Welcome to Koç Professor Umran İnan President, Koç University

Koç University was founded in 1993 as a non-profit private university by the Vehbi Koç Foundation. In this short time, we have established ourselves globally as a leading research university. Our mission, as it has been from our founding, is to contribute to the universal body of knowledge. We strive to influence intellectual, technological, economic and social developments on a global scale. In pursuit of this mission, we recognize that internationalization is essential to the success and sustainability of our efforts. The incredible richness and diversity of teaching and learning on our campus is greatly enhanced by the international experiences of our faculty members and the diversity of exchange programs that we offer. Through our international students, faculty, and programs we achieve an impact that far exceeds the size and age of our University. Internationalization is at the core of our strategic plans at Koç University. In addition to many partner schools in the Americas and , we are the first university in Turkey that has established partnerships with several in China, Hong Kong, Singapore and India. If we are to meet the challenges of the future we must continue to cooperate beyond geographical boundaries, and embrace an openness to excellence in ideas, methods and people, irrespective of origin, nationality, age, gender or position. We wholeheartedly invite you to satisfy your curiosity for knowledge at Koç University and look forward to welcoming you to our fascinating and remarkable campus! Why Choose Koç University?

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Research and Special Academic Programs Ranking Times Higher Education • 26th in BRICS & Emerging Economies Rankings 2019 • 31st in Asia University Rankings 2018 • 40th in the World Among Young Universities 2018 • 16th in Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions 2019 • 46th in Gender Equality 2019 • 75th in Decent Work and Economic Growth 2019 • Ranked among 176 - 200 in Social Sciences Rankings 2019 • Top 401- 500 for World Rankings 2019 Financial Times • 66th in Business School Rankings 2018 • 1st in Turkey and 61st worldwide in Executive MBA Rankings 2018 QS Rankings Research Based Teaching • 12th in Emerging Europe and Central Asia (EECA) in 2019 • 87th in Executive MBA Global Rankings 2019 Koç University ranks among the top research universities in Turkey, in terms of number of articles per academic member. This indicates the importance attached to research, and success of academic mem- bers and research programs.

Koç University is ranked 16th in Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions in THE University Impact Rankings 2019

6 7 European Research Council (ERC) Grants: Turkey And Koç University Between 2012-2018 Koç University shouldered Turkey’s ERC performance. By the end of 2018, 8 out of 17 ERC projects awarded in Turkey were hosted by KU. In addition, in the same period, two of KU’s ERC grantees received a total of 3 ERC Proof of Concept grants (additional funding for the commercialization of technology outputs). Therefore, KU also coordinates the only 3 ERC Proof of Concept grants awarded in Turkey. Total ERC Projects (including PoC grants) between 2012 - 2018 Koç University: 11 Projects - €12.5 M Turkey 20 Projects – €27.6 M

KU Success in EC’s Horizon 2020 Among Turkish Universities R&D Funding For Turkish Universities Under EU-FP 7 Programs (2007- 2013) Other Universities Koç University Koç University’s research mission is to contribute 91 Projects; €10,4 M 28 Projects; €12,1 M to the universal body of knowledge and influence intellectual, technological, economic and social Ege University developments on a global scale. 8 Projects; €1,1 M

(Million Euro) İzmir Institute of Technology Technical Univ. 14,78 7 Projects; €1,2 M

Koç University 12,54 İstanbul Bilgi University 4 Projects; €2,6 M Bilkent Univ. 10,05 Bilkent University 17 Projects; €5 M Boğaziçi Univ. 7,9 Sabancı University İstanbul Technical Univ. 5,89 25 Projects; €3,8 M İstanbul Technical University Sabancı Univ. 5,87 16 Projects; €3,1 M Hacettepe Univ. 5,64 Middle East Technical University Boğaziçi University 28 Projects; €8,4 M Ege Univ. 4,87 12 Projects; €3,3 M Dokuz Eylül Univ. 3,96

Distributions based on EC contribution amounts from October 2017 CORDIS dataset

8 9 An International University 25% of the graduate students at Koç University are international students from all over the world. Each semester Koç Univer- sity welcomes exchange students attracted from more than 270 partner universities in more than 60 countries.

