Bethalon Institute of Technology
| Kamaiko Arijama i Bet-Halon | |
| Type | Private |
|---|---|
| Established | 1880 |
| Founder | Felphi Kham |
Academic affiliation | ALU FAN |
| Students | 18,907 |
| Undergraduates | 9,180 |
| Postgraduates | 9,727 |
| Location | Bet Halon, Shakaure, Lugida |
| Campus | Urban |
| Colors | Orchid |
The Bet-Halon Institute of Technology (BIT, Lithian: Kamaiko Arijama i Bet-Halon, or shortly Kaibet) is a private research university in Bet Halon, Shakaure, Lugida. It is one of the largest and the most prestigious universities in the country.
Felphi Kham founded BIT in 1880, mainly in response of the increasing industrialization of Lugida following the Lugid Revolution and the formation of the First Republic. Felphi adopted and modified the Ekuosian model of universities to allow focus in applied science and engineering. Academic freedom was severely curtailed by the imperial government during the Great Ekuosian War, but managed to recover after the end of the war.
BIT is traditionally known for its research and education in engineering, and more recently known for its startup incubation programs. Through its alumni and their founded companies, BIT began to gain significant fame during the 1960s. Some of the notable alumni include entrepreneurs Kalon Hephilam, (), and (), alongside scientists like Parsafi Dirom and Din Sato.