Study abroad in Istanbul, Turkey: Most popular universities for Design.

Are you thinking of studying Design, abroad? Below you can find the most popular universities and programmes to study Design in Istanbul, Turkey. This list is based on visitors on the Studyportals websites, listing more than 150,000 English-taught Bachelor's and Master's programmes world-wide.



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BAU

Bahçe?ehir University expects to be the leading force regionally and nationally in the enhancement of knowledge. Bahce?ehir University aims to educate students who are committed to promoting respect for the rights of others, who are considerate and appreciative of human differences, and of the constructive expression of ideas.
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Yeditepe University

Our University, which was named number one among the foundation universities among Turkey by the 2017 and 2018 reviews of Green Metric, an international platform about sustainability and environmental awareness and determines the greenest universities around the world, is also and only University in Turkey that produces its own energy by the solar panels on the rooftops within the campus. 
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Koc University

The university’s faculty consists of Turkey's most established senior researchers and PhD’s from elite research institutions worldwide. Most of our full-time faculty members have doctoral degrees from top-tier universities in the world.
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Kadir Has University

Kadir Has University was founded in 1997, in Istanbul. Civilization city with its campus located in the heart of Istanbul. A colorful university with individual development and training opportunities offered for all ages.
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Yildiz Technical University

Yildiz Technical University is one of the seven public universities situated in Istanbul besides being the 3rd oldest university of Turkey with its history dating back to 1911.
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Istanbul Bilgi University

?stanbul Bilgi University undertakes to contribute to science, artistic production, and the development of technology; to educate individuals whose research and problem solving skills have developed in an atmosphere of free thought and an awareness of social responsibility and whose competencies meet international standards.
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Most popular Design programmes for international students in Istanbul

These are the most popular programmes among international students who are looking for a Design degree in Istanbul.

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Game Design

BAU

This Game Design program at BAU offers its students to be able to design the processes needed for designing games, making of it and analysing it afterwards, as well as working at game studios and/or studying in a higher education for academic purposes.
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Visual Communication Design

Kadir Has University

The Visual Communication Design programme from Kadir Has University aims to raise individuals who will work as expert communication designers in Internet media, television, art and design related fields.
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Media and Visual Arts

Koc University

The current growth of media technologies promises a wide range of possibilities for the creative industry. Learn more in the Media and Visual Arts programme at Koc University.
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Design, Technology and Society

Koc University

The graduate program in Design, Technology and Society from Koc University aims to provide students with an opportunity to acquire an applied, theoretical, and critical understanding of interactive communication, experience design and service design, and to develop as researchers and practitioners.
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Architecture

Yildiz Technical University

The graduates of this Architecture program at Yildiz Technical University can apply to master programs to enhance their academic skills and career.
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Communication Design

Yildiz Technical University

The students who successfully complete the program are awarded the degree of Bachelor of Arts in Bachelor program in Communication Design at Yildiz Technical University.
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Graphic Design

Yeditepe University

The Graphic Design programme offered by the Yeditepe University has an effective role on creating and shaping today’s visual culture.
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Architecture

BAU

Graduate program in Architecture at BAU intends to develop and deeepen knowledge of the students in architecture to higher levels of professional competence based on Bachelor level qualifications; to give students an understanding in scholarly research; to develop ability to conduct and communicate studies individually and ability to enhance lifelong intellectual growth.
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To apply at one of these universities, you may need a proof of English proficiency. There are several standardised English tests that you can take to proof your English level, such as the PTE (Pearson Test of English), TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), CAE (Cambridge Advanced English) and IELTS (International English Language Testing System), offered by British Council and IDP. IELTS is the most popular of these tests, with British Council offering more than 1000 test locations and being accepted by more than 9,000 organisations world-wide.

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About Design

Design degrees prepare students to be able to create products that fulfil functional, as well as aesthetical, purposes, while also considering the economic and social aspects. Design degree studies offered by top design schools prepare professionals for careers in Multimedia, Advertising, Technology, but also Fashion Design or Interior Design.

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