Course Information
SemesterCourse Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleT+P+LCreditNumber of ECTS CreditsLast Updated Date
8PSY 406Internship0+0+002526.07.2026

 
Course Details
Language of Instruction English
Level of Course Unit Bachelor's Degree
Department / Program Psychology (English)
Type of Program Formal Education
Type of Course Unit Compulsory
Course Delivery Method Face To Face
Objectives of the Course The aim of this course is to provide students with practical experience in professional settings where they can apply psychological theories, concepts, and methods learned during their academic training. The course seeks to enhance students’ professional competencies by encouraging ethical practice, professional conduct, and critical reflection on real-world experiences. It also aims to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application across various subfields of psychology.
Course Content This course provides students with practical experience in a professional setting where they can apply psychological theories, methods, and concepts learned in the classroom. Students are expected to demonstrate professional conduct, engage in ethical practice, and critically reflect on their experiences through structured reporting. The course bridges the gap between academic knowledge and professional application in various subfields of psychology.
Course Methods and Techniques Fieldwork and Supervision
Prerequisites and co-requisities None
Course Coordinator Asist Prof.Dr. Sema Yurduşen
Name of Lecturers Asist Prof.Dr. EKİN KÖSEGİL
Assistants None
Work Placement(s) No

Recommended or Required Reading
Resources Internship Documents
Course Notes not applicable

Course Category
Social Sciences %100

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Activities are given in detail in the section of "Assessment Methods and Criteria" and "Workload Calculation"

Assessment Methods and Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Practice 56 % 50
Final examination 1 % 50
Total
57
% 100

 
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Practice 56 8 448
Final examination 1 302 302
Total Work Load   Number of ECTS Credits 25 750

 
Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
NoLearning Outcomes
1 1. Maintain professional conduct, including punctuality, reliability, and responsibility in a workplace setting.
2 2. Apply psychological knowledge, theories, and methods to real-world scenarios and institutional practices.
3 3. Develop critical reflection skills to analyze professional experiences and identify personal strengths and areas for improvement.
4 4. Uphold ethical principles and boundaries within the framework of psychological practice.
5 5. Produce professional reports that strictly adhere to APA 7 standards.

 
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTopicsStudy MaterialsMaterials
1 Course Overview: Internship requirements and placement selection.
2 Orientation: Understanding institutional procedures and professional expectations.
3 Ethical Orientation: Reviewing ethical principles and professional boundaries.
4 Fieldwork: Observation and integration into the host institution.
5 Fieldwork: Identifying relevant psychological theories in practice
6 Fieldwork: Maintaining professional conduct and attendance logs.
7 Mid-Internship Review: Initial reflection on experiences and challenges.
8 Midterm evaluation: Review of progress and professional reliability.
9 Fieldwork: Continued application of psychological methods.
10 Fieldwork: Focus on ethical decision-making in the workplace.
11 Fieldwork: Addressing professional boundaries and institutional dynamics.
12 Fieldwork: Collecting observations for the final internship report.
13 Finalizing Fieldwork: Synthesis of theory and practical experience.
14 Report Writing: Applying APA 7 standards to the internship evaluation.
15 Submission of Final Internship Report and Evaluation Form

 
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 P9 P10 P11 P12
All 5 4 4 3 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
C1 4 4 4 4 5 5 4 5 4 4 4 5
C2 4 4 5 3 4 4 3 4 5 4 4 5
C3 5 4 5 3 4 4 4 3 3 5 5 5
C4 4 5 4 5 3 5 3 5 4 3 4 5
C5 3 3 3 4 4 3 4 4 5 5 4 5

  Contribution: 1: Very Slight 2:Slight 3:Moderate 4:Significant 5:Very Significant

  
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