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Istanbul Bilgi University’s European Institute has been awarded the title of “Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence” by the European Commission within the scope of the project “European Values at School – EUducate”. The Institute received this prestigious recognition with a notably high evaluation score. The “Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence” title, previously granted to only three institutions in Turkey, reflects the strong academic tradition and outstanding work that Istanbul Bilgi University has carried out in the field of European Union studies since 1996.
Istanbul Bilgi University had earlier been awarded several Jean Monnet Modules by the European Commission in the fields of political science, economics, and international relations. Additionally, the university received two Jean Monnet Chair titles, awarded in 2011 and 2013 within the European Union Institute and the Department of International Relations.
This new recognition—granted under the EU’s “Lifelong Learning – Jean Monnet Programme”—marks a significant milestone for the university. Achieving the status of a “Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence” will further strengthen BILGI’s expertise in European Union studies and will contribute significantly to interdisciplinary academic research, educational activities, and public outreach efforts.
