High Time Study in Türkiye
Your university degree in Türkiye
Every year we help students from Nigeria and many other countries start their bachelor’s and master’s degrees at Turkish universities. Tell us your goals and we will guide you from choosing a programme to your first day on campus.
- universities across the country
- 200+universities across the country
- international students already study in Türkiye
- 300,000+international students already study in Türkiye
- member of the European Higher Education Area (Bologna Process)
- EHEAmember of the European Higher Education Area (Bologna Process)
Why study in Türkiye?
English-taught programmes
Many universities offer full degree programmes in English, from engineering and business to medicine and dentistry.
A European-standard degree
As part of the European Higher Education Area, Turkish universities follow the Bologna degree structure used across Europe.
Reasonable costs
Tuition fees and living costs are generally lower than in the UK and much of Western Europe. Fees vary by university and programme; we help you compare.
Modern campuses and cities
Study in Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir and other cities with modern campuses, student housing and a large international community.
What you can study
Bachelor’s degree
Usually 4 years
Medicine takes 6 years; dentistry and pharmacy usually 5. Admission is based on your secondary school results and the university’s own requirements.
Master’s degree
Usually 1.5–2 years
Thesis and non-thesis options. Admission is based on your bachelor’s degree, transcript and, depending on the programme, language scores and a statement of purpose.
Preparatory year
Usually 1 year
If you do not yet meet the English or Turkish language requirement, many universities let you start with a one-year language preparatory programme.
Popular fields
- Medicine
- Dentistry
- Pharmacy
- Nursing
- Computer engineering
- Software engineering
- Civil engineering
- Electrical engineering
- Architecture
- Business administration
- International relations
- Psychology
How it works
Free consultation
Tell us about your goals through the form below, on WhatsApp or at our office in Nigeria.
Choose your programmes
We shortlist universities and programmes that match your results, budget and plans.
Prepare your documents
We check your documents, tell you what is missing and help you complete them.
Apply and get accepted
We submit your applications and follow up with the universities until you receive your acceptance letter.
Student visa
With your acceptance letter you apply for a student visa at the Turkish embassy or consulate in your country. Student visas cannot be obtained inside Türkiye.
Arrival and residence permit
After you arrive, you register at your university and apply for a student residence permit within one month. We guide you through each step.
Documents you will usually need
Requirements differ by university and programme. We confirm the exact list for each application.
Bachelor’s degree
- Valid passport
- Secondary school certificate and transcript (for Nigerian students: WAEC or NECO results)
- English language certificate if available (IELTS, TOEFL, Duolingo or the university’s own test)
- Passport-size photographs
Master’s degree
- Valid passport
- Bachelor’s degree certificate and transcript
- CV and statement of purpose
- Reference letters (for some programmes)
- English language certificate if required by the programme
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to speak Turkish?
No, not for English-taught programmes. Turkish-taught programmes require Turkish proficiency, which you can gain in a one-year Turkish preparatory programme.
Are WAEC and NECO results accepted?
Yes, many Turkish universities accept WAEC or NECO results for undergraduate admission. Minimum grades and required subjects vary by university and programme, so we check your results against each university’s requirements.
Are there scholarships?
Türkiye Scholarships (Türkiye Bursları) is the government’s fully funded programme with its own annual application. Many private (foundation) universities also offer partial tuition discounts to international students. We tell you which options may suit you.
When do programmes start?
Most programmes start in September or October. Some universities also accept students for the spring semester in February. Application deadlines differ by university.
Will my degree be recognised?
Türkiye is a member of the European Higher Education Area (Bologna Process), which supports the recognition of degrees. Recognition in your home country is decided by its own authorities; we can advise you before you choose.
Does the consultation cost anything?
The first consultation and the pre-application are free and do not commit you to anything.
Free pre-application
Fill in the short form and one of our consultants will contact you to discuss universities and programmes in Türkiye.