Education in Türkiye

A look at current trends in education and international student mobility in Türkiye. Includes an overview of the education system, a survey of recent changes and reforms, and a guide to institutions and qualifications.

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On the Rise: Turkey’s Need and Desire for Overseas Education

Silje Immerstein, Research & Advisory Services, WES Turkish students have a long history of travelling abroad for higher education. In 2012 alone, more than 49,000 Turkish students studied abroad. Traditionally, Turkish students have favored Germany for higher education opportunities; however, in recent years, the U.S….

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Education in Turkey

By Nick Clark, Editor, WENR, Ari Mihael, Assistant Director, WES CLICK TO READ OUR LATEST PROFILE ON EDUCATION IN TURKEY There are 81 provinces in Turkey distributed across seven regions. The education system is centrally managed in accordance with laws set down by Mustafa Kemal…

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Bologna Country Update: Turkey

By Nick Clark, Assistant Editor, WENR LEGAL FRAMEWORK The Higher Education Law (1981) is the main law governing higher education in Turkey. The country’s system of higher education is highly centralized, making all universities subject to the same laws. Private universities were legalized in 1984…

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