Altınbaş University (AU)
About Altınbaş University (AU) University
Altınbaş University was founded in Istanbul, Turkey, in 2008 and officially opened in 2011. It was established by Turkish businessman Ali Tanbaş and is a private educational institution under the supervision of the Mohammad Tanbaş Educational Foundation. The university aims to provide high-quality education and promote scientific research in Turkey. It includes a wide range of academic programs, particularly in medical, engineering, and administrative fields.
Currently, Altınbaş University has over 10,000 students in Istanbul, with international students making up a large portion of this number. More than 6,000 students from over 105 countries attend the university, contributing to a diverse academic environment and making it an attractive destination for students seeking an international education. According to the SCImago Ranking for 2024, the university ranked 11th among Turkish private universities for research, and 49th for innovation impact in Turkey. It also ranked 31st locally for the overall impact of research, within a list of 140 universities. In the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) ranking, the university was placed in the 1501+ category globally.
Special Features in Altınbaş University :
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Double Degree Program:
Altınbaş University offers students the opportunity to participate in a Double Degree Program. This partnership allows students to study two years at Altınbaş University and two years at a partner university, earning degrees from both institutions. For example, law students can study at the University of Cologne in Germany and obtain law degrees from both universities. -
Top-Up Degree:
This is an additional degree similar to an honorary degree, requiring just one year to complete, provided the applicant has obtained their bachelor’s degree from Altınbaş University. Students will study at a partner university for this final year.
Programs
- Associate
- Bachelor
- Master With Thesis
- Master Without Thesis
- PhD
Vocational School
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Medicine
English
Dentistry
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Pharmacy
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Health Sciences
Turkish
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Economics and Business
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Law
Turkish
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Social Sciences and Political Sciences
English
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Fine Arts Design and Architecture
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Engineering
English
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Postgraduate
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Postgraduate
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Postgraduate
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Dormitories
| Room Name | Capacity | Gender | Cost | Image |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond | 1 | male | USD 7500/month | |
| Sapphire | 2 | male | USD 5500/month | |
| Gold | 2 | male | USD 4500/month | |
| Ruby - 1 | 2 | male | USD 6500/month | |
| Ruby - 2 | 2 | male | USD 6500/month | |
| Gem | 4 | male | USD 3750/month | |
| Diamond - 1 | 1 | female | USD 7500/month | |
| Diamond - 2 | 1 | female | USD 6800/month | |
| Ruby - 1 | 2 | female | USD 6500/month | |
| Ruby - 2 | 2 | female | USD 6500/month | |
| Gold - 1 | 2 | female | USD 4500/month | |
| Gold - 2 | 2 | female | USD 4500/month | |
| Sapphire | 2 | female | USD 5500/month | |
| Gem | 4 | female | USD 3750/month |
Campuses:
The university has three well-equipped campuses, reflecting its commitment to student life as well as advanced academic and research environments.
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Main Campus in Mahmutbey:
The main campus is located in Bağcılar, Istanbul, and houses most of the academic faculties, including Business Administration, Engineering, and Health Sciences. It features a central library, advanced laboratories, and modern lecture halls, as well as on-campus housing for students. -
Bakırköy Campus (Health Sciences Center):
This campus is dedicated primarily to health sciences, covering an area of 40,000 square meters. It is connected to the Medical Park Bahçelievler Hospital, which allows medical students to engage in clinical practice early in their studies. Faculties such as Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmacy are based here. The university also operates a dental hospital in the Bakırköy area. It can be accessed via the Metrobus (public transport) or by the university shuttle bus from the Mahmutbey campus.
Gayrettepe Campus (Management and Social Sciences Center):
Focused on management and social sciences programs, this campus houses faculties such as Law, Economics, Business Administration, and Social Sciences. It also offers student clubs and social activities that encourage collaboration and creativity. The campus can be reached via the Metrobus.
Confessions
Altınbaş University holds various local and international accreditations that enhance its academic reputation. Among the notable accreditations:
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FEDEK: Accreditation for Psychology and Sociology programs within the Faculty of Economics, Administrative, and Social Sciences.
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MÜDEK Accreditation: For Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Software Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering programs, with some obtaining the EUR-ACE label, ensuring European quality standards, valid until 2025 or 2027, depending on the program.
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FIBAA Accreditation: Supporting programs in the Business Administration Faculty under European and international academic standards.
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ECZAKDER Accreditation: A Turkish accreditation for Pharmacy Education, awarded to universities meeting specific standards for quality assurance in pharmacy programs.
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ACQUIN Accreditation: For Jewelry Design programs, an accreditation body based in Germany ensuring alignment with European higher education standards.
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DEDAK Accreditation: For the English Language Department of Altınbaş University, valid until 2029.
International and Research Partnerships:
Altınbaş University maintains various international partnerships in education and research, boosting its global standing. The university participates in student exchange programs like Erasmus+, as well as short-term and long-term study programs.
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Erasmus+: A global European program allowing students to study for a semester or an academic year at partner universities worldwide.
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EURAS: A union of universities from Europe, the Caucasus, Russia, and the Middle East, including over 110 universities.
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Türkiye Üniversiteleri Birliği: The Union of Turkish Universities, aiming to enhance cooperation between Turkish universities and improve the quality of higher education in Turkey.
