Inside the program
Cinema and Television is a sought-after field that combines a strong theoretical foundation with hands-on practice. Turkish universities offer modern programs in this area taught in English and Turkish, with labs, projects and internships. A bachelor's degree usually takes 4 years (medicine and some engineering fields take longer).
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Key subjects you take
Your career outlook
Graduates in Cinema and Television work at specialized companies, public and private organizations, and many go on to a master's degree. A Turkish diploma is recognized under the Bologna system, which opens up employment and further study abroad. Specific career paths and conditions depend on the specialization and university.
Pay and demand in Turkey and beyond
What raises income: a personal portfolio of publications and videos, digital tools, a third language. We will give you the current salary ranges by city and employer during a free consultation.
How to tell it fits you
You are on the right track if you…
- You are interested in Cinema and Television and related subjects.
- You're keen to mix theory with real practice - projects and internships.
- You want an internationally recognized diploma and the experience of studying abroad.
Look closer if…
- You haven't settled on a field yet - a consultation is a good first step.
- Your native language is a must - verify the language of instruction at the university.
Additional guide to programme language
For Cinema and Television, programme language affects scripts, production projects, critique and portfolio work. Bahcesehir lists this bachelor's track in English.
Examples to check with StudyU: Bahcesehir University: Cinema and Television (Bachelor, English).
Universities offering Cinema and Television
Compare universities - tuition, language and degree side by side.
| University | Degree | Language | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Isik University | Bachelor | Turkish | $3 600/yr |
| Okan University | Bachelor | Turkish | $4 500/yr |
| Altinbas University | Bachelor | Turkish | $5 000/yr |
| Bahcesehir University | Bachelor | English | $8 200/yr |
| Okan University | Master | Turkish | $3 500/yr |
| Bahcesehir University | Master | English | $14 000/yr |
| Kadir Has University | Master | Turkish | $20 000/yr |
| Okan University | PhD | Turkish | $7 000/yr |
How to apply for Cinema and Television in Turkey
Admission to Cinema and Television programs at private Turkish universities runs on your school record: an 11-year certificate is accepted directly, and most universities skip entrance exams. You'll need a language certificate - TOEFL for English-taught tracks or TÖMER for Turkish-taught ones - plus the denklik equivalence procedure, which we handle alongside your application. Public universities may require the YÖS or SAT.
Start 6-9 months before the intake: early applicants get the best scholarship offers, and popular programs fill their discounted seats first. We shortlist universities for Cinema and Television, negotiate the maximum discount and fix it in the contract.
Common questions
Yes - an 11-year school certificate is accepted directly, and most private universities admit to Cinema and Television without entrance exams. State universities sometimes request YÖS or SAT.
Most partner universities offer Cinema and Television in English (TOEFL required); Turkish-taught tracks accept TÖMER. A preparatory year is available when the language level is not sufficient.
Tuition starts from $3 500 per year (full price before any discount). We'll work out the precise amount and discount per university in a free consultation.
Programs are available in english / turkish. The language depends on the university - we'll help you find a good fit.
Most bachelor's tracks last 4 years; medicine and some engineering programs run longer.
Absolutely - we help with everything: choosing a university and program, paperwork, visa, accommodation. The first consultation is free.
The range depends on the city (higher in Istanbul and Ankara), the type of employer and languages: international companies pay noticeably more than local ones. In media, income grows with the portfolio and the move into digital formats. We will share current ranges during a consultation.
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