Program Overview
The Philosophy and Social Thought at Istanbul Bilgi University is a MA programme in Social Sciences over 24 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 social sciences. 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 Philosophy and Social Thought 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 5,743 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 5,743 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Istanbul, Turkey
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Philosophy and Social Thought programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Social and Cultural Theory
- Introduction to Post-Colonial Theory
- The Sacred, Sacrifice and Modernity
- Melancholy and Modernity
- Plato and Ignorance
- Ethics, Power, Freedom
- Hegel\x92s Phenomenology of Spirit
- German Idealism and Transcendence
- Singularity
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GMAT score:
The GMAT is specifically designed for admission to business or management schools, and is meant to test how prepared you are for a business degree programme
- Online application form Download
- Undergraduate diploma
- Official transcript
- Two letters of recommendation or Reference Form Download
- ALES (verbal or quantitative or equal weight) >= 55 or
- YDS >= 60 or
- B?LET (B?LG? English Test) >= 70
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 5,743 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 5,743 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 5,743 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 5,743 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Istanbul Bilgi 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 Istanbul Bilgi University
Istanbul Bilgi University
İstanbul, Turkey
Istanbul Bilgi University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Start Date 2017-09-26
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
