2026 Graduation Ceremony
Dear Students, Our University’s “2026 Graduation Ceremony” will be held on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at 20.00 at Beykoz Belediyesi Beykoz Spor Ormanı.
15/05/2026Institute of Graduate Programs
Purpose of the Program
The aim of the program is to train experts who can analyze the dynamics of the international system and evaluate global political developments from a multidimensional perspective. It is aimed for students to gain in-depth knowledge in the fields of international relations theories, diplomacy and global politics. The program aims to develop students' analytical thinking and policy-making 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 Global Politics and International Relations Master's Program is English for both the thesis and non-thesis programs. Candidates whose English level is not sufficient are admitted to the English Preparatory Class.
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 / Non-Thesis
Global Politics 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?
Intakes 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 Global Politics and International Relations Non-Thesis Master's Program.
- In order to apply to the Global Politics 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.
- English proficiency is required for application to Global Politics and International Relations (English) Master's Programs. For application, candidates must have received at least 60 points from YDS/e-YDS/YÖKDİL exams or submit an exam result showing that they have received an equivalent score (TOEFL: 72, PEARSON PTE ACADEMIC: 55, CAE: C) from an international foreign language exam whose equivalence is accepted by ÖSYM.
- Candidates who do not have a foreign language exam result document can take the Beykoz University English Proficiency Exam (Beykoz-Prof). The exam schedule is announced to the candidates by the Institute of Graduate Programs. Candidates who get a score above 60 points from the exam meet the English proficiency requirement. Candidates who are not successful in the exam can enroll in Beykoz University English Preparatory Program.
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.)
- Foreign Language Exam Result (YDS/ e-YDS/ YÖKDİL at least 60 points / TOEFL: 72 / PEARSON PTE ACADEMIC: 55 / CAE: C)
- 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.
Training Place, 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. The Institute reserves the right to make changes to the training location, days, and hours when deemed necessary.
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
The Global Politics and International Relations (English) (With/Non-Thesis) Master’s Program is coordinated by Assoc. Prof. Pınar Sayan.
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. Our program has been graduating students since 2025.
This content was updated on 20/05/2026.
