Sakarya University places great importance on international collaborations in line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The university conducts joint projects with various international universities, research centers, and civil society organizations to achieve sustainable development goals globally. These collaborations accelerate the transfer of knowledge and technology, enabling the development of innovative solutions in environmental, economic, and social sustainability. By organizing international conferences, seminars, and workshops, Sakarya University contributes to strengthening global sustainability networks and provides its students with a worldwide perspective. These efforts reinforce the university’s leadership in sustainable development while also contributing to Turkey’s stronger position on the international stage.
Academic Cooperation Agreement between Sakarya University and Somali Mogadishu University
In line with its internationalization vision, Sakarya University has signed a new academic cooperation agreement. Within this scope, following the meetings held with the delegation from Somali Mogadishu University, which visited our university, an agreement was reached to establish academic and institutional cooperation between the two universities. This collaboration contributes to knowledge sharing in higher education, cultural interaction, and the strengthening of international academic networks.

Sakarya University Participated in the 3rd Türkiye–Uzbekistan Education Forum
Sakarya University Rector Prof. Dr. Hamza Al attended the 3rd Türkiye–Uzbekistan Education Forum, organized to strengthen higher education cooperation between Türkiye and Uzbekistan. Hosted by Istanbul Technical University (ITU) and held on 27–28 September 2024, the forum served as an important platform for developing academic exchange, joint research projects, and institutional cooperation in higher education between the two countries.

Sakarya University’s Science4Future Project Received Support from Horizon Europe
Within the scope of the Horizon Europe Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions, the project titled “Science4Future – Science for Stronger Societies”, prepared under the coordination of Sakarya University, has been awarded grant support. This achievement enhances Sakarya University’s presence in international research networks and contributes to scientific collaboration and the achievement of sustainable social development goals.



Sakarya University Expands Its Academic Cooperation Network in South Asia
A bilateral academic cooperation protocol was signed between Sakarya University Rector, Prof. Dr. Hamza Al, and NUML University Rector, Maj. General Shahid Mahmood. This agreement aims to develop academic exchange, joint research projects, and cultural collaborations between the two universities, contributing to the strengthening of international higher education networks.

SAU Researchers to Examine Pandemic-Related Deaths in Europe Using Geographic Information Systems
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mehmet Fatih Döker and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Cem Kırlangıçoğlu, along with faculty members from Sakarya University, is conducting scientific research at Radboud University in the Netherlands within the scope of a COST (European Cooperation in Science and Technology) Project. This international research collaboration enhances Sakarya University’s visibility in global scientific networks and promotes interdisciplinary knowledge sharing.


Academic Cooperation Agreement between Sakarya University and the University of Indonesia
An academic cooperation protocol was signed between Sakarya University and the University of Indonesia. This protocol aims to promote student and academic staff exchange, joint research projects, and collaboration in scientific events between the two universities. The agreement contributes to the strengthening of international academic networks and the development of sustainable collaborations based on knowledge sharing.
