Istanbul Technical University

Istanbul Technical University or İstanbul Teknik Üniversitesi (ITU) - public higher education institution in Turkey. ITU began its academic activity in1773. The main building of the university is located in Istanbul inside an urban campus.

University ranking. Istanbul Technical University is a desirable place to study for the citizens of Turkey and foreigners alike. Istanbul Technical University is one of the oldest and most renowned universities of Turkey. The university is in the top 5% of the most prestigious educational institutions on the planet. It is renowned for the following programs: «Engineering and Technology», «Natural Science». According to surveys the university has a high standing among employers.

Application process and the cost of tuition. The students must pass examinations in order to get admitted to the university. Like in many universities of Turkey the academic year consists of two semesters. 3,000 USD/год. Those who wish to get their master’s degree here should be ready to spend at least 3,000 USD per year. Among the programs applicants can also find their online equivalents and other online courses. More information regarding tuition, admission and programs is available on the official website http://www.itu.edu.tr.

The composition of the university. Istanbul Technical University is classified as a large university with more than 33,000 concurrent students. Foreign applicants are not excluded from the admission process. 4% of all students are foreigners. More than 2200 teachers are employed by the university. The students may participate in various student exchange programs. The university is also present on social media platforms: Twitter, Facebook, Linkedin.

Infrastructure of ITU. The university has its own library. It is a member of European University Association (EUA), as well as Conference of European Schools for Advanced Engineering Education and Research (CESAER).

Istanbul Technical University - Official Description

ITU was established in 1773, during the time of the Ottoman Sultan Mustafa III. With its original name "Muhendishane-i Bahr-i Humayun", The Royal School of Naval Engineering, its responsibility was to educate chart masters and ship builders. In 1795, the "Muhendishane-i Berr-i Humayun", The Royal School of Military Engineering, was established to educate the technical staff in the army. In 1847, education in the field of architecture was also introduced. Established in 1883, the School of Civil Engineering assumed the name "Engineering Academy", with the aim of teaching essentials skills needed in planning and implementing the country�s new infrastructure projects. Gaining university status in 1928, the Engineering Academy continued to provide education in the fields of engineering and architecture until it was incorporated into ITU in 1944. Finally, in 1946, ITU became an autonomous university which included the Faculties of Architecture, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Electrical and Electronic Engineering. With a history stretching back over 238 years, providing technical education within a modern educational environment and strong academic staff, ITU is strongly identified with architectural and engineering education in Turkey. Since its inception and foundation under Ottoman rule, ITU has constantly lead the way in reform movements, and in...