The information and program qualifications related to the Geological Engineering Bachelor of Science Program, under the Department of Geological Engineering of the Faculty of Mines, are summarized below.
Information About The Program
The Geological Engineering Undergraduate Program is conducted within the scope of the engineering undergraduate programs carried out at Istanbul Technical University, in accordance with the relevant legislation on higher education and university regulations. The program aims to provide students with a comprehensive undergraduate education through an educational approach that integrates fundamental scientific knowledge in geosciences and geological engineering with engineering applications.
The Geological Engineering Undergraduate Program aims to educate engineers who are capable of producing solutions to problems encountered in the fields of geology and geological engineering by using scientific methods, and who possess knowledge and skills in the exploration and evaluation of natural resources, the understanding and management of natural hazards, the solution of environmental problems, and the sustainable use of resources. Within the scope of the program, students receive a comprehensive education that includes basic engineering sciences, geoscience disciplines, laboratory applications, and field studies.
The program is carried out in line with a student-centered education approach and is supported by theoretical courses, laboratory applications, and field studies. Thanks to the modern laboratory infrastructure and research opportunities available within the ITU Geological Engineering Department, students have the opportunity to become familiar with current scientific methods and technologies.
The ITU Geological Engineering Undergraduate Program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET and is a program that meets international engineering education standards (www.abet.org).
Graduation Requirements
The Geological Engineering Undergraduate Program is conducted in accordance with the regulations governing undergraduate education at Istanbul Technical University. The normal duration of the undergraduate program is 8 semesters (4 years), and in order for students to successfully complete the program, they are required to complete all courses and applications included in the curriculum.
In order to graduate from the program, students must:
Successfully complete the compulsory and elective courses included in the curriculum,
Fulfill the laboratory applications and field studies required within the scope of the program,
Complete the total ECTS credit load determined for the program,
Meet the graduation requirements determined by Istanbul Technical University.
In order to graduate from the program, students must have a minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 2.00/4.00 and must successfully complete all courses included in the program curriculum. Students who meet all these requirements are entitled to receive the Geological Engineering Undergraduate Diploma.
Course Load
In order to complete the Geological Engineering Undergraduate Program, students must successfully complete a total course load of 138.5 credits (254 ECTS). The program consists of compulsory and elective courses in the fields of basic sciences, engineering sciences, and geosciences. Within the scope of the program, students are also required to successfully complete a compulsory internship of 45 days.
In the later semesters of the program, students have the opportunity to improve their professional knowledge and skills by taking field elective courses in different geoscience disciplines according to their interests.
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Program Profile
The Geological Engineering Undergraduate Program continues the long-established geoscience tradition of Istanbul Technical University and offers a strong education and research environment covering different sub-disciplines of geology. Within the department, 347 undergraduate, 42 master’s, and 28 doctoral students continue their education.
The department constitutes one of the largest and most comprehensive Geological Engineering departments in Türkiye with its large academic staff consisting of 36 faculty members, 2 lecturers, 20 research assistants, and 6 administrative and technical personnel specialized in a wide range of research areas. This academic staff possesses a strong scientific background supported by numerous research projects conducted at national and international levels.
The laboratory infrastructure within the department was renewed and modernized in 2009, enabling students to work with up-to-date analytical techniques and research methods. In addition, through seminars, scientific meetings, and academic events organized by the department, students are able to closely follow current developments in the field of geosciences and interact with researchers from different countries.
Faculty members of the department actively maintain collaborations with international universities and research institutes, and numerous joint projects and scientific studies are carried out. In addition, through the Erasmus and similar international exchange programs of the university, students have the opportunity to study at universities abroad and experience different academic environments.
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Program Learning Environments
Courses within the Geological Engineering Undergraduate Program are conducted for full-time students, and education is mainly carried out during daytime hours. In the program, theoretical courses, laboratory applications, and field studies are conducted together, providing students with a comprehensive learning environment.
At Istanbul Technical University, education is organized on a semester basis. Each academic year consists of Fall and Spring semesters, and in each semester the courses cover an instructional period of approximately 14 weeks, excluding the period allocated for final examinations.
Courses and applications belonging to the Geological Engineering Undergraduate Program are mainly conducted within the Department of Geological Engineering, Faculty of Mines, at the ITU Ayazağa Campus. Within the scope of the program, students can benefit from departmental laboratories such as the thin section laboratory, XRD laboratory, mineral preparation laboratory, geochemistry laboratory, geomicrobiology laboratory, rock mechanics and index laboratory, and microscopy rooms. Laboratory studies are supported by field applications and geological observation activities in order to reinforce students’ theoretical knowledge and to develop their professional skills.
The learning materials used in the courses and the educational processes are also supported by web-based tools. Through the NINOVA e-learning platform provided by Istanbul Technical University, students can access course materials, announcements, assignments, course resources, attendance information, and discussion boards.
Within the program, students may also benefit from certain courses offered in different faculties within the university. Depending on the relevant program, these courses may be conducted at the Ayazağa campus as well as at the Gümüşsuyu, Taşkışla, and Tuzla campuses. This structure enables students to acquire interdisciplinary knowledge and benefit from different academic environments.
