Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions - International or Foreign Student Applications
1 When can I apply ?
  Applications are accepted online every year from July 1 to November 30.
2 How do I apply ?
  Applications must be submitted online at https://obs.tau.edu.tr/oibs/foa_app/.
3 Is Turkish proficiency required ?
  Applicants for programs with 30% German instruction must provide a B2-level Turkish certificate or proof of 700 hours of Turkish language education.
4 Is German proficiency required ? 
   A German language certificate accepted by the University Senate must be submitted during the application.
5 Hangi Programlara Başvurulabilir ?
  Applicants can select a maximum of two programs when applying.
6 Which programs are available for application ?
  Faculty of Science
     * Materials Science and Technologies 
     * Molecular Biotechnology
     * Energy Science and Technologies 
Faculty of Law
     * Law
Faculty of Cultural and Social Science
     * Cultural and Communication Science
     * Sociology
Faculty of Economics and Administrative Science
     * Economics
     * Business Administration
     * Political Science and International Relations
Faculty of Engineering
     * Computer Engineering
     * Electrical and Electronics Engineering
     * Industrial Engineering
     * Mechatronics Engineering
     * Civil Engineering
     * Mechanical Engineering
7 What is the application fee, and how can I pay it ?
  The application fee is 50 Euros per program. Applicants may apply to a maximum of two programs. Payment must be made to the bank account specified in the application announcement.
8 How are applications evaluated ? 
  Applications will be evaluated with priority given to Abitur and Matura results. If quotas remain unfilled, other exam scores and diploma grades will be considered.
9 In which languages should the application documents be submitted ? 
  Documents must be in German or English. Documents in other languages must be submitted with a notarized Turkish translation approved by the Turkish Foreign Representations.
10 What happens if my application documents are incomplete ?
  If incorrect or incomplete documents are submitted, the application will be considered invalid and will not be processed.
11 Where can I ask questions about the application process ?
  If you have any issues during the application process, you can send an email to international@tau.edu.tr.