MUSICOLOGY DEPARTMENT

Department Overview

The Musicology Department consists of the following subfields:

• Music Theory
• General Musicology
• Ethnomusicology

The program aims to:

• Train experts, researchers, and academicians in these three fields.
• Encourage the sharing of high-quality music productions.
• Promote national musicological approaches on an international level.

Programs supporting musicology education have been designed based on students' interests and talents. Students can select elective courses related to their field, as well as courses from other disciplines based on their preferences.

Graduates of the program can pursue careers as:

• Academicians in music theory, solfège, composition, musicology, and ethnomusicology in professional music education institutions.
• Scientists and researchers.
• Consultants in TRT (Turkish Radio and Television Corporation) and the Ministry of Culture ensembles and institutions.
• Teachers, provided they obtain a teaching certification.

The qualifications of the programs offered within the Faculty of Music and Performing Arts follow the Turkish Higher Education Qualifications Framework (TYYÇ). The curriculum is designed based on the objectives and learning outcomes of the programs, ensuring compliance with Bologna ECTS requirements.

Program designs are developed collaboratively by incorporating feedback from internal and external stakeholders. The Faculty of Music and Performing Arts has a defined process for program design and approval. The objectives and learning outcomes of the programs have been formulated, aligned with TYYÇ, and publicly announced.

Each program’s content and course descriptions are developed based on:

• National core curriculum (if applicable).
• Accreditation standards (if available).
• The mission and vision of the institution.

A structured monitoring system ensures that the intended learning outcomes are being met. The faculty has defined the principles and rules for organizing learning processes at the department level. The curriculum includes a competency matrix, which outlines the methods through which students acquire competencies (e.g., competency-course-teaching method matrix).

Program design also considers the physical and technological requirements for effective education.

Mission & Vision

Mission

The Musicology Department, in alignment with the institutional mission, vision, goals, and objectives of Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University and the Faculty of Music and Performing Arts, aims to:

• Train highly skilled artists in music and performing arts who can represent Turkey and its culture.
• Conduct applied, project-based, and interdisciplinary scientific and artistic research.
• Maintain sustainable relationships with stakeholders.
• Foster a holistic educational approach that integrates science and art with knowledge, love, and respect.

Vision

The department envisions:

• Educating artists who are competent, knowledgeable, well-equipped, cultured, and self-confident in music and performing arts.
• Conducting high-impact scientific and artistic research.
• Promoting multidisciplinary and project-based research in collaboration with national and international institutions.
• Providing a holistic education that balances local and global perspectives.

Message from the Department Chair

Dear Students,

The Musicology Department is one of the most preferred programs by students graduating from full-time and part-time conservatories, Fine Arts High Schools, and general high schools.

Our program prepares students for Master’s and Doctorate programs.

As a graduate of our department, you can:

• Work as an academician, scientist, or researcher in theory, solfège, composition, musicology, and ethnomusicology in professional music institutions.
• Become a consultant for TRT, the Ministry of Culture, and various artistic ensembles.
• Obtain a teaching certification to become a music teacher.

You will experience an education process filled with numerous scientific and artistic events, research opportunities, and high-quality academic training.

Furthermore, you will graduate from a faculty that offers Master’s and Proficiency in Art programs, allowing you to pursue an academic career.

We believe that when you graduate, you will:

• Find employment without difficulty.
• Expand your professional network.
• Contribute to national and global culture as a well-trained professional.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. F. Merve Eken KÜÇÜKAKSOY
Chair, Musicology Department

Committees and Coordinators

Student Organizations

Academic Incentive Commission

Advisory Board

External Stakeholders

• Çanakkale Governorship
• Çanakkale Municipality
• Provincial Youth and Sports Directorate
• Provincial Culture and Tourism Directorate
• Çanakkale Chamber of Commerce and Industry
• Music and Performing Arts Development Association
• Fine Arts Association

Academic Staff

Music Theory Department

General Musicology Department

Ethnomusicology Department

This document provides a comprehensive overview of the Musicology Department, its mission, academic programs, faculty, and collaborations.