Abstract:

Sinop, the pearl of the Black Sea, is located in the northernmost part of Turkey. Sinop University was established in 2007. The university currently has nine faculties, one institute, three colleges, seven vocational schools and thirteen research centers. In theory, internationalization of higher education is the process of integrating an international, intercultural or global dimension into the purpose, functions or delivery of post-secondary education. The University has been an active user and beneficiary of the Erasmus program since its establishment. In this study, Erasmus studies of Sinop University in the internationalization process are examined. The opinions of eleven coordinators of the European universities with which the university has agreements have been taken on the subject. Sinop University is an effective university in terms of its location and the opportunities it offers to its students and employees. Erasmus mobility has an important place in the internationalization of a university. However, in the light of expert opinions, the number of courses offered in foreign languages, especially in English, the number of foreign lecturers and the level of foreign language, especially English, of students and staff benefiting from Erasmus have an important place in the internationalization of Sinop University. The document analysis revealed that very few European students and university staff come to Sinop University as visitors. The university can take action with non-governmental organizations abroad and include mobility from Europe to Sinop in the mobility from Sinop to Europe. Foreign language qualified students and staff will be able to represent the university more competently. Foreign language courses at the university can be an attractive element for European students. Future studies may focus on scientific, technological and cultural cooperation between the university and foreign universities.

Keywords: Sinop University, Internationalization, Erasmus Mobility