Overview

The Child Development programme at Istanbul Gelisim University aims to equip future educators and child care professionals with the skills needed to promote healthy development and learning in children.

Key facts

Its importance lies in preparing graduates to support families and communities by fostering environments conducive to children's growth.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Child Development Theories

Early Childhood Education Curriculum

Child Psychology

Assessment and Evaluation

Family Dynamics

Health and Nutrition for Young Children

Special Needs in Child Development

Advocacy and Policy in Child Welfare

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-02-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

72

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Istanbul, Turkey

Disciplines

Childhood Studies Community Development

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

72

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Other requirements

General requirements

Copy of your passport (personal information page)

Copy of your high school diploma (if you are in the last year of high school, an official letter from the high school administration stating your status)

High school official transcript

Maximum 1 page motivation letter (Not Compulsory)

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

4250 USD / year

≈ 4250 USD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

4250 USD / year

≈ 4250 USD / year

Living costs

Istanbul

Turkey

2000 - 3240 TRY / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Child Development.

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