Marmara University

About

Marmara University is one of Turkiye's oldest and largest public universities, offering a comprehensive range of programs across diverse disciplines. It is particularly renowned for its strong faculties in Medicine, Dentistry, Law, Economics, and Education. International students benefit from a vibrant multicultural campus life and a dedicated International Relations Office that supports exchange programs and provides guidance. While Turkish is the primary language, the university offers an increasing number of English-taught programs, especially in graduate studies. Its distinctive characteristic is its historical legacy and its unique location with campuses on both the European and Asian sides of Istanbul, providing a rich cultural and academic experience.

Background

Marmara University (Turkish: Marmara Üniversitesi) is a public research university in Istanbul, Turkey. The university, named after the Sea of Marmara, was founded as a university in 1982. However, its origins date back to 1883, when it was established as Hamidiye Ticaret Mekteb-i Âlisi in a house in central Istanbul. The university offers courses in five languages: Turkish, English, German, French, and Arabic, making it the only multilingual university in Turkey. It operates 13 campuses, 11 institutes, 8 colleges, and 28 research centers. Prominent alumni include Turkish comic actor Kemal Sunal, and former media mogul Aydın Doğan.

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