1

Learn which concepts and theories in sociology are used in the production of knowledge; know the relationship between those concepts, theories and methods, and the equivalent of the knowledge produced in social, inter-social and global structures, as well as their transformations

2

Learn which sociological approaches and methods of analysis are used in which sociological fields and areas of specialization; extend the limits of their knowledge by presenting and publishing original findings from these analyses, both individually and in teams, in accordance with academic principles

3

Discuss critically cause and effect relationships used in sociological perspectives; thereby formulate visions, aims and targets by determining gaps in the existing knowledge in their areas of interest

4

Analyze and determine the formation, the structure and future development of such institutions as family, state, education and religion critically and scientifically; develop a method, design or application that innovates the field and develop policy proposals for implementation;

5

Gain lifelong learning skills and competencies and use them in everyday life situations and professional contexts and thereby develop projects, implement and manage them with socially responsible approaches;

6

Combine sociology with other social sciences such as psychology, philosophy and anthropology in interdisciplinary approaches; thereby develop new conceptualizations and interpretations, and develop and deepen that knowledge

7

Learn to conduct qualitative and quantitative sociological research methods, select the subject, develop a research question, formulate a theoretical framework with variables and hypotheses, prepare questionnaires, collect and analyze data from a sample, write a research report, and disseminate the findings in professional fields of interest within a social, cultural, and ethical framework;

8

Having the statistical knowledge and argumentative reasoning methods necessary for sociological research, reach new findings through theoretical and methodological analysis and share those findings at national and international levels

9

Gain skills for decision-making in the solution of social problems, for implementing those resolutions, for taking initiative, when necessary, to bring change, and for disseminating the scientific, ethic and human values through national and international participations

10

Pursue national and international publications and innovations that seek solutions to social problems through qualitative and quantitative research; publish and disseminate best practices, in cooperation with related institutions

11

Pursue new sociological approaches and theories and communicate with colleagues through using a second language (?European Language Portfolio Global Scale?, Level C1);

12

Are able to use information and communication technologies together with corresponding software programs and packages;

13

Develop sociology-related knowledge by making studies in the field; improve themselves by sharing this knowledge by others and continuously contribute to professional and scientific fields;

14

Have unbiased attitudes towards the universality of social rights and social justice, value high standards of quality, respect cultural values, promote environmental protection, health and work safety, and be open to change