Koç Üniversitesi
Founded in 1993 in Istanbul, Koç University is a non-profit private research university located in Istanbul, Turkey and supported by the resources of the internationally renowned Vehbi Koç Foundation. Since its establishment, Koç University has emerged as a center of global excellence in science and education and is uniquely positioned to explore the overlaps of Medicine, Engineering, Science, Social Sciences and Administrative Sciences to further pursue basic and applied research and attract the best students and faculty members.
The university has steadily climbed in the most reputable university rankings, both internationally and nationally, and is always striving to achieve even greater heights.
Guided by the educational philosophy of creative teaching and participatory learning, Koç University supports academic and interpersonal development, while concurrently imparting the critical thinking necessary to analyze knowledge, thereby the creativity to nurture and surpass this knowledge, and stimulating the curiosity for lifelong learning. Koç University takes a student-oriented approach to education and provides its students with the necessary support mechanisms for learning and development.
Koç University aims to create a scientifically rigorous and intellectually rich environment for its students, through:
courses and research supervision by nationally and internationally recognized faculty members exposure to distinguished national and international scholars and speakers research opportunities in over 200 interdisciplinary research centers, forums, and laboratories exposure to research practices and academic knowledge from Top-100 ranked partner universities in the U.S., Europe, and Asia through semester exchange programs a low student-faculty ratio for a boutique learning experience lively campus life, with an abundance of social and cultural activities in a beautifully designed campus in a quiet and safe location full and partial scholarship opportunities at the undergraduate and graduate level
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Location
Located on the hills of Sariyer in the vibrant city of Istanbul, Koç University offers a fully residential campus experience on its beautiful, green, 62-acre estate, achieving a striking balance between accessibility to central Istanbul and retreat from the distractions of city life. The university lies just 20 minutes away from the Black Sea, charming villages, and natural landscapes, and is connected to the city center through a number of convenient public transportation options.
As a university focused on creating well-rounded, confident, and competent human beings both in and out of the classroom, Koç University places tremendous value on providing a plethora of extra-curricular activities for its students and dedicates the necessary resources to ensure that these opportunities satisfy and enrich the Koç University experience.
Koç University main campus consists of sixty buildings: academic colleges, administrative offices, laboratories, library, social and sports facilities, health center, student dormitories, and faculty residences.
The classrooms and laboratories have the latest technological infrastructure and support systems. On-campus conveniences include a grocery store, hairdresser, full-service bank, bookshop, and cafeterias along with other dining options.
Why choose this university for an exchange semester?
Koç University is a private research university located in Istanbul, Turkey. It is one of the leading universities in Turkey and is consistently ranked among the top 500 universities in the world. Koç University is accredited by the Turkish Higher Education Council (YÖK) and is also a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU).
Koç University is known for its high-quality education, English-language instruction, and international student body. The university has a strong faculty of experienced and dedicated professors, and offers a wide range of courses in a variety of disciplines. Koç University also has a beautiful campus located in the hills of Istanbul, and offers a variety of student clubs and activities to help students get involved and make friends.
Overall, Koç University is a great option for exchange students who are looking for a high-quality education in a beautiful and vibrant setting.
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Programmes/Courses
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Credits
Course Load, ECTS (European Credit Transfer System) & KU credits Course load indicates how many credits a student takes per semester. 1 KU credit/unit is usually equal to 2 ECTS; however there might be exceptions. So, students are responsible for checking the ECTS-worth of the courses on KUSIS during course planning and enrollment periods. Courses coded 100-499 indicate UNDERGRADUATE courses (100s for Freshman, 200s for Sophomore, 300s for Junior, 400s for Seniors). Courses coded 500-699 indicate GRADUATE courses. Any course codes greater than 699 indicate DOCTORATE courses. The highest grade a student can get for an exam or a coursework is 4.00 / A, while 0.00 / F means that the student fails the course.
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