Our Mission
At Yalova University’s School of Foreign Languages, our mission is to equip students with the foreign language knowledge and skills they need to pursue their academic studies successfully and communicate effectively in international settings. In line with this mission, our modular curriculum, aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), aims to develop the four language skills—listening, speaking, reading and writing—in a balanced way while fostering students’ 21st-century skills.
Designed for students who will study in English-medium departments, our preparatory programme adopts a learning-centred approach. It encourages active participation in the learning process and employs teaching methods that help students develop effective independent learning strategies. Alongside content designed to develop the four language skills, the programme includes modules that support critical thinking, problem-solving and digital literacy. By the end of the programme, students are expected to achieve at least B2-level language proficiency.
Teaching and learning take place in classrooms equipped with technological resources suited to language education and are guided by qualified instructors committed to continuous professional development. These processes are designed to maximise students’ foreign language proficiency.
Our Vision
Our vision at Yalova University’s School of Foreign Languages is to be a leading institution providing innovative, student-centred foreign language education aligned with international standards. We aim to develop students into individuals who possess a high level of language proficiency and 21st-century skills, including critical thinking and digital literacy, and who can communicate effectively in global contexts.