett Syndrome, Down Syndrome, mental retardation) review of occupational approaches and sample applications.

Cardiac Rehabilitation (FZT304)

Credits: 3 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): 2 | ECTS: 4

Purpose of the course, philosophy of cardiac rehabilitation programs, team approach and team in cardiac rehabilitation, definitions, basic approaches in cardiac rehabilitation, cardiovascular endurance, exercise and physical fitness, coronary artery disease risk factors, equipment, phases of recovery and rehabilitation, functional classification guide in inpatient activities, angina and dyspnea scales, outcome measurement methods specific to cardiac rehabilitation, exercise testing and training, rehabilitation in cardiovascular surgery, healthy individual.

Orthesis (FZT302)

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 4

Course Content: Biomechanical principles of orthoses; evaluations before and after orthotic application; use of orthoses for various segments of the upper, lower limbs and spinal region; orthotic approaches in various injuries, musculoskeletal and nervous system diseases, post-surgical operations and congenital-acquired deformities; To address and understand orthotic control and orthotic expression issues.

Neurophysiological Approaches II (FZT310)

Credits: 4 | Class Hours (hours/week): 3 | Lab (hours/week): 2 | ECTS: 6

The aim of this course is to explain the causes of clinical features observed after stroke, to comprehend the basic features of measurement, evaluation and neurophysiological approaches applied in stroke rehabilitation and to reflect them to practice, to develop problem solving skills in the field of post-stroke physiotherapy and rehabilitation. Within the scope of neurodevelopmental therapy, it is aimed to teach the theoretical foundations and practical applications of Brunnstrom, Bobath and Johnstone methods used in hemiplegia rehabilitation. Students who take this course will learn clinical problem solving approach and evaluation methods with Bobath, positioning, trunk and upper extremity treatment and mobilization methods with Bobath, clinical evaluation and applications according to Brunnstrom method in stroke rehabilitation, evaluation principles and treatment protocol of stroke patients according to Margaret Johnstone method. learn the basics.

Neurological Rehabilitation (FZT308)

Credits: 3 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): 2 | ECTS: 6

The aim of lesson; The clinical features of common neurological diseases such as motion sickness, demyelinating diseases, neuromuscular diseases, clinical features in terms of physiotherapy programs to be created in upper and lower motor neuron interactions, disease-specific assessment and evaluation and neurophysiological-based treatment applications are discussed.

7. Semester

FZT411 Industrial Physiotherapy 

Credits: 3 | Class Hours (hours/week): 3 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

The concept of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation in the Industry teaches development of physiotherapy in the industry, Physiotherapy and legal costs in the body according to the occupational health and safety legislation., Work Analysis, Concept of cumulative trauma disorders, Processes and physiotherapy in the heavy work environment, Muscular system diseases and physiotherapy in the standing factory employee and the content of recovery programs, The content of musculoskeletal diseases system and physiotherapy and restoration programs seen in sedentary factory workers, Different work tasks and costs - I; Auto mechanics, carpenters,Different business lines and personal lives -II; Food industry, Construction workers, Occupational accidents and prevention recommendations, Health defense work accidents and prevention methods, Exercise programs for prevention of occupational accidents, Current literature review; addresses the issues

Special Topics in Physiotherapy (FZT403)

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

The aim of this course is the role of the physiotherapist in cognitive rehabilitation and geriatric rehabilitation. Physiotherapy and rehabilitation approaches in diabetes, flexor and extensor tendon repairs, low back pain, rheumatological diseases, obese children and obstetric brachial plexus injuries.

Management and Organization in FTR (FZT405)

Credits: 1 | Class Hours (hours/week): 1 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 1

The aim of the course is to inform about management and organization and to discuss about management and organization in various physical therapy centers.

Radiology (FZT407)

Radiology involves conducting a series of tests that scan and take pictures of various parts of the body. Radiology helps us diagnose various diseases; it plays an important role in finding out impairment and the malfunctioning of various parts of our body. Those injuries that can’t be spotted by our naked eye and regular testing are diagnosed with the help of radiological scanning and testing. It’s one of the greatest inventions in medical science that has proven to be of great advantage.

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

Clinical Education I (FZT409)

Credits: 5 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): 6 | ECTS: 7

Course Content: Reviewing and practical applications of treatment and evaluation approaches specific to Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation.

