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Overview
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Methodology
When working a URL-driven case like this, the order of operations matters:
- Preserve the original email and headers before clicking anything (within a sandbox).
- Document the full redirect chain and every intermediate domain.
- Identify the final hosting node and collect passive infrastructure details.
In a live investigation, I generally resolve links using Browserling to gain:
- HTTP status codes
- Location headers
- referrer behavior
- JavaScript-based redirects
- any gating logic based on browser, geolocation, or user interaction
Tools used
- Email header analyzer review to validate sender path, return-path anomalies, and originating infrastructure (i.e. compromised mail servers, attacker mail servers, etc.)
- A controlled VM or sandbox to capture redirect behavior, network requests, safe link resolution, and payload execution
- Hybrid Analysis, Joe Sandbox, etc. to review URL redirect behaviors and potential dropped artifacts
- Threat-intel notes or a case workbook to maintain the chain of evidence
Email Headers
Raw Email Headers
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Yer işareti tanımlanmamış. Dean ......................................................................................................Hata! Yer işareti tanımlanmamış. Dean Assistant......................................................................................Hata! Yer işareti tanımlanmamış. FILMMAKING AND BROADCASTING DEPARTMENT ...................................................... 11 Head of Department’s Message...........................................................................................................11 Program Information...........................................................................................................................12 Degree Awarded ...................................................................................................................................12 Admission Requirements.....................................................................................................................12 Graduation Requirements and Regulations.......................................................................................12 Recognition of Prior Learning.............................................................................................................12 Program Details....................................................................................................................................13 Program Learning Outcomes..............................................................................................................13 Program Structure ...............................................................................................................................14 Filmmaking and Broadcasting Department 4-year Course Program .............................................14 Filmmaking and Broadcasting Department Elective Courses List..................................................15 Additional Information ........................................................................................................................15 Important Notes on Elective Courses .................................................................................................15 Exam Regulations, Evaluation and Grading......................................................................................16 Graduation Requirements...................................................................................................................17 Academic Calendar 2025-2026.................................................................................................... 18 Registration and Admission Procedures..................................................................................... 24 Course Registration...................................................................................................................... 24 Add/Drop and Withdrawal..................................................................................................................24 Lateral and Vertical Transfers............................................................................................................25 Communication with Academic Staff.................................................................................................25 Class Attendance and Excused Absences...........................................................................................25 International Student Office........................................................................................................ 25 3 International Student Office Working Hours:...................................................................................26 International Student Office Contact Information: ..........................................................................26 Campus Life ................................................................................................................................. 26 Library...................................................................................................................................................26 Social Activities and Student Clubs ....................................................................................................26 Psychological Counselling Services.....................................................................................................26 Office of the Dean of Students.............................................................................................................27 Student Counselling and Communication Unit .................................................................................27 Sports Facilities.....................................................................................................................................27 For more details:...................................................................................................................................27 Atatürk Culture and Congress Centre (AKKM)...............................................................................28 Restaurants and Cafeterias..................................................................................................................28 Market & Supermarket .......................................................................................................................28 IKAS Supermarket...............................................................................................................................28 IKAS Supermarket Express................................................................................................................28 