Total tuition
$9,000
Duration
4 yr
Language
Turkish
Degree
PhD / Doctorate
Next intake
Fall 2026-2027
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Graphic Design 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 Graphic Design at Istanbul Arel University offers an advanced exploration of visual communication and design principles. Students engage in innovative research and develop critical skills to excel in the evolving field of graphic design.
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 Arts & humanities graduates in Türkiye typically end up (bachelor's graduates).
National average, all fields: 75.9%
16.1 months
47.3%
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 PhD programs generally take several years to complete, depending on the research focus and individual progress.
Yes, the program is conducted in English, catering to international students.
Istanbul Arel University provides modern facilities, including design studios, computer labs, and access to industry-standard software.
Graduates can pursue various roles in graphic design, including positions in advertising, branding, and digital media.
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
“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.”
“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.”
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