Master of Science in Economics
A rigorous English-taught programme at Kiel University offering advanced training in microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics with specialization options.
Best for:Best for students with a strong background in economics and quantitative methods seeking advanced theoretical and empirical training in economics, econometrics, and specialized fields like financial or environmental economics.
Overview
The Master of Science in Economics at Kiel University provides a comprehensive and interdisciplinary education in economic theory, quantitative methods, and applied economics. The programme is designed to equip students with advanced analytical skills and critical thinking abilities to tackle complex economic challenges. It emphasizes both theoretical and empirical approaches, with a strong focus on econometrics and specialized fields such as financial economics, international economics, and environmental economics. Students engage in research through coursework and a master’s thesis, often collaborating with the Kiel Institute for the World Economy. The programme is fully taught in English, with optional supplementary subjects in German or other disciplines.
What you'll do
- Complete a core curriculum in microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics during the first semester.
- Choose specialized elective courses in fields such as applied microeconomics, macroeconomics and growth, financial economics, or international economics.
- Develop and conduct independent empirical research as part of the master’s thesis (18 or 30 ECTS).
- Engage in optional study abroad units through exchange programs with partner universities worldwide.
- Participate in seminars and lectures delivered by international guest lecturers and faculty from the Kiel Institute for the World Economy.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Economics or a related field with a minimum grade of 2.5 (German grading system) and at least 180 ECTS credits. The degree must include 35 ECTS from principles of economics (micro and macroeconomic theory) and 15 ECTS from quantitative methods (mathematics, statistics, econometrics).
Degree offered: Master of Science in Economics
Language: English proficiency at C1 level (e.g., UNIcert® III, TOEIC 945, TOEFL iBT 79, IELTS Academic 6.5). No minimum German language requirement.
Instruction: English (with optional supplementary subjects in German or other disciplines)
- Strong background in microeconomic and macroeconomic theory
- Proficiency in quantitative methods including mathematics, statistics, and econometrics
- Advanced analytical and critical thinking skills
- Ability to conduct empirical research and analyze economic data
- Fluency in English (C1 level)
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with a minimum grade of 2.5 (German grading system)
- Minimum of 180 ECTS credits, including 35 ECTS in economics theory and 15 ECTS in quantitative methods
- No nationality restrictions, but proof of financial means (11,904 EUR for one year) required for visa/residency applications
- No age restrictions
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How to apply
Deadline: Winter semester: 1 April – 31 May (for international applicants via uni-assist); 1 June – 1 August (for German applicants)
Applicants must submit their application through uni-assist for international applicants or directly through Kiel University’s portal for German applicants. Required documents include a Bachelor’s degree certificate, official module manuals (or syllabi) proving the required ECTS credits, proof of English proficiency, and a CV. International applicants must also provide proof of financial means for visa/residency purposes.
- Bachelor’s degree certificate
- Official module manuals or syllabi (in German or English)
- Proof of English proficiency (e.g., TOEFL, IELTS, UNIcert®)
- CV
- Proof of financial means (for international applicants)
- Passport-sized photograph
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