Overview

About the program

One of the main aims of the PhD program in Translation Studies at Bogazici University is to examine the cultural interaction between Turkey and other cultures through the phenomenon of translation.

As research into cultural processes requires an approach that includes disciplines such as sociology, literature, psychology, history, political science, philosophy and cultural studies, the PhD program is designed to offer a multidisciplinary perspective.
Candidates for admission must be competent in a third language (in addition to Turkish and English) approved by the Department and must fulfill all other requirements specified in the regulations of the Institute for Graduate Studies in Social Sciences. Students entering the program from outside the Department may be required to take certain prerequisite courses specified by the Department. The program requires the successful completion of 8 courses (24 credits), followed by a qualifying examination, the submission of a PhD dissertation, and the oral defense of the latter.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

History of Translation Theory;
Seminar in Contemporary Transl. Theories;
History of Translation in Ottoman/Turkish Society;
Translation Theories and Critical Practice;
Research Methods in Translation Studies;
Guided Readings in Translation and Interpreting Studies;
Special Topics in Translation Studies;
Graduate Seminar.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-10 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Credits

24 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Istanbul, Turkey

Disciplines

Translation & Interpreting

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Academic requirements

GPA

3

GRE^®

Required

GMAT

Required

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Other requirements

General requirements

Documentation of English proficiency
For PhD applicants: foreign language proficiency exam scores (YDS/e-YDS/ YÖKDİL)
Graduate exam scores (ALES/GRE/GMAT)
Diploma or certificate of graduation or certificate of graduation obtained via e-government system
Student disciplinary record (required for applicants holding a degree from a university in Türkiye)
Official transcript
Reference letter
Statement of purpose
Curriculum vitae
Application fee
Citizens of the Republic of Türkiye who received their undergraduate or graduate degree abroad must submit a document of equivalence in order to be registered to a graduate program.
Foreign students who studied in a university abroad must submit a certificate of recognition from the Higher Education Council (YÖK).

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Tuition Fees

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Applies to you

Non-residents

16000 TRY / year

≈ 16000 TRY / year

Living costs

Istanbul

Turkey

2000 - 3240 TRY / month

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