Georgian Technical University

Tbilisi, Georgia

Georgian Technical University (GTU) is a prestigious public technical university located in Tbilisi, Georgia, founded on January 16, 1922. Originally part of Tbilisi State University, it became an independent polytechnic institute in 1928 and attained full university status by 1990.

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When was GTU established and what type of university is it?

GTU was founded on January 16, 1922, originally as a faculty within Tbilisi State University. It gained independence in 1928 and achieved full university status by 1990. Today, it is Georgia’s principal public technical university, offering undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programmes in engineering, architecture, technology, and applied sciences

What is the approximate student and staff size at GTU?

GTU enrolls around 18,000–22,000 students, with faculty and scientific staff numbering about 2,000–2,500. This results in a student‑to‑staff ratio typically around 14:1, supporting active teaching and research environments

Is GTU recognised internationally and part of major academic networks?

Yes – GTU is a full member of the European University Association (EUA), a Bologna Process signatory, and participates in programmes such as Erasmus+, offering high alignment with European quality standards.