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Total tuition

$7,800

Duration

4 yr

Language

Turkish

Degree

PhD / Doctorate

Next intake

Fall 2026-2027

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Istanbul Kultur UniversityIstanbul Kultur UniversityIstanbul, Türkiye
QS Europe: 601+; QS Emerging Europe and Central Asia: 401-450 (year not stated) 2,322 international students Est. 1997 Private
About Istanbul Kultur University

AI snapshot

Economics (Turkish) is a 4 yr, Turkish-taught phd / doctorate program at Istanbul Kultur University in Istanbul, Türkiye. The total program tuition is $7,800, with the next intake in Fall 2026-2027. Apply through SIT with zero service fees.

Program overview

The PhD in Economics at Istanbul Kultur University offers an in-depth exploration of economic theories and practices. Students engage with complex economic issues and contribute to the field through rigorous research and analysis.

Check the university and programme's recognition requirements in the country where you will use the qualification.

Admission, scholarships and discounts require the university's written confirmation; they are not guaranteed.

The university confirms language requirements and any preparatory-year fees. A preparatory year is free only when the university's written offer says so.

Graduation does not automatically grant employment, residence or a work permit; the competent authority's conditions apply.

How applying works

Five simple steps from application to enrollment. We handle the paperwork with you.

  1. 1

    Apply

    Apply by Nov 30, 2026, free, about 5 minutes

  2. 2

    Offer letter

    Decision timing is set by the university

  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 Fall 2026-2027, we help you settle in

Core curriculum

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

01Microeconomics
02Macroeconomics
03Econometrics
04Development Economics
05International Economics
06Public Economics

Career paths

Roles this program prepares you for.

Economist
Policy Analyst
Researcher
University Professor
Financial 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
  • The university confirms language requirements and any preparatory-year fees. A preparatory year is free only when the university's written offer says so.

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 PhD program typically takes several years to complete, depending on the research and dissertation process.

Experiences across this university

Students may be describing different programmes or years; these experiences do not establish this programme's outcomes.

“My counselor checked every document twice before I applied to Istanbul Kultur University, so my acceptance letter came in nine days. Now I'm studying Public Relations and Advertising and interning with a local agency.”
Rana KhasawnehPublic Relations and Advertising · Jordan
“I take English Language Education classes in the morning and practice teaching in the afternoon. Living in Istanbul on the European side, my commute to the Ataköy campus is just fifteen minutes by metro.”
Putri RahmawatiEnglish Language Education · Indonesia
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