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Çekmeköy, Istanbul · 220,000 m²

Özyeğin University
Campus

A full-service modern university campus with world-class facilities — where Le Cordon Bleu Istanbul students live, train, eat, and build their careers. Everything you need to focus entirely on becoming a chef.

220k
m² campus area
1,850
Dormitory capacity
3,650
m² culinary centre
10
Professional kitchens
24/7
Security on campus
About the campus

A modern campus
built for focus.

Özyeğin University is located in the Çekmeköy district of Istanbul — a quiet, green campus removed from the noise of the city centre, yet well-connected by shuttle service. The 220,000 m² site was purpose-built as a modern academic environment.

For Le Cordon Bleu Istanbul students, the campus is not just a place to study — it is where you live for the duration of your programme. The dormitories, restaurant, sports facilities, and dining options are all within walking distance of the culinary centre.

When you enrol through CulinaryDiploma Package 2, we assist with your dormitory registration before you arrive.

Özyeğin University campus aerial view
Özyeğin University event hall — student exhibitions
Le Cordon Bleu student holiday display
Campus dining facilities
Le Cordon Bleu Center of Excellence

Where the cooking happens.

The 3,650 m² Center of Excellence is the dedicated academic and culinary facility for Le Cordon Bleu Istanbul students — purpose-built, fully equipped, and used exclusively by the programme.

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10 Professional Kitchens

Fully equipped demonstration and production kitchens with commercial-grade equipment — the same standard found in Michelin-starred restaurants. Each kitchen is dedicated to specific programme levels.

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Sensory Analysis Laboratory

A dedicated sensory lab for tasting, flavour development, and food science work — part of the curriculum for Diplôme de Cuisine and Diplôme de Pâtisserie students at all levels.

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La Table Restaurant

The student-run fine-dining restaurant where Superior-level students prepare and serve full multi-course menus to real guests under chef-instructor supervision. The bridge between training and professional life.

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Culinary Library

A specialist reference library with culinary texts, technique manuals, flavour pairing guides, and international gastronomy publications — available throughout programme hours.

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Lecture Theatres

Theory classrooms and presentation spaces for food science, nutrition, menu engineering, restaurant management, and the academic components of each diploma programme.

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Patisserie Shop

A retail outlet where Pâtisserie students sell their production — croissants, breads, cakes, and confectionery — offering real commercial experience at programme level.

Dormitories

Live on campus.
Walk to class.

Özyeğin University dormitories house up to 1,850 students. Le Cordon Bleu students have dedicated accommodation with priority booking, and our Package 2 includes dormitory registration assistance.

Özyeğin University dormitory room
Campus dormitory area
Single Room
Private room, shared or en-suite bathroom, fridge included
Double Room
Shared with one roommate, fridge, wardrobe, study desk
Triple Room
Shared with two roommates — most budget-friendly option
Quad Room
Shared with three roommates, typically for shorter terms
—Free laundry facilities in every dormitory building
—24/7 security with ambulance service on campus
—Study rooms with Wi-Fi available around the clock
—Health centre on campus for medical needs
—Campus supermarket for everyday essentials
—Shuttle service to central Istanbul transport hubs

Note: Dormitory registration requires full tuition payment to the university first. Our Package 2 includes dormitory registration assistance.

Sports & Recreation

Train hard.
Recover well.

A kitchen career is physically demanding. Özyeğin gives you the facilities to stay fit, decompress, and build the stamina you'll need behind the pass.

Gym & Fitness Centre

A fully equipped modern gym with cardio machines, free weights, resistance equipment, and group fitness classes. Open to all registered students and included in campus access.

Olympic Swimming Pool

A full-size indoor swimming pool open to students during scheduled hours. Lane swimming, recreational sessions, and swimming classes are all available as part of campus life.

Football & Athletics

Full-size football pitches and athletics track facilities on campus. Student teams, intramural tournaments, and open recreational use — sport is a central part of the Özyeğin community.

Tennis, Basketball & Volleyball

Dedicated hard courts for tennis, basketball, and volleyball. Open-access courts alongside scheduled team practice times, with equipment available for student use.

Özyeğin University gym and fitness centre
Özyeğin University swimming pool
Football field on campus
Sports facilities at Özyeğin
Dining on campus

Feed yourself well
between services.

Beyond La Table, the campus has a full range of dining options — from the main yemekhane (university cafeteria) to café bars and grab-and-go spots scattered across the grounds.

Main

Yemekhane

The central university cafeteria serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a rotating daily menu. Hot meals, salad bar, soup station, and desserts at subsidised student prices. The social heart of campus eating.

Specialty

La Table

The Le Cordon Bleu student restaurant serves full fine-dining menus on selected days during the academic calendar. The only place on campus where you can eat a multi-course French-technique meal prepared by classmates.

Casual

Campus Cafés

Multiple café bars and coffee kiosks spread across campus — near the library, dormitories, and sports facilities. Light meals, sandwiches, pastries, and hot drinks available throughout the day.

Özyeğin University yemekhane cafeteria
Student cuisine plating — La Table restaurant
Pâtisserie buffet display
Student services

Everything you need.
All in one place.

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Health Centre

An on-campus health centre with medical staff, GP appointments, and an ambulance service available around the clock. Students also have access to university health insurance during enrolment.

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Main Library

Özyeğin's central library houses academic and general collections, digital resources, group study rooms, and silent reading spaces. Open extended hours during term for students.

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Campus Supermarket

A fully stocked on-campus supermarket for daily essentials — snacks, beverages, toiletries, stationery, and basic groceries. Open seven days a week, within walking distance of all dormitories.

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Shuttle Service

Regular shuttle buses connect the Çekmeköy campus to central Istanbul metro and transport hubs. Students can reach Taksim, Kadıköy, and other key districts in under 45 minutes by shuttle and metro.

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Green Campus

The campus is set in a forested hillside environment with parks, outdoor seating, and walking paths between buildings. The natural setting is one of the most distinctive aspects of student life at Özyeğin.

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24/7 Security

Campus security operates continuously with controlled access to all buildings and dormitories. CCTV coverage across the site and a dedicated security team ensures a safe environment for all students.

Green macaron Christmas tree by patisserie students
Students on campus
Campus event hall
Ready to study here?

This campus could be
your home for 9 months.

Le Cordon Bleu diploma students have access to all Özyeğin campus facilities from day one. We handle your application, dormitory registration, and arrival — you focus on cooking.

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