Anadolu University facts for kids
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Anadolu Üniversitesi (Turkish)
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| Latin: Universitas Anatolia | |
| Motto |
Yaşam boyu eğitim
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Motto in English
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Education for life |
| Type | Public |
| Established | 1958 |
| Rector | Fuat Erdal |
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Academic staff
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1,729 |
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Administrative staff
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1,776 |
| Undergraduates | 22,622 (Resident) |
| Postgraduates | 1,672 |
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Other students
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1,945,439 (Distance education) |
| Location | , |
| Colours | Burgundy - Blue |
| Affiliations | Caucasus University Association |
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Library building
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| QS Emerging Europe and Central Asia | 184 (2022) |
Anadolu University (which means Anadolu Üniversitesi in Turkish) is a big public university in Eskişehir, Turkey. It's famous for subjects like history and communication. Many people think its Communication Sciences department is the best in Turkey! The main campus is called Yunus Emre Campus.
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History of Anadolu University
Anadolu University started from the Eskişehir Academy of Economics and Commercial Sciences. This academy was first set up in 1958.
In 1982, Anadolu University was officially created. It brought together four different schools in Eskişehir. These included the original Academy of Economics, an architecture and engineering school, an education institute, and a medical school. Since the Academy of Economics started in 1958, Anadolu University uses that year as its founding date.
What is the Campus Like?
Most of Anadolu University's main buildings are on the Yunusemre Campus. This campus is right in the middle of Eskişehir.
At Yunusemre Campus, you'll find student dorms and the university hospital. Most of the offices where the university is managed are also here.
The university also has 88 smaller offices in cities across Turkey. These help students who are learning from a distance. Many of these offices offer extra classes and advice.
How Does Distance Learning Work?
Since 1982, Anadolu University has been a leader in distance education in Turkey. This means students can learn from home, often using online materials.
The university's main goal is to help people who live in rural areas. It also helps those who don't have time or money for regular classes. This program has been very successful.
In 1982, fewer than 30,000 students were in these programs. By 2005, over 870,000 students were enrolled! Now, Turkish people in Northern Cyprus and the European Union can also join.
You can get a 4-year Bachelor's degree in Economics or Business Administration. There are also nineteen 2-year associate degrees in many different subjects.
The university also trains preschool and English language teachers. They do this through distance learning. However, English teacher students must also attend two years of in-person classes.
Courses are taught in many ways. This includes TV and radio shows, video calls, and the internet. Students can also get help or attend optional evening classes at the university's local offices.
What Can You Study?
University Departments
Anadolu University has many different departments, called faculties. Here are some of them:
- Distance Education
- Pharmacy (studying medicines)
- Humanities (like literature and philosophy)
- Education (for becoming a teacher)
- Science (like biology, chemistry, physics)
- Fine Arts (like painting and sculpture)
- Law
- Economics and Business Administration
- Communication Sciences (like journalism and media)
- Engineering
- Design and Architecture
- Aeronautics and Astronautics (studying flight and space)
Other Schools
The university also has special schools:
- School of Physical Education and Sports
- School of Music and Drama
- School of Foreign Languages
- State Conservatory (for music and performing arts)
University Connections
Anadolu University is part of the European Universities Association. This means it connects with many other universities in Europe.
Famous People Who Studied Here
Many successful people have studied at Anadolu University. Here are a few:
- Yılmaz Büyükerşen - The mayor of Eskişehir, and a former head of the university.
- Fethi Heper - A famous football player.
- Pelin Karahan - An actress.
- Ayşe Hatun Önal - A model, actress, and singer.
- Beyazıt Öztürk - A TV personality, comedian, and actor.
- Levent Üzümcü - An actor.
- Nurgül Yeşilçay - An actress.
- Sara Kaya - A politician and former mayor.
See also
In Spanish: Universidad de Anatolia para niños
