Establishment and History
Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University was established in 2010 as the fifth public university in Ankara. Our department commenced student admissions in the 2018–2019 academic year.
Language of Instruction
The language of instruction is 100% English.
Standard Duration of the Program
The duration of the program is 5 years in total, comprising 1 year of English preparatory education and 4 years (8 semesters) of undergraduate study.
About the Department
**Energy Systems Engineering** is an interdisciplinary branch of engineering that aims to develop sustainable, efficient, and environmentally friendly energy solutions to meet the ever-increasing global energy demand. This field encompasses both traditional energy sources and modern renewable energy technologies—such as solar, wind, hydroelectric, biomass, and geothermal energy—while also focusing on energy conversion systems. The program provides students with a strong foundation in both theoretical and practical aspects of engineering, enabling them to design, analyze, and implement diverse energy systems in line with current technological and environmental standards.
As part of the Energy Systems Engineering curriculum, students gain a solid foundation in fundamental areas such as thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, electrical machines, power systems, energy efficiency, and energy economics and management. In addition to these core subjects, the program offers applied courses on the design, analysis, simulation, and optimization of energy systems, aiming to enhance students’ ability to solve complex engineering problems through practical and analytical approaches.
Graduates of the department are employed in a wide range of sectors, including energy production and distribution companies, renewable energy power plants, public institutions, R&D centers, and engineering and consulting firms. In addition, they have the opportunity to establish their own ventures and develop innovative solutions in the field of energy technologies, contributing to the advancement of sustainable energy systems both nationally and globally.
The Department of Energy Systems Engineering aims to educate qualified engineers who will ensure energy supply security, minimize environmental impact, and contribute to shaping future energy policies. In line with this mission, the program integrates theoretical knowledge with practical experience through applied courses, internship opportunities, and on-site engineering applications. The department is committed to cultivating professionals who are ethically responsible, analytically minded, and solution-oriented, equipped to meet the evolving challenges of the energy sector.
Graduation Project
As part of the Graduation Project I course conducted in the seventh semester, students carry out a comprehensive literature review on the selected topic, enabling a deep analysis of the study area along with its theoretical foundations. Through a systematic examination of the relevant academic literature, the scope of the project is clearly defined and refined. In the eighth semester, the process continues with Graduation Project II, during which the project developed on this theoretical basis is brought to life through prototyping, simulation, and other applied methods. This final phase ensures that the project is completed with scientific rigor and practical integrity, bridging academic knowledge with real-world engineering applications.
Engineering Application on Site
Students who have successfully completed all compulsory courses by the eighth semester and have achieved a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 out of 4.00 are offered an integrated industry-based learning experience through the On-Site Engineering Practice program. Within the scope of this practice, students actively participate in the operations of a company of their choice during their final semester. This program enables students to observe real-world engineering applications on-site, experience professional workflows firsthand, and enhance their technical and professional competencies. By immersing themselves in the practical dynamics of the sector before graduation, students gain valuable hands-on experience and industry insight, laying a strong foundation for their future careers.
Graduation Requirements
All courses included in the program must be successfully completed, with a total of 240 ECTS credits and a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 out of 4.00.
In addition, students are required to complete a 40-workday summer internship in accordance with the Internship Guidelines of the Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences. ChatGPT’ye sor
