The Turkish Naval Academy (TNA; Turkish: Deniz Harp Okulu) is a military educational institution located in Istanbul, specializing in training future naval officers. Here are some key information about the academy:

Founded in 1859, the Turkish Naval Academy is one of the oldest military academies in Turkey and has a long history and tradition.

Mission and goals

The school's main mission is to train highly qualified naval officers through rigorous academic education, military training and practical experience at sea.

It is committed to ensuring that students are competent for the needs of the modern navy and ready to meet various maritime challenges after completing their studies.

Education system

School system: Usually a four-year undergraduate program, including basic military training, professional course study and maritime practice.

Subject settings:

Basic courses: basic science subjects such as mathematics, physics, and English.

Professional courses: Navigation, marine engineering, ship design, naval tactics, international law, etc.

Military training: physical training, weapon operation, tactical exercises, leadership development, etc.

Maritime practice: summer maritime internships, overseas visits, etc.

Degree Awarded: Graduates will receive a Bachelor of Science degree and be appointed as a lieutenant in the Navy.

Campus Life

Students must abide by strict disciplinary regulations during their stay at the school, including dress requirements, work and rest schedules, and codes of conduct.

The academy is equipped with modern teaching facilities, libraries, sports venues, etc. to support students' learning and development.

Military training is implemented by a professional team of instructors, aiming to cultivate students' physical fitness, psychological quality and teamwork ability.

International Exchange

The Turkish Naval Academy actively participates in international military education cooperation and maintains cooperative relations with naval academies in many countries.

Students have the opportunity to participate in overseas internships or exchange programs to enhance their cross-cultural communication skills and international perspectives.

Research and Innovation

The academy encourages scientific research and technological innovation, and has multiple research centers and laboratories to support teachers and students in cutting-edge research.

The academy also regularly holds academic conferences and seminars to promote academic exchanges and knowledge sharing.

Enrollment and Admission

The school recruits young students aged 17 to 20 who graduated from the Naval Military Middle School and local schools.

The proportion of admissions from local schools usually does not exceed 20% of the total number of students.

Applicants need to have a strong physique and good qualities, and their grades must be very good.

The students themselves and their close relatives must be politically reliable.

Historical background

Since its establishment, the Turkish Naval Academy has been the cradle of senior commanders of the Turkish Navy, and many famous naval generals have graduated from here.

After the failed coup in 2016, the Turkish Naval Academy was incorporated into the newly established National Defense University (Milli Savunma Üniversitesi, MSÜ) along with other military education institutions.