University applicants, you've navigated through a challenging journey. Ahead lies a significant step on the path to your dreams. The question of what kind of university you wish to attend is constantly on your mind these days. You dream of a university that will make you say, "Here I am at university!" To be able to utter this phrase when you first step onto your university campus, it wouldn't hurt to do some research before making your choice, exploring universities' websites and social media, visiting the campuses, and getting a feel for the campus atmosphere to fully understand that you will be studying at a comprehensive university by examining its academic and social amenities, career development opportunities for students, research infrastructure, campus, and national and international collaborations.
Campus University
The aspect of a university being a campus university, meaning all its departments, dormitories, social amenities, and areas catering to personal needs are located together, eases a student's life and thus plays a significant role in their success.
Yeditepe University, with its 13 faculties, excluding the Faculty of Dentistry, 12 faculties, 2 colleges, 1 vocational school, dormitories, and social facilities, are located in the 26 August Campus in Ataşehir. The university offers education in 69 undergraduate and 4 associate degree programs, including 63 undergraduate and 6 International Joint Degree Programs (IJDP).
Sustainable Campus
Every sector is doing its part in sustainability efforts to leave a better world for our children. Universities are also continuing their efforts in this regard.
Yeditepe University, thanks to its solar panels with a capacity of 1,000,000 watts, can generate 10% of its own energy.
It is a member of the International Sustainable Campus Network (ISCN), the United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network (UN SDSN), United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI), Observatory Magna Charta Universitatum, and Global University Network for Innovation (GUNi).
It has been among the top in Turkey among foundation universities in the UI GreenMetric (Green Metric) ranking, which rates sustainable campus efforts since 2017.
Ranked first in the 2019 and 2022 Turkey University Satisfaction Survey in terms of "Campus and Living Satisfaction".
International University
Raising its students as global citizens is indispensable for a university.
Yeditepe University opened the world's doors to its students with over 400 Erasmus and Exchange student exchange agreements and dual diploma agreements with 6 universities. With many students and academics from various countries, Yeditepe University offers an international life on its campus.
Foreign Language Education
The first step to becoming a global citizen is learning foreign languages and education in a foreign language. Yeditepe University offers education in English for the International Business Management Department and in German for the Vocational School, French for the Department of Political Science and International Relations, and Russian for the Department of Russian Language and Literature. The university also offers the opportunity to learn 8 different foreign languages.
Public, Industry, and NGO Collaborations
Universities' collaborations with public, industry, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) play a crucial role in the development of students during their education and in finding jobs easily through the network formed. Yeditepe University offers internships and professional practices during the education period with its collaborations with the industry, providing a brief simulation of professional life. It offers accredited services with quality system certificates.
Researching, Discovering, and Producing University
As a research university, Yeditepe University supports innovative, directive, participatory, and sharing activities, scientific research, and technology production with its Quadruple Helix Collaboration with the University-Public-Industry-Society for a sustainable future. It leads in turning the produced knowledge into technology and products with its distinguished academic staff awarded by national and international scientific organizations, 14 Research and Application Centers, and a strong research infrastructure including more than 500 research and training laboratories and studios equipped with technological devices.
Information Technology is Essential
Artificial intelligence has entered every aspect of our lives today. Therefore, studies in artificial intelligence, computer science, and information technology play a significant role in university selection. The Faculty of Computer and Information Sciences opened this year at Yeditepe University and offers education in:
-Information Security Technology
-Information Systems and Technologies
-Software Development
-Management Information Systems
-Student Center
Wouldn't a unit that closely interacts with its students, supporting them in every aspect, from academic adaptation to psycho-social and cultural development, make university life easier and more enjoyable?
Yeditepe University Student Center aims to strengthen its students' individual and academic development, create a more productive learning environment, and enhance the quality of campus life. The center includes the following units:
- Individual and Academic Development
- Scholarship Management
- Diet and Healthy Nutrition
- Career Development and Alumni Communication
- Culture and Arts
- Clubs and Student Activities
- Psychological Counseling and Guidance
- Sports Management
- Student Support
- Clubs and Social Amenities
One of the key factors that make a university a university is the social and cultural development opportunities it offers alongside academic growth. The joy of participating in club activities, engaging in sports, and achieving together with friends is unparalleled.
Yeditepe University hosts 54 student clubs and 55 successful sports teams in 38 disciplines. With the guidance of faculty members and the organization of student clubs, hundreds of events and numerous social responsibility projects touching the community are held yearly in the fields of culture, art, science, and sports, among others.
The Yeditepe University Natural Disasters Search and Rescue Club (YÜDAK) played a significant role in rescuing many earthquake victims during the Kahramanmaraş earthquakes, with the participation of academics and administrative staff.
Last year, Yeditepe University hosted the 12th European Universities Rowing Championship, organized by the European University Sports Association (EUSA). The competition, held in the Golden Horn, welcomed nearly 600 students from 73 universities in 16 countries, including Oxford, Vienna, Zurich, Imperial College, Amsterdam, Munich, and METU.
Online Learning Opportunities from World-famous Brands
Online learning is now an indispensable part of our lives. Yeditepe University, through its Learning and Teaching Unit YU-LEARNT, collaborates with the online education platform Coursera. This collaboration allows academics to stay abreast of innovations and innovative approaches in learning and teaching. At the same time, students can take online courses from globally renowned brands in data analysis, data science, data visualization, cybersecurity, project management, visual analysis, social media marketing, and management. Those who complete the courses receive a certificate that can be used internationally.