Founded in 2010 in Trabzon, Avrasya University is the first foundation university in the Eastern Black Sea region. With faculties of Engineering and Architecture, Economics and Administrative Sciences, Health Sciences, and Education, as well as vocational schools and graduate programs, the university offers diverse academic opportunities.
Its modern campuses in Yomra, Pelitli, and Ömer Yıldız provide students with advanced facilities, while a focus on internationalisation and practical training prepares graduates for successful careers both locally and globally.
Key Facts
University Type: Private / Foundation (Non-profit)
Established: 2010
Location: Trabzon, Turkey
International Students: ~5%
Specialisation: Engineering and Architecture, Economics and Administrative Sciences, Health Sciences, Education
Campuses: 3 (Yomra, Pelitli, Ömer Yıldız)
History & Foundation
Avrasya University was founded in 2010 in Trabzon by the Eğitim ve Hizmet Vakfı as the first foundation university in the Eastern Black Sea region. The university welcomed its first students in the 2010–2011 academic year, aiming to contribute to the educational, cultural, and economic development of the region.
Since its establishment, Avrasya University has expanded to include faculties, vocational schools, and graduate programs, supported by modern campuses in Yomra, Pelitli, and Ömer Yıldız. Guided by its commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and social responsibility, the university continues to grow as a dynamic higher education institution in Turkey.
Education & Research
Avrasya University offers a wide range of academic programs through its Faculties of Engineering and Architecture, Economics and Administrative Sciences, Health Sciences, and Education, as well as vocational schools and graduate programs.
The university emphasises practice-oriented learning supported by modern laboratories, research centres, and application units. With its multidisciplinary curriculum and focus on innovation and entrepreneurship, students are encouraged to participate in scientific projects, applied research, and international collaborations.
By combining academic excellence with hands-on experience, Avrasya University prepares graduates to contribute both to the regional development of the Black Sea and to the global academic community.
Career
Beyond academics, Avrasya University offers students a vibrant campus life with student clubs, cultural activities, and social responsibility projects that support personal growth and community engagement.
With its Erasmus+ agreements and international partnerships, students gain opportunities to study abroad, join exchange programs, and participate in international internships, broadening their cultural and academic horizons.
Located in Trabzon, a city with a unique blend of history, culture, and nature, Avrasya University provides a multicultural environment where students from different backgrounds can develop both socially and academically, preparing for careers in Turkey and worldwide.
Contact Information
Visitor Address:
Avrasya University
Yalıncak Campus, Çimenli Mahallesi
Trabzon, Turkey
Phone: +90 (462) 444 61 61
Email: info@avrasya.edu.tr
