During its extensive and legendary history, Istanbul has hosted a multitude of civilizations and cultures. Its unique transcontinental location makes this historical city a center of strategic importance, and also provides it with beautiful landscapes and stunning views. In this city, where Asia meets Europe, everything has a rich history behind it. This history, which is collected from a wide array of cultures and combined with its modern spirit, makes Istanbul a perfect place to study, work, and live. BAU aims to capture this eclectic, contemporary atmosphere in its goals and actions. As a young university in an old city, BAU recognizes the responsibility to sustain a peaceful relationship between different cultures and to celebrate diversity.
Istanbul is a city, which spans two continents, Asia and Europe, and is one of the most unique cities where East meets West. The main campus, situated on the shores of the Bosphorus Strait, has a stunning view of the Asian side, the ole town, and the impressive Bosphorus Bridge.