Dear Students,

The duration for completing a thesis-based master’s program is four semesters, and the program must be completed within a maximum of six semesters. Students who fail to complete the program within this period will be dismissed from the University.

Students who have successfully completed their coursework and wish to graduate in the Fall Semester of the 2026–2027 academic year must complete their thesis defense by January 29, 2027 at the latest and submit the documents listed below to the Institute Secretariat in person.

Important Note: Before printing and binding your thesis, you must contact the Graduate School Secretariat to have your work checked for compliance with the relevant writing guidelines.

Required Documents:

Thesis Approval Form

1 hardbound copy of the thesis

2 CDs containing the thesis in PDF format

3 Thesis Data Entry Form

A national or international publication (including conference proceedings)

(This requirement applies only to programs that require publication. Please consult your program chair.)

1 plagiarism report (Turnitin, iThenticate, etc.)

AI Usage Report (Pangram)

Submission Address:

Istanbul Okan University, Mecidiyeköy Campus

Avni Dilligil Street No: 18

34394 Mecidiyeköy / Istanbul

Contact: enstitusekreterligi@okan.edu.tr