Bachelor in Economics

Economics studies how individuals, businesses, and governments allocate scarce resources, covering microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics, statistics, and economic history. Students typically learn to model market behavior, analyze fiscal and monetary policy, evaluate economic data, and assess the effects of trade, taxation, and regulation on growth and welfare. Quantitative methods, including calculus and statistical analysis, form a core part of the curriculum alongside applied topics such as labor economics, development economics, and international trade. The program is offered at Başkent University in Ankara, Turkey, with instruction delivered in English, supporting engagement with international economic literature and data sources. As a bachelor program spanning 4 years, students move from foundational theory toward more applied coursework, often including a capstone project or thesis that applies economic analysis to a real-world question. Seminars and problem sets are common tools for building both theoretical understanding and practical modeling skills. Graduates of economics programs pursue careers in banking, financial analysis, government policy, consulting, research institutions, and international organizations, and the analytical training also prepares many for graduate study in economics, finance, or public policy. Based in Ankara, students are positioned to study Turkey's economy directly, including its trade relationships, monetary policy, and role as an emerging market, which can enrich classroom discussion with regional context. The combination of quantitative rigor and policy relevance makes economics a foundation for a wide range of analytical careers in both the public and private sectors.