Turkish Government - Ibni Haldun Social Sciences program 

What the Türkiye Scholarships Ibni Haldun programme gives you

You will receive a monthly scholarship of about 420 EUR for 12 months to undertake a Master’s or PhD programme in the social sciences at a Turkish university. The Turkish government (YTB, the Agency for Turks Abroad) will also cover all your tuition fees, provide you with free accommodation in a student hall of residence, arrange free health insurance, a one-year Turkish language course, and a return flight from your home country at the start and end of your studies. The term ‘social sciences’ is broadly defined here: economics, banking and finance, international relations, law, political science, Islamic theology and Turkish language and literature all fall under this category.

Who can apply

• Degree level: You are applying for a Master’s degree programme or a PhD programme. You have already obtained your previous degree or are about to do so.
• Field of study: Your degree subject is one of the social sciences listed above.
• Where you study: You are studying at a university in Turkey that was suggested to you in the application system.
• Nationality: Applicants of all nationalities are welcome to apply, with the exception of current or former Turkish nationals.
• Age: As part of 30 for a Master’s degree programme, and as part of 35 for a PhD.
• Grades: Your average mark from your most recent degree is at least 80%.
• No double funding: You have never received a scholarship for a Master’s degree from a Turkish government body and are not currently studying at the same level in Turkey.

How to apply

Applications can be submitted free of charge online via the application system for ‘Türkiye Scholarships’ between 10 January and 20 February. Shortlisted candidates will then be invited to an interview before the final decision is made.

How realistic are your chances?

The ‘Türkiye Scholarships’ are renowned worldwide and attract a large number of applicants. Selection is based on merit and includes an interview, so competition is very fierce. Your chances will improve if your grades are well above the minimum requirement of 80% and your degree subject is a good fit with the social sciences focus. It is advisable to apply early in the application period and to select programmes that are offered to you in the system.