Programme Structure
Curriculum:
Because the curriculum provides each student with a substantive grounding in these fields, the student is able to constructively challenge the way they are practiced from a position of authority rather than from a position of hearsay.
Besides, several of the courses (e.g. languages, statistics, computer programming, summer training) aim to develop specific skills that are essential to the workplace. In the meantime, the philosophy courses on their own provide a more than sufficient basis from which to pursue graduate work in philosophy.
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
- GPA: 2.5
- GRE®: 151 (verbal)
English requirements
TOEFL® iBT: 87
Other requirements
General requirements
- Statement of Purpose: A letter in English describing academic achievements, research interests, potential thesis topic(s), faculty members you are interested in working with, and motivations for applying to the program (Word limit: 600 to 800 words, double-spaced).
- Letters of Recommendation: Three letters [completed online by referee]
- Writing sample: A sample essay in English (e.g. research paper) (Word limit: 2000-3000 words, double-spaced) [uploaded] Note: Those applying to the PhD after MA/MSc should upload their thesis instead of a sample essay.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD. International (Non-residents) tuition fees apply to students who are not citizens or permanent residents of the study country.
International: 24,715 AUD / year (≈ 17,600 USD / year)
National tuition: 535,400 TL
Living costs
Ankara, Turkey: 46-68 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarship opportunities for this Philosophy programme include the Bilkent University Merit Scholarship (grant, various benefits, deadline: anytime, merit-based).
