Total tuition

$5,000

Duration

4 yr

Language

English

Degree

PhD

Next intake

January, September

AI snapshot

Biotechnology is a 4 yr, English-taught phd program at Yeditepe University in Istanbul, Türkiye. The total program tuition is $5,000, with the next intake in January, September. Apply through SIT with zero service fees.

Program overview

Explore the dynamic field of biotechnology at Yeditepe University, where innovative research meets practical application. This PhD program prepares students to contribute to advancements in health, agriculture, and environmental sustainability.

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

    Starts January, September — we help you settle in

Core curriculum

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

01Molecular Biology
02Genetic Engineering
03Bioprocessing Technology
04Bioinformatics
05Cell Culture Techniques
06Environmental Biotechnology
07Pharmaceutical Biotechnology

Career paths

Roles this program prepares you for.

Research Scientist
Biotechnology Consultant
Quality Control Analyst
Regulatory Affairs Specialist
Biomanufacturing Manager

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 duration typically varies, but it generally takes around 3-5 years to complete a PhD program.

Student stories

What students say

My counselor walked me through every document for the equivalency certificate before I even landed in Istanbul. Two semesters into Software Development at Yeditepe University, the project-based courses are exactly what I hoped for.
Omar El-SayedSoftware Development · Egypt
Coming from Tehran, I worried about paperwork, but the admissions team answered every visa question within a day. The e-commerce program mixes marketing and coding, and my professors actually reply to emails.
Kamran HosseiniElectronic Commerce and Management · Iran

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