07 October 2026
Advisory meetings held for 3rd and 4th-year Interior Architecture students
The Department of Interior Architecture at the Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) Faculty of Fine Arts (FAF) has concluded its advisory and orientation meetings for 3rd and 4th-year students for the 2026-2027 Academic Year Fall Semester. During the meetings held on October 1, 2026, topics such as course content, curriculum structure, internship processes, and graduation requirements were discussed in detail.
To support the academic and professional development of upper-level students, the Department of Interior Architecture at the IGU Faculty of Fine Arts organized comprehensive advisory meetings for 3rd and 4th-year students on Thursday, October 1, 2026.
Information on Academic Processes and Internships for 3rd-Year Students
At the 3rd-year advisory meeting, held at 14:00 under the coordination of Asst. Prof. Dr. Parvin Heidari, issues encountered by students during their education and planning for future semesters were addressed.
Key topics covered during the meeting included:
• Curriculum and GBS Introduction: The Gelisim Information System (GBS) was introduced, the distinction between compulsory and elective courses was explained, and information regarding the Faculty of Fine Arts (GSF) pool courses was provided.
• Grading and Attendance Requirements: Students were informed about exam types, assessment criteria, graduation requirements, and attendance regulations. • Internship and Summer School: Details regarding internship application procedures, summer school participation requirements, and course retake processes were shared.
• Communication with Administrative Units: The guidance role of the academic advisor was emphasized regarding processes involving Student Affairs, the Library, the Erasmus Unit, and the Faculty Secretariat.
Graduation and Project-Focused Meeting with 4th-Year Students
The 4th-year advising meeting, held between 12:00 and 13:00 in Classroom 501 of the IGU K Block, was conducted by Asst. Prof. Dr. Minel Kurtuluş.
The meeting, which aimed to reinforce the professional skills of students nearing graduation, highlighted the following points:
• Design and Project Skills: The structure of senior-year project courses, design processes, and the professional competencies students would acquire were evaluated.
• Sustainability and Interdisciplinary Approach: In line with the department's vision, the importance of students developing critical thinking, aesthetic sensitivity, sustainable design practices, and an awareness of social responsibility was emphasized.
• Professional Responsibilities: Academic and professional guidance was provided to facilitate the students' transition into professional life after graduation.
Following these productive advising meetings, the academic staff of the Interior Architecture Department wished all 3rd and 4th-year students success for the 2026-2027 academic year.