Faculties and programs
Ankara University of Music and Fine Arts
(Ankara Müzik ve Güzel Sanatlar Üniversites)
Ratings
Ankara University of Music and Fine Arts (Ankara Müzik ve Güzel Sanatlar Üniversitesi, MGÜ) is a public university founded on July 1, 2017 in Ankara. It is the first higher education institution in Turkey that is fully specialized in music and fine arts.
The university is located in the Çankaya district and offers modern teaching facilities: concert halls, studios, a library and dormitories. Education takes place in four faculties, an institute and a vocational school. In the 2021–2022 academic year, MGÜ had 575 students and 96 teaching staff.
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World ranking: 17 136th place - a young specialized university, actively developing in its field.
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National Ranking (Türkiye): 198th among Turkish universities.
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Erasmus+: Participates in the programme, provides opportunities for study and internships abroad.
The university offers training in the following areas:
Faculties:
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Faculty of Music Sciences and Technology
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Faculty of Performing Arts
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Faculty of Music and Art Education
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Faculty of Art and Design
Institute:
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Institute of Music and Fine Arts
Professional school:
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Professional School of Music and Fine Arts
The programs cover a variety of fields including classical music, traditional Turkish music, jazz, pop music, painting, sculpture, graphic design, film and television.
International relations
MGÜ actively participates in international exchange programs, including Erasmus+. The university accepts international students and offers programs in English. YÖS or SAT exams are not required for admission, but they may be an advantage. There is also the opportunity to study Turkish at TÖMER centers.
The University has several research and applied centres, including:
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Center for Research and Application of Traditions
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Center for Visual Arts and Inclusive Musical Practice
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Career Development Center
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Distance Learning Center
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Center for Music and Performing Arts
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Center for Continuous Education
Campus and infrastructure
The campus of the university is located in Oran, Çankaya, Ankara and covers a total area of 54,462 m², including a closed area of 23,600 m². The campus includes:
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Guest house area 16,741 m²
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two dining rooms
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four-story library
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cafeteria
The university also has modern concert halls, rehearsal rooms, art studios and exhibition spaces.
Student life
MGÜ offers a rich student life with participation in concerts, exhibitions and other cultural events. The university organizes various events, giving students the opportunity to showcase their talents and skills. Student dormitories and canteens are also available.