Clinical Problem Solving in Physiotherapy I (FZT401)

Credits: 3 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): 2 | ECTS: 4

The aim of this course is the evaluation of Neurological Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation cases, case problems covered under ICF, clinical reasoning and physiotherapy skills, solution suggestions for physiotherapy-rehabilitation, and the creation of an appropriate physiotherapy-rehabilitation program.

Biostatistics (FZT413)

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 3

Objective of the course, Introduction to statistics and biostatistics, use of statistics in health sciences and related research, data collection, descriptive statistics, tables and graphs, probability and probability distributions, sampling, hypothesis testing, regression and correlation analysis, basic concepts of statistics and descriptive statistics, statistical comparison methods, statistical analysis, research design, data collection tools, examination and scaling of adequacy and reliability, and preparation of scientific reports.

Protective Physiotherapy (FZT415)

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 3

Explanation of this course, Lifestyle medicine and physiotherapy, Interdisciplinary community-based studies, Chronic disease risks and individual control, Protection from injuries in employees, Preventive physiotherapy in oncology, Preventive physiotherapy in sports injuries, Case report, Pediatric preventive physiotherapy, Preventive physiotherapy in the elderly, Ergonomic arrangements in preventive physiotherapy place, Evidence-based preventive physiotherapy, National and international prevention policies, Case examples, Electronic health records for preventive medicine / physiotherapy; includes topics.

1. Semester

Clinical Problem Solving in Physiotherapy II (FZT402)

Credits: 3 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): 2 | ECTS: 4

The aim of this course is to determine and process an appropriate physiotherapy-rehabilitation program through evaluation of Pediatric Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation cases, covered case problems, clinical reasoning and physiotherapy skills, solution suggestions and discussion about physiotherapy-rehabilitation.

Research Methods and Techniques (FZT404)

Credits: 3 | Class Hours (hours/week): 3 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 5

The content of this course is aimed at planning a scientific research, forming appropriate study and control groups in planning, research design for information and data sources, and improving the use of computers.

Clinical Education II (FZT408)

Credits: 5 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): 6 | ECTS: 7 Content of this course: Reviewing and practical applications of treatment and evaluation approaches specific to physiotherapy and rehabilitation.

Rehabilitation Practices in Public Health (FZT406)

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 4

The aim of this course is Introduction to Public Health, The basic philosophy, scope and principles of the branch of public health, Healthy nutrition and sports, Improving the nutritional status, Reproductive health / family planning, Women's health, Infectious diseases, Child health, Child health, Elderly health, Chronic diseases ,Mental health and social health,Environmental and occupational health,General review and discussion; includes topics

ELECTIVE COURSES

DISABILITY AND LIFE: Its main aim is to introduce students to the key concepts and empirical results of the sociology of disability. This course, while mainly based on sociological works, will also draw on political science, history and socio-legal scholarship.

HEALTH COMMUNICATION: This course focuses on the growing field of health communication. Building on students’ knowledge of communication – public relations, advertising, journalism and marketing – this class aims to help students develop an area of specialization that offers career opportunities in many settings.

ERGONOMICS: This course on the application of knowledge about human capabilities and limitations to the design of workplaces, work methods and jobs for optimal safety, efficiency, productivity and comfort.

FIRST AID AND EMERGENCY: This course will teach the student how to recognize an emergency and how to respond. The student will be prepared to make appropriate decisions regarding first aid care and how to provide care for injuries or sudden illness until professional medical help arrives.

PHYSICAL THERAPY IN GERIATRIC: This course provides in-depth and up to date information about Geriatrics Physical Therapy covers Implications and Physiology of Age-Related and Lifestyle-Related Decline. These will include the impact of aging on different systems e.g. (the cardiovascular, pulmonary, the Musculoskeletal and the central and peripheral nervous systems). This course will provide the student with the components of a patient medical history and principle of geriatric assessment according to the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF).

PHYSIOTHERAPY IN WOMEN'S HEALTH: This course is aimed at physiotherapists working in the speciality of Women's Health in a variety of health care settings. It offers physiotherapists a range of opportunities to develop an evidence based approach to clinical reasoning through the ability to identify, analyse and interpret the current best available evidence and apply this to the rehabilitation and promotion of Women's Health using appropriate assessment and therapeutic intervention skills.

