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Master
Master
Duration
4 semesters
Language
English
EURTuition
1,500+ EUR/sem
Intake
Winter
About Public Policy
The University of Erfurt is a prestigious institution located in the heart of Germany. It offers a wide range of courses, including the highly regarded Public Policy program. This course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the political and social factors that shape public policy decisions. The University of Erfurt's Public Policy program is known for its rigorous curriculum and dedicated faculty members who are experts in the field. Graduates of this program are well-equipped to pursue careers in government, non-profit organizations, and the private sector.
Specialization
Students should choose two out of four specializations: Non-Profit Management and Social Entrepreneurship International and Global Public Policy Development and Socio-Economic Policies Conflict Studies and Management
Fields of study
Economics(Business & Economics)
Sociology(Social Sciences & Humanities)
Law & Politics(Social Sciences & Humanities)
How to apply
Channeldirect
Modeonline
Admission eligibility
What you need to apply for Public Policy at University of Erfurt
English language
IELTS Overall
6.5/ 9.0
Public info
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TOEFL iBT: minimum of 90 points
IELTS: 6.5 points
Sprachzertifikate: Cambridge English C1 Advanced (CAE) or Cambridge English C2 Proficiency (CPE) certificate
German language
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No. German proficiency is not an admission requirement for the MPP program, which is taught entirely in English.
Prerequisites
higher education entrance qualification (i.e., high school diploma)
college or university degree (i.e., Bachelor, Master, Diploma, state exam, etc.) with a duration of at least six semesters
above-average grades
a minimum of one year of professional performance
analytical talent and pronounced interest in political problems
Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to Public Policy
Programme-specific documents
Curriculum Vitae
Statement of Purpose
Certified Copies of Diplomas, Degree Certificates and Transcripts
Proof of Professional Work Experience
Proof of English Proficiency
Copy of Your Passport
Standard documents (most universities also require)
- Completed online application form
- Bachelor's degree certificate (original + certified translation)
- Bachelor's degree transcript (original + certified translation)
- English language certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent)
- German language certificate (if required by the programme)
- Statement of Purpose / Letter of Motivation
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Letters of Recommendation (LOR)
- Passport copy
- APS certificate (required for India, China, Vietnam, Pakistan applicants)
This programme applies directly or via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
Open application portalApostille and notarization
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Step-by-step guide to applying for Public Policy at University of Erfurt
Application procedure
Collect all required documents (see extensive application checklist below).
Register on our Online Application Portal
Fill in the online form, upload your documents , and submit your online application (see video tutorial below).
Wait for our response (you find our decision timeline here).
After receiving conditional admission based on your online application, we will ask you to submit true-certified hard copies of some of your documents via postal mail in order to receive final admission to the MPP. You can and should already apply with the conditional admission letter, in case you require a student visa.
Pay the tuition fees for the first semester (tentative deadline: August 15)
Travel to Erfurt in early October for our Orientation Week and for enrollment at the university.
Application quick facts
Apply via
direct
Mode
online
Application fee
0 EUR
Estimated time
Varies by programme
Complexity
Varies
Address
University of Erfurt (Campus)
Nordhäuser Str. 63
99089 Erfurt
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Tuition
1,500+ EUR
per semester
Semester contribution
1,800 EUR
per semester
Application fee
0 EUR
one-time
Estimated year-1 total cost
18,504 – 27,504 EUR
Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs. Range accounts for lifestyle differences.
Additional fee information
1600
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