The University in Brief

 

Who We Are

Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University (MSKU) is a public university in southwest Türkiye, where the Aegean Sea meets the Mediterranean. Founded in 1992, it builds on the region's first higher education institution, Muğla School of Management, established in 1975.

 

A Comprehensive University

With more than 40,000 students and 1,700 academic staff, MSKU offers 324 programmes at associate, bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels. Teaching and research are carried out across 21 faculties, 4 graduate schools, 3 schools and 16 vocational schools, located in 13 districts of Muğla.

 

Research and Innovation

MSKU has more than 30 years of research experience and over 50 research and application centres. Key areas include marine and aquatic sciences, health and life sciences, biodiversity and environment, renewable energy, archaeology and cultural heritage, food science, engineering and education. Muğla Technopark and the Technology Transfer Office connect research with industry and society.

 

Global Engagement

International cooperation is central to MSKU's strategy. The University holds 378 Erasmus+ agreements with 145 partner institutions in 20 countries, as well as 45 bilateral cooperation agreements worldwide. MSKU is a member of the European University Association (EUA).

Why Partner with MSKU

  • A broad academic profile open to joint research, publications and projects
  • Established procedures for cooperation agreements, academic visits and exchange
  • A dedicated International Cooperation Unit as a single point of contact
  • A campus setting in one of Türkiye's most attractive regions, close to Bodrum, Marmaris and Fethiye