Mugla University
Dynamic
Progressive
Comprehensive
Why Mugla University?
Comprehensive public university
Good teaching directly linked to the needs of students
Quality research and technology A modern and pretty student town surrounded by natural beauties Young and dynamic academic staff Effective academic advisory Health and social counselling Modern buildings and facilities Sports facilities Colourful student activities Student oriented allocation of financial sources Solid tradition of organising and hosting many scientific and cultural
activities
Mugla: A University City at the Heart of Tourism
Mugla Province
located in the southwest corner of Turkey where the Aegean Sea meets the Mediterranean
popular holiday destinations, such as Gökova, Bodrum, Marmaris, Datça, Milas, Dalyan and Fethiye.
beautiful resorts, impressive ruins of past civilizations, magnificent landscapes and vast beaches
Population: 802.000 / 12 districts
In the past… called Caria in ancient times has for centuries been a leading social, cultural, and historical centre numerous ancient societies and Mediterranean civilizations including Greek, Roman,
Byzantine, Seljuk, and Ottoman have existed here came under the rule of the Ottomans in 1424, starting the era of Turkish sovereignty in
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Mugla: A University City at the Heart of Tourism
Some facts: Second most popular tourist destination in Turkey 3 million foreign, 4 million national tourists a year The longest coast in Turkey, 1124 kilometres Two international airports, Dalaman and Bodrum-Milas Gross national income above country average Rich natural resources, 50 % of Turkish fish cultivation Mostly produces honey, olives, olive oil, citrus fruit, almonds, various herbs, and
greenhouse vegetables Mediterranean climate More than two thirds of the province is covered with forests Famous antique cities, magnificent bays with deep sapphire blue and striking green
waters joining together Wildest natural beauties within only a short distance from the city centre, endless
possibilities for escapes to spectacular countryside. The Blue Lagoon, Butterfly Canyon, the Caretta Caretta Beach…
Mugla Region
Mugla: A University City at the Heart of Tourism
Mugla and the University: Thousands of university students coming from all regions of
Turkey Different ethnical and cultural backgrounds Students forming two thirds of the local population Enhancing the social structure of the city: multicultural, free,
peaceful, and western.
A Young University with Challenging Targets
Mugla University was established in 1992 as a state university. The first academic year was 1993 with two faculties and one vocational
school. Then, Muğla University had only 1,128 students in one department and three programmes.
Today, the young but rapidly developing Mugla University has 10 faculties,
3 graduate schools, 5 schools, 10 vocational schools, and 13 research and application centres.
Total indoors area of the facilities reach 254,000 square meters. The 2,000,000 square meters scenic campus encircled by a spectacular
mountain view, along with other centres and schools spread across the city and the region, now services over 25,000 students with more than 950 academic personnel and nearly 700 administrative personnel.
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Studying at Mugla University
One academic year divides into two 14-week semesters excluding the final examination
weeks Undergraduate programmes 4 year bachelor’s degree / 2 year vocational degree
10 faculties, 5 schools, 46 bachelor degree programmes 10 vocational schools, 55 different associate degree programmes
Postgraduate programmes masters or doctoral degrees
3 graduate schools, 34 postgraduate programmes (10 PhD ) Foreign language preparatory programme available Admission to undergraduate programmes is based upon the rules governing higher
education in Turkey. Applications for the first year of undergraduate programmes are made through the Students Selection and Placement Centre.
International Student Applications are directly evaluated by the University.
