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M.Sc. Applied Economics

University of Wuppertal (BUW) Wuppertal

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  • 15 Jan
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About the programme

Applied Economics is a two-year Master's at the University of Wuppertal's Schumpeter School of Business and Economics, taught in English. It prepares you for careers in international organisations and multinational companies, where analysing and interpreting data drives decisions. You learn to apply empirical methods to economic questions, including econometric, quantitative and experimental methods for identifying causal relationships, and to judge critically what empirical studies can and cannot show. You also learn to develop and communicate well-founded policy recommendations from an international perspective. Classes are small, with students from around the world, and use problem-based learning, for example working on a specific international economic policy problem. You can add an optional semester abroad or a summer school at a partner university, supported by a standard procedure for recognising credits earned abroad and by scholarship opportunities.

Fields of study

Economics(Business & Economics)

How to apply

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Requirements

What you need to apply for Applied Economics at University of Wuppertal (BUW)

English language

IELTS Overall
7/ 9.0
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Proof of English language proficiency at level "C1" of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) or an equivalent recognized language examination (in particular TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge Certificate) for non-English-speaking applicants.

Proof of sufficient English language skills is not required if the Bachelor program, which is a prerequisite for admission to the Master program, was taught entirely in the English language.

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German language

Maximum German grade(lower is better)
2.5

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
no
Minimum ECTS credits
120

ECTS are study credits. One year of full-time study is about 60 ECTS.

MOI accepted as English proof
Accepted
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A Bachelor's Degree in an economics program which ranks you amongst at least the top 65% of graduates of your cohort. If it is not possible to prove a relative grade, the overall grade (decimal grade) of at least "2.5" must be proven. However, the relative grade always counts first and not the decimal grade!

At least 100 credit points (according to ECTS) of the Bachelor program must have been attained in economics (e.g. business administration, economics, methods of economics, business informatics, business mathematics, business education)

Of which at least 15 credit points in the field of business administration and at least another 15 credit points in the field of economics.

Foreign point systems will be converted into ECTS.

In addition to a written thesis, at least 6 credit points must have been acquired through one or more term papers or seminar papers that meet scientific standards.

https://www.wiwi.uni-wuppertal.de/en/study/master-program... (opens in a new tab)

At least 100 credit points (according to ECTS) of the bachelor's programme in economics (e.g. business administration, economics, methods of economics, business informatics, business mathematics, business education)

Of which at least 15 credit points in the field of business administration and at least another 15 credit points in the field of economics.

Foreign point systems will be converted into ECTS.

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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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

Admission requirements

  • A Bachelor's Degree in an economics program which ranks you amongst at least the top 65% of graduates of your cohort. If it is not possible to prove a relative grade, the overall grade (decimal grade) of at least "2.5" must be proven. However, the relative grade always counts first and not the decimal grade!
  • At least 100 credit points (according to ECTS, other credit point systems will be converted by the examination board during the application process) of the Bachelor program must have been attained in the fields of business administration, economics and related sciences (e.g. business administration, economics, methods of economics, business informatics, business mathematics, business education)
  • Of which at least 15 credit points in the field of business administration and at least another 15 credit points in the field of economics.
  • Foreign point systems will be converted into ECTS.
  • In addition to a written thesis, at least 6 credit points must have been acquired through one or more term papers or seminar papers that meet scientific standards.
  • Proof of English language proficiency at level "C1" of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) or an equivalent recognized language examination (in particular TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge Certificate) for non-English-speaking applicants.
  • Proof of sufficient English language skills is not required if the Bachelor program, which is a prerequisite for admission to the Master program, was taught entirely in the English language.

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Applied Economics

Programme-specific documents

A copy of your passport and certified copies of the originals of all evidence of qualifications achieved from secondary school level onwards must be attached to the uni-assist online application form. These include:

  • foreign secondary school leaving certificate with an overview of your grades,
  • evidence of any university entrance examination you may have sat in your home country, your "assessment test" certificate or TestAS certificate,
  • Evidence of periods of study and qualifications (overview of modules and grades, transcripts, diplomas, etc.),
  • Evidence of German and/or English language skills.

Testimonials in foreign languages other than English require a German certified translation. You can find out more at: http://www.uni-assist.de/standards_en.html. (opens in a new tab)

If you are now or have previously been registered with a German university, you must include your current or most recent enrolment certificate stating the subject and semester along with

your application.

n order to check your application we need the following documents:

The printout of the online application form

A certified copy of your complete graduation documents (certificate, certificate, diploma supplement and, if applicable, ToR)

Module descriptions for the modules specified in the online form

A certified copy of your language certificate (usually your high school diploma)

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

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How to apply

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Application procedure

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

Please send your application to this address*:

uni-assist e.V.

11507 Berlin

GERMANY

  • You can also use this address for courier services or to send registered mail. If your mail carrier does not accept the address, please send your mail to uni-assist e.V., Geneststrasse 5, 10829 Berlin. This will not increase the transit time.
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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.

Additional fee information

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Admission outcomes

Community-reported data from MS in Germany students (2018-2025)

Acceptance rate

0%

0 accepted out of 4 total applications

Grade distributionGerman scale (1.0 = best, 4.0 = passing)

AdmittedRejected
1.02.03.04.0

Based on 4 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.

Based on 4 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.

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