Is this program available in other formats?

Currently, the program is offered exclusively in a distance education format.

What are the main skills I will learn?

Students will develop skills in travel planning, customer service, and cultural awareness, essential for a successful career in tourism.

Where is Istanbul Topkapi University located?

Istanbul Topkapi University is located in Istanbul, Turkey, a vibrant city known for its rich history and culture.

How long is the Tourism Guidance (Distance Education) program?

It runs 2 yr, taught in Turkish, with the next intake in September.

How much does it cost to study here?

Tuition is $2,000 per year. SIT's application and counselling service is 100% free.

Associate Degree Turkish 2 yr

Tourism Guidance (Distance Education)

Istanbul Topkapi University · Istanbul, Türkiye

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Tuition / yr

$2,000

Duration

2 yr

Language

Turkish

Degree

Associate Degree

Next intake

September

Istanbul Topkapi UniversityIstanbul, Türkiye

Est. 2015 Private

About Istanbul Topkapi University

AI snapshot

Tourism Guidance (Distance Education) is a 2 yr, Turkish-taught associate degree program at Istanbul Topkapi University in Istanbul, Türkiye. Tuition is $2,000 per year, with the next intake in September. Apply through SIT with zero service fees.

Program overview

The Associate of Tourism Guidance program offers students a comprehensive understanding of the tourism industry, focusing on the skills needed for effective guidance and support. This distance education format allows for flexible learning while gaining essential knowledge in tourism management.

Internationally accredited degree

Internship & co-op opportunities

Turkish-taught with language support

Pathway to work permits after graduation

How applying works

Five simple steps from application to enrollment — we handle the paperwork with you.

1
Apply
Free, about 5 minutes with an advisor
2
Offer letter
Usually within 48 hours
3
Confirm & deposit
Accept your offer and reserve your seat
4
Visa support
We guide your student visa — usually 4–8 weeks
5
Arrival & enrollment
Starts September — we help you settle in

Core curriculum

Representative modules from the program, your advisor shares the full syllabus.

01Introduction to Tourism

02Tourism Management

03Cultural Heritage and Tourism

04Customer Service in Tourism

05Travel Planning and Itinerary Design

Career paths

Roles this program prepares you for.

Tour Guide

Travel Consultant

Tourism Marketing Specialist

Event Coordinator

Hospitality Manager

Admission requirements

Completed application form (we fill it with you)
High-school or bachelor transcripts (translated)
Diploma or certificate of completion
Valid passport copy
Turkish proficiency or a preparatory year

Required documents

Prepare these before applying, we double-check everything for you.

Passport copy

Passport-size photo

Academic transcripts

Highest diploma / certificate

Language proficiency proof

Application form

Frequently asked questions

The program is designed to be completed in a flexible timeframe, allowing students to progress at their own pace.

Student stories

What students say

“After a year of Turkish prep, I joined the Child Development program at Istanbul Topkapi University. My advisor checked my translated transcripts twice before submission, which saved me from resubmitting anything at the migration office.”

Wanjiru KamauChild Development · Kenya

“The computer labs at Topkapi stay open until late, so I practice hardware assembly after classes. Living on the European side of Istanbul, my commute to campus is just two metro stops.”

Omar Al-RawiComputer Technology · Iraq

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