NEU Event Park Drift Area ................................................................................................................29 Accessible Cinema Hall........................................................................................................................29 IKAS Patisserie & Bakery ...................................................................................................................29 Photocopy Services...............................................................................................................................30 Bank & ATM ........................................................................................................................................30 Post Office .............................................................................................................................................31 Near East Fuel Station .........................................................................................................................31 Useful Phone Numbers.........................................................................................................................31 Campus Traffic Rules and Safety .......................................................................................................31 Filmmaking and Broadcasting Department | Student Information Handbook ........................ 34 Who ARE YOU? WHERE ARE YOU?.........................................................................................34 FILMMAKING AND BROADCASTING DEPARTMENT .....................................................34 ✅ GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................34 REGISTRATION & ADMISSION PROCEDURES..................................................................34 1. Pay the tuition fee.........................................................................................................................34 2. Register for courses via ogrsis.neu.edu.tr....................................................................................34 3. Get advisor approval.....................................................................................................................34 4. If necessary, make changes during the “add/drop” week...........................................................34 CONTACT......................................................................................................................................34 4 MORE INFORMATION...............................................................................................................34 CAMPUS LIFE ..............................................................................................................................34 DO NOT FORGET!.......................................................................................................................34 5 Dean’s Message Dear Students, I congratulate you on choosing the Faculty of Communication at Near East University. With this decision, you can be confident that you will receive a contemporary, innovative and comprehensive education in communication. All our undergraduate programmes within the Faculty of Communication are designed to be both theoretical and practical. Shaped by this philosophy, the Faculty of Communication Complex is equipped with all the laboratories, design workshops, television and radio studios, cinema center, new media workshop, public relations agency and multi-purpose classrooms required by our departments. In this context, YDÜ TV, YDU FM Radio, Perspektif Digital Newspaper, Prestij Public Relations Agency, Accessible Cinema and Activity Centre, Sine-vizyon Cinema Hall, and our photography studio deserve special mention. The Faculty of Communication has an academic staff consisting of experts in their field, experienced, sensitive to social developments and innovations related to the field. We expect you to be researchers, entrepreneurs and innovators in addition to your studies. Your lecturers will not only contribute to your studies but will also be your most important guides on your career journey. Dear students, your university years will be the most important period of your lives. Shaping yourselves, equipping yourselves with contemporary knowledge and skills, and growing as inquisitive individuals is also very important for the modern development of our society. Therefore, it is crucial that you educate yourselves well, make your university years beneficial to yourselves, and develop your hobbies and interests. To this end, it will be highly beneficial for you to take advantage of the unique sports, culture and arts-focused facilities offered by Near East University. I wish you all a healthy, successful and happy university life, and I embrace you all with love. Prof. Dr. Fevzi Kasap Dean of Faculty of Communication 6 About Us The Faculty of Communication (İLEF) at Near East University was established in 1997. It has become a large faculty serving students through seven departments: Animation, Film Production and Broadcasting, Journalism, Visual Communication Design, Public Relations and Promotion, Radio-TV and Cinema, and New Media and Communication. With its educational facilities and strong academic staff, Near East University carries an international identity and has a deep-rooted educational tradition. Since 1988, it has been a center of education, science, and culture. In addition to world-class education and infrastructure, Near East University operates with a qualified teaching staff and a multicultural, international identity. As one of the Mediterranean’s leading scientific and cultural centers, Near East University is committed to raising individuals who are self-confident, prioritize responsibility, rational, creative, innovative, inquisitive, and possess free thought. With this vision, Near East University has achieved significant success at the international level. In the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, it ranked in the 601–800 band, maintaining its title as “the best university in the TRNC,” and securing a place among the top five universities in Turkey and top three among foundation universities. In the US-based *US News & World Report* “Best Global Universities 2024–2025” list, Near East University ranked 689th globally, 7th in Turkey, and 1st in the TRNC. According to THE’s 2025 Impact Rankings, our university ranked: - 43rd globally for its work toward the UN Sustainable Development Goals - 35th in the “Partnerships for the Goals” category - 48th in “Good Health and Well-being” - 13th in “Quality Education” - 15th in “Sustainable Cities and Communities” - 57th in “Gender Equality” In subject-based evaluations: - Physics: 200–250 - Computer Science: 250–300 - Engineering and Education: 300–400 - Social Sciences: 