SELF-KNOWLEDGE AND COMMUNICATION METHODS: This course relates to the understanding of characteristics of human behaviour, development of self- assessment instinct, basic theories and principles of communication and providing the students with the ability to implement this knowledge in their professional and social lives.

PHYSIOTHERAPY IN MEN'S HEALTH: Men’s Health Physical Therapy course will focus on the assessment and management of the Men's Health PT patient. The course will focus on the detailed history taking of the complex conditions men with pelvic dysfunction present with.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY HEALTH AND WELLNESS: The course aims at creating consciousness among the students towards health, fitness and wellness and in developing and maintaining a healthy life style.

SPINAL HEALTH: Spinal Health course aims to enhance your understanding of the spine as an anatomical and physical structure. The course offers a review of advanced spinal anatomy, as well as the biomechanics and diseases of the spine.

HAND REHABILITATION: This course addresses therapy and rehabilitation for individuals suffering from injury and disease of the upper limb. Different diagnoses will be discusses in terms of up to date information of evidence based therapy from both medical and rehabilitation approaches.

STJ001 Summer Internship 

The internship programme is designed to help students reinforce the basic theories, concepts and skills they have learned from their lectures through practical applications at various arenas. The programme has duration of 2 weeks. 

STJ002 Summer Internship

The students reinforce their academic gains through improving their practical skills on care and treatment by carrying out field studies in the format of an internship. The programme has duration of 4 weeks.

1st Semester (Fall Semester)

Anatomy I (FZT101) 

Credits: 4 | Class Hours (hours/week): 3 | Lab (hours/week): 2| ECTS: 5

It is aimed to gain information about the development, shape, normal structure and integrity of the human body.

Physiology 1 (FZT103)

 Credits: 4 | Class Hours (hours/week): 4 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 5

It is aimed to provide information about the basic structure and functioning mechanisms of all systems that make up the human body.

Medical Terminology (FZT 111) 

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

Introducing students to medical language and terms used in the field of medicine and ensuring that medical terminology is comprehended and usable by students.

Physics (FZT113)

 Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 3

The content of this course; Basic information in physics, Vectors, motion in one and two dimensions, laws of motion, circular motion and Newton's laws, Work and Kinetic Energy, Potential energy and conservation of energy, Linear Momentum and collision, Static Equilibrium and Elasticity, Law of Universal Gravitation, Temperature and Heat, Electric Laws, current and circuits, light spectrums.

Ataturk's Principles and History of Revolution I (TAR101) 

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

At the end of this course, the student; Will be able to explain the basic concepts of Atatürk's Principles and the history of the Revolution. The student will be able to explain the important points in the National Liberation Struggle and the establishment process of the Turkish state.

Turkish Language I (TUR101) 

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

The aim of this course; To be able to make every young person studying higher education comprehend the structure and functioning of their mother tongue properly, to gain the ability to use Turkish correctly and beautifully as a means of written and oral expression in terms of language-thought connection, and to unify in education.

English I (EFL101)

 Credits: 3 | Class Hours (hours/week): 3 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 4

This course has been prepared for the departments of the university that teach Turkish for 4 years. This course is designed for students to bring their English level to A1 level and improve their English. This course also aims to develop students' listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.

Heat and Light (FZT105) 

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 3

Physical principles of heat and light modalities, physiological effects, application methods, indications and contra-indications, basic information about hazards and application examples.

Biochemistry (FZT107) 

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

It is aimed to explain the chemical building blocks of living cells and the reactions and events they undergo at the molecular level. To achieve this goal, biochemistry has tried to isolate a large number of molecules found in cells, determine their structures and analyze their functions. 

Introduction to Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation (FZT109) 

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

It is aimed to teach ethics, morality and deontology, to teach and adopt physiotherapy ethical rules, to teach the differences between clinical and research ethics.

2.  Semester (Spring Semester)

English II (EFL102) 

Credits: 3 | Class Hours (hours/week): 3 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 4

This course has been prepared for the departments of the university that teach Turkish for 4 years. This course is designed for students to bring their English level to A1 level and improve their English.

