Program Overview
The Social Sciences at METU Middle East Technical University is a Master 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 Social Sciences 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
- Location: Ankara, Turkey
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Social Sciences programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- GTSS 501: Joint Seminar I: Turkey and Germany
- GTSS 503: Modern Turkey: Social Transformations, Economic Development and Governance Structures
- Social Science Elective (Free Elective)
- GTSS 551: Social Science Readings in German I or Social Science Readings in Turkish I
- GTSS 591: Graduate Seminar I (NC)
- GTSS 502: Joint Seminar II: Turkey and German
- GTSS 504: Turkey, Middle East and Eurasia
- GTSS 552: Social Science Readings in German II or Social Science Readings in Turkish II
- GTSS 592: Graduate Seminar II (NC)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Application Fee Receipt
- English Proficiency Exams
- Graduate Exams
- Reference Letters
- Transcript
- Letter of Intention
- CV in English
- Academic writing sample (1000-3000 words)
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 METU Middle East Technical University
METU Middle East Technical University
Ankara, Turkey
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University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months