Program Overview
The Comparative Studies in History and Society (Non-Thesis) at Koc University is a MA programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Comparative Studies in History and Society (Non-Thesis) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Turkey and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Location: Istanbul, Turkey
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Comparative Studies in History and Society (Non-Thesis) programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Historical Sociology
- Research Methods and Design
- Social Theory
- Applied Research I
- Applied Research II
- Turkish State and Society
- Social Stratification
- Nations and Nationalism
- Ottoman State and Society
- Comparative Perspectives on the Middle East
- Etatist Policies in Comparative Perspective
- Social and Political Movements
- Migration and Population Movements
- Advanced Topics in the History of Culture and Society
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Applicants are expected to be graduated from an undergraduate program. Students, who are still studying and are expected to graduate before the Fall Term, can also apply.
- Official Transcripts: Minimum GPA: 3,00/4,00. Applicants are expected to take at least two History or Sociology courses during their undergraduate studies. These courses should be either required area, area elective or other equilavent courses.
- ALES (Akademik Personel ve Lisans\xc3\xbcst\xc3\xbc Egitimi Giris Sinavi): Min. 70 from Equally Weighted.
- GRE (Graduate Record Examination; For International Applicants): Minimum 160 from Quantitative
- 2 letters of recommendation.
- After application, all applications are evaluated by the committee and ranked within their ALES/GRE scores, recommendation letters etc. If needed, interviews are held by the committee.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
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About Koc University
Koc University
Sarıyer, Turkey
Koc University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months