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M.Sc. Economics & Institutions

Philipps-University Marburg Marburg

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  • 15 Jan
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About the programme

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Fields of study

Economics(Business & Economics)

How to apply

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Requirements

What you need to apply for Economics & Institutions at Philipps-University Marburg

English language

IELTS Overall
6.5/ 9.0
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A very good command of the English Language (at least level C1 in the Common

European Framework of Reference for Languages) is a prerequisite.

C1-Level can be proven with:

 Test of English as a foreign Language (TOEFL) Internet based (0-120 points) with a

result of at least 95 points

 Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC) (10-990 points) with an

result of at least 945 points

 International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a minimum mark of 7.0

IELTS

 English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) (Cambridge University): Certificate in

Advanced English (CAE)

 Academic degree in a course of studies in which the language of instruction is

predominantly English.

 Certificate of the Sprachenzentrum of the University of Marburg (the test takes about

60 minutes and includes an oral examination). You can apply for the test here:

http://www.unimarburg.de/sprachenzentrum/lehrangebot/engl... (opens in a new tab)

 Please also check our website at: www.uni-marburg.de/msc-econinst

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
no
MOI accepted as English proof
Accepted
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If students do not have completed their course of studies at the time of application, they have to submit a transcript of records including a preliminary grade,

calculated on the basis of at least 144 ECTS credits

Tests and documents

Statement of Purpose (SOP)
Required
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Required
Letters of Recommendation
Required
GRE
Not required
GMAT
Not required
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Personal statement, c. 2 pages DIN A4 (German standard format) with 1,800 keystrokes each. In this document the applicant should argue why he/she is suitable for the economics and institutions courses including the criteria above.

Tabular curriculum vitae (about 1 DIN A4 page)

APS verification

APS certificate
Required for Application

APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.

Prerequisites

The M.Sc. Economics, Institutions, and Behavior is designed as a consecutive programme for students with a B.Sc./B.A. in Economics or a B.Sc./B.A. with an Economics major. At the time of application, students should have been awarded at least 72 ECTS credits in economics, business administration, or economics-related methods (e.g. mathematics, statistics). If students do not have completed their course of studies at the time of application, they have to submit a transcript of records including a preliminary grade, calculated on the basis of at least 144 ECTS credits.

2. A very good command of the English Language-TOEFL (Internet-based): 95 points. English language proficiency can also be proven by an academic degree in a course of studies in which the language of instruction is predominantly English, or by a certificate of the Sprachenzentrum of the University of Marburg (the test takes about 60 minutes and includes an oral examination).

After prescreening by Uniassist you will be invited for a telephonic interview by a member of the selection committee, usually an economics professor. The interview typically includes questions about the candidate’s knowledge of economics and institutions, as well as the candidate’s reasons for applying for the programme (up to 2 points can be earned through the interview)

factsheet-application.pdf (uni-marburg.de) (opens in a new tab)

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Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Economics & Institutions

Programme-specific documents

1. Application (online application via the application portal uni-assist): please follow the Apply-Now-Button on the website of the Master of Science in Economics and Institutions

2. The first fundamental university degree including the final grade

3. Transcript of records for determining the contents of your previous studies

4. The certificate of English skills at a C1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages by the Council of Europe 2

5. Personal statement, c. 2 pages DIN A4 (German standard format) with 1,800 keystrokes each. In this document the applicant should argue why he/she is suitable for the economics and institutions courses including the criteria above.

6. Tabular curriculum vitae (about 1 DIN A4 page)

7. If available additional certificates for personal suitability for the economics and institution courses including the criteria above

8. Applicants from China, Mongolia, and Vietnam must include an APS certificate (please contact your local German embassy)

Important: Documents must be submitted both in the original language and as an officially

certified translation into English.

This programme applies directly or via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.

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Apostille and notarization

Requirements vary by nationality and issuing country. Many German universities require certified translations and, in some cases, document apostilles. Verify current requirements directly with the admissions office, or use our document services for guided preparation.

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How to apply

Step-by-step guide to applying for Economics & Institutions at Philipps-University Marburg

Application procedure

Submit a formal online application within the deadline applicable to a specific term, that is, by 15 July for the winter semester and by 15 January for the summer semester. Applications must be submitted online via uni-assist (start the application here). This is the ONLY acceptable way to submit an application.

Selection process

Applications are processed by uni-assist, an external service provider. The clearing may take up four weeks.

Applicants who submit their complete application no later than 5 November / 10 May are eligible for accommodation in one of the University’s residence halls.

Application quick facts

APS

Required for Application

APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.

Application fee

75 EUR

Complexity

Medium

Address

FB 02 | School of Business and Economics

Universitätsstraße 25

35037 Marburg

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Costs

Tuition

FREE

No tuition fees

Semester contribution

242.3 EUR

per semester

Application fee

75 EUR

per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

12,388 EUR

Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs.

Additional fee information

In Marburg, there are no tuition fees by law. However, the University charges an administration fee of currently about 265 Euro per semester. This fee includes subsidized meals at the refectory and free public transport throughout Hessen.

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