Turkish Language II (TURK102)

 Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

The aim of this course; To make every young person in higher education comprehend the structure and functioning of their mother tongue properly, to gain the ability to use Turkish correctly and beautifully as a means of written and oral expression in terms of language-thought connection, to make a unifying and integrative language dominant in education, to raise young people with mother tongue consciousness.

Ataturk's Principles and History of Revolution II (TAR102)

 Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

At the end of this course, the student will be able to explain the basic concepts of Atatürk's Principles and History of Revolution.

Anatomy II (FZT102) 

Credits: 4 | Class Hours (hours/week): 3 | Lab (hours/week): 2 | ECTS: 4

The aim of this course is detailed examination of the neuromuscular system and the ability to associate it with movement are gained. The student taking the course summarizes the function of the muscles; define the origo insertios of the muscles.

Physiology II (FZT104) 

Credits: 3 | Class Hours (hours/week): 3 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 4

It is aimed to provide information about the basic structure and functioning mechanisms of all systems that make up the human body.

Psychosocial and Rehabilitation Ethics (FZT106)

 Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

The aim of this course is knowing What is ethics? What are the ethical principles of the health profession? What are the ethical responsibilities of healthcare professionals towards patients and their relatives? What are the ethical responsibilities of healthcare professionals towards society. 

Pathology (FZT108)

 Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 3

The aim of this course; To give information about the definition of pathology and the general functioning of the pathology laboratory, to teach the basic concepts of pathology, to give basic pathology information about hemodynamic disorders, inflammation and immunology, to teach the basic pathology concepts related to neoplasia.

Psychology (FZT110) 

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

Students taking this course gain a general perspective on the science of psychology

Hydrotherapy and Balneotherapy (FZT112) 

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 3

The main purpose of the course is to give students basic information and application examples about the physical principles, physiological effects, application methods, indications and contra-indications, dangers of heat and light hydrotherapy modalities. Students who take the Heat, Light, Hydrotherapy course gain theoretical and practical skills in the selection, application principles and application of the appropriate treatment modality in clinical conditions.

Normal Motor Development (FZT114)

 Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

By examining the normal postnatal development process in terms of reflex and motor developmental stages, the developmental biomechanics, development of spinal curves, nervous system, reflexes, sensory and perception development, cardiovascular and pulmonary systems, psychomotor system development and pathological reflexes on normal developmental stages together with the factors affecting movement and function. It is aimed to gain knowledge and skills related to movement dysfunctions and motor development tests and their application.

Elective Course (FZT116- Disability and Life)

 Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

This course covers topics about disability, disability, disability and inclusion, empathy, acceptance, and the coexistence of people with and without disabilities in society.

3rd Semester (Fall semester)

Biomechanics and Kinesiology I (FZT201) 

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 4

It is aimed to gain information about the movement and the structures and mechanics that play a role in the movement.

Basic Measurement and Evaluation in Physiotherapy (FZT203) 

Credits: 3 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): 2 | ECTS: 5

It is aimed to gain knowledge about taking patient history, general physiotherapy evaluations, basic principles of movement, posture analysis (lateral, anterior, posterior), shortness tests, flexibility tests, anthropometric measurements, normal joint movement and muscle strength evaluations.

Functional Neuroanatomy (FZT205) 

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

It is aimed to gain knowledge about the features and functions of the central, peripheral and autonomic nervous systems, and to distinguish functional disorders that may develop as a result of dysfunctions of these neuroanatomical structures.

Manipulative Therapy I (FZT209)

 Credits: 3 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): 2 | ECTS: 4

It is aimed to learn the basic theoretical and practical information about massage techniques, to learn the basic concepts in terms of evaluation and application in different situations where massage is used, to develop the ability to apply and to gain knowledge and skills to develop problem solving skills in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation.

Internal Sciences (FZT211)

 Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 3

The aim of this course is the clinical evaluation of internal diseases and the approach to geriatric patients (history, physical examination), evaluation of internal diseases.

Electrotherapy I (FZT207)

 Credits: 3 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): 2 | ECTS: 4

It aims to examine the electrophysical principles of electrotherapy, the responses of tissues to electrotherapy modalities commonly used in physiotherapy, and to gain knowledge, skills and attitudes about the mechanism of action and application methods of low and medium frequency currents.

Principles of Nutrition (FZT213) 

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

The aim of this course; To teach students basic nutritional principles, including an introduction to nutrition science, an overview of macro and micronutrients, recommended reference intake levels, and the important relationships between diet and health.

