English: Student Handbook

YAŞAR UNIVERSITY
SCHOOL OF FOREIGN LANGUAGES
ENGLISH
PREP CLASS
STUDENT HANDBOOK
2018 – 2019
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Dear students,
Welcome to Yaşar University! You are about to experience one of the most
important periods of your life – university education. We are excited to be a part of
this experience during your studies at English Prep Class. We have drafted this
handbook in the hope that it will provide you with useful information about the Prep
Class and Yaşar University so that you can benefit from every opportunity available
to you. Here you will find information about the courses at the Prep Class, student
life on campus, services available to you and our expectations from you as a student.
We have determined the content of the handbook considering the questions

frequently asked by our students so far; however, if you have any further questions,
please do not hesitate to contact us.
We wish you success during your Prep Class and university education!
School of Foreign Languages

Prep Class Lecturers
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION PAGE
1. The Mission & Teaching Philosophy of the Prep Class 5
2. Prep Class Organizational Structure 6
3. Campus Map 7
4. Academic Calendar 8
5. Student Services and Facilities 9
 Food Services 9
 Health Services 9
 Sports Center 9
 Library and Information Center 10
 Copy Center 10
 Accommodation 11
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 Student Clubs 12
 Co-curricular Activities Organized by the Prep Class 12
 OBS (Yaşar University Student Information System) 12
 Prep Class Student Forum 13
 Academic Advisors 13
 Psychological Counseling and Guidance Center 14
 Disabled Students Counselling Centre 15
 Regulations about International Students 16
 Complaints 17
 Transportation 17
 Where To Go / Who To Ask 18
 Meeting with the Director of SoFL 18
6. Student Rights and Responsibilities 19
 Student Rights 19
 Code of Student Conduct 19
 Expectations from Students 20
 Acts Prohibited 21
 Attendance 22
 Exam Guidelines 23
 Disciplinary Measures 24
7. General Policies and Procedures 25
 Admissions & Registration 25
 Equal Opportunities Policy 25
 Disability Policy 25
 Confidentiality of Records 26
 Smoking Policy 26
 Substance Abuse Policy 26
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8. Course details 27
 Integrated Skills 27
 Reading 27
 Writing 27
 Listening & Speaking 28
 Course Hours 28
 Integrated Skills Portfolio 29

 Reading Tasks 30
 Speaking Tasks
 Course Books 30
 Cancellation of Classes due to Extraordinary Circumstances 30
9. Assessment and Examinations 31
 Overall Policy 31
 Fast Track 31
 Level Groups 32
 Passing the Prep Class 32
 Track Based Assessment Templates 34
 Evaluation Examples for Students Enrolled in English Medium 37

Programs and Students Enrolled in 30 %English Medium Programs
 Evaluation Examples for Students Enrolled In English Language and 39

Literature and Translation and Interpreting
 Failing Students 40
 Assessment Procedures 40
 Proficiency Examination (FLAT) 40
 Placement Test 41
 Sitting for Examinations That Have Not Been Taken 43
10. Student Evaluation of Faculty Performance 43
11. Scholarships 43
12. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) 44
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13. Glossary 48
14. Annexes 49
Annex 1 – Registration Policy 50

Annex 2 – Student Disciplinary Policy and Procedures 52
Annex 3 – Student Complaints Policy and Procedures 53
Annex 4 – Student Complaint Form 56

Annex 5 – Grade Appeal Policy and Procedure 58
Annex 6 – Grade Appeal Form 61
Annex 6 – Level Change Form 62
Annex 7 – School of Foreign Languages Full-Time Faculty Members 63
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1. MISSION & TEACHING PHILOSOPHY OF THE PREP CLASS
MISSION
The Mission of Yaşar University English Preparatory Class is to deliver high-quality English
Language instruction to its students who are non-native speakers of the language. The Intensive
English Program aims to furnish students with essential language skills to pursue their studies in
their subsequent departments and/or programs as well as communicate effectively in their future
social and professional lives.
TEACHING PHILOSOPHY
The Prep Class is fully committed to offering quality language instruction to its learners in a
learner-centered environment. Recognizing that each language learner has individual preferences
and need to act in the language, the Prep Class puts emphasis on learners attaining mastery in all
four skills and gaining linguistic and communicative competence. In addition to these goals the
instructors in the Prep Class constantly seek and apply a variety of language teaching methods
and techniques that are compatible with the materials, learners, and the curriculum to promote
self-directed learning. In order to involve and empower learners to achieve their educational
goals, instructors act as facilitators and guides of the learning process where the learners are
encouraged to make the most of curricular and co-curricular activities.
It is also paramount that all stakeholders in the Prep Class are committed to learning by
acknowledging and respecting personal differences and preferences. Through the application of
this teaching philosophy, the Prep Class strives to create a rewarding learning experience.
In the event of any conflict between Turkish law and the policies & procedures in this Student
Handbook, Turkish law shall prevail. The School of Foreign Languages reserves all rights to
make changes to the Handbook where appropriate.
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2. PREP CLASS ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE
Executive
Board of SoFL
Director of SoFL
Academic Prep Class Administrative

Assistant Director Coordinator Assistant Director
English for Modern

Academic Purposes Languages
Student Student Conference

Operations & IT Organization
Supervisors Services Activities Commitee
Instructors
Continuing Professional Material Development Testing and Curriculum

Development Office and Resource Center Assessment Office Development Office
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3. CAMPUS MAP
A – Rectorate/Art Gallery/Conference Hall S – Information Center (Library)

B – Faculty of Communication U – Faculty of Engineering
C – Classrooms/Media Center Y – Ground Floor - Student Affairs /SoFL Classrooms
D – Faculty of Art and Design Y - 1st Floor - EU Research Center / International
E – Human Resources/Public Relations Office / YAGEM / Center for Mediterranean Studies /
F – Cinema/Mock Courtroom SofL Classrooms
G – Laboratories & Classrooms Y - 2nd Floor - Classrooms
H – Kitchen Y - 3rd Floor – SoFL Classrooms
K – Faculty of Architecture Y- 4th Floor – SoFL Classrooms / Faculty of Business /
L – Classrooms Faculty of Human and Social Sciences
M – Department of Music Y - 5th Floor – SoFL / Faculty of Law
N – Amphitheatre/Classrooms
Y - 6th Floor – Graduate Schools/ Faculty of
P – IT Center/Finance/Accounting Architecture /
R – Health Center (Doctor) / Gym / Sports Center
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YAŞAR UNIVERSITY SoFL ENGLISH PREPARATORY CLASS
2018-19 ACADEMIC CALENDAR
FLAT* 1 17-18.09.2018
FLAT 1 (RETAKE) 24.09.2018
PLACEMENT TEST 26.09.2018
CLASSES BEGIN 01.10.2018

TRACK 1 HOLIDAY (REPUBLIC DAY) 29.10.2018
CLASSES END 14.12.2018

HOLIDAY (NEW YEAR) 01.01.2019
SEMESTER BREAK BEGINS 21.01.2019
TRACK 2 FLAT 2 22-23.01.2019
FLAT 2 (RETAKE) 29.01.2019
SEMESTER BREAK ENDS 01.02.2019

HOLIDAY (NATIONAL SOVEREIGNTY AND CHILDREN'S DAY) 23.04.2019
HOLIDAY (LABOUR AND SOLIDARITY DAY) 01.05.2019
TRACK 3 HOLIDAY (EID) 04.06.2019 (Half
Day)
05-07.06.2019
FLAT 3 01.07.2019
FLAT 3 (RETAKE) 03.07.2019

