Istanbul Technical University

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Istanbul Technical University (ITU) is a leading public university in Turkiye, globally renowned for its excellence in engineering, architecture, and natural sciences. It offers a vibrant academic environment with a significant number of programs taught entirely in English, making it highly accessible for international students. ITU boasts a dedicated International Relations Office that facilitates exchange programs like Erasmus+ and provides comprehensive support, including orientation and advisory services. A distinctive characteristic is its historical legacy as one of the world's oldest technical universities, continuously innovating since its inception. International students can also engage in various summer schools and research opportunities, fostering a truly global academic experience.

Background

Istanbul Technical University, also known as Technical University of Istanbul (Turkish: İstanbul Teknik Üniversitesi, commonly referred to as İTÜ), is a public technical university located in Istanbul, Turkey. It is the world's third-oldest technical university dedicated to engineering and natural sciences as well as social sciences recently. İTÜ is ranked 79th globally and first in Turkey in the field of Engineering and Technology, as well as 182nd globally and first in Turkey in the field of Natural Sciences, according to the QS World University Rankings for 2025. The university has 92 undergraduate programs and 188 graduate programs in 14 faculties, 277,160 m2 of laboratory space, and 12 research centers. Graduates of ITU have received many TÜBİTAK science and TÜBA awards. ITU alumni have also become members of the academy of sciences in the United States, United Kingdom and Russia. The university's basketball team, İstanbul Teknik Üniversitesi B.K., is in the Turkish Basketball Super League.

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