Total tuition
$40,000
Duration
4 yr
Language
Turkish
Degree
PhD / Doctorate
Next intake
Fall 2026-2027
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Sociology is a 4 yr, Turkish-taught phd / doctorate program at Bahcesehir Istanbul University in Istanbul, Türkiye. The total program tuition is $40,000, with the next intake in Fall 2026-2027. Apply through SIT with zero service fees.
Program overview
The PhD in Sociology at Bahcesehir Istanbul University offers a rigorous exploration of social structures, relationships, and cultural dynamics. This program prepares students for advanced research and academic careers in various sociological fields.
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 Social sciences & media graduates in Türkiye typically end up (bachelor's graduates).
National average, all fields: 75.9%
18.1 months
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.
Frequently asked questions
The program focuses on exploring social structures, relationships, and cultural dynamics through advanced research methodologies.
Graduates can pursue careers as academic researchers, university lecturers, policy analysts, and social research consultants.
Bahcesehir Istanbul University is located in Istanbul, Turkey, a vibrant city known for its rich history and cultural diversity.
The PhD in Sociology is offered in Turkish.
It runs 4 yr, taught in Turkish, with the next intake in Fall 2026-2027.
The total tuition for the whole program is $40,000. SIT's application and counselling service is 100% free.
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.”
“I finished my bachelor's in Baku and came to Bahcesehir for the Strategic Marketing and Brand Management master's. Case studies use real Turkish brands, and my professor connected me with an internship in Besiktas.”
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