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Master's Degree English 2 yr

International Relations (Thesis)

Işık University · Istanbul, Türkiye

Total tuition

$10,000

Duration

2 yr

Language

English

Degree

Master's Degree

AI snapshot

International Relations (Thesis) is a 2 yr, English-taught master's degree program at Işık University in Istanbul, Türkiye. The total program tuition is $10,000. Apply through SIT with zero service fees.

Program overview

The Master of International Relations program at Işık University offers a comprehensive understanding of global affairs, diplomacy, and international policy. Students engage in critical analysis and research, preparing them for impactful careers in the field.

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. 1

    Apply

    Free, about 5 minutes with an advisor

  2. 2

    Offer letter

    Usually within 48 hours

  3. 3

    Confirm & deposit

    Accept your offer and reserve your seat

  4. 4

    Visa support

    We guide your student visa — usually 4–8 weeks

  5. 5

    Arrival & enrollment

    Land, register and start classes

Core curriculum

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

01International Relations Theory
02Global Governance
03International Political Economy
04Conflict Resolution
05Research Methods in International Relations
06Diplomacy and Foreign Policy

Career paths

Roles this program prepares you for.

Diplomat
International Relations Analyst
Policy Advisor
Nonprofit Sector Coordinator
Global Affairs Consultant

Graduate outcomes

Where Business, administration & law graduates in Türkiye typically end up (bachelor's graduates).

Employment rate74.5%

National average, all fields: 75.9%

Time to first job

18.7 months

Working in their field

79.4%

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 understanding global affairs, diplomacy, and international policy through critical analysis and research.

Student stories

What students say

My mechanical engineering program is in Turkish, and the preparatory year made that possible; my TÖMER teachers drilled me until technical lectures felt normal. Back in Almaty I worried about paperwork, but staff here were patient with every document.
Daniyar SeitkaliMechanical Engineering (Turkish) · Kazakhstan
In my second year at Işık University I already work with ECG sensors in the biomedical lab, not just simulations. My professor stays after class whenever the Jordanian students need extra help with signal processing.
Omar KhasawnehBiomedical Engineering · Jordan

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