Study in English The language of instruction at Koç University is English.

Each semester Koç University welcomes exchange students attracted from more than 270 partner universities in more than 60 countries.

International Accreditation Koç University Hospital As one of the newest schools of medicine in Turkey, Koç University has started its first academic year in 2010-2011. The objective is to train the students of Koç University School of Medicine as doctors, who are concerned with the health problems of the 21st century and who can generate medical solutions under the guidance of science. Koç University Hospital is the research and training hospital of the Koç University Medicine School. Koç University is the 400 Single inpatient rooms only university in Turkey 77 Intensive care units 220.000 m2 Net space area to hold both EQUIS and 24 Bone marrow units AMBA accreditation. 13 Operating rooms 4 Delivery rooms 88 Observation rooms 250 Examination rooms

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12 13 AMERICAS ASIA & AUSTRALASIA • RUHR University Bochum SWEDEN Reserach Level • RWTH Aachen University Faculty Level ARGENTINA AUSTRALIA • University of Science and Technology, Korea • Technical University of Munich • Chalmers University of Technology Research Level University-wide TAIWAN • TU Ilmenau • Jönköping University, Jönkoping International Business School • University of Buenos Aires • Australian National University University–wide • University of Tübingen • Linköping University Faculty Level • The University of Queensland • University of Bremen • National Chengchi University • Lund University • Torcuato Di Tella University • University of Wollongong • National Sun Yat-sen University • University of Cologne Faculty Level • University of Duisburg-Essen • Malardalen University BRAZIL • National Taiwan University • Stockholm School of Economics • The University of Sydney • National Tsing Hua University • University of Lubeck Faculty Level • Stockholm University • FGV Direito Rio Research Level Faculty Level • University of Mannheim • FGV Direito SP • The University of Newcastle Australia • National Chiao Tung University • University of Paderborn SWITZERLAND • University of Stuttgart • FGV – EAESP AZERBAIJAN Reserach Level Faculty Level • WHU-Otto Beisheim School of Management • Insper University-wide • National Cheng Kung University • University of Bern • Universidade Estadual Paulista - UNESP • ADA University • National Tsing Hua University GREECE • University of • University of Sao Paulo Research Level THAILAND Faculty Level • University of Lausanne CANADA • Azerbaijan State University of Economics University–wide • Alba Graduate Business School • University of St. Gallen University-wide CAMBODIA • King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi • Athens University of Economics and Business • Zurich University of Applied Sciences, • University of Crete • Carleton University University-wide • Asian Institute of Technology ZHAW School of Management and Law • Queen’s University (at Kingston) • Royal University of Phnom Penh Faculty Level • University of Ioannina • Simon Fraser University • Chulalongkorn University, Faculty of Economics HUNGARY THE NETHERLANDS CHINA Faculty Level • The University of British Columbia University-wide VIETNAM Faculty Level • York University • Fudan University University–wide • Central European University • Eindhoven University of Technology Faculty Level • Nanjing University • Vietnam National University • Corvinus University of Budapest • Erasmus University College • Ryerson University • Tongji University IRELAND • Erasmus University Rotterdam • The University of British Columbia, Sauder School of Business • Zhejiang University EUROPE Faculty Level • Erasmus University, Rotterdam School of Management • University of Toronto, Rotman Commerce Faculty Level • Trinity College Dublin • Leiden University • Universtiy of Victoria, Peter B. Gustavson School of Business • China University of Political Science and Law ALBANIA • University College Dublin, Michael Smurfit Graduate • Maastricht University • Western University, Ivey Business School • Peking University, Law School University–wide Business School • Radboud University • York University, Schulich School of Business • Renmin University of