Academic Unit: Department of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition
Program Director: Head of Department
Program Type: Undergraduate (Bachelor's Degree)
Level of Qualification: First Cycle (Bachelor's)
Degree Awarded: Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural Engineering (Graduate of NKU Faculty of Agriculture, Department of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition).
Mode of Study: Full-Time
High school diploma or equivalent secondary education.
Recognition of Prior Learning: While the formal recognition of prior non-formal learning is in its early stages at Namık Kemal University, students may take exemption exams for compulsory foreign language courses at the beginning of each academic year.
To graduate, students must:
Maintain a Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 2.00/4.00.
Complete a minimum of 240 ECTS credits.
Successfully complete all mandatory internships within the specified duration and criteria.
The program aims to conduct research to solve regional and national soil and agricultural production problems. It strives to train Soil Science and Plant Nutrition experts equipped with contemporary knowledge and deeply integrated with the realities of national agriculture.
Graduates are employed in various sectors, including:
Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry; Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change.
State Hydraulic Works (DSI) and General Directorate of Tea Enterprises (ÇAYKUR).
Agricultural Credit Cooperatives and Soil Products Office (TMO).
Agricultural Unions (TARİŞ, FİSKOBİRLİK, TRAKYA BİRLİK).
Commodity Exchanges and private/public soil, water, and fertilizer analysis laboratories.
Fertilizer Factories and Agricultural Consulting Companies.
Agricultural Insurance (TARSİM) and banking sectors.
Academic positions at Universities.
At least one Midterm Exam and one Final Exam per semester.
Additional assessments include projects, assignments, and laboratory reports.
Passing Grade: 60/100.
Weighting: Generally, 30% of the Midterm average and 70% of the Final/Makeup exam grade. (Note: Faculty boards may adjust these ratios between 30%–50% for midterms and 50%–70% for finals).
| Score | Letter Grade | Grade Points | Status |
| 90-100 | AA | 4.00 | Successful |
| 80-89 | BA | 3.50 | Successful |
| 70-79 | BB | 3.00 | Successful |
| 65-69 | CB | 2.50 | Successful |
| 60-64 | CC | 2.00 | Successful |
| 50-59 | DD | 1.50 | Failed* |
| 30-49 | FD | 1.00 | Failed |
| 0-29 | FF | 0.00 | Failed |
Note on DD: If a student's CGPA is 2.50 (CB) or higher, a DD grade is considered "Conditionally Successful" and recorded as DB. Otherwise, it is a failing grade.
Honor Student: CGPA between 3.00 – 3.49.
High Honor Student: CGPA of 3.50 or above.
Scientific Knowledge: Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science, and specific Soil Science disciplines; ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge to complex engineering problems.
Problem Analysis: Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex problems in Soil Science and Plant Nutrition using appropriate modeling methods.
Design and Development: Ability to design a complex system, process, or product under realistic constraints and modern design methods.
Modern Tool Usage: Competency in selecting and using modern techniques and IT tools necessary for engineering practices.
Research and Experimentation: Ability to design experiments, collect data, and interpret results for investigating complex research topics.
Teamwork: Ability to function effectively within multi-disciplinary teams and work independently.
Communication: Effectiveness in written and oral communication, including reporting and presentation skills.
Lifelong Learning: Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning and the ability to access information and follow developments in science and technology.
Ethics and Responsibility: Adherence to ethical principles and professional responsibility.
Management and Innovation: Knowledge of project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship and sustainable development.
Social and Legal Impact: Understanding the impact of engineering solutions on health, environment, and safety, as well as the legal consequences of engineering applications.