Diploma in Turkish Language
- Description
- Curriculum
🎓 DIPLOMA IN TURKISH LANGUAGE
Awarding Institution: Somali Institute of Technology and Professional Studies (SITPS)
Program Duration: 3 Modules (18–24 Months)
Delivery Mode: On-Demand
Minimum Entry Requirement: Certificate in Turkish Language (or equivalent A2 level)
📘 MODULE I – Intermediate Fluency and Communication (CEFR B1)
Overall Objective:
To build learner ability to express themselves in familiar and real-life situations with increased grammatical range and vocabulary accuracy.
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Hours (T/P) | General Objective | Assessment Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TUR 3001 | Intermediate Grammar & Verb Structures | 60 (40/20) | To introduce learners to a wider range of tenses (past, future, conditional) and syntax for functional communication. | CAT, Written Exam |
| TUR 3002 | Listening & Speaking for Daily Use | 60 (20/40) | To enhance listening comprehension and oral fluency in conversations and group settings. | Oral Test, Listening Quiz |
| TUR 3003 | Reading Turkish Texts I | 45 (30/15) | To develop understanding of Turkish articles, blog posts, and short stories. | Comprehension Tests |
| TUR 3004 | Functional Writing in Turkish | 60 (40/20) | To teach learners how to write emails, journal entries, and reports. | Writing Portfolio |
| TUR 3005 | Turkish Culture & Media I | 45 (30/15) | To explore cultural norms through songs, advertisements, and social customs. | Group Presentation, Quiz |
| TUR 3006 | Turkish for Travel & Tourism | 45 (20/25) | To prepare learners to handle travel, shopping, health, and emergency conversations. | Role-play, Project |
📘 MODULE II – Advanced Turkish Usage and Literature (CEFR B2–C1)
Overall Objective:
To enable learners to participate in extended discussions, write academic and professional texts, and interpret Turkish literary and journalistic content.
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Hours (T/P) | General Objective | Assessment Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TUR 4001 | Advanced Grammar & Sentence Formation | 60 (40/20) | To master complex grammar including passive voice, indirect speech, subjunctive mood, and connectors. | CAT, Written Exam |
| TUR 4002 | Listening to Native-Level Conversations | 45 (15/30) | To develop the ability to understand fast-paced, idiomatic Turkish from media and dialogue. | Audio Quiz, Summary |
| TUR 4003 | Turkish Literature and Analysis | 60 (30/30) | To introduce short stories, poetry, and modern Turkish novels with discussion and critique. | Reading Logs, Essay |
| TUR 4004 | Debate & Argumentation in Turkish | 60 (20/40) | To build confidence in presenting and defending opinions in structured forums. | Oral Debates |
| TUR 4005 | Academic & Persuasive Writing | 60 (40/20) | To enable writing of essays, summaries, and opinion pieces on social and academic issues. | Essay Portfolio |
| TUR 4006 | Turkish Society, Dialects & Proverbs | 45 (30/15) | To explore regional dialects, idioms, and proverbs as cultural tools for expression. | Project, Oral Quiz |
📘 MODULE III – Professional and Academic Mastery (CEFR C1–C2)
Overall Objective:
To train learners for advanced academic work, professional communication, and real-world interaction with Turkish-speaking environments.
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Hours (T/P) | General Objective | Assessment Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TUR 5001 | Turkish for Professional Settings | 60 (30/30) | To develop language used in diplomacy, business, education, and healthcare. | Scenario-based Test |
| TUR 5002 | Formal Presentations & Public Speaking | 45 (15/30) | To teach learners to structure and deliver speeches and briefings. | Oral Presentation |
| TUR 5003 | Research & Thesis Writing in Turkish | 60 (40/20) | To guide learners in writing academic papers and proposals. | Capstone Proposal |
| TUR 5004 | Translation & Interpretation | 60 (20/40) | To provide foundational training in bilingual Turkish-English interpretation. | Translation Practicum |
| TUR 5005 | Capstone Project / Bilingual Portfolio | 120 (0/120) | To showcase mastery through a language research project, cultural study, or portfolio. | Supervisor Report, Defense |
| TUR 5006 | TÖMER/YÖS Test Preparation | 30 (10/20) | To prepare for official Turkish language tests required for academic entry. | Mock Exams |
📝 Assessment and Certification
Assessment Components:
-
Continuous Assessments (30%)
-
Written Examinations (30%)
-
Oral/Practical Exams (30%)
-
Capstone Project (10%)
Upon successful completion of all modules, learners are awarded the:
Diploma in Turkish Language – Somali Institute of Technology and Professional Studies
💼 Career Prospects
Graduates of this diploma are equipped for roles such as:
-
✅ Turkish Language Tutor / Instructor
-
✅ Interpreter / Translator
-
✅ Embassy or Consular Assistant
-
✅ Import-Export Coordinator (Turkey–Africa relations)
-
✅ Academic Researcher or Cultural Liaison
-
✅ Tourism & Hospitality Specialist
-
✅ Turkish Scholarship & Migration Consultant
📌 Disclaimer & Placement
-
Students with prior Turkish knowledge must sit for a placement assessment to determine their appropriate entry module.
-
Students may be exempted from Module I based on performance and certification from recognized bodies.
