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BA/BS in Child Development

Afyon Kocatepe University

Afyonkarahisar, Afyonkarahisar, Türkiye•THE 2026 #1501-2191

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BA/BS in Child Development is a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education programme taught at Afyon Kocatepe University in Afyonkarahisar, Türkiye. The programme runs for 4 years, delivered on campus. It carries 240.0 credits (ECTS).

Also offered as: Associate's Degree

At a glance

Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Field: Early Childhood Education
Duration: 4 years
Delivery: On Campus
Credits: 240.0 (ECTS)

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Last checked October 2026 · Source: obs.aku.edu.tr ·

Program details

Overview

The Child Development programme trains professionals who assess and support the development of children and adolescents aged 0 to 18 in health and social settings, including children with special needs, chronic illness and developmental risk. Students take compulsory courses specific to child development, electives and practical courses in hospitals and other settings. The four-year bachelor's programme requires 240 AKTS credits, of which 160 are compulsory, 10 come from an internship and 70 from electives. The programme started in 2017 at the Sandıklı School of Applied Sciences. Graduates work as child development specialists in public and private institutions and may apply to postgraduate programmes.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Admission only through the national YKS exam and ÖSYM central placement, using the EA score type. The programme had 23 places and a lowest placement score of 321.3 (success rank 251,944). Candidates must meet the general YKS admission rules. A high school diploma is required.

Application Details

Application Process: Turkish applicants list the programme among their choices (tercih) in ÖSYM's central placement after the YKS results each July; international applicants apply directly to the university's international student office under the YÖS quota, usually between May and August.

About Afyon Kocatepe University

Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Suburban
Founded: 1992
THE rank: #1501-2191
Programs: 107
Location: Afyonkarahisar, Afyonkarahisar, Türkiye

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does BA/BS in Child Development award?

Afyon Kocatepe University awards a Bachelor's Degree in the field of Early Childhood Education on completion of this programme.

How long does BA/BS in Child Development take?

The programme runs for 4 years.

Can BA/BS in Child Development be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at Afyon Kocatepe University.

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