PhD Turkish 4 yr

Political Science and International Relations

Bahcesehir Cyprus University · Istanbul, North Cyprus
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Total tuition

$5,260

Duration

4 yr

Language

Turkish

Degree

PhD

Next intake

January, September

Bahcesehir Cyprus UniversityBahcesehir Cyprus UniversityIstanbul, Türkiye
Est. 2017 Private
About Bahcesehir Cyprus University

AI snapshot

Political Science and International Relations is a 4 yr, Turkish-taught phd program at Bahcesehir Cyprus University in Istanbul, North Cyprus. The total program tuition is $5,260, with the next intake in January, September. Apply through SIT with zero service fees.

Program overview

Explore the complexities of global politics and international relations through this PhD program. Engage with critical theories and methodologies while developing advanced research skills in a dynamic academic environment.

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. 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.

01Comparative Politics
02International Relations Theory
03Political Economy
04Research Methods in Political Science
05Global Governance
06Public Policy Analysis

Career paths

Roles this program prepares you for.

Policy Analyst
Diplomat
International Relations Consultant
Political Scientist
Academic Researcher

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
  • 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 duration typically varies, but it generally takes several years to complete, depending on the research progress.

Student stories

What students say

“What convinced me was the credit mobility, I spent one semester at the BAU campus in Istanbul while completing my management degree. Class sizes stay small, so professors actually learn your name by week two.”
Priya RaghavanBusiness Administration and Management · India
“Banking and Finance at Bahcesehir Cyprus University uses trading-floor simulations from the second year, and our lecturers bring real portfolio cases to class. The application itself was handled smoothly through the Istanbul admissions office.”
Ahmed Al-HamdaniBanking and Finance · Yemen

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