Sabancı University
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Sabancı Üniversitesi
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| Type | Private |
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| Established | 1994[1] |
| President | Nihat Berker |
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| Campus | Urban |
| Website | http://www.sabanciuniv.edu/ |
Script error: No such module "Check for clobbered parameters". Sabancı University (Turkish: Sabancı Üniversitesi), established in 1994, is a young foundation university with state-of-the-art instructional and research facilities located on a 1.26 million square metercampus about 40 km from Istanbul's city center. The university aspires to develop internationally competent and confident individuals, capable of critical and independent thought, who embody a strong sense of social responsibility. This mission is reflected throughout the entire university; its multidisciplinary academic programs, advanced technology systems and facilities, research and development projects in industry clearly demonstrate this approach. Students at Sabancı University design their own undergraduate programs by selecting courses from a wide range of subject areas and with the support of the university counseling system. Its first students matriculated in 1999. The first academic session started on October 20, 1999.[1]
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History
Under the guidance of one of Turkey's leading family foundations, Sabancı Vakfı (Sabancı Foundation), the Sabancı Group established Sabancı University in July 1994. More than 50 academics from 22 countries, students, and private sector leaders participated in the Search Conference in August 1995. This conference was followed by university development committees, which worked under the direction of a Student Trend and Preference Survey and other academic program design activities. The groundbreaking ceremony for the Sabancı University campus took place on July 31, 1997. The university began its first academic year on October 20, 1999. Sabancı University holds a Search Conference every ten years in order to evaluate its success in adhering to its vision and carrying out the university's mission, ensuring that the institution is effectively adapting to the ever-changing world.
Studying at Sabancı University
Sabancı University focuses not only on the academic performance of its students but also on their ongoing personal and intellectual development. The University’s undergraduate and graduate programs differ from those of other universities both in approach and academic design. A multidisciplinary approach to education lies at the heart of Sabancı University. This reflects the institution’s firm belief that a blend of academic disciplines fosters the most effective and creative generation of ideas. Undergraduates choose their majors following the foundation development year, which enables them to make informed career decisions. The extensive scope of the first and second-year multidisciplinary undergraduate program also better equips students to face the diverse challenges of today’s fast-changing world. Sabancı University has moved away from the traditional academic department organization, opting instead for an approach that fosters interaction and collaboration between different faculties. This philosophy is embodied in the structure of the courses, which encourages a crossdisciplinary approach to research and study, breaking down barriers between arts, social sciences, engineering and natural sciences while providing a range of perspectives and broader understanding. Another significant shift in academic design at Sabancı University is from performance-based academic assessment to a more plural approach that evaluates the intellectual development of the individual. This emphasis upon process over product is reflected in the support provided by the University’s Center for Individual and Academic Development (CIAD). The Center’s six support units offer a variety of programs to facilitate students’ smooth transition to university life and beyond.
Foundations Development Year
Sabancı University’s exemplary Foundations Development Program consists of two key educational stages: the Foundations Development Year and University Courses. All student admits are required to take an English Language Assessment Exam (ELAE). Students deemed to require additional assistance enroll in the Foundations Development Year, which consists exclusively of English and Turkish language courses. The language coursework and the related exams are administered by the University’s School of Languages. Students who pass the ELAE matriculate as freshmen. Subsequently, every Sabancı University student is required to take the University Courses – the core curriculum of the undergraduate program.
Foundations Development Year: Students who do not meet the University’s English language proficiency standards enroll in the Foundations Development Year (FDY). Depending on their ELAE score, these students are placed in one of three levels of language instruction: Basic, Intermediate, or Upper Intermediate. The University uses an instructional methodology that is course requirement- and content-based. As a result, FDY students emerge from the program with sufficient language proficiency as well as academic skills. Student success is judged not from examination results but overall performance in the program so they can seamlessly move on to the University Courses with their freshman classmates.