SUMMER HOLIDAY (DEMOCRACY AND NATIONAL UNITY DAY) 15.07.2019
SCHOOL HOLIDAY (FEAST OF THE SACRIFICE) 11-14.08.2019
FLAT 4 29.08.2019
*FOREIGN LANGUAGE ACHIEVEMENT TEST
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1. STUDENT SERVICES AND FACILITIES
FOOD SERVICES
On Selçuk Yaşar Campus, there are two lunch halls (one in T building), a canteen, a café, two kiosks
selling hot & cold drinks and a mini market. There are also vending machines on the ad third
floors. Fresh food is served between 11.30 and 14.00 in the lunch hall, and throughout the day in
the café.
HEALTH SERVICES
Health services are carried out under the supervision of the Department of Health, Culture and
Sport. In our Health Center a doctor (8.00-15:00) and two nurses (08:00-17:30) are present for
service. If you have any health problems, you can have examinations and emergency aid free of
charge. If you have a private health insurance policy, you can get your prescriptions from the
pharmacies covered by your policy. For emergency cases, appropriate first aid will be provided
and transportation to a hospital will be arranged if necessary. Foreign students must have health
insurance from their country. The health examinations and treatments of the sports teams of our
university are done in the health center. Sportsmen’s health reports are also provided by this
service. For more information: http://sks.yasar.edu.tr/
SPORTS CENTER
The Sports Center on Selçuk Yaşar Campus includes a gymnasium, a climbing wall, a fitness center,
a dance studio and music room. In the sports center, there are also two changing rooms (one for
men & one for women) as well as shower and WC facilities. Reservations must be made for the
use of the gymnasium and the dance studio. To find the most suitable time period, please check
the timetable of the gymnasium and contact the Directorate of Health, Culture and Sports in order
to make reservations. For more information: http://spor.yasar.edu.tr
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION CENTER
Yaşar University Library and Information Center aims to support the academic research of
students and academic staff. The Center is regularly updated with scientific, intellectual and
electronic publishing collections from Turkey and around the world. In addition to this, the
Information Center aims to preserve and make available all intellectual property developed at the
University for the benefit of current and future University members.
Working Hours: During the educational season, on weekdays 08:00-22:00
During the semester break and summer holiday, on weekdays 08:00-17:30
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UNISTORE (COPY CENTE R)
You can purchase your supplementary materials and photocopies as well as plotter print outs,
stationery, GSM and PC accessories from Unistore Copy Center. It is also the sales point of licensed
Yaşar University products (sweatshirt, scarf, keyholder, T-shirt, flag, hat etc.).
ACCOMMODATION
Izmir offers a variety of types of accommodation for students. This includes Yaşar University
dormitory for those who want to experience university life to the fullest extent.
The University Dormitory is located near Selçuk Yaşar Campus in Bornova. It is within walking
distance of Selçuk Yaşar Campus, Ege University, Tepecik Eğitim ve Araştırma Hospital, Forum
Bornova Shopping Center and IKEA. It is also just 2 km from the city center and 20 km from the
airport. There are 8 floors with double, 17m2, and triple, 21m2, rooms. The number of double
rooms is 191 and there are 6 triple rooms. Every room has its own bathroom, toilet, mini fridge
and phone. The rooms are well-furnished (bed, desk, chair, bookshelf, wardrobe, shoe cupboard
for each person). There is also a wireless internet connection throughout the building. The other
facilities of the dormitory are the café, dining hall, shop, laundry, ATM, infirmary, study rooms,
TV room, table tennis, and treadmill. The dorm has a central-heating system and hot water is
available 24/7. The rooms are cleaned by cleaning staff once a week. The common areas are
cleaned every day. Breakfast, heating, air conditioning, water and electricity, 24-hour hot water,
cleaning and bedding are included. Meals other than breakfast are not included in the
accommodation fee.
Erasmus students, the other foreign students who apply to the University and students from other
universities in Izmir may also be accommodated in the dormitory. However, Yaşar University does
not guarantee a place in the dormitory for every student. For more information please visit:
http://yurt.yasar.edu.tr/
STUDENT CLUBS
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We strongly encourage all Yaşar University students to join clubs. Participation in clubs can enrich
your academic and personal experience in university. In a club you will have the chance to develop
yourself in a social environment and gain necessary experience for your professional lives.
There is a variety of clubs (nearly more than 40) related to departments, as well as sports, dance,
and hobby clubs. New clubs can be added according to student demand. You can find detailed
information about clubs at: http://sks.yasar.edu.tr/
STUDENT ACTIVITIES ORGANIZED BY THE PREP CLASS
There are a variety of activities that you can attend on and outside the campus such as cooking
contests, quiz nights, movie clubs, writing clubs, conversation clubs, parties …etc. Please note that
it is at your discretion to take part in co-curricular activities and other social events organized by
the Prep Class. Please be informed that there are a varying level of potential risks involved in such
activities and it is your responsibility to assess such risks, and participate in any activities, knowing
all the risks involved. You will be asked to read, sign the form (Annex 7) if you intend to take part
in a co-curricular activity before you take part in any activity. These forms will be distributed to
you by the instructors organizing the activity before the activity starts. If you would like to have
more information about the co-curricular activities, please visit Ekin Veral & Kazım Olgun (Prep
Class Student Activities Office, Room: 507, 5th floor, Building Y).
OBS (PREP CLASS STUDENT INFORMATION SYSTEM)
You can find information about your attendance and grades on OBS. The system is used by all
Yasar University students. In order to log in, please go to https://obs.yasar.edu.tr/
PREP CLASS STUDENT FORUM
Through the Student Forum, you have a say and some influence on what happens in the Prep
Class, from the education provided to the social opportunities available. Student representatives
will meet regularly with the senior management of the Prep Class to share feedback, information
and help agree on policies which affect all students in the Prep Class.
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ACADEMIC ADVISORS FO R PREP CLASS STUDENT S
All Prep Class students have an academic advisor to whom they may consult about academic
issues. The academic advisor of the students are the lecturers that teach IS lesson in their classes.
(IS) lesson is taught by two different lecturers with different number of teaching hours, so your
lecturer with the most hours of IS lessons is your academic advisor.
The main objective of academic advisors is to guide their students through possible difficulties or
challenges while learning a foreign language. In this case, you may meet your advisor on a regular
basis. The advisors are primarily responsible for offering suggestions and/or solutions to help you
achieve academic success. In the case of any non-academic or personal issues, academic advisors
will direct you to the right place.
Advisors are available during their office hours, which are announced at the beginning of each
track. If you want to meet at a time other than these hours, you should make an appointment
with your advisor.
In addition to your academic advisor, you may also visit any of your lecturers during their office
hours for help and advice in respect to your studies. The list of their available times is posted on
the Prep Class website.
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Your academic advisor will also help you during the fast track if you are eligible to take the fast
track and re-take the final exam. Please see section 9 for more information.
PSYCHOLOGICAL COUNSE LING AND GUIDANCE CE NTER
This center provides a variety of services to help Prep Class students deal with any challenges and
difficulties you may face. The center is designed to help you understand yourself better, benefit
from your own strengths, create and maintain satisfying relationships, improve your academic
performance, and make satisfying career, educational and professional choices.
Individual or group psychological counseling is provided to develop skills in specific areas such as
managing exam anxiety, anger and stress. This type of counseling is also used to help students
solve their psychological problems. Students are assisted in developing self-awareness,
independence, and self-direction in specific areas such as interpersonal relationships, self-
esteem, growth and well-being. These services also help to identify potential problem areas for
students and prevent those from occurring. Furthermore, students with low academic
achievement are supported by identifying the causes of their problems and assisted to help
resolve them.
Privacy, confidentiality and respect are the working principles of the counseling services. It is a
free service for all Prep Class students and Prep Class Faculty Members. Appointments should be
made with the center in advance. In order to contact psychological counselor and make an
appointment by filling in the form, please go to http://sks.yasar.edu.tr/pdr/.
DISABLED STUDENTS CO UNSELING CENTRE
Selçuk Yaşar Campus in Bornova has been constructed taking into consideration the needs of
disabled students so that they may benefit from University facilities without difficulty. In addition,
the Disabled Students Counseling Centre provides personal assistance to discuss students’ special
needs and possible solutions to their individual problems. For more information please refer to
[email protected]. New registered students can contact the centre by delivering Student
Information Form on Disabled Cooperation and Coordination Unit website.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
International relations and activities such as developing and administering student and faculty
exchange programs of Yaşar University are coordinated by the International Relations Office in
Selçuk Yaşar Campus. The Office is also responsible for administering scholarship and financial aid
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plans for students who wish to study at the University. The International Relations Office is happy
to assist foreign students during their visa and residence permit application processes.
Selçuk Yaşar Campus also hosts a European Union Research Center, which enables the University
to effectively participate in EU Research and Education Programs such as Life Long
Learning/Erasmus, YOUTH, Jean Monnet, Marie Curie and others.
The International Relations Office and the European Union Research Center cooperate on issues
concerning foreign students and offer continuous support to students during their academic life
at Yaşar University.
CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THE INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE:
Y Building, 1st Floor
Website: http://international.yasar.edu.tr/
CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THE EUROPEAN UNI ON RESEARCH CENTER:

Y Building, 1st Floor
Website: http://euc.yasar.edu.tr
COMPLAINTS
Most problems that arise in the Prep Class can be sorted out informally. However, in cases where
this is not possible, there is a formal system for making a complaint. For information on making
a formal complaint, please see the Complaint Policy and Form in Annex 4. In addition, for being
an institution accredited by Commission on English Language Program Accreditation (CEA),
anybody may make a complaint directly to the CEA in the event of non-compliance with any CEA
standard. Details of how to make a complaint to the CEA are listed on the SoFL website:
ydy.yasar.edu.tr
TRANSPORTATION
Selçuk Yaşar Campus is located in an easily accessible district. The “Bölge” metro station is right
across from the Selçuk Yaşar Campus. However, the University is also easily accessible by
motorway or from Izmir’s ring road.
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WHERE TO GO – WHO TO ASK
Problem Where to go- who to ask Room Extension

Number
Attendance Assistant to the Director of SoFL – Günseli Ergüney Y 541 9800
Exams
Health reports
Formal
Students’ Complaints
Grade Appeals
Academic Issues Your Academic Advisor (8 hours IS Instructor of your class)
Academic issues you cannot The Prep Class Supervisor who is responsible for your class
solve with your academic advisor (At the beginning of each track, the lists of Supervisors and
classes they are responsible for will be published on the
notice boards in classrooms and on the web site
(https://ydy.yasar.edu.tr )
 Banu Özkaya 9814
 Betül Tunçyürek 9818
 Cüneyt Gaffaroğlu Y 509 9830
 Jennifer Delp Çelik 9857
 Saliha Akgün 9882
 Sedef Kabasakal 9885
Issues about Classrooms and Administrative Assistant Director of SoFL – Demet Sarıkaya Y 539 9805
Physical Conditions of Prep Class
Transcripts Student Affairs Office Y, Ground 7070

Floor
Deferment Faculties
Meeting with the Director of SoFL: If you would like to meet Aylin Atacan, the Director of SoFL, you can make an
appointment with Gunseli Erguney, the Secretary of the SoFL.
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2. STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITES
STUDENT RIGHTS
The Prep Class recognizes that it is the students’ right to have
 Access to academic and/or non-academic opportunities provided for students at the Prep
Class.
 Equal opportunities regardless of religion, race, language, gender, color, age, ethnicity or
disability.
 A fair Prep Class judicial process whenever applicable.
 Freedom of thought and expression subject to applicable policies, rules and laws of YÖK
and the Prep Class.
The Prep Class is a community in which each individual can exercise freedom of inquiry,
expression and thought. However, the exercise of this right requires respect for the rights of all
at the Prep Class. The Code of Student Conduct has been formulated to promote high standards
of behavior within the Prep Class. Intentional disruption of lessons, destruction of property and
interference with the orderly process of the University cannot be tolerated. Prep Class students
are expected to behave in a way that is consistent with the function of the Prep Class as an
educational institution.
CODE OF STUDENT COND UCT
The purpose of this Code of Student Conduct is to foster and protect the Prep Class Mission and
to provide a safe and secure learning environment for students. It provides a statement of the
Prep Class’ expectations of you, its students, and prohibited acts in respect to academic matters
and personal behavior. Any violations of the Code of Student Conduct may result in discipline
such as marking you absent, dismissing you from a class, or taking disciplinary action.
EXPECTATIONS FROM STUDENTS
1. You must be respectful to the classroom environment and be tolerant to different opinions.
2. You are expected to avoid distractions such as using mobile phones, eating and drinking in
class without permission and irrelevant conversation. You should also mentally prepare
yourself for learning and resist emotional reactions and boredom.
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3. The Prep Class encourages a caring environment for everyone. Therefore, you are expected
to be considerate about how your behavior may affect others. You should be willing to help
other students when necessary.
4. You must keep yourself informed about the course and instructor expectations. You should
come to class prepared and organized. You are expected to bring all the course materials with
them.
5. You must attend classes regularly and on time. Students who are late for the lesson will not
be admitted as it is distracting for the class. Late-comers should wait for the next session.
6. You are expected to be communicative with your instructors and express your concerns and
complaints in a respectful manner.
7. You must be honest and fair in your dealings with Faculty Members. You should act ethically
in the preparation, conduct and submission of academic work; you should also avoid any
behavior that would unfairly affect another student academically.
ACTS PROHIBITED
It is your responsibility to avoid any improper behavior or attitude throughout your education at
the Prep Class. Furthermore, you are expected to maintain the highest standards of academic
honesty at all times. These acts include but are not limited to:
1. Cheating – intentionally using or trying to use unauthorized materials and information in

any academic exercise
2. Fabrication – intentional and unauthorized falsification or invention of any information in

an academic exercise
3. Facilitating Academic Dishonesty – intentionally helping or attempting to help another to

