Master of Arts Program in Psychological Counseling and Guidance
The mission of the Turkish Education Association, founded in 1928, has been to lead and support the education system in our country. Beyond instruction and administration, student personality services are emphasized within the education system to facilitate this dual mission and to promote students’ well-being and adaptation. At the core of these services lie psychological counseling and guidance (PDR) services.
In line with the Turkish Education Association’s fundamental mission of leading and supporting the national education system, there has been a growing need to strengthen guidance and psychological counseling services—particularly those implemented in schools and aimed at enhancing students’ well-being and adjustment levels.
The thesis-based program aims to equip students with strong theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and the ability to conduct scientific research. One of the program's key goals is to enable students who seek personal and professional growth to specialize in their chosen area of interest. A student-centered approach is adopted in all courses. Along with innovative core courses, the elective course pool allows students to focus on current topics that align with their individual interests.
The Master's Program in Guidance and Psychological Counseling (with Thesis) at TED University aims to provide high-quality education through its distinguished faculty, comprehensive library resources, and technological services. The program is designed to enable graduates to offer improved services in school settings and contribute to the training of the qualified professionals and academics needed in the field.
Admission Requirements and Important Dates
Application Requirements
1. To be eligible for admission to the TED University Master's Program in Guidance and Psychological Counseling (with Thesis), applicants must be graduates of an undergraduate program in Guidance and Psychological Counseling (also known as Psychological Counseling and Guidance) from a recognized higher education institution.
2. A valid ALES (Academic Personnel and Graduate Education Entrance Exam) score report is required. Applicants must have a minimum ALES score of 60 to be eligible for application. Applications without a valid ALES score will not be processed.
3.The validity period of exam scores will be taken into consideration.
4.International applicants may submit a GRE score instead of ALES. In such cases, the equivalency conditions recommended by ÖSYM (Student Selection and Placement Center) will apply.
Proof of English Proficiency
1. Applicants must meet the English language proficiency requirements of TED University’s English Language School.
2.For the equivalency of other standardized language exams, ÖSYM guidelines will be followed.
3. Applicants must have a minimum score of 80 from the YDS or YÖKDİL exams.
4. The validity period of language exam scores will also be taken into account.
5. Applicants who do not have an English proficiency certificate may take TED University’s English Proficiency Exam (EPE), which will be held on June 16–17, 2025 or August 12–13, 2025.
6. Graduate applicants who take the TED University English Proficiency Exam must obtain a minimum score of 70.
Evaluation Criteria and Weights for Application Assessment
1. ALES (Equally Weighted score): 50%
2. Scientific Exam and Interview: 30%
3. Undergraduate GPA: 20%
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Important Dates
- Application Period: May 1, 2025 – August 1, 2025
- Announcement of Eligible Candidates for the Exam: August 2, 2025
- Written Exam: August 4, 2025, 09:00 – 12:00
- Interview: August 5–6, 2025, 09:00 – 12:00 & 13:00 – 17:00
*Details regarding the written exam (exam time and location) will be shared in an information email sent to candidates who qualify to take the exam.
**Interview times will be scheduled alphabetically by candidates’ surnames.
***Final admission results will be announced by the institute.
