Why AYBU Psychology?
Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University (AYBU) Department of Psychology launched its undergraduate education in the 2012–2013 academic year and has been offering 100% English-medium education at the Esenboğa Central Campus since 2015–2016.
Faculty Members
12
Lecturers
2
Research Assistants
14
Quota / Placed
60 / 60
100% Filled
Specializations
Clinical · Social · Developmental
Experimental · I/O · Traffic
Valuing an interdisciplinary approach, our department actively encourages students to pursue minor programs in various faculties. Advanced graduate education opportunities are also offered through M.S. in Psychology, Ph.D. in Psychology, and M.S. in Clinical Psychology programs.
English preparatory education
The language of instruction is 100% English. Students who do not pass the English proficiency exam complete a one-year preparatory education at the School of Foreign Languages located at Etlik Campus. This education encompasses academic reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills.
Student opportunities
- Study and internship opportunities abroad via the Erasmus+ Exchange Program
- Participation in Farabi and Mevlana exchange programs
- Active participation in departmental research laboratories
- Gaining practical field experience through internship opportunities
- Stepping into academia through scientific events, symposiums, and congresses
Transportation
Esenboğa Central Campus is conveniently accessible by public transit from central locations in Ankara. Regular public bus routes 474 and 486 provide direct transit to the campus.
Dormitory and accommodation facilities
On-campus Esenboğa KYK dormitories and private dormitories surrounding the campus provide ample housing opportunities. In addition, affordable rental apartments can be found in nearby districts such as Dumlupınar, Esenboğa, Çubuk, and Pursaklar.
Events and student life
Since 2013, our department has been organizing the Psychology Gatherings conference series, bringing esteemed researchers and experts together with our students. Transitioned to a national congress format in 2016, this series was most recently held on June 7–9, 2024, as the 6th National Graduate Psychology Students Congress under the theme "Disrupted Patterns, Evolving Questions, New Approaches", hosted by the Turkish Psychological Association.
The AYBU Psychology Club is actively run by our students, contributing to academic and social development through workshops, guest speaker sessions, and social events.
Accreditation
In 2024, the AYBU Psychology Undergraduate Program (English) was granted 5-year full accreditation by the Turkish Psychological Association (TPD). This accreditation has been awarded to only a select few psychology programs across Turkey, certifying our program's excellence according to national higher education standards.
Admission scores and rankings of recent years
| Year | Min. Score | Max. Score | Min. Rank | Max. Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Latest | 398.87727 | 412.90330 | 44,484 | 14,195 |
| 2025 | 388.45203 | 416.60969 | 44,692 | 15,340 |
| 2024 | 384.64631 | 408.59600 | 54,459 | 25,866 |
| 2023 | 398.07929 | 438.83155 | 48,139 | 9,122 |
| 2022 | 400.63166 | 434.48236 | 56,473 | 14,875 |
| 2021 | 344.27498 | 375.48202 | 56,175 | 21,280 |
More information
For any inquiries regarding our department, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page. You may also meet our academic staff at the Esenboğa Campus during university preference days.
We wish success to all prospective students taking the Higher Education Institutions Exam. We look forward to welcoming you among us.