International Office and Erasmus+

Exchange abroad, grants and international student support

International Office and Erasmus+

One- to two-semester exchange and traineeships through more than 120 agreements; a one-stop office for incoming students.

Free to apply

The International Office enables our students to study at partner universities in Europe, Asia and North America and to do traineeships abroad. Applications open in the autumn and spring terms, and selection is based on academic achievement, foreign language and motivation.

Outgoing students

  • Erasmus+ study and traineeship mobility; a monthly grant depending on the country
  • Recognition of courses taken abroad through ECTS
  • English, German and Spanish preparation courses (free each term)
  • Pre-departure orientation, insurance and visa briefing

Incoming students

Acceptance letter, residence permit appointment, dormitory placement and a reception service all come from one office. Through the buddy programme each incoming student is assigned a student guide who shows them around campus.

How to apply

Attend the information session in the Events section, then submit the application form to the International Office with a transcript and language certificate. A grade average of at least 2.20 (4-point system) is required.

Language and culture preparation

Before going abroad a short preparation programme on the language and academic culture of the destination country is run. On return you guide future applicants in alumni-student meetings where you share your experience.

Scope of service

  • 120+ partner universities
  • Monthly Erasmus+ grant
  • ECTS course recognition
  • Buddy programme

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Frequently asked questions

Is Kıyıkent University a foundation university, and are its diplomas equivalent?
Yes, it is a foundation university. Our diplomas have the same legal validity as state university diplomas; the university is supervised by YÖK.
How is the scholarship rate determined?
Quotas of 100%, 75%, 50% and 25% scholarships are defined according to your ÖSYM placement ranking. Quotas vary by programme; details are on the programme pages.
Can a scholarship be lost?
To keep a scholarship you must stay above the GPA lower limit; for full-scholarship students it is 2.50. A disciplinary penalty can also lead to the scholarship being cancelled.
Is the preparatory class compulsory?
In English-taught programmes, those who pass the proficiency exam after registration start their department directly; others go to a one-year preparatory class. Preparatory class is not compulsory in Turkish-taught programmes.
Can I make a transfer?
Yes. Transfer applications are announced by Student Affairs at the start of each semester; conditions follow the Transfer Directive and YÖK legislation.
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