Courses are held in English (75%) and German (25%). Participants can choose to write the Master's thesis in either language.
Non-EU applicants: 15 July for the following winter semester, 15 January for the following summer semester
EU applicants: 15 July for the following winter semester, 15 January for the following summer semester
Building on the knowledge gained from a previous Bachelor's programme, students are expected to complete this consecutive, research-oriented Master's programme within four semesters. The Master's programme covers the entire spectrum of economics and enables specialisation in one field.
The completion of the Master’s thesis demonstrates that students are able to work independently on a concrete economic problem over a period of several months and can present and document the results at an appropriate scientific level.
The programme allows students to tailor their studies according to their specific interests, e.g. in the areas of econometrics/statistics, public economics, digital economics, energy and resource economics, or transport economics. At the same time, students will still receive a sound and broad education in economics. The goal of the programme is to provide technical and methodological skills that enable students to work scientifically and solve complex theoretical and/or practical problems in economics.
Accordingly, graduates of the Master's programme have an in-depth understanding of economics. They possess strong methodological and analytical skills, which they have already put into practice through specific participation in regular research activities (e.g. in the context of seminar papers and theses).
The graduates are also qualified to independently increase their expertise in the relevant economic fields. They have the academic and scientific ability to grasp the connections between economic and social life in order to consciously exercise the social responsibility associated with this knowledge.
The Master’s programme in Economics is a follow-on to a Bachelor’s degree course in economic science. In principle, however, the programme is also open to graduates of degree programmes related to business administration. The Master's programme extends over four semesters. Students can enter the programme in either the summer or winter semester.
The first three semesters consist of lectures, seminars, and tutorials. The third semester can be spent abroad. The fourth semester is reserved for project-oriented learning and the MA thesis.
Traditional lectures are largely replaced by seminars, project work, and an introduction to independent research. The limited number of students and the wide range of electives ensure an excellent student-teacher ratio.
Since the Master's programme is research-oriented, a sound knowledge of econometrics and an intimate familiarity with the theoretical foundations of economics are essential. The module on project-oriented learning allows students to gain practical experience in scientific work. This experience will be deepened and broadened as they embark on the preparation of their thesis without external assistance.
Students must pay a semester contribution fee of 316.98 EUR per semester. This includes a "semester ticket" covering public transportation in the greater Münster area as well as the German federal state of North Rhine-Westphalia.
You can find more information here:
https://www.uni-muenster.de/studieninteressierte/en/einschreibung/semesterbeitrag.shtml
We recommend that students budget at least 900 EUR per month to cover personal expenses (accommodation, living expenses, health insurance).
Bachelor's in Economics or a related field with a minimum of 40 ECTS in Economics and a minimum of 10 ECTS in Mathematics/Statistics/Econometrics
Proficiency in German (DSH-2 level) and English (level B2)
German: DSH-2 level
English: level B2
Non-EU applicants: 15 July for the following winter semester, 15 January for the following summer semester
EU applicants: 15 July for the following winter semester, 15 January for the following summer semester
As in all popular university cities in Germany, accommodation is in high demand and is not easy to find in Münster – but it’s not impossible either!
Please contact the International Office (Bachelor's and Master's students) or the WWU Graduate Centre (doctoral candidates) for advice. Please also note that the University of Münster (like most German public universities) does not have its own student halls of residence.
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