Istinye University

What you'll study

The curriculum covers contemporary topics in medical genetics and molecular biology. Key areas include:

• Mutation screening methodologies and strategies for detecting genetic variants.
• Regulation of gene expression and epigenetic mechanisms that modulate phenotype.
• Molecular immunology and the molecular basis of disease processes.
• Genetics of non-coding genome regions and microorganism genetics.
• Hands-on training in modern analytical and laboratory technologies such as next-generation sequencing (NGS), microarray technologies, and cell culture applications.
• A personalized medicine focus that teaches how to evaluate the effects of genetic variation on disease risk and drug response to design patient-specific treatment models.
• Access to applied diagnostic work through the İSU Genetic Diseases Evaluation Center, a clinical infrastructure reporting approximately 50,000 genetic tests per year and licensed by the Ministry of Health, enabling students to work with real cases and advanced technologies.

Entry requirements

Specific entry criteria are not detailed on the source page. Applicants should expect standard doctoral prerequisites such as a relevant master’s degree or equivalent research experience and should consult the university’s admissions information for exact academic and language requirements.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for academic research and leadership roles that integrate cutting-edge medical genetics into clinical practice. Typical paths include university research and teaching, leading interdisciplinary translational projects, roles in molecular diagnostics and genomic laboratories, and positions designing personalized treatment strategies in clinical or biotech settings.

Scholarships & funding angle

The source references scholarships and discounts but provides no details. Prospective students should review the university’s scholarships and funding pages and contact the programme for information about available financial support, research assistantships, or partnerships with the Genetic Diseases Evaluation Center.