Key Facts
- University Type: Public / State
- Established: 2018
- Location: Istanbul, Turkey
- International Students: Available
- Specialization: Health Sciences, Engineering, Natural & Social Sciences
- Campuses: Multiple (Acıvar, Cerrahpaşa, Bahçeköy, Bakırköy, Büyükçekmece, Sultangazi, Şişli, Haseki)
History & Foundation
İstanbul University-Cerrahpaşa was established in 2018 following the separation of certain faculties and campuses from İstanbul University in order to create a new institution that would enhance administrative efficiency and expand academic capacity.
Since its formal establishment, the university has expanded significantly by adding new faculties, research centres and campuses across Istanbul. It now stands as a prominent public university in Turkey, recognised for its high calibre health-related programmes, engineering offerings, and multidisciplinary research environment.
Education & Research
İstanbul University-Cerrahpaşa offers an innovative learning environment shaped by a distinguished academic staff and substantial research infrastructure. With strengths in health sciences and engineering, the university provides in-demand programmes such as Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Nursing, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, Natural Sciences and Social Sciences.
The university’s strong research culture is supported by:
- Numerous laboratories equipped with modern technology
- Multiple research and application centres across health, engineering, environment and forensic sciences
- Extensive national and international partnerships enabling real-world research and innovation
Through collaboration with hospitals, industry and global institutions, students and researchers at İstanbul University-Cerrahpaşa gain practical experience and engage in multidisciplinary projects with real-world impact.
Student Life & Global Opportunities
Beyond academics, İstanbul University-Cerrahpaşa fosters a dynamic campus culture with many student clubs, societies and extracurricular activities. The university participates in numerous international exchange programmes, internships and global collaborations, offering students opportunities to study abroad, engage in diverse cultural experiences and prepare for impactful careers.
Contact Information
Visitor Address:
İstanbul University-Cerrahpaşa Rectorate
Avcılar / Istanbul, Turkey
Phone: +90 (212) 435 55 55
Email: info@iuc.edu.tr