violate any provision of this conduct
4. Plagiarism – the adaptation or reproduction of ideas, words, or statements of another

person as one’s own without proper acknowledgement
5. Class disruption– causing disturbance on purpose and continuing to do so
6. Bribery – attempting to give bribes for academic advantage and/or other personal benefits
7. Disrespectful behavior
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8. Providing false information to the Prep Class
9. Theft and robbery
10. Destruction of Prep Class property
11. Physical or verbal assault
12. Gambling within the premises of the Prep Class
13. Smoking inside the institutional buildings and within the non-smoking area in campus.
14. Possession or use of dangerous items such as guns, fireworks and explosives.
15. Appearance in class drunk or under the apparent influence of drugs or alcohol
16. Use of another student’s ID card
17. Attempting to restrict the freedom of learning and/or teaching
18. Violating the peace and order of the Prep Class
19. Participating in and/or encouraging actions such as boycotts or occupations
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ATTENDANCE
 Students who attend classes regularly show better performance than students who do
not. It is your responsibility to regularly attend your classes. All student absences are
recorded regardless of the reason for the absence. Students who are absent for more than
20% (160 hours) of the total Prep Class program will automatically fail and forfeit the right
to take the end of year FLAT in June. That is, if a student misses more than 80 hours of
class in the first semester, s/he cannot take the FLAT in the middle of the academic year.
In addition, if a student misses more than 53 classes in a track, s/he cannot take the fast
track and if he misses more than 160 classes in the whole academic year, s/he cannot take
the FLAT at the end of the year.
 Students who fail because of absenteeism may attend summer school. The summer school
is offered subject to sufficient student demand. Absences are recorded during summer
school. If a student misses more than 20% of the lessons, s/he cannot take the summer
school FLAT.
 Students who miss courses due to health problems have to prove their condition with a
committee medical report. A committee medical report is given by three doctors and
confirmed by a head doctor. Committee medical reports only cover the days that the
student was absent. Medical reports, on the other hand, only cover the Midterm
Examination, Final Examination and the FLAT. Students should submit their medical
reports to the secretary of SoFL within 5 working days of the ending of the medical report
in order to sit for the examination that has been missed. For missed tasks, quizzes or
portfolios, reports are not accepted.
ATTENDING CLASSES REGULARLY IMPROVES YOUR

ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE!
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EXAM GUIDELINE S
 Reading quizzes last 50 minutes and writing quizzes last 60. The duration of listening
quizzes changes from 20 to 30 minutes depending on the listening material. The
Placement Test lasts 90 minutes. Mid-term and final exams last 150 minutes. FLAT exams
last 180 minutes.
 Quizzes - once quiz papers are delivered to the classes, no latecomers are permitted to
enter the classroom.
 Mid-term and final exams – students are permitted to enter the exam up to 10 minutes
after the start of the exam. No student who is more than 10 minutes late for the exam
will be admitted.
 FLAT and Placement Test begin with the Listening section. This section requires a high
degree of concentration. For this reason, late-comers need to wait for the Listening
section to end in order to enter the exam. Late-comers will be admitted to the exam only
for 10 minutes after the Listening section ends. Students will not be admitted to the exam
if they are later than 10 minutes.
 During quizzes students may leave when they have finished. During mid-term, final, the
Placement Test and FLAT exams, no student may leave before the first 30 minutes of the
exam has ended or during the last 15 minutes. In addition, the last two students remaining
in the exam must wait for all exams. Toilet breaks are not allowed in quizzes and exams.
 Cheating in any form is not tolerated. If a student is found cheating or attempting to cheat
during an exam the Instructor shall take their paper and require the student to leave the
classroom without delay. Further disciplinary action will then follow.
 Cheating and attempting to cheat are treated as the same offence. Cheating includes (but
is not limited to):
 Talking to other students
 Looking or attempting to look at the paper of another student or students
 Referring to any written materials which are not part of the official exam papers
 Using or looking at a mobile phone (including to check the time)
 Sharing or requesting to share materials, including pencils and erasers, with other
students
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NOTE: In the Placement Test taken prior to admittance into the Prep Class, we suggest that you
leave blank answers to any questions about which you have no idea about. This will help prevent
you from being misplaced into a class at the start of the year.
DISCIPLINARY MEASURES
If a student is found in violation of the Code of Student Conduct and/or any university policy, one
or more of the following actions may be carried out. These are:
1) Warning: Students are warned in writing about their behavior and are required to be more
careful about their behavior and attitudes.
2) Reprimand: Students are warned in writing that their behavior has been found offensive
and at fault.
3) Suspension for a period between one week and one month: The student is notified in
writing that he/she is suspended from the Prep Class for a period of time and cannot
benefit from his/her rights as a student during the time of suspension.
4) Suspension for one or two semesters: The student is notified in writing that he/she is
suspended from the Prep Class for one or two semesters, and he/she cannot benefit from
the services and facilities of the Prep Class during this period.
EXPULSION FROM HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS: THE STUDENT IS NOTIFIED IN

WRITING THAT HE/SHE IS PERMANENTLY EXPELLED FROM ALL TURKISH HIGHER
EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS. 7. GENERAL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
ADMISSIONS & REGISTR ATION
The University admits students in accordance with YÖK regulations. Students must comply with
the University’s registration procedures following admittance. The procedures for registration
are attached (see annex 1).
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES POLICY
The Prep Class values diversity and strives to provide an environment of equality and respect for
its students, employees and community. They do not discriminate against any person on the basis
of race, religion, sex, age, disability, ancestry or sexual orientation. All decisions regarding
recruitment, admission of students, registration and termination are based solely on merit. This
policy applies to all aspects of the Prep Class. Complaints regarding any failure to comply with this
policy should be filed in accordance with the Student Complaint Policy.
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DISABILITY POLICY
It is the policy of the Prep Class, in accordance with the Equal Opportunities Policy, not to
discriminate on the basis of any physical or learning disability. Qualified individuals with a
disability shall not be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected
to discrimination in any activity or service of the Prep Class solely by reason of their disability.
Each qualified individual with a disability who meets the academic standards required to enroll in
the Prep Class shall be provided with equal access to educational opportunities appropriate to
his/her needs.
CONFIDENTIALITY OF RECORDS
Under the Educational Rights and Privacy Act and provisions of Turkish law relating to the
disclosure of public records, the Prep Class treats all information about students confidentially.
This includes taking all necessary precautions to prevent unauthorized disclosure of the records
in question. The Testing and Assessment Office is responsible for the confidentiality of exam
records.
SMOKING POLICY
Yaşar University is committed to the health and well-being of its students, faculty, staff and
visitors. Smoking within the Prep Class buildings, including classrooms and washrooms, is strictly
prohibited. In addition, Selçuk Yaşar Campus has adopted the Smoke Free Air Act, which protects
building occupants from exposure to secondhand smoke. According to the policy, smoking is
prohibited within the Selçuk Yaşar Campus (both inside and outside of the buildings).
Those who wish to smoke must use the designated outdoor areas or leave the campus.
SUBSTANCE-ABUSE POLICY
Yaşar University recognizes that the illegal and abusive use of alcohol or drugs by members of the
University and puts others’ safety and academic success at risk. You are prohibited from using,
having or helping others to use or get alcohol or illegal drugs on University property. Students
who violate this policy may be suspended or expelled from the University.
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8. COURSE DETAILS
In your courses you will learn English through integrated skills lessons and specific skills modular
lessons. Every track you will have five different lecturers. This means that you are exposed to a
wide range of teaching styles, accents and personalities.
INTEGRATED SKILLS
Through this course, you will study the general components of the target language, including
grammar and vocabulary usage. The emphasis is on students learning and understanding and
then producing in the target language. You will have the chance to practice the target language
with course books, worksheets, extra activities and dialogues.
READING (READING AND COMPREHENSION)
You will develop your reading and comprehension skills by focusing on reading strategies, and
vocabulary through this course. Reading materials such as scientific texts, short stories, literary
texts, articles, poems and newspaper articles are all level-based.
WRITING
The objective of this course is to help you develop your writing skills. In addition to class activities,
homework assignments, portfolios and extra studies are given in order to develop and improve
your writing skills.
LISTENING AND SPEAKING
In this course, you will improve their listening comprehension and speaking skills with the help of
course books and interactive materials such as songs and pictures. These activities are followed
by discussions and presentations.
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LESSON ALLOCATION FOR EACH LEVEL IS AS FOLLOWS:
Level Weekly hour allocation
Elementary *IS+L&S Reading Writing
16 4 4
*In Elementary level, Integrated Skills lesson and Listening & Speaking lessons are combined.
Pre- IS Reading Writing L&S

Intermediate
12 4 4 4
Intermediate IS Reading Writing L&S
10 4 6 4
Upper- IS Reading & Writing L&S

Intermediate
8 8 8
*In the Upper-Intermediate level, Reading and Writing lessons are combined.
Advanced IS Reading & Writing L&S
8 8 8
*In the Advanced level, Reading and Writing lessons are combined.
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COURSE HOURS
All lessons of the Prep Class are held in two sessions; the morning group session and the afternoon
group session. Change of class or session requests due to personal reasons will not be taken into
consideration. There are 5 hours a day from Monday to Thursday, and 4 hours on Friday.
MORNING GROUP SESSIONS AFTERNOON GROUP SESSIONS

