The Role of Disaster Management in Architectural Education in Turkey

This article examines and discusses disaster management in architectural education in Turkey. Given Turkey's geographical location and its susceptibility to disasters, it is crucial for architectural education to address this topic and equip future architects with relevant knowledge and skills. Through a comprehensive literature review, we explore the role of disaster management in Turkish architectural education. We find a limited focus on disaster management by analyzing curricula in accredited architectural programs. Enhancing education and awareness in this area will empower architects to enhance public safety, sustainability, and resilience. Hence, all architectural programs in Turkey should prioritize disaster management, allocate more space for it in their curricula, and impart the necessary knowledge and skills to students to tackle disasters effectively. Collaboration among research institutions, public agencies, and architectural departments is vital to create a multidisciplinary approach to disaster management education. Additionally, interactive teaching methods should be employed to instruct future architects in current approaches, case studies, and innovative techniques related to disaster management. Architectural education must evolve to address the complexities of disaster management and prepare future architects effectively. This research identifies challenges and opportunities for improving architectural education concerning disaster management in Turkey, providing recommendations for future research and policy initiatives. The comprehensive perspective presented here sheds light on the significance of disaster management education in Turkish architectural programs, offering valuable guidance for the country's disaster management education and ensuring a resilient built environment for the future. [This paper was published in: "EJER Congress 2023 International Eurasian Educational Research Congress Conference Proceedings," Ani Publishing, 2023, pp. 292-307.]