Lokman Hekim University for International Students

Why Lokman Hekim University?

Lokman Hekim University is located in the heart of Ankara, offering students a variety of academic programs and modern educational facilities. The university has a wide academic range with Faculties of Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Health Sciences and Sports Sciences. Students have the opportunity to receive hands-on training at the university hospital and collaborate with professors who are experts in their field.

Lokman Hekim University provides its students with a supportive community and an inclusive learning environment. The university encourages individual development with its student-centered approach and provides students with the necessary skills to prepare them for professional life.

Lokman Hekim University supports both the academic and personal development of students with its modern infrastructure and extensive academic facilities. The university encourages academic success and provides uninterrupted support throughout the education period with the scholarship and discount opportunities it offers to its students. Students have the opportunity to gain global experiences through international exchange programs and collaborations.

 

Language Proficiency

The language of instruction at Lokman Hekim University is Turkish. Candidates must have sufficient Turkish language proficiency in order to follow the courses. Candidates who are entitled to enroll must document their Turkish proficiency level. Students who cannot prove their Turkish proficiency level will be educated in the Turkish preparatory class before starting their education. Acceptable Turkish proficiency documents can be obtained from the Turkish Level Test conducted by the university or Yunus Emre Institutes. Turkish proficiency levels are as follows:

C1 Level: Turkish is sufficient. He/she can start his/her education.
B2-B1 Level: Turkish is not sufficient, but can be improved. These students are obliged to improve their Turkish proficiency to C1 level within the given additional 2 years, without prejudice to their right to enroll in the undergraduate program.
A2-A1 Level: No or insufficient Turkish. Those in this situation must improve their Turkish proficiency to C1 level within the given additional 2 years, without prejudice to their right to enroll in the undergraduate program.

Turkish language proficiency levels are in line with the European Language Portfolio Turkish Language Proficiency Levels (ADP). These regulations are implemented in order to increase the academic success of the students and to make the education process more efficient.

 

Documents Required for Application

  • Candidates who will apply to Lokman Hekim University must prepare the following documents:
  • Original High School Diploma
  • Notarized copy of High School Diploma with Turkish translation
  • Original Transcript
  • Notarized transcript with Turkish translation
  • Notarized copy of passport with Turkish translation
  • Preliminary and Final Acceptance Letter
  • Photocopy of stamped passport pages
  • Deposit and remaining annual fee receipts
  • Certificate of Equivalence
  • 5 Photos

These documents are required for the evaluation of candidates in the university admission process and for the completion of the enrollment process.