PhD
Music
BBilkent University · Ankara English 4 yr Rolling
$14,500 / yr
Total tuition
$40,000
Duration
4 yr
Language
Turkish
Degree
PhD
Next intake
January, September
AI snapshot
Music (Turkish) is a 4 yr, Turkish-taught phd program at Bahcesehir Istanbul University in Istanbul, Türkiye. The total program tuition is $40,000, with the next intake in January, September. Apply through SIT with zero service fees.
Program overview
The PhD in Music (Turkish) at Bahcesehir Istanbul University offers an in-depth exploration of music theory, composition, and performance, preparing students for advanced research and professional practice 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
Free, about 5 minutes with an advisor
- 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 January, September — we help you settle in
Core curriculum
Representative modules from the program, your advisor shares the full syllabus.
01Music Theory
02Composition Techniques
03Ethnomusicology
04Music Education
05Performance Studies
06Music Technology
Career paths
Roles this program prepares you for.
University Professor
Music Researcher
Composer
Music Critic
Cultural 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
- Turkish proficiency or a 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 PhD program typically takes several years to complete, depending on the pace of research and dissertation writing.
Student stories
What students say
“Balancing lab work for my Sports Nutrition thesis with life in Istanbul felt overwhelming at first, but the international office helped me sort my residence permit appointment before classes even started.”
“My thesis supervisor in Surgical Diseases Nursing at Bahcesehir Istanbul University replies to drafts within days, not weeks. The hospital placements are organized through the university, so I never chased paperwork myself.”
Compare similar programs
| Program | University | Duration | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Music (Turkish)THIS | Bahcesehir Istanbul University | 4 yr | $40,000 |
| Music | Bilkent University | 4 yr | $14,500 |
| Music (Turkish) | Istanbul Okan University | 4 yr | $7,000 |
| Music Proficiency in Art | Maltepe University | 4 yr | $6,000 |
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