1ST HOUR 08:30 – 09:20 13:45 – 14:35
BREAK 10 minutes 10 minutes
2ND HOUR 09:30 – 10:20 14:45 – 15:35
3RD HOUR 10:35 – 11:25 15:50 – 16:40
4TH HOUR 11:35 – 12:25 16:50 – 17:40
5TH HOUR 12:35 – 13:25 17:50 – 18:40
COURSE BOOKS
The list of the course books and the information of the sales offices is announced on the website
of the School of Foreign Languages (ydy.yasar.edu.tr/en). At the beginning of each academic year
publishing companies set up stands on campus where you can buy your books if you wish.
Provision of the course books is your responsibility. Unauthorized photocopying of copyrighted
materials is strongly discouraged as it is not legal. You are not allowed to bring photocopied
course books to the class in whole or in part. Bringing photocopied course books may result in
being refused admission to the lesson.
CANCELLATION OF CLASSES DUE TO EXTRAORDINARY CIRCUMSTANCES
The Prep Class makes every effort not to cancel classes. However, for your own safety, classes
may be cancelled or dismissed due to extraordinary circumstances (adverse weather, general
strikes, demonstrations, earthquake, etc.) In this case, classes are rescheduled and students are
notified through the website of the School of Foreign Languages (ydy.yasar.edu.tr/en). During
such circumstances, you should check the website or call the Prep Class secretary (0232-570 9800)
before leaving for class.
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9. ASSESSMENT AND EXAMINATIONS
OVERALL POLICY
The English proficiency level of the students is determined by the proficiency test (see “FLAT” below) prepared
and administered by the Prep Class at the beginning of each academic year. Students who meet or exceed the
minimum required scores are exempt from having to attend the Prep Class. Students who do not achieve the
minimum scores attend the Prep Class. The level groups are formed according to students' placement test
scores.
Students are placed in level groups (see p. 34) according to their placement test scores, and they attend three
consecutive tracks in one academic year. Each track lasts a minimum of ten weeks. You have to get a minimum
final score of 60 out of 100 at the end of the track so as to continue to the next level. The respective percentage
marks contributing to the overall level grade are as follows:
a) Final Examination: 40%

b) Midterm Examination: 25%
c) Quizzes and Tasks: 20%
d) Writing Portfolio: 10%
e) IS Task: 5%
PASSING A TRACK
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 GRADE
Q1 Q2 mid Q3 Q4 final 60/100
term
*There is no Reading Quiz for Elementary level.
INTEGRATED SKILLS PORTFOLIO
In addition to your performance in quizzes and examinations, you are evaluated according to your performance
in the classroom during each track and you get ‘Integrated Skills Portfolio Grade’ which affects your overall score
at the end of each track. This evaluation is made on the basis of your success of your completion of the online
tasks given by your Integrated Skills teacher. The more successful you complete and punctual you deliver the
tasks, the higher your Integrated Skills Portfolio grade will be.
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READING TASK
Alongside your performance in quizzes and exams, your performance during each track is also influential on
your overall score at the end of the track as you get a ‘Reading Task Grade’ based on your performance
throughout the track. Your grades are decided in consideration of whether you fulfil your responsibilities, your
being self-sufficient during your studies and your awareness of your own progress while completing the two
tasks assigned by your Reading teacher.
*There is no Reading Task in the Elementary level.
SPEAKING TASK
Alongside your performance in quizzes and exams, your performance during each track is also influential on
your overall score at the end of the track as you get ‘Speaking Task Grade’ based on your performance
throughout the track. Your grades are decided in consideration of whether you fulfil your responsibilities, your
being self-sufficient during your studies and your awareness of your own progress while completing the two
tasks assigned by your Speaking instructor.
FAST TRACK
At the end of each track if your track grade is between 55-59 and you have not exceeded 53 absences in one
track, you can take the “fast track.” During the fast track you will work with your academic advisor to work on
the areas of English that need improvement. At the end of the fast track, you have the chance of sitting for
the final exam again. After having the final exam, your track grade is calculated again with the inclusion of the
other grades in the track. If your track average is 60 or above, you pass to the next level; if you get 59 or
below you fail the track and study the same level again.
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LEVEL GROUPS
SEMESTER
TERM FALL SPRING SUMMER
BREAK
TRACK TRACK 1 FT TRACK 2 FT TRACK 3 OPTIONAL
1 1
DURATION 11 wks / 264 sessions 11 wks / 264 sessions 11 wks / 264 sessions 7 wks / 210 sessions
wk wk
ELEMENTARY (A1) PRE-INTERMEDIATE (A2) INTERMEDIATE (B1)
UPPER-INTERMEDIATE INTERMEDIATE
PRE-INTERMEDIATE (A2) INTERMEDIATE (B1)
1-to-1
1-to-1
LEVEL (B2)
(B1)
UPPER-INTERMEDIATE
INTERMEDIATE (B1) ADVANCED (C1)
(B2)
PASSING THE PREP CLASS
There are two alternatives to pass the Prep Class.
OPTION 1 – PASSING WITH TRACK AVERAGES
In the first option, you can pass the Prep Class with your track average only. Your final grade is determined by
taking the average of your three track grades. As long as you meet the minimum requirement for your
department, you can pass the Prep Class. You don’t have to sit for the FLAT exam. That is, if you are in the
levels stated in the table below at the end of the spring term and your track average meets the passing
requirement, you do not have to sit for the FLAT. You successfully pass the Prep Class. However, please note
that you are required to complete the third track successfully to be able to pass with track average.
LEVEL YOU SUCCESSFULLY TURKISH & ENGLISH MEDIUM TRANSLATION & ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND
COMPLETED DEPARTMENTS LITERATURE
END OF YEAR TRACK AVERAGE
Intermediate 65 85
Upper-intermediate 60 80
Advanced 60 75
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EXAMPLES FOR OPTION 1:
TRACK 1 TRACK 2 TRACK 3 AVERAGE RESULT
Elementary Pre-intermediate Intermediate

STUDENT 1
73 69 63 68 PASS

STUDENT 2
68 63 60 64 FLAT
TURKISH &
ENGLISH
MEDIUM
STUDENT 3
77 72 57 69 FLAT
Upper-
Pre-intermediate Intermediate
Intermediate
STUDENT 4
65 62 60 62 PASS

STUDENT 5
80 75 68 74 FLAT
DEPARTMENTS
OF ENGLISH
Pre-intermediate Intermediate Intermediate
LANGUAGE AND
STUDENT 6
LITERATURE AND
89 58 88 78 FLAT
INTERPRETATION
AND
TRANSLATION Upper-
Intermediate Advanced
intermediate
STUDENT 7
81 77 70 76 PASS
OPTION 2 – PASSING WITH TRACK AVERAGES AND THE FLAT
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An alternative for those students who were not able to pass the Prep Class with track averages (see student 2,
3, 5 & 6), is passing with the FLAT alongside track averages. In this option, the final grade for the English Prep
Class is determined by taking sixty percent of a student’s track average and forty percent of the FLAT exam at
the end of the year. The pass level is according to your department:
Turkish and English-medium departments – 65
Departments of English Language and Literature and Interpretation and Translation - 85
Those who fail to receive the minimum required grades from the FLAT are regarded as having failed to pass the
Prep Class regardless of their final grade.
Passing with the FLAT in the semester break does not require a track average. Students who obtain the passing
score for their departments (65 or 85) can start the new semester in their respective departments.
PASSING THE PREP CLASS WITH FLAT
TRACK 1 TRACK 2 TRACK 3 FLAT GRADE
20% 20% 20% 40% 65-85/100
TRACK EXAM TEMPLATES
Use these templates to track your progress through the Prep Class.
TRACK 1
EXAM GRADES PERCENTAGE TOTAL
(OUT OF 100)
Quiz I : Reading 5%
Quiz II: Listening 5%
MIDTERM 25%
Quiz III: Writing 5%
Quiz IV: Speaking 5%
FINAL 40%
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Writing Portfolio 10%
IS Portfolio 5%
TRACK AVERAGE
*For Elementary level, there is no Quiz I: Reading grade. Therefore, for this level, each quiz percentage is 6,6%.
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TRACK 2
(OUT OF 100)
Quiz I : Reading 5%
MIDTERM 25%
Quiz IV: Speaking 5%
FINAL 40%
IS Portfolio 5%
TRACK AVERAGE
TRACK 3
(OUT OF 100)
Quiz I : Reading Mark 5%
MIDTERM 25%
Quiz IV: Speaking Mark 5%
FINAL 40%
IS Portfolio 5%
TRACK AVERAGE
TOTAL AVERAGE = (Track 1 Grade + Track 2 Grade + Track 3 Grade) / 3 ________
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Evaluation Examples for Students Enrolled in 30% AND %100 English-medium Programs
EXAMPLE EVALUATION 1:
Student A received the following grades:
TRACK I: Elementary: 75
TRACK II: Pre-Intermediate: 67
TRACK III: Intermediate: 81
End of Year Track Average: (75+67+81) ÷74,3
Student A has passed the Prep Class since the student has passed intermediate level successfully and their
overall average is above 65, so they do not need to take the FLAT.
Student B received the following grades:
TRACK I: Intermediate: 46
TRACK II. Intermediate: 61
TRACK III: Upper-Intermediate: 46 (no right to pass with track average as last track was not
completed successfully)
End of Year Track Average (46+61+46) ÷ 3 = 51
FLAT: 47
Overall Average: 49
Student B had to take the FLAT as they did not pass with track average. However, as the student did not get
the minimum grade necessary to pass (65), they did not pass the Prep Class successfully.
Student C received the following grades:
End of Year Track Average (62+65+61) ÷ 3= 62.6
Student C has passed the the Prep Class successfully with track average.
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EVALUATION EXAMPLES FOR STUDENTS ENROLLED IN THE DEPARTMENTS OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND
LITERATURE AND TRANSLATION AND INTERPRETATION
English Language and Literature Student D received the following grades:

