Program Overview
The International Affairs and Public Policy (MIAPP) at Bilkent University is a Master 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 International Affairs and Public Policy (MIAPP) 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
- Tuition: USD 14,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,020 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Ankara, Turkey
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International Affairs and Public Policy (MIAPP) 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
- [\'Economics for International and Public Affairs I\', \'Economics for International and Public Affairs II\', \'Graduate Writing and Presentation Seminar\', \'International and Public Policy Decision Making\', \'International Politics\', \'European Union Integration, EU and OECD Economies\', "Turkey\'s International Relations", \'International Law and Organizations\', \'Global Political Economy\', \'International Business\', \'Term Project\']
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
A completed program must satisfy the following criteria:
- Completion of at least 24 units of credit course work. The seven required courses include the following: International Relations Theory, Issues in Turkish Foreign Policy, Pre-Thesis Seminar, Academic Practices, Fundamentals of Social Research Design, Research Methods and Academic Publication Ethics, and Master\'s Thesis. The five elective courses can be selected from the offered graduate courses each semester.
- Completion of an M.A. thesis proposal before the start of the second year.
- An M.A. thesis must be submitted to and approved by the thesis defense committee.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 14,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,020 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 14,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 9,020 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Bilkent University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Bilkent University
Bilkent University
Çankaya, Turkey
Bilkent 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
