Expansion of Hakkari University's Scientific Cooperation with Prestigious European Universities

Scientific Journey to the Heart of Europe: From Krakow to Rostock Hakkari University has taken significant practical steps in June 2026 as part of its internationalization strategy. According to official reports, a delegation led by Dr. Büşra Tuğçe Susam, the Erasmus+ Institutional Coordinator, visited several prominent scientific centers in Europe between May 13 and 24, 2026 [1]. This trip aimed to strengthen bilateral cooperation and create new opportunities for student and staff mobility.

During these visits, prestigious universities such as Jagiellonian University in Krakow, the University of Gdansk, and the universities of Rostock and Greifswald in Germany were targeted. These interactions demonstrate Hakkari University's serious determination to break out of geographical isolation and connect to the global knowledge network [3].

Diversity of Disciplines and New Opportunities for Students One of the major achievements of these visits is the expansion of cooperation across a wide range of academic disciplines. According to the agreements reached, students and faculty in fields such as English and German Language Teaching, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Business Administration, Economics, Political Science, Psychology, and Sports Science can benefit from Erasmus+ exchange scholarships [1].

These agreements not only increase the capacity for student admission to European universities but also allow Hakkari University faculty to participate in joint research projects with their European counterparts. This will directly impact the quality of scientific publications and the university's international ranking.

Digitalization and the "Erasmus Without Paper" System In line with modernizing administrative processes, Hakkari University announced that many of the new agreements were finalized through the "Erasmus Without Paper" (EWP) system [1]. This digital system is designed to reduce bureaucracy and facilitate the registration and credit transfer process for students. The use of this technology shows Hakkari University's compliance with modern European Union standards in managing educational programs.

Project Writing Training: Strengthening Research Culture in Hakkari Alongside international activities, Hakkari University is pursuing reinforcement programs domestically. On June 10, 2026, a comprehensive training course titled "Project Writing Training under the Support of the European Union and Erasmus+" was held at the Zeynel Bey Campus [2]. In this program, attended by faculty and students, modern methods for finding international partners, project budgeting, and application form writing techniques were taught.

Dr. Ali Avcı, Director of the Project Coordination Center, emphasized during this meeting that the goal of these courses is to increase the university's share of international research budgets and empower students to enter global labor markets [2]. These activities, alongside the European visits, present a new image of Hakkari University as a dynamic and growing scientific center.