Program Overview
The Visual Arts and Visual Communications Design at Sabanci University is a MA programme in Arts & Design 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 arts & design. 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 Visual Arts and Visual Communications Design 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 18,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 18,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Istanbul, Turkey
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Visual Arts and Visual Communications Design programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- [\'Building blocks: Artistic Media\', \'Building blocks: Art History\', \'Building blocks: Graphic Design\', \'Main Track: Visual ArtsMain Track: Visual Arts\', \'Main Track: Visual Communication DesignMain Track: Visual Communication Design\', \'Main Track: Theory of Artistic PracticeSample TopicsSample Topics\', \'Bisociation\', \'Body language\', "Collaborative or Shared Creativity/\'Produsage\'", \'Human & Technology Relations\', \'Individuation/Social Representations of Identity\', \'Legibility/Readability\']
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
International students can apply for a graduate degree\nprogram at Sabanci University with the following required documents.
- Online Application Form
- Graduate Program Entrance Exam Result (GMAT, GRE, GAT, ALES etc.)
- Copy of language proficiency exam score accepted by Sabanci\nUniversity (TOEFL, PTE etc.)
- Official Academic Transcript
- Two Letters of Recommendation
- Statement of Purpose
- Resume
- Photography
- Portfolio / Writing Sample (if applicable)
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 18,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 18,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 18,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 18,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Sabanci 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 Sabanci University
Sabanci University
Kocasinan, Turkey
Sabanci 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- Application Deadline 2031-05-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months