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Key Learning Outcomes

  • Is competent on the basic and contemporary theories in clinical psychology.
  • Use theoretical knowledge effectively in the applied areas of the clinical psychology.
  • Analyze the problems in clinical psychology using scientific methods and tools.
  • Is competent on the contemporary literature in clinical psychology and knows the current research areas and topics in need of investigation.
  • Has knowledge and skills to use contemporary and internationally used measurements and modeling techniques to understand and evaluate human feelings, thoughts and behaviors.
  • Has knowledge on the sources providing current information in clinical psychology and knows the techniques to reach these sources.
  • Is able to analyze and synthesize different theories and clinical applications.
  • Is able to interpret theoretical knowledge in clinical psychology by taking into consideration current social and cultural context.
  • Has knowledge on advanced research methods and advanced statistics used in clinical psychology.
  • Is able to interpret, present and discuss the results and implications of both quantitative and qualitative studies.
  • Has positive attitudes toward producing distinctive and innovative projects and using creativity in the process.
  • Is able to design new research on topics in clinical psychology and conduct research both independently and as a team.
  • Has knowledge on the ethical principles in teaching and applying the information in clinical psychology; is able to conduct studies in line with these principles and takes the necessary responsibility.
  • Is able to write scientific papers and articles, taking into consideration the accepted international standards.
  • Is competent in producing academic publications.
  • Is able to make verbal and written presentation in Turkish and English.
  • Is open to use and develop the knowledge and skills acquired in the field in line with their career objectives.
  • Is able to evaluate studies conducted in the field with a critical perspective.
  • Distinguishes the effects of genetic, physiological, social and environmental factors to explain a person?s feelings, thoughts and behaviors, and understand and interpret mutual interaction of these factors.
  • Is able to use the theoretical and applied knowledge in clinical psychology to increase personal awareness.
  • Is able to use the knowledge and skills in the field, to produce projects for the benefits of the society.