The Directorate of Health, Culture, and Sports organizes sports activities to enhance the physical and mental well-being of students, instill discipline, encourage an active lifestyle, and provide opportunities to channel energy positively. Students are encouraged to participate in sports of their interest during their free time. These activities include:
On-campus activities are held through sports festivals and healthy living programs. Inter-university participation involves representing the university in various competitions organized by the University Sports Federation each academic year.
Our university boasts a comprehensive sports complex with 22 facilities catering to competitions and training needs. Reservations for sports facilities can be made through the KTÜ BYS system.
| Campus | Facility | Quantity | Area (m²) | Seating Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indoor Facilities | ||||
| Coastal Facilities | Indoor Tennis Court | 1 | 810.607 | - |
| Kanuni Campus | Hasan Polat Physical Education Center | 1 | 3,283.184 | 800 |
| Fitness Sports Center | 1 | 1,547.860 | 40 | |
| Outdoor Facilities | ||||
| Kanuni Campus | Stadium Field | 1 | 8,928.635 | 3,000 |
| Tennis Court | 1 | 610.201 | 100 | |
| Basketball Court 1 | 1 | 615.227 | 300 | |
| Miniature Football Field 2 | 1 | 460.878 | 50 | |
| Miniature Football Field 3 | 1 | 877.760 | 140 | |
| Basketball/Volleyball Court (North) | 1 | 564.942 | 100 | |
| Coastal Facilities | Pool | 1 | 3,189.244 | 50 |
| Tennis Courts (Various Locations) | 3 | 786.503 | 90 | |
| Volleyball Court | 1 | 292.385 | - | |
| Basketball Court | 1 | 484.063 | 50 | |
| Sürmene Çamburnu Campus | Football Field | 1 | 912.063 | 250 |
| Of Faculty of Technology | Basketball/Volleyball Court | 1 | 354.748 | - |
| Football Field | 1 | 942.313 | 50 | |
| Arsin Vocational School | Football Field | 1 | 836.858 | 152 |
| Basketball/Volleyball Court | 1 | 532.102 | 72 |
Total: 22 facilities spanning 27,542.41 m² with a seating capacity of 5,594.
The Social Facilities Management Directorate, established under the "Directive for Tourism Education and Application Center Management" (effective 13.12.2002), operates two primary locations: The Seaside Facilities and the Koru Hotel. Check more on the Website.
The Seaside Facilities offer 35 elegantly designed rooms, including standard and suite options, with a total capacity of 75 beds. Amenities include a large, secure parking lot and a breakfast room serving a variety of flavours. Lunch and dinner are available for hosted groups upon request.
Contact
Reception Desk: +90 462 377 4900
Restaurant Phone: +90 462 377 4957
Web page link
Dining Services
Dining services for our students, faculty, and administrative staff are provided by the dining halls managed by the Directorate of Health, Culture, and Sports. These facilities offer four-course lunches prepared with care and precision to meet dietary needs, ensure satisfaction, and maintain nutritional balance.
Menus are crafted in the kitchen on Kanuni Campus, adhering to strict hygiene standards and designed to provide the energy and nutrients required for a single meal. A team comprising a food engineer, dietitian, and chef works collaboratively to create sufficient and balanced meals. Additionally, gluten-free options are available to accommodate gluten-sensitive individuals.
On Kanuni Campus:
Off-Campus Locations:
Students, faculty, and administrative staff on Kanuni Campus can access meal services by loading credits onto their university ID cards. Meal credits for Kanuni Campus dining halls can be loaded via this link.
Credits can be loaded weekly from Monday at 00:00 until Friday at 13:00 for the upcoming week. Detailed instructions for the meal-loading process are available on the Directorate of Health, Culture, and Sports web page.
Phone: +90 0462 377 4501
E-mail: medikososyal@ktu.edu.tr
Web page link
Kanuni Campus
As the main campus of Karadeniz Technical University, Kanuni Campus boasts a modern, eco-friendly campus designed to cater to students' diverse needs. From sports facilities to hobby-based clubs, representation in international societies, cultural promotion, easy access to beach facilities and the airport, and accommodation options, Kanuni Campus provides a wealth of opportunities for student engagement and growth.
Karadeniz Technical University extends its reach across Trabzon with schools in seven districts, providing accessible education and dormitory facilities to students throughout the province.
Campus Map
Library Services
In May 1986, the departmental libraries located within the faculties and departments of our university's Kanuni Campus were unified under the Directorate of Library and Documentation, forming the Central Library, also known as the "Faik Ahmet Barutçu Library."
The library is organised into two primary divisions: Technical Services comprising the Acquisition Unit, Cataloging Unit, and Movable Property Registration Control Unit, and Reader Services, which includes the Reference Unit, Lending Unit, Periodicals Unit, Osman Turan History Research Library, Theses Room, and Interlibrary Cooperation services.
Beyond these core services, the library's main building offers a variety of study spaces to support student learning. These include a 25-seat Audio/Group Study Room, a 17-seat Accessible Study Room for students with disabilities, and a 23-seat Information Browsing Room for accessing electronic resources.
Contact
Faik Ahmet Barutçu Library
Phone: +90 462 377 2201
E-mail: library@ktu.edu.tr
Web page link
Student Clubs
At Karadeniz Technical University, students are fully supported in establishing and managing associations or clubs with ease. The University has implemented a directive, approved by the University Senate, outlining the procedures for founding and operating student organizations. All student associations adhere to this directive, ensuring a structured and cohesive framework. To further facilitate their activities, the Directorate of Health, Culture, and Sports allocates a dedicated budget to each association and provides them with designated spaces within the Student Clubs Building. The enthusiasm among students to form new clubs and associations is remarkable.
Currently, Karadeniz Technical University hosts over 100 student clubs, organized into four distinct categories: Academic Clubs, Cultural Clubs, Social Clubs, and Sports Clubs. Below is a detailed list of the clubs under each category:
These clubs focus on fostering scientific and academic activities related to their respective disciplines:
Dedicated to organising and promoting sports-related activities, these clubs include:
These clubs organize activities that promote social engagement and collaboration:
These associations focus on cultural enrichment and creative pursuits:
By offering diverse opportunities through these clubs, the university encourages students to pursue their academic, cultural, social, and athletic interests, creating a vibrant and dynamic campus life.
Contact
Phone: +90(462) 377 3748 - 377 3737
E-mail: ogrencikulupleri@ktu.edu.tr
Disability and Access Services
As one of the nation's oldest higher education institutions, Karadeniz Technical University recognizes the growing participation of students with disabilities in public life and has undertaken significant efforts to create a more inclusive and accessible campus environment.
These initiatives include installing ramps on all pavements and staircases throughout the main campus, as well as equipping departmental buildings with elevators where such facilities were previously unavailable. The primary goal is to ensure that most campus buildings are equipped with ramps and elevators, fostering comfort and accessibility for students with disabilities.
Contact
Disabled Students Support Unit
Phone: +90 462 377 4177
E-mail: medikososyal@ktu.edu.tr
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