Akdeniz University

Akdeniz University was founded in 1982 in Antalya, and incorporated a number of higher education institutions in the West Mediterranean region of Turkey. In 1992 the units of Akdeniz University which were located in Isparta were transferred to Süleyman Demirel University, and in 2006 the units in Burdur were transferred to Mehmet Akif Ersoy University. From its foundation to the present day, Akdeniz University has played a significant role in the development of activities of vital importance in the fields of education, research and development and service to society, as well as putting its signature on a list of outstanding successes in the fields of health, science, social development, education and arts at both the national and international level. Today, Akdeniz University has 41 academic units including; 19 faculties, 7 institutes, 3 schools, 1 conservatory, and 11 vocational schools. These units are listed below.

On behalf of the Akdeniz University family, it is my great pleasure to welcome you to your new home. Every good choice we make is an important step towards a better future. You are now ready to take the most valuable possible step forward for the benefit of your future prospects because you have chosen Akdeniz University, which is a modern, active and pioneering scientific institution which is known both inside Turkey and abroad as an outstanding university in the fields of education, training and service. Our university is one of the leading universities in Turkey, with an outstanding academic staff, a well-designed physical and scientific infrastructure, social and cultural opportunities, a record of international cooperation and a commitment to continuous development. Akdeniz University, mentioned continuously for its successes, will continue to add new achievements through the contributions made by you, our precious students who have recently joined our family.