English Preparatory School

HEPP is “compulsory” for learners who are registered in departments in which the medium of instruction is English. Learners registered in Turkish-medium departments are required to inform the Student Affairs during their registration if they wish to attend HEPP.

HEPP lasts for a year and it consists of 4 modules. Each module lasts 8 weeks. The learners who are at B2 level are eligible to take the proficiency test. They may study B2 level either in winter, spring terms or summer school.

To be exempted from HEPP you must:

1. receive a minimum of 60/100 points from the Haliç University English Preparatory Programme Proficiency Test (HEPPTEST),
2. or receive a minimum of 65 points YDS/YOKDIL from OSYM,
3. or receive a minimum of 78 points from TOEFL iBT or 67 points from PTE.

The learners from another university who have already attended and received their diplomas stating that their level is B2 in accordance with CEFR, can be exempted from HEPP. (The learners should be prepared to give the official documents and the documents should be valid for maximum 3 years).

Every learner has to first take the Haliç University English Preparatory Programme Placement Test (HEPPLACE), then if they are placed as level B2 (CEFR), they have the right to take Haliç University English Preparatory Programme Proficiency Test (HEPPTEST).

HEPPLACE is not an achievement test. The primary objective of HEPPLACE is to identify the English levels of the learners. HEPPLACE is a multiple-choice exam consisting of reading, vocabulary, listening and grammar sections. Results are announced on the website of HEPP. According to the results of HEPPLACE, learners are placed in classes in accordance with their level. The learners who get 60 and above are eligible to take the proficiency test (HEPPTEST).

For more information visit: https://www.halic.edu.tr/en

1. Where can I find the information about the date, time and place of HEPPLACE?

Information regarding the date of HEPPLACE can be found in the Academic Calendar of the School of Foreign Languages of that academic year. More detailed information about the exam is posted on the “Announcements” page on the official website of HEPP. (https://www.halic.edu.tr/en)   

1. What sections are there in HEPPLACE?

HEPPLACE consists of multiple choice questions on reading, vocabulary, listening and grammar sections.

1. How can I learn the result of my HEPPLACE?

You can learn the result of your HEPPLACE given at the beginning of the academic year by clicking on the “Announcements” page on the official website of HEPP; https://www.halic.edu.tr/en  

1. What is the minimum score I should get in HEPPPLACE in order to be eligible for HEPPTEST?

Learners who achieve a net score of 60 out of 100 will be eligible to take HEPPTEST.

HEPPTEST is an exam that assesses the learners’ proficiency in English. Learners who are successful in HEPPLACE administered at the beginning of the academic year are eligible to take HEPPTEST.                        The learners who get a score of 60/100 or above will be exempt from the HEPP and can start their faculty studies.

Information regarding the date, time and place of HEPPTEST can be found on HEPP website: https://www.halic.edu.tr/en  

1. What is the passing grade for HEPPTEST?

The minimum passing grade required is 60 out of 100.

1. What are the components of HEPPTEST?

Proficiency test consists of two parts.

PART 1 (RECEPTIVE SKILLS)

PART 2 (PRODUCTIVE SKILLS)

To see a sample proficiency test please visit: https://www.halic.edu.tr/en

1. How can I learn the result of my HEPPTEST?

You can learn the result of your HEPPTEST by clicking to the “Announcements” on the webpage of the School of Foreign Languages: https://www.halic.edu.tr/en

1. How can we get prepared for HEPPTEST? What books can I use when studying for HEPPTEST?

Books aimed at KPDS, TOEFL, YDS/e- YDS/YÖKDİL, CAE exams or any proficiency test would be useful.

Your productive skills will be assessed in the exam rather than some specific language structures. Getting information about the components of the exam might be useful. For more information about HEPPTEST and for sample questions, you can visit: https://www.halic.edu.tr/en

Learners may submit a petition to the management of HEPP. All appeals must be submitted in writing within three workdays of the announcement of the exam results.

You can find all forms and petitions on HEPP official website or from the Directorate’s Secretary Office.

