Kocaeli Health and Technology University (Turkish: Kocaeli Sağlık ve Teknoloji Üniversitesi) is a private university located in Kocaeli, Turkey. Kocaeli Health and Technology University was founded in 2020 with the aim of contributing to Turkey’s higher education system, particularly in medical sciences and technology.[1]
It was founded in 2009 in Istanbul as the European Vocational School (Avrupa Meslek Yüksekokulu) by the European Education Foundation (Avrupa Eğitim Vakfı) with the approval of the Grand National Assembly of Turkey. In 2020, it changed its name, relocated to Kocaeli, and began offering associate degree programs alongside bachelor’s degree and master’s degree education. The languages of instruction are Turkish and English. KOSTÜ has collaborations with many international universities, primarily Kent State University in the United States.[2][3]

History
Kocaeli Health and Technology University was founded in 2009 with the aim of contributing to Turkey’s higher education system, particularly in medical sciences and technology. The university offers various undergraduate and graduate programs by Turkey’s Council of Higher Education (YÖK).[4] It is recognized by YÖK and listed in the national higher education database.[5]
Faculties and programs
The university consists of six faculties and multiple research centers. The main faculties include:[6]
- Faculty of Dentistry
- Faculty of Pharmacy
- Faculty of Health Sciences
- Faculty of Engineering and Technology
- Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
- Faculty of Fine Arts[7] [8]
Campus and facilities
The university provides various facilities to support student education and research, including:
- Modern laboratories for medical and engineering research
- Student dormitories and recreational areas
- A library with digital and physical resources
- Sports and wellness centers
- Research and development institutes[9]
Admission and rankings
The university participates in Turkey's centralized university placement system and admission is based on national entrance exam scores. The university is also featured in international rankings such as Times Higher Education.[10]
Collaboration and research
Kocaeli Health and Technology University collaborates with several national and international institutions to enhance research and academic development. The university aims to advance scientific research in health sciences and technology through interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation.[11][12]
References
- ^ Official Website of Kocaeli Health and Technology University
- ^ "KOSTÜ'ye Yeni Rektör". Hürriyet (Press release) (in Turkish). 7 February 2022. Retrieved 16 March 2025.
- ^ "Kocaeli Health and Technology University". AD Scientific Index. Retrieved 16 March 2025.
- ^ تحصیل در دانشگاه کوجالی ساغلیک ترکیه - Turkey Campus
- ^ YÖK Atlas - University Information
- ^ "Kocaeli Sağlık ve Teknoloji Üniversitesi - Üniversite Profili". Kariyer.net (in Turkish). Retrieved 16 March 2025.
- ^ "Kocaeli Health and Technology University". WHED (World Higher Education Database). Retrieved 16 March 2025.
- ^ "Kocaeli Sağlık ve Teknoloji Üniversitesi". TurkUni. Retrieved 16 March 2025.
- ^ "Kocaeli Health and Technology University – UniRank". UniRank. Retrieved 16 March 2025.
- ^ Times Higher Education Rankings
- ^ "Kocaeli Health and Technology University – Anabin". Anabin (in German). Retrieved 16 March 2025.
- ^ "Kocaeli Sağlık ve Teknoloji Üniversitesi Haberleri". Sondakika.com (in Turkish). Retrieved 16 March 2025.
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