Istanbul Kültür University has been actively involved in establishing international affiliations and partnerships to enhance its academic offerings, research opportunities, and global presence. Types of international affiliations and collaborations that İstanbul Kültür University often engage in:
Student Exchange Programs: İstanbul Kültür University may have agreements with universities abroad to facilitate student exchange programs. These programs allow students to study abroad for a semester or academic year, gaining valuable international experience while earning credits toward their degrees.
Faculty Exchange and Research Collaborations: Collaborative research projects and faculty exchange programs enable academics from İstanbul Kültür University to collaborate with researchers at other institutions globally, fostering knowledge sharing and academic excellence.
Dual Degree Programs: İstanbul Kültür University might have partnerships with international universities to offer dual degree programs. These programs allow students to earn degrees from both institutions by completing a portion of their studies at each university.
International Conferences and Workshops: İstanbul Kültür University may participate in or host international conferences, workshops, and seminars in collaboration with academic institutions and organizations from around the world. These events provide opportunities for networking, collaboration, and knowledge exchange.
Membership in International Associations and Networks: İstanbul Kültür University may be a member of various international associations and networks in fields such as higher education, research, and specific academic disciplines. These memberships provide access to resources, collaboration opportunities, and best practices.
EUA- European University Association
UNAI - United Nations Academic Impact
UNIMED- Mediterranean Universities Union
BUA- Balkan Universities Association
TURKUNIB -Turkic Universities Union
Joint Research Centers and Institutes:
İstanbul Kültür University might establish joint research centers or institutes with international partners to address global challenges, promote interdisciplinary research, and facilitate collaboration among scholars from different countries.
Erasmus+ and Other Exchange Programs: İstanbul Kültür University may participate in the Erasmus+ program, which facilitates student and staff mobility among European higher education institutions. Additionally, the university might have agreements with institutions outside Europe for similar exchange programs.
Cultural and Artistic Collaborations: İstanbul Kültür University, being focused on culture and arts, may collaborate with international institutions on cultural exchange programs, art exhibitions, performances, and other creative projects that promote cultural understanding and appreciation.
QUALITY
The IKU Quality Management System is managed according to the Istanbul Kültür University Quality Directive, which was updated in the context of the articles in the Senate meeting numbered 2022-2023/2, held on November 3, 2022.
The University will continue its activities within the scope of quality assurance. Adoption of quality understanding by all staff,
Regular measurement and sustainability of the level of achievement of the quality targets envisaged in the strategic plan in quality management practices,
Supporting staff performance evaluation with quality strategies,
Creating an organizational culture based on participation, using University resources more effectively and efficiently, improving processes, and providing quality service in the implementation of quality management processes,
Making measurements by determining performance standards in all administrative and academic processes of the university, institutionalizing improvement efforts, and taking responsibility for these processes,
It is carried out according to the basic principles of creating conditions that can provide staff in all units of the university with corporate belonging and job satisfaction.
In accordance with the university's strategic plan and objectives, work on establishing the institution's internal and external quality assurance system for the evaluation and quality improvement of education, training, research activities, and administrative services is gradually being completed and continued. The academic and administrative units of the university are encouraged to participate in quality management system activities, and these activities are supported.
Strategic Planning of the University, considering the priorities and requirements determined by the Rectorate of Istanbul Kültür University as education, scientific research, production of information and technology, completion of the formation of the quality assurance system in management, promotion in national and international university rankings, development of relations with business life, service to society, and sustainability. The 2023-2027 Strategic Plan prepared by the Strategic Planning Board of the University (https://www.iku.edu.tr/tr/iku-kalite/stratejik-planlama-kurulu) was unanimously accepted and entered into force in the context of decision number 1 at the Senate Meeting No. 2022-2023/3 dated December 21, 2022, and published on the university's web pages. Istanbul Kültür University Strategic Plan (2023-2027)