500–600 - Life Sciences: 600–800 - Medicine and Health: 800–1000 In Physics and Computer Science, Near East University shares the title of “best Turkish university” in Turkey and the TRNC. In the THE Young University Rankings 2024, the university has secured a strong position among young universities with its performance in teaching, research, and international outlook. The 2024 ranking results have revealed Near East University’s young, dynamic, and researchoriented structure at the international level. In THE’s “Young University Rankings 2024,” our 7 university ranked 139th globally among universities under 50 years old, standing out among young institutions. In the 2024 Shanghai Ranking’s Global Ranking of Academic Subjects, our university achieved significant success. In Physics, Near East University ranked among the top 400 universities worldwide, alongside Boğaziçi University and Bilkent University, and was recognized as one of Turkey’s best universities in this field. In Mathematics, it ranked in the 401–500 band, placing it among the top three in Turkey. These rankings reflect Near East University’s strong research infrastructure in fundamental sciences, its qualified academic staff, and its globally recognized publication performance. 8 Faculty Organization Chart 9 Why Faculty of Communication? Near East University Faculty of Communication: The Center of Production, Practice, and Vision Communication is the most fundamental skill humanity has possessed since its existence. It has played a decisive role in the birth of civilizations, technological advancements, and societal development processes; and today, it remains the most powerful skill that highlights individuals, unites communities, and fosters leadership. Near East University Faculty of Communication operates with this awareness—an educational institution that carries the power of communication from theory to practice and prepares its students as equipped, creative, and responsible individuals for the future. The faculty’s educational approach is not limited to knowledge transfer. Through modern classrooms, technically advanced practice areas, and creative learning environments, it offers students the opportunity to “produce while learning.” YDÜ/Near East FM Radio, Near East TV, Media Agency, PRestij Agency, and Perspektif Digital Newspaper are the main platforms where students can apply their theoretical knowledge in the field. Additionally, design and application laboratories and a mini cinema hall within the faculty provide students with hands-on experience across all communication disciplines. Another strong aspect of the faculty is its academic staff. Composed of young, dynamic, and experienced academics, the staff prepares students for the future not only with theoretical knowledge but also with sectoral expertise and experience. Many faculty members have actively worked in the media sector, making the education more practical and functional. Near East University Faculty of Communication has a strong culture of collaboration. It establishes sustainable relationships with media organizations, universities, academics, and industry representatives at both local and international levels, offering students a broad professional network. The faculty also maintains strong ties with its alumni, follows their professional development, and adopts a vision of continuous collaboration with its graduates. One of the faculty’s most striking awareness projects is the Inclusive Cinema and Activity Center. Aiming to reach all segments of society, this center was established to ensure access to entertainment and education for disadvantaged individuals within the framework of fundamental human rights. Faculty academics and students advocate for accessible communication tools and act with the awareness of building healthy societal connections through the projects they carry out in this field. With all these qualities, Near East University Faculty of Communication is not only an academic institution but also a strong communication ecosystem that prepares students for life and the industry, creates awareness, and raises productive and socially conscious individuals. 10 Faculty Contact Information Dean Prof. Dr. Fevzi Kasap Near East University, Faculty of Communication Near East Boulevard, PK: 99138 Nicosia / TRNC Mersin 10 – TURKEY Phone: +90 (392) 675 10 00 E-mail: [email protected] 11 FILMMAKING AND BROADCASTING DEPARTMENT Head of Department’s Message Dear Students, You are about to embark on an immersive journey into the creative worlds of cinema, television, digital platforms, new media, and the broader field of audiovisual arts. Our mission is to empower you to unite imagination and critical thought with solid technical expertise. We aim to guide you in discovering your creative voice while cultivating a structured and professional approach to production. During your studies in our department, you will gain wide-ranging experience across multiple disciplines, including screenwriting, directing, cinematography, sound design, editing, production practices, and digital media applications. Complementing this practical training, shared theoretical courses within the Faculty of Communication will broaden your perspective on global issues, equipping you with the analytical tools to employ your creative and technical skills in meaningful and impactful ways. This comprehensive education is designed not only to strengthen your individual talents but also to instil the importance of collaboration, teamwork, and industry-oriented practices. Our ultimate goal is to prepare you to become innovative, visionary professionals, capable of producing original work that resonates both within the domestic landscape and on international platforms. We hope you will embrace these years not only as a path of academic advancement but also as a unique opportunity to discover your artistic vision, production style, and professional identity. We are confident that your journey with us will be both intellectually rigorous and creatively rewarding, providing you with the foundations to thrive as a professional and as an individual. To get you started, we have prepared this course catalogue, which offers a clear overview of the Filmmaking and Broadcasting programme. It is intended not only for you, our students, but also for parents, academics, partner universities, and institutions abroad. Within it, you will find essential information on the programme’s structure, duration, study modes, course descriptions, credit and grading system, and other key details. We trust this resource will answer your questions and guide you in navigating the opportunities our department provides. In short, rest assured that supporting your academic and personal development throughout your studies will be our top priority. Warm