YKS Quotas, Student Success Ranking, Minimum and Maximum Scores for the Last Five Years
Geological Engineering Bachelor of Science Program (%30 English)
| Year | Point Type | Qoata | Min Point | Max Point
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| 2019 | SAY | 60 | 343,47987 | 400,90650 |
| 2020 | SAY | 60 | 378,93137 | 458,74592 |
| 2021 | SAY | 60 | 355,45217 | 355,45217 |
| 2022 | SAY | 60 | 392,14235 | 438,65752 |
| 2023 | SAY | 40 | 411,51038 | 466,89887 |
| 2024 | SAY | 40 | 392,16172 | 433,91568 |
| 2025 | SAY | 40 | 410,10025 | 442,64794 |
| Year | Lowest Success Ranking | Heighest Success Ranking | Average Success Ranking |
| 2019 | 119057 | 64004 | 107414 |
| 2020 | 121939 | 47053 | 102682 |
| 2021 | 127553 | 24844 | 109188 |
| 2022 | 115156 | 66787 | 100754 |
| 2023 | 96973 | 43172 | 87429 |
| 2024 | 91081 | 51037 | 77080 |
| 2025 | 87004 | 52970 | 76698 |
Geological Engineering Bachelor of Science Program (%30 English) Graph of Minimum and Maximum Scores by Year
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ITU Geological Engineering Bachelor of Science Program program accredited by the ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC).
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Program Educational Objectives
The educational objective of the Geological Engineering Undergraduate Program is to educate geological engineers who possess a strong scientific background in a wide range of topics such as mineralogy–petrography, geochemistry, economic geology, energy raw materials, engineering geology, hydrogeology, environmental geology, tectonics, stratigraphy, sedimentology, and natural hazards within the fundamental and applied fields of geology; who are capable of analytical and critical thinking; and who have developed an awareness of scientific ethics and professional responsibility.
Within the scope of the program, it is aimed that students integrate knowledge of basic sciences and engineering with theoretical and applied knowledge in the field of geosciences. In this context, students receive an education supported not only by theoretical courses but also by laboratory applications and field studies, gaining knowledge and experience in modern analytical techniques and field methods. The modernized laboratory infrastructure and applied training opportunities within the department contribute to the development of students’ professional skills.
The program also aims to equip students with the competencies to analyze problems using scientific methods, develop solutions, work in interdisciplinary environments, and follow technological developments. In this framework, seminars, scientific meetings, and academic events organized within the department enable students to follow current scientific developments.
Faculty members of the ITU Geological Engineering Department actively conduct collaborations with national and international universities and research institutions, and students have the opportunity to benefit from this academic environment. In addition, through the Erasmus and similar international exchange programs of the university, students have the opportunity to study at universities abroad and experience different academic environments.
As an undergraduate program accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET and meeting international engineering education standards, the program aims to equip its graduates with the qualifications necessary to pursue professional and academic careers at both national and international levels.
Measurement and Evaluation
Student success is evaluated in consideration of Articles 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, and 25 of the Istanbul Technical University Undergraduate Education and Training Regulation.
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Internship
This program 45 days contains mandatory intership.
Graduation Requirements
The Awarded Degree and Title
Degree : Bachelor of Science Title : Geological Engineering
Program Employment Opportunities
Graduates of the Geological Engineering Undergraduate Program can work in a wide range of positions related to geosciences and engineering fields in public institutions and organizations as well as in the private sector, and after acquiring the necessary professional qualifications, they can establish their own engineering and consultancy companies. Graduates can take roles in many areas such as the exploration and evaluation of natural resources, engineering geology applications, assessment of natural hazards, environmental studies, and energy resources.
Public Institutions and Organizations
Geological engineers can be employed in many public institutions, primarily including the following:
• General Directorate of Mineral Research and Exploration (MTA)
• Turkish Coal Enterprises (TKİ)
• Electricity Generation Corporation (EÜAŞ)
• Turkish Petroleum Corporation (TPAO)
• Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD)
• General Directorate of State Hydraulic Works (DSİ)
• General Directorate of Highways (KGM)
• Turkish State Railways (TCDD)
• General Directorate of State Airports Authority (DHMİ)
• Relevant units of ministries (such as the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources, the Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change, and the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure)
• Municipalities and provincial special administrations
• Universities and research institutions
• National and international research institutes
Private Sector Organizations
Graduates of the Geological Engineering Undergraduate Program can work in private sector organizations operating in the following areas:
• Exploration and exploitation of underground resources
o Metallic minerals
o Industrial raw materials
o Energy resources
o Natural stones and aggregates
• Geological and geotechnical investigations for spatial planning, microzonation studies, and land suitability assessments
• Earthquake and seismotectonic research and active tectonic studies
• Planning, design, construction, and monitoring of large engineering structures (such as dams, tunnels, roads, and ports)
• Groundwater exploration and hydrogeological studies
• Research on thermal and mineral waters and geothermal energy
• Environmental impact assessment (EIA) and environmental geology studies
Geological engineers can also work in companies providing consultancy and engineering services, or they may establish their own engineering firms to carry out project development and implementation activities.
Number of Graduates
Geological Engineering Bachelor of Science Program (%30 English) Graduate Statistics (Last Five Years)
| Year | Number of Graduates |
| 2021 | 54 |
| 2022 | 42 |
| 2023 | 39 |
| 2024 | 41 |
| 2025 | 46 |
Program Outcomes
P.O.1 an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, basic sciences, and engineering on geological problems,
P.O.2 an ability to 3-D analytical and critical thinking in earth sciences to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret geological data,
P.O.3 an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability,
P.O.4 an ability to function on multidisciplinary teams and to implement the engineering background to other areas,
P.O.5 an ability to identify, formulate, and solve geological engineering problems in 3 and 4 dimensions by following cutting-edge technologies,
P.O.6 an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility to protect and inform public health and safety on the social and environmental impact of geological engineering problems,
P.O.7 an ability to communicate effectively and to improve communication skills through oral and written presentations,
P.O.8 the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context,
P.O.9 a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning and to adapt to the continuously changing economic, social, and technological environments,
P.O.10 a knowledge of contemporary issues,
P.O.11 an ability to use the field and laboratory techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice according to international standards and codes.
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