Isparta University of Applied Sciences

Mission & Vision

Isparta University of Applied Sciences (IUAS) is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge, learning and understanding in the service of global society. Through strong partnerships and excellence in research and teaching, IUAS is recognised as one of the leading universities on interdisciplinary themes of global significance. IUAS provides an internationalised curriculum and student experience that creates global citizens connected to international networks and employable anywhere in the world.

Vision

To be a university that inspires and guides society by producing knowledge, technology and services of world-wide value.

Mission

To offer world-class education, conduct research, provide services and create solutions within an environment of social interaction that places the individual first.

The Four Axes of the IUAS Plan

Institutionalization

Becoming a participating institution with an academic tradition and institutional memory, grounded in productivity and efficiency and supported by a fully updated infrastructure.

Innovativeness

Producing and applying new knowledge, methods and systems across every field in which the university works.

Mobility, Cooperation and Recognisability

Becoming a recognised institution that offers exchange opportunities to students and academics at national and international level, runs projects at various scales and produces prestigious publications.

Social and Environmental Sustainability

Raising the quality of life and strengthening social and environmental awareness in the city and the region in which the university is located.

International Strategy

Five Strategic Priorities

The IUAS International Strategy sets out the university's vision for taking full advantage of the positive impact of thinking globally. It is designed for our students, our staff, our research and the world at large, and integrates seamlessly into the university's wider strategy and ethos.

1 Attract the best international minds to IUAS
2 Provide an internationalised curriculum and student experience
3 Invest in strategic partnerships with world-class institutions
4 Raise the IUAS profile as a leading figure in areas of global significance
5 Create an ethical and enabling environment for IUAS international activities

Key Objectives

  • To be a world-leading institution in research
  • To offer outstanding teaching and learning
  • To offer all our students an outstanding and valuable experience

Supporting Objectives

  • To be sufficiently large to be excellent, resilient and financially sustainable
  • To be organised in the most efficient and effective way
  • To work effectively with other organisations and stakeholders