1. Information on the institution

Cukurova has a website in English for international students and scholars, featuring:

• a general description of the university
• the academic calendar
• a comprehensive overview of admission procedures.
• academic authorities with information about the structure of the university and its governing bodies
• Cukurova University ECTS/DS Commission Directorate
• ECTS/DS Working Group Coordinators
• the most important examination regulations and teaching regulations.

2. Information on degree programmes

The system of academic degrees at Cukurova has recently undergone significant changes as a result of the Bologna reforms. After the reforms are completed there will be a two-fold programme structure:

• associate degree programmes
• bachelor's degree programmes
• master's degree programmes
• doctorate degree programmes

Most study programmes in English are at the master 's degree level.

For the convenience of international students, we provide English translations of the Turkish course descriptions.

When applicable, information about internships is listed at the appropriate place within the degree programme.

3. General information for students

The Office for International Students and Scholars forms the integral administrative body of the Cukurova's policy for all its international students. It is responsibile for the administration of applications for enrolment from international applicants for all university programmes. It also takes charge of the administration of study grants awarded within the framework of development co-operation and exchange agreements or research activities, and it administers the payments of these study grants. Finally, working in close co-ordination with other services within the university, this office is responsible for the reception of international students and guests. International students can find useful information in the brochures Studying in Cukurova and Travelling to Cukurova.

International cooperation has always played an important part in Cukurova's strategy and tradition. For more information about the international programmes in which the university participates, students can contact the International Relations Office. The International Relations Office is responsible for the administration concerning Erasmus and other exchange students.

Living in Adana is Cukurova's practical guide for international students.

The university also provides a number of student services:

• the social services office for international students, which can provide information about the cost of living
• the international housing office, which can advise you concerning all aspects of accommodation in Adana
• the student employment office
• the medical centre for students and the psychotherapeutic centre

Who’s who and where gives contact details of the most important administrative offices.

If you have further questions, please feel free to contact the ECTS institutional co-ordinator.