"TRT Belgesel Ödülleri Ulusal Öğrenci Filmleri" is a dedicated category within the broader TRT International Documentary Awards, established by the Turkish Radio and Television Corporation (TRT) to foster and support emerging talent in documentary filmmaking. This category provides a platform for students passionate about documentary cinema to showcase their original perspectives, innovative approaches, and creative courage. It aims to encourage and highlight future documentary filmmakers. The awards, which began in 2009 and gained an international dimension in 2010, include national professional, international professional, and project support categories in addition to the national student films section.