regards, Assist. Prof. Dr. Naile Berberoğlu Acting Head of the Department, Department of Filmmaking and Broadcasting, Near East University 12 Contact: Phone: +90 (392) 675 10 00 E-mail: [email protected] Program Information The principal aspiration of the Department of Filmmaking and Broadcasting is to train prospective filmmakers who are well equipped with universal values, able in analytical and critical thinking, self-motivated to investigate and question the matters. The vision of the Filmmaking and Broadcasting is to graduate individuals with complete understanding of the history of filmmaking, theory and practical tools towards becoming script writers, editors and directors. Degree Awarded Filmmaking and Broadcasting (BA) (Bachelor's Degree/ first cycle in Bologna System) Admission Requirements For international students; - High school diploma (Admission of international students is based on their high school credentials.) -Proof of English language proficiency For Turkish Cypriot students; - Admission of Turkish Cypriots is based on the Near East University Entrance and Placement exam. -Proof of English Language proficiency is required. Graduation Requirements and Regulations 158 Near East University Credits (Near East University Credit is contact hour based) which is total 240 ECTS credits must be completed after being successful in the courses to become a graduate of the Filmmaking and Broadcasting department. ECTS is a credit system designed to make it easier for students to move between different countries. Since they are based on the learning achievements and workload of a course, a student can transfer their ECTS credits from one university to another, so they are added up to contribute to an individual's degree programme or training. ECTS helps to make learning more studentcentred. It is a central tool in the Bologna Process, which aims to make national systems more compatible. ECTS also helps with the planning, delivery and evaluation of study programmes, and makes them more transparent (https://education.ec.europa.eu/education-levels/higher-education/inclusiveand-connected-higher-education/european-credit-transfer-and-accumulation-system). Recognition of Prior Learning At Near East University, full-time students may be exempted from certain courses in accordance with the relevant regulations. If a course previously completed at another higher education institution is deemed equivalent in content to a course offered at NEU, the student may be granted exemption upon evaluation of the course content and approval by the relevant faculty or institute. 13 Program Details The principal aspiration of the Department of Filmmaking and Broadcasting is to train prospective filmmakers who are well equipped with universal values, able in analytical and critical thinking, self-motivated to investigate and question the matters. The vision of the Filmmaking and Broadcasting is to graduate individuals with complete understanding of the history of filmmaking, theory and practical tools towards becoming script writers, editors and directors. Filmmaking programme aims to enable students: • With the ability to apply their knowledge, skills and understanding of all aspects of production and postproduction for film and related media, in the creation of completed artefacts, with an assured handling of tools and techniques consistently and ethically delivered using best practice to a standard commensurate with professional work • To develop a full range of specific creative, editorial and technical skills applicable to all aspects of film production • To acquire in depth knowledge of the film industry • To achieve a critical appreciation of the theoretical and historical contexts of the film industry that clearly informs their practice • To be technically assured in all aspects of production and postproduction for film and related media • To be able to develop, communicate and deliver creative ideas, both working alone and collaboratively as part of a team, displaying a sustained awareness of the ethical implications of film production and working practice • To engage critically with contemporary industry practice in all its manifestations, recognising how considerations of business and exploitation impact on production, and how different disciplines and roles relate to one another • To make active and informed use of the theoretical frameworks and contemporary cultural, political and ethical perspectives relevant to their specific discipline • To become reflective practitioners, dedicated to improving their practice through on-going critical awareness and analysis, so acquiring a systematic understanding of the relationship between theory and practice • The ability to apply their knowledge, skills and understanding of all aspects of production and postproduction for film and related media, in the creation of completed artefacts, with an assured handling of tools and techniques consistently and ethically delivered using best practice to a standard commensurate with professional work • To develop a full range of specific creative, editorial and technical skills applicable to all aspects of film production 14 Program Learning Outcomes After completing the Filmmaking and Broadcasting programme students will be able to: • Use visual and film language effectively and correctly in all formats. • Learn and able to analyse film language and grammar. • Have general knowledge on basics of film making and broadcasting • Learn the basics of film making and cinematography. • Use appropriate methods and techniques in Filmmaking and Broadcasting. • Work effectively in teams. • Understand and work with people from diverse cultures and back ---------=bollinbjjJeCRM2mzfCEljer.9HTyN2utFFVQ-- --_-------C6O6y4OUxS6gAm6byCv4.0NP6EKDYwGUXKdI-172826724035885C6O6y4OUxS6gAm6byCv4.0NP6EKDYwGUXKdI=: --_-------C6O6y4OUxS6gAm6byCv4.0NP6EKDYwGUXKdI-172826724035885C6O6y4OUxS6gAm6byCv4.0NP6EKDYwGUXKdI=:-- ---------PWNdzPPf--==--GcZS-==--PWNdzPPf--==-- NEAR EAST UNIVERSITY FACULTY OF COMMUNICATION FILMMAKING AND BROADCASTING DEPARTMENT STUDENT HANDBOOK 2025-2026 Academic Year 2 Contents Dean’s Message.............................................................................................................................. 5 About Us......................................................................................................................................... 6 Faculty Organization Chart........................................................................................................... 