Architectural Design (Non-Thesis)
Istanbul Bilgi University · Istanbul, TürkiyeTotal tuition
$12,500
Duration
1.5 yr
Language
Turkish
Degree
Master's Degree
Next intake
Fall 2026-2027
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Istanbul Bilgi UniversityIstanbul, TürkiyeAI snapshot
Architectural Design (Non-Thesis) is a 1.5 yr, Turkish-taught master's degree program at Istanbul Bilgi University in Istanbul, Türkiye. The total program tuition is $12,500, with the next intake in Fall 2026-2027. Apply through SIT with zero service fees.
Program overview
The Architectural Design (Non-Thesis) program at Istanbul Bilgi University offers a unique opportunity to explore innovative design concepts and architectural practices in a vibrant urban setting.
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 Engineering, manufacturing & construction graduates in Türkiye typically end up (bachelor's graduates).
National average, all fields: 75.9%
11.6 months
63.7%
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
The program typically lasts for two years, allowing for in-depth study and exploration of architectural design.
Yes, the Architectural Design (Non-Thesis) program is conducted in English.
Students develop skills in design thinking, project management, and technical proficiency in architectural software.
Istanbul Bilgi University is located in Istanbul, Turkey, a city known for its rich architectural heritage.
It runs 1.5 yr, taught in Turkish, with the next intake in Fall 2026-2027.
The total tuition for the whole program is $12,500. SIT's application and counselling service is 100% free.
What students say
“For Aviation Management, Istanbul Bilgi University brings in guest lecturers who actually work at the airport authority. My favorite course project analyzed real turnaround data from a ground-handling company, nothing about it felt theoretical.”
“The Architecture studios at Istanbul Bilgi University stay open until midnight, and critiques are honest without being cruel. After Baghdad, having a design tutor who sits with my drawings for a full hour still feels like a gift.”
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