From the University Agenda

IGU drew attention with the number of diplomas with TQF logo that provides the opportunity to work abroad

In the statement made by the Council of Higher Education (YÖK), it was stated that the programs with the Turkish Qualifications Framework (TQF) logo will be included in the Higher Education Programs and Quotas Guide for the first time this year. Istanbul Gelisim University ranked first with its graduation certificate with 45 TQF logos.

The Council of Higher Education has granted the right to use the TQF logo in graduation certificates for programs that meet certain conditions as of 23 December 2021 within the scope of European Higher Education Area (EHEA) adaptation studies. Advancing with the vision of ‘World University’, Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) ranked 1st in the list as a university with 45 TQF logo graduation certificates that provide international employment opportunities.

This year, programs with the TQF logo will be included for the first time in the Higher Education Programs and Quotas Guide. 894 undergraduate and 4 associate degree programs of 109 universities across Türkiye will use the TQF logo in the 2024 Year Guide. In order to be included in the guide, the relevant departments of the universities must be accredited by the Higher Education Quality Board (YÖKAK) or recognized accreditation bodies, the suitability of the qualification form and the Vocational Qualifications Authority (VQA) must be included in the Turkish Qualifications Database.

When the TQF Logo is included in the graduation certificates, it provides an advantage to students in the international arena. The diplomas of students who graduate from these programs are recognized faster abroad and employment opportunities increase. In addition, the TQF Logo contributes to student mobility by facilitating the recognition of higher education internship qualifications and study periods abroad.