6 Why Filmmaking and Broadcasting Department? .............................................................................5 Faculty Contact Information..............................................................Hata! Yer işareti tanımlanmamış. Dean ......................................................................................................Hata! Yer işareti tanımlanmamış. Dean Assistant......................................................................................Hata! Yer işareti tanımlanmamış. FILMMAKING AND BROADCASTING DEPARTMENT ...................................................... 11 Head of Department’s Message...........................................................................................................11 Program Information...........................................................................................................................12 Degree Awarded ...................................................................................................................................12 Admission Requirements.....................................................................................................................12 Graduation Requirements and Regulations.......................................................................................12 Recognition of Prior Learning.............................................................................................................12 Program Details....................................................................................................................................13 Program Learning Outcomes..............................................................................................................13 Program Structure ...............................................................................................................................14 Filmmaking and Broadcasting Department 4-year Course Program .............................................14 Filmmaking and Broadcasting Department Elective Courses List..................................................15 Additional Information ........................................................................................................................15 Important Notes on Elective Courses .................................................................................................15 Exam Regulations, Evaluation and Grading......................................................................................16 Graduation Requirements...................................................................................................................17 Academic Calendar 2025-2026.................................................................................................... 18 Registration and Admission Procedures..................................................................................... 24 Course Registration...................................................................................................................... 24 Add/Drop and Withdrawal..................................................................................................................24 Lateral and Vertical Transfers............................................................................................................25 Communication with Academic Staff.................................................................................................25 Class Attendance and Excused Absences...........................................................................................25 International Student Office........................................................................................................ 25 3 International Student Office Working Hours:...................................................................................26 International Student Office Contact Information: ..........................................................................26 Campus Life ................................................................................................................................. 26 Library...................................................................................................................................................26 Social Activities and Student Clubs ....................................................................................................26 Psychological Counselling Services.....................................................................................................26 Office of the Dean of Students.............................................................................................................27 Student Counselling and Communication Unit .................................................................................27 Sports Facilities.....................................................................................................................................27 For more details:...................................................................................................................................27 Atatürk Culture and Congress Centre (AKKM)...............................................................................28 Restaurants and Cafeterias..................................................................................................................28 Market & Supermarket .......................................................................................................................28 IKAS Supermarket...............................................................................................................................28 IKAS Supermarket Express................................................................................................................28 NEU Event Park Drift Area ................................................................................................................29 Accessible Cinema Hall........................................................................................................................29 IKAS Patisserie & Bakery ...................................................................................................................29 Photocopy Services...............................................................................................................................30 Bank & ATM ........................................................................................................................................30 Post Office .............................................................................................................................................31 Near East Fuel Station .........................................................................................................................31 Useful Phone Numbers.........................................................................................................................31 Campus Traffic Rules and Safety .......................................................................................................31 Filmmaking and Broadcasting Department | Student Information Handbook ........................ 