Overview

The Gastronomy (Non-Thesis) programme from Istanbul Okan University will help you understand gastronomy in today's societies, one must thoroughly understand past civilizations, lifestyles, the geographic characteristics of the region, all historical events such as war, famine, and famine, inter-societal communication, trade, a society's religious beliefs, forms of government, art, economic power, the chemical and physical properties of the foods used in preparing the meal, cooking techniques, art, serving and presentation techniques, technological advancements, and general health knowledge. This is because the development of gastronomy is entirely influenced by these factors.

Key Facts

The function of gastronomy is to provide guidance, based on fundamental principles, to all who seek, source, and prepare anything that can be transformed into food. Gastronomy is the true motivating force behind the preparation of food, regardless of one's profession.Gastronomy also means a hygienic, well-organized, pleasant, and delicious kitchen; it also means a meal arrangement and system. Simply put, gastronomy can be defined as the science and art of eating and drinking, but in its fullest sense, it is the systematic study of everything related to human nutrition.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Gastronomy in Culture and Art

Sensory Analysis in Gastronomy

Food and Beverage Management

Gastronomy History Research

Science in Bread and Pastry Techniques

Food and Wine Pairing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-06 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-02-09 00:00:00

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More details

Fall intake: Applications open every year from January to October / Spring intake: Applications open every year from November to February

Language

English

PTE Academic

67

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Istanbul, Turkey
Tuzla, Turkey

Disciplines

Culinary Arts View 3 other Masters in Culinary Arts in Turkey

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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

PTE Academic

67

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Other requirements

General requirements

Undergraduate Graduation Certificate (Original document, notarized copy or graduation certificate obtained through the e-Government system)

ALES exam document (Only for thesis programmes - minimum numerical score of 55)

English foreign language certificate (55 or equivalent – English Programme Only)

Transcript; original or a copy certified by the university where you graduated

Copy of ID Card, Notarized Copy or document obtained via E-Government

Military Status Certificate for Male Candidates

1 passport photo

Residence and Criminal Record (E-Government)

For Graduates of Universities Abroad; Original or certified copy of the equivalence certificate received from the Council of Higher Education and/or a recognition certificate issued by the Council of Higher Education.

Filling out the TC Istanbul Okan University Master's Degree application form

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

333 USD / year

≈ 333 USD / year

Living costs

Istanbul

Turkey

2000 - 3240 TRY / month

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Funding

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