China, School of Business • Epoka University ITALY • Tilburg University Research Level • Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Antai College of Economics & Management AUSTRIA Faculty Level • University of Groningen • University of Toronto • Southwestern University of Finance and Economics Faculty Level • Bocconi University • Utrecht University • Tsinghua University • Catholic Private University Linz CHILE • LUISS Guido Carli • VU University Amsterdam University-wide Research Level • WU - Vienna University of Economics and Business • Polytechnic University of Milan • Peking University • Federico Santa María Technical University Reserach Level • Polytechnic • Adolfo Ibáñez University GEORGIA • Austrian Academy of Sciences • Sapienza University of Rome Faculty Level University-wide • • Buckinghamshire New University COSTA RICA BELGIUM • Caucasus University • City, University of London Faculty Level Faculty Level • LIUC Universita Cattaneo • INCAE Business School HONG KONG • University of Antwerp • LUMSA University • Durham University University-wide • Ghent University • UNIMORE • Kingston University London ECUADOR • City University of Hong Kong • KU Leuven • University of Genoa • The London School of Economics and Political Science University-wide • Lingnan University • University of Liege • University of Naples L’Orientale • Newcastle University Escuela Politécnica Nacional • The University of Hong Kong • Universite Catholique de Louvain (UCL) • Univesity of Perugia • Nottingham Trent University, Nottingham Business School MEXICO • The Chinese University of Hong Kong CZECH REPUBLIC • University of Pisa • Queen Mary University of London, School of History University-wide • University of Rome Tor Vergata Faculty Level Faculty Level • Queen’s University Belfast • ITAM • University of Siena • Hong Kong Baptist University • Charles University • Royal Holloway University of London • University of • Hong Kong University of Science and Technology • University of Economics, Prague • University of Trento Partner Universities • University of Turin • The University of Edinburgh Faculty Level INDIA DENMARK Research Level • The University of Liverpool • Monterrey Institute of Technology University-wide Faculty Level • Fondazione Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia • University of Exeter • Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay PERU • Aarhus University • University of Essex Research Level • Copenhagen Business School NORWAY University-wide • Ulster University • Universidad del Pacifico • Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi • IT Faculty Level • Indian Institute of Technology, Madras • University of Southern Denmark • BI Norwegian Business School • University College London URUGUAY Faculty Level • VIA University College • NHH Norwegian School of Economics • University of Brighton University-wide • Indian School of Business • University of Oslo • University of Nottingham • University of Montevideo FINLAND • O.P. Jindal Global University Faculty Level POLAND • University of Plymouth USA INDONESIA • Aalto University Faculty Level • University of St. Andrews University-wide University-wide • JAMK University of Applied Sciences • SGH Warsaw School of Economics • University of Sussex • American University, Washington, DC • University of Indonesia • University of Helsinki • SWPS University of Social Sciences and Humanities • University of Warwick • University of Information Technology and Management in Rzeszow • Binghamton University, State University of New York JAPAN • Univerity of Tampere Research Level • Drexel University Faculty Level FRANCE PORTUGAL • University of Bath • Hawaii Pacific University • Kyoto University Faculty Level Faculty Level • Loyola University New Orleans Faculty Level • Ecole de Management de Normandie (EM Normandie) • Catholic University of Portugal, Lisbon School MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA • Rutgers University, The State University of New Jersey • Hitotsubashi University, ICS • EDHEC Business School of Business and Economics • NOVA • The University of Nex Mexico • Kobe University • Emlyon Business School EGYPT LEBANON • • University of California • Nagoya University of Commerce and Business • EPITECH University-wide University-wide • University