34 Who ARE YOU? WHERE ARE YOU?.........................................................................................34 FILMMAKING AND BROADCASTING DEPARTMENT .....................................................34 ✅ GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................34 REGISTRATION & ADMISSION PROCEDURES..................................................................34 1. Pay the tuition fee.........................................................................................................................34 2. Register for courses via ogrsis.neu.edu.tr....................................................................................34 3. Get advisor approval.....................................................................................................................34 4. If necessary, make changes during the “add/drop” week...........................................................34 CONTACT......................................................................................................................................34 4 MORE INFORMATION...............................................................................................................34 CAMPUS LIFE ..............................................................................................................................34 DO NOT FORGET!.......................................................................................................................34 5 Dean’s Message Dear Students, I congratulate you on choosing the Faculty of Communication at Near East University. With this decision, you can be confident that you will receive a contemporary, innovative and comprehensive education in communication. All our undergraduate programmes within the Faculty of Communication are designed to be both theoretical and practical. Shaped by this philosophy, the Faculty of Communication Complex is equipped with all the laboratories, design workshops, television and radio studios, cinema center, new media workshop, public relations agency and multi-purpose classrooms required by our departments. In this context, YDÜ TV, YDU FM Radio, Perspektif Digital Newspaper, Prestij Public Relations Agency, Accessible Cinema and Activity Centre, Sine-vizyon Cinema Hall, and our photography studio deserve special mention. The Faculty of Communication has an academic staff consisting of experts in their field, experienced, sensitive to social developments and innovations related to the field. We expect you to be researchers, entrepreneurs and innovators in addition to your studies. Your lecturers will not only contribute to your studies but will also be your most important guides on your career journey. Dear students, your university years will be the most important period of your lives. Shaping yourselves, equipping yourselves with contemporary knowledge and skills, and growing as inquisitive individuals is also very important for the modern development of our society. Therefore, it is crucial that you educate yourselves well, make your university years beneficial to yourselves, and develop your hobbies and interests. To this end, it will be highly beneficial for you to take advantage of the unique sports, culture and arts-focused facilities offered by Near East University. I wish you all a healthy, successful and happy university life, and I embrace you all with love. Prof. Dr. Fevzi Kasap Dean of Faculty of Communication 6 About Us The Faculty of Communication (İLEF) at Near East University was established in 1997. It has become a large faculty serving students through seven departments: Animation, Film Production and Broadcasting, Journalism, Visual Communication Design, Public Relations and Promotion, Radio-TV and Cinema, and New Media and Communication. With its educational facilities and strong academic staff, Near East University carries an international identity and has a deep-rooted educational tradition. Since 1988, it has been a center of education, science, and culture. In addition to world-class education and infrastructure, Near East University operates with a qualified teaching staff and a multicultural, international identity. As one of the Mediterranean’s leading scientific and cultural centers, Near East University is committed to raising individuals who are self-confident, prioritize responsibility, rational, creative, innovative, inquisitive, and possess free thought. With this vision, Near East University has achieved significant success at the international level. In the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, it ranked in the 601–800 band, maintaining its title as “the best university in the TRNC,” and securing a place among the top five universities in Turkey and top three among foundation universities. In the US-based *US News & World Report* “Best Global Universities 2024–2025” list, Near East University ranked 689th globally, 7th in Turkey, and 1st in the TRNC. According to THE’s 2025 Impact Rankings, our university ranked: - 43rd globally for its work toward the UN Sustainable Development Goals - 35th in the “Partnerships for the Goals” category - 48th in “Good Health and Well-being” - 13th in “Quality Education” - 15th in “Sustainable Cities and Communities” - 57th in “Gender Equality” In subject-based evaluations: - Physics: 200–250 - Computer Science: 250–300 - Engineering and Education: 300–400 - Social Sciences: 500–600 - Life Sciences: 600–800 - Medicine and Health: 800–1000 In Physics and Computer Science, Near East University shares the title of “best Turkish university” in Turkey and the TRNC. In the THE Young University Rankings 2024, the university has secured a strong position among young universities with its performance in teaching, research, and international outlook. The 2024 ranking results have revealed Near East University’s young, dynamic, and researchoriented structure at the international level. In THE’s “Young University Rankings 2024,” our 7 university ranked 139th globally among universities under 50 years old, standing out among young institutions. In the 2024 Shanghai Ranking’s Global Ranking of Academic Subjects, our university achieved significant success. In Physics, Near East University ranked among the top 400 universities worldwide, alongside Boğaziçi University and Bilkent University, and was recognized as one of Turkey’s best universities in this field. In Mathematics, it ranked in the 401–500 band, placing it among the top three in Turkey. These rankings reflect Near East University’s strong research infrastructure in fundamental sciences, its qualified academic staff, and its globally recognized publication performance. 