Continuation is obligatory; the total period of education in the semester is at least 70% for theoretical courses and 80% for practical courses. A student who fails to fulfill the obligatory attendance of a course for any reason, including a suspension from the University with a report or disciplinary penalty, shall be deemed as failed in the semester. University or meeting representing Turkey with the Rector's approval, sports, the arts or students participating in similar activities are not taken into account in the days of absenteeism in these activities.