Istanbul Bilgi University

About Istanbul Bilgi University
Istanbul Bilgi University is one of the most prestigious private universities in Türkiye, with a reputation in education spanning over 27 years. The university focuses on developing curricula and academic plans according to modern and advanced standards.

Establishment of Istanbul Bilgi University
Founded in 1996 by the Bilgi Foundation for Culture and Education in the Eyüp Sultan area of Istanbul, under the motto “Learning for life, not just for studying,” the university campus spans 210,000 square meters.

Vision of Istanbul Bilgi University
The university aims to be an international institution contributing to educational and academic fields, where faculty and students share a passion for knowledge and continuous development, aligning all goals toward this pursuit.

Mission of Istanbul Bilgi University

• Contribute to science, artistic production, and technological advancements.

• Develop students with broad horizons, research skills, and problem-solving abilities.

Advantages of Studying at Istanbul Bilgi University

• Strategically located campus in central Istanbul, including historical buildings such as the Energy Museum.

• CEA accreditation for English language instruction.

• Opportunities to study abroad through exchange agreements with over 260 institutions in 50 countries.

• The only university in Türkiye accredited by WSCUC, one of the most prestigious global accreditation bodies.

• Ranked third among private universities in Türkiye according to the 2022 report.

• Listed in QS rankings for European and East Asian universities.

Istanbul Bilgi University in Numbers

• 7 Faculties
• 3 Higher Education Institutes
• 150+ Programs
• 100+ Student Clubs
• 1,000+ Academic Staff
• 60,000 Graduates

Accreditations of Istanbul Bilgi University
The university is recognized in all European countries and in several Arab countries including: Egypt, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Oman, Jordan, Yemen, Lebanon, Palestine, Somalia, and Sudan.

Faculties and Programs at Istanbul Bilgi University

• Faculty of Business: Business Administration (EN), Economics (EN), Economics (EN), International Trade and Business (EN), Marketing (EN), International Finance (EN), Management Information Systems (EN).
• Faculty of Communication: Performing Arts Management (EN), Media Design and Management (EN), Television Reporting and Programming (EN), Television and Cinema (EN), Advertising (EN), Public Relations (EN), Arts and Cultural Management (EN), Visual Communication Design (EN), Digital Game Design (EN), Media and Communication Systems (EN).
• Faculty of Law: Law (EN+TR).
• Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences: Comparative Literature (EN), History (EN), International Relations (EN), Political Science and Public Administration (EN), English Language and Literature (EN), Music (EN), Sociology (EN+TR), Psychology (EN).
• Faculty of Health Sciences: Nutrition and Dietetics (TR), Nursing (TR), Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation (TR), Child Development (TR).
• Faculty of Architecture: Industrial Design (EN), Interior Design (EN), Architecture (EN).
• Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences: Mathematics (EN), Bioengineering and Genetics (EN), Industrial Engineering (EN), Civil Engineering (EN), Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EN), Computer Engineering (EN), Mechatronics Engineering (EN), Mechanical Engineering (EN), Energy Systems Engineering (EN).
• School of Tourism and Hospitality: Tourism Management (EN).
• School of Aviation: Aviation Management (EN+TR).
• **School of Applied Sciences: **Logistics Management (EN), Fashion Design (EN).
• School of Sports Sciences and Technology: Sports Management (EN+TR), Gastronomy and Culinary Arts (EN).