University Courses: University Courses is Sabancı University’s core curriculum for undergraduates. Designed with a multidisciplinary approach, University Courses establishes links between the natural and social sciences as well as among other disciplines. In brief, University Courses aim to:
• Provide students with in-depth and innovative perspectives of the world, their country, their society, and themselves;
• Equip students not only with fundamental knowledge but also with tools of independent and critical thinking;
• Facilitate informed and mature decision-making for the choice of a major and career field.
During freshman year, students take courses that focus on Humanity and Society; Principles of Atatürk and History of Turkish Revolution; Turkish Language and Literature; Science of Nature; Mathematical Functions: Discrete and Continuous; and Freshman English. In the second year, students take “Major Works” courses that focus on various significant literary and artistic works. Law and Ethics, taken in either the third or fourth year, examines the complementary concepts of law and ethics in relation to everyday moral dilemmas and choices. With this multidisciplinary educational training, Sabancı University students emerge well-prepared to continue their education at the graduate level or start careers in any number of fields.
Center for Individual and Academic Development
The Center for Individual and Academic Development was established to assist and encourage Sabancı University students to effectively and confidently adjust to new responsibilities in their university life, as well as to foster continued personal and academic growth. CIAD consists of the following support units: Academic Communication Services, Academic Success Monitoring and Counseling Program, Academic Support Program, Accessible University Program, Course Evaluation, Psychotherapy and Psychological Services, Student Advisory System, Civic Involvement Projects.
Faculties and Schools
- Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences
- Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
- School of Management
- School of Languages
Rankings
In fall 2014, Sabancı University entered the prestigious Times Higher Education (THE) rankings in the 182nd[2] position – the Turkish university with the highest rank upon initial entry to the list. Moreover, it was the only foundation university in Turkey to be included in the rankings. In Spring 2016, Sabancı University ranked 10th worldwide in THE’s list of small universities,[3] those institutions with fewer than 5,000 students but that teach and research across more than four disciplines. Sabancı University also placed among the top 500 universities[4] globally in the QS World University Rankings. In addition, the University was named the most innovative and entrepreneurial university in 2012 and 2016, and the most innovative foundation university in 2013 and 2014, in the Ministry of Science, Industry and Technology’s University Entrepreneurship and Innovation Index.[5]
Sabancı University's ranking charts;
| Year | In The World[6] | Under 50[7] | In Asia[8] | Small Universities |
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| 2016 | 351-400[9] | 52 | - | 10[10] |
| 2015 | 182[11] | 13[12] | 21[13] | - |
| 2014 | - | - | - | - |
| Year | World University | EECA |
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| 2015/2016 | 441-450[14] | 14[15] |
| 2014/2015 | 471-480[16] | - |
| 2013/2014 | 501-550[17] | - |
Research at Sabancı University
Research and innovation at Sabancı University is an multidisciplinary effort extending across all branches of science, technology, social sciences and the arts. Various centers and institutions at the University are engaged in research and innovation.
Since 2001, the Research and Graduate Policy Directorate (RGP) has been in charge of research and innovation management efforts at the University. RGP is a unique and innovative model that sets an example for other universities in Turkey. It supports the development of strategic objectives in research and the implementation of policies to encourage the conversion of scientific and technological developments into social and economic benefit, and the advancement of research activities and innovative ventures.
RGP is engaged in developing and managing research projects; conducting long-term collaborative research efforts with the private sector; fostering entrepreneurship; facilitating technology transfer and intellectual property management; and executing an institutional approach to research management. RGP employs an integrated and centralized mechanism to help set strategic objectives and implement policies developed.
RGP’s organizational scope is extensive. It includes the Research Process Planning and Policy Development Office; Research Project Development Office; University-Industry Partnership and European Enterprise Network Istanbul; Research Project Management Office; Intellectual Property, Licensing and Contracts Office; Pre-Incubation and Accelerator Services Center; and Inovent A.Ş., the University’s incubation center that delivers a wide range of solutions to researchers and research processes, from concept to commercialization. RGP aims to make the research and innovation development process at Sabancı University robust and sustainable.
