Institute of Graduate Programs
Purpose of the Program
The program aims to train experts who can analyze the dynamics of national and international political systems and evaluate global political developments from a multidimensional and critical perspective. Students are expected to acquire comprehensive and practice-oriented knowledge in the fields of political science theories, comparative politics, international relations, and Turkish politics. The program seeks to strengthen students' analytical thinking, policy development, and scientific research skills.
Structure of the Program
The non-thesis program consists of 10 courses and the Master's Term Project, and the thesis program consists of 7 courses, a seminar course and a Master's Thesis.
Courses consist of compulsory courses and elective courses. Click here to access the compulsory and elective courses.
Language of the Program
The language of instruction of the Political Science and International Relations Master's Program is Turkish for both the thesis and non-thesis programs.
Duration of the Program
The duration of the Non-Thesis Master's Program is at least 2 semesters and is completed in a maximum of 3 semesters. The Master's Program with Thesis is completed in a minimum of 4 semesters and a maximum of 6 semesters.
In accordance with the YÖK Regulation, students studying in formal education programs are obliged to attend classes at a rate of 70%.
Why Master's Program With Thesis/ Non-Thesis?
Political Science and International Relations master's programs are offered as thesis and non-thesis programs for both professional life, research and academic life.
Candidates who want to advance in the academic field and continue their doctoral programs can choose the program with thesis.
Who Can Apply?
Applications are accepted from all degree programs.
Application and Evaluation
Applications are made by filling out the online application form of the Institute of Graduate Programs.
- Grade point average and ALES requirements are not required for applications to the Political Science and International Relations Non-Thesis Master's Program.
- In order to apply to the Political Science and International Relations Master's Program with Thesis, at least 55 points are required from the ALES exam in the Equal Weight (EA) score type.
The application documents are as follows:
- Identity document
- Passport Photo
- Undergraduate Diploma or Graduation Certificate (Graduation Certificate obtained via e-Government is valid.)
- Undergraduate Transcript (Transcript Document obtained via e-Government is valid.)
- ALES Result (Only for the Thesis program, at least 55 points from the EA Score type are required.)
- Military Service Certificate (Mandatory only for male candidates.)
Applications of candidates who submit their application documents in full are evaluated.
Tuition Fee
Click here for detailed information about tuition fees and payment terms.
Course Locations, Days and Hours
Courses are held at Beykoz University Kavacık Schools of Higher Education Campus or Faculty of Business and Administrative Sciences Campus between 19.00 and 22.00 on weekdays.
Academic Staff
Our academic staff is composed of faculty members with extensive research backgrounds and field experience in their respective areas of expertise.
Click here to learn more about our faculty.
Program Coordinator
Political Science and International Relations (Turkish) (With/Non-Thesis) Master’s Program is coordinated by Prof. Aylin Ünver Noi.
Our Alumni
It is aimed that graduates will work as experts in public institutions, international organizations, think tanks, civil society organizations, consultancy firms, private sector or in the academic field.
This content was updated on 20/05/2026.