TURKEY EDUCATIONAL SYSTEM AND BENEFITS TO INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Higher education system in Turkey is administered by the council of higher education, an organisation responsible for planning and governance of higher education system in Turkey. International student numbers in Turkish higher education have increased considerable in recent years.

The Turkish government in recent year’s have pursuit an aggressive internalization policy in an attempt to attract more than 150,000 international students in years lying ahead. Furthermore, Turkish government has invested massively to support international students through a scholarship program.

Turkish government is also embracing and supporting collaboration between Turkish and international universities and colleges which has significantly contributed to recognition of Turkey as one of the preferred study destinations.

Another factors that form the basis for which Turkey becomes the centre of attraction, is the account that some universities in Turkey offer instructions in English accompanied with relatively low tuition cost.

Research has it that, there are 183 Universities in Turkey, 109 State Universities, 65 private’s foundation universities, eight technical universities, one fine art university, one institute of technology, national defence university and police academy. Meaning the growth in Turkey has progressed considerably on many standard education indicators in recent years.

Other benefits includes:

• MULTICULTURALISM: For many years Turkey has been the home to cultural and historical legacy. Turkey is literally a bridge between the west. Istanbul a city in Turkey is the only city in the world that is situated in both Europe and Asia. Turkey attracts foreigners owning to physical and spiritual characteristics.

• INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNISED DEGREE: Degree awarded by Turkish universities are globally recognised.

• COST OF LIVING: Cost of studying and living will be other consideration in your study decision. Cost of living and tuition is really cheap and affordable compared to other countries in Europe and North America.
• EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES: Various options are open to international student upon graduation from Turkish universities which include securing an employment within and outside shores of Turkey, pursuing graduate degrees etc. In like manner, international students are permitted to work on or off campus while undertaking their studies.