Key Facts

• University Type: Private / Foundation (Non-profit)
• Established: 2015
• Location: Başakşehir, Istanbul, Turkey
• International Students: ~40%
• Specialisation: Social Sciences, Humanities, Law, Business, Communication, Islamic Studies
• Campuses: Main campus in Başakşehir, Istanbul

History & Foundation

İbn Haldun University was established in 2015 by the Turkish Youth and Education Service Foundation (TÜRGEV). Named after the great Muslim historian and sociologist Ibn Khaldun, the university aims to be a global centre of excellence in social sciences, combining classical knowledge with modern academic disciplines. It welcomed its first students in the 2017–2018 academic year.

Education & Research

The university offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs across faculties of Law, Communication, Humanities and Social Sciences, Education, Business, and Islamic Sciences.

• Instruction is carried out in three languages (Turkish, English, Arabic).
• Students benefit from international exchange agreements, double-major and minor programs, and strong research support.
• The university hosts several research centres, including centres for Civilisation Studies, Applied Data Science, and Migration Studies.

Student Life & Global Opportunities

İbn Haldun University has a highly international campus community, with students from over 80 countries. The school provides a multicultural environment enriched by student clubs, cultural events, and community projects. Through Erasmus+ and global partnerships, students gain opportunities to study abroad and build strong international academic and professional networks.

Contact Information

Visitor Address:
Başakşehir Mah. Ulubatlı Hasan Cad. No: 2
Başakşehir / Istanbul, Turkey

Phone: +90 (212) 692 02 12
Email: info@ihu.edu.tr