Operating under the umbrella of Bursa Uludağ University, the İnegöl Vocational School is an educational institution established to train the qualified technical personnel required by the regional industry. The Textile Technology Program was founded in 1995, concurrent with the establishment of the vocational school, and commenced its academic activities in 1996. The program was initiated primarily to address the demand for skilled technical staff within the textile and weaving industry, which is highly active in Bursa—and particularly in the vicinity of İnegöl. Since its inception, the program has aimed to train textile technicians who are proficient in textile production processes, capable of utilizing technology, and equipped to meet the specific needs of the sector. To ensure direct engagement with the industry, the curriculum incorporates summer internships and workplace training, which serve as vital components of the educational process. Through these opportunities, students are able to reinforce their theoretical knowledge with practical application and gain valuable industry experience. Today, the Textile Technology Program continues its educational mission—focusing on training qualified technical personnel for businesses in the textile sector, with a particular emphasis on woven fabric production—while further developing its operations in close collaboration with the regional industry.
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Qualification Awarded
This program is subject to the 120 ECTS-credit first-cycle degree system in the field of Textile Technology within higher education. Upon successful completion of the program and fulfillment of the program competencies, the title of Textile Technician is awarded.
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Level of Qualification
Short Cycle
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Specific Admission Requirements
Candidates are required to hold a high school diploma or an equivalent qualification. Student admission to the program is conducted via a centralized examination administered by ÖSYM, based on the TYT score type.
Additionally, foreign students are admitted in accordance with the "BUÜ Directive on the Admission of Students from Abroad or Foreign Nationals."
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Specific arrangements for the recognition of prior learning
The provisions in “Regulation on Transfer among Associate and Undergraduate Degree Programs, Double Major, and Subspecialty and the Principals of Credit Transfer among Institutions in Higher Education Institutions” are applied.
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Qualification Requirements and Regulations
To obtain an associate degree in the Textile Technologies Program, students must successfully complete all required and elective courses (totaling 120 ECTS credits), complete a 30-day Industry-Based Training program, and achieve a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.00 out of 4.00.
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Profile of The Programme
The objective of the Textile Technology Program at İnegöl Vocational School is to train qualified technical personnel to meet the needs of the textile and weaving industry in Bursa and its surrounding regions. The program aims to develop technicians capable of working in woven fabric production processes—possessing expertise that spans from fibers and yarns to weaving and fundamental finishing—while fostering a strong sense of quality awareness and a commitment to occupational health, safety, and environmental sustainability. Furthermore, the program seeks to ensure that graduates are well-equipped to keep pace with technological advancements in the sector, excel in team-based environments, and pursue continuous professional development. Mission of the Textile Technology Program: To train qualified textile technicians who possess the technical knowledge and practical skills required by the textile industry; who can play an active role in production and quality processes; who are committed to professional ethical values ??and are conscious of occupational health and safety; and who stay abreast of technological advancements with a mindset geared toward lifelong learning. Vision of the Textile Technology Program: To be a leading vocational training program in the field of textiles—recognized for its practice-oriented educational approach, strong industry partnerships, and commitment to continuous improvement—that supplies the sector with a skilled workforce and contributes to regional development.
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Key Learning Outcomes - TYYÇ - TAY Relationship
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Key Learning Outcomes
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Has fundamental, current, and applied knowledge related to the field of textiles.
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Has knowledge of occupational health and safety, environmental awareness, and quality processes.
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Follows current developments and practices related to textile technology and applies them effectively.
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Effectively uses information technologies (software, programs, etc.) related to textile technology.
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Independently evaluates problems and issues related to the profession of textile technician from an analytical and critical perspective and develops solutions.
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Effectively presents and clearly expresses ideas at the level of knowledge and skills through written and oral communication in Turkish.
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Takes responsibility as a team member in solving complex and/or unforeseen problems encountered in textile production processes.
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Has awareness of career management and lifelong learning.
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Demonstrates awareness of social, scientific, cultural, and ethical values during the collection and application of data related to the field of textiles and the dissemination of the results.
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Uses a foreign language to follow information in the field and communicate with colleagues.
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Explains textile raw materials, material types, and production technologies.
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Understands and applies the production and quality control processes of textile products.
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Understands and applies calculations related to production and relevant parameters in textile production processes.
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Uses computer-aided drawing and design software related to the field of textiles.
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Key Learning Outcomes - TYYÇ Relationship
Key Learning Outcomes
TYYC-1 KNOWLEDGE (Theoretical - Applied)
TYYC-2 SKILLS (Cognitive - Applied)
TYYC-3 COMPETENCE (Independent Working and Responsibility)
TYYC-4 COMPETENCE (Learning Competence)
TYYC-5 COMPETENCE (Communication and Social Competence)
TYYC-6 COMPETENCE (Field-Specific Competence)
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Has fundamental, current, and applied knowledge related to the field of textiles.
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Has knowledge of occupational health and safety, environmental awareness, and quality processes.
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Follows current developments and practices related to textile technology and applies them effectively.
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Effectively uses information technologies (software, programs, etc.) related to textile technology.
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Independently evaluates problems and issues related to the profession of textile technician from an analytical and critical perspective and develops solutions.
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Effectively presents and clearly expresses ideas at the level of knowledge and skills through written and oral communication in Turkish.
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Takes responsibility as a team member in solving complex and/or unforeseen problems encountered in textile production processes.
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Has awareness of career management and lifelong learning.
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Demonstrates awareness of social, scientific, cultural, and ethical values during the collection and application of data related to the field of textiles and the dissemination of the results.
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Uses a foreign language to follow information in the field and communicate with colleagues.
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Explains textile raw materials, material types, and production technologies.