Bachelor’s Degree Programmes
Faculty of Fisheries Aquaculture and Fisheries Engineering Faculty Science Biology Chemistry Mathematics Physics Statistics Faculty of Letters and Humanities Archaeology Contemporary Turkish Dialects and Literature History Philosophy Sociology Turkish Language and Literature Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences Economics Business Management Public Administration Labour Economics and Industrial Relations
Bachelor’s Degree Programmes
Faculty of Education Pre–School Education Primary School Education Science Education Social Sciences Education Turkish Language Education English Language Education German Language Education Music Education Painting-Crafts Education Faculty of Fine Arts Painting Graphic Design Sculpture Faculty of Technical Education Electronics and Computer Education Wood Science and Furniture Design Education Faculty of Technology Wood Works Industrial Engineering Faculty of Medicine
Bachelor’s Degree Programmes
Fethiye School of Health Nursing Mugla School of Health Nursing Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation School of Physical Education and Sports Physical Education and Sports Teaching Recreation Sports Administration Sports Coaching School of Tourism and Hotel Management Hospitality Management Travel Management
Postgraduate Degree Programmes
Fisheries, Biology, Chemistry, Electronics and Computer Education, Science Education, Energy, Environmental Sciences, Wood Science and Furniture Design Education, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Archaeology, Contemporary Turkish Dialects and Literatures, Economics, Educational Sciences, English Language Education, History, Management, Philosophy, Physical Education and Sports, Public Administration, Psychology, Translation and Interpretation Studies, Turkish Language and Literature, Tourism Management
Vocational Education
10 vocational schools located in different districts to help fulfil the need for middle level/supporting personnel or managers
and technicians Accountancy, Agricultural Irrigation, Apiculture, Fisheries, Business Administration,
Carpet Weaving, Cartography and Surveying Techniques, Child Development, Civil Aviation and Ground Handling, Computer Programming, Construction, Cookery, Printing and Publishing, Electrics, Foreign Trade, Furniture Design, Greenhouse and Ornamental Plants Production, Horticulture, Industrial Electronic, Installation Technologies, Jewellery Design, Landscaping, Marble Quarry, Marketing, Medical Documentation, Medical Laboratory, Medical Representation and Marketing, Mycology, Office Management and Secretarial Skills, Optician Training, Radio and Television Technologies, Restoration, Tourism and Hotel Services, Travelling and Touring Services, Air-Conditioning
Library and Computing Facilities
Central Library: located in the main campus to support research and education activities a physical capacity of 7,000 square meters holds around 100,000 volumes on various subjects offers access to several ONLINE databases containing almost 120,000 e-books and
41,000 full text e-journals, 170 online databases
Computing Facilities: Internet connection: 150 Mbps Web Mail System IP Telephony Service: voice communication over the Internet
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Campus Life
on campus student housing facilities and guidance for private accomodation a variety of lunching and dining facilities conveniently located throughout the campus health and counselling services contemporary sports and recreation facilities plenty of opportunities for students to participate in
social, cultural, artistic and scientific activities over 50 student societies
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Research
14 research and application centres to address local, national, and
international issues. Many research projects are also funded by the University Fund, as well as
such organizations as TÜBİTAK (The Scientific & Technological Research Council of Turkey), DPT (The State Planning Organization), and EU (European Union).
Scientific Research Projects:
Completed projects 180 Ongoing projects 104 Published projects 27 Completed technological projects 9
International Relations
International Relations Office
Central Coordination of international activities
Bologna Process
EU Education and Research Programmes
LLP / Erasmus
Student and Staff Mobility
International Student Admission
International Projects
ERASMUS
Since 2004 to date…
Total amount of EUI grant used
Outgoing
Incoming
Bilatetal Agreements
1.071.000 Euro
417 Students 76 Staff
120 Students 53 Staff
Over 90 agreements in 19 different EU countries Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Holland, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden
EU Relations
Leonardo da Vinci Projects (2004-2012): 11 LdV Projects (8 completed – 3 ongoing)
ANOVASOFIE (2004-2006): EU 6th Framework Project / 380,000 Euro (MGU partner)
GÖKOVA Project (2006-2008): MEDA Programme-SMAP III / 1,200,000 Euro (MGU coordinator)
MTEM Project (2004-2006): Modernization of Vocational and Technical Education in Turkey 6,000,000 Euro (M. U. partner)
ERASMUS MULTILATERAL PROJECT (2010-2012): SKILL2E
Global Relations
Scientific and cultural cooperation protocols with various higher education institutions in such countries as Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bulgaria, France, Germany, Italy, Kazakhstan, Russia, Ukraine, and the USA.
Active memberships:
International Association of Universities (IAU)
European Universy Association (EUA)
Magna Carta Universitatum
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ADMISSION
Starting from 2011-2012 academic year
Contact
Mugla University International Relations Office -------------------------------- Address: Mugla Üniversitesi Uluslararası İlişkiler Koordinatörlügü Kötekli Kampüsü 48000 Mugla TÜRKİYE Phone: +90 252 211 1852 Fax: +90 252 211 1051 E-mail: [email protected]