Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy Üniversitesi

Tranquility, stunning natural beauty, and academic focus: The university is located in the peaceful city of Burdur, surrounded by lakes and beautiful scenery, providing an ideal study environment away from the noise and bustle of larger cities. This tranquility allows students to fully concentrate on their studies, and the lower cost of living and rent compared to major cities is a significant financial advantage for students.

The university boasts strong colleges and distinguished research centers in fields that align with the region's needs, such as veterinary medicine, agriculture, engineering, and health sciences. For example, the College of Veterinary Medicine is a dynamic institution, and programs like computer and software engineering, molecular biology, and genetics offer practical, job-oriented education.

A safe and welcoming social environment: The Burdur region and its surroundings are known for their conservative rural social character, high moral standards, and safety, which makes Arab students, especially those from the Gulf, feel secure and at ease. The local community is friendly and helpful to international students, facilitating integration and minimizing culture shock.

Faculty of Veterinary Medicine.

Faculty of Dentistry.

Faculty of Sports Sciences.

Faculty of Sharia

These include: Islamic religious sciences.

Faculty of Fine Arts and Design

This includes: visual communication design.

Faculty of Tourism

These include: tourism business management, culinary arts and cooking.

Faculty of Engineering and Architecture

These include: Computer Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture, and Landscape Engineering.

Faculty of Science:

These include: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Molecular Biology and Genetics, Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Data Science and Analysis, Anthropology, and Archaeology.

Faculty of Economic and Administrative Sciences

These include: Economics, Business Administration, Finance and Banking, Public Finance, Political Science and Public Administration, Health Management, and Social Work.

Faculty of Health Sciences:

These include: nutrition and dietetics, physiotherapy and rehabilitation, geriatrics, nursing, midwifery, first aid and disaster management.

Faculty of Education

These include: science education, elementary mathematics education, English language education, psychological counseling and guidance, preschool education, special education education, elementary school education, social studies education, and Turkish language education.

Other applied faculties

The university also includes the Pujak College of Business, the Pujak College of Computer and Informatics, the Pujak College of Health Sciences, and several applied colleges offering programs such as Information Systems and Technology, Information Systems Management, Customs Business, Accounting and Financial Management, Surveying and Land Registration, and others.

Important note: International admission requirements for 2026 have not yet been published. The information below is based on general international admission practices at Turkish public universities.

High school diploma (Baccalaureate/Tawjihi): The high school diploma must be validated by the Turkish Ministry of Education or the Turkish Embassy in your country. Admission is primarily based on cumulative grade point average (GPA), and there is usually a minimum requirement (often 70% or higher) that varies depending on the competition for the program.

Turkish Language Proficiency Test (TÖMER or University): All programs are taught in Turkish. A certificate of proficiency (level B2 or C1) from a recognized TÖMER institute is required, or you must pass the language test administered by the university. Conditional admission may be granted, and you may be enrolled in the preparatory language year.

The YÖS exam: Most public universities require the YÖS exam. The university may announce later whether it will accept the central YÖK exam or its own. The required exam score varies each year depending on the applicants' results.

English language tests (for rare English programs): For the few programs that are taught partly or entirely in English (e.g., English Literature), a TOEFL or IELTS score may be required.

Required basic documents

• Completed online application.
• A copy of a valid passport.
• A copy of the original high school diploma, certified and translated into Turkish or English.
• High school transcript certified and translated.
• A copy of the Turkish language proficiency certificate (TÖMER or equivalent), if available.
• A copy of the YÖS test result, if required.
• Recent personal photos.
• Proof of payment of application fees.

Additional documents (for postgraduate or private studies)

• For Master's and PhD students: Original Bachelor's/Master's degree certificate and transcripts, letter of intent, (2) letters of recommendation, and curriculum vitae.
• Official equivalency certificate from the Turkish Directorate of Education: may be required after initial acceptance.
• Proof of financial capability: Bank statement or letter of guarantee.

• YÖK Recognition/Equivalence Document: Especially for postgraduate degrees.

Official application dates for international students in 2026 have not yet been announced. Generally speaking:

• Application period for the fall semester (starts September/October): The application period is usually from April to the end of July.

• The application period for the spring semester (starts in February): The application period is usually from October to December.