M.Sc. International Economics and Economic Policy
Goethe University Frankfurt Frankfurt am Main
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- Winter intakeIntake
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- 4 semestersDuration
- 15 MayNext deadline
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About the programme
Goethe University Frankfurt is a prestigious institution known for its strong academic programs and research opportunities. The International Economics and Economic Policy course at Goethe University Frankfurt is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of global economic issues and policies. Students in this program have the opportunity to study topics such as international trade, monetary policy, and economic development. The course also emphasizes the application of economic theory to real-world problems, preparing students for careers in international organizations, government agencies, and multinational corporations. With its rigorous curriculum and experienced faculty, the International Economics and Economic Policy course at Goethe University Frankfurt offers students a valuable and in-depth education in the field of economics.
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Requirements
What you need to apply for International Economics and Economic Policy at Goethe University Frankfurt
English language
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1. language of instruction are required to submit scores of TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System) tests. We do not accept Cambridge ESOL or other certificates to prove English proficiency. Knowledge of German is not required for admission to or for the completion of the program as it is exclusively taught in English.
2. The institution code for the TOEFL test is 5349. The minimum TOEFL score is 100 for the iBT or 600 for the PBT. An IELTS score of 7.0 is considered comparable. The test score has to be submitted at the time of application.
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Academic requirements
ECTS are study credits. One year of full-time study is about 60 ECTS.
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If you have not yet completed your bachelor’s degree (or equivalent), you can apply for the program if you have received at least 80% of the CP required for graduation (e.g. 144 CP in a normal 180 CP bachelor’s program).
This provisional certificate must be issued by an office authorized to award grades or issue certificates. In this case, the admission is provisional and the final bachelor’s certificate has to be submitted until the end of the first semester.
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If you have not yet completed your bachelor’s degree (or equivalent), you can apply for the program if you have received at least 80% of the CP required for graduation (e.g. 144 CP in a normal 180 CP bachelor’s program).
APS verification
APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.
Prerequisites
1. Bachelor’s degree in economics or an equivalent national or international degree in the same or a similar programme;
2. Letter of motivation in English Language (up to 750 words)
3. English language skills proven by:
a TOEFL/iBT test with a minimum of 100 points
or a TOEFL/PBT test with a minimum of 600 points
or an IELTS test with a minimum score of 7,0
English language skills (level C1) proven by:
- TOEFL (at least 95 iBT ) or
- IELTS Academic Test (band score of at least 7) or
- UNIcert (at least level 3) or
- Cambridge Certificate (General/ higher education; at least C1)
If you have completed your undergraduate studies in a majority English speaking country (e.g. USA, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand) and if your Bachelor degree program’s sole language of instruction was English, you are exempted from submitting a language certificate.
Provisional admission : If you have not yet completed your bachelor’s degree (or equivalent), you can apply for the program if you have received at least 80% of the CP required for graduation (e.g. 144 CP in a normal 180 CP bachelor’s program).
This provisional certificate must be issued by an office authorized to award grades or issue certificates. In this case, the admission is provisional and the final bachelor’s certificate has to be submitted until the end of the first semester.
Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to International Economics and Economic Policy
Programme-specific documents
The first, undergraduate university degree
The “Transcript of Records”
APS certificate
Proof of secondary school qualification
German language certificates
Language certificates (e.g. English)
Proof of subject-relevant study components in the bachelor's degree program
Further documents such as CV, letter of motivation or letters of recommendation
This programme applies via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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Application procedure
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APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.
Application fee
75 EUR
Address
Goethe-Universität Frankfurt
Master-Abteilung
c/o uni-assist e.V.
D-11507 Berlin
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Costs
Tuition
FREE
No tuition fees
Semester contribution
N/A
per semester
Application fee
75 EUR
per application
Estimated year-1 total cost
11,904 EUR
Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs.
This programme has restricted admission (NC). Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.
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2.04
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