of Cincinnati • Toyohashi University of Technology • ESSCA School of Management ROMANIA • The American University in Cairo • American University of Beirut • Waseda University • ESSEC Business School Research Level • University of Miami GHANA MOROCCO • Grenoble Institute of Technology • University of Bucharest • University of Nebraska KRYGZTSTAN University-wide Faculty Level • Grenoble School of Management • University of Nevada, Reno Faculty Level RUSSIA • University of Ghana • EGE Rabat • HEC Paris • Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University • American University of Central Asia University-wide • Institut d’Optique Graduate School ISRAEL SOUTH AFRICA Faculty Level • National Research University Higher MALAYSIA • KEDGE Business School University-wide University-wide • Bryn Mawr College School of Economics University-wide • Lille Catholic University, Faculty of Management, Economics and Science • IDC Herzliya • Stellenbosch University • Cornell University, Samuel Curtis Johnson Graduate School of Management Faculty Level • Taylor’s University • Lille Catholic University, IESEG School of Management Faculty Level Faculty Level • DePaul University, Chicago • Saint Petersburg State University PHILIPPINES • Paris Dauphine University • • University of Cape Town • Duke University, Fuqua School of Business SLOVENIA University-wide • ParisTech • University of Pretoria, GIBS Business School • Emory University, Goizueta Business School Faculty Level IRAN • University of the Philippines • Pierre and Marie Curie University • Fordham University, Gabelli School of Business • University of Ljubljana Faculty Level SINGAPORE • Sciences Po, Paris • Sharif University of Technology • Georgetown University University-wide • Sciences Po, Rennes SPAIN University-wide • Lewis & Clark Law School Faculty Level • Nanyang Technological University • Sup’Biotech Paris • Amirkabir University of Technology • Michigan State University • Autonomous • Singapore Management University • Telecom Ecole de Management • Northwestern University • Carlos III University of Madrid JORDAN • Singapore University of Technology and Design GERMANY University-wide • Rice University • Complutense University of Madrid Faculty Level Faculty Level • The University of Jordan • San Francisco State University • IE University • National University of Singapore • European Business School • School of Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts • Pompeu Fabra University • Free University of Berlin • Texas A&M University SOUTH KOREA • of Navarra • Heidelberg University • The City University of New York, Baruch College University-wide • Ramon Llull University, ESADE Business School • Humboldt University of Berlin • The George Washington University • Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST) • • Kühne Logistics University • University of Michigan, Ross School of Business • Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) • • University of North Carolina, Kenan-Flagler Business School • Pusan National University • Ludwig-Maximilians University Munich • University of South Carolina, Darla Moore School of Business • Seoul National University • Munich Business School • The University of Texas at Austin • Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU) Research Level • University of Seoul • University of California • Yonsei University • University of Nevada, Reno 14 15 Scholarships For Full-Degree-Seeking Current joint scholarship programs include: International Students - HEC Pakistan Scholarships As of 2019 Koç University has established joint scholarship - Abdullah Al Ghurair STEM Scholarships (MENA) programs with 11 government and private foundations that allow the award of undergraduate and graduate scholarships - Institute of International Education (IIE) Syria Consortium Scholarships for students from over 100 countries that include China, Ghana, - United Lebanon Youth Projects Scholarships (Palestine) Syria, Pakistan, Palestine, Kazakhstan and Colombia amongst others. - Fung Graduate Fellowship (China) - ICETEX Scholarships (Colombia) - Bolashak-Center for International Programs Scholarships (Kazakshtan) - Ghana Graduate Scholarships - Huawei Graduate Research Support Scholarships (Turkey and International) - Turkish Scholarships (all countries)

