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Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg
Magdeburg
Economic Policy Analysis
Subjects: Economics
M.Sc. | Master of Science
Course description
The research-oriented master's program in Economic Policy Analysis equips students with the skills to independently tackle complex economic issues using both theoretical and empirical methods. This program emphasizes the analysis of economic policy measures across various domains, including trade policy, labor markets, social policy, and environmental policy. Students will learn to apply empirical procedures for evidence-based policy analysis and explore behavioral economic methods, such as laboratory experiments. The program is taught in English, fostering a multinational student body. Additionally, students have the option to take German-language modules within the faculty, focusing on specialization and supplementary areas. This program is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of economic policies and their impacts, preparing students for a career in economic analysis and policy-making.
Program Information
| Study Location | Magdeburg |
| Start Semester | Winter |
| Study Form | Full-time |
| Study Type | Postgraduate |
| Teaching Language | English |
| Dual | No |
| Remote | No |
| Application Fee non-EU | No information |
| Study Length | 4 Semesters |
| Tuition Fees per Semester | No Tuition Fee |
| Cost per Semester | 278 EUR |
Step 2 - Check Application Requirements
Application Requirements
Language Requirements
| CEFR | No information |
| IELTS | No information |
| Cambridge (CAE) | No information |
| TOEFL IBT | No information |
Proof of English language skills on C1 level with one of the recognized options.
Qualification Requirements
Relevant bachelor's, diploma, or comparable degree with at least 140 ECTS (at the time of applying), and an average grade of 2.9 or better, determined from the examination results. - A study program is counted relevant, if the academic degree has been gained in the field of economics or at least 60 ECTS (EU degrees) or 12 modules (non-EU) have been acquired in business and economics courses, plus at least 15 ECTS (EU degrees) or 4 modules (non-EU) in courses of quantitative methods.
Application Process
| Acceptance Interview | No |
| Acceptance local admission restrictions | Not restricted |
| Application |
directly at the University, uni-assist |
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