ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY

Istanbul University, one of the top ten universities established in Europe, has the mission of producing useful information and raising competent individuals by acting with the motto “Science Bridge from History to the Future”. Istanbul University continues its education, teaching and research activities in the modern scientific environment of faculties, institutes, and colleges, which are concentrated on the historical peninsula of Istanbul, eminent city in Turkey and the world where civilizations and cultures meet. This region also offers numerous opportunities for students in terms of social and cultural activities and dormitory facilities. Istanbul University has a rich variety of scientific programs from associate to doctorate education with its experienced and strong scientist staff. As of 2019, 7823 students from a hundred and thirty-two countries of the world receive education at Istanbul University. Significant number of exchange agreements signed with many important higher education institutions in the world, especially within the scope of Erasmus and Mevlana programs, provide students with opportunities to gain international experience in undergraduate and graduate life. Thanks to the intensive university-industry cooperation, students have the opportunity to do internships in distinguished institutions. It is the primary goal of Istanbul University to raise individuals who overcome the problems they encounter and produce constructive solutions by offering an education that enables them to discover and uncover their true potentials. Istanbul University has many graduates who perform successful tasks in decision making mechanisms of Turkey. It is a respected higher education institution at the national and international level and has two graduates who have been awarded the Nobel Prize. Quality education offered in many branches of social, science and health sciences offer international students important opportunities and expansions in planning their future in today's competitive environment.