Overview

The Chemical and Biological Engineering programme offered by Koc University provides doctoral training in chemical and biological engineering, integrating chemistry, biology, and engineering principles to study and develop new processes and products. It emphasizes the application of molecular-level understanding to address complex challenges in engineering and life sciences.

Key Facts

Students engage in diverse research areas including biotechnology, catalysis, nanomaterials, and process engineering. The programme combines systems biology with engineering fundamentals, enabling students to explore topics such as drug discovery, tissue engineering, protein interactions, and sustainable energy solutions through both experimental and computational approaches.

The programme includes structured coursework, seminars, and research training, with strong emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration. Students develop expertise in modelling, optimization, and experimental design, culminating in independent research and a doctoral thesis that contributes to advancements in chemical and biological engineering.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Drug Discovery
Tissue Engineering
Process Dynamics, Control and Optimization
Catalysis
Polymer Science and Engineering
Microfluidics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-31 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

80

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Istanbul, Turkey

Disciplines

Chemical Engineering

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Academic requirements

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

80

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants can apply with a BS or MS degree
CV (personal and educational background) required
3 recommendation letters required
TOEFL iBT minimum 80 (taken at state universities in Turkey) or YDS / e-YDS / YÖKDİL minimum 80
ALES/GRE score required with minimum ALES 80 or GRE 156
Official transcripts from all attended universities required
Statement of Purpose required

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Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

Free

Additional Details

Fully-funded

Living costs

Istanbul

Turkey

2000 - 3240 TRY / month

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Scholarships Information

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