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Understands and applies the production and quality control processes of textile products.
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Understands and applies calculations related to production and relevant parameters in textile production processes.
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Uses computer-aided drawing and design software related to the field of textiles.
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Key Learning Outcomes - TAY Relationship
Key Learning Outcomes
TAY-1 KNOWLEDGE (Theoretical - Applied)
TAY-2 SKILLS (Cognitive - Applied)
TAY-3 COMPETENCE (Independent Working and Responsibility)
TAY-4 COMPETENCE (Learning Competence)
TAY-5 COMPETENCE (Communication and Social Competence)
TAY-6 COMPETENCE (Field-Specific Competence)
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Has fundamental, current, and applied knowledge related to the field of textiles.
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Has knowledge of occupational health and safety, environmental awareness, and quality processes.
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Follows current developments and practices related to textile technology and applies them effectively.
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Effectively uses information technologies (software, programs, etc.) related to textile technology.
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Independently evaluates problems and issues related to the profession of textile technician from an analytical and critical perspective and develops solutions.
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Effectively presents and clearly expresses ideas at the level of knowledge and skills through written and oral communication in Turkish.
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Takes responsibility as a team member in solving complex and/or unforeseen problems encountered in textile production processes.
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Has awareness of career management and lifelong learning.
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Demonstrates awareness of social, scientific, cultural, and ethical values during the collection and application of data related to the field of textiles and the dissemination of the results.
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Uses a foreign language to follow information in the field and communicate with colleagues.
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Explains textile raw materials, material types, and production technologies.
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Understands and applies the production and quality control processes of textile products.
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Understands and applies calculations related to production and relevant parameters in textile production processes.
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Uses computer-aided drawing and design software related to the field of textiles.
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Occupational Profiles of Graduates With Examples
Upon entering the workforce, students of the İnegöl Textile Technology Program can easily find employment as "Textile Technicians"—a role representing the intermediate-level personnel most in demand within the sector. They are qualified to work as department supervisors in any area of ??the textile industry.
Graduates of the Textile Technology Program are trained as skilled technical personnel capable of working in various sectors of the textile industry—particularly woven fabric production—as well as in areas such as garment manufacturing, textile finishing and dyeing, quality control, and laboratory operations.
Program graduates are equipped to handle technical tasks in the industry, such as production monitoring, machine setup, product development, and process improvement. Furthermore, they can be employed across various departments of the sector as individuals who keep pace with technological advancements to enhance operational efficiency, work effectively in teams, and pursue continuous professional development.
In the Bursa and İnegöl region—a hub of industrial activity—graduates have opportunities to work for national and international textile companies specializing in weaving, apparel, and home textile production. The program also supports graduates in advancing their careers by enabling them to pursue a bachelor´s degree through the Vertical Transfer Exam (DGS).
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Access to Further Studies
Upon completing their associate degree studies, graduates of the Textile Technology Program can transfer to four-year undergraduate programs via the Vertical Transfer Exam (DGS) administered by ÖSYM.
Depending on their academic performance, graduates can enroll in undergraduate programs within the fields of textiles and fashion—such as Textile Engineering, Textile and Fashion Design, Fashion Design, Textile Design, and Fashion Apparel Design.
Additionally, if they choose to do so, graduates can also transfer via the DGS to undergraduate programs in various other fields, such as Business Administration, Economics, Public Administration, Public Finance, Labor Economics and Industrial Relations, International Relations, and Public Relations and Publicity.
The programs eligible for transfer via the DGS and the associated quotas are announced annually in the DGS preference guide published by ÖSYM.
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Examination Regulations, Assessment and Grading
Before the start of each semester, students must register for their courses and in order to admit to the final examinations they must be continued for at least 70% of courses and 80% of practical applications. Students are subjected to at least one midterm and final exam. For each course the instructor advises students at the beginning of each semester with regard to the requirements for midterm examinations, papers and other assignments, conditions for admission to final examinations, and the weighting of midterm examinations, assignments and other studies in the calculation of the final course grade.The course instructor assigns a grade of between 0 and 100 for each course taken by a student and this grade is known as the raw score. Students must take at least 50 on 100 for each course. A student who has received any of the AA, BA, BB, CB, CC letter grade is considered as successful in that course. DD and DC are probation passing grades. Students must have a GPA of over 2 to be successful from any course received DD or DC letter grade.
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Graduation Requirements
To successfully complete the program, it is required to pass all the courses included in the program (equivalent to 120 ECTS credits), achieve a weighted grade point average of at least 2.00 out of 4.00, and successfully complete the industry-based training (internship).
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Mode of Study
Full-Time
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Address and Contact Details
Program Başkanı Öğr.Gör.Dr.Neslihan YÜRÜK nyuruk@uludag.edu.tr Dahili: 61733 Öğr. Gör. Dr. Mürüvvet MANGUT mangut@uludag.edu.tr Dahili: 61731 Prof. Dr. Zeynep ÖMEROĞULLARI BAŞYİĞİT zeynepbasyigit@uludag.edu.tr Dahili: 61710 Adres: İnegöl Meslek Yüksekokulu Turgutalp Mah. Mahmut Esat Bey Cd. No:208 16400 İnegöl / BURSA +90 224 294 26 65 Mail : inegolmyo@uludag.edu.tr
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Facilities
Three academic staff members serve in the program. In addition to the compulsory courses designed to develop fundamental and professional knowledge, the curriculum includes elective courses tailored to students´ interests and aptitudes. The courses offered cover the disciplines of fiber, yarn, fabric, dyeing and printing, and garment manufacturing. Theoretical courses are complemented by practical classes, ensuring that students gain hands-on experience.
