Study in Türkiye, spend a semester in Europe: Erasmus+ and dual degrees

A little-known advantage of Turkish universities: Türkiye is a full member of the Erasmus+ programme. That means a student in Türkiye can spend one or two semesters at a European university.

How does Erasmus+ work?

• Universities sign bilateral agreements with European universities.
• Students usually study one or two semesters at the partner, and credits are recognised at home.
• Selected students often receive a monthly grant; the amount depends on the destination country.
• Selection is usually based on GPA and a language test.

Can international students apply?

Yes — Erasmus+ looks at the university where you are registered, not your citizenship. An international full-time bachelor's, master's or PhD student at a Turkish university can apply. Visa rules depend on citizenship: you apply for a Schengen visa with university documents.

Erasmus internships

Besides exchanges, Erasmus+ supports 2–12-month internships in Europe — a strong CV line for engineering, business and tourism students.

Dual-degree programmes

Some Turkish universities run dual-degree programmes with foreign universities: part of the study in Türkiye, part abroad, and two diplomas. They are usually English-taught with quotas.

What to ask when choosing a university

1. How many Erasmus partners, and in which countries?
2. Is there an agreement for my field?
3. What is the language requirement?
4. Are there dual-degree or summer school programmes?

Compare universities in the university list. More questions to ask: 10 questions when choosing a university.

Source: European Commission — Erasmus+ Programme Guide; Turkish National Agency. Conditions vary by university.

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