Fotonik Bölümü

Career Opportunities for Our Graduates

Photonics graduates, due to their interdisciplinary education focusing on technologies for the production, control, and detection of light, can be employed in a wide range of strategic fields, from defense and telecommunications to healthcare and energy. By 2026, photonics technology is seen as "the innovative field of the future" and is particularly in demand for R&D and manufacturing-oriented roles.

• Defense industry companies such as ASELSAN, HAVELSAN , TUSAŞ (TAI), ROKETSAN, BAYKAR and BMC develop laser-guided systems, night vision technologies, optical sensors, thermal cameras and defense imaging technologies.
• Design, installation, and management of quantum and fiber optic communication networks within organizations under the Ministry of Transport.
• Development of laser surgery devices, endoscopy systems, medical imaging and biosensors within the Ministry of Health and related institutions.
• The Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources and related organizations utilize solar panels, LED technologies, and energy-efficient lighting systems.
• Development of photonic technologies in institutions under the Ministry of Science and Technology.
• Development of photonics R&D processes in institutions such as TÜBİTAK Marmara Research Institute.
• Performing duties in researcher and faculty positions at national and international universities or institutes.
• Performing duties related to training technical personnel in state and private schools affiliated with the Ministry of National Education.
• In various industrial firms; laser cutting, quality control sensors and image processing systems.

Photonics graduates can work in positions such as photonics specialists, technicians, R&D personnel, quality control personnel, sales and marketing roles, researchers, and instructors.