Please visit international.ku.edu.tr/ for details.

We welcome your insight and ideas for new scholarship part- ners to welcome talented sponsored students from your country at Koç University.

16 17 Study Options / Find your course Undergraduate Degrees Graduate Degrees College Of Administrative Science And Economics Graduate School Of Sciences & Engineering PhD in Reproductive Medicine (CASE) (GSSE) PhD in Biomedical Sciences & Engineering Business Administration MSc in Chemical & Biological Engineering Graduate School Of Social Sciences & Economics MSc in Computational Sciences & Engineering Humanities (GSSSH) International Relations MSc in Computer Science & Engineering MA in Archaeology & History of Art MSc in Data Science MA in Comparative Studies in History & Society College Of Engineering (CE) MSc in Electrical & Electronics Engineering MA in Design, Technology & Society Chemical & Biological Engineering MSc in Industrial Engineering MA in Economics Computer Engineering MSc in Materials Science & Engineering MA in International Relations Electrical & Electronics Engineering MSc in Mathematics Joint Masters in Applied Public Policy with University of Strathclyde Industrial Engineering MSc in Mechanical Engineering MA in Museum Studies and Cultural Heritage Management Mechanical Engineering MSc in Molecular Biology & Genetics MA in Philosophy MSc in Optoelectronics & Photonics Engineering MA in Psychology Law School MSc Global MINDS Cultural and Social Psychology - Erasmus+ Law MSc in Physics MSc in Biomedical Sciences & Engineering Mundus Joint Master Program with 3 European universities School Of Medicine (SOM) PhD in Biomedical Sciences & Engineering (University of Oslo, University of Limerick, SWPS Poland, Medicine PhD in Chemical & Biological Engineering ISCTE-IUL Portugal) PhD in Computational Sciences & Engineering LLM in Private Law School Of Nursing (SON) PhD in Computer Science & Engineering LLM in Public Law Nursing PhD in Electrical & Electronics Engineering PhD in Political Sciences & International Relations PhD in Industrial Engineering and Operations Management PhD in Psychology College Of Social Sciences & Humanities (CSSH) PhD in Materials Science & Engineering PhD in Archaeology & History of Art Archaeology and History of Art PhD in Mathematics PhD in Economics English Language and Comparative Literature PhD in Mechanical Engineering PhD in Design, Technology & Society Media & Visual Arts PhD in Physics PhD in Law History PhD in Molecular Biology & Genetics PhD in History Philosophy Graduate School Of Health Sciences (GSHS) PhD in Sociology Psychology MSc in Medical Physiology Graduate School Of Buisness (GSB) Sociology MSc in Medical Microbiology Master in International Management (CEMS) Master in International Management (KOÇ) College Of Sciences (CS) MSc in Nursing (in Turkish) Master in International Management Program with Double Degree Chemistry MSc in Reproductive Biology Master, University of South Carolina MBA Physics MSc in Critical Care Nursing MBA Mathematics MSc in Biomedical Sciences & Engineering - Modular MBA Molecular Biology & Genetics MSc in Molecular Biology & Genetics PhD in Cellular & Molecular Sciences - Tech MBA PhD in Molecular Biology & Genetics Executive MBA PhD in Neurosciences MSc in Finance PhD in Nursing (in Turkish) PhD in Business Administration

18 19 Students can usually enter Turkey with a multiple entry tourist (ordinary) visa or a valid passport – please check your country’s eligibility.

Academic Calendar Nomination and Application Procedures The academic year at Koç University is divided into Koç University receives incoming exchange student Three semesters: Fall, Spring and Summer Semester. nominations through the KUAPP online portal: Fall Semester: late September to mid-January. Two weeks of https://kuapp.ku.edu.tr semester break after the final exams. Nomination and Application Dates: Spring Semester: early February to late May with a one-week Fall Semester: 1st April - 1st June spring break. Spring Semester: 1st September - 1st November Summer Semester: early July to early August. Seven weeks in total. Summer Semester: 1st February – 30th April KU students usually take five courses per semester (an av- International Exchange Student Life erage course is 3 KU credits Course Planning Visa Students can usually enter Turkey with a multiple which is equal to 6 ECTS). KU students usually take five courses per semester (an average entry tourist (ordinary) visa or a valid passport – please course is 3 KU credits which is equal to 6 ECTS). Exchange students check your country’s eligibility. All exchange students can take maximum 6 courses per semester. Courses are selected on are obliged, by law, to apply for and obtain a residence our online platform KUSIS. permit in Turkey after arrival if their visa length does not cover the total duration of their exchange semester in Assessment System Turkey. A residence permit will be valid for the duration of exchange (1 or 2 semesters) and will include enough Students are assessed by examination or coursework, which is set time for a timely departure. by the instructor of the course. Exchange students receive official transcripts of records from Koç University in order to transfer credits Health Insurance to their home university. On their transcripts, students can see the As per immigration laws in Turkey, it is mandatory for all grade, numeric value, semester GPA and cumulative GPA. students to hold valid health insurance covering the total The highest score a student can get from an exam or a coursework is duration of their enrolment at Koç University. A/4.00 while F/0.0 means that the student is failing the course.

