The aims of higher education:

1. will be loyal to Atatürk nationalism and to Atatürk’s reforms and principles,
2. will be in accord with the national, ethical, human, spiritual and cultural values of the Turkish Nation and conscious of the privilege of being a Turk,
3. will put the common good above their own personal interests and have full devotion to family, country and nation,
4. will be fully conscious of their duties and responsibilities towards their country and will act accordingly,
5. will be objective, broad-minded, and respectful of human rights,
6. will develop in a balanced way, physically, mentally, psychologically, morally, and emotionally,
7. will prove to be good citizens contributing to the country’s development and welfare and at the same time acquire the necessary knowledge and skills for their future vocations.

b) To enhance the welfare of the Turkish State as a whole, conducive to national and territorial indivisibility; to implement programs contributing to and accelerating the economic, social and cultural development of the country; and to ensure that students are constructive, creative and outstanding participants in contemporary civilization.

c) As higher educational institutions, to carry out studies and research of high academic level, to promote knowledge and technology, to disseminate scientific findings to assist progress and development at the national level, and, through cooperation with national and international institutions, to become recognized members of the academic world and contribute to universal, contemporary progress.