Tuition / yr
$3,000
Duration
2 yr
Language
Turkish
Degree
Associate Degree
Next intake
Fall 2026-2027
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Istanbul Gelisim UniversityIstanbul, TürkiyeAI snapshot
Culinary (Turkish) is a 2 yr, Turkish-taught associate degree program at Istanbul Gelisim University in Istanbul, Türkiye. Tuition is $3,000 per year, with the next intake in Fall 2026-2027. Apply through SIT with zero service fees.
Program overview
The Associate of Culinary program at Istanbul Gelisim University offers students a comprehensive education in culinary arts, focusing on traditional Turkish cuisine and modern cooking techniques.
Internationally accredited degree
Internship & co-op opportunities
Turkish-taught with language support
Pathway to work permits after graduation
How applying works
Five simple steps from application to enrollment. We handle the paperwork with you.
- 1
Apply
Apply by Nov 30, 2026, free, about 5 minutes
- 2
Offer letter
Usually within 48 hours
- 3
Confirm & deposit
Accept your offer and reserve your seat
- 4
Visa support
We guide your student visa, usually 4–8 weeks
- 5
Arrival & enrollment
Starts Fall 2026-2027, we help you settle in
Core curriculum
Representative modules from the program, your advisor shares the full syllabus.
Career paths
Roles this program prepares you for.
Graduate outcomes
Where Services graduates in Türkiye typically end up (associate graduates).
National average, all fields: 68.8%
13.7 months
59.1%
Field-level · nationalSource:TÜİK, Higher Education Employment Indicators, 2024
Admission requirements
- Completed application form (we fill it with you)
- High-school or bachelor transcripts (translated)
- Diploma or certificate of completion
- Valid passport copy
- Turkish proficiency or a preparatory year
Required documents
Prepare these before applying, we double-check everything for you.
Frequently asked questions
You will earn an Associate degree in Culinary Arts.
The program focuses on traditional Turkish cuisine as well as modern cooking techniques.
The university is located in Istanbul, Turkey.
The program is taught in Turkish.
It runs 2 yr, taught in Turkish, with the next intake in Fall 2026-2027.
Tuition is $3,000 per year. SIT's application and counselling service is 100% free.
What students say
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