Program Overview
The Political Economy at Yeditepe University is a MA programme in Social Sciences over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of social sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Political Economy programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Turkey and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 7,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Istanbul, Turkey
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Political Economy programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Essentials of Economics (Scientific Preparation Course)
- Business Statistics (Scientific Preparation Course)
- Microeconomics I
- Macroeconomics I
- Econometrics I
- Turkish Economy
- Development Economics
- Economic Sociology
- History of Economic Thought
- Labor Economics
- Economic Analysis of Income Distribution
- Gender Economics
- Environmental Economics and Sustainable Development
- Political Economy of Urbanization
- Regional Development and Economic Growth
- Technological Change and Economic Growth
- Institutions and Economic Growth
- Gender Economics
- Political Economy Of Urbanization
- Institutions And Economic Growth
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- On-line application form
- Bachelor degree in a related field
- Transcripts
- Copy of your passport
- Photo
- English Language Certificate TOEFL (66) or YDS (55)
- CV
- Note: Master degree applicants are not required to obtain a\nTOEFL before they apply,instead they can take our Proficiency exam. If students\ndont acquire 55 out of 100 in the Proficiency Exam, they will be automatically\nplaced in our Preparatory School.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 7,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 7,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Yeditepe University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Yeditepe University
Yeditepe University
Maltepe, Turkey
Yeditepe University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2011-08-18
- Start Date 2018-09-18
- Language English
- Duration 24 months