Istinye University

What you'll study

The curriculum emphasises advanced laboratory skills, theoretical synthesis across chemistry subfields and independent research. Students undertake specialised, original research under the supervision of an academic advisor and receive training aimed at producing impactful publications. The programme is open to professionals from a broad interdisciplinary spectrum including Chemistry, Pharmacy, Food Engineering, Genetics and Chemical Engineering.

Entry requirements

Applicants holding either a bachelor’s degree or a thesis-based master’s degree may apply. Candidates from non-chemistry backgrounds are supported through the programme's Scientific Preparation Program to integrate into the doctoral research path. Instruction and supervision are provided in English.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for roles that require doctoral-level chemistry expertise: leading R&D projects in chemical and pharmaceutical industries, pursuing academic research and teaching careers, or contributing to interdisciplinary applied science initiatives. The programme emphasises skills for both sectoral leadership in industry and independent scholarly output.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

The course page lists sections for scholarships and discounts; prospective students should consult the university's scholarship and funding information for details, as the programme notes support mechanisms but does not provide specifics on the programme page.