4th Semester (Spring semester)

Electrotherapy II (FZT208) 

Credits: 3 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): 2 | ECTS: 4

Within the scope of this course, biofeedback, functional electrical stimulation, electromagnetism, electromagnetic fields, high frequency current, short wave diathermy, intermittent electromagnetic energy, microwave diathermy, ultrasound, magnetotherapy, laser and the mechanism of action of this current, indications, contraindications, dangers, care, safety. and hygienic conditions.

Epidemiology (FZT204) 

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 3

The aim of this course is to enable students to apply their existing knowledge to improve the health of the society and to use research methods to comprehend the determinants of health and disease states. It develops competencies in analysis, synthesis and planning by providing students with the necessary knowledge and skills to evaluate the health status of the society.

Manipulative Therapy II (FZT210)

 Credits: 4 | Class Hours (hours/week): 3 | Lab (hours/week): 2 | ECTS: 6

The content of this course includes intervertebral structure physiology and mechanical defects, principles of manipulative treatment, direct and indirect manipulation techniques and sample therapy session protocols, Cyriax's orthopedic manipulative treatment approaches, transverse friction massage, mobilization techniques and traction methods.

Surgical Sciences (FZT206) 

Credits:2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

The content of this course includes general clinical knowledge and surgical approaches to the cardiovascular system, orthopedic injuries and surgical methods, postpartum pregnancy and physiological processes and follow-up and prevention methods, and postoperative surgical complications and course content.

Exercise Physiology (FZT212) 

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

Course Content: Cardiovascular system and exercise, cardiovascular regulation and integration, evaluation of the functional capacity of the cardiovascular system, personal differences and measurement of energy capacity, energy expenditure at rest and physical activity, aerobic and anaerobic training, factors affecting maximal aerobic power, recovery, pulmonary system and exercise respiratory system. control, acid-base balance, muscle physiology, musculoskeletal system and exercise, nerve physiology, synaptic transmission, excitation-inhibition neural control, position sense and kinesthesia, measurement and development of muscle strength, exercise and hormonal system, ergonomic orientation, thermoregulation and exercise, underwater and high altitude physiology, body composition.

Biomechanics and Kinesiology II (FZT202) 

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 3

The aim of this course is to learn the anatomical and mechanical properties of the spine; To have knowledge about the structure and biomechanics of peripheral joints.

Auditory and Verbal Therapy (FZT214) 

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 4

Course Content: Determining the anatomical and physiological features of the auditory and speech system, explaining the types of disorders and their causes, and discussing the general features of the vestibular system.

Basic Principles and Methods in Exercise Therapy (FZT216) 

Credits: 3 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): 2 | ECTS: 3

Course Content: Planning the exercise program, teaching the factors affecting the patient and exercises, types of exercises for normal joint movements, exercise positions, stretching exercises for the muscles that disrupt the smoothness of the lumbar vertebrae, exercises for the smoothness of the pelvic region and lumbar vertebrae, exercises for strengthening the anterior and lateral abdominals, Codman exercises, stretching and strengthening exercises for the muscles that disrupt the smoothness of the lower extremities, Burger-Allen exercises, progressive resistance exercises, isometric exercises, relaxation exercises, scoliosis, principles of three-dimensional treatment method in scoliosis, traction.

5. Semester (Fall semester)

Prosthesis (FZT301)

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 4

Within the scope of these trainings, amputation causes, amputation levels, congenital amputations, necessary evaluations according to revisions of devices with prosthesis indication, basic mechanics of prosthesis, types of prosthesis, walking parts seen in lower extremity amputees, early and temporary prosthesis applications, myoelectric prosthesis, advanced technological prosthesis applications and amputees. revision, upper extremity amputee repair, stages, appropriate physiotherapy approaches, education with prosthesis, early and temporary prosthesis applications, lower and upper extremity amputation advanced technological prosthesis applications. The course will focus on deciding on the appropriate prosthesis for the patient with amputee or congenital limb deficiency, planning the appropriate treatment prosthesis for amputees, and planning for technological applications in the field of prosthesis replacement.

