Istanbul Kultur University
About Istanbul Kultur University University
Istanbul Kültür University (IKU) was established in 1997 under the Turkish Law No. 4281. The university was founded as a private, non-profit institution by the Istanbul Kültür Higher Education Foundation (İstanbul Kültür Eğitim Vakfı - İKEV), an organization dedicated to providing high-quality education in Turkey, with a strong focus on enhancing scientific research and offering advanced educational programs.
Istanbul Kültür University holds an average rank among international universities. It is ranked #601+ in the European university rankings and #401-450 in the QS ranking for universities in Europe and Central Asia (EECA).
Locally, the university holds an acceptable position among Turkish universities, especially since its ranking depends on the quality of education, research, and academic impact. The university offers strong programs at the bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels and is a preferred choice for both local and international students due to its scholarships and academic support programs.
Programs
- Associate
- Bachelor
- Master With Thesis
- Master Without Thesis
- Preparatory
Economics and Business
Fine Arts Design and Architecture
Communication and Media
Vocational School
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Foreign Language and Education
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Law
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Economics and Business
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Social Sciences and Political Sciences
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Fine Arts Design and Architecture
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Engineering
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Communication and Media
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Health Sciences
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Foreign Language and Education
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Sciences and Mathematics
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Humanities and Letters
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Engineering
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Engineering
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Language Preparatory School
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Campuses:
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Istanbul Kültür University has a prominent location with multiple campuses distributed across various parts of Istanbul, providing a conducive environment for studying and offering diverse facilities for students.
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Ataköy Campus (Main Campus): The main campus is located in the Ataköy area on the European side of Istanbul, near the Bahçelievler district. This campus hosts the majority of the faculties and main programs, such as the Faculty of Science and Arts, the Faculty of Engineering, the Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences, and the Faculty of Law. The campus also includes modern facilities such as scientific laboratories, lecture halls, research centers, and computer labs.
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İncirli Campus: A smaller campus that hosts some additional graduate programs and specialized academic fields. Located on the European side, it is easily accessible by public transportation, including the Metrobus and metro lines, making it convenient for students coming from different areas of Istanbul.
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Şişli Campus: This campus offers continuing education programs and professional courses, specializing in lifelong learning and practical educational programs.
Accreditation
Istanbul Kültür University holds several international accreditations and recognitions that enhance its academic standing and ensure the quality of its educational programs. Some of these include:
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MUDEK Accreditation
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FEDEK Accreditation
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The International Business Administration Accreditation Foundation (FIBAA), which supports the programs in the Faculty of Business Administration in line with European and international academic standards.
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Architectural Accreditation by the Association of Architectural Accreditation Boards (MIAK-MAK).
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Bologna Process Accreditation.
International and Research Partnerships:
Istanbul Kültür University participates in academic exchange programs such as Erasmus+ which allows students to study at European and global universities. Additionally, it is involved in the Farabi and Mevlana programs, both local and international academic exchange programs. These partnerships enhance the global recognition of the university’s degrees and offer students a diverse educational experience.
The Erasmus+ program is a global European student exchange program between universities worldwide. This program allows students to experience studying abroad for a semester or an entire academic year at a participating university.
The university is a member of several international higher education organizations, including EUA (European University Association) and IAU (International Association of Universities), further boosting its reputation and contributing to the development of educational and research standards.
