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Description

The goals of the Language and Culture program are to enable students to pursue a wide variety of academic fields and gain a deeper understanding of Turkey as a society undergoing rapid urbanization and social transformation. Through studies at Koç University, one of the best private universities in Turkey, as well as through participation in innovative CIEE program activities and excursions, students learn firsthand about this fascinating country's history, traditions, and people.

Academic Program
Established in the fall of 2009, the CIEE Study Center at Koç University provides a rigorous academic program through direct enrollment in Koç University language and area studies courses. In addition to Turkish language courses offered at all levels from beginning through advanced students select from regular Koç University courses in the social sciences, humanities, natural and physical sciences, business, and engineering.

Academic Culture
All Koc University courses are taught in English and combine lecture and discussion formats. Most courses are quite small, allowing for maximum interaction between students and faculty. Some introductory- level courses combine large weekly lectures with smaller discussion sections. The Turkish language courses are small for optimal language acquisition. Most courses meet two to three hours per week for three to four semester credits per course. Students may take any course offered as long as they have completed the necessary prerequisites and received permission from the instructor.

Highlights

• Study in a country that is a unique blend of East and West--rich in history and tradition yet undergoing rapid social transformation
  
• Live in an amazing multi-cultural city that spans two continents, and study on a beautiful campus overlooking the Black Sea and the Bosphorus
  
• Take Turkish language coursesall levels offered; Peer Language Tutors
  
• Participate in the community through volunteer work
  
• Partake in excursions to such places as Cappadocia, Konya, and Eastern Turkey

CIEE group excursions provide students the opportunity to explore and compare the varied regions of Turkey. Excursions typically include a day visit to a village, visits to important historical and cultural sites in Istanbul, and, depending on the season and interest level, students may also visit Konya, Cappadocia, and the eastern regions of the country.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

Please check the CIEE website for current pogram pricing

Cost Include Description:

The CIEE fees for 2010- 11 include tuition, housing, optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, host institution identity card, Peer Language Tutors, comprehensive student handbook, pre-departure advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card, which includes insurance and other travel benefits.

Experience Required

yes

Overall GPA 2.75

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Dormitory
• Group living

Participants Travel to Turkey

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Scholarships are Available

we have several scholarship that students can apply for. Contact CIEE for details.

CIEE's Mission Statement

Since 1947, the Council on International Educational Exchange, known as CIEE, has been in pursuit of its mission, "to help people gain understanding, acquire knowledge, and develop skills for living in a globally interdependent and culturally diverse world. Our services to young people studying, working, teaching, and traveling abroad are more important than ever.

Year Founded

1947