I. Education System, Exams, and Attendance

The English education at HEPP is based on modular system in A1, A2, B1 and B2 levels of the Common European Framework of Language Teaching and Testing (CEFR). An academic year in HEPP consists of 4 modules of 8 weeks each. According to the results of HEPPLACE, our learners are placed at their appropriate level: A1, A2, B1 or B2.

A learner is required to comply with the school’s attendance requirements for that module to be eligible to take the module exit test (MET). The learner is also required to complete each module successfully with an overall grade of at least 60/100 to be eligible to take MET in order to advance to a higher level.

The modular system has a flexible structure that responds quickly to changes. The logic behind the modular system is that it allows the learners to progress at their own pace and be notified of their success instantly. The system also contributes to the quality of our language education by allowing close monitoring of learner progress in a shorter period of time.

Yes, regular attendance is required in HEPP. Learners studying at all levels have to meet the attendance requirements in each module in order to be eligible to take MET given at the end of that module. Learners are responsible for keeping track of their class attendance with the help of their main instructor (MI).

The upper limit for absenteeism in each module is 20% of the total class hours of that module with or without a medical report.

No, even if you have a medical report, you will be marked absent. Reports taken due to illness are not deducted from absence.

Those reports accepted by the university are only valid through evaluation of the HEPP management.

Nobody can be deprived of the right to education. That is why the late comers are able to enter the classroom in the first 5 minutes of ONLY the first lesson, that is between 10.00 – 10.05, otherwise, they will be marked absent.

You can check your grades and your attendance record with the help of your MI.

The classes are arranged on the basis of some academic principles and physical conditions. That is why such demands are not accepted by HEPP management except for the very extraordinary situations. Extraordinary situations are dealt timely and discreetly. For example, extraordinary situations may involve but not limited to learners who are under medication.

THERE ARE NO MAKE-UPS FOR QUIZZES OR TASKS.  Learners can take make-up exams for Mid-Module TEST (MMT) or Module Exit Test (MET) provided that the medical report they have submitted is acceptable by HEPP management. Medical reports have to be submitted to Directorate’s Secretary Office within three workdays following the final date of the report. 

Learners have to record a video of their issues and/or provide legal documents to prove their claims. Only then, they will be given the right to take a make-up exam. 

As the Orientation Meeting with Students provides detailed information about HEPP, attendance is absolutely compulsory. All information regarding HEPP will be provided in detail during the Orientation Meeting with Students, and all issues that the learners are curious about will be answered. If you do not attend the orientation, you could miss out important information on academic subjects such as rules and regulations, and requirements you are expected to meet. The date and time of the Orientation Meeting with Students will be announced on HEPP official website Announcements page:

https://www.halic.edu.tr/en

Simply put, yes. These learners are required to fill in the “Application Form for Participation in HEPP” during their registration, indicating their wish to attend the programme. Learners who have filled in this form are deemed to have accepted all terms and conditions regarding HEPP. Learners who fail to fill in this form, or those who do not state their wish to do so will not be accepted and will be assigned to their respective departments. 

HEPP provides learners several opportunities such as the following:

• Learners who attend and successfully complete HEPP will be in great demand in their sectors when they combine the English language they have learned with their academic and vocational education,   
• Learners interested in studying abroad through learner exchange programmes like the ERASMUS and the World Exchange will be one step closer to passing the English proficiency test and will be one step ahead of others in their academic and social life in the countries they go to thanks to their proficiency in English and transferable 21^st century soft skills.
• When these learners apply to a company for internship, they are more likely to be preferred thanks to their proficiency in English and transferable 21^st century soft skills. 

Yes, there is an 8-week Summer School for level B2 as the fifth and last module of the academic year. With the help of Summer School, learners can finish HEPP in one academic year. Summer School is designed to help learners achieve their goals to go on with their faculty studies.

1. Is Summer School free?

No. Learners need to contact Student Affairs and Financial Office.

1. Who should attend the Summer School?

Those who would like to finish their English learning process in one academic year, who have failed level B2, and/or who have successfully completed level B1 module can attend the Summer School.