Master of Science in Emergency and Disaster Management
The Master of Science in Emergency and Disaster Management program is a master's program designed for students who want to gain expertise in managing the destruction and losses caused by today's increasing disaster risks and natural disasters.
This program offers in-depth training in disaster management, risk management, crisis management, human behavior, communication, planning, management and organization, emergency response techniques, search and rescue, fire safety, building design, civil defense, international assistance and many more.
The program allows students to develop their theoretical and practical skills. While students address disaster and emergency scenarios that they may encounter in real-world scenarios, they receive feedback from their instructors and the organizations they collaborate with.
In the program, students are provided with the opportunity to meet with professionals working in the field of disaster and emergency management, as well as risk management, crisis management, leadership and organizational skills. Thanks to these opportunities, students have the opportunity to create a wide professional network that will be a great advantage in their career advancement.
The Master of Science in Emergency and Disaster Management program is an ideal option for individuals who feel responsible towards all societies facing disasters. Students who complete this program can pursue careers in disaster management and emergency management. Furthermore, even if students do not want to work in this field, they can work in many areas where they can effectively lead in dealing with emergencies thanks to the skills they gain throughout the program.
Upon completion of a Master of Science in Emergency and Disaster Management program, the degree earned is typically referred to as a "Master of Science" or "Masters." The degree name may vary depending on the exact program name and the institution offering the degree. However, most universities or institutions of higher education grant a masters or masters degree for this type of program.
The Master of Science in Emergency and Disaster Management program is a master's degree program designed for students who want to specialize in disaster and emergency management. This program teaches the knowledge, skills and strategies required to prepare for, manage and respond to disasters and emergencies.
The goal of the program is to provide students with the knowledge, skills and equipment to assume leadership roles in disaster and emergency management. The program provides students with comprehensive training in topics such as disaster management, emergency response, risk analysis, crisis communication, human resources management and resource allocation.
The program's courses include topics such as disaster and emergency management policies, crisis management, risk analysis, crisis communication, humanitarian aid, disaster psychology, emergency preparedness and management, leadership and management skills, emergency training and disaster management planning.
This program offers job opportunities in many organizations operating in the field of disaster and emergency management, such as public institutions, non-governmental organizations, the private sector and international organizations. Program graduates can specialize in disaster and emergency management, crisis management, risk analysis, crisis communication, human resources management and resource allocation.
One of the main objectives of the "Emergency and Disaster Management Master's" program is to develop students' knowledge and skills in the field of emergency and disaster management. In line with this purpose, the program competencies (gains) can be listed as follows:
To have theoretical knowledge about emergency and disaster management and to be able to follow current developments in these subjects.
To understand the disaster management process and to be able to apply crisis management techniques.
To be able to create and implement emergency and disaster management plans.
To be able to evaluate the preparedness level of the society for emergency and disasters and to develop training programs in this field.
To develop communication skills and to be able to apply effective communication strategies in the emergency and disaster management process.
To be able to determine and apply crisis communication strategies in the emergency and disaster management process.
To be able to cooperate and coordinate between non-governmental organizations, public institutions and the private sector in the emergency and disaster management process.
To be able to follow and implement national and international legislation and regulations in the field of emergency and disaster management.
To be able to manage rescue, aid and rehabilitation activities in the post-disaster period.
To be able to respect human rights and adhere to ethical values in the emergency and disaster management process.
These program qualifications aim to develop students' knowledge, skills and competencies in the field of emergency and disaster management.
The Master of Science in Emergency and Disaster Management program provides students with theoretical and practical knowledge about emergency and disaster management, offering them the opportunity to specialize in this field. Graduates of this program can have job opportunities in various sectors, including government agencies, municipalities, non-governmental organizations and the private sector.
Graduates can work in disaster management centers, emergency coordination centers, municipal emergency units, emergency management units in government institutions, humanitarian organizations and emergency and crisis management units in the private sector.
In addition, graduates who want to pursue an academic career can work as lecturers in universities.
| Course Code | 1. PERIOD | AKTS | CREDIT | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MEDM101 | Risk Management in Disasters I | 5 | 0 | Compulsory |
| MEDM102 | Occupational Health and Safety | 5 | 0 | Compulsory |
| MEDM103 | Social Services in Disasters | 5 | 0 | Compulsory |
| SRT801 | Scientific Research Techniques and Publication Ethics | 5 | 0 | Compulsory |
| Course Code | 2. PERIOD | AKTS | CREDIT | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MEDM201 | Risk Management in Disasters II | 5 | 0 | Compulsory |
| MEDM202 | Public Health in Disasters | 5 | 0 | Compulsory |
| MEDM203 | Emergency Management | 5 | 0 | Compulsory |
| MEDM204 | Disaster Management and Ethics | 5 | 0 | Compulsory |
| ZMA390 | Postgraduate Seminar | 20 | 0 | Compulsory |
| Course Code | 3. PERIOD | AKTS | CREDIT | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZMA391 | Master's Thesis Proposal | 0 | 0 | Compulsory |
| ZMA392 | Specialization Field Course | 0 | 0 | Compulsory |
| ZMT399 | (TR) Turkish Master's Thesis | 30 | 0 | Compulsory |
| Course Code | 4. PERIOD | AKTS | CREDIT | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZMA392 | Specialization Field Course | 0 | 0 | Compulsory |
| ZMT3999 | (ENG) English Master's Thesis | 0 | 0 | Compulsory |
The student's success in the courses is determined by evaluating the mid-term grades and the final exam grade together.
Mid-term grades consist of quizzes, mid-term exam grades and grades given to homework, applications and practical work depending on the course. In the credit system, the type and weight of mid-term and final evaluations (exams, homework, applications and similar) are reported to the relevant department head by the instructor teaching the course within the first two weeks of the semester and announced to the students by the relevant teaching unit administration. The final evaluation is determined by the instructor teaching the course with one of the following letter grades, taking into account the general success level of all students taking that course.
While the impact of the homework given during the semester on the final grade is 40%, the impact of the final exams at the end of the semester is 60%.
Graduation Requirements are as follows:
- Successfully completing all courses in the program,
- Having no FF grade,
- Achieving a minimum grade of CB or higher for each course,
- Completing 120 ECTS credits, with 60 credits from coursework and 60 credits from the thesis,
- Submitting a thesis of at least 15,000 words in accordance with the "Thesis Writing Guide" provided by the Graduate Education Institute, and defending it if deemed necessary,
- Presenting a thesis with a plagiarism rate below the accepted maximum of 30%,
- Submitting the thesis approved in Turkish in English.