Master
Media and Cultural Studies (Non-Thesis)
IKIstanbul Kent University · Istanbul Turkish 1.5 yr January, August
$4,400 / yr
Total tuition
$18,000
Duration
1 yr
Language
English
Degree
Master
Next intake
January, September
AI snapshot
Cultural Studies (Non-Thesis) is a 1 yr, English-taught master program at Sabanci University in Istanbul, Türkiye. The total program tuition is $18,000, with the next intake in January, September. Apply through SIT with zero service fees.
Program overview
Explore the dynamic field of Cultural Studies at Sabanci University, where you will engage with diverse cultural contexts and critical theories. This program is designed for those interested in understanding the complexities of culture in a globalized world.
Internationally accredited degree
Internship & co-op opportunities
English-taught, no Turkish required
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 January, September — we help you settle in
Core curriculum
Representative modules from the program, your advisor shares the full syllabus.
01Cultural Theory
02Media and Society
03Globalization and Culture
04Identity and Representation
05Cultural Policy
06Visual Culture
07Cultural Research Methods
Career paths
Roles this program prepares you for.
Cultural Analyst
Media Consultant
Policy Advisor
Cultural Program Coordinator
Researcher
Graduate outcomes
Where Social sciences & media graduates in Türkiye typically end up (bachelor's graduates).
Employment rate69.6%
National average, all fields: 75.9%
Time to first job
18.1 months
Working in their field
20.1%
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
- English proficiency, or a free 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
CV / résumé
Statement of purpose
Frequently asked questions
The program focuses on the analysis of cultural phenomena, their societal implications, and the role of media in shaping culture.
Student stories
What students say
“The merit scholarship covered half my Economics tuition, and the financial aid office reassessed it when my situation at home changed. That flexibility mattered more to me than any ranking.”
“As an Electronics Engineering student, I got cleanroom access in my third year to fabricate my own sensor chip. Sabanci's professors treat undergraduates like researchers; mine put my name on a conference paper.”
Compare similar programs
| Program | University | Duration | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cultural Studies (Non-Thesis)THIS | Sabanci University | 1 yr | $18,000 |
| Media and Cultural Studies (Non-Thesis) | Istanbul Kent University | 1.5 yr | $4,400 |
| Media and Cultural Studies (Non-Thesis) | Uskudar University | 1.5 yr | $4,400 |
| Social and Cultural Studies (Non-Thesis) | Istanbul Okan University | 1.5 yr | $3,500 |
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