Radio, Television and Cinema
Language of Instruction: Turkish
Teaching Period: 4 years formal training
Chairperson of Department: Prof. Dr. Fevzi Kasap
Purpose of the Department
Radio, cinema, and television are among the most influential mass communication tools shaping and transforming societies today. In this context, the Department of Radio, Television and Cinema at Near East University aims to educate qualified, well-equipped, and versatile communication professionals capable of taking on various roles in the media industry, particularly in radio and
television broadcasting.
The education provided not only equips students with technical skills but also ensures that they develop into well-informed, socially responsible individuals with strong ethical values, critical thinking abilities, and a comprehensive understanding of the world.
Educational Approach and Recent Developments (2024–2025)
The Department continuously updates its curriculum in line with rapid advancements in communication technologies. The innovations implemented during the 2024–2025 academic year have further strengthened its practice-oriented and technology-driven educational vision.
Within this scope:
• The infrastructure of NEU TV and NEU FM has been enhanced to provide students with professional broadcasting experience.
• The Perspective Digital Newspaper enables students to actively participate in digital journalism and content production processes.
• The curriculum has been updated with artificial intelligence-based courses, integrating contemporary digital media competencies into the education process.
• Course contents are continuously revised through ongoing collaboration with media industry stakeholders, ensuring that education remains dynamic and up-to-date.
Physical Infrastructure and Practical Opportunities
The Department offers not only theoretical education but also practice environments that closely resemble real industry conditions:
• NEU TV: Professional television production environment
• NEU FM: Radio broadcasting practice platform
• Digital publishing platforms and Perspective Digital Newspaper
• Studios and editing laboratories
These facilities enable students to graduate as highly skilled individuals with substantial hands-on
experience.
Quality Assurance, Participation, and Continuous Improvement
Educational processes in the Department are conducted in line with student satisfaction, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement principles.
Within this framework, students actively participate in governance through a student representative (mentor) system. They are represented at the department, faculty, and executive board levels, contributing to decision-making processes and strengthening a participatory and transparent management approach.
Additionally, educational processes are continuously monitored and updated based on:
• Internal and external stakeholder feedback,
• Sectoral developments,
• Technological advancements.
Internships, Industry Collaboration, and Practice-Based Education
The Department offers comprehensive internship opportunities to support students’ professional development:
• Course-based internship practices
• Mandatory industry internships
• Voluntary internship opportunities
The Department maintains strong collaborations with radio, television, cinema, media production companies, and digital platforms. Through these partnerships, students engage directly with the industry and gain professional experience before graduation.
Student Production, Competitions, and Portfolio Development
The Department adopts a production-oriented educational approach that encourages student creativity and output:
• Participation in national and international competitions is actively supported,
• Student–academic staff–industry collaboration is fostered,
• Creative project development is encouraged.
This approach enables students not only to enhance their production motivation but also to gain experience in various professional platforms and build strong, high-quality portfolios before graduation.
Objectives
The primary objective of the Department is to educate individuals who:
• Possess universal values,
• Think critically and pluralistically,
• Are inquisitive and research-oriented,
• Have the ability to generate and effectively use knowledge,
• Integrate theoretical knowledge with practice,
• Are competent in both academic and professional fields.
Additionally, the Department aims to train future academics and support graduates in contributing innovative ideas and practices to the media sector.
Academic and Sectoral Achievements
The Department of Radio, Television and Cinema stands out with:
• Award-winning projects at national and international film festivals,
• Productions screened in various countries and platforms,
• Academic publications in prestigious indexes such as SSCI, AHCI, ESCI, and Scopus.
Furthermore, symposia, panels, workshops, and film screenings are regularly organized to support both academic and professional development of students.
Message from the Head of Department
The Department of Radio, Television and Cinema at Near East University adopts an educational approach that continuously renews itself in line with rapidly evolving media technologies and prepares students for the future of communication.
Considering the transformative power of mass communication tools, it is essential for students in this field to possess both strong theoretical knowledge and practical competence. Our department integrates these two dimensions, offering a comprehensive and contemporary learning environment.
With our strong technical infrastructure, dynamic academic staff, and ongoing collaborations with the media industry, we firmly believe that our graduates will become successful media professionals.
As a department that maintains close ties with its alumni, we confidently foresee that every student who joins the Near East University family will become a valuable part of this success.
Prof. Dr. Fevzi Kasap
Head of Department