ABOUT US

Our program commenced its educational activities in 2015. To date, it has graduated 262 students, while 129 students are currently continuing their education. Three students are enrolled in the Double Major Program (DMP), one of the opportunities offered by our university. Following the completion of their associate degree education, two of our graduates have successfully transferred to undergraduate programs through the Vertical Transfer Examination (DGS) and are continuing their studies.

As physiotherapy is a rapidly developing field of increasing importance both in Türkiye and worldwide, the demand for qualified personnel in this area continues to grow. The rising number of individuals requiring physiotherapy services due to various diseases, injuries, and aging has increased the need for physiotherapy technicians who possess the knowledge and competencies necessary to support physiotherapists in their professional practice.

The aim of the Physiotherapy Program is to educate graduates who are equipped with up-to-date theoretical knowledge and professional practical skills in the field of physiotherapy; who act in accordance with ethical values and professional standards; who have acquired problem-solving and critical thinking skills to address situations they may encounter in the healthcare sector; who are employable and capable of sustaining their career development; and who contribute to the dissemination of physiotherapy services by promoting healthy living awareness within society.

In addition to theoretical instruction, our students have the opportunity to undertake practical training in our well-equipped laboratories and in hospitals with which we have established partnerships. Furthermore, they are able to apply their knowledge during their summer internships. They also benefit from the social, cultural, and sporting activities provided by our university and enjoy the privilege of being a part of İzmir University of Economics.

As members of the physiotherapy team, our graduates will contribute to improving the health and quality of life of individuals with congenital or acquired diseases and disabilities and support them in achieving greater physical, social, and environmental independence. With the confidence gained from graduating from İzmir University of Economics, they will have access to diverse employment opportunities in a wide range of fields. Graduates may work in physical therapy and rehabilitation clinics, public hospitals, private hospitals, spas, and thermal centers, among other institutions and organizations. In accordance with the relevant legislation, they also have the opportunity to pursue undergraduate completion programs in Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, Nursing, and Nursing and Health Services through the Vertical Transfer Examination (DGS).

At İzmir University of Economics, our mission is to educate qualified graduates who possess leadership qualities, entrepreneurial spirit, and critical thinking skills. We invite you to join us on this journey.