8 Faculty Organization Chart 9 Why Faculty of Communication? Near East University Faculty of Communication: The Center of Production, Practice, and Vision Communication is the most fundamental skill humanity has possessed since its existence. It has played a decisive role in the birth of civilizations, technological advancements, and societal development processes; and today, it remains the most powerful skill that highlights individuals, unites communities, and fosters leadership. Near East University Faculty of Communication operates with this awareness—an educational institution that carries the power of communication from theory to practice and prepares its students as equipped, creative, and responsible individuals for the future. The faculty’s educational approach is not limited to knowledge transfer. Through modern classrooms, technically advanced practice areas, and creative learning environments, it offers students the opportunity to “produce while learning.” YDÜ/Near East FM Radio, Near East TV, Media Agency, PRestij Agency, and Perspektif Digital Newspaper are the main platforms where students can apply their theoretical knowledge in the field. Additionally, design and application laboratories and a mini cinema hall within the faculty provide students with hands-on experience across all communication disciplines. Another strong aspect of the faculty is its academic staff. Composed of young, dynamic, and experienced academics, the staff prepares students for the future not only with theoretical knowledge but also with sectoral expertise and experience. Many faculty members have actively worked in the media sector, making the education more practical and functional. Near East University Faculty of Communication has a strong culture of collaboration. It establishes sustainable relationships with media organizations, universities, academics, and industry representatives at both local and international levels, offering students a broad professional network. The faculty also maintains strong ties with its alumni, follows their professional development, and adopts a vision of continuous collaboration with its graduates. One of the faculty’s most striking awareness projects is the Inclusive Cinema and Activity Center. Aiming to reach all segments of society, this center was established to ensure access to entertainment and education for disadvantaged individuals within the framework of fundamental human rights. Faculty academics and students advocate for accessible communication tools and act with the awareness of building healthy societal connections through the projects they carry out in this field. With all these qualities, Near East University Faculty of Communication is not only an academic institution but also a strong communication ecosystem that prepares students for life and the industry, creates awareness, and raises productive and socially conscious individuals. 10 Faculty Contact Information Dean Prof. Dr. Fevzi Kasap Near East University, Faculty of Communication Near East Boulevard, PK: 99138 Nicosia / TRNC Mersin 10 – TURKEY Phone: +90 (392) 675 10 00 E-mail: [email protected] 11 FILMMAKING AND BROADCASTING DEPARTMENT Head of Department’s Message Dear Students, You are about to embark on an immersive journey into the creative worlds of cinema, television, digital platforms, new media, and the broader field of audiovisual arts. Our mission is to empower you to unite imagination and critical thought with solid technical expertise. We aim to guide you in discovering your creative voice while cultivating a structured and professional approach to production. During your studies in our department, you will gain wide-ranging experience across multiple disciplines, including screenwriting, directing, cinematography, sound design, editing, production practices, and digital media applications. Complementing this practical training, shared theoretical courses within the Faculty of Communication will broaden your perspective on global issues, equipping you with the analytical tools to employ your creative and technical skills in meaningful and impactful ways. This comprehensive education is designed not only to strengthen your individual talents but also to instil the importance of collaboration, teamwork, and industry-oriented practices. Our ultimate goal is to prepare you to become innovative, visionary professionals, capable of producing original work that resonates both within the domestic landscape and on international platforms. We hope you will embrace these years not only as a path of academic advancement but also as a unique opportunity to discover your artistic vision, production style, and professional identity. We are confident that your journey with us will be both intellectually rigorous and creatively rewarding, providing you with the foundations to thrive as a professional and as an individual. To get you started, we have prepared this course catalogue, which offers a clear overview of the Filmmaking and Broadcasting programme. It is intended not only for you, our students, but also for parents, academics, partner universities, and institutions abroad. Within it, you will find essential information on the programme’s structure, duration, study modes, course descriptions, credit and grading system, and other key details. We trust this resource will answer your questions and guide you in navigating the opportunities our department provides. In short, rest assured that supporting your academic and personal development throughout your studies will be our top priority. Warm regards, Assist. Prof. Dr. Naile Berberoğlu Acting Head of the Department, Department of Filmmaking and Broadcasting, Near East University 12 Contact: Phone: +90 (392) 675 10 00 E-mail: [email protected] Program Information The principal aspiration of the Department of Filmmaking and Broadcasting is to train prospective filmmakers who are well equipped with universal values, able in analytical and critical thinking, self-motivated to investigate and question the matters. The vision of the Filmmaking and Broadcasting is to graduate individuals with complete understanding of the history of filmmaking, theory and practical tools towards becoming script writers, editors and directors. Degree Awarded Filmmaking and Broadcasting (BA) (Bachelor's Degree/ first cycle in Bologna System) Admission Requirements For international students; - High school diploma (Admission of international students is based on their high school credentials.) -Proof of English language proficiency For Turkish Cypriot students; - Admission of Turkish Cypriots is based on the Near East University Entrance and Placement exam. -Proof of English Language proficiency is required. Graduation Requirements and Regulations 158 Near East University Credits (Near East University Credit is contact hour based) which is total 