Master's Degree
Child Development (Thesis)
UUskudar University · Istanbul Turkish 2 yr January, August
$4,800 / yr
Master's Degree Turkish 2 yr
Child Development (Thesis)
Istanbul Gelisim University · Istanbul, TürkiyeTotal tuition
$5,000
Duration
2 yr
Language
Turkish
Degree
Master's Degree
Next intake
January, September
AI snapshot
Child Development (Thesis) is a 2 yr, Turkish-taught master's degree program at Istanbul Gelisim University in Istanbul, Türkiye. The total program tuition is $5,000, with the next intake in January, September. Apply through SIT with zero service fees.
Program overview
The Master of Child Development program focuses on understanding children's growth and development, equipping students with the skills to support and enhance children's learning and well-being.
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 January, September — we help you settle in
Core curriculum
Representative modules from the program, your advisor shares the full syllabus.
01Child Psychology
02Developmental Theories
03Research Methods in Child Development
04Early Childhood Education
05Family Dynamics
06Assessment and Intervention Strategies
Career paths
Roles this program prepares you for.
Child Development Specialist
Early Childhood Educator
Child Psychologist
Family Support Worker
Researcher in Child Development
Graduate outcomes
Where Education graduates in Türkiye typically end up (bachelor's graduates).
Employment rate77.6%
National average, all fields: 75.9%
Time to first job
12.6 months
Working in their field
63.8%
Field-level · nationalSource:TÜİK — Higher Education Employment Indicators, 2024
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
CV / résumé
Statement of purpose
Frequently asked questions
The program focuses on understanding children's growth and development across various domains, preparing students to support children's learning and well-being.
Student stories
What students say
“Sports Management at Gelisim mixes classroom work with visits to clubs around Avcilar and the wider Istanbul football scene. I came from Tripoli knowing no one; the Arabic-speaking student office made settling in easier.”
“Our Laboratory Technology instructors at Istanbul Gelisim University insist we run every assay ourselves instead of watching demonstrations. By second semester I could prepare samples and document results without supervision.”
Compare similar programs
| Program | University | Duration | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child Development (Thesis)THIS | Istanbul Gelisim University | 2 yr | $5,000 |
| Child Development (Thesis) | Uskudar University | 2 yr | $4,800 |
| Child Development (Thesis) | Istanbul Okan University | 2 yr | $4,500 |
| Child Development (Thesis) | Istanbul Kent University | 2 yr | $3,500 |
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