Mission and Vision

MISSION

The mission of the Ankara Medipol University Oral and Dental Health Program is to train qualified healthcare professionals through an education approach that complies with national and international standards, closely follows scientific and technological developments, and continuously renews itself. From the start of their education, the Program aims to raise students as responsible and self-confident individuals who adhere to the principles of professional ethics and prioritize patient safety. The Program's primary goal is to produce competent graduates who can work in effective collaboration with dentists in preventive and therapeutic oral and dental health practices, who prioritize public health, and who contribute to the protection of general health. An integral part of our mission is also to train individuals who develop sensitivity towards raising awareness of preventive oral and dental health among individuals and society, who are committed to professional values, and who embrace lifelong learning.

In line with this mission, the Program has adopted the following core objectives:

• Developing students' professional knowledge, skills and competencies within the framework of the quality assurance system,
• Conducting education and training processes with a continuous improvement (PDCA cycle) approach,
• Training individuals who are responsive to the needs of the sector, stakeholders and society,
• Equipping students with lifelong learning, critical thinking and problem-solving skills,
• Providing graduates with competencies that will enhance their employability.

VISION:

The vision of the Ankara Medipol University Oral and Dental Health Program is to be a respected, preferred and pioneering program in its field at the national and international level, founded on quality and innovation in education.

It aims to be an education center that closely follows scientific developments, contributes to the improvement of public oral and dental health, and makes a difference through its qualified graduates.

It also aims to be a point of reference that embraces continuous development, adapts to the needs of the age, and trains individuals with high professional competence.

In line with this vision, the Program aims to maintain an educational approach that:

• Embraces continuous improvement,
• Effectively reflects stakeholder feedback in educational processes,
• Is preferred for the professional competence and ethical stance of its graduates,
• Uses innovative educational methods and technologies.

CORE PRINCIPLES AND VALUES 

• The core principles and values adopted by the Oral and Dental Health Program in its education, research and service processes are presented below:
• Quality Assurance and Continuous Improvement
• Conducting education and training activities within the framework of the Plan–Do–Check–Act (PDCA) cycle, and regularly monitoring and improving all processes.
• Student-Centered Education
• Adopting a competency-based educational approach that is founded on students' active participation in learning processes and takes individual differences into account.
• Professional Ethics and Responsibility
• Training individuals who are able to take responsibility in oral and dental health practices, adhere to the ethical principles of the health professions, respect the rights of employees and patients, and have a strong sense of social responsibility.
• Scientific Rigor and Currency
• Closely following scientific developments and technological innovations in the field and integrating them into the theoretical and practical curriculum.
• Practice-Oriented Education
• Reflecting theoretical knowledge in fieldwork and reinforcing it with practice, and enabling students to gain professional experience through sector collaborations.
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Systematically incorporating the views and suggestions of internal and external stakeholders (students, graduates, sector representatives, etc.) into educational processes.
• Accessibility and Equal Opportunity
• Providing a fair and accessible learning environment for all students in adherence to the principle of equality in education.
• Lifelong Learning
• Helping students develop learning habits that will enable them to continue their professional development after graduation.