The KHAS Placement Test is an English exam held at the beginning of each academic year, containing grammar and vocabulary questions. The KHAS Proficiency Exam (YS), on the other hand, is conducted at the end of each semester to assess students’ listening, writing, and reading skills.
The KHAS-STS is mandatory for all new students enrolling at the university. Students who pass the threshold level (B1) in this exam are eligible to take the English Proficiency Exam. At this stage, students who score at least 60 out of 100 can begin their accepted undergraduate programs at the start of the following academic year.
Our English Preparatory Program offers instruction at 6 different levels:
- Track Intro – Beginner Level
- Track 1 – Elementary Level
- Track 2 – Pre-Intermediate
- Track 3 – Intermediate Level
- Track 4 – Upper-Intermediate Level
- Track 5 – Advanced Level
Students progress through one track each semester.
Newly registered students are placed in a specific track based on the results of the Placement Test (STS).
Objections to the KHAS-LPPE exam results can be made within three working days from the date of the announcement of the results. Factual error refers to errors that do not necessitate the re-evaluation of the exam paper. Exam papers of which the results have already been announced are not inspected and reevaluated for anything other than material errors. Objections made after three working days will not be taken into consideration.
Portfolio grades, short exams, Midterm and Final exams are shown to students by their own instructors, and factual errors if any are determined and corrected. The results of these exams cannot be appealed by means of a petition since during the term results are shown, feedback is given by instructor and students are able to see their mistakes.
The attendance principles concerning the courses of the Preparatory Program are designated by the School of Foreign Languages and, announced to the students at the beginning of each academic year.
At the beginning of the academic semester, 20% of the total course hours, which may vary across the levels, are calculated and this information is shared with the students.
Students can track their grades and absenteeism through the KHAS Learn system.
You can check the Academic Calendar for exam dates and all other important dates: https://akademiktakvim.khas.edu.tr/
In the English Preparatory Program, you are required to attend at least 80% of your classes each semester. Students with absences exceeding 20% of the total class hours for the semester will not be allowed to take the final exams.
Medical reports from state or private hospitals that cover 4 days or more are accepted as valid excuses and will not count as absences.
Valid reports must be sent to prep@khas.edu.tr or submitted to the Administrative Affairs Office within three business days following the end date of the report.
Students whose reports are approved can take the make-up exam for midterm and final exams. There is no make-up for KHAS-LPPE exams.
- Each lecturer offers office hours, at least one hour per week, to the classes she teaches. Students can request support individually or in groups by making an appointment. If they deem it necessary, the lecturer can invite students to office hours to study certain subjects.
- Those who want to improve their written and verbal communication skills in English outside of the classroom can benefit from the one-to-one tutorials, additional courses, workshops, speaking groups and activities provided by the iLearning Center.
- Learning-Hub: Our students can benefit from the books, resources and extra materials in the Learning-Hub, which will be located on the basement floor of SFL, and they can also do extra reading, study and group work before or after the lesson in the study area here.
The Learning Hub offers one-on-one lessons, additional classes, and workshops to help students improve their language skills and enhance individual learning. It identifies individual needs, establishes tailored study programs, provides study materials and feedback, monitors student progress, and offers necessary guidance and support based on changing needs over time. Additionally, the hub provides opportunities for students to use, develop, and apply their English skills outside of lessons through various activities and initiatives to promote and enhance language learning.
Students who encounter problems in any subject during their education can contact the Administrative Affairs office. If a student has a problem related to class, they should first talk to the instructor of their class. If there is no result from the dialogues with the instructor, the student can contact the Şahin Çetin, the Assistant Director who is responsible for the English Preparatory Program students. If necessary, they can apply in writing to the School of Foreign Languages Administrative Affairs Office.
The document you can request from the SFL Administrative Affairs Office: Prep Program Achievement Certificate.
The preparation time for the documents you request is the next business day from the requested day. Students can request documents through Sparks.
The Student Affairs Directorate prepares the student certificate in the main campus. The documents requested by the students through the Sparks system are sent to the student e-mails one day later. Students who want to receive the delivery with a wet signature have to send an e-mail to the main Student Affairs Office and state their requests.
Sparks: Student portal, academic registration and information system (https://sparks.khas.edu.tr/)
KHAS Learn: Learning Management System (https://learn.khas.edu.tr/)
MyKHAS: University portal (intranet) (https://my.khas.edu.tr/)
Wi-fi: For internet access on campus
E-mail: All students are given an e-mail address with the extension “@stu.khas.edu.tr” (https://outlook.office.com/mail/).
Information Center: for access to e-resources (https://bilgimerkezi.khas.edu.tr/)
Computer lab: To open the computers in the lab
Password: You can access all systems/applications within the university with a single password, by completing the necessary steps at the link https://parola.khas.edu.tr/.
It is necessary to apply to the Security Affairs Office located at the entrance of A-Block.
You can access the list of clubs here. For detailed information, you can contact the Campus Life Office.