Bahçeşehir Cyprus University – BAU Cyprus
Bahçeşehir Cyprus University (BAU Cyprus) is a modern and growing institution in Northern Cyprus (Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus). Established in 2017, it is part of the renowned global BAU Global Network, which includes educational institutions in Turkey (Istanbul), Germany (Berlin), and the United States (Washington, D.C.).
1. Location and Geography
City: Located in the capital city, Nicosia (Lefkoşa).
Campus Site: The main campus is situated in the Alayköy area, strategically positioned along major highways connecting the capital to other cities, such as Güzelyurt.
Campus Environment: A modern campus designed to high technical standards, offering a peaceful academic environment close to public services, government institutions, and recreational facilities.
2. Significance and Key Advantages for International Students
BAU Bahçeşehir Cyprus attracts a high proportion of international students (exceeding 90% of the total student body) due to several key factors:
International Recognition & Accreditation: Accredited by the Council of Higher Education in Turkey (YÖK) and the Higher Education Planning, Evaluation, Accreditation and Coordination Council of Northern Cyprus (YÖDAK). Its degrees are widely recognized across Arab countries, the Middle East, and Europe.
BAU Global Network & Student Exchange: Offers students opportunities to study or complete exchange semesters at other network campuses, such as BAU Istanbul or BAU Berlin.
100% English-Medium Instruction: Most academic programs are taught entirely in English, supported by an English Preparatory School to prepare students prior to starting their degree programs.
Affordable Tuition & Scholarships: Offers competitive tuition fees compared to European universities, along with partial scholarship opportunities and discounts for international students.
3. Academic Programs and Available Majors
University Bahçeşehir offers a wide range of degree programs across undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral levels:
Undergraduate Programs (Bachelor’s Degrees)
Faculty of Engineering & Architecture:
Computer Engineering
Software Engineering
Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Civil Engineering
Industrial Engineering
Architecture
Faculty of Economics, Administrative & Social Sciences:
Business Administration
Political Science & International Relations
Psychology
Management Information Systems (MIS)
Banking & Finance
Economics
Social Work
Faculty of Pharmacy & Health Sciences:
Pharmacy (PharmD) – 5-year program (includes dual-degree opportunities in partnership with the Istanbul campus)
Nursing
Faculty of Tourism & Culinary Arts:
Tourism & Hotel Management
Culinary Arts & Gastronomy
Faculty of Law & Faculty of Educational Sciences:
Law / International Law
English Language Teaching (ELT)
Graduate Programs (Master’s Degrees)
Programs are offered with both thesis and non-thesis options:
Business Administration (MBA)
Political Science & International Relations
MSc in Computer Engineering
Master of Architecture
International & Comparative Law
Blockchain Technologies
Healthcare Management
Public Administration
English Language Teaching (ELT)
Doctoral Programs (PhD)
Advanced PhD degrees offered directly or through network affiliations:
PhD in Business Administration
PhD in Political Science & International Relations
PhD in Computer Engineering
PhD in Architecture & Design
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