TRACK II: Upper-Intermediate: 87
TRACK III: Advanced: 59 (as the student has not completed the last track successfully,
they cannot pass with track average)
End of Year Track Average: (92+87+59) ÷ 3 = 79.3
FLAT: 93
Overall Average: (79.3 x 0,6) + (93 x 0,4) = 84.8
Since the Student D has passed the intermediate level and the student’s end of year track average is above
65, the student D passes the Prep Class because of the track average and without taking the FLAT.
Translation and Interpretation Student E received the following grades:
TRACK III: Upper-Intermediate: 46 (Ineligible to pass with the current track average as the student failed
the track.)
End of Year Track Average: (46+61+46) ÷ 3 = 51
FLAT: 47
Overall Average: (51 x 0,6) + (47 x 0,4) = 49,4
The Student E is required to take FLAT as the student could not pass with the track average. However, the
student again fails the Prep Class as the minimum score requirement (65) in FLAT has not been met.
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Student F is enrolled in an English-medium program and received the following grades:
TRACK I: Pre-Intermediate: 62
TRACK III: Upper-Intermediate 61
End of Year Track Average: (62+65+61) ÷ 3= 62,6
The Student F has successfully completed the Prep Class with the track average.
Evaluation Examples for Students Enrolled in English Language and Literature and Translation and
Interpretation Programs
SAMPLE EVALUATION 7:
Student G is enrolled in the Department of English Language and Literature and has received the following
grades:
TRACK II: Upper- Intermediate: 75
TRACK III: Advanced: 59 (Ineligible to pass with the current track average as the student failed
the track.)
End of Year Track Average: (83+75+59) 72,372,3
FLAT: 85
Overall Average: (72,3 x 0,6) + (85 x 0,4) = 77,4
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The Student G has passed Prep Class since the student scored higher than the minimum grade requirement
(75) in the FLAT as well as since the student’s overall average is above 75.
SAMPLE EVALUATION 8:
Student H is enrolled in the Department of Translation and Interpreting and has received the following grades:
Track Average: (65+61+61) ÷= 62 (Required to take FLAT as the track average is below 65.)(Required to take
FLAT as the track average is below 65.)
FLAT: 75
Overall Average: (62 x 0,6) + (75 x 0,4) = 67
Although the Student H’s FLAT grade is 75, the student has failed Prep Class since the student’s overall average
is below 75.
FAILING STUDENTS
All failing students need to take the FLAT exam at the beginning of the
new academic year in the fall term. If they have the required passing
grade, they can start their departments after registering for their
courses.
ASSESSMENT PROCEDURES
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Students take four quizzes, a Midterm examination and a Final examination in each track. Midterm and Final
examinations are checked twice by two different instructors based on a rubric in order to ensure accuracy.
Instructors have no control over the final grades of the students. Students can learn all their exam results from
OBS.
PROFICIENCY EXAM (FLAT)
Each Yaşar University student takes the proficiency exam (FLAT) offered by SoFL. Students obtaining the
minimum required score or higher continue their education in their departments.
FLAT consists of written and oral sections which follow each other. The written section’s duration is 180 minutes
and consists of a Listening, a Use of English and vocabulary, a Reading and Writing section. Each section affects
the total score as follows:
PERCENTAGE
SECTION
Listening 20%
Use of English 20%
Reading 20%
Writing 20%
Speaking 20%
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The Speaking test consists of three parts. In the first part of the test, students are expected to answer some
questions about themselves. In the second part, they are asked to talk about the picture they randomly choose.
In the last part, they are expected to answer questions related to the picture they choose. Two instructors
proctor during the test and the test is recorded.
Students who receive the minimum scores from FLAT exam for their departments do not attend the Prep Class
and begin their studies in their departments.
Students who have received the minimum below-mentioned grades in exams offered by international
institutions within the last two calendar years are exempt from the Prep Class and may begin their courses in
their respective departments or programs on condition that they verify their status with official documents prior
to the commencement of the fall semester courses.
FLAT EQUIVALENCY TABLE FOR NATIONALLY AND INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED EXAMS
FLAT YDS/eYDS/YÖKDİL TOEFL IBT CAMBRIDGE ESOL
50 55 55 PET - C
55 60 58
60 65 61
65 70 65 FCE - C
70 75 70
75 80 75 CAE - C
80 85 80
85 90 85 CPE - C
90 95 90
95 100 95 CPE - B
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100 100 100
In an academic year, FLAT is offered four times; at the beginning, in the middle and at the end of the academic
year and also at the end of the summer school for students who register for summer school. FLAT exam dates
are announced at Yaşar University 2017-2018 Academic Calendar.
Students who have not exceeded the 80-hour absenteeism limit can sit for the FLAT during the semester break.
Students who have not exceeded the 160-hour absenteeism limit can sit for the FLAT at the end of the academic
year. Students who are successful in the FLAT in the middle of the academic year can begin their studies in their
departments in the Spring term or may give a petition to continue studying in the Prep Class waiving the rights
bestowed upon them by achieving the required scores in the FLAT. Students who willingly continue studying in
the Prep Class are not exempted from the June FLAT and are expected to get the scores required in order to
pass the Prep Class.
Students who cannot pass the FLAT at the beginning of the academic year join the Prep Class and sit for the
Placement Test. English medium students who get the scores between 50-64 and students of English Language
and Literature Department and Translation and Interpretation Department who get the scores 50 - 74 from FLAT
exam are exempt from Placement Test. These students do not sit for Placement Test. They start the Prep Class
directly in the highest level group (Intermediate).
NOTE: The right to make changes regarding the rules of the FLAT is reserved to the management of the School
of Foreign Languages Department.
Placement Test
Students who do not pass or sit for the proficiency exam sit for a Placement Test and are divided into three
levels, which are ALPHA (Elementary), BRAVO (Pre- Intermediate) and DELTA (Intermediate), according to their
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scores. Students who do not enter the Placement Test begin with the Elementary level. The date and the place
of the Placement Test is announced on the SoFL website.
English medium students who get the scores between 50-64 and students of English Language and Literature
Department and Translation and Interpretation Department who get the scores 50-74 from FLAT exam are
exempt from Placement Test. These students do not sit for Placement Test. They start the Prep Class directly in
the highest level group (Intermediate).
Students who get the scores between 0 - 49 from FLAT exam need to sit for the Placement Test.
Students who get the scores between 0 - 39 from FLAT exam sit for the Placement Test - A. Those students start
the Prep Class in Alpha (Elementary) or Bravo (Pre-Intermediate) level groups in accordance with the scores
they get from the Placement Test - A.
Students who get the scores 40 - 49 from FLAT exam sit for the Placement Test – B. Those students start the
Prep Class in Bravo (Pre-Intermediate) or Delta (Intermediate) level groups in accordance with the scores they
get from the Placement Test – B.
MOVE DOWN
If you are having difficulties in the level you have been placed, you are required to apply to the SoFL
Secretary’s Office by close of business on Wednesday of the first track for moving down your level. Late
applications will not be accepted.
MOVE UP
If the level you have been placed is easy for you, you are required to apply to the SoFL Secretary’s Office by
close of business on Wednesday of the first track for moving up your level. Final decision on your application is
made after the process of evaluation. Late applications will not be accepted.
SITTING FOR EXAMINATIONS THAT HAVE NOT BEEN TAKEN
Students who miss the Midterm, Final and FLAT can take those examinations on condition that they submit a
medical report for the day of the exam to the management of the SoFL in 5 working days following the end of
their reports. Dates, place and content of the examinations are announced by the Prep Class management. No
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reports or excuses are accepted for Placement Tests and Quizzes that are not taken and those exams are not
repeated.
STUDENT EVALUATION OF FACULTY PERFORMANCE
Every year, students regularly evaluate the Prep Class

through questionnaires. The purpose of these
questionnaires is to provide feedback on the overall
adequacy of Prep Class facilities, and the adequacy of the
staff and the system of education in the Prep Class.
Students’ evaluation of Faculty performance is critical in
helping to ensure the Prep Class successfully achieves its
Mission. The results are confidential and evaluated
annually. This forms an important part of the continual
review of operations undertaken by the Prep Class to
ensure the success of the program.
11. SCHOLARSHIPS
There are three types of scholarships offered by Yaşar University; Education Scholarship, Academic Success
Scholarship, Special Talent Scholarship. Prep Class students may apply for the scholarships or get more
information with Student Affairs.
12. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)
WHY DO I HAVE TO ATTEND ENGLISH C LASSES AND LEARN ENG LISH?
The medium of instruction in many departments at Yaşar University is English. When you start studying in your
department, the lectures are in English. In 30% English-medium departments thirty percent of the courses are
in English and you need to know English to be able to understand the lectures. More importantly, knowing
English makes you preferable compared to applicants who do not know English while looking for a job and also
provides many opportunities in your career.
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HOW CAN I PASS THE P REP CLASS?
You can pass the Prep Class in two ways:

In the first option, you can pass the Prep Class (See Passing the Prep Class Option 1 section) with your track
average only. Your final grade is determined by taking the average of your three track grades. As long as you
meet the minimum requirement for your department, you can pass the Prep Class. You don’t have to sit for the
FLAT exam. (See Passing the Prep Class Option 1 and example calculations in Assessment and Examinations
section)
For the second option, you can pass the Prep Class with both your track averages and the FLAT. In this option,
the final grade for the English Prep Class is determined by taking sixty percent of a student’s respective level
averages and forty percent of the FLAT exam at the end of the year. (See Passing the Prep Class Option 2 and
example calculations in Assessment and Examinations section).
TO PASS PREP CLASS, HOW MANY FLAT EXAMS CAN I TAKE?
You can take the FLAT 4 times. Any Prep Class student is eligible to sit for the FLAT offered at the beginning of
the academic year. Any Prep Class student who does not exceed 80 hour absenteeism can take the FLAT in the
middle of the academic year. Any Prep Class student who does not exceed 160 hour absenteeism can take FLAT
at the end of the academic year. Those who register for the Summer School and who do not exceed the limit of
absenteeism can take end of Summer School FLAT. If a student fails in all those exams mentioned above, he/she
can take the FLAT offered for new registered students at the beginning of the following academic year. This
stands as your last chance to take FLAT exam and if you fail the FLAT exam, you must repeat the Prep Class.
WHICH EXAMS ARE RECO GNIZED AS VALID TO P ASS THE PREP CLASS APART FROM FLAT EXAMINATION?
All exams recognized by OSYM are the recognized exams to be exempt from the Prep Class. Please refer to the
most recent chart of equivalence on official OSYM website.
WHAT IS THE LEVEL OF THE FLAT?
The FLAT is at the intermediate level.

DO I HAVE ANY OTHER CHANCES TO PASS PREP CLASS IF I FAIL THE FLAT AT THE END OF THE YEAR AND MY TRACK
AVERAGE İS NOT SUFFİCİENT TO PASS PREP C LASS?
Yes, you do. You can attend summer school. The Prep Class students attending summer school sit for the FLAT
exam at the end of summer school. Those not attending summer school (and students who fail the summer
school FLAT) can take the FLAT examination at the beginning of the new semester as a last resort.
IF I FAIL ANY TRACK, DOES IT MEAN THAT I HAVE TO ATTEND SUMMER SCHOOL?
No, you must only repeat that level in the following track. However, if you fail the last track, you forfeit the right
of passing the Prep Class with track averages. Repeating a level is a huge drawback especially for students who
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have started the Prep Class in the lowest level (Elementary) since students in this case lose the chance of
attending Intermediate level if they repeat a track. This constitutes a drawback for those students since FLAT
exam is at intermediate level. Passing each track reduces the risk of failure at the end of the academic year and
helps you to pass the Prep Class. If your track grade is between 55 and 59 and you have not exceeded 53
absences in a track, you also have the option to do the fast track and retake the final exam of that particular
track.
WHAT IS A “FAST TRAC K”?
A fast track is the week after a track when students who have failed can work with their academic advisor to
improve their English and take the final exam again. To take the fast track, you have to miss less than 53 classes
in a track and fail with a final grade between 55 and 59.
WHAT IS THE LIMIT OF ABSENTEEISM IN THE P REP CLASS? IF I EXC EED THE LIMIT OF ABSENTEEISM, DO I FAIL THE
PREP CLASS?
The limit of absenteeism for the year is 160 hours. Students who miss a class are considered absent for 1 class
hour. When you are marked 161 hours absent for the year, you can’t sit for FLAT exam at the end of the
academic year. If you fail due to non-attendance, you still have the option of attending summer school.
HOW DOES ABSENTEEISM AFFECT ME?
If you have more than 53 absences in one track, you cannot sit for the fast track or re-take the final. If you have
more than 80 absences in the Fall semester, you cannot take the FLAT in the middle of the academic year, and
if you have more than 160 absences for the year, you cannot take the FLAT at the end of the year.
CAN I GET ANY KIND OF HEALTH REPORT TO REDUCE ABSENTEEISM CAUSED BY ILLNESS?
No, only reports given by a medical committee are valid. This is a report signed by three doctors and one head
doctor. You should check with the Assistant to the Director of SoFL for further details. (Number: 570 98 00,
Office: Y541)
WHAT IS THE BENEFIT OF HAVING A HIGH TRACK AVERAGES?
You can pass the Prep Class in two ways, and the first option is to pass with getting track averages required for
the level without taking the FLAT. In the second option, you can pass the Prep Class with the average of FLAT
exam score and track averages. However, you may not get the score you wish from the FLAT exam for any
reason. In this case, having high track averages provides you an opportunity since 60 % of your overall average
is determined by your track average in the second option.
DOES MY TRACK AVERAG E HAVE TO BE 60 IN O RDER TO PASS THE PREP CLASS?
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60 is the minimum required score to pass any track. However, despite having a low track average at the end of
the academic year, students still have the chance to pass on condition that they achieve an overall year grade
higher than your department’s passing grade.
WHAT HAPPENS IF I AM LATE FOR THE CLASS?
In those cases you are not allowed to attend the class and are marked absent. In the Prep Class, punctuality is
one of the issues of great importance. Late comers are requested to wait outside of the classroom for the next
lesson with no attempt to enter. Starting times for each lesson stand for the times before which you need to
attend classes. You are advised to attend each class before starting time to avoid lowering hours of absenteeism.
IS IT POSSIBLE TO SP EAK WITH LECTURERS OUTSIDE LESSONS?
Yes. You can visit lecturers during their office hours. Office hours will be announced by lecturers and at School
of Foreign Languages website (ydy.yasar.edu.tr) at the start of each track.
WHAT HAPPENS IF I DON’T BRING MY CLASS M ATERIALS?
Lecturers reserve the right not to admit students without materials.

