Overview

Students who already have basic knowledge of a research field are expected to specialize in one of the Department’s research fields, like Linguistics, Literature, the History of the Ottoman Empire or the History/Politics of Modern Turkey, through an original Doctoral Thesis under the supervision of one of the academic members of the Department.

Key Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the PhD Program of Studies in Turkish Studies from University of Cyprus, students are expected to have acquired:

Critical thought, comparative skills, and critical processing skills

Advanced perception and scientific knowledge of their field

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

PhD Research Stage

ECTS recognition of prior Master studies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-04-02 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

92

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Middle Eastern studies

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a recognised University.

Previous University education in a suitable subject (academic background) and grades of relevant degrees.

Letters of recommendation.

Personal interview and/or written examination (if provided by the Department’s internal rules).

Submission of preliminary research proposal for admission to a doctoral course.

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
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Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

4000 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4000 EUR per year during 36 months.
National

4000 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4000 EUR per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Nicosia

576 - 866 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.