English-taught degrees
Study Computer and Software Engineering in Turkey in English
Four-year computer and software engineering degrees taught in English at universities in Turkey and North Cyprus. Compare live fees, apply online and get free help from our Istanbul team, from your first question to your student residence permit.
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Why Turkey
Why study computer engineering in Turkey
A four-year degree
Computer and software engineering bachelor's degrees take four years. If your English is not yet at the required level, you usually study an English preparatory year first.
YÖK-approved universities
Universities in Turkey are approved by YÖK, Turkey's Council of Higher Education, and their degrees are official Turkish university degrees. For North Cyprus, check the recognition of your program before you enroll.
Accredited programs
Some programs hold engineering accreditation. Doğuş University's Computer Engineering (English) program is accredited by MÜDEK, and Eastern Mediterranean University's Computer Engineering is ABET-accredited.
Taught in English
Many universities teach engineering in English. Bilkent, Kadir Has (except Law) and TED University teach their programs in English, and Atılım teaches all its engineering programs in English.
Where to study
Universities that teach computer and software engineering in English
Bilkent University
Ankara. Computer Engineering at a university whose medium of instruction is English.
Kadir Has University
Istanbul. Computer Engineering and Artificial Intelligence and Data Engineering. All programs except Law are taught in English.
Özyeğin University
Istanbul. Computer Science (Computer Engineering). Most bachelor's programs at OzU are taught in English.
TED University
Ankara. Computer Engineering and Software Engineering. All bachelor's programs are taught 100% in English.
Atılım University
Ankara. Computer Engineering and Software Engineering in English, at a university known for engineering and applied research.
Yeditepe University
Istanbul. Computer Engineering in English.
Istanbul Okan University
Istanbul. Computer Engineering and Software Engineering in English, with a focus on internships and links with industry.
Istanbul Aydın University
Istanbul. Computer Engineering and Software Engineering in English.
Doğuş University
Istanbul. Computer Engineering in English, accredited by MÜDEK. Taught on the Dudullu campus.
Eastern Mediterranean University
Famagusta, North Cyprus. Computer Engineering in English, accredited by ABET.
Computer or software engineering is also taught in English at Işık, Izmir University of Economics, Bahçeşehir (BAU), Istanbul Medipol, Üsküdar, İstinye, Acıbadem, Ankara Bilim, Nişantaşı (Software Engineering), Near East and Cyprus International. At some state universities, such as Istanbul Technical University and Karadeniz Technical, some programs are taught only 30% in English. Compare every program and its live fees in our program search.
Admission
Admission requirements for computer engineering
What universities usually ask for
- Valid passport
- High school diploma (or expected graduation letter) and transcripts
- English certificate such as IELTS or TOEFL, if you have one (many universities also run their own English test)
- Passport-size photo
- Some universities also ask for a letter of intent or a reference letter
Private universities usually admit international students on their high school grades, without a central entrance exam. Some accept or prefer international results: Bilkent accepts results such as the SAT, A Levels and the IB Diploma, and TED University accepts diploma grades, SAT, GCE A Level or IB, but not YÖS scores from other universities.
State universities use their own quotas. Istanbul Technical University, for example, asks for an accepted exam score such as SAT, ACT, IB, A-levels, TR-YÖS or national results such as Pakistan's HSSC, and students in programs taught 30% in English must also get a C1 Turkish certificate within one year.
We tell you exactly what your chosen program needs, and our cost of studying in Turkey guide helps you plan your budget.
How it works
How to apply for computer engineering in four steps
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Free consultation
Send us your grades, the computer or software engineering program you want and your budget. An advisor suggests the universities that fit your profile.
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Apply
We prepare and submit your applications and follow them up until you receive your acceptance letter. Read how to apply to Turkish universities.
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Student visa
With your acceptance letter, we guide you through the documents for your student visa. Read our Turkey student visa guide. If you choose North Cyprus, we explain its entry steps for your nationality.
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Arrival
We help you with the next steps after you land, including registration and your student residence permit.
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FAQ
Questions students ask about computer engineering in Turkey
Is a Turkish engineering degree recognized?
Universities in Turkey are approved by YÖK, Turkey's Council of Higher Education, and their degrees are official Turkish university degrees. Recognition abroad depends on the authorities in the country where you want to work or study further. Programs with MÜDEK or ABET accreditation have also been reviewed by an engineering accreditation body.
What is the difference between computer and software engineering?
Computer engineering covers both hardware and software, such as computer systems, networks and programming. Software engineering focuses on designing, building and testing software. Course lists differ between universities, so compare them before you choose.
How long is computer engineering in Turkey?
A bachelor's degree takes four years. If you need to improve your English first, add an English preparatory year.
Is computer engineering taught fully in English?
At the universities on this page, yes. Some universities, especially state universities, teach some programs only 30% in English, so check the language column in our program search.
How much does computer engineering in Turkey cost?
It depends on the university and the program. You can see current tuition fees and deposits in our program search, and living costs in our cost of studying in Turkey guide.
Is your service free?
Yes. Our admission and registration help is free, and you pay tuition directly to the university.
Ready to plan your engineering studies in Turkey?
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