Music (Turkish) - Thesis Program

Purpose of the Program

In a rapidly changing and developing world, according to the contemporary universal understanding, it is seen that programs providing education in the fields of culture and art, as well as science, are increasingly taking place and interdisciplinary relations are coming to the fore.

The aim of the program is to train researchers, performers and theorists who will change and develop the individual's perspective in every field of music towards the future without breaking away from the roots, and who are conscious, cultured and can integrate the national identity of the music they represent with the world.

Structure of the Program

In order to complete the thesis-based Master's program, a "thesis" study must be completed under the supervision of an assigned advisor after taking 7 courses (21 credits) and "seminar" courses.

Application Conditions and Required Documents

Application Conditions

• Graduates of conservatory or four-year music education departments can apply to the program. For out-of-field applications, candidates will be subject to a Scientific Preparation Program as required.

Application Documents

• Undergraduate Graduation Certificate (Original document, notarized copy or graduation certificate obtained from the E-Government system)
• Transcript; original or approved by the university from which the student graduated.
• Copy of ID Card, Notarized Copy or Document Received via E-Government
• 1 passport size photo
• Residence and Criminal Record from E-Government
• Military Status Certificate for Male Candidates
• For Graduates from Universities Abroad; Original or certified copy of the equivalence certificate received from the Council of Higher Education and/or a certificate of recognition issued by the Council of Higher Education.
• Filling out the TC Istanbul Okan University Master's Degree application form

(If you bring the originals, there is no need for notary approval, we will make the originals.)