20 21 Turkish Host Family Program Turkish Host Family Program brings Turkish families and The program is open for exchange students together to give students a unique experience of anyone who is willing to Turkish culture and hospitality while helping students integrate to make new friendships life in Turkey. There are a wide variety of opportunities within the across cultures and scope of this program. Incoming Exchange Students can check the languages. opportunities with their exchange program advisors at KU after their admission.

Local Friends Program This is a peer to peer culture exchange and awareness program meant for domestic and international students and post-doc researchers. The program is open for anyone who is willing to make new friendships across cultures and languages. Through Orientation Week local friends program, internationals will have a chance to prac- tice daily Turkish with their matches, learn about Turkish cul- Orientation week for new exchange students at Koç University ture like a local and make memories from their time in Turkey. is intended to welcome them to the university and give them all of the essential information needed to make the most out of their KOLT Language Conversation Circles time during their studies.They also have the chance to meet their mentors and other exchange students during the week. There are a The Program aims to improve speaking and comprehension number of social events running throughout the week to help them skills of students in the undergraduate programs and the settle into life at Koç University and have an enjoyable experi- English Language College. ence as much as possible. Orientation starts one week before the classes begin. During orientation, there will be a campus tour and other activities that will familiarise students with the Koç community. Administrative processes, such as course registration will also take place during orientation.

Mentorship Each incoming exchange student is assigned to an exchange mentor (a KU student) who acts as a guide and resource person to Mentors are reliable assist in transition to life at Koç University throughout the semester. and hard-working The mentors go through a rigorous selection, interview, and training individuals open to process before being assigned to a group of students. cultural exchange. Mentors are reliable and hard-working individuals open to cultural exchange. They take exchange students’ well-being into consideration at all times and are always ready to help.

22 23 Summer Exchange At Koç University The program aims to create a rewarding summer experience for students from both partner and non-partner universities. It combines high-quality courses and the opportunity to participate in local activities that enables students to gain insight into Turkish culture in Istanbul.

Global Learning and Leadership Program (GLLP) GLLP is a flagship certificate program on global awareness, 21st century leadership and social innovation. It is a co-cur- ricular program of seminars, speaker series, and experien- Cost of Living tial learning activities designed for motivated undergradu- ates who seek to develop, personally and professionally, into Estimated student budget per month* tomorrow’s global leaders. Food 1085 Accommodation gllp.ku.edu.tr 1,320 Books and course materials 165 KU Global Aid GLLP is a flagship certificate Phone/internet 60 program on global awareness, KU Global Aid is an international service-learning certificate Local travel 130 program, working to build awareness, international solidarity 21st century leadership and Clothing 150 social innovation. and support disadvantaged communities around the world. Personal care/hygiene products Program provides learning experiences where students deve- 60 lop competencies; such as personal awareness, creative prob- Leisure 350 lem solving, systems thinking, intercultural communication Total sum 3,320 TL and teamwork.

globalaid.ku.edu.tr *As reported by Koç University students. Koç University Summer Research Program (KUSRP) Organized under the Vice Presidency for Research and Deve- lopment, KUSRP welcomes motivated undergraduates from different universities around the world who want to improve their research skills and plan to attend graduate school. The program is open to both domestic and international students. kusrp.ku.edu.tr

