Department of Philosophy

General Information about the Department

Philosophy is the rational investigation of foundational truth. For this aim, philosophy introduces the means for a disciplined study of concepts. Philosophy provides the foundation of both social and natural sciences. For this reason, almost all scientists who have been pioneers of their fields and who have brought new prospects and aspects into their fields have also been interested in philosophy. However, philosophy is distinguished from other fields by its own methodology and the nature and depth of its subject matter. Philosophy is after solutions for problems from all aspects of life. Philosophy tries to create techniques to develop thoughts and arguments. As the systematic study of ideas and issues, philosophy can explore concepts and views drawn from science, arts, religion, politics or any other fields. Generally, philosophical investigations focus on the meaning and basis of a concept and its relation to other concepts. Based on the specific subject being studied, philosophy is divided into sub-branches such as Logic, Ethics, Metaphysics, Epistemology, Philosophy of Science, Philosophy of Language, Philosophical Aesthetics, and Political Philosophy. The Undergraduate Programme in Philosophy at Anadolu University consists of three majors, namely, Systematic Philosophy, Logic, and History of Philosophy. The following areas in philosophy are studied by the members of the department: Logic, Ethics, Epistemology, Metaphysics, Political Philosophy, History of Philosophy, and Philosophy of History.

Career Opportunities

The graduates of the department may pursue an academic career, as well as applying for alternative occupations which require analytical thinking and creativity. Moreover, provided that the candidate fulfills the necessary requirements (see Graduation Requirements), s/he can be appointed as a teacher in Philosophy at the institutions (high schools, junior high schools, etc.) under the administration of the Ministry of Education.

Why international students should choose your department to study?

Students should consider studying Philosophy at Anadolu University, Eskişehir, due to a variety of reasons: First of all, the Department is good at providing students with professional skills. Second, the members of the department are generally good at communicating in English, are communicable after classes, and have a positive attitude towards students in general. Third, the library at Anadolu University provides adequate resources and has plenty of subscriptions for necessary databases. Fourth, Anadolu University is an institution that supports scientific research (and projects). Last (but not least), Eskişehir is a city that provides undergraduate and/or graduate students with a variety of part-time work opportunities and a moderate life, and is close to major cities of Turkey, namely, to Bursa, Ankara, and İstanbul.

Contact Information

Head of Department: Assoc. Prof. Dr. H. Fırat Şenol 

Telephone: +90 222 335 05 80 - Ext.: 4048 / +90 222 320 61 01 

E-mail: hfsenol@anadolu.edu.tr

Vice Head of Department: Assoc. Prof. Dr. İskender Taşdelen

Telephone: +90 222 335 05 80 - Ext.:  4096 / +90 222 320 61 01 

E-mail: itasdelen@anadolu.edu.tr

Department Secretary: Ms. Nurdan Kuralay 

Telephone: +90 222 335 05 80 - Ext.:  4044 / +90 222 320 61 01 

E-mail: nurdan629@anadolu.edu.tr