Pediatric Rehabilitation (FZT303)

Credits: 4 | Class Hours (hours/week): 3 | Lab (hours/week): 2 | ECTS: 6

Course Content; Neuromuscular system and motor skills development in children, neurological problems that negatively affect the chronological period, postnatal and postnatal motor skills, accurate assessment methods, evaluation of various developmental problems in childhood, physiotherapy and rehabilitation applications in cerebral palsy, obstetric brachial plexus injuries, mental and motor retardation.

Orthopedic Rehabilitation (FZT305)

Credits: 3 | Class Hours (hours/week): 3 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 4

Course Content: Early or late rehabilitation approaches, theoretical and practical examples of all orthopedic diseases requiring or not requiring surgery.

FTR in Rheumatic Diseases (FZT307)

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 3

The content of this course includes explaining the formation mechanisms of rheumatic diseases, types of diseases, the reasons for the need for physiotherapy and rehabilitation, and treatment features, and increasing the knowledge and skills that the physiotherapist will need in the field of rheumatological rehabilitation.

Neurophysiological Approaches I (FZT311)

Credits: 4 | Class Hours (hours/week): 3 | Lab (hours/week): 2 | ECTS: 6

Within the scope of this course, the basic principles, philosophy and neurophysiological foundations of PNF, the place and purpose of use of PNF techniques in therapeutic exercises, teaching lower and upper extremity, trunk, head and neck PNF patterns, teaching and applying inhibition and facilitation techniques, cushion exercises, walking education, the principles of disease-specific PNF use, respiratory training with PNF, applications for oral functions, different uses of PNF techniques, the use of auxiliary agents. The course includes lecture type lectures and laboratory work.

Physiotherapy in Sports (FZT313)

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 3

The content of the course includes the effects of exercises on body systems, evaluation of athletes from different types and age groups, physical performance determination tests, physical fitness tests, nutrition in sports, sports psychology and approaches to disabled patients.

Pulmonary Rehabilitation (FZT315)

Credits: 3 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): 2 | ECTS: 4

The aim of this course, the pathophysiology and rehabilitation of respiratory diseases, evaluation methods used in pulmonary rehabilitation, treatment methods, physiotherapy and rehabilitation approaches in newborns with respiratory problems are included in the course content.

6. Semester (Spring semester)

Occupational and Occupational Therapy (FZT306)

Credits: 3 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): 2 | ECTS: 4

In the content of this course, general performance identification and evaluation methods (functional movement analysis etc.), transfer activities principles and education, evaluation and training of daily living activities, activity analysis and training, hemiplegia evaluation and occupational therapy, sensory perception. motor tests and training, cognitive assessment and rehabilitation, hand assessment and rehabilitation, pediatric occupational assessment and treatment (cerebral palsy, Rett Syndrome, Down Syndrome, mental retardation) review of occupational approaches and sample applications.

Cardiac Rehabilitation (FZT304)

Credits: 3 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): 2 | ECTS: 4

Purpose of the course, philosophy of cardiac rehabilitation programs, team approach and team in cardiac rehabilitation, definitions, basic approaches in cardiac rehabilitation, cardiovascular endurance, exercise and physical fitness, coronary artery disease risk factors, equipment, phases of recovery and rehabilitation, functional classification guide in inpatient activities, angina and dyspnea scales, outcome measurement methods specific to cardiac rehabilitation, exercise testing and training, rehabilitation in cardiovascular surgery, healthy individual.

Orthesis (FZT302)

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 4

Course Content: Biomechanical principles of orthoses; evaluations before and after orthotic application; use of orthoses for various segments of the upper, lower limbs and spinal region; orthotic approaches in various injuries, musculoskeletal and nervous system diseases, post-surgical operations and congenital-acquired deformities; To address and understand orthotic control and orthotic expression issues.

Neurophysiological Approaches II (FZT310)

Credits: 4 | Class Hours (hours/week): 3 | Lab (hours/week): 2 | ECTS: 6

The aim of this course is to explain the causes of clinical features observed after stroke, to comprehend the basic features of measurement, evaluation and neurophysiological approaches applied in stroke rehabilitation and to reflect them to practice, to develop problem solving skills in the field of post-stroke physiotherapy and rehabilitation. Within the scope of neurodevelopmental therapy, it is aimed to teach the theoretical foundations and practical applications of Brunnstrom, Bobath and Johnstone methods used in hemiplegia rehabilitation. Students who take this course will learn clinical problem solving approach and evaluation methods with Bobath, positioning, trunk and upper extremity treatment and mobilization methods with Bobath, clinical evaluation and applications according to Brunnstrom method in stroke rehabilitation, evaluation principles and treatment protocol of stroke patients according to Margaret Johnstone method. learn the basics.

