Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University
He was born in Istanbul. He completed his secondary education at Galatasaray High School. After graduating from Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University, Department of Architecture, he started working as a Research Assistant at the same institution.
He completed his Master's and 2nd Degree Master's studies in architectural design at MSGSU and New York Pratt Institute. He completed his doctoral thesis on “Sustainable Architecture and Energy” in 2000. He has published scientific articles in the field of technology and design theory.
Tercan, who has many implemented projects at home and abroad, won awards and honorable mentions in architectural project competitions he participated in. He still works as a lecturer at Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University and continues his professional activities.