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{{Infobox university|name=Baku State University|native_name=Bakı Dövlət Universiteti|image=Baku State University logo.svg|caption=Official logo of Baku State University|latin_name=Universitas Publica Bakuensis|motto=Elm hər şeydən əvvəl gəlir|mottoeng=Science Comes Before Everything|established=1919|type=Public|rector=Elchin Babayev|city=Baku|country=Azerbaijan|campus=Urban|students=20,000+|faculty=3,000+|language=Azerbaijani, Russian, English|website=[https://bsu.edu.az www.bsu.edu.az]}} | |||
'''Baku State University''' is a leading public research university located in [[Baku]], the capital of [[Azerbaijan]]. Established in 1919, it is one of the oldest and most prestigious higher education institutions in the South Caucasus. | '''Baku State University''' is a leading public research university located in [[Baku]], the capital of [[Azerbaijan]]. Established in 1919, it is one of the oldest and most prestigious higher education institutions in the South Caucasus. | ||
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Official logo of Baku State University | |
“Elm hər şeydən əvvəl gəlir” | |
Established | 1919 |
Type | Public |
Rector | Elchin Babayev |
Students | 20,000+ |
Location | Baku,Azerbaijan |
Campus | Urban |
Language | Azerbaijani, Russian, English |
Website | [www.bsu.edu.az www.bsu.edu.az] |
Baku State University is a leading public research university located in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan. Established in 1919, it is one of the oldest and most prestigious higher education institutions in the South Caucasus.
History
Baku State University was founded on September 1, 1919, by the Parliament of the Azerbaijan Democratic Republic. The university began with faculties in history, philology, physics-mathematics, law, and medicine. It was modeled after European universities of the time and has since become a central institution for academic and scientific development in Azerbaijan.
In the Soviet era, the university grew significantly, and many of Azerbaijan’s leading scholars, politicians, and professionals are BSU alumni. Notably, Heydar Aliyev, former President of Azerbaijan, studied at BSU.
Academics
BSU offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in a broad range of disciplines. The university consists of the following main faculties:
- Faculty of Applied Mathematics and Cybernetics
- Faculty of Biology
- Faculty of Chemistry
- Faculty of Economics
- Faculty of Geography
- Faculty of History
- Faculty of International Relations and International Law
- Faculty of Journalism
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Mechanics and Mathematics
- Faculty of Oriental Studies
- Faculty of Physics
- Faculty of Philology
- Faculty of Social Sciences and Psychology
- Faculty of Theology
- Faculty of Translation
Courses are offered in Azerbaijani, Russian, and English, attracting students from across the region and beyond.
Research
Baku State University is a major center for scientific research in Azerbaijan. It has numerous research institutes and laboratories in the natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities. The university publishes academic journals and has active participation in international conferences and collaborations.
Rankings and Recognition
BSU is consistently ranked among the top universities in Azerbaijan and is internationally recognized. It is listed in various global university rankings and is a member of the Eurasian Association of Universities.
Campus and Facilities
The BSU campus is located in an urban area of Baku and features modern lecture halls, research labs, libraries, and dormitories. The main campus is easily accessible via public transportation and is close to major cultural and historical landmarks of the city.
International Cooperation
Baku State University maintains academic partnerships with universities and institutions across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. It participates in programs such as Erasmus+, TEMPUS, and other international research networks.
Notable Alumni
- Heydar Aliyev – Former President of Azerbaijan
- Lotfi A. Zadeh – Mathematician and founder of fuzzy logic (attended briefly)
- Abulfaz Elchibey – Former President of Azerbaijan
- Isa Habibbeyli – Academic and politician
- Khoshbakht Yusifzadeh – Prominent geologist
See Also
- Education in Azerbaijan
- List of universities in Azerbaijan
- National Academy of Sciences of Azerbaijan
References