İzmir Institute of Technology (, commonly referred to as IZTECH) is a

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İzmir İzmir is the List of largest cities and towns in Turkey, third most populous city in Turkey, after Istanbul and Ankara. It is on the Aegean Sea, Aegean coast of Anatolia, and is the capital of İzmir Province. In 2024, the city of İzmir had ...

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. The university places a strong emphasis on the natural sciences and

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, and it is the only institution of its kind in Turkey with a specific focus on scientific research. İzmir Institute of Technology is frequently recognized among Turkey's leading universities. The medium of instruction in all departments is English.

Organisation

Founded on July 11, 1992, İzmir Institute of Technology primarily focuses on the fields of science and technology. The university's main objectives include conducting research, providing education, and engaging in production, publication, and consultancy. İzmir Institute of Technology has 16 academic departments, the majority of which are organized into three faculties. These departments are responsible for the undergraduate programs. Additionally, the university includes the Department of Foreign Languages and the Department of General Cultural Courses. The Graduate School of Engineering and Science is responsible for the postgraduate programs at İzmir Institute of Technology.

İzmir Technology Development Zone

İzmir Technology Development Zone (commonly referred to as IZTECH Teknopark) is a science and research park which occupies an area of on the campus of IZTECH. Connection to the airport, seaport, and to the organised industrial districts is provided by the İzmir-Çeşme Highway. The zone has five buildings in of enclosed space.

Criticism

İzmir Institute of Technology is known for its selective admissions and rigorous academic standards. Many students either drop out early or take longer than usual to complete their studies. Particularly in the Faculty of Engineering, only about half of the students graduate within the typical duration of their programs.

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{{DEFAULTSORT:Izmir Institute of Technology Technical universities and colleges in Turkey Engineering universities and colleges in Turkey Institutes of Technology in Turkey Educational institutions established in 1992 1992 establishments in Turkey Universities and colleges in İzmir

Organisation

İzmir Technology Development Zone

Criticism

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