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University of Bayreuth
Bayreuth
History & Economics
Subjects: History;Economics
M.A. | Master of Arts
Course description
The economy never stands still. Recent economic crises have shown us that looking at the long-term picture helps us grasp economic changes better. This insight has fueled a surge in the field of economic history over the past few years. There's a growing demand for experts who can analyze complex economic relationships and craft solutions based on historical knowledge. The master’s program in History & Economics offers a unique interdisciplinary education in Germany. This program blends history and economics, providing a career-qualifying degree. Graduates can either step into the private sector or pursue further postgraduate education. This combination of study subjects equips you with the skills to understand and address economic challenges through a historical lens.
Program Information
Study Location | Bayreuth |
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 | 143 EUR |
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Language Requirements
CEFR | B2 |
IELTS | 7.5 |
Cambridge (CAE) | No information |
TOEFL IBT | 95 |
UNIcert III: Pass Cambridge Proficiency: Pass Cambridge Advanced: Grade B Cambridge First:Grade A IELTS: Band 7.5 TOEFL iBT: 95 TOEFL ITP: 627 German Abitur certificate is not automatically accepted, but can be submitted for examination if it expressly states the language level you have achieved, and this level is based on a KMK directive. When B2 is required UNIcert II: Pass or better Cambridge Proficiency: Pass or better Cambridge Advanced: Grade C or better Cambridge First:Grade B or better IELTS: Band 6.5 TOEFL iBT: 80 TOEFL ITP: 543 German Abitur certificate if it expressly states the language level you have achieved, and this level is based on a KMK directive.
Qualification Requirements
A bachelor's degree (or completed programme of study) with a grade of “gut (2,5)” ["good" ] or better in the bachelor's programmes Economics, History or Philosophy & Economics at the University of Bayreuth, or an equivalent degree Equivalency Equivalency of the completed bachelor's degree is the responsibility of the board of examiners and is not determined conclusively until the application process is under way; for further questions regarding your application, please contact the Programme Coordinators
Document Requirements
uni-assist for an application for Universität Bayreuth Preliminary review documentation Deadline for submitting the VPD in the online application in CAMPUSonline: 15 July Please request your VPD via the uni-assist web portal as early as possible - but at the latest 6-8 weeks before the respective application deadline at the University of Bayreuth. find out more Curriculum vitae you can download and fill out this template Language certificate ENGLISH level B2 find out more Language certificate GERMAN level A1 can be obtained during the first year of the programme find out more Passport please provide an electronic copy of your valid passport. If you do not have a German identification card, you may submit a copy of your temporary identification or your international passport. Secondary school leaving certificate including subjects and grades (e.g. Abitur, High School Diploma, A-Levels, or equivalent) original language + certified translation in German or English (only required if the document was not issued in German or English) Transcript of records BACHELOR (or for comparable degree) including subjects and grades- at least 150 ECTS points with a final grade corresponding to "2,5" or better on the German grading system Grade conversion original language + certified translation in German or English (only required if the document was not issued in German or English) Written presentation of course-specific competences (letter of motivation)
Application Process
Acceptance Interview | No |
Acceptance local admission restrictions | Not restricted |
Application |
directly at the University, uni-assist with VPD |
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