Research and innovation management at Sabancı University is further supported by internal and external stakeholders through the Research Committee, University Research Council, Sabancı University Entrepreneurship Council, Research Ethics Council and the Intellectual Property Commission.
Sabancı University opted for institutional execution of the research and innovation management function to maximize effectiveness and efficiency. The many advantages of this approach include conducting strategic planning and policy development for research; enabling faculty members to focus on their research subjects; receiving public and private funding from appropriate sources; monitoring and ensuring accountability in research-focused cooperation and project implementation processes based on targeted performance output. It also serves to improve research processes and the conversion of research outputs to commercial value via cooperation efforts, new ventures, investment in new knowledge, and national and international knowledge transfer opportunities. RGP has established an integrated system for the commercialization of new knowledge and technologies at Sabancı University. The integration among internal and external stakeholders, outputs and support mechanisms is designed to meet the requirements of a researchoriented university. By developing and managing research projects, conducting long-term collaborative research efforts with the private sector, promoting entrepreneurship, and facilitating technology transfer and intellectual property management, RGP ensures the systematic management of research processes across the University.
Research Centers
Nanotechnology Research and Application Center (SUNUM)
The Sabancı University Nanotechnology Research and Application Center was founded with an initial investment of EUR 25 million provided by the State Planning Organization and Sabancı Foundation. Starting up operations in July 2011, the Center provided a significant boost to existing research facilities of the Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences. The Center’s contributing team includes 40 faculty members, about 40 post-doctoral researchers, and hundreds of PhD students. Carrying out multidisciplinary advanced research efforts, the Center brings together researchers with expertise in advanced materials, basic sciences, and nanoengineering to develop applications for the electronics, photonics, healthcare, construction, environmental, agricultural and packaging industries. With this collaborative research environment, the Center aims to accelerate development of innovative technologies and advanced products to meet the needs of local and global technology leaders. The Center actively pursues collaboration with industry, other universities and research institutions to advance knowledge in this burgeoning field. In addition, the Center gives budding research scientists an opportunity to hone those skills sought in key advanced technology areas relevant to Turkey’s strategic interests and future.
Istanbul Policy Center
Istanbul Policy Center (IPC) is a global policy research institution that specializes in key social and political issues ranging from democratization to climate change, transatlantic relations to conflict resolution and mediation. IPC organizes and conducts its research under three main clusters:
• The Istanbul Policy Center - Sabancı University - Stiftung Mercator Initiative;
• Democratization and Institutional Reform;
• Conflict Resolution and Mediation.
For over a decade, IPC has provided decision makers, opinion leaders, and other major stakeholders with objective analyses and innovative policy recommendations in its areas of expertise. As an essential part of Sabancı University, IPC also strives to foster academic research. The Center extends intellectual and substantial support to young academics and policy researchers through its various programs.
Istanbul International Center for Energy and Climate (IICEC)
Istanbul International Center for Energy and Climate (IICEC) is a future-oriented independent research and policy center that conducts objective, high-quality economic and policy studies related to energy and the climate. IICEC’s efforts help develop solutions toward a sustainable energy future for the region and the world. IICEC works with governments, industry partners, international organizations, thinktanks and other research bodies while establishing a network of cooperation with other universities regionally and worldwide. The Center aims to inform policy makers, industry, academics and opinion leaders on key energy challenges and provide them with objective, reliable analysis. IICEC fosters the exchange and development of ideas by providing a distinguished platform gathering key stakeholders involved in energy and climate related fields.
In Popular Culture
Pakistani novelist Nimra Ahmed's novel "Jannat K Patte" (Leaves of Heaven) is based on Erasmus Programme, where the protagonist Haya went to Sabancı University through Erasmus Mundus, which marked the turning point in her life.[18]
Conference halls
Notes and references
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