What this degree covers
Ergotherapy (Occupational Therapy) helps people return to daily life and work after illness and injury. Universities across Turkey run up-to-date programs in this field in English and Turkish, built around practice, projects and internships. Most bachelor's tracks last 4 years.
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What the coursework covers
Study progresses from core foundations to specialised subjects and hands-on work.
- Anatomy and physiology
- Fundamentals of occupational therapy
- Developmental psychology
- Medical ethics
- Introduction to rehabilitation
- Occupational therapy methods
- Assistive technology
- Fine-motor rehabilitation
- Psychosocial rehabilitation
- Clinical practice I
- Paediatric occupational therapy
- Geriatric rehabilitation
- Vocational rehabilitation
- Sensory integration
- Clinical practice II
- deeper specialization through practical assignments, electives and project work;
- a capstone project or internship that connects the program with career plans or further study.
Career opportunities
- Occupational therapist at hospitals and rehab centres
- Assistive-technology specialist
- Rehabilitation specialist at special schools
- Private practice
What specialists earn in Turkey and abroad
What raises income: specialization and residency, languages, experience at university hospitals. For this year's exact figures by city and company, book a free consultation.
Should you choose Ergotherapy?
It clicks if you…
- You are interested in Ergotherapy and related subjects.
- You are ready to combine theory with practice - projects and internships.
- A worldwide-recognized diploma and study-abroad experience matter to you.
Think it over if…
- You're undecided on your direction - begin with a consultation.
- You want a program only in your native language - check this with the chosen university.
Additional guide to programme language
For Ergotherapy, students should check the language of clinical terminology, case work and rehabilitation practice. Topkapi lists Occupational Therapy in Turkish, while Bahcesehir lists Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation in English and Turkish.
Examples to check with StudyU: Topkapi University: Occupational Therapy (Bachelor, Turkish); Bahcesehir University: Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation (English) (Bachelor, English); Bahcesehir University: Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation (Turkish) (Bachelor, Turkish).
Universities offering Ergotherapy
Compare universities - tuition, language and degree side by side.
| University | Degree | Language | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biruni University | Bachelor | Turkish | $4 000/yr |
| Ankara Medipol University | Bachelor | Turkish | $4 000/yr |
| Atlas University | Bachelor | Turkish | $4 500/yr |
| Medipol University | Bachelor | Turkish | $4 500/yr |
| Topkapi University | Bachelor | Turkish | $6 500/yr |
How to apply for Ergotherapy in Turkey
Admission to Ergotherapy programs at private Turkish universities runs on your school record: an 11-year certificate is accepted directly, and most universities skip entrance exams. Two prerequisites: a language certificate (TOEFL for English tracks, TÖMER for Turkish) and the denklik equivalence - we process the latter alongside your application. Public universities may require the YÖS or SAT.
What applicants ask most
Yes - an 11-year school certificate is accepted directly, and most private universities admit to Ergotherapy without entrance exams. State universities sometimes request YÖS or SAT.
Most partner universities offer Ergotherapy in English (TOEFL required); Turkish-taught tracks accept TÖMER. If your language level falls short, universities provide a preparatory year.
Programs are available in turkish. Which language you study in depends on the university; we'll help you choose.
Most bachelor's tracks last 4 years. Medicine and a few engineering programs are longer; we'll specify for your program.
We support you at each stage: university and program choice, documents, visa, housing. The first consultation is free.
City (Istanbul and Ankara lead), employer type and languages set the range - international companies pay clearly above local ones. In medicine, income rises significantly after residency and licensing. We show current ranges for your country and career track during the consultation.
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