ATILIM UNIVERSITY - Department of Architecture

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Emel AKIN

Thank you for your interest in our Graduate Programs conducted under the Department of Architecture at Atılım University.

Our Ph.D. Program in Architecture, launched in 2012, is the first architecture doctoral program established among foundation universities in Ankara. In addition to master's degree graduates, undergraduate degree holders are also accepted into our doctoral program within the scope of the integrated Ph.D. track. Our program is open to the discipline of architecture as well as other disciplines deemed appropriate by the Academic Board of the Department (such as urban design, city and regional planning, industrial design, landscape design, interior architecture, art history, etc.). The medium of instruction is Turkish. For admission criteria (GPA, ALES, and language scores), you can visit the website of the Graduate School of Natural and Applied Sciences.

Our Master's Program, launched in 2018, is open to the discipline of architecture and other disciplines deemed appropriate by the Academic Board of the Department (such as urban design, city and regional planning, industrial design, landscape design, interior architecture, art history, etc.). Our graduate education offers a dynamic ecosystem for researchers who wish to deepen their professional foundations acquired at the undergraduate level, specialize in their fields, and open new doors for an academic career. The medium of instruction is 30% English. For admission criteria (GPA, ALES, and language scores), you can visit the website of the Graduate School of Natural and Applied Sciences.

Our graduate programs focus on three main areas:

Digital, technological, and innovative research/studies including game design, big data, video mapping, kinetic architecture, mapping, space architecture, etc.
Housing and urban research/studies based on urban morphology, social structure, and political economy.
Sustainability, energy, and acoustics research/studies.

The research and theses produced in our program are carried out through a strong mentorship process aimed at converting these studies into publications in national/international indexed journals and securing support from TÜBİTAK research funds. Conducted by our qualified faculty in a dynamic academic environment, the main objective of our graduate programs is to contribute to the upbringing of future researchers through interdisciplinary studies, original research focusing on the present and the future, and scientific knowledge sharing. Furthermore, we aim to provide theoretical, conceptual, and empirical contributions to the academic literature and to enhance our visibility in both national and international arenas.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Emel Akın
Head of the Department of Architecture

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9th International and 20th National Nursing Congress to Be Held at Atılım University

Nursing
Faculty of Health Sciences, Atılım University
14-16 May 2026, 13:11 - 13:11

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Aarthi Vadde's Speech Titled "Can AI Be Creative?"

Atilim University
Lamia Ergenekon Conference Hall
04 May 2026, 14:00 - 16:00

"BreakIng Into Research as a Student" Seminar

“Breaking Into Research as a Student” Join medical student and researcher Yusuf Jamil as he shares practical insights on how to get involved in research during your studies, navigate innovation, and benefit from internal support programs.

Directorate of ARGEDA Technology Transfer Office
Cengiz Yenerim Hall (Blue Hall) - Faculty of Business
30 April 2026, 14:30 - 15:30

The Dream Journey of an Orthodontist

The event titled “The Dream Journey of an Orthodontist”, featuring Dr. Yalçın Ergir as the speaker, will be held.

Nutrition and Dietetics
School of Health Sciences Conference Hall
25 April 2026, 15:42 - 15:42

International Cooking Contest!

Showcase the unique flavors of your culture at our International Cooking Contest!

Nutrition and Dietetics
Principles of Nutrition Lab
21 April 2026, 13:22 - 13:22

The Iran War and China: Economic Interests, Geopolitical Balances

The event titled "The Iran War and China: Economic Interests, Geopolitical Balances," featuring Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nilgün ELİKÜÇÜK YILDIRIM, organized by the International Relations Department was held on April 20. We thank Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nilgün ELİKÜÇÜK YILDIRIM for her contributions to our event.

International Relations
Lamia Ergenekon Conference Hall
19-20 April 2026, 13:30 - 14:30