Frequently Asked Questions

1- What Is Electrical and Electronics Engineering?
Electrical and Electronics Engineering plays a role in the design and supervision of electrical generation, transmission and distribution networks. It is also a systematic and multidisciplinary branch of engineering that deals with the design, development, testing and maintenance of electric motors, electronic devices, embedded systems and communication systems using specific principles, methods and tools.

2- Who Is an Electrical and Electronics Engineer?
An Electrical and Electronics Engineer is a professional who designs, implements and maintains the electrical and electronic systems needed in every field, particularly in sectors such as the electrical and electronics industry, energy, defense technologies, automotive and telecommunications.

3- What Can I Expect in the Electrical and Electronics Engineering Program?
The fundamentals of electrical and electronics engineering are taught in the early years of the program, and students are expected to do a great deal of practical work throughout the program. In addition to technical courses, the program includes social courses aimed at developing students' social skills and aptitude for teamwork. Through technical documentation, presentations, reports and teamwork, students develop strong communication skills.

4- Do I Need Any Technical Knowledge in Electrical and Electronics Before Starting the Department?
No, you do not. The fundamentals of electrical and electronics engineering are taught in the early years of our undergraduate program. However, having some prior knowledge will be helpful in your departmental courses.

5- What Do I Need to Do to Apply to Your Department?
To be admitted to our department, you need to achieve a sufficient score in the YKS Numerical score type.

6- Who Should Become an Electrical and Electronics Engineer?
People with strong mathematical thinking who are persuasive, creative, innovative, attentive to detail, have strong communication skills and are suited to teamwork are ideal for Electrical and Electronics Engineering.

7- How Long Is the Electrical and Electronics Engineering Program?
The duration of study is 5 years in total, including 1 year of English preparatory education. For students who pass the preparatory class directly, the duration is 4 years. For preparatory class exemption requirements: https://bau.edu.tr/icerik/13551-hazirlik-okulu-sikca-sorulan-sorular

8- What Is the Language of Instruction in the Department?
Students who choose this department receive their education in English.

9- Where Can Graduates of the Electrical and Electronics Engineering Undergraduate Program Find Jobs?
Engineers from our department can find jobs in many fields or establish their own businesses. Employers include almost every type of organization, particularly in the energy, technology, defense and manufacturing industries. These organizations may be in the public or private sector and may operate in Türkiye or abroad. Electrical and Electronics Engineers can also continue their careers in academia.

10- Why BAU Electrical and Electronics Engineering?
• Global University and International Program Opportunities
• Opportunity to Complete the Preparatory School Abroad
• Strong Academic Staff and High-Quality Education
• Branded Courses Delivered by Industry Representatives
• Internship and Part-Time Work Opportunities with CO-OP
• Research Laboratories Equipped with the Latest Technologies
• MÜDEK Accreditation
• BAU-EDR Model Education
• Minor and Double Major Opportunities
• Scholarship Opportunities
• BAU Entrepreneurship Program
• Project Opportunities with Various Public Institutions and Private Companies

11- Do You Have Other International Connections Within the Scope of Erasmus?
Bahçeşehir University collaborates with 203 universities in 35 different countries. In addition, our students can also take courses at BAU's overseas campuses. For more information: https://aday.bau.edu.tr/bau-yurtdisi-programlari/

12- Are There Double Major and Minor Programs?
Our university offers students who meet a certain GPA the opportunity to obtain a second diploma or certificate through double major and minor programs.

13- Is Your Department Accredited?
Our department has been accredited by MÜDEK until 30 September 2021 and has been awarded the EUR-ACE label, which is valid in Europe.