General Information: Istanbul is the Turkish center for culture, education, commerce, finance and media. It is the only city in the world that is located on two continents - Europe and Asia. More than 15 million people live in the city, which is steeped in history; approximately 14 million foreign tourists also visit Istanbul every year. Istanbul Bilgi University, founded in 1996, is a private university with over 20,000 students and eight faculties. The university has three campuses in the center of the city.
Study programs and specializations: A major and minor in psychology are offered as part of the bachelor's degree. There is also a master's program in organizational psychology and one in clinical psychology.
All psychology courses are held in English.
Study schedule: The winter semester usually begins in early October and ends in mid-January. The summer semester usually begins in mid-February and ends at the end of May. Examinations usually take place from the beginning/middle to the end of January and from the end of May to the middle of June.
Other Information: An orientation day for international students is held at the beginning of each semester. Important information is summarized in a Welcome Guide.
Erasmus Code: TR ISTANBU11
Available places/duration: 2 places á 6 months (BSc)
Teaching language/language level: English B2, if necessary Turkish B1
Coordination / International Office
Mrs. Behan Demir Langlois
Istanbul bilgi University
International Office
Eski Silahtaraga Elektrik Santrali Kazim KIarabekir Cad. no 2/13 Eyup
34387/Istanbul-Turkey
Tel: +90 212 311 5219
E-Mail: erasmus@bilgi.edu.tr
Department of Psychology
Departmental Coordinator
Ümit Akirmak
Tel.: 90 212 311 7798
E-Mail: umit.akirmak@bilgi.edu.tr
ERASMUS Assistant
Asli Önol
Tel.: 90 212 311 6534
E-Mail: asli.onol@bigli.edu.tr
Further Information