Neurological Rehabilitation (FZT308)

Credits: 3 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): 2 | ECTS: 6

The aim of lesson; The clinical features of common neurological diseases such as motion sickness, demyelinating diseases, neuromuscular diseases, clinical features in terms of physiotherapy programs to be created in upper and lower motor neuron interactions, disease-specific assessment and evaluation and neurophysiological-based treatment applications are discussed.

7. Semester

FZT411 Industrial Physiotherapy 

Credits: 3 | Class Hours (hours/week): 3 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

The concept of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation in the Industry teaches development of physiotherapy in the industry, Physiotherapy and legal costs in the body according to the occupational health and safety legislation., Work Analysis, Concept of cumulative trauma disorders, Processes and physiotherapy in the heavy work environment, Muscular system diseases and physiotherapy in the standing factory employee and the content of recovery programs, The content of musculoskeletal diseases system and physiotherapy and restoration programs seen in sedentary factory workers, Different work tasks and costs - I; Auto mechanics, carpenters,Different business lines and personal lives -II; Food industry, Construction workers, Occupational accidents and prevention recommendations, Health defense work accidents and prevention methods, Exercise programs for prevention of occupational accidents, Current literature review; addresses the issues

Special Topics in Physiotherapy (FZT403)

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

The aim of this course is the role of the physiotherapist in cognitive rehabilitation and geriatric rehabilitation. Physiotherapy and rehabilitation approaches in diabetes, flexor and extensor tendon repairs, low back pain, rheumatological diseases, obese children and obstetric brachial plexus injuries.

Management and Organization in FTR (FZT405)

Credits: 1 | Class Hours (hours/week): 1 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 1

The aim of the course is to inform about management and organization and to discuss about management and organization in various physical therapy centers.

Radiology (FZT407)

Radiology involves conducting a series of tests that scan and take pictures of various parts of the body. Radiology helps us diagnose various diseases; it plays an important role in finding out impairment and the malfunctioning of various parts of our body. Those injuries that can’t be spotted by our naked eye and regular testing are diagnosed with the help of radiological scanning and testing. It’s one of the greatest inventions in medical science that has proven to be of great advantage.

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 2

Clinical Education I (FZT409)

Credits: 5 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): 6 | ECTS: 7

Course Content: Reviewing and practical applications of treatment and evaluation approaches specific to Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation.

Clinical Problem Solving in Physiotherapy I (FZT401)

Credits: 3 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): 2 | ECTS: 4

The aim of this course is the evaluation of Neurological Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation cases, case problems covered under ICF, clinical reasoning and physiotherapy skills, solution suggestions for physiotherapy-rehabilitation, and the creation of an appropriate physiotherapy-rehabilitation program.

Biostatistics (FZT413)

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 3

Objective of the course, Introduction to statistics and biostatistics, use of statistics in health sciences and related research, data collection, descriptive statistics, tables and graphs, probability and probability distributions, sampling, hypothesis testing, regression and correlation analysis, basic concepts of statistics and descriptive statistics, statistical comparison methods, statistical analysis, research design, data collection tools, examination and scaling of adequacy and reliability, and preparation of scientific reports.

Protective Physiotherapy (FZT415)

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 3

Explanation of this course, Lifestyle medicine and physiotherapy, Interdisciplinary community-based studies, Chronic disease risks and individual control, Protection from injuries in employees, Preventive physiotherapy in oncology, Preventive physiotherapy in sports injuries, Case report, Pediatric preventive physiotherapy, Preventive physiotherapy in the elderly, Ergonomic arrangements in preventive physiotherapy place, Evidence-based preventive physiotherapy, National and international prevention policies, Case examples, Electronic health records for preventive medicine / physiotherapy; includes topics.

