At the historic embassy building in London, Turkey's Ambassador to London, Osman Koray Ertaş, extended a warm welcome to The Rector of Atatürk University, Prof. Dr. Ahmet Hacımüftüoğlu. The potential for collaboration between the two institutions and the international objectives of Atatürk University were the subjects of discussion during the meeting, which was conducted in a cordial and convivial environment.

The Agenda for International Education Cooperation

The academic cooperation that can be established between Atatürk University and UK universities was one of the significant topics of the meeting. Prof. Dr. Ahmet Hacımüftüoğlu, the Rector of Atatürk University, elucidated the university's internationalisation strategy and asserted that collaborations with British universities would fortify the academic bonds between the two nations. The well-established institutions of the United Kingdom offer Turkish students a variety of opportunities, and Ambassador Ertaş emphasised that they are prepared to offer any assistance necessary to fortify these connections.

A New Horizon for Graduate Students

The issue of graduate students that Atatürk University intends to send abroad was also addressed during the meeting. According to Prof. Dr. Hacımüftüoğlu, the university has established a variety of programs to enable its students to pursue additional education abroad, in accordance with its objective of cultivating globally competitive individuals. The academic opportunities in the UK present a significant opportunity for Turkish students, according to Ambassador Ertaş, who have pledged their support in this regard.
The meeting concluded with the hope that the collaboration between the two institutions will continue to flourish.
CORPORATE COMMUNICATION DIRECTORATE - December 8, 2024

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