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Welcome Guide

 

Academic Programs

The Turkish - German University strengthens its academic structure with five faculties, two institutes, and one vocational school, offering students a broad range of educational opportunities. The university have 15 Bachelor, 18 Master, and 10 Doctorate programs. These academic programs are designed to achive international standards, providing students with a well-rounded education through both theoretical and practical courses.

You can review the following links for more information about these programs.

* Bachelor, Master and Doctorate Programs
 

Application and Admission Process

 

The Erasmus exchange application process consists of several structured steps to ensure a smooth and efficient procedure for all applicants. The process begins with the nomination phase, followed by document submission, evaluation, and final confirmation. Each stage is carefully designed to facilitate the participation of students in the exchange program and ensure compliance with institutional and Erasmus guidelines. Once the partner institution submits the nomination, the Erasmus Office will provide detailed information about the required application documents within two weeks. Applicants must submit all necessary documents before the application deadline. Following this, the Erasmus Office will review and assess the applications within a two-week period. Successful applicants will receive their Confirmation Letter via email. Additionally, students who require a specific type of Confirmation of Arrival document must submit it to the Erasmus Office before their arrival in Turkey.
Step 1 – )	The nomination will be send to Erasmus Office by the partner institution.
Step 2 – )	Once we receive the nomination, the Erasmus Office will send you an email about the required documents for application in two weeks.
	Required Documents * Online Learning Agreement * Copy of Passport ID pages * Official Transcript of Records * ID Photo
Step 3 – )	You will send the reauired documents to Erasmus Office before the application deadline.
Step 4 – )	Erasmus Office will review and assess the all applications for two weeks.
Step 5 – )	The Confirmation Letter will be sent with email to students whose applications are approved.
Note	: The student who have spesific type of Confirmation of Arrival document, must send this document to Erasmus Oficce before arrival to turkey.

 

Residence Permit

The residence permit application process is a structured procedure designed to ensure a smooth transition for international students in Turkey. Applicants must follow each step carefully to avoid delays or complications. The process involves filling out an online application form, submitting the required documents to the relevant authorities, and providing necessary proofs such as a student certificate, passport, and residence address documentation. Compliance with these steps ensures the timely processing of residence permits.

After completing the online application form through the e-ikamet system, students must submit the required documents to the Istanbul Provincial Directorate of Migration Management and provide their fingerprints. Additionally, all necessary documents, including a wet-signed application form, biometric photos, proof of health insurance, and residence address documentation, must be prepared and submitted to Lecturer Canberk Arslan at the International Relations Coordination Office within 10 days of the application date. It is important to note that the application must be initiated within 30 days of arrival in Turkey, and all required documents must be submitted within 30 days from the application date to ensure a successful application process.

Step 1 – )	The Application Form is filled out by clicking on the "I Lodge an Application for Residence Permit for The First Time" section in the e-ikamet tab at https://e-ikamet.goc.gov.tr. The information in this section must be carefully entered. If there are incorrect or missing details, the residence permit application process may be delayed. After completing the Application Form, print it out and sign the signature section on the first page.
Step 2 – )	The required documents must be submitted to the Istanbul Provincial Directorate of Migration Management, and fingerprints must be provided. α Student Certificate α Application Document α Passport
Step 3 – )	The necessary documents for the residence permit application are prepared.
	α Wet-Signed Residence Permit Registration / Application Form α Passport or Passport-Equivalent Document α E-Signed or Wet-Signed and Stamped/Sealed Student Certificate α 4 Biometric Photos Taken in the Last 6 Months α General Health Insurance Certificate or Private Health Insurance Certificate (Covering the Requested Residence Permit Period) α Document Indicating the Residence Address    * If the Residence Belongs to You: Title Deed    * If the Residence is Rented: Notarized Rental Agreement    * If the Residence is a Dormitory: E-Signed or Wet-Signed and Stamped/Sealed Document by the Dormitory Authority    * If the Residence is a Hotel, etc.: Document Proving Stay at This Residence    * If the Residence is with a Sponsor: Notarized Commitment of the Sponsor       - Current Residence Document in the Name of the Person Providing the Commitment       - Current Utility Bill (Natural Gas, Water, and Electricity) in the Name of the Person Providing the Commitment       - Current Population Registration Certificate in the Name of the Person Providing the Commitment α Receipt for the Payment of the Residence Permit Fee
Step 4 – )	The application documents must be submitted to Lecturer Canberk ARSLAN at the International Relations Coordination Office no later than 10 days after the application date.
Note - 1	: The application must be made within 30 days after entering the country.
Note - 2	: The application will be submitted within 30 days from the application date.

Insurance

	Contracted Institutions		Non - Contracted Institutions
	Annual Limit ( Minimum )	Contributions	Annual Limit (minimum)	Contributions
Outpatient Diagnosis and Treatment	2.000 TL	40% ( Insured ) 60% ( Company )	2.000 TL	40% ( Insured ) 60% ( Company )
Inpatient Diagnosis and Treatment	Unlimited	0% ( Insured ) 100% ( Company )	20.000 TL	20% ( Insured ) 80% ( Company )

3 - ) General Health Insurance by the Turkish Government:
You can have general health insurance of the Turkish government. This governmental health insurance is called Genel Sağlık Sigortası (in short GSS) in Turkish.
In order to benefit from GSS, you have to apply to the social security centre (Sosyal Güvenlik Kurumu) located in the district where you will live in Istanbul after getting your Residence Permit card, on which you will find your Foreign ID number. You have to complete this process within 3 months after your arrival in Türkiye.

The documents required for application for GSS:
* Student Certificate
* Residence Permit Card
* Application Form à This will be taken from the social security centre.
* The Receipt proving the payment of GSS annual amount à You have to pay this amount to one of the branches of governmental post office (PTT).

4 - ) Private Insurance in Türkiye:
You can always purchase a private insurance policy after coming to Istanbul. There are a number of private insurance companies that issue policies for international students, but you have to be sure that the insurance covers the minimum requirements stated in “Option 2 – Private Insurance in your country”.
 

Accommodation

 

The Turkish-German University cannot provide accommodation in its dormitory due to the high demand of the local students.
However, Erasmus incoming students can choose to stay in our Guest House, which is located within the campus area.
About the Guest House:

* Guest House has a capacity of 14 people and consists of 4 single rooms, 2 rooms for 2 people and 2 rooms for 3 people. In our guest house rooms, there are bed, wardrobe, bedside table, desk, chair and full-length mirror. There is a bathroom and toilet in the common area, male and female separately.

* There is a common kitchen area in our guest house, and in the kitchen, refrigerator, electric cooker, kettle and microwave oven, as well as service materials such as plates, glasses, cutlery and cutlery, and an in-house intercom are available to guests. Our guest house has Wi-Fi connection, 24/7 hot water, central heating system and air conditioning. Towel set, disposable slippers and sewing kit are provided to our guests. Bathrooms are equipped with shampoo, shower gel, liquid soap and hair dryer.

* Food service is not provided in the guest house. Our guests can get food service by paying the guest fee in our dining halls located in the campus area on weekdays.

* The duration of stay is maximum 30 days.

* In case of leaving the guesthouse before the specified departure date without a valid excuse (judicial grounds, health report, assignment, etc.), the fee will not be refunded. Official documents must be submitted for excused exit requests.

* Prices for each room can be found below. The prices are for one-night accommodation.

-> Single Room: 1.875,00 TL

-> Room for 2 people (fee per person): 1.500,00 TL

-> Room for 3 people (fee per person): 1.125,00 TL

* Note : If you would like to reserve a room in the Guest House, please inform the International Office at least two weeks before your arrival.