Ferhat Apuhan

Ferhat Apuhan is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Islamic History and Arts at Bingöl University's Faculty of Theology, where he was appointed in September 2025. His academic career follows extensive experience as a history teacher and administrator in Bingöl's educational institutions under the Ministry of National Education.

His educational background includes:

• PhD in Islamic History (2024) from Ankara University, Institute of Social Sciences
• BA in Theology (2022) from Bingöl University
• MA in History (2017) from Yüzüncü Yıl University
• Non-thesis MA in History Teacher Training (2009) from Istanbul University
• BA in History (2007) from Istanbul University

Dr. Apuhan's research focuses on Islamic History, particularly examining Ottoman historical writing and its perspectives on early Islamic society. His work bridges traditional Islamic scholarship with modern academic approaches, analyzing political transitions in early Islamic history through Ottoman historiographical lenses. He also conducts significant research on the local history of Bingöl region, exploring historical events, architectural developments, and natural disasters that shaped the area.

His publication record shows a clear trend toward examining historical methodology, with particular emphasis on comparative approaches between Eastern and Western philosophical traditions. Recent works increasingly focus on early Islamic political history as documented in Ottoman historical writing, revealing how later Islamic empires interpreted foundational events of the faith.

Dr. Apuhan has received multiple recognition for his professional contributions:

• Achievement Certificate for Diligence (2015, District Governorship)
• Achievement Certificate for Diligence (2018, District Governorship)
• Achievement Certificate for Diligence (2022, Ministry)
• Superior Achievement Certificate for Diligence (2022, Provincial Governorship)
• Achievement Certificate for Diligence (2022, Ministry)
• Award for Diligence (2022, Provincial Governorship)
• Achievement Certificate for Diligence (2025, Provincial Governorship)

While specific advising information is limited in available records, Dr. Apuhan's extensive participation in academic events and his role as a publication referee for Mukaddime Journal suggest active engagement with emerging scholars. His research on Bingöl's local history and Cyprus conflict appears to draw on primary source documentation and veteran testimonies, indicating field-based research methodologies.

Dr. Apuhan participates in various academic teams and research groups focused on Islamic history, Ottoman historiography, and local history documentation. His work with Bingöl University's Faculty of Theology positions him within scholarly networks examining the intersection of religious studies and historical methodology.