Bursa Technical University (BTÜ)

Bursa Technical University (BTÜ) is a public university located in the city of Bursa in Türkiye, specializing particularly in technical fields. It was established to meet the needs of Bursa, one of Türkiye’s leading industrial and technological cities, to develop qualified human resources, and to contribute to the country’s development through scientific research. BTÜ adopts an educational approach that aims to provide students not only with theoretical knowledge but also with practical experience.

Bursa Technical University was established by Law No. 6005, published in the Official Gazette No. 27647 on 21 July 2010. Its founding purpose was to train engineers, architects and technical personnel needed by Bursa—a leading city in industry and technology in Türkiye—and to conduct scientific research. The university began its educational activities in the 2011–2012 academic year by admitting its first students. It rapidly expanded, increasing the number of faculties and departments and establishing research laboratories and application centers.

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Bursa Technical University conducts its educational activities through various faculties and institutes. The university’s campuses are the Mimar Sinan Campus and the Yıldırım Bayezid Campus.

Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences

• Department of Computer Engineering
• Department of Biomedical Engineering
• Department of Environmental Engineering
• Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering
• Department of Industrial Engineering
• Department of Physics
• Department of Food Engineering
• Department of Aerospace Engineering
• Department of Civil Engineering
• Department of Chemistry
• Department of Chemical Engineering
• Department of Mechanical Engineering
• Department of Mathematics
• Department of Mechatronics Engineering
• Department of Metallurgy and Materials Engineering
• Department of Polymer Materials Engineering
• Department of Data Science and Analytics
• Department of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

Faculty of Forestry

• Department of Forest Industry Engineering
• Department of Forestry Engineering

Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

• Department of English Translation and Interpreting
• Department of Business Administration
• Department of Psychology
• Department of Sociology
• Department of International Relations
• Department of International Trade and Logistics

Faculty of Architecture and Design

• Department of Interior Architecture
• Department of Architecture
• Department of Landscape Architecture
• Department of Urban and Regional Planning

Faculty of Maritime Studies

• Department of Maritime Business Management
• Department of Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering

Faculty of Communication

• Department of New Media and Communication

Graduate School of Education: The institute offers master’s and doctoral programs in various fields of engineering, science, social sciences and natural sciences. Its departments operate in coordination with the university’s faculties.

Since its establishment, Bursa Technical University has placed great emphasis on scientific research, regional development and industry-university collaboration.

• Industry Collaboration: By integrating with Bursa’s strong industrial infrastructure, the university provides students with internship and project-based work opportunities. It develops projects addressing the R&D needs of industry.
• Research and Development: Research is conducted across various scientific and technological fields through laboratories and research centers within the university. Engineering-related research, in particular, has attracted attention on national and international platforms.
• Social Responsibility Projects: The university aims to contribute to society through various social responsibility initiatives. Students and academics actively participate in areas such as environmental awareness, education and culture.
• International Collaboration: Through exchange programs such as Erasmus+, the university provides students and academics with international experience. It collaborates with universities worldwide to develop joint projects.

Bursa Technical University has quickly become a major center of science and education for Bursa and its surrounding region.

• Qualified Graduates: By training engineers, architects and technical personnel who meet the demands of industry and the labor market, the university makes a significant contribution to employment. Graduates, equipped with comprehensive education, are able to enter the workforce rapidly.
• Scientific Output: Through scientific publications, projects and patents, the university contributes to Türkiye’s scientific and technological advancement. It stands out particularly in research within engineering and natural sciences.
• Regional Development: Thanks to strong ties with industrial establishments in Bursa and its vicinity, the university supports regional development. Through R&D projects, it aims to enhance the competitiveness of local industry.