At Istanbul Gelisim University, students graduating from various undergraduate programs gain the qualification to teach at the primary school level once they complete the Pedagogical Formation Program. Therefore, not only graduates of the Faculty of Education or the Department of Child Development but also those from disciplines such as Turkish Language and Literature, English Language and Literature, Sociology, and Psychology can step into the teaching profession through this program.
According to 2024 data, the number of departments at IGU providing graduates with teaching qualifications is 56. This diversity demonstrates that the university contributes to society with qualified human resources by supporting teaching competencies across a wide range of disciplines, not limited to the field of education.
In 2023, out of a total of 7.396 graduates, 2.529 (34,2%) obtained teaching qualifications.
In 2024, out of a total of 7.814 graduates, 2.764 (35,4%) obtained teaching qualifications.
This proportion reveals IGU’s consistent role in teacher training and its contribution to meeting the demand for qualified human resources in primary education in Türkiye.
The figure below presents the proportion of graduates with teaching qualifications.
Figure 2. Proportion of Graduates with Teaching Qualifications in 2024