An Evaluation of a Regional Architectural Education Model in Türkiye: The Accreditation Process of the Department of Architecture at Mardin Artuklu University
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https://doi.org/10.57125/FED.2026.09.02Keywords:
Mardin Artuklu University, Architecture Education, Accreditation, Architecture Accreditation Board (MİAK), Quality Assurance.Abstract
Quality assurance in architecture departments in Turkey is provided through the accreditation system run by the Architecture Accreditation Board (MİAK). This study comprehensively examines the process of establishing quality assurance in architecture education at the Department of Architecture at Mardin Artuklu University, focusing on preparatory work towards the accreditation standards set by MİAK. The research discusses how the department's regional, cultural, and multilingual structure is reflected in the education programme and how this unique context is aligned with accreditation requirements. The findings show that accreditation is not only a mechanism for improving educational quality, but also a strategic tool that enhances the visibility and recognition of regional universities at national and international levels. In this context, the study aims to contribute to the rethinking of regional architecture education models in Turkey within the framework of quality assurance. The study reveals the transformative effects of preparing for the accreditation process on institutional learning, programme development, and stakeholder participation. It also emphasises that the relationship between the local context and universal quality standards plays a decisive role in developing sustainable and context-sensitive quality assurance approaches for regional universities.
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