PhD
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International postgraduate applications to all Turkish universities are efficiently managed by Basak Education Services, guiding you through the entire university application process.
Each Turkish university establishes its unique admission criteria and evaluates which applicants meet these standards. Consequently, degree-seeking international students must directly submit their applications to the Student International Office of the university.
Embarking on a PhD program in Turkey follows the successful completion of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, allowing international students to save time, money, and commence their careers more swiftly with a highly esteemed Turkish PhD degree.
Admission Requirements to Study in Turkey
Turkey welcomes students from all backgrounds, offering affordable tuition fees and education of international standards.
For admission to Turkish universities, international applicants must meet specific qualification requirements, with a focus on the prerequisites for those pursuing PhD programs.
PhD Program Requirements
While the lists of PhD program requirements are generally similar among Turkish universities, individual departments decide the admission criteria, not the general institutional administration. Some departments may conduct personal interviews with applicants before making admission decisions.
Most universities base admission decisions on academic records and relevant test scores, such as TOEFL, GRE/GMAT. The required documents for postgraduate programs include:
– Basak Education Services Online Application Form
– Application Fee (Non-refundable, approximately $250 per application)
– Valid Passport Copy
– Undergraduate and Postgraduate diplomas
– Official Undergraduate and Postgraduate transcripts
– Statement of Purpose
– Research Proposal
– Updated CV
– Reference letters
– Graduate Exam Scores (Some universities may require GRE or GMAT)
– Language Proficiency Score
– Written exams and/or interviews
Intake Periods/Deadlines
Admission calendars for most Turkish universities follow a similar schedule, with intake periods starting in December of the previous year and running through August of the succeeding year. Some universities accept applications by the end of June for the Fall Semester, while others offer programs in the Spring Semester, with applications accepted by the end of December.
Prospective international students are encouraged to contact universities at least one year before entering to ensure ample time to fulfill requirements
Who Can Apply?
International applicants with a postgraduate diploma equivalent to Turkish diplomas and meeting the specified criteria may apply for a PhD program in Turkey. Applicants must complete their previous degree programs by the admission period at the latest.
How to Apply for a Program
With approximately 206 universities in Turkey, the application process is streamlined through helpful admission inquiry websites and local representatives like Basak Education Services. Here are the basic steps:
- Identify a suitable PhD program using resources like Basak Education Services or local agents.
- Compile all required documents with guidance from the admission processing agent or the provided website information.
- Submit the application through the Basak Education Services online platform.
- Ensure all required documents reach the Basak Education Services account before the admission deadline.
- Upon successful application, the university will issue acceptance documents to aid in the visa application process.
- Plan for travel and accommodation arrangements after completing the necessary steps.
For more information on pursuing a postgraduate degree in Turkey, please arrange a consultation with Basak Education Services.