Overview

The Architectural Design programme offered at Istanbul Bilgi University aims to equip designers and architects with advanced skills in computational design, coding, material research, robotics, and digital prototyping. Additionally, it introduces the fundamental principles and concepts of sustainability.

By emphasizing the environmental, social, and economic impacts of design, the programme encourages students not only to master new technologies but also to contribute to a more resilient and low-carbon future. This goal is pursued through collaboration with social projects, industrial partnerships, and non-governmental organizations, aiming to become a hub that develops open-source innovations.

Key facts

Graduates can pursue roles as computational designers in architecture and design offices with advanced knowledge of parametric and algorithmic design. These professionals focus on generating innovative, data-driven designs and optimizing complex geometries using coding. They can work alongside engineers to develop cutting-edge, efficient systems.

Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Readings on Digital Culture

Design Mathematics

Ecological Strategies in Design

Building Performance Methodologies

Digital Fabrication and Materiality

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-29 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

75

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Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Istanbul, Turkey

Disciplines

Architecture Design View 20 other Masters in Design in Turkey

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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75

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Other requirements

General requirements

Undergraduate Education and Diploma

Foreign Language Proficiency:

Transcript: Applicants must provide an undergraduate transcript to showcase their academic achievement during their studies in architecture.

Portfolio: Applicants should submit a digital portfolio that presents their visual and written work and highlights their interests, skills and inclinations. The portfolio should have a maximum digital file size of 10 MB.

Letter of Intent: Applicants must write a one-page letter of intent (approximately 1500 words, in English) explaining their reasons for applying to the programme, their expectations, their interests in relation to the programme.

Reference Letters: Applicants should submit two letters of reference that provide a comprehensive assessment of the applicant's skills, character and potential for success in the programme.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

8333 USD / year

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Living costs

Istanbul

Turkey

2000 - 3240 TRY / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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