The UK-Türkiye Internationalisation in Higher Education Forum, co-organised by the British Council and Middle East Technical University (METU), took place on 4 March 2025 in Ankara, bringing together more than 140 university leaders, academics, policymakers, and experts from both countries.
We have hosted representatives from 15 different universities from the UK, and 20 universities from Türkiye.
This pivotal forum focused on fostering deeper international collaboration in higher education, with discussions covering joint training programmes, dual degree models, academic mobility, and certification processes. Participants explored best practices, exchanged insights, and identified opportunities for sustainable academic partnerships between Türkiye and the UK.
Key Highlights of the Forum:
- Panel discussions: Covered topics such as university leadership perspectives on internationalisation, successful UK-Türkiye collaborations, and models for joint degrees and certification.
- Networking opportunities: Facilitated new connections and discussions on future collaborations.