Bayburt University (BAYÜ)

Bayburt University (BAYÜ) is a public university established by Law No. 5765, published in the Official Gazette No. 26892 on 31 May 2008. The institution conducts educational and research activities in the city of Bayburt, located in the Eastern Black Sea Region.

Bayburt University acquired legal personality through a law adopted by the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye in 2008. Prior to its establishment, Bayburt hosted the Bayburt Faculty of Education affiliated with Atatürk University and the Bayburt Vocational School of Higher Education affiliated with Karadeniz Technical University. These units were integrated under the rectorate of Bayburt University upon its founding and formed the academic foundation of the institution. Following its establishment, the academic structure was expanded with the opening of new faculties, vocational schools and research centers.

The university’s educational, instructional and administrative activities are carried out across campuses located in the city center and districts. The Dede Korkut Külliyesi and Bâberti Külliyesi, situated near the city center, serve as the main campuses. In addition, campuses housing vocational schools are also located in the districts of Aydıntepe and Demirözü.

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Educational and research activities at Bayburt University are conducted under the umbrella of institutes, faculties, vocational schools and units directly affiliated with the rectorate.

• Graduate School of Education

• Faculty of Education
• Faculty of Economic and Administrative Sciences
• Faculty of Theology
• Faculty of Human and Social Sciences
• Faculty of Engineering
• Faculty of Health Sciences
• Faculty of Art and Design
• Faculty of Sports Sciences
• Faculty of Applied Sciences

• School of Justice
• Aydıntepe Vocational School
• Demirözü Vocational School
• School of Health Services
• School of Social Sciences
• School of Technical Sciences

• Common Courses
• Pedagogical Formation

The university admits students based on results from the centralized examination conducted by the Student Selection and Placement Center (ÖSYM). Bayburt University offers education at the associate, bachelor’s and graduate (master’s and doctoral) levels. The institution hosts students from various provinces of Türkiye as well as from abroad.

Bayburt University offers undergraduate and associate degree programs through its faculties and vocational schools.

Undergraduate programs are conducted within the faculties.

The Faculty of Education offers programs in Science Teaching, Primary Mathematics Teaching, English Teaching, Preschool Teaching, Guidance and Psychological Counseling, Class Teaching, Social Studies Teaching and Turkish Language Teaching.

Health-related programs are offered by the Faculty of Health Sciences in the departments of Nutrition and Dietetics, Nursing and Health Administration.

The Faculty of Economic and Administrative Sciences includes programs in Economics, Business Administration, Political Science and Public Administration, and International Trade and Business.

Engineering and architecture programs are offered by the Faculty of Engineering in Civil Engineering, while the Faculty of Applied Sciences offers programs in Emergency Aid and Disaster Management, Customs Administration and Business Information Systems.

Programs within the Faculty of Human and Social Sciences include Sociology, History and Turkish Language and Literature.

Other undergraduate programs are offered by the Faculty of Theology in Theology and Theology (M.T.O.K.), the Faculty of Art and Design in New Media and Communication, and the Faculty of Sports Sciences in Sports Management.

Associate degree programs are delivered through various vocational schools with a focus on professional training. The School of Health Services offers programs in Anesthesiology, Child Development, Pharmacy Services, First Aid and Emergency Care, Opticianry, Health Institution Management, Medical Documentation and Secretarial Work, Medical Laboratory Techniques and Elderly Care.

The School of Technical Sciences offers programs in Alternative Energy Sources Technology, Computer Programming, Biomedical Device Technology, Digital Health Systems Technology, Electricity, Electrical Appliances Technology, Photography and Camerawork, Graphic Design, Occupational Health and Safety, Mechatronics, Private Security and Protection, and Health Information Systems Technology.

The School of Social Sciences offers programs in Culinary Arts, Banking and Insurance, Office Management and Executive Assistance, Criminal Justice and Security Services, Business Administration, Logistics, Court Office Services, Finance, Baking and Breadmaking, Postal Services, Social Security and Sports Management.

The Aydıntepe and Demirözü Vocational Schools located in the districts offer their own programs: Aydıntepe includes Child Development, Child Protection and Care Services, Food Technology, Cartography and Cadastre, and Construction Technology; Demirözü includes Horseback Riding and Coaching, Heavy Machinery Operation, Laboratory and Veterinary Health, Civil Aviation Operations and Civil Aviation Cabin Services.

In line with its internationalization strategy, Bayburt University participates in the Erasmus+ Exchange Program and bilateral cooperation agreements. These collaborations support student and staff mobility and foster academic interaction with universities in Europe and other regions.

Bayburt University has achieved various successes in the fields of academic projects, scientific publications and sporting activities.

According to the results of the TÜBİTAK 2209-A University Student Research Projects 2024-1st term, the university ranked 7th nationwide with 728 project applications and 23rd with 226 approved projects. The Faculty of Education (53 projects), Faculty of Health Sciences (34 projects) and Faculty of Theology (24 projects) were the leading units in terms of project approval rates.^【1】

In the academic awards category, during the 2025-2026 Academic Year Inauguration and Awards Ceremony, Associate Professor Dr. Ahmet Teber from the Department of Electricity and Energy was awarded the “Science Award”.^【2】

In previous years (2015-2016), Professor Dr. Nasrullah Hacımüftüoğlu received the “Social Responsibility and Service Award”, Professor Dr. Rabil Ayazoğlu received the “Scientist Award”, Assistant Professor Dr. Esmeray Alacadağlı received the “Institutional Performance Support Award”, and Assistant Professor Dr. İbrahim Karakaş received the “R&D Performance Support Award”. Additionally, Assistant Professor Dr. Erdem Cüce, Assistant Professor Dr. Murat Çolak and Lecturer Volkan Şenay were honored in the academic performance category.^【3】

In sports, university athlete Mustafa Kılıçkaya won second place at the Turkey Martyr Eren Bülbül Ranking 1st Stage Darts Tournament held in Ankara in September 2024. Kılıçkaya also qualified for the national team by passing the Electronic Darts National Team Selections and was selected to represent Türkiye at the upcoming championship in Slovakia.^【4】

Student housing needs in Bayburt are met through dormitories operated by the Credit and Hostels Institution (KYK), private dormitories and rental accommodations. On campus, the university provides libraries, sports facilities, dining halls and social areas for student use. Throughout the year, various cultural, artistic and sporting events are organized through student clubs.