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MSc
Master
Economics
Winter: May 31, 2026
Duration
4 semesters
Language
Bilingual
EURTuition
Free
Intake
Winter
About Economics
The University of Erlangen-Nuremberg (FAU Erlangen-Nuremberg) is a renowned research university located in Bavaria, Germany. The university offers a wide range of courses, including a highly respected program in Economics. The Economics course at FAU Erlangen-Nuremberg provides students with a comprehensive understanding of economic theory, policy, and analysis. Students have the opportunity to engage in hands-on research and gain practical experience through internships and study abroad programs. Graduates of the Economics program at FAU Erlangen-Nuremberg are well-equipped to pursue careers in finance, consulting, government, and academia.
Fields of study
Economics(Business & Economics)
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Admission eligibility
What you need to apply for Economics at University of Erlangen-Nuremberg (FAU Erlangen-Nuremberg)
English language
IELTS Overall
5.5/ 9.0
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Evidence of sufficient English skills of at least B2 level of the CEFR; equivalent internationally recognised English language tests are accepted.
German language
Maximum German grade(lower is better)
2.8
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Academic requirements
Minimum ECTS credits
140
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Candidates who have not completed their Bachelor's studies at the time of application must provide an official transcript of all examination results to date and their weighted average grade. A minimum of 135 ECTS (75% of required credits for completion) are required.
candidates who have not completed their Bachelor studies at the time of application must provide an official transcript of all examination results to date and their weighted average grade. A minimum of 135 ECTS (75% of required credits for completion) are required.
Prerequisites
Please note: Applications not fulfilling the following requirements will be directly rejected:
- Bachelor degree with GPA no worse than 2.89 according to the German grading system
- At least 40 ECTS in economics and quantitative courses combined (not counting business or finance)
- Evidence of sufficient English skills of at least the B2 level of the CEFR
- A letter of application in English of no more than 2 pages (font = Arial, font size = 11pt, line spacing 1.5, page margins > 2cm, maximum 800 words, file format = pdf) outlining your qualifications relevant for the study program, with particular emphasis on your preparedness for the compulsory modules and the specialization(s) you plan to focus on
Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to Economics
Programme-specific documents
Required documents
Curriculum vitae: table form
University entrance qualification: school certificate (e.g., Abitur, Bachillerato)
University degree and average grade: include Bachelor diploma and transcript of records
Candidates who have not completed their Bachelor’s studies at the time of application must provide an official transcript of all exams passed to date and GPA. A minimum of 135 ECTS (i.e., 75% of the required credits for completion) is required.
A letter of application in English
Applicants who completed their first degree in China, Vietnam, or India also require an APS certificate
Evidence of sufficient English skills of at least B2 level of the CEFR:
For international candidates, a certificate equivalent to at least the B2 level of the CEFR.
For German candidates, it is sufficient to present a German school certificate documenting proficiency in English.
Here you can find an equivalence table on internationally recognized English language tests.
Additional documents (optional)
Certificates of internships
Certificates relating to exchange semesters
Foreign language certificates
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.
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Step-by-step guide to applying for Economics at University of Erlangen-Nuremberg (FAU Erlangen-Nuremberg)
Application procedure
All applicants must first apply online using the application portal Campo. Afterwards, you have to send the application documents to the Master's Office by post. You need to send certifed copies of your documents.
https://www.campo.fau.de/qisserver/pages/cs/sys/portal/hi...
Selection process
Applicants will be first evaluated regarding their university performance (Bachelor's Degree), as well as regarding their qualifications, knowledge and skills in the field of economics. Applicants should have an academic degree (with above-average grades) in economics, mathematics, social sciences, engineering or related disciplines.
Second, further accomplishments and qualifications (e.g. internships, language skills and international experience) will be taken into account.
Candidates, for whom their suitability cannot be unambiguously established, will be invited to an interview. If this is the case, you will be personally informed.
A selection committee decides upon your suitability for admission, considering the admission criteria.
Application quick facts
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Mode
online
Application fee
0 EUR
Estimated time
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Complexity
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Address
FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg
Referat L4 – Masterbüro
Schlossplatz 4
91054 Erlangen
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Estimated year-1 total cost
11,904 – 11,904 EUR
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Acceptance rate
0%
0 accepted out of 9 total applications
Grade benchmarksGerman scale (1.0 = best, 4.0 = passing)
1.99
Avg. rejected grade
German scale
Based on 9 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.
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