Overview

The Middle Eastern Studies (Non-Thesis) course offered by Isik University aims to equip students with critical thinking skills and in-depth knowledge necessary for engaging with contemporary issues in the region. This programme is important for fostering a nuanced understanding of Middle Eastern societies and their global interactions.

Key facts

The Middle East, one of the world’s most contested regions, has always been at the center of academic, political, and everyday discussions. The region's history dates back to ancient times and has hosted diverse peoples, cultures, religions, and civilizations. Today, leaders of established democracies, decision-makers, and major powers like Russia and China feel the need to engage with Middle Eastern politics for their future interests. Researchers and policymakers from around the world strive to understand ongoing developments in Syria and Iraq and assess how the West's agreement with Iran may shape future peace and regional dynamics.

The Arab uprisings and subsequent developments in Tunisia, Egypt, and Libya have demonstrated to the world that the Middle East is and will continue to be a major center of global politics.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Politics of the Middle East

Culture and Society in the Middle East

Middle East Economics

Research Methods in Social Sciences

Non-Thesis Research Project

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-02-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Istanbul, Turkey

Disciplines

Middle Eastern studies View 11 other Masters in Middle Eastern studies in Turkey

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Academic requirements

GPA

2

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Online Application

Application Form

Official Transcript document or its certified copy

Diploma or Temporary Graduation Certificate

Graduation GPA must be at least 2.00/4.00

English Proficiency Exam Result Certificate

Letter of Intent

Two referance letters (This document is not required from Işık University graduates.)

Photo (It is added to the online application system)

Graduate Education Entrance Exam Result Certificate. Minimum from the field in which the programme is accepted. Accepts 55 ALES or equivalent GRE/GMAT exam results

Portfolio

Research Proposal

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

10200 USD / year

≈ 10200 USD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

10200 USD / year

≈ 10200 USD / year

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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