What this degree covers
Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation (Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation) is about restoring movement and body function after injury and illness. Turkish universities offer modern programs in this field taught in English and Turkish, with practice, projects and internships. A bachelor's degree usually takes 4 years.
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Study to Become a Physiotherapist in Turkey
You can study to become a physiotherapist in Turkey: universities offer strong physiotherapy and rehabilitation programs with lots of clinical practice. You need a high-school diploma, a language certificate and denklik; YÖS is not required everywhere. The degree usually takes 4 years. StudyU helps you choose a university, handle documents and get the maximum scholarship.
Courses and skills you gain
The curriculum builds up from fundamentals to specialisation and practice.
- Anatomy and physiology
- Biomechanics
- Kinesiology
- Fundamentals of physiotherapy
- First aid
- Physical therapy methods
- Electrotherapy and massage
- Orthopaedic rehabilitation
- Neurological rehabilitation
- Clinical practice I
- Sports rehabilitation
- Cardiorespiratory therapy
- Paediatric rehabilitation
- Ergonomics
- Clinical practice II
- applied practice, professional case work and modules tied to the requirements of the chosen specialty;
- a final project, internship or clinical/lab component that helps connect theory with professional work.
Where graduates work
- Physiotherapist at hospitals and rehabilitation centres
- Sports rehabilitation specialist
- Exercise-therapy specialist
- Private practice
Demand and earning potential
What raises income: specialization and residency, languages, experience at university hospitals. We break down up-to-date salary ranges by city and employer in a free consultation.
Is this program right for you?
It clicks if you…
- You are interested in Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation and related subjects.
- You're ready to back theory with hands-on work - projects and internships.
- A worldwide-recognized diploma and study-abroad experience matter to you.
Consider carefully if…
- You're undecided on your direction - begin with a consultation.
- You insist on your native language - look up the teaching language at the university.
Additional guide to programme language
The catalog shows different levels and languages: Bahcesehir lists Physiotherapy in English at associate level, and Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation in English and Turkish at bachelor's level. Students should compare both university and programme level.
Examples to check with StudyU: Bahcesehir University: Physiotherapy (Associate, English); Bahcesehir University: Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation (Bachelor, English); Bahcesehir University: Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation (Bachelor, Turkish).
Universities offering Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation
Compare universities - tuition, language and degree side by side.
| University | Degree | Language | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nisantasi University | Bachelor | Turkish | $3 750/yr |
| Biruni University | Bachelor | Turkish | $4 000/yr |
| Yeni Yuzyil University | Bachelor | Turkish | $4 000/yr |
| Uskudar University | Bachelor | Turkish | $4 200/yr |
| Okan University | Bachelor | Turkish | $4 500/yr |
| Gedik University | Bachelor | Turkish | $4 600/yr |
| Halic University | Bachelor | Turkish | $4 800/yr |
| Biruni University | Bachelor | English | $5 000/yr |
| Ankara Medipol University | Bachelor | Turkish | $5 000/yr |
| Okan University | Bachelor | English | $5 000/yr |
| Atlas University | Bachelor | Turkish | $5 200/yr |
| Atlas University | Bachelor | English | $5 900/yr |
| Istinye University | Bachelor | English | $8 000/yr |
| Istinye University | Bachelor | Turkish | $8 000/yr |
| Antalya Bilim University | Bachelor | Turkish | $8 300/yr |
| Bahcesehir University | Bachelor | English | $8 500/yr |
| Bahcesehir University | Bachelor | Turkish | $8 500/yr |
| Medipol University | Bachelor | Turkish | $8 500/yr |
| Gelisim University | Bachelor | English | $9 000/yr |
| Gelisim University | Bachelor | Turkish | $9 000/yr |
| Medipol University | Bachelor | English | $9 000/yr |
| Nisantasi University | Bachelor | English | $9 000/yr |
| Bilgi University | Bachelor | Turkish | $12 000/yr |
| Okan University | Master | Turkish | $3 500/yr |
| Uskudar University | Master | Turkish | $4 400/yr |
| Antalya Bilim University | Master | Turkish | $5 400/yr |
| Atlas University | Master | Turkish | $7 415/yr |
| Halic University | Master | Turkish | $7 500/yr |
| Istinye University | Master | English | $8 500/yr |
| Istinye University | Master | Turkish | $8 500/yr |
| Gelisim University | Master | Turkish | $10 000/yr |
| Bahcesehir University | Master | English | $14 000/yr |
| Bahcesehir University | Master | Turkish | $14 000/yr |
| Halic University | PhD | Turkish | $12 500/yr |
| Bahcesehir University | PhD | Turkish | $40 000/yr |
Real data on universities and prices (full tuition, 2026). In a free consultation we'll help pick a university and explain the available discount.
What applicants ask most
To become a physiotherapist in Turkey you need a high-school diploma, a language certificate and denklik. Some universities ask for the YÖS or SAT exam. StudyU picks a university within budget, helps with documents and secures the maximum scholarship.
Programs are available in english / turkish. The exact language depends on the university - we'll help you find a suitable option.
A bachelor's degree usually takes 4 years. Medicine and certain engineering fields last longer; we'll check for your chosen program.
We support you at each stage: university and program choice, documents, visa, housing. 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 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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