Overview

The target of the program is to provide students with basic theoretical approaches and accumulation of knowledge in the field of architecture and the listed sub-research areas at international, national and local scales. Within the framework of the program, the students will gain the ability to conduct independent research, to interpret the scientific events with a broad perspective and to determine the necessary steps to reach new syntheses.

Career opportunities

The Architecture program from Yasar University both enables the candidates to embark on an academic career with a research culture and provides them with new insights into specific areas of the discipline.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The first year of the PhD programme consists of coursework, followed by one year of preparation for the Doctorate Proficiency Examination.

After passing the examination successfully, students will begin to write their dissertations, for a total research period of two years.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-12 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Izmir, Turkey

Disciplines

Architecture View 7 other PhDs in Architecture in Turkey

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Academic requirements

GPA

3

GRE^®

Required

GMAT

500

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Other requirements

General requirements

International students need to apply for a student visa in order to study at the university and after they should apply for a residence permit

To be a graduate of Architecture or similar (e.g. Architecture, Interior Architecture, Interior Architecture and Environmental Design, Landscape Design, City and Regional Planning) bachelor’s degree program and to be a graduate of Architecture, City and Regional Planning, Interior Architecture, Interior Architecture and Environmental Design, Landscape Design, Energy Technologies, Sociology, New Media, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or similar MSc degree programs (with thesis).

GRE (New) : Min. 153, GMAT: Min. 500 ALES: 70 Quantitative

Postgraduate diploma (or higher)

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Tuition Fees

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Applies to you

Non-residents

4000 USD / year

≈ 4000 USD / year

Living costs

Izmir

Turkey

1650 - 2500 TRY / month

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