Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University (BEUN) met prospective students in University Preference Fair prganized in Ankara as part of YKS preference period. In BEUN stand, which attracted great interest, visitors were informed about university’s academic strenght, international achievements, hands on training models, technology focused new programs and student friendly campus life.
Director of Career Planning Application and Research Center Assoc. Prof. Dr. Seda Tapdık Terzioğlu, Vice Directors ASst. Prof. Dr. Fethiye Sağkan, and Lecturer Tuba Nur Oğuz Özkan, and Ayşegül Tok from the Directorate of Library and Documentation.
Prospective students and their families visiting the university stand during these two days were informed about educational opportunities, academic programs, scholarships, international exchange programs, and career opportunities following graduation. BEUN representatives answered students’ questions and gave them information contributing to their future.
Strong Academic Background is Enriched with Professions of the Future
With a deep-rooted history dating back to 1924, one of the well-established universities in Türkiye, Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University continues to operate with its 30,000 students, nearly 123,000 graduates, 16 faculties, 9 vocational schools, 3 schools, 1 state conservatory, and 34 application and research centers.
Students were informed about the new programs meeting the needs of digital transformation as well as the current educational opportunities.
Programs such as Big-data Analytics, Game Development and Programming, and Back-end Software Development under the Information Technologies Vocational School attracted great interest from students. Also, Robotics and Artificial Intelligence Program at the Alaplı Vocational School was also introduced to young people with the goal of a career in the field of technology.
An Education Model Strengthened by Quality Certifications
At the fair, the university’s educational approach based on international quality standards was also introduced in detail.
BEUN’s 28 accredited programs and the Türkiye Qualifications Framework (TYÇ) logo included in 20 of its programs were highlighted among the significant advantages that provide graduates with recognition not only in Türkiye but also across Europe.
It was also shared with visitors that, through its 320 Erasmus+ agreements in 43 countries, the university provides students with opportunities for education and internship mobility.
A Technology-Producing University
One of the topics that attracted the most attention at the fair was BEUN’s achievements in the field of technology. The achievements of the Grizu-263 Space Team, which developed Türkiye’s first and only pocket satellite; the championship title in the TÜRKSAT Model Satellite Competition; two second-place and two fourth-place finishes worldwide in the NASA CanSat Competition; and the satellite project sent into space aboard a SpaceX rocket were presented to prospective students. The work of BEUN’s technology teams, which have achieved rankings in numerous national and international competitions, particularly TEKNOFEST, was also introduced.
Zonguldak TEKNOPARK, which ranked first in the Western Black Sea region in the Technology Development Zones Performance Index, was also among the highlights of the fair. With 44 companies operating within its structure, Zonguldak TEKNOPARK provides students with opportunities in R&D, entrepreneurship, and career development.
A Regional Leader in Health Education
BEUN’s strong educational infrastructure in the field of health was also presented to prospective students in detail at the university’s stand.
The Faculty of Medicine, accredited for the second time for a period of six years by TEPDAD, offers its graduates international recognition through its diploma bearing the TQF logo. Students also have the opportunity to receive hands-on clinical training at BEUN Hospital, one of the most important healthcare centers in the Western Black Sea region, throughout their education.
The BEUN Faculty of Dentistry and the Oral and Dental Health Application and Research Center, the region’s only institution providing tertiary oral and dental health services, were also introduced with their strong structure that brings theoretical education together with practice. The Faculty’s success in the Dental Specialty Examination (DUS) and its modern clinical infrastructure were among the highlights that attracted visitors’ attention.
High-fidelity patient simulators used in nursing education, modern laboratories, and practice centers were also presented as important opportunities offered to prospective students considering careers in the healthcare field.
Student-Friendly Campus Life Attracts Great Interest
Social and recreational opportunities were among the topics that attracted the greatest interest from prospective students at the fair.
BEUN’s campuses surrounded by nature, after being selected as Türkiye’s most environmentally friendly university by GreenMetric; its fourth-place ranking in Türkiye within the Sports-Friendly Campus Project; semi-Olympic swimming pool; modern sports facilities; more than 180 student clubs; BEUNFEST, which brings together thousands of students every year; modern libraries providing 24/7 service; and rich social opportunities were presented to visitors in detail.
Officials also emphasized that KYK dormitories located right next to the campuses, easy access to the city center, the opportunity to reach Istanbul from Zonguldak Airport in approximately 40 minutes, and convenient transportation connections to Ankara and Istanbul are important factors in students’ university preferences.
Rector Özölçer: “We Invite Young People to a University Where They Can Turn Their Dreams into Reality”
Evaluating the promotional program held in Ankara, BEUN Rector Prof. Dr. İsmail Hakkı Özölçer stated:
“Choosing a university is one of the most important turning points that will shape the lives of our young people. During this process, we consider it extremely valuable to meet directly with prospective students and introduce them to the opportunities offered by our university. We were pleased with the great interest shown by young people in Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University at the Preference Fair we held in Ankara.
With our strong academic background, accredited programs providing education at international standards, 20 departments with TYÇ logos, 320 Erasmus+ agreements in 43 countries, research and technology production capacity, strong applied education infrastructure in the field of health, environmentally friendly campuses, and student-centered educational approach, we educate young people not only as individuals with professions, but also as individuals who produce, conduct research, and contribute value to society.
At our university, our students do not receive their education only in classrooms. Our students studying on the health campus continue their education through hands-on training at our hospital, laboratories, technology teams, TEKNOPARK, and in all areas of social life. In this respect, Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University offers its students the opportunity to build a strong future beyond simply earning a degree.
I would like to thank all my colleagues who successfully represented our university in Ankara for their efforts and dedication. I invite all prospective students during the university preference period to join the Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University family, which prepares young people confidently for the future through quality education, a strong academic staff, an international vision, scientific production capacity, and student-friendly campus life.”
