Gelisim University
About Gelisim University University
"Gelisim Education, Culture, Health and Social Service Foundation", which took the initiative to establish a vocational school named "Istanbul Gelisim Vocational School" in 2008, started its educational life with the vocational school established by the Ministry of National Education and the Council of Ministers on June 14, 2008.
With the advocacy that higher education is the most important tool for sustainable development, education and training opportunities have been provided with 6 faculties, 2 colleges, 2 vocational schools, 82 undergraduate programs, 61 associate degree regular education programs, 64 associate degree evening education programs, 39 thesis / 38 non-thesis graduate programs within the scope of the Graduate Education Institute and 9 doctoral programs. Istanbul Gelisim University, which cooperates with more than 130 international universities; also motivates associate, undergraduate, master's and doctoral students to become international.
Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) offers its students a huge research complex consisting of more than 130 laboratories within its campus in Istanbul, one of the major financial and commercial centers of Turkey and the world. The university also has 20 research centers and 93 student clubs that allow students to participate in social, cultural, scientific and sports activities outside the classroom. The university seeks to enhance cooperation with its external partners within its dynamic and evolving structure.
World University Rankings:
Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025: Gelisim University ranked 1001-1200.
Rourke University Ranking (RUR): Gelisim University ranked 48th among universities in Turkey and 18th among private universities.
Programs
- Associate
- Bachelor
- Master With Thesis
- Master Without Thesis
- PhD
Vocational School
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Civil Aviation
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Communication and Media
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Dentistry
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Economics and Business
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Engineering
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Fine Arts Design and Architecture
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Health Sciences
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Humanities and Letters
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Social Sciences and Political Sciences
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Sport Sciences
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Campuses:
These are the main campuses . IN Avcılar/İstanbul
Public transport options next to metrobus station
Confessions
AQAS Accreditation: This accreditation started in Germany in 2002 and has more than 5,000 auditing programs worldwide. Universities that meet this accreditation show that the programs there meet European education standards and principles.
*AHPGS: Germany-based Accreditation Agency in Health and Social Sciences (AHPGS) has accredited health and social science programs at the university. *AHPGS: is part of the European Association for Quality Assurance and has accredited more than 1,200 programs across more than 120 countries.
*PEARSON: The school has also received the PEARSON accreditation. PEARSON is a British institute for international accreditation of educational programs. It especially accredits programs taught in the English language, many of which Gelişim University has.
*ABET: Gelişim University has also achieved the ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology). The ABET is a US-Based accreditation that covers engineering programs in qualified universities.
Country recognitions:
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Saudi Arabia
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Jordan
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Oman
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Palestine and 1948 Lands
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Syria
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Egypt
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Iraq
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Iran
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Sudan
Partnerships and Collaborations:
1. The university is a participant in the Erasmus+ Students can choose to study in Turkey at one of the 300 partner universities for a time period between two months and one year.
2. Industry Partnerships : Gelisim University collaborates with various companies and industries to offer students hands-on experiences through internships, projects, and workshops. These partnerships help students:
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Gain practical experience in their field of study.
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Build professional networks.
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Be more competitive in the job market upon graduation.
3. Sector-Specific Partnerships
Gelisim University has specialized collaborations in several fields such as:
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Technology and Engineering: Partnerships with tech companies for innovation and skill development.
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Health Sciences: Collaborations with hospitals and healthcare providers for student training and internships.
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Business and Economics: Collaborations with multinational corporations for internships, career services, and job placements.
4. European Union Projects
The university is also involved in various EU-funded programs and projects, such as Erasmus+, which provides opportunities for student exchanges, joint research, and academic development across European universities.
5. Social Responsibility and Community Engagement
Gelisim University collaborates with non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and social enterprises for community service, sustainable development, and social impact projects. These collaborations allow students to participate in initiatives that benefit society.
