Istanbul Gedik University (IGUN)
About Us
Istanbul Gedik University (IGUN) was founded in 2010 by the Gedik Education Foundation as a non-profit foundation university. Located on the Anatolian side of Istanbul, the university stands out with its modern educational approach, strong academic staff, and commitment to social responsibility.
IGUN aims to prepare its students not only with professional knowledge but also with values of sustainability, innovation, and ethics. Through its research and application centers, the university offers a productive higher education environment that engages with industry, society, and the environment.
Mission
To educate innovative, productive, entrepreneurial, and ethically responsible individuals who use science, technology, and art for the benefit of society. Istanbul Gedik University strives to contribute to the country’s sustainable development through its education, research, and community engagement activities, while nurturing qualified human resources for the future.
Vision
To be a research-oriented, innovative, and sustainable university that is nationally and internationally recognized; a leading institution in the production and dissemination of knowledge, contributing to the advancement of society. IGUN aims to become a global university that promotes lifelong learning, adopts a green campus philosophy, and fosters a culture of sustainability across all areas of academic and social life.
Academic Structure
Istanbul Gedik University (IGUN) has a broad academic structure covering various disciplines through its faculties and vocational schools:
- Faculty of Engineering
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Architecture and Design
- Faculty of Health Sciences
- Faculty of Sports Sciences
- Faculty of Economics, Administrative and Social Sciences
- Gedik Vocational School
- Vocational School of Justice
In addition, the Graduate School and multiple Research and Application Centers support interdisciplinary studies and applied learning.
Research and Sustainability
Istanbul Gedik University adopts a holistic approach to research, innovation, and sustainability. The university carries out various research and development activities based on the principles of environmental responsibility, social benefit, and economic efficiency.
Sustainability-focused practices are integrated into education, research, and campus life at IGUN. Environmentally conscious initiatives, energy efficiency, waste management, and the green campus concept have become essential parts of the university’s institutional culture.
IGUN also monitors its sustainability performance through regular reporting and quality management processes, while supporting projects that contribute to social development and environmental awareness.
Internationalization and Erasmus Program
Internationalization is among the strategic priorities of Istanbul Gedik University. Within the framework of Erasmus+, IGUN maintains partnerships with numerous universities across Europe, ensuring active participation in student and staff mobility programs.
The International Office provides guidance, orientation, and cultural integration support for both incoming and outgoing students. The university’s collaborations in Europe and its sustainability-oriented practices provide a strong foundation for Jean Monnet modules and projects.
Core Values
- Applied Education: A teaching approach based on university–industry collaboration
- Sustainability: Resource efficiency, environmental awareness, and a green campus vision
- Internationalization: Erasmus+, bilateral agreements, and foreign language education
- Social Responsibility: Community projects, volunteering activities, and environmental awareness