Teaching Turkish to Foreigners (Thesis) (Master)

The Turkish Language Teaching for Foreigners Master's Program with Thesis at Fatih Sultan Mehmet Vakıf University is a two-year graduate program conducted in Turkish, designed to equip students with advanced knowledge and skills in teaching Turkish to non-native speakers. It is intended for candidates holding a bachelor’s degree in Turkish Language Teaching, Linguistics, Education, or related fields. The curriculum combines theoretical foundations and practical applications, covering second language acquisition, curriculum design, assessment and evaluation, intercultural communication, and development of language skills. A key component of the program is the master’s thesis, which involves original research on topics such as language teaching methodologies, material development, language assessment, and cultural integration under expert supervision. Graduates are prepared for careers in academic institutions, language schools, cultural organizations, and curriculum development, as well as for further academic study. The program is offered through the Institute of Graduate Studies at Fatih Sultan Mehmet Vakıf University in Istanbul.