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How to apply
What you need to apply for Economics & Institutions at Philipps-University Marburg
A very good command of the English Language (at least level C1 in the Common
European Framework of Reference for Languages) is a prerequisite.
C1-Level can be proven with:
Test of English as a foreign Language (TOEFL) Internet based (0-120 points) with a
result of at least 95 points
Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC) (10-990 points) with an
result of at least 945 points
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a minimum mark of 7.0
IELTS
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) (Cambridge University): Certificate in
Advanced English (CAE)
Academic degree in a course of studies in which the language of instruction is
predominantly English.
Certificate of the Sprachenzentrum of the University of Marburg (the test takes about
60 minutes and includes an oral examination). You can apply for the test here:
http://www.unimarburg.de/sprachenzentrum/lehrangebot/engl...
Please also check our website at: www.uni-marburg.de/msc-econinst
If students do not have completed their course of studies at the time of application, they have to submit a transcript of records including a preliminary grade,
calculated on the basis of at least 144 ECTS credits
Personal statement, c. 2 pages DIN A4 (German standard format) with 1,800 keystrokes each. In this document the applicant should argue why he/she is suitable for the economics and institutions courses including the criteria above.
Tabular curriculum vitae (about 1 DIN A4 page)
The M.Sc. Economics, Institutions, and Behavior is designed as a consecutive programme for students with a B.Sc./B.A. in Economics or a B.Sc./B.A. with an Economics major. At the time of application, students should have been awarded at least 72 ECTS credits in economics, business administration, or economics-related methods (e.g. mathematics, statistics). If students do not have completed their course of studies at the time of application, they have to submit a transcript of records including a preliminary grade, calculated on the basis of at least 144 ECTS credits.
2\. A very good command of the English Language-TOEFL (Internet-based): 95 points. English language proficiency can also be proven by an academic degree in a course of studies in which the language of instruction is predominantly English, or by a certificate of the Sprachenzentrum of the University of Marburg (the test takes about 60 minutes and includes an oral examination).
After prescreening by Uniassist you will be invited for a telephonic interview by a member of the selection committee, usually an economics professor. The interview typically includes questions about the candidate’s knowledge of economics and institutions, as well as the candidate’s reasons for applying for the programme (up to 2 points can be earned through the interview)
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What to prepare for your application to Economics & Institutions
1. Application (online application via the application portal uni-assist): please follow the Apply-Now-Button on the website of the Master of Science in Economics and Institutions
2. The first fundamental university degree including the final grade
3. Transcript of records for determining the contents of your previous studies
4. The certificate of English skills at a C1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages by the Council of Europe 2
5. Personal statement, c. 2 pages DIN A4 (German standard format) with 1,800 keystrokes each. In this document the applicant should argue why he/she is suitable for the economics and institutions courses including the criteria above.
6. Tabular curriculum vitae (about 1 DIN A4 page)
7. If available additional certificates for personal suitability for the economics and institution courses including the criteria above
8. Applicants from China, Mongolia, and Vietnam must include an APS certificate (please contact your local German embassy)
Important: Documents must be submitted both in the original language and as an officially
certified translation into English.
This programme applies directly or via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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View document bundleStep-by-step guide to applying for Economics & Institutions at Philipps-University Marburg
Submit a formal online application within the deadline applicable to a specific term, that is, by 15 July for the winter semester and by 15 January for the summer semester. Applications must be submitted online via uni-assist (start the application here). This is the ONLY acceptable way to submit an application.
Applications are processed by uni-assist, an external service provider. The clearing may take up four weeks.
Applicants who submit their complete application no later than 5 November / 10 May are eligible for accommodation in one of the University’s residence halls.
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FB 02 | School of Business and Economics
Universitätsstraße 25
35037 Marburg
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Tuition
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Semester contribution
242.3 EUR
per semester
Application fee
75 EUR
one-time
Estimated year-1 total cost
12,388 – 12,388 EUR
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Additional fee information
In Marburg, there are no tuition fees by law. However, the University charges an administration fee of currently about 265 Euro per semester. This fee includes subsidized meals at the refectory and free public transport throughout Hessen.
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