معرفی
Uğur GÖZEL serves as an Assistant Professor at Karabük University's Faculty of Theology, Department of Basic Islamic Sciences, where he has held full-time academic positions since 2020. His institutional roles include serving as Deputy Dean (2020-2022), Faculty Secretary (2015-2020), and current committee memberships in Addiction Prevention and Academic Incentives.
- PhD in Sufism, Institute of Social Sciences, Ankara University (2013-2019)
- MSc in Sociology, Karabük University (2011-2013)
- Bachelor's in Theology, Ankara University (2008-2010)
- Associate Degree in Theology, Anadolu University (1998-2000)
His research centers on Sufism with emphasis on historical and contemporary dimensions. Through courses like Tasavvuf-I/II and Tasavvuf Literature, he explores mystical traditions, ethical frameworks, and spiritual counseling methodologies. His work bridges classical Sufi texts with modern applications in religious education and psychological well-being.
Analysis of his publications reveals consistent focus on early Sufi scholars (Kalabazi, Qushayri), contemporary Turkish Sufism, and therapeutic applications of Islamic spirituality. The 2023 monograph on Sheikh Abdullah Siraceddin represents his most comprehensive biographical work, while his 2022 journal article demonstrates rigorous textual analysis of foundational Sufi concepts.
As primary thesis advisor for eight master's students, he has supervised research spanning Syrian Sufism, Libyan jurisprudence, and comparative Quranic exegesis. His editorial roles include serving on the review boards of nine national Islamic studies journals since 2020.
Professor GÖZEL actively contributes to institutional development through committee leadership in student affairs, academic appointments, and partial-time staffing. His teaching portfolio includes 25 distinct courses across undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels, with particular emphasis on Quranic recitation, Islamic ethics, and spiritual counseling.