What is the focus of the culinary program?

The program focuses on traditional Turkish cuisine as well as modern cooking techniques.

Where is Istanbul Gelisim University located?

The university is located in Istanbul, Turkey.

What language is the program taught in?

The program is taught in Turkish.

How long is the Culinary (Turkish) program?

It runs 2 yr, taught in Turkish, with the next intake in September.

How much does it cost to study here?

Tuition is $3,000 per year. SIT's application and counselling service is 100% free.

Associate Turkish 2 yr

Culinary (Turkish)

Istanbul Gelisim University · Istanbul, Türkiye

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Tuition / yr

$3,000

Duration

2 yr

Language

Turkish

Degree

Associate

Next intake

September

Istanbul Gelisim UniversityIstanbul, Türkiye

Est. 2008 Private

About Istanbul Gelisim University

AI snapshot

Culinary (Turkish) is a 2 yr, Turkish-taught associate program at Istanbul Gelisim University in Istanbul, Türkiye. Tuition is $3,000 per year, with the next intake in September. 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
Free, about 5 minutes with an advisor
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 September — we help you settle in

Core curriculum

Representative modules from the program, your advisor shares the full syllabus.

01Food Safety and Hygiene

02Culinary Techniques

03Turkish Cuisine

04Menu Planning

05Pastry and Baking

06Nutrition and Dietetics

Career paths

Roles this program prepares you for.

Chef

Catering Manager

Restaurant Manager

Food Stylist

Culinary Instructor

Graduate outcomes

Where Services graduates in Türkiye typically end up (associate graduates).

Employment rate70.7%

National average, all fields: 68.8%

Time to first job

13.7 months

Working in their field

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.

Passport copy

Passport-size photo

Academic transcripts

Highest diploma / certificate

Language proficiency proof

Application form

Frequently asked questions

You will earn an Associate degree in Culinary Arts.

Student stories

What students say

“The Radiotherapy program gave us supervised clinical rotations at partner hospitals from the second year. When my bank statement was questioned during the visa process, the admissions counselor drafted the explanation letter with me.”

Bilal AhmedRadiotherapy · Pakistan

“Sports Management at Gelisim mixes classroom work with visits to clubs around Avcilar and the wider Istanbul football scene. I came from Tripoli knowing no one; the Arabic-speaking student office made settling in easier.”

Mohamed El-MahdiSports Management · Libya

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