24 25 Library The Suna Kıraç Library supports the teaching, learning, and research needs of students and faculty with collections of books, journals and digital resources including online journals, e-books, databases, reference and instructional materials, and audio and video collections. The print collection includes 340,000 volumes, plus nearly 188,000 e-books. The Library also holds nearly 66,000 current serial titles available online. The library is open 24 hours a day. library.ku.edu.tr

Dormitories 50% of Koc University students choose to live on campus and many of them stay on campus by the time they graduate. Dormitories are located at the University’s main Rumelifeneri Campus and West Campus. Students on both campuses have access to facilities and services such as -pools, sports center, game rooms, dance hall, billiard table, hair-dresser, post-office, supermarket, food halls and parking garage. dorm.ku.edu.tr

The library is open 24 hours a day.

26 27 Student Clubs Koç University has over 80 student clubs covering a wide range of topics and inte- rests for students. Clubs regularly engage in on campus and off campus activities. incampus.ku.edu.tr

More than 80 student clubs focusing on different fields and interests for students.

Dining Sports Center Koç University offers students and staff Koç University offers many sport and exercise facilities healthy, hygienic and high-quality dining including fully equipped gyms, swimming pools, an ice options in a comfortable and spacious skating rink, dance studios, courts, atmosphere. court, squash courts and an outdoor football field. Cafes and dining halls at Koç University offer a variety of cuisines as well as nume- sport.ku.edu.tr rous vending machines and outlets at dor- mitories and faculty halls serving hot and cold beverages and snacks 24/7. ogs.ku.edu.tr/cafeterias KURES KURES accompanies students in their process of coming to know and realizing themselves, and supporting their personal development. It aims at helping students acquire the knowledge and skills that will help them cope with the academic, social and personal problems they face throughout this process. KURES (Koç University Guidance and Psychological Services Center) is composed of two departments: 1. Psychological Services Center 2. Guidance Center

dos.ku.edu.tr/en/counseling-service

28 29 SGKM Students and young alumni Koç University’s Sevgi Gönül Cultural Centre (SGKM), located on can consult with career the Rumelifeneri Campus, has hosted numerous concerts, plays, counselors at all stages movie night events, recitals, exhibitions and dance performances. of their career planning. SGKM provides outreach to a diverse array of events including Sevgi Gönül Theatre Festival and Dance Festival. Luminaries of the arts bring influential ideas and opportunities to all Istanbul’s grand stages which SGKM is associated with. KO LT Koç University Office of Learning and sgkm.ku.edu.tr/en Teaching (KOLT) leads support con- tinual development of learning and teaching at Koç University. KOLT provides academic tutoring, Career Services conversation circles, face-to-face and online workshops for students. Students and young alumni can consult with career counselors at all Workshops and resources are provi- stages of their career planning. Koç University Career Development ded to support effective teaching for Center offers support to students to find internships, plan for masters teaching assistants and faculty and PhDs, review of curriculum vitae, cover letter and statement of members. purpose, interview preparation and general career counseling. kolt.ku.edu.tr career.ku.edu.tr/en

30 31 Research Forums • Koç University - TÜSİAD Economic Research Forum (EAF) • Koç University Migros Retail Education Forum (KUMPEM) • Koç University Social Impact Forum (KUSIF) • Koç University Maritime Research Forum (KUDENFOR) • Koç University Corporate Governance Forum (CGF)