240 ECTS credits must be completed after being successful in the courses to become a graduate of the Filmmaking and Broadcasting department. ECTS is a credit system designed to make it easier for students to move between different countries. Since they are based on the learning achievements and workload of a course, a student can transfer their ECTS credits from one university to another, so they are added up to contribute to an individual's degree programme or training. ECTS helps to make learning more studentcentred. It is a central tool in the Bologna Process, which aims to make national systems more compatible. ECTS also helps with the planning, delivery and evaluation of study programmes, and makes them more transparent (https://education.ec.europa.eu/education-levels/higher-education/inclusiveand-connected-higher-education/european-credit-transfer-and-accumulation-system). Recognition of Prior Learning At Near East University, full-time students may be exempted from certain courses in accordance with the relevant regulations. If a course previously completed at another higher education institution is deemed equivalent in content to a course offered at NEU, the student may be granted exemption upon evaluation of the course content and approval by the relevant faculty or institute. 13 Program Details The principal aspiration of the Department of Filmmaking and Broadcasting is to train prospective filmmakers who are well equipped with universal values, able in analytical and critical thinking, self-motivated to investigate and question the matters. The vision of the Filmmaking and Broadcasting is to graduate individuals with complete understanding of the history of filmmaking, theory and practical tools towards becoming script writers, editors and directors. Filmmaking programme aims to enable students: • With the ability to apply their knowledge, skills and understanding of all aspects of production and postproduction for film and related media, in the creation of completed artefacts, with an assured handling of tools and techniques consistently and ethically delivered using best practice to a standard commensurate with professional work • To develop a full range of specific creative, editorial and technical skills applicable to all aspects of film production • To acquire in depth knowledge of the film industry • To achieve a critical appreciation of the theoretical and historical contexts of the film industry that clearly informs their practice • To be technically assured in all aspects of production and postproduction for film and related media • To be able to develop, communicate and deliver creative ideas, both working alone and collaboratively as part of a team, displaying a sustained awareness of the ethical implications of film production and working practice • To engage critically with contemporary industry practice in all its manifestations, recognising how considerations of business and exploitation impact on production, and how different disciplines and roles relate to one another • To make active and informed use of the theoretical frameworks and contemporary cultural, political and ethical perspectives relevant to their specific discipline • To become reflective practitioners, dedicated to improving their practice through on-going critical awareness and analysis, so acquiring a systematic understanding of the relationship between theory and practice • The ability to apply their knowledge, skills and understanding of all aspects of production and postproduction for film and related media, in the creation of completed artefacts, with an assured handling of tools and techniques consistently and ethically delivered using best practice to a standard commensurate with professional work • To develop a full range of specific creative, editorial and technical skills applicable to all aspects of film production 14 Program Learning Outcomes After completing the Filmmaking and Broadcasting programme students will be able to: • Use visual and film language effectively and correctly in all formats. • Learn and able to analyse film language and grammar. • Have general knowledge on basics of film making and broadcasting • Learn the basics of film making and cinematography. • Use appropriate methods and techniques in Filmmaking and Broadcasting. • Work effectively in teams. • Understand and work with people from diverse cultures and back ---------PWNdzPPf--==--GcZS-==--PWNdzPPf--==----
Investigation
In a live investigation, I generally resolve the links using Browserling to gain:
- HTTP status codes
- Location headers
- referrer behavior
- JavaScript-based redirects
- any gating logic based on browser, geolocation, or user interaction
Within the initial email link is this:
jhfd5dfd5sf5f.sfo3.digitaloceanspaces.com/1.html#cl/283420_md/7712/11471085/750/206/22373

var initialURL = window.location.href;
var hashPart = initialURL.split('#')[1];
var hashValues = hashPart.split('/');
var newURL = 'https://www.dynsor.com/.../?sub1=' + hashValues[2] +
'&sub2=' + hashValues[1].split('_')[0] +
'&sub3=' + hashValues[5] + '_' + hashValues[6] + '_' +
hashValues[3] + '_' + hashValues[4] + '_md';
document.location.href = newURL;
which results in: https://www.dynsor.com/261R5BDH/7LLS8SRD/


Also observed in the wild on several Facebook posts:


Sandbox URL references:
- https://tria.ge/260418-qcewjsav2k/behavioral1
- https://hybrid-analysis.com/sample/d127d66132f7885c52323749dad522aa2c105074a1f787df8b6681618791da16/69e37d508e13988e1e0ebbfa
IOCs
Using PHPMailer 6.9.2 (https://github.com/PHPMailer/PHPMailer)
elkfhjkdhjdsk.me
113.30.190.127
Detection Logic
IF
Email headers contain "X-Mailer: PHPMailer"
AND sender domain is free email provider (e.g., gmail.com, outlook.com)
THEN
Medium-confidence bulk phishing infrastructure
IF
Email Received headers include IP 113.30.190.127
THEN
High-confidence malicious sender (known phishing infrastructure)
Observations & Conclusions
Unfortunately, there is some level of self-protection where manual inspection and direct visits to the URLs does not result in the final payload (i.e. it may need the full redirect chain with referrers, specific geolocation, specific browsers, etc.).
- The subject line
Re: Welcome to the Discussion Spaceand the header references (In-Reply-To, References) are designed to make the email look like part of an existing conversation .
This is a common tactic because it:
- lowers targeted user suspicion
- encourages opening by implying there was a prior interaction
- Marketing metadata in the header creates false legitimacy
The message includes a noisy mix of headers associated with bulk mail and marketing ecosystems, including X-Mailer: PHPMailer 6.9.2, X-Mailer: AWeber Composer 2.72.4, X-SES-Outgoing, X-SFMC-Stack, List-Unsubscribe, and multiple feedback / campaign identifiers.










