Total tuition
$9,000
Duration
4 yr
Language
Turkish
Degree
PhD / Doctorate
Next intake
Fall 2026-2027
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Architecture (Turkish) is a 4 yr, Turkish-taught phd / doctorate program at Istanbul Arel University in Istanbul, Türkiye. The total program tuition is $9,000, with the next intake in Fall 2026-2027. Apply through SIT with zero service fees.
Program overview
The PhD in Architecture program at Istanbul Arel University offers an advanced exploration of architectural theory and practice, equipping students with the skills to innovate and lead in the field.
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 duration typically varies, but most students complete their PhD in 3 to 5 years.
The program is offered in Turkish.
The university offers state-of-the-art facilities, including design studios and research labs.
Yes, applicants from various backgrounds may be considered, depending on their research proposal.
It runs 4 yr, taught in Turkish, with the next intake in Fall 2026-2027.
The total tuition for the whole program is $9,000. SIT's application and counselling service is 100% free.
What students say
“The Information Security Technology labs at Arel run live attack-defense exercises, not just slides. After classes I take the metrobus back across Istanbul and review the packet captures we collected that day.”
“I am writing my Sociology thesis on migration, and my supervisor connected me with two fieldwork sites in my first month. The international office even helped me get my documents apostilled back home in Rabat.”
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