An Examination of Graduate Theseses Related to Roma Students in Türkiye (2003-2023)

Objective: The aim of this study is to statistically analyze the postgraduate theses on Roma students in Türkiye between 2003 and 2023. The aim is to systematize them by year, by university, by purpose and subject of the research, by method and results. Theoretical Framework: Roma students form the basis of this research. As it is known, there is not much research about Roma students in the literature. This research is of great importance in terms of systematizing the postgraduate theses about Roma students in Türkiye. Method: This study was conducted using a traditional review design, which is one of the systematic review studies. Traditional reviews are studies that synthesize the findings, results and evaluations of two or more studies published within the framework of a specific research question according to certain criteria (Karaçam, 2014). Results and Discussion: It is revealed that there is not much research on Roma students in Türkiye in terms of postgraduate theses, but the number of postgraduate theses on Roma students has increased in recent years and has taken its place among the topics that attract the attention of researchers. Research Implications: Based on the results of the study, researchers should conduct more research on Roma students. In addition, education policy makers can be recommended to produce policies that include Roma students and that can help them with their educational problems. Originality/Value: This study is a completely original work as it is a study that has not been done before. Examining the postgraduate theses on Roma students will contribute to the literature and the field of educational sciences.