IS IT POSSIBLE FOR LECTURERS TO RECALCULATE MY AVERAGE IF I NEED TO I NCREASE IT?
No. Since all the parts of the Prep Class assessment are determined according to criteria agreed beforehand,
are lecturers obliged to apply those criteria. Therefore, it is not in their discretion to change students’
averages.
WHERE CAN I GET A ST UDENT IDENTITY CARD FROM?
Students can apply to Student Affairs Office for any kind of document.
HOW CAN I LEARN ABOUT ANNOUNCEMENTS, TIME AND PLACE OF EXAMS IN A TERM?
You can follow all the announcements regarding the Prep Class from School of Foreign Languages website
(ydy.yasar.edu.tr) under announcements.
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13. GLOSSARY
Alpha: Students placed in the Elementary level stream following the

Placement Test
Bravo: Students placed in the pre-intermediate level stream following the
Placement Test
Delta: Students placed in the intermediate level stream following
the Placement Test
IS Portfolio: Online performance works assigned by lecturers
Lecturer: Member of the faculty of Yaşar University School of Foreign
Languages
Final examination: The examination taken at the end of each track
FLAT: Foreign Language Achievement Test used in the Prep Class as a
proficiency
Integrated Skills: The course that aims learners to acquire and use the target
language by means of grammar, vocabulary, reading
comprehension, listening comprehension, speaking and writing.
Committee medical report: Medical report provided by at least three doctors and a head
doctor from a hospital
Copy Center: Facility for copying materials and purchasing stationery on campus
Prep Class: Yaşar University School of Foreign Languages English Prep Class
Mid-term examination: Exam held in the 6th week of every track to assess progress (which
counts towards the final track grade)
Mission: The Mission Statement of the Prep Class
Office hours: The hours that EFL Instructors are available to advise students
Quiz: Weekly quiz in various skills (e.g. reading, listening) to assess
progress (which counts towards the final track grade)
Senate: Senate of Yaşar University
University: Yaşar University
SoFL: Yaşar University School of Foreign Languages
Summer school: Approximately 7-week course during summer break culminating in
a FLAT examination
Track: Period of (generally) minimum 10 weeks’ instruction at a specified
level (e.g. elementary, advanced) culminating in a final exam
YÖK: Turkish Higher Education Council
Integrated skills: Core Prep Class curriculum lessons involving the presentation,
practice and production of the target language through speaking,
listening, reading and writing
Medical report: A report given by any doctor from any public or private hospital or
government clinic that shows that a student was unable to sit for
an exam due to a health problem
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14. ANNEXES
ANNEX 1 – Registration Policy
ANNEX 2 – Student Disciplinary Policy and Procedures
ANNEX 3 – Student Complaints Policy and Procedures
ANNEX 4 – Student Complaint Form
ANNEX 5 – Grade Appeal Policy and Procedures
ANNEX 6 – Grade Appeal Form and Level Change Form
ANNEX 7 – School of Foreign Languages Faculty Members
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ANNEX 1
YAŞAR UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF FOREIGN LANGUAGES
ENGLISH PREPARATORY CLASS
REGISTRATION POLICY
Candidates who are eligible to register at Yaşar University are responsible for registering between the dates declared
by the Rectorate. Those who do not register during this period without a valid excuse will lose their right to be
admitted. Students whose documents are missing, fake or distorted shall not be permitted to register.
Students register for the classes after paying their tuition fees declared on the official website of the University. It is
students' own responsibility to register in person.
Tuition and registration fees for the upcoming

academic year are determined annually by the
Board of Trustees and are announced on the
official website of the University. Students
must pay their tuition and registration fees on
the dates posted in the academic calendar. The
tuition fee is paid in two installments; at the
beginning of the Fall semester and before
Spring semester. The exact dates for the
payment are included in the Academic
Calendar. Fees can be paid into any Garanti
Bank branch. Students who fail to pay their
fees on the posted dates cannot register for
the Prep Class and are not allowed to take the
courses and examinations. In the event that students who have not paid their fees or a part thereof take any
examination, the result is counted as invalid. The Board of Trustees reserves the right to make decisions about
particular cases with the exception of the conditions mentioned above.
Any student registering for one of the programs offered by the University is subject to the regulations of the Prep
Class. Registered students shall take the FLAT (Foreign Language Achievement Test) prepared and administered by
the Prep Class at the beginning of the academic year.
The Prep Class tuition fees are paid in one or two installments which are paid at the beginning of the year or Fall and
Spring semesters. Students who do not register during the registration days indicated on the academic calendar
cannot attend the classes.
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Refunds
Associate, undergraduate and graduate students studying in the Prep Class may claim deferment providing that they
have a justified case. Applications for deferral are made in written and submitted to the students’ respective
departments. Students on leave are also required to pay their tuition fee. Students who qualify for and take leave of
absence may enroll and take the FLAT examination administered at the beginning of the following academic year
along with the new students. Deferral time is not regarded as within the education period.
Deferring Enrollment
Associate, undergraduate and graduate students studying in the Prep Class may claim deferment providing that they
have a justified case. Applications for deferral are made in written and submitted to the students’ respective
departments. Students on leave are also required to pay their tuition fee. Students who qualify for and take leave of
absence may enroll and take the FLAT examination administered at the beginning of the following academic year
along with the new students. Deferral time is not regarded as within the education period.
Withdrawal
Maximum period of study for English Prep Class is two years. Semester that student does not register is included in
period of study. Not being able to complete Prep Class successfully will result in withdrawal. Students will not be able
to continue their education under the circumstances below if the student:
1. is subject to a dismissal punishment from his/her higher education institution.

