Double Major

The Double Major Program allows students to earn a second bachelor's degree in a different field alongside their own major program. Upon graduation, students thus hold two separate bachelor's degrees.

Application Period

• Detailed information regarding applications is available at https://oidb.gidatarim.edu.tr/ and https://www.gidatarim.edu.tr/yonetmelikler-ve-yonergeler.

Application Requirements

• Completion of all courses required up to the point of application,
• A minimum grade of C-, D, or higher in these courses,
• An S grade in courses that are not graded with a letter grade,
• A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00,
• Ranking within the top 20% in the success ranking of the student's enrolled class.
• Students who do not rank within the top 20% may apply if they hold the minimum admission score required for the program they wish to pursue as a double major, for the relevant year.
• For applications to programs that require a success ranking, the success ranking condition determined by the Council of Higher Education (YÖK) must be met.

Departments Available for Double Major

• Molecular Biology and Genetics
• Plant Production and Technologies
• Psychology
• Management Information Systems

Graduation and Diploma

Students who successfully complete the Double Major Program are awarded two separate bachelor's degrees.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is the difference between a double major and a minor?
   A double major program enables students to earn a second bachelor's degree. In a minor program, students receive only a certificate in an additional field.
2. How are applications made to the double major program?
   Applications are submitted through the Office of Student Affairs within the announced academic calendar.
3. How are double major courses selected?
   Students are responsible for the compulsory and elective courses listed in the course plan of the department in which they are pursuing a double major. Course selection is made at the beginning of each semester with the approval of the academic advisor.
4. How long does it take to complete the double major program?
   The duration may vary depending on the student's course load in the major program and the intensity of courses in the double major program. In general, students' study periods may be extended by 1–2 semesters.
5. How is the double major indicated on the diploma?
   Students who successfully complete the double major are awarded two separate bachelor's degrees. One diploma belongs to the major program, and the other to the double major program.