Establishment: The Biotechnology (Thesis) Master’s Program was established in 2021 under the Department of Genetics and Bioengineering, within the Institute of Graduate Education.

Qualification Awarded: Students who successfully complete the program are awarded a Master’s Degree. In addition, depending on their field of study, they also earn the title of ‘Specialist.’ This title indicates that graduates possess advanced knowledge and skills in their area of expertise and are qualified to apply for specialist positions within their respective fields.

Level of Qualification: Master’s Degree (Second Cycle)

Language of Instruction: The language of instruction for the program is Turkish.

Quota: The program quota for each semester is determined based on the recommendation of the Department Head and the approval of the Institute Board. The maximum number of students allowed per semester is 15 (fifteen), as recognized by the Council of Higher Education (YÖK). Admissions are announced in accordance with the student admission regulations set by the Institute.

with a Faculty/School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, or a faculty related to Technology. Graduates of undergraduate programs outside these fields are required to complete a scientific preparatory program. Additionally, applicants must have obtained a minimum score of 55 in the Quantitative section of the ALES (Academic Personnel and Graduate Education Entrance Exam).

Evaluation and Admission: The evaluation criteria for applicants are determined at the beginning of each semester upon the recommendation of the Department Chair and the approval of the Institute Board. Applicants may be required to take a written and/or oral scientific examination or submit a portfolio. Candidates who meet the criteria and successfully pass the evaluations must complete their final registration within the dates specified in the academic calendar.

Registration Requirements: Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree deemed equivalent by the Council of Higher Education (YÖK), as approved by the Institute Board upon the recommendation of the Department Chair. Foreign language proficiency and ALES scores must be obtained within the validity periods specified by ÖSYM. Admission requirements for the program are determined and announced at the beginning of each semester.

Recognition of Prior Learning: Students’ prior learning and achievements may be recognized in accordance with relevant regulations, and exemptions from certain courses may be granted accordingly. The recognition and exemption process is carried out based on the student’s application, the recommendation of the Department Chair, and the approval of the Institute Administrative Board

Scholarships and Tuition Fees: Scholarships and tuition fees for the program are determined in accordance with university regulations by the Board of Trustees of Istanbul Nişantaşı University. Prospective students may apply for scholarships by reviewing the requirements and deadlines announced by the Graduate School at the beginning of each semester.

Biotechnology Master’s Program with Thesis: Students admitted to the Biotechnology Master’s Program (with Thesis) are required to successfully complete seven courses totaling 21 credits within the first two semesters in order to graduate. In addition, students must pass a seminar course in the second semester and successfully complete their master’s thesis during the third and fourth semesters. The minimum duration to complete the program is four semesters, while the maximum allowable duration is six semesters.

For detailed course descriptions and curriculum of the Biotechnology Master’s Program (with thesis), please click here.

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Head of Department

Prof. Dr. Zeynep Birsu ÇİNÇİN

Faculty Members

Prof. Dr. Nimet KARATAŞ

Prof. Dr. Zeynep Birsu ÇİNÇİN

Prof. Dr. İsmet Ayşe KAYPMAZ

Prof. Dr. Songül ŞEREFHANOĞLU

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sevilay ERİMŞAH

Asst. Prof. Dr. Mehmet Murat ÇUHADAROĞLU

Asst. Prof. Dr. Zelal Zuhal KAYA

Asst. Prof. Dr. Kıymet Aslı KİREÇTEPE AYDIN

Asst. Prof. Dr. Fatma İlayda AYDINLI

Asst. Prof. Dr. Şafak Ceren UÇAK

Asst. Prof. Dr. Kamil Serkan UZYOL

Asst. Prof. Dr. Aynur MÜDÜROĞLU KIRMIZIBEKMEZ

Asst. Prof. Dr. Nisa UYAR ALPARSLAN

Asst. Prof. Dr. Bilge Sema TEKEREK

For Academic Inquiries: Prof. Dr. Zeynep Birsu ÇİNÇİN, Head of Department, Email: zeynepbirsu.cincin@nisantasi.edu.tr

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Graduate School Address: Maslak Neighborhood, Taşyoncası Street, No. 1V and No. 1Y, Sarıyer–Istanbul, Türkiye.