Bilkent University was founded on October 20, 1984 by İhsan Doğramacı, through the joint resolution of İhsan Doğramacı Education Foundation, İhsan Doğramacı Science and Research Foundation and İhsan Doğramacı Health Foundation. The establishment of this private university was later approved by an act of Parliament. The aim was to create a center of excellence in higher education and research. The name “Bilkent”‘ exemplifies the founder’s aim, since it is an acronym of “bilim kenti” in Turkish for “city of science and knowledge.”

Currently there are about 13,000 students in 9 faculties and 2 four-year professional schools. Among them are foreign students from different countries. With funds from the endowments provided by the founder, the university each year awards scholarships to 47% of the student body.

Fellows who are interested in academic research in any field and department of Bilkent University or the fellows who are willing to continue their artistic activities in the Faculty of Music and Performing Arts may apply to the programme. For more detailed information about the Faculties, Departments and research areas please click on the link. 

 EXPECTED PROFILE

Since the language of education is in English, English is a prerequisite for application. Ph.D. candidates, post-docs, research assistants, assistant professors and professors may apply to the proposed fellowship programme. The applicants should give the name of the faculty, department and researcher which has a closer research agenda with the applicant.

CONDITIONS OF THE FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITY

The schedule of fellowship activity will be decided upon agreement between the fellow and her/his adviser. 

The fellowship will be implemented in Ankara, Turkey.

PROPOSED TIME FOR THE FELLOWSHIP 

4 to 8 months between October 2017 - May 2018