Life at BİLGİ
Life in İstanbul
Living in Turkey

Undergraduate Education
It takes four years to obtain an undergraduate bachelor's degree in Turkey. For more information about undergraduate programmes at BİLGİ please click.

Graduate Education
Students can obtain a Master's degree after two years of graduate-level study. If you wish to continue, a doctorate takes three to five years past the Master's degree. To obtain more information about graduate programmes at BİLGİ please click.

Student Job Programme
On-campus student employment is available for international students. Students have the choice of working in one of many departments, working closely with faculty members and administrators on various projects or services for the university community. Current positions include working as an administrative aide or assisting in the library, computer labs, student dormitories, music or TV studios, student affairs, the research centre, faculty offices, or in university administration offices.

All available employment positions are posted on the ‘Job Board' outside the Student Affairs Office and on “Free Zone” bulletin boards throughout the university. Student job positions are open to all BİLGİ students on an equal-opportunity basis. Students may apply for any positions that accord with their class schedule and must interview for the position with the department supervisor. Students should be aware that many jobs have requisite skills (e.g. computer word processing, artistic ability, bilingual English-Turkish proficiency, etc.). Most jobs provide training for new employees. Skills acquired and used during the time of employment can be impressive additions to any job résumé for post-university employment. For further information on job announcements or the application process, please consult the Student Affairs Office.

Student Identification Card
Students will need a Student ID (Identification) Card to identify themselves on campus. Students must be registered for the current semester to obtain a Student ID card. The Student ID card can be obtained from the Student Affairs Office that is located on the first floor of the Kuştepe main building. Open Monday - Friday: 9:00 am - 5:30 pm.

Accommodation
İstanbul Bilgi University operates residential halls for men and women located at the mouth of Golden Horn in the center of the city, offering a variety of room choices: one, two, four and six person bedrooms. The dormitory is equipped with kitchenettes, laundry facilities, a TV room, and computer and study rooms. Daily room cleaning and breakfast are also provided. Dorm charges range from approximately 90 euros to 225 euros per month. For information contact the Student Affairs Office at int.students@bilgi.edu.tr

Cost of living: Estimated living expenses for international students, excluding accommodation, are around 300 euros per month depending on the student's lifestyle. Books and administrative fees are approximately 100 to 150 euros per semester.

Banking Facilities
A FİNANS Bank Office is open during regular banking hours on campus. In addition, that an automated teller machines for Garanti and Finance banks are located at both campuses.

Sports Facilities
The Sports Hall at Kuştepe is a centre of fun and relaxation for BİLGİ students. In addition to basketball, volleyball and table-tennis facilities, several courses are offered throughout the week to accommodate student interest in sports and recreation. Current classes include aerobics and yoga. All classes are taught by instructors who are professionals in their fields. Students may also reserve athletic facilities during non-scheduled hours at the reception desk of the Sports Hall. The facility is open 09:00-22:00 Monday through Friday and 10:00-18:00 on Saturday and Sunday.

A semi-olympic size indoor swimming pool is available for the use of students at the Dolapdere campus, as well as a fitness centre and a basketball court. These facilities are operated by the İstanbul Bilgi University Alumni Association.

Please pay attention to the announcements on the bulletin boards or contact the Sports Office for further queries.

Food Services
Computer Labs
Studios
Book Store
Medical Centre
Counselling
Student Clubs

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Academic Regulations
- ACADEMIC REGULATIONS ( UNDERGRADUATE )
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