Dear Students and Valued Parents,

Welcome to the Civil Engineering Department of Marmara University!

We are thrilled to be accepting students into our department this year for the first time, with university entrance exams. Our greatest goal is to reward your many years of hard work with the high-quality education we strive to provide.

We aim to educate future civil engineers to international standards. The strong academic structure of Marmara University, one of Turkey's most established universities, combined with the opportunities offered by Istanbul, offers you a unique learning experience for both academic and personal development.

Our 100% English language education will provide global career opportunities, making our graduates competitive not only in Turkey but globally. Our graduates will be able to work for international construction companies and easily pursue their postgraduate studies abroad. Considering the global presence and success of Turkish construction companies, the importance of English language education is self-evident. Learning English is one of the most important steps in preparing you to become a global engineer.

Because our department is located on the Anatolian side of Istanbul, it offers easy access and a relatively low cost of living. Our campus is within walking distance of the metro. Furthermore, you can safely study in our spacious and comfortable buildings, located on a new campus just four years old. Thanks to the social, cultural, and sectoral opportunities Istanbul offers, you will graduate with not only theoretical knowledge but also industry expertise. Through construction site visits, sectoral seminars, and internships, you will gain exposure to the professional world while still a student.

Our newly developed curriculum, designed to meet the universal requirements of civil engineering and provide the new perspectives required by the current era, encompasses courses in contemporary topics such as sustainability, the circular economy, interdisciplinary studies, group work, ethics, and lifelong learning. Our young and strong team has diligently developed a current, visionary, and responsible educational content for you. In line with the Bologna Process, our curriculum offers one of the highest proportions of elective courses nationwide. Elective course credits account for approximately 30% of the total credits. You can find more detailed information on the characteristics we aim to instill in our graduates in our Department's Program Outcomes.

Our curriculum incorporates regional needs alongside universal principles. Turkey's status as an earthquake-resistant country and the need for disaster-resistant cities (earthquakes, drought, etc.) make the profession of civil engineering even more vital in our country. We will strive to ensure that you graduate as engineers who are knowledgeable, responsible, and competent in these areas.

One of the advantages of studying in a newly established department is that you will be among the founding students. Together, we will build our department's culture, and you will be the founders of our construction clubs and lead Erasmus internship programs and projects abroad. With a quota of 20 students, you will receive personalized attention. We prioritize closely monitoring each of your development, exploring your talents, and supporting you in charting your own path. Through our academic advising system and Career Center mentoring programs, we will be happy to provide individual guidance to each of you.

Let's build a safer and more sustainable future together.