The information and program qualifications related to the Science, Technology and Society Master of Science Program, under the Department of Science,Technology and Society of the Graduate School, are summarized below.
Information About The Program
The aim of the Program
Technology is one of the factors affecting our form of life in today's world. The process starting with the Copernican Revolution and the construction of modern science helped the first, the second, the third and the fourth Industrial Revolutions. The process starting with Industrial Revolutions, progress in information and communication technologies, smartphones, smart homes, biotechnology, nanotechnology, robotics, accumulation of big data in virtual realm and social networking is the precursor of the new age. Transformations in the last decades destroyed the stereotype thinking in social, economic, political and cultural sphere. Therefore, this transformation should be evaluated not only from a technical perspective, but also from historical, political, sociological, cultural, ethical and philosophical perspectives. In developing countries such as Turkiye, which not only uses technology effectively, but also tries to create its own style through innovation and entrepreneurship, this becomes highly critical. “Science, Technology and Society Master’s Degree Program” aims at filling this gap through building a bridge between humanities and social sciences and science and technology studies.
Mission and Vision of the Program:
• In compliance with the mission of Istanbul Technical University, this Master’s Degree Program in Science, Technology and Society was established «to widen the borders of knowledge in science, technology and arts and fulfill the needs of society with the applications of this knowledge.”
• This program helps us understand and solve ethical, social, cultural and political problems created in the complicated structure of modern technological society by integrating the subjects of humanities and social sciences and those of science and technology studies.
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Registration Requirements
Application Term : Previous Term / 2024-2025 Spring Semester
Application Requirements (For T.C Nationality) ALES Equally Weighted must be minimum 65 (old system GRE Quantitative minimum 652, new system GRE minimum 152 , GMAT minimum , GMAT minimum 485). Undergraduate GPA must be minimum 2.5/4 (65/100). To be considered for admission, along with the University specified criteria, candidates must provide the following documents and meet the specified criteria:
1. Statement of Purpose (Proposal): Written in English, minimum 1500 words.
2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
3. English Proficiency Document
4. Two Academic Reference Letters
5. Interview Attendance: Participation in the interview to be held in English is mandatory.
Candidate scores are calculated as follows:
• ALES Equally Weighted: 50%
• Undergraduate Graduation GPA: 10%
• Interview in English (including evaluation of Purpose letter): 40%
Quota (For T.C Nationality): 15
Application Requirements (For International Students) ALES Equally Weighted must be minimum 65 (old system GRE Quantitative minimum 652, new system GRE minimum 152 , GMAT minimum , GMAT minimum 485). Undergraduate GPA must be minimum 2.5/4 (65/100). To be considered for admission, along with the University specified criteria, candidates must provide the following documents and meet the specified criteria:
1. Statement of Purpose (Proposal): Written in English, minimum 1500 words.
2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
3. English Proficiency Document
4. Two Academic Reference Letters
5. Interview Attendance: Participation in the interview to be held in English is mandatory.
Candidate scores are calculated as follows:
• ALES Equally Weighted: 50%
• Undergraduate Graduation GPA: 10%
• Interview in English (including evaluation of Purpose letter): 40%
Quota (For International Students): 5
Application Page Graduate Education and Training Regulation Senate Principles
Application requirements, application dates, and quotas are updated in real-time from the Application System.
English Proficiency
Regulations and Guidelines
Academic Calendar
Course Plans
Course Schedules
Course Adjustment and Exemption Procedures
Program Educational Objectives
To educate in "Science, Technology and Society" in Master's Degree Level.
Measurement and Evaluation
Evaluating Student Success
The student success is evaluated considering Articles 56, 57, 58, and 59 of the Istanbul Technical University Graduate Education and Training Regulation Senate Principles.
ARTICLE 56 - Before the enrollment for the courses begins, the faculty member who offers the course informs the Program Executive Committee about the types, number and contribution percentage to the final grade of the studies within the semester, as well as requirements for a right to take the semester final exam. These requirements shall be finalized by approval of the Program Executive Committee and approval of the chair of the department, who declares them to the student and informs the Graduate School.
ARTICLE 57 - A student may appeal the final grade of a course within one week following the announcement of the grades. Appeals must be submitted to the Graduate School in writing. The relevant faculty member shall re-evaluate the student's success status and submit the result to the Graduate School within one week. Appeals not submitted within the prescribed time frame shall not be considered by the Graduate School.
ARTICLE 58 - Courses in graduate programs shall be evaluated according to the following grading system.
| Grade Description |
Grade |
Scale |
| Excellent |
AA |
4.00 |
| Very good plus |
BA+ |
3.75 |
| Very good |
BA |
3.50 |
| Good plus |
BB+ |
3.25 |
| Good |
BB |
3.00 |
| Conditional Pass |
CB+ |
2.75 |
| Conditional Pass |
CB |
2.50 |
| Conditional Pass |
CC+ |
2.25 |
| Conditional Pass |
CC |
2.00 |
| Fail |
FF |
0.00 |
| Fail(No Exam) |
VF |
0.00 |
ARTICLE 59 - Students who wish to improve their cumulative grade point average may retake courses during the course-taking period. The most recent grade will be counted for the repeated courses.
Internship
There is no internship in this program.
Graduation Requirements
1. To complete 24 credits
2. To get CC from all courses
3. At least %30 of the courses taken, should be in English (At least 7,2 credits)
4. GPA should be at least 3.00
5. BTT 596 Seminer course should be "BL"
6. BTT YLT should be BL
The Awarded Degree and Title
Degree : Master of Science Title : -
Program Employment Opportunities
Graduates of this program may help to technocrats and politicians in the resolution of the social, cultural, and ethical conflicts regarding science and technology issues in NGO’s, the Media, local municipalities, boards of ethics and Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey
Number of Graduates
Graduate Statistics
| Year | Number of Graduates |
| 2019 | 1 |
| 2020 | 3 |
| 2021 | 3 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 4 |
| 2024 | 4 |
Program Outcomes
P.O.1 The ability to develop and increase the knowledge acquired in Science, Technology and Society based on the competency gained in the undergraduate level; to develop new types of knowledge by interpreting and integrating multidisciplinary knowledge (Knowledge-Skill).
P.O.2 To analyze the knowledge, problem-solving and skills acquired in Science, Technology and Society in inter-disciplinary studies by using the research methods of social sciences (Knowledge).
P.O.3 To execute and develop original research conclusions regarding Science, Technology and Society by developing new approaches and by taking responsibility in solving the complex problems (Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility) .
P.O.4 To claim leadership in a case an inter-disciplinary solutions, critical approach and actions for solutions are necessary regarding Science, Technology and Society issues (Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility).
P.O.5 To track record of current issues regarding Science, Technology and Society (Skill).
P.O.6 To evaluate and critically analyze the norms directing social relations by using the knowledge and skills acquired in Science, Technology and Society (Communication and Social Competency) .
P.O.7 To execute the teamwork in compliance with Science, Technology and Society’s inter-disciplinary structure (Communication and Social Competency).
P.O.8 To collect, interpret and present the solution proposals regarding Science, Technology and Society by considering the societal, scientific, cultural and ethical values (Area Specific Competency).
P.O.9 To be aware of the continuity of the problems of Science, Technology and Society (Area Specific Competency).
P.O.10 To communicate the current developments in Science, Technology and Society and one’s own work orally, visually and in written forms, by supporting them with quantitative and qualitative data and to present them to other groups in and out of the field in international arenas with competence, at least, in one foreign language and required computer program (Area Specific Competency) (Communication and Social Competency).
Program Coordinator
Head of the Department
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