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Technical University of Dortmund
Dortmund
Econometrics
Subjects: Economics;Statistics
M.Sc. | Master of Science
Course description
Econometrics is a four-semester, English-language master’s program offered collaboratively by TU Dortmund University (TUDO), Ruhr-University Bochum (RUB), and the University of Duisburg-Essen (UDE). This program is a joint effort by the economics faculties of these three universities and the Department of Statistics at TU Dortmund University. The curriculum merges the empirical economic research and economics expertise of the participating faculties with the methodical training provided by statisticians and econometricians at Germany’s only Department of Statistics. This unique blend of training and research skills creates a specialized curriculum for quantitatively-oriented students. The program covers a wide range of topics in econometrics and applied economics, ensuring a comprehensive education that prepares students for advanced research and professional practice in these fields.
Program Information
| Study Location | Dortmund |
| 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 | 300 EUR |
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Application Requirements
Language Requirements
| CEFR | No information |
| IELTS | 7 |
| Cambridge (CAE) | No information |
| TOEFL IBT | 95 |
Econometrics is an English-language Master’s program. Candidates must provide evidence of sufficient knowledge of English (at least level B2). We accept the following proofs: a German certificate of general qualification for university entrance (English from 5th or 7th grade up to the Abitur) an internationally recognised language certificate a diploma from an English-speaking school or an English-speaking course of study comparable evidence
Qualification Requirements
The program is aimed at quantitatively oriented students with a strong interest to acquire the necessary theoretical foundations for a career in econometric research. Especially the core modules are demanding in terms of mathematical rigor! A BSc or equivalent degree in Economics, Mathematics, Statistics or a related discipline is required. At least 15 ECTS in both Economics and mathematics/statistics/econometrics are required. Candidates who do not fully meet these credit requirements may in general be admitted on the condition that they successfully complete certain undergraduate level courses. If admission is subject to conditions, applicants will be informed thereof in their notification of admission. In any case, a regular application must first be submitted in due time.
Document Requirements
Your degree certificate: (Bachelor of Science/Engineering or Sarjana I, botherdis, Lisans, Diplôme d'Ingénieur d'Etat etc.) This includes notarized copies of the original and an official transcript to German or English language, furnished by an official translator , if the certificate originals are neither in English or German. The requested degree must be 2.0 or better in the German scale. Your mark sheets of all terms and other records of your academic education in undergraduate studies. These mark sheets must include the grades as well as the credit points collected. Each topic should be clearly identified. This includes notarized copies of the original and an official transcript in German or English language, furnished by an official translator, if the certificate originals are neither in English or German. Explanation of your grading system (see note 3 below) Applicants from China, Vietnam and India will need an APS certificate as a mandatory prerequisite
Application Process
| Acceptance Interview | No |
| Acceptance local admission restrictions | Not restricted |
| Application |
directly at the University, uni-assist |
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