Aim: This study was conducted to evaluate male students' knowledge and attitudes about the self-testicular examination and healthy lifestyle behaviours.
Methodology: The sample of the study consisted of male students studying in health related departments. Data were collected with questions about socio-demographic characteristics and testicular cancer, and with the Healthy Lifestyle Behavior Scale-II questionnaire.
Results: The mean age of the students is 20.94±2.39 (Min= 18, Max= 35)." Early diagnosis and treatment of testicular cancer are very important" and" Testicular cancer can be treated" was the most accurate statement in the study. The rate of those who say" Self-examination of the testicle should be performed at least once a month” is 25.6%. Total score of the healthy lifestyle behaviours was determined as 128.20±21.23, spiritual development (25.56±4.49) and interpersonal relationships (24.33±4.43) were determined as the highest score. stress management (19.02±3.70) and physical activity (18.44±5.03) was determined as the lowest score. Conclusion: Training programs should be organized by health professionals to inform university students about TC and TSE and gain the necessary healthy lifestyle behaviour attitudes.