Istanbul University

In 2012, I began my journey in a new city, full of hope. I spent four years studying History at one of Turkey’s top universities, known for its distinguished academic staff. During my time there, I learned more than just dates of battles or who invented money. I developed the skills needed to be a researcher and a scholar. Instead of relying on simple facts I could find on Google, I learned how to evaluate valuable sources and conduct thorough research—skills that will guide me throughout my life. And yes, I also picked up some cool trivia to impress my friends when we visit museums!

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Marmara University

If you’re not working in the field you studied, why not study the field you’re passionate about? That’s exactly the question I asked myself before starting this master’s program, which I’ve been enjoying every step of the way. When I saw the Visual Communication and Digital Media program was open, I applied right away because these were precisely the areas I wanted to focus on in recent years. After completing eye-opening courses, from brand identity to communication philosophy, I worked with the most wonderful advisor to gift the academic world my thesis titled ‘The Influence of Ottoman Calligraphy on Modern Republic Typography.’ Is a PhD next? Who knows?!”