Istanbul Gelişim University
Istanbul Gelişim Üniversitesi
Istanbul Gelişim University
Istanbul Gelişim University was founded by the Gelişim Education, Culture, Health and Social Services Foundation. The university is located in the European side of Istanbul, specifically in the Avcılar district near Ataturk Airport. Istanbul Gelişim University is one of the most preferred universities for international students and one of the best Turkish universities.
Istanbul Gelişim University has about 31 thousand local and international students studying at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The university offers about 57 undergraduate programs through 3 faculties, 3 graduate institutes, 4 schools for different specializations with a two-year system, 2 vocational schools, 27 master’s degree programs and 6 doctoral programs.
The University’s Vision
To be one of the global universities that adds value to society at all levels. The university also aims to develop continuously in the coming years, to graduate generations capable of keeping pace with technical development and solving the problems facing humans and society.
The University’s Mission
To carry out advanced education and research activities.
Respect the ethics of scientific research.
Contribute to development at all social, cultural and economic levels.
University Policy
Providing educational services according to national and international quality standards.
Providing service to the community at all levels effectively.
Implementing continuous development activities in all fields.
Environmental awareness and rationalization of resource consumption.
Improving students’ achievement rate of academic subjects through education through training and practice in laboratories and workshops.
Advantages of studying at Istanbul Gelişim University
As a result of the university’s commitment to providing advanced curricula and using modern methods in teaching, the university has obtained accreditation from many German, British and American accreditation organizations such as: AQAS, AHPGS, ABET and PEARSON.
The university cooperates with more than 100 international universities; and works to exchange cadres and expertise with them to reach the global level in teaching and training.
The university encourages students to gain practical experience through educational and training opportunities in many sectors in which students are trained
The university uses English as the primary language of study.
The university provides students with the opportunity to explore different ways of learning, through modern technology laboratories that work to transform theoretical knowledge into applied practice in all disciplines.
The university provides students with the opportunity to improve their sports skills through basketball, volleyball and other courses organized by expert trainers.
Laboratories and workshops at Istanbul Gelişim University
There are approximately 117 laboratories and workshops available to undergraduate and graduate students, including the following:
Workshops
Drawing workshop.
Child development drama workshop.
Sewing Workshop.
Weaving Workshop.
Photography and Video Workshop.
Cuisine Culinary Workshop.
Editing Workshop.
Advertising Workshop.
Aircraft Systems Workshop.
Aircraft Engine Workshop.
Aircraft Electronics Workshop.
Laboratories
Oral and Dental Health Laboratory.
Anesthesia Techniques Laboratory.
Anatomy Laboratory.
Nutrition and Dietetics Laboratory.
Computer Laboratory.
Occupational Therapy Laboratory.
Electrical and Electronics Engineering Laboratory.
Nursing Laboratory.
Civil Engineering Laboratory.
Aircraft Systems Laboratory.
Aircraft Structural/Mechanical Laboratory.
Career Development Center
The center is concerned with providing students with the necessary knowledge and skills about working life and its requirements. The main goal of the center is to improve the career planning and development competencies of Istanbul Gelişim University students, graduates and employees. Support them to be self-aware individuals who can know their strengths and weaknesses, have clear career development goals and make planned efforts to further enhance their strengths and overcome their weaknesses to achieve their goals. The center also encourages students to follow developments in the field of work at the global and local levels, study their potential career fields and explore how they can add value to the labor market.
As for the center’s activities, the center manages, coordinates and supports educational activities such as: courses, certificate programs, vocational training and publishing activities for students, graduates and academics, to develop career planning, job search skills, professional experience and self-awareness.
Sports and Recreational Facilities
Sports facilities: include basketball and volleyball courts, tennis courts, gymnasium and fitness. Students are also provided with sports skills by organizing good fitness programs.
There are 5 separate meeting and conference halls with a capacity of 1000 people and 4 arenas with an area of more than 3000 square meters for concerts, sports events and festivals.
There is a large library that includes databases, scientific sources, visual and electronic research.
There are a number of cafeterias and restaurants. In addition to a health café, supervised by students of the Faculty of Physical Education and Sports.
Student Clubs
Istanbul Gelişim University has 78 student clubs, which enable students to participate in social, cultural, scientific and sports activities. Student clubs also help students to:
Develop their social, cultural, artistic and personal interests, as well as develop their organizational skills, communication and teamwork skills through the activities organized within the clubs.
Acquire planning skills to implement ideas.
Develop problem-solving skills.
Discover talents.