2. withdraws voluntarily from the department.
Those who wish to withdraw voluntarily are required to apply to Student Affairs.
Late admission
Students register for the semester after they pay the tuition fee during the period shown in the academic calendar.
The students are responsible for their own registration unless they have an acceptable excuse.
Unregistered individuals in classes
No one can attend Prep Class courses unless their names appear on the class lists. If such persons are present in a
class, lecturers will refer them to the Assistant to the Director of SoFL.
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ANNEX 2
STUDENT DISCIPLINARY POLICY & PROCEDURES
The Prep Class Disciplinary Policy takes Higher Education Act no: 2547 article 54 as the basis for its disciplinary
regulations and procedures. According to this Act:
To those students whose behavior on the premises or otherwise is incompatible with the character and dignity of
higher education students; who directly or indirectly restrict the freedom of learning and teaching; who violate the
peace and order of institutions; who participate in actions such as boycotts, occupations and obstructions; who
encourage and provoke such actions; who assault the person, the honor and the dignity of the personnel of higher
education institutions; who behave disrespectfully; and who participate in anarchic or ideological actions or
encourage and provoke such actions, penalties will be given including warning, reprimand, suspension for a period
between one week and one month, or for one or two semesters or expulsion from higher education institutions,
even though such conduct involves another offence.
The Faculty Dean, the Graduate School or school of Higher Education Director is authorized to investigate disciplinary
violations by students on or off the premises of a Faculty, or of a Graduate School, or of a School of Higher Education,
and directly to mete out the appropriate punishment or to refer the case to the disciplinary committee.
The procedure for disciplinary investigation is to be commenced as soon as the incident is made known, and the
investigation is to be concluded within fifteen days at most.
A student who is under investigation has the right of oral or written defense. A student who does not make his/her
defense within the allocated period is assumed to have renounced this right.
A student is notified of disciplinary action in writing. The case is reported both to the organization from which (s) he
receives a scholarship or grant and also to the Council of Higher Education. The student has the right to appeal to the
University Administrative Board within 15 days for reconsideration of the decision concerning expulsion from a higher
education institution. Penalties are entered into a student's official records.
During the procedures to be carried out in accordance with this Article, notification can, if deemed necessary, be
made to the student by public notice at his/her own higher education institution.
A decision to expel a student from a higher education institution is reported to all higher education institutions, to
the Council of Higher Education, to security authorities and to the relevant draft office. Students who have been
expelled from a higher education institution for disciplinary reasons are not eligible for admission to any higher
education institution.
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ANNEX 3
STUDENT COMPLAINTS POLICY & PROCEDURE
1 Introduction
1.1 The Student Complaints Policy & Procedure covers complaints against any academic or non-academic
University services and can be used by any student who is not satisfied with any University service.
1.2 Most complaints can be resolved informally with the people directly involved. However, when this is not
possible, students are encouraged to follow these procedures to make a formal complaint.
2 Scope
2.1 This procedure applies to all students of the Prep Class
3 Definitions
3.1 Words and phrases in this document shall have the following meanings:
Complaint : Written complaint made in accordance with this policy
Complainant : A student who makes a complaint
Prep Class : Yaşar University School of Foreign Languages English Preparatory Class
Procedure : Student Complaints Procedure
SoFL : Yaşar University School of Foreign Languages
Student : Prep Class student
Student Complaint Form: : a complaint form to be filled in by student to express complaints in writing.
University : Yaşar University
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4 Principles
a. The Prep Class fully supports the rights of its students to express complaints about anything related to
University services.
b. The Prep Class encourages students and all the parties involved in the complaint to resolve matters
informally.
c. In the event that complaints cannot be resolved informally, the matters should be resolved formally in
accordance with this policy. All students shall be made aware of this policy.
d. The Director of SoFL is responsible for ensuring that the resolution is consistent, fair, objective and
transparent.
5 Procedures
Stage 1
5.1 Any Prep Class student who wishes to make a formal complaint under this policy is required to complete a
Student Complaint Form available in the Student Handbook.
5.2 In the Student Complaint Form, the student must outline his/her complaint, explain what has been done to
try to resolve the complaint informally, why he/she is still not satisfied with the outcome, and what the expected
outcome is.
5.3 The form shall be submitted to the director of SoFL as soon as reasonably possible.
5.4 Where individual applicants state complaints about the same issue or a substantively similar issue, those
complaints shall be dealt with separately.
Stage 2
5.5 Upon receipt of a completed Student Complaints Form, the Director of SoFL shall investigate the matters
raised. The investigation shall be pursued promptly and completed as soon as is feasible.
5.6 The Director of SoFL shall invite the complainant and the persons involved in the complaint to attend a
meeting to discuss the matters arising from the investigation.
5.7 The complainant may be accompanied at this meeting by a friend in the Prep Class or University. This person
may speak on behalf of the complainant student if the student requests it.
5.8 The Director of SoFL shall make a decision on what action to take in respect of the complaint as soon as
feasible following the meeting.
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5.9 The meeting and its outcome shall be documented and a copy provided to the complainant. The
complainant has the right to appeal if he/she is not content with the decision made or action proposed.
Stage 3
5.10 If the complainant is not content with the decision made or action proposed by the Director of SoFL, the
complainant shall write to the Director of SoFL setting out the grounds for an appeal without undue delay and in any
event not later than 7 days from the date of the decision.
5.11 Upon receipt of written grounds for an appeal, the Director of SoFL shall refer the matter to the SoFL Executive
Board.
5.12 The Executive Board shall invite the complainant to a meeting to discuss the appeal as soon as feasible
following the referral of the matter.
5.13 The complainant may be accompanied at this meeting by a friend in the Prep Class or University. This person
may speak on behalf of the complainant student if the student requests it.
5.14 A full record shall be made of the meeting and a copy provided to the complainant.
5.15 A decision on the appeal shall be made without undue delay and communicated in writing promptly to the
parties involved. The decision shall be final within school.
6. Confidentiality
All discussions and documents relating to a complaint and its resolution shall be treated in strict confidence. Any
breach of these provisions by any party shall be treated as a disciplinary matter and dealt with accordingly.
7. Approval and Review Of This Policy
7.1. This Student Complaints Policy and Procedure document has been approved by the Board of SoFL.
7.2 This policy and procedure document will be reviewed annually as part of the Prep Class Annual Review.
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ANNEX 4
Student Complaint Form
1- Details of the Complainant
Name & Surname: ____________________________________
Student Number: ____________________________________
Class :____________________________________
2- Complaint
I would like to make a complaint about ____________________________________________
(State the general nature of your complaint)
3- Complaint Details
Please provide specific details of what your complaint is about, when the matter occurred, why you weren't satisfied
with any informal resolution proposed and what your expected outcome is. Please provide as much detail as possible.
If necessary, you may attach extra pages to this form.
______________________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________
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4- Authorization
I hereby authorize Yaşar University School of Foreign Languages English Preparatory Class to investigate my
complaint.
Signature:Date:
Office use only
5- Complaint Action
Complaint received by:
Date:
Complaint addressed by:
Complaint circulated to:
Meeting date and attendees (if applicable):
Comments:
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
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6- Complaint Outcome
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
7- Authorization
This complaint process has been finalized and all the parties involved have been informed in writing of the outcome,
including their right to appeal the decision.
Signature of the Director:
Date:
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ANNEX 5
ENGLISH PREPRATORY CLASS
GRADE APPEAL POLICY & PROCEDURE
1 Introduction
1.1 The Grade Appeal Policy and Procedure covers complaints against grades and can be used by any student
who studies at the Prep Class.
1.2 Prep Class students are allowed to appeal only their Mid-term, Final, Placement/ Proficiency Test and
portfolio results. Appeals against quiz results are resolved informally.
2 Scope
2.1 This Procedure applies to all students of the Prep Class.
3 Definitions
3.1 Words and phrases in this document shall have the following meanings:
Assistant to the Director: Assistant to the Director of SoFL
Copy Center: Prep Class Copy Center
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EFL Instructors: English Language Instructors at the Prep Class
Faculty: Prep Class Faculty
Final: Prep Class Final examination
FLAT: Prep Class Foreign Language Achievement Test
FLAT retake: the FLAT which students can sit in the event that they score between
45-49 although they are required to score a minimum grade of 50;
60-64 although they are required to score a minimum grade of 65;
70-74 although they are required to score a minimum grade of 75.
Grade Appeal: written grade appeal made in accordance with this policy
Grade Appeal Form: a form filled by a student to appeal his/her grade
Mid-term: Prep Class Mid-term examination
Placement Test: Prep Class Placement examination
Policy: this Grade Appeal Policy and Procedure
Portfolio: Prep Class student portfolio written in writing lessons by students
Prep Class: Yaşar University School of Foreign Languages English Preparatory Class
Proficiency Test: Prep Class Proficiency examination
Quiz: Prep Class quizzes
SoFL: School of Foreign Languages
Student: Prep Class student
Student Handbook: Prep Class Student Handbook
Testing&Assessment Office: Prep Class Testing and Assessment Office
4 Principles
4.1 Grading criteria and/or answer keys are provided to the EFL instructors by the Testing and Assessment Office
for all appropriate quizzes and examinations.
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4.2 The Prep Class encourages Students and Faculty to resolve questions about grades informally. Making a
formal grade appeal is a last resort.
4.3 Students cannot appeal quiz results. Quiz papers are made available for students after the results are
announced. Students have the opportunity to check their progress and how they are evaluated. It is at the discretion
of the respective EFL instructor to decide whether there has been any error or miscalculation and how to rectify it.
4.4 Students may appeal Mid-term, Final, Placement and Proficiency Test results only. The multiple-choice
sections of all papers are graded using an automated grading system. The writing section of any examination is
graded by two different EFL Instructors chosen randomly among the Faculty. The final mark is calculated as the
average of both graders’ marks.
4.5 The director of the SoFL is responsible for ensuring that the resolution of any Grade Appeal is consistent,
fair, objective and transparent.
5 Procedures
5.1 Any student wishing to appeal his/her grade under this Policy is required to complete a Grade Appeal Form
available in the Student Handbook and the Copy Center.
5.2 In the Grade Appeal Form, students must clearly state which test grade he/she is appealing, including the
examination date.
5.3 The Grade Appeal Form shall be submitted to the Assistant to the Director within seven days following the
announcement of the grade.
5.4 Upon receipt of a completed Grade Appeal Form, the Assistant to the Director shall circulate it to the Director
of SoFL.
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5.5 The Director of SoFL shall examine the exam paper(s) in question to check if there is any grading error and
what grade changes may be necessary. The decision of the director is final.
5.6 The outcome shall be documented and a copy will be given to the Student within five working days after the
submission of the Grade Appeal Form.
6 Confidentiality
6.1 All discussions and documents relating to a Grade Appeal and its outcome shall be treated in strict
confidence. Any breach of these provisions by any party shall be treated as a disciplinary matter and dealt with
accordingly.
7 Approval and review of this policy
7.1 This Grade Appeal Policy and Procedure document has been approved by the Board of SoFL.
7.2 This policy and procedure will be reviewed annually as part of the Prep Class Annual Review.
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ANNEX 6
GRADE APPEAL FORM
PERSONAL INFORMATION (PLEASE PRINT and FILL IN MANUALLY)
Name & Surname ______________________________
Student Number _______________________________
Class _________________________________________
I am appealing:
□ Midterm Sınavı □ Final Sınavı □ FT Final Sınavı □ FLAT Sınavı
□ IS Portfolio □ W Portfolio □ Reading Quiz □ Listening Quiz
Academic semester: □ Fall □ Spring □ Summer Track: _____ Year: ________
Date of Grade’s Release: ________________ Grade Received: ________
Student Signature: ______________________ Date: _____________________
□ I require an incoming registration number for the FLAT.
Office use only
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Appeal Form received by:
Date:
Appeal Form Addressed by:
Meeting Date and Attendees (if applicable):
Appeal Outcome:
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
Final Grade: _____________________
This complaint process has been finalized and all the parties involved have been informed in writing of the
outcome.
Signature of the Director: Date:
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ENGLISH PREP CLASS
LEVEL CHANGE FORM
(PLEASE FILL IN MANUALLY AND WITH CAPITAL LETTERS)
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name & Surname : _________________________________________
Student Number : _________________________________________
Class : _________________________________________
The Change I Request:
□ I would like to switch to a lower level □ I would like to switch to a higher level
(I find my current level too difficult). (I find my current level too easy).
My Current Level:
□ Elementary □ Pre-Intermediate □ Intermediate
The Level I Would Like to Switch to:
□ Elementary □ Pre-Intermediate □ Intermediate
The Grade I got from the FLAT : _________________
The Placement Test I Attended : □A □B The Grade I Received: _________________
Student’s Signature : _________________ Date: _________________
For Office Use Only
Level Change Form Received by :

Level Change Form Evaluated by :
Date of Evaluation :
Consulted Instructors:
1. Name & Surname Signature
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_____________________ _____________________
2. Name & Surname Signature
_____________________ _____________________
Outcome
______________________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________
______________
This request has been finalized and all the parties involved have been informed in writing of the outcome.
Director of the School of Foreign Languages

Signature:
Date:
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ANNEX 7
YAŞAR UNIVERSITY
SCHOOL OF FOREIGN LANGUAGES
FULL-TIME ACADEMIC S TAFF
2016-2017
NAME POSITION EDUCATION
1. Aylin Atacan Director of School of Foreign Languages IDLTM, School for International Training, USA
M.A., EGE UNIVERSITY
B.A., HACETTEPE UNIVERSITY
2. Ian Collins Administrative Assistant Director of School M.A., Bath University, UK

of Foreign Languages
M.A., Cambridge University, UK
B.A., Cambridge University, UK
3. Demet Sarıkaya Administrative Assistant Director of School M.A., Yasar University

of Foreign Languages
B.A., Ege University
4. Burcu Tüğen Prep Class Coordinator SIT TESOL Teacher Trainer, School for International Training, USA
M.A., Ege University
B.A., Hacettepe University
5. Ahmet Egemen Tanık Language Instructor (English) B.A., Çanakkale 18 Mart University
6. Ana Rossetti Language Instructor (English) M.A., California State University San Bernardino, ABD
7. Aslı Kır Language Instructor (English) IDLTM, School for International Training, USA
M.A., University of Essex, UK
B.A., Atılım University
8. Aylin Altınbulak Language Instructor (English) B.A., Bilkent University
9. Banu Kocabıyık Demir Language Instructor (English) M.A., Ege University