Research Centers • Vehbi Koç Ankara Studies Research Center (VEKAM) • Koç University Research Center for Anatolian Civilizations (ANAMED) • Center for Research on Globalization, Peace, and Democratic Governance (GLODEM) • Koç University Gender Studies Center (KOÇ-KAM) • Migration Research Center at Koç University (MIReKoç) • Dr. Nüsret - Semahat Arsel International Business Law Research Centers and Forums Implementation and Research Center (NASAMER) Koç University has established • Koç University Social Policy Center (KU-SPM) 21 research centers, • Koç University Surface Science and Technology Center (KUYTAM) 5 research forums, • Koç University Tüpraş Energy Center (KUTEM) 1 support center, • Koç University Center for Survey Research (KUCSR) 132 research laboratories for the purpose of conducting • Drug Research Center (IAM) scientific and application studies in specific fields. • Koç University Arçelik Research Center for Creative Industries (KUAR) To date there are 892 eternally funded research programs. • Koç University Entrepreneurship Research Center (KWORKS) https://www.ku.edu.tr/tr/research/research-centers • Center for Global Public Law (CGPL) • Koç University – Stavros Niarchos Foundation, Center for Late Antique and Byzantine Studies (GABAM) 20 Research Centers • Suna & İnan Kıraç Research Center on Mediterranean Civilizations (AKMED) 5 Research Forums 1 Support Center • Koç University Center for Asian Studies (KUASIA) 132 Research Laboratories • Koç University Research Center for Translational Medicine (KUTTAM) • KU-AKKİM Boron-Based Materials & High-technology Chemicals Research & Application Center (KABAM) • Semahat Arsel Nursing Education and Research Center (SANERC) • Koç University Mustafa V. Koç Maritime Archaeology Research Center (KUDAR) Support Centers • Koç University Support Center for Disabled Children and their Families (EÇADEM)

32 33 Koç University Visiting Scholar Program Academic English Program for Researchers Faculty members with research appointments (Asst. Prof., This program is designed only for faculty members and/or PhD students who aim to Assoc. Prof. or Prof.) can apply to take advantage of the improve their English language skills, academic and article writing skills and their skills Koç University Visiting Scholar Program, which has been for teaching in English by integrating education technologies. managed by VPAA Office since Summer 2014. Applicants (other than those for Harvard) are expected to make arrangements with the University they wish to visit and to obtain an invitation from English Language Requirements: Program in Detail: thereof. Applicants will be expected to have There will be three main elements of the program: Similarly, we encourage faculty members to extend invitations to CEFR B1+ level or higher in order to take scholars working at international universities to participate in the benefit from the structure of this program English Language Center sessions: Visiting Scholar Program at Koç University so that we can establish to the fullest. These classes will be focused on both practicing and the foundations for research-oriented and long-lasting enhancing the use of English language in academic life and partnerships. Each candidate will be asked to take an research. The teaching practices will be focused more on Online English Test to specify his/her current improving academic skills such as writing a research paper, level. After taking the test, candidates will citation, giving presentations and organizing a speech. be informed regarding program participa- Koç University support for outgoing scholars include: tion based on the suitability of attending the program. • a stipend of USD 4000 (for 8-week visits), Academic Writing Center sessions: • a round-trip economy class airfare. These classes will be focused on improving the ability to Outgoing participants are expected to make their own write in a more concise, organized, and compelling style housing arrangements. by analyzing existing literature and different materials. Participants will also have a chance to explore ways to apply peer review as a strategy for improving writing, learn Koç University support for incoming scholars who ways to structure their writing around effective hypotheses will be hosted by a Koç faculty include: and develop an understanding of what journals and other publishers expect from submitted articles. • a round-trip economy class airfare, • accommodation at faculty housing at no cost (subject to availability). Program Fee: KOLT sessions: The program fee is subject to change every Koç University’s Office of Learning and Teaching team year and it will include courses, classroom members will have meetings with participants to materials and accommodation for a shared improve the clarity and efficacy of their English-language room (with shared bathroom). instruction, to have hands-on experience with educational Faculty members interested in participating in this program to Note: Total fee does not include meals. technologies that are widely used currently and to experience visit another university or to host a visiting researcher should first “micro-teaching” sessions for observing their presentation discuss their possible visits with their deans and secure their Contact Info: and teaching skills in English. support, then they should apply via apply.ku.edu.tr. E-mail: [email protected]

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