Piri Reis Üniversitesi

Pîrî Reis University strives to be a leading institution that contributes to the development of national and international projects and applies modern educational programs, with a focus on training young people equipped with professional, communicative, creative and leadership skills and a sense of social responsibility, prepared rigorously to work around the world. Alongside training sailors, engineers, managers and specialists in the maritime transport industry, the university aims to research the history of Turkish navigation and pass on this knowledge to future generations. It is also committed to supporting the Turkish maritime industry, developing the workforce it needs, and building partnerships with global shipping and navigation companies.

Pîrî Reis University stands out as Türkiye's first and most important specialized maritime university, making it a unique destination for students seeking careers in maritime transport and the global shipping industry. Located in Tuzla near the Port of Istanbul and the shipyards, it gives students direct field training. The university owns training vessels, maritime simulators and shipbuilding workshops considered among the most advanced educational facilities in the maritime sector in the region. With English as its main language of instruction, it is well suited for international students. Graduation programs feature high employment rates at international shipping and navigation companies and rare specializations not available at most other universities. The university maintains partnerships with international maritime associations and IAMU membership, in addition to scholarships, exchange programs through Erasmus and a fully equipped international relations office.