10. Banu Özkaya Language Instructor (English) IDLTM, School for International Training, USA
M.A., University of Windsor, Canada
B.A., Selçuk University
11. Bensu Tınaz Language Instructor (English) B.A., Ege University
12. Berrin Alpınar Language Instructor (English) M.A., Ege University

B.A., Anadolu University
13. Betül Doğdu Language Instructor (English) MBA., Yaşar University

14. Betül Kahyaoğlu Language Instructor (English) M.A., Yaşar University

15. Betül Tunçyürek Doğan Language Instructor (English) M.A., Dokuz Eylül University (ongoing)
B.A., Boğaziçi University
16. Bilal Tekin Language Instructor (English) M.A., Yaşar University (ongoing)
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B.A., Yaşar University
17. Bilge Seyhan Akmercanoğlu Language Instructor (Italian) M.A., İzmir Ekonomi University
B.A., Ankara University
18. Blair Tweddle Language Instructor (English) B.A., University of Western Ontario, Canada
19. Brittany A. Kastrati Language Instructor (English) M.A., The University of Findlay, USA
M.A., Bowling Green State University, USA
B.A., Bowling Green State University, USA
20. Buğra Çiftçi Language Instructor (English) M.A., Dokuz Eylül University (ongoing)
B.A., Middle East Technical University
21. Buket Acargil Hepgünay Language Instructor (English) M.A., Yaşar University (ongoing)
22. Burak Aydın Language Instructor (English) M.A., Dokuz Eylül University University (ongoing)
23. Burcu Ulusoy Özkeçeci Language Instructor (English) B.A., Ege University
24. Ceren Kuşdemir Özbilek Language Instructor (English) , Ph.D, Ege University (ongoing)
25. Cüneyt Gaffaroğlu Language Instructor (English) MBA., Yaşar University

B.A., Atatürk University
26. Demet Orhan Ataman Language Instructor (English) B.A., Ege University
27. Derya Bademkıran Language Instructor (English) M.A., Yaşar University

B.A., Çankaya University
28. Dilek Arca Language Instructor (English) M.SC., Orta Doğu Teknik University
29. Duygu Nurdan Akyürek Language Instructor (English) B.A., Ege University
30. Ekin Veral Language Instructor (English) B.A., Ege Universit
31. Eyüp Karaca Language Instructor (English) M.A., Florida Atlantic University, USA
B.A., Hunter College, City University of New York, USA
32. Fatma Hüsmenoğlu Language Instructor (English) M.A., Dokuz Eylül University (ongoing)
33. Filiz Pars Uçağı Language Instructor (German) M.A., Ege University (ongoing)
B.A., Dokuz Eylül University
34. Gamze Heper Hısım Language Instructor (English) M.A., Yaşar University
B.A., Boğaziçi University
35. Geeta Thapa Language Instructor (English) B.A., Carleton University, Canada
36. Gizem Özgirgin Language Instructor (English) M.A., Yaşar University

37. Gülce Gören Language Instructor (English) Ph.D, Ege University (ongoing)
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M.A., University of Edinburgh, UK
38. Güliz Özgürel Language Instructor (English) M.A., University of Reading, UK

39. Güven Kayhan Language Instructor (English) Ph.D, Ege University (ongoing)
M.A., Dokuz Eylül University

B.A., Mersin University
40. Hande Armağan Language Instructor (English) B.A., Dokuz Eylül University
41. Hande Kefeli Çalık Language Instructor (English) SIT TESOL Teacher Trainer, School for International Training, USA
M.A., Orta Doğu Teknik University
B.Sc., Bilkent University
42. H. Hasret İbil Ceylan Language Instructor (English) M.A., Ege University
43. Huriye Jale Güneş Coşardemir Language Instructor (English) M.A., Dokuz Eylül University
44. İlhan Şanal Language Instructor (English) M.A., Mersin University

45. İlknur Ersoy Güler Language Instructor (English) MBA., Yaşar University (ongoing)
46. İpek Tanık Language Instructor (English) M.A., Ege University (ongoing)
47. Jennifer Delp Çelik Language Instructor (English) B.A., Ege University
48. Jennifer Johnson-Onay Language Instructor (Japanese) M.A., University of Sheffield, UK

B.A., Ohio State University, USA
49. John Thompson Language Instructor (English) B.A., Caledonian University, UK
50. Kaitlin Michelle Griswold Language Instructor (English) M.A., Teachers College, Columbia University, USA
B.A., The George Washington University, USA
51. Kazım Olgun Language Instructor (English) MBA., Yaşar University (ongoing)
52. Laura Boveroux Language Instructor (French) M.A., Institut libre Marie Haps (ILMH), Belgium
B.A., Institut libre Marie Haps (ILMH), Belgium
53. Lisa Hanae Otani Language Instructor (English) M.A., Central Michigan University, USA
B.A., Central Michigan University, USA
54. Lynette I. Sprott Language Instructor (English) M.A., University of Southern Queensland, Australia
B.A., University of Southern Queensland, Australia
55. Marzia Busan Language Instructor (Italian) M.A., Italy

B.A., University of Trieste, Italy
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56. Merve Sarıkaya Bacaksız Language Instructor (English) MBA., University Of Wales Institute, UK
B.A., Istanbul University
57. Michelle Rajotte Language Instructor (English) M.A., Rhode Island College, USA
B.Sc., Connecticut State University, USA
58. Mine Özge Zure Language Instructor (English) PH.D, Ege University (ongoing)
M.A., Süleyman Demirel University
59. Nathaniel Davis Language Instructor (English) Ph.D, Southern Illinois University, USA
M.A., American Military University, USA
B.A., Excelsior College, USA
60. Nazlı Tunç Aslan Language Instructor (English) M.A., Dokuz Eylül University (ongoing)
61. Necati Keskin Language Instructor (English) MBA., Yaşar University

B.A., Dicle University
62. Nedim Düzyazan Language Instructor (English) B.A., Dokuz Eylül University
63. Nur Hazal Koçhan Language Instructor (English) M.A., Ege University
64. Özge Deliorman Köroğlu Language Instructor (English) MBA., Yaşar University
B.A., Selçuk University
65. Özlem Devrim Language Instructor (English) M.A., Ege University (ongoing)
66. Paula Cristina N. Fiadeiro Language Instructor (Portuguese & French) Ph.D, University of Aveiro, Portugal
M.A., University of Provence, France
B.A., University of Aveiro, Portugal
67. Saliha Akgün Language Instructor (English) M.A., Ege University

68. Seçil Çalışır Language Instructor (English) B.A., Selçuk University
69. Sedef Kabasakal Language Instructor (English) M.A., Çankaya University

B.A., Çankaya University
70. Sefa Kırlı Language Instructor (English) B.A., Dokuz Eylül University
71. Sevil Özçelik Language Instructor (English) M.A., Dokuz Eylül University
72. Sinem Güral Language Instructor (English) M.A., Ege University (ongoing)
73. Songül Tömek Language Instructor (English) M.A., Ege University

74. Ş. Ünsal Songün Language Instructor (English) MBA., Dokuz Eylül University (ongoing)
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75. Şebnem Kartal Büyüközer Language Instructor (English) MBA., Yaşar University
76. Tuğba Polatcan Language Instructor (English) M.A., Clark University, USA
B.A., Erciyes University
77. Yasemin Demir Özgün Language Instructor (Spanish) Ph.D, Ankara University
M.A., Ankara University
B.A., Ankara University
78. Zaloa Zabala Incharruaga Language Instructor (Spanish) Ph.D, University of Deusto, Spain
M.A., University of Deusto, Spain
B.A., University of Deusto, Spain
79. Zeynep Mısırcı Language Instructor (English) M.A., Yaşar University (ongoing)
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Yaşar University School of Foreign Languages
Üniversite Caddesi, No:37-39, Ağaçlıyol
Bornova, 35100, İzmir
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YAŞAR UNIVERSITY

SCHOOL OF FOREIGN LANGUAGES

We have determined the content of the handbook considering the questions

School of Foreign Languages

1. The Mission & Teaching Philosophy of the Prep Class 5

2. Prep Class Organizational Structure 6

5. Student Services and Facilities 9

 Library and Information Center 10

 Co-curricular Activities Organized by the Prep Class 12

 OBS (Yaşar University Student Information System) 12

 Prep Class Student Forum 13

 Psychological Counseling and Guidance Center 14

 Disabled Students Counselling Centre 15

 Regulations about International Students 16

 Where To Go / Who To Ask 18

 Meeting with the Director of SoFL 18

6. Student Rights and Responsibilities 19

 Code of Student Conduct 19

 Expectations from Students 20

7. General Policies and Procedures 25

 Admissions & Registration 25

 Equal Opportunities Policy 25

 Substance Abuse Policy 26

 Listening & Speaking 28

 Integrated Skills Portfolio 29

 Cancellation of Classes due to Extraordinary Circumstances 30

9. Assessment and Examinations 31

 Passing the Prep Class 32

 Track Based Assessment Templates 34

 Evaluation Examples for Students Enrolled in English Medium 37

 Evaluation Examples for Students Enrolled In English Language and 39

 Proficiency Examination (FLAT) 40

 Sitting for Examinations That Have Not Been Taken 43

10. Student Evaluation of Faculty Performance 43

12. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) 44

Annex 1 – Registration Policy 50

Annex 4 – Student Complaint Form 56

Academic Prep Class Administrative

English for Modern

Student Student Conference

Continuing Professional Material Development Testing and Curriculum

A – Rectorate/Art Gallery/Conference Hall S – Information Center (Library)

CLASSES BEGIN 01.10.2018

CLASSES BEGIN 24.12.2018

CLASSES BEGIN 01.04.2019

CLASSES BEGIN 08.07.2019

*FOREIGN LANGUAGE ACHIEVEMENT TEST

LIBRARY AND INFORMATION CENTER

Working Hours: During the educational season, on weekdays 08:00-22:00

During the semester break and summer holiday, on weekdays 08:00-17:30

STUDENT ACTIVITIES ORGANIZED BY THE PREP CLASS

OBS (PREP CLASS STUDENT INFORMATION SYSTEM)

PREP CLASS STUDENT FORUM

PSYCHOLOGICAL COUNSE LING AND GUIDANCE CE NTER

DISABLED STUDENTS CO UNSELING CENTRE

CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THE INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE:

Y Building, 1st Floor

CONTACT INFORMATION FOR THE EUROPEAN UNI ON RESEARCH CENTER:

Problem Where to go- who to ask Room Extension