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Istanbul Technical University

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A sunny day at Taşkışla Campus in Istanbul, Turkey, with a beautiful blue sky and clouds overhead.

Istanbul Technical University

Istanbul Technical University is a big school in Istanbul, Turkey. It is one of the oldest schools for learning about science and building things in the whole world! People can study many things there, like how to make machines, build cities, and learn about nature.

The university is very good at teaching about engineering. In 2025, it was ranked 79th in the world for engineering. That means it is the best school for engineering in Turkey! Students can choose from many different subjects, like electrical engineering, computer science, and even architecture.

Istanbul Technical University has six campuses, five in Istanbul and one in Famagusta. The main campus is in Maslak, and it has big buildings, a swimming pool, a stadium, and even a library with many books. Students can join many clubs and teams, like a basketball team and a football team. They also have a special place called ITU Stadium where famous singers like Metallica and Lady Gaga have performed concerts.

Many important people in Turkey studied at Istanbul Technical University. Some became leaders of the country, and others helped build big bridges and buildings. The school has been teaching students for over 250 years and continues to help Turkey grow and become better.

Images

A beautiful view of the ITU Maçka Campus (Maçka Armory) in Istanbul, featuring historic architecture under a clear blue sky.
The Cultural Center of Suleiman Demirel is a beautiful public building used for cultural events and activities.
A lecture hall at Istanbul Technical University, showing a typical classroom environment where students attend classes.
A cable car station in Istanbul, Turkey, with a beautiful view of the city and sky.
A view of the Maslak skyline in Istanbul, featuring tall modern buildings.
A tree-lined walkway at Istanbul Technical University, featuring a calm campus environment.
The Taşkışla Campus in Istanbul features classic architecture with stone stairs, columns, and ornate windows.
A serene pond at ITU, surrounded by natural scenery.
The Mustafa Inan Library, a quiet place to read and learn.
İTÜ Stadyumu – the stadium at Istanbul Technical University's Ayazağa Campus.
A peaceful pond at the ITU Maslak campus, surrounded by greenery.

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