Inside the program
Psychological Counselling and Guidance (Psychological Counseling and Guidance) is about psychological support in education and life. In Turkey this field is taught in modern English- and Turkish-language programs with a strong share of projects and internships. Most bachelor's tracks last 4 years.
Wondering which discount applies to you?
During the free initial consultation, we clarify your goal, profile, timing, and budget and identify the next realistic step. A personal strategy, requirement checks, selection of agreed options, document preparation, applications, and support are provided under an agreement with StudyU.
What the coursework covers
The program moves from foundational courses to specialized subjects and practice.
- Introduction to psychology
- Developmental psychology
- Statistics in psychology
- Fundamentals of counselling
- Biology of behaviour
- Theories of personality
- Counselling methods
- Psychological assessment
- Social psychology
- Practice I
- Family counselling
- Career guidance
- Group therapy
- Crisis counselling
- Practice II
- applied practice, professional case work and modules tied to the requirements of the chosen specialty;
- a final project, internship or clinical/lab component that helps connect theory with professional work.
Your career outlook
- Counselling psychologist in schools and universities
- Career-guidance specialist
- Family counsellor
- Private practice
Salaries and demand: Turkey and abroad
The Turkish market. Demand for psychologists and counsellors in Turkey is growing: private clinics, schools, HR departments and online platforms. With experience and specialization, private practice becomes the main income. Income benchmarks shift quickly: pay ranges are revised annually along with minimum-wage indexation, so always check the current year.
What raises income: a master's and a therapeutic specialization, supervision hours, languages. A personalised comparison of current salary ranges by city and employer is provided under an agreement with StudyU.
Should you choose Psychological Counselling and Guidance?
A strong fit if you…
- You are interested in Psychological Counselling and Guidance and related subjects.
- Combining theory with practice - projects and internships - appeals to you.
- You're after a globally recognized diploma and the experience of living abroad.
Think it over if…
- You're not certain this is your field - let's talk it through in a consultation.
- Your native language is a must - verify the language of instruction at the university.
Additional guide to programme language
For Psychological Counselling and Guidance, students should compare psychology, clinical psychology and the language used in practical case work. Bahcesehir lists Psychology in English, Topkapi lists English and Turkish options, and Bahcesehir lists Clinical Psychology in English at master's level.
Examples to check with StudyU: Bahcesehir University: Psychology (Bachelor, English); Topkapi University: Psychology (Bachelor, English, Turkish); Bahcesehir University: Clinical Psychology (Master, English).
Universities offering Psychological Counselling and Guidance
Compare universities - tuition, language and degree side by side.
| University | Degree | Language | Tuition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medipol University | Bachelor | English | $4 500/yr |
| Okan University | Bachelor | Turkish | $4 500/yr |
| Medipol University | Bachelor | Turkish | $5 500/yr |
| Bahcesehir University | PhD | Turkish | $40 000/yr |
Real data on universities and prices (full tuition, 2026). Selection of agreed university options is provided under an agreement with StudyU; each university confirms its current tuition and available discount.
How to apply for Psychological Counselling and Guidance in Turkey
Admission to Psychological Counselling and Guidance programs at private Turkish universities runs on your school record: an 11-year certificate is accepted directly, and most universities skip entrance exams. Prepare a language certificate - TOEFL or TÖMER depending on the track - and the denklik recognition of your diploma, which we run in parallel with the application. Public universities may require the YÖS or SAT.
Start 6-9 months before the intake so there is time to compare current terms. We shortlist universities for Psychological Counselling and Guidance; discount or scholarship terms are confirmed in writing by the university or funding body.
What applicants ask most
Yes - an 11-year school certificate is accepted directly, and most private universities admit to Psychological Counselling and Guidance without entrance exams. Public universities may ask for YÖS or SAT.
The listed programmes are available in English / Turkish. Confirm the exact teaching language, certificate rules, and any preparatory-year requirement for the chosen university and intake.
Most bachelor's tracks last 4 years. Some fields like medicine and engineering take more years; we map the right timeline for your route.
Under an agreement with StudyU, we check requirements, prepare documents, submit the application, and support the agreed steps. The university makes the admission decision; the relevant authority decides the visa, and the university or provider confirms housing availability. During the free initial consultation, we clarify your goal, profile, timing, and budget and identify the next realistic step.
City (Istanbul and Ankara lead), employer type and languages set the range - international companies pay clearly above local ones. In psychology, income grows with specialization and an established private practice. Up-to-date ranges are covered in a consultation.
Ready to study Psychological Counselling and Guidance in Turkey?
During the free initial consultation, we clarify your goal, profile, timing, and budget and identify the next realistic step.
