Final Arrangements and Completion

The following sections outline the final academic and administrative procedures
required for the completion of your thesis or dissertation.
Click on each section to view the required actions.

Final Preparation

Prepare the final version of your thesis/dissertation in accordance with the guidance provided by your advisor.
Refer to the official formatting templates:
Thesis Formatting and Dissertation Formatting
Submit the final draft to your advisor. Once approved, the advisor forwards it to the GSE Office through the relevant department/program.

Defense & Approval

Defend your thesis/dissertation and complete any revisions requested by the committee and advisor.
Ensure all Approval Pages are signed in blue ink by committee members.
Obtain final confirmation from the GSE Office that the manuscript complies with formatting requirements before binding.
The number of required signed copies may vary; confirm with the GSE Office.

Completion & Graduation Procedures

Complete the Thesis/Dissertation Data Entry Form through the Council of Higher Education’s Thesis Center (Ulusal Tez Merkezi)
and submit at least three printed copies to the GSE Office.
Prepare three (3) CDs containing the PDF version of your thesis/dissertation.
Submit at least three bound copies to the GSE Office for signature and distribution.
Submit one approved bound copy to the Library together with the Thesis / Dissertation Database Submission & Permission Form
and one CD.
If applicable, submit the Thesis / Dissertation Access Postponement Request Form .
Complete the Termination of Enrolment Form (İlişik Kesme Formu) to finalize graduation.