The student course assistantship program is designed especially for students who aim to pursue an academic career, and it aims to make significant contributions to their personal and academic development. This program seeks to enhance the learning motivation of successful students by offering them new opportunities and perspectives. Student course assistantship contributes to the implementation of a student-centered education model. The program allows students to focus on subfields of interest and to specialize in those areas while also encouraging them to actively participate in research projects and develop their research skills. In this way, it provides students with the opportunity to pursue an academic career after graduation or to enter the professional world more competently.
Student course assistants are involved in academic activities such as supporting faculty members’ scientific research, managing in-class and extracurricular activities, and contributing to student practices. However, responsibilities such as course management, exam proctoring, or performance evaluation are not within the scope of student assistants. Student assistants do not receive any payment. The main objective of the program is to provide students with experience, enhance their academic skills, and support them in progressing more confidently toward their post-graduation career goals. The duration of student assistantship is typically set for one semester; however, it may be extended or shortened when necessary. Students who successfully complete the program are provided with a certificate by the department indicating their participation, and this certificate may be included in their social transcript, serving as a valuable reference in their academic and professional careers.