Gedik University

Gedik University is located on the Asian side of Istanbul, which is quiet compared to the European side and suitable for students. It is in the Cumhuriyet, İlkbahar region, near the Pendik station of Marmaray metro and the M4 metro line - specifically near Yakacık/Adnan Kahveci station.

• One of the cheapest private universities in Turkey
• The university allows students to choose the language of study, either Turkish or English
• The university is equipped with the latest facilities and laboratories. Moreover, the campus has a good infrastructure that maintains a productive life for students and encourages them to study and give their best.
• Gedik University is one of the research universities that pay great attention to scientific research through allocating funds and conducting various training workshops to introduce students to the principles of scientific research.
• Gedik University is very keen on the practical aspect of the study by providing various training workshops to the students.
•  The university, through its Career Center, offers many training opportunities at the affiliated institutions to help the students bridge the gap between theoretical study and practical life, prepare them for the job market, and to increase their chances of securing a suitable job after graduation.
• Gedik University organizes many events and conferences and invites dignitaries from various sciences in Turkey and abroad, giving the students the chance to interact with them and be inspired by them. 
• Gedik University also pays attention to the student's life away from the study by conducting many recreational activities and providing different clubs like sports clubs.
• Gedik University is a part of several student exchange programs, such as the Erasmus program. This program affords a funded scholarship for outstanding students to study for a semester or more at one of the European universities.
• Gedik University has many international students from more than 40 countries, making it a cultural forum for exchanging experiences.
• It is recognized by the Council of Higher Education (YÖK) and several European bodies. It is also recognized by Arab countries such as Egypt.
•  Gedik University has concluded many scientific and student exchange agreements with prestigious universities worldwide such as the University of California in the United States, Azerbaijan Technical University, Nakhchivan University in Azerbaijan, Tianjin University in China, Danish Technological Institute, and Korea Aerospace University in South Korea.

Gedik University has six faculties:

1. Faculty of Economics, Administrative, and Social Sciences

It includes the following specializations:

• International Trade and Finance (in English)
•  International Relations (in English)
•  Political Science and Public Administration (in Turkish)
• Psychology (in Turkish)
• Management Information Systems (in English)

2. Faculty of Law (in Turkish)

3. Faculty of Sport Sciences

The following programs are offered in Turkish:

• Sports Management
• Recreation
• Sports Coaching
• Physical Education and Sports Teaching

4. Faculty of Health Sciences

The following programs are offered in Turkish:

• Nutrition and Dietetics
• Nursing
• Occupational Health and Safety
• Child Development

5. Faculty of Fine Arts and Architecture

It offers the following specializations in Turkish:

• Interior Architecture and Environmental Design
• Visual Communication Design
• Gastronomy and Culinary Arts
• Architecture 

6. Faculty of Engineering

It offers the following specializations in Turkish:

• Industrial Engineering
•  Software Engineering
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering
• Computer Engineering
•  Metallurgical and Materials Engineering
•  Mechatronic Engineering (available in English)
• Mechanical Engineering

The following are available master's programs:

•  Business Administration (English medium of instruction, Non-Thesis)
• Engineering Management (English medium of instruction)
• International Trade (Non-Thesis)
• Physical Education and Sports Teaching (Non-Thesis)
• Regional Studies in International Relations (Non-Thesis)
• Occupational Health and Safety (Non-Thesis)
• International Relations (English medium of instruction, With Thesis)
• Political Science and Public Administration (Non-Thesis)
• Interior Architecture and Environmental Design (Non-Thesis)
• Private Law (Non-Thesis)
• Common Law (Non-Thesis)
• Civil Engineering (English medium of instruction, With Thesis)
• Visual Communication Design
• Defense Techniques
• Culinary Arts (Non-Thesis)
• Artificial Intelligence Engineering
• Architecture (Non-Thesis)
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering
• Mechatronic Engineering (Non-Thesis)
•  Mechanical Engineering

Ph.D. Programs in Gedik University

The following are available Ph.D. programs with a Turkish medium of instruction:

• Business Administration
• International Trade
• Physical Education and Sports Teaching
• Occupational Health and Safety
• Political Science and Public Administration
• Defense Techniques
•  Mechanical Engineering

Diploma (Vocational Schools) in Gedik Universities

 The following are available programs in the diploma schools (two years) with a Turkish medium of instruction:

• Accounting and Tax Practices
• Anaesthesia
• Architectural Restoration
• Banking and Insurance Services
• Biomedical Device Technology
• Chemical Technology
• Child Development
• Civil Aviation Cabin Services
• Computer Programming
• Construction Technology
• Culinary Arts
• Electric
• Foreign Trade
• First Aid
• Graphic Design
• Justice
• Mechatronics
• Oral and Dental health

Gedik University fees vary from one specialization to another. However, these fees range between $1800 and $2750per year, making it one of the cheapest private universities in Turkey.

It holds several Turkish accreditations, most notably the Council of Higher Education (YÖK).

Gedik University has the accreditation of the Association for Evaluation and Accreditation of Engineering Education Programs (MÜDEK).

The university has partnerships with many universities around the world.

The university has become a member of several student exchange programs, most notably the European Erasmus program.

• The university has five campuses with a total area of ​​30,000 square meters
• Number of faculties: 6
• Number of students at all levels: more than 10,000, including more than 400 international students.
• Number of specializations: 135
• Number of schools: 4
• The university has more than 90 partnerships and agreements with many institutions in 41 countries.
• The university has more than 30 student clubs

Gedik University is relatively recent; therefore, it is ranked 138 locally and 6620 globally.

Gedik University has five campuses that are fully equipped with all amenities. The university campuses are located in:

Pendik KartalÇamlı Nişantaşı A new campus in Pendik

Many leading research centers are available on the campuses due to the university's interest in encouraging students to conduct scientific research. These centers can be given as follows:

• Disability Studies Research Center
• Energy Technologies Research Center
• Architecture and Design Research Center
• Robot Technologies Application and Research Center
• European Union Research Center 
• Welding Technology Research Center

The university has dorm facilities next to each campus. Each dorm also has all facilities and services for the comfort of students, such as:

• Internet network throughout the day
• Security and control systems
• Shared kitchens
• Games rooms
• Swimming pool
• Entertainment and other activities
• There are single or shared apartments where you can choose to live.

Admission Requirements for Undergraduate Programs:

•  A copy of the passport, translated and certified 
•  A General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) certified and translated into English or Turkish. If you have not completed secondary school, the certificate of the last semester, translated and certified, can be submitted.
• High school graduation certificate (if available)
• English language proficiency certificate if you wish to study in English

• Personal photograph
• A copy of the passport
• Graduation Certificate
• Academic Transcript 
• Letter of recommendation (At least one)
• Motivation letter

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