Ibn Haldun University in Istanbul is one of the most prominent private foundation universities, established in 2015 in the Başakşehir district of Istanbul, and it focuses primarily on the humanities and multilingual education (Turkish and English), making it a distinctive option for international students seeking advanced scientific and applied programs. The university includes more than 2,800 students from over 90 countries.
Campus and Architectural Design
The Başakşehir campus of Ibn Haldun University was designed in a traditional Ottoman architectural style, while adhering to the latest quality standards for academic buildings, libraries, conference halls, scientific laboratories, and green spaces. The campus officially opened in October 2020 following a groundbreaking ceremony on October 22, 2018, providing a comprehensive environment that meets the academic and extracurricular needs of students and faculty members.
The campus also features:
- Modern buildings for faculties and laboratories
- A fully equipped central library
- Separate student residences for male and female students
- Sports, cultural, and social centers
- Bike paths and modern parking facilities
Faculties and Academic Departments
Ibn Haldun University comprises six main faculties that include diverse majors in the humanities and social sciences, media, law, business administration, education, and Islamic studies, in addition to a School of Languages and a Graduate School.
Bachelor’s Programs:
| Program | Language | Duration |
| School of Humanities and Social Sciences | ||
| Sociology | English | 4 years |
| Psychology | English | 4 years |
| History | English | 4 years |
| Political Science and International Relations | English | 4 years |
| Economics | English | 4 years |
| School of Business | ||
| Business Administration | English | 4 years |
| School of Education | ||
| Guidance and Psychological Counseling | English | 4 years |
| School of Law | ||
| Law | Turkish (30% English) | 4 years |
| School of Islamic Studies | ||
| Islamic Studies | Turkish (30% English) | 4 years |
| School of Communication | ||
| New Media and Communication | English | 4 years |
Master’s Programs:
| Program | Language | Duration |
| Business Administration (non‑thesis) | Turkish | 1.5 years |
| Aviation Transport Management (non‑thesis) | English | 1.5 years |
| Business Analytics and Big Data (non‑thesis) | Turkish | 1.5 years |
| Business Administration (thesis) | Turkish | 2 years |
| Educational Institutions Management (thesis) | Turkish | 2 years |
| Business Analytics and Big Data (thesis) | Turkish | 2 years |
| International and Comparative Law (thesis) | Turkish | 2 years |
| Private Law (thesis) | Turkish | 2 years |
| Philosophical, Social and Historical Foundations of Education (thesis) | Turkish (30% English) | 2 years |
| Religious Sciences (thesis) | Turkish (30% English) | 2 years |
| Islamic Studies (thesis) | Turkish (30% English) | 2 years |
| Psychological Counseling (thesis) | Turkish (30% English) | 2 years |
| Radio, Television and Cinema (thesis) | Turkish (30% English) | 2 years |
| Philosophy (thesis) | English | 2 years |
| Sociology (thesis) | English | 2 years |
| Aviation Transport Management (thesis) | English | 2 years |
| New Media and Communication Systems (thesis) | English | 2 years |
| History (thesis) | English | 2 years |
| Financial Economics (thesis) | English | 2 years |
| Turkish Studies (thesis) | English | 2 years |
| Political Science and International Relations (thesis) | English | 2 years |
| Business Administration (thesis) | English | 2 years |
PhD Programs:
| Program | Language | Duration |
| Philosophy | English | 4 years |
| Political Science and International Relations | English | 4 years |
| Economics | English | 4 years |
| Private Law | Turkish | 4 years |
| Clinical Psychology | Turkish (30% English) | 4 years |
| Islamic Studies | Turkish (30% English) | 4 years |
| Civilizational Studies | English | 4 years |
| Sociology | English | 4 years |
| New Media and Communication Systems | English | 4 years |
| History | English | 4 years |
| Psychology | English | 4 years |
| Administration | English | 4 years |
Admission Requirements and Application Procedure
University admission procedures in Turkey are conducted through the Ibn Haldun University international online portal, and include the following steps:
- Create an account on the university system
- Fill out the online application form
- Upload the following documents:
- High school diploma with YÖK equivalency
- Transcript (with translation)
- Language proficiency certificate (TOEFL/IELTS for English programs or TÖMER for Turkish programs)
- Copy of passport and two passport photos
- Admission test scores if available (SAT or ACT for bachelor’s programs and GRE or GMAT for graduate studies)
- Letters of recommendation for graduate programs
- Pay the non-refundable application fee
- Wait for the admission decision and issuance of the official acceptance letter
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Student Life and Activities
The university provides an ideal student environment through:
- Student Center: includes lounges, a cinema, hobby workshops, a library, cafés, and restaurants.
- Clubs and cultural activities: theater, music, sports teams, and academic clubs.
- Physical exercise: basketball and tennis courts and fitness centers within the campus.
- Trips and scientific events: visits to research institutions, seminars, and regular symposiums.
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