Economics and Finance
The Bachelor of Science in Economics and Finance (English) at İstanbul Teknik Üniversitesi-KKTC Education & Research Campus is a modern undergraduate program that equips students with deep understanding of economics, business and finance. In this program, you study core topics like microeconomics, macroeconomics, financial markets, banking, monetary theory, accounting, and econometrics. You also learn how to model economic and financial data, perform analyses, understand global markets, and evaluate financial risks. The curriculum blends theory with practice: along with lectures, you work on real-world case studies, data analysis tasks, and applied finance problems. This gives you strong analytical thinking, problem-solving and decision-making skills, valuable for many sectors where economic and financial knowledge matters.
The program at ITU-KKTC gives an international English-taught education and a broad academic environment. You benefit from experienced instructors, a global curriculum, and a learning atmosphere that encourages research and critical thinking. Students have the opportunity to specialize through elective courses in fields such as energy economics, health economics, financial modelling or banking. This flexibility helps you shape your studies according to your interests. If you are curious about markets, enjoy working with data, and want to understand how economies and finance systems work — this program offers a strong foundation for a versatile and global career.
Key information
Key Facts
- Degree: Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
- Standard period of study: 8 semesters
- Location: KKTC Education & Research Campus (Gazimağusa, Northern Cyprus)
- Study Type: Undergraduate (full-time, English track)
- Admission semester: Fall semester
- Area of study: Economics, Finance, Banking, Financial Markets, Econometrics, Applied Economics & Finance
- Admission modus: Without additional admission restriction beyond standard requirements (national placement + English proficiency)
- Main language: English
Program Structure
Semester 1 – Foundations: Economics & Quantitative Tools
- Introduction to Microeconomics
- Introduction to Macroeconomics
- Mathematics I / Quantitative Methods
- Basic Statistics / Data Analysis
Semester 2 – Core Economic & Finance Principles
- Intermediate Microeconomics
- Intermediate Macroeconomics or Financial Economics Intro
- Accounting / Financial Accounting Basics
- Statistics II / Econometrics I
Semester 3 – Financial Markets & Applied Economics
- Financial Markets and Institutions
- Corporate Finance or Banking Basics
- Econometrics II / Applied Econometrics
- Public Economics / Policy & Economics
Semester 4 – Money, Banking & Global Economics
- Money, Banking & Financial Systems
- International Economics / Global Markets
- Risk & Portfolio Analysis / Introduction to Investments
- Elective Course (e.g. Energy Economics, Environmental Economics)
Semester 5 – Advanced Finance & Sectoral Economics
- Financial Management / Corporate Finance
- Investments & Securities / Capital Markets Basics
- Industrial / Sectoral Economics (e.g. Energy, Health, Industry)
- Elective Course (Specialization or Interest Area)
Semester 6 – Quantitative Analysis & Financial Modelling
- Advanced Econometrics / Quantitative Finance
- Financial Modelling & Data Analysis
- Economic Policy Analysis / Development Economics
- Elective Course
Semester 7 – Applied Projects & Research Methods
- Finance & Economics Project I (team or data-based)
- Financial Institutions & Banking Systems Study
- Elective Course (e.g. International Finance, Risk Management)
- Internship or Field Study / Practical Work
Semester 8 – Graduation Project & Professional Preparation
- Economics & Finance Project II (Thesis or Applied Study)
- Ethics in Finance & Economics / Regulatory Frameworks
- Elective Course (Specialization or Advanced Finance Option)
Career Opportunities
Graduates can work as economist, financial analyst, banking specialist, investment analyst, policy analyst, business consultant, data-driven financial modeller, risk manager, or research assistant. They may find jobs in banks, financial institutions, consultancy firms, investment companies, governmental agencies, international organisations, or private enterprises. The strong training in both economics and finance—along with analytical and data skills—prepares graduates for roles in many sectors such as banking, investments, energy, public policy, finance, and global business.
Why Choose This Program
Choosing Economics and Finance at ITU-KKTC means getting a wide and modern education that combines economics, finance and global market understanding. You learn how economies and financial systems work, how to analyse data and make decisions, and how to understand global markets. The English-taught program and international academic environment help you gain global perspective and improve professional readiness.
This program also offers flexibility through elective courses in finance, banking, energy or public policy — so you can shape your education to match your interests. With strong analytical skills, finance knowledge and a versatile degree, you have many career paths available. If you like numbers, data, markets or global finance, and want a career that combines economics, finance and real-world impact — this program gives you a solid start.
Contact Information
İstanbul Technical University – ITU-KKTC Education & Research Campus, Department of Economics & Finance
Gazimağusa (Famagusta), Northern Cyprus
Tel: +90 392 630 5000 (main campus line)
Email: economicsfinance@itu.edu.tr
Faculty / Student Affairs Office – Economics & Finance Program
Gazimağusa, Northern Cyprus
Tel: +90 392 630 5000
Email: studentaffairs@itu.edu.tr
International Office – İstanbul Technical University
Ayazağa / Maslak Campus, Istanbul, Turkey
Tel: +90 212 285 71 13
Email: international@itu.edu.tr
