Information Systems and Technologies Department Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the difference between Information Systems and Technologies and Management Information Systems?

Both departments are part of the Faculty of Computer and Information Sciences and share first-year courses in programming fundamentals. Information Systems and Technologies places more weight on technical depth: operating systems, network programming, web and mobile programming, and information systems security are among its compulsory courses, and students are admitted with the numerical (SAY) score type. Management Information Systems gives more room to management courses such as macroeconomics, managerial accounting, law, and e-business, and admits students with the equal-weight (EA) score type.

• How does Information Systems and Technologies differ from Computer Engineering?

Computer engineering places more weight on the theoretical and hardware foundations of computer science. Information Systems and Technologies focuses on how information systems are analysed, designed, developed, and managed in organisations, and complements its technical courses with economics, accounting, and project management.

• Which score type is used for admission?

The Department admits students through the YKS numerical (SAY) score type. Full-scholarship, 50% discount, and fee-paying places are available. For current quotas and admission rankings, see the University's prospective students page and YÖK Atlas.

• What is the language of instruction? Is there an English preparatory programme?

The language of instruction is English. Students who cannot demonstrate English proficiency through an exam or a valid certificate attend the University's English preparatory programme before starting their studies in the Department.

• I have never written code. Can I study in this Department?

Yes. First-semester programming courses are designed for students starting from scratch and progress step by step through laboratory sessions.

• Will AI leave IT graduates without jobs?

AI is changing part of routine coding work, but organisations still need specialists who understand business needs, design systems, check what AI produces, and integrate these tools into their operations. You can read about our approach in the “Information Systems in the Age of AI” section above.

• What is COOP? Is it compulsory?

COOP (Cooperative Education) is an elective programme in which students earn course credit by working at least 600 hours in industry during their final semester. All students complete a compulsory internship; COOP gives those who wish an additional opportunity to gain work experience.