1. Semester

Clinical Problem Solving in Physiotherapy II (FZT402)

Credits: 3 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): 2 | ECTS: 4

The aim of this course is to determine and process an appropriate physiotherapy-rehabilitation program through evaluation of Pediatric Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation cases, covered case problems, clinical reasoning and physiotherapy skills, solution suggestions and discussion about physiotherapy-rehabilitation.

Research Methods and Techniques (FZT404)

Credits: 3 | Class Hours (hours/week): 3 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 5

The content of this course is aimed at planning a scientific research, forming appropriate study and control groups in planning, research design for information and data sources, and improving the use of computers.

Clinical Education II (FZT408)

Credits: 5 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): 6 | ECTS: 7 Content of this course: Reviewing and practical applications of treatment and evaluation approaches specific to physiotherapy and rehabilitation.

Rehabilitation Practices in Public Health (FZT406)

Credits: 2 | Class Hours (hours/week): 2 | Lab (hours/week): - | ECTS: 4

The aim of this course is Introduction to Public Health, The basic philosophy, scope and principles of the branch of public health, Healthy nutrition and sports, Improving the nutritional status, Reproductive health / family planning, Women's health, Infectious diseases, Child health, Child health, Elderly health, Chronic diseases ,Mental health and social health,Environmental and occupational health,General review and discussion; includes topics

ELECTIVE COURSES

DISABILITY AND LIFE: Its main aim is to introduce students to the key concepts and empirical results of the sociology of disability. This course, while mainly based on sociological works, will also draw on political science, history and socio-legal scholarship.

HEALTH COMMUNICATION: This course focuses on the growing field of health communication. Building on students’ knowledge of communication – public relations, advertising, journalism and marketing – this class aims to help students develop an area of specialization that offers career opportunities in many settings.

ERGONOMICS: This course on the application of knowledge about human capabilities and limitations to the design of workplaces, work methods and jobs for optimal safety, efficiency, productivity and comfort.

FIRST AID AND EMERGENCY: This course will teach the student how to recognize an emergency and how to respond. The student will be prepared to make appropriate decisions regarding first aid care and how to provide care for injuries or sudden illness until professional medical help arrives.

PHYSICAL THERAPY IN GERIATRIC: This course provides in-depth and up to date information about Geriatrics Physical Therapy covers Implications and Physiology of Age-Related and Lifestyle-Related Decline. These will include the impact of aging on different systems e.g. (the cardiovascular, pulmonary, the Musculoskeletal and the central and peripheral nervous systems). This course will provide the student with the components of a patient medical history and principle of geriatric assessment according to the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF).

PHYSIOTHERAPY IN WOMEN'S HEALTH: This course is aimed at physiotherapists working in the speciality of Women's Health in a variety of health care settings. It offers physiotherapists a range of opportunities to develop an evidence based approach to clinical reasoning through the ability to identify, analyse and interpret the current best available evidence and apply this to the rehabilitation and promotion of Women's Health using appropriate assessment and therapeutic intervention skills.

SELF-KNOWLEDGE AND COMMUNICATION METHODS: This course relates to the understanding of characteristics of human behaviour, development of self- assessment instinct, basic theories and principles of communication and providing the students with the ability to implement this knowledge in their professional and social lives.

PHYSIOTHERAPY IN MEN'S HEALTH: Men’s Health Physical Therapy course will focus on the assessment and management of the Men's Health PT patient. The course will focus on the detailed history taking of the complex conditions men with pelvic dysfunction present with.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY HEALTH AND WELLNESS: The course aims at creating consciousness among the students towards health, fitness and wellness and in developing and maintaining a healthy life style.

SPINAL HEALTH: Spinal Health course aims to enhance your understanding of the spine as an anatomical and physical structure. The course offers a review of advanced spinal anatomy, as well as the biomechanics and diseases of the spine.

HAND REHABILITATION: This course addresses therapy and rehabilitation for individuals suffering from injury and disease of the upper limb. Different diagnoses will be discusses in terms of up to date information of evidence based therapy from both medical and rehabilitation approaches.

STJ001 Summer Internship 

The internship programme is designed to help students reinforce the basic theories, concepts and skills they have learned from their lectures through practical applications at various arenas. The programme has duration of 2 weeks. 

STJ002 Summer Internship

The students reinforce their academic gains through improving their practical skills on care and treatment by carrying out field studies in the format of an internship. The programme has duration of 4 weeks.