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MA
Master
Duration
4 semesters
Language
English
EURTuition
Free (400 EUR/sem)
Intake
Winter
About Development Economics
The University of Gottingen is a prestigious institution located in Germany, known for its strong academic programs and research opportunities. The course in Development Economics at the university is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the economic issues facing developing countries. Students will have the opportunity to study topics such as poverty, inequality, and economic growth, and to explore the various policies and strategies that can be implemented to promote development. The program also emphasizes the importance of empirical research and data analysis in understanding and addressing development challenges. Overall, the University of Gottingen offers a rigorous and comprehensive education in Development Economics, preparing students for careers in international development, policy analysis, and research.
Specialization
-Two specializations offered .... Quantitative Economics Agricultural Economics
Fields of study
Economics(Business & Economics)
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Admission eligibility
What you need to apply for Development Economics at University of Gottingen
English language
IELTS Overall
7/ 9.0
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One of the following criteria must be met:
a) Internet-based test: "Test of English as a Foreign Language" (Internet-based TOEFL): at least 95 points
b) Paper-based test: "Test of English as a Foreign Language" (TOEFL PBT): at least 577 points
c) IELTS Academic ("International English Language Testing System"): at least volume 7 with no section below 6
d) Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: at least grade "A"
e) Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English: at least grade "C"
f) CEF ("Common European Framework"): at least proof of "C1" (comparable to "Association of Language Testers in Europe (ALTE)" level 4)
g) UNIcertF: at least level III
h) At least two years of study or work abroad in an English-speaking country during the last three years before the submission of your application for admission to the programme
i) Successful completion of a programme of study held entirely in the English language
German language
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Not needed
Academic requirements
Minimum ECTS credits
180
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A course of study of at least 6 semesters in length with a Bachelor's degree comprising at least 180 ECTS credits in the subject of Economics or a closely related subject.
Verification of at least 150 of the 180 ECTS credits is required at the time of application (83% of your overall credits for programmes with any other structure)
Not needed
Prerequisites
Proof of relevance of previous studies
- A course of study of at least 6 semesters in length with a Bachelor's degree comprising at least 180 ECTS credits in the subject of Economics or a closely related subject.
- Verification of at least 150 of the 180 ECTS credits is required at the time of application (83% of your overall credits for programmes with any other structure)
- Academic achievement in Economics and/or Agricultural Economics and/or Econometrics totalling at least 60 ECTS credits (as measured for a 180 ECTS bachelor's programme; for any other programme types at least one third of overall courses taken), including courses in Economic Theory, Agricultural Economics, and Development Economics totalling at least 30 ECTS credits (or one sixth) altogether.
- As part of fulfilling the minimum of 30 ECTS course requirements in Economic Theory, Agricultural Economics, and Development Economics:
- A minimum of 18 ECTS must be from modules with intermediate or high scientific level. For courses to be considered intermediate or advanced, the course content must clearly go beyond introductory or basic concepts.
- Academic achievement in Mathematics or Statistics or Econometrics (in addition to the courses possibly counted above) totalling at least 12 ECTS credits (or 7% of overall credits for other structures).
Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to Development Economics
Programme-specific documents
1. Online application form: This is a summary of your entries in the application form, which you received via e-mail as a PDF document.
2. Proof of credits earned during your studies
Please note that we have to reject applications without a proof of achieved average grade certified by your examination office. Additional information about your grading system are helpful for your application (lowest (minimum) passing grade required as well as the maximum achievable grade (highest passing grade)).
Case 1: Your bachelor's degree at the time of application is not yet available
In this case, please send an official certificate from your university (such as a statement of courses or a transcript) of the courses you have taken (including ECTS points, which must total at least 150 ECTS) as well as your grade point average.
Note: To verify your eligibility for the master's programme, we must be able to confirm that you have completed sufficient courses in the areas of economics, agricultural economics, mathematics, econometrics and statistics. If your bachelor's thesis is relevant (you must have also passed the thesis), you should also include this for consideration.
Courses completed abroad:
If your transcript is not in German or English, it must be translated to either German or English by an official translator that also notarizes the translation.
Case 2: You have completed and bachelor's programme and have the certificate to show it
Please submit your complete graduation certificate.
If your graduation certificate does not include the course name and ECTS credits of your completed courses, please include a proof of all courses (modules) you took, i.e. diploma supplement or transcript of records (see Case 1). Please don't forget to also include information from your first semesters of study, which may not be included on your official certificate.
Note: To verify your eligibility for the master's programme, we must be able to confirm that you have completed sufficient courses in the areas of economics, agricultural economics, mathematics, econometrics and statistics. If your bachelor's thesis is relevant (you must have also passed the thesis), you should also include this for consideration.
Courses completed abroad:
If your transcript is not in German or English, it must be translated to either German or English by an official translator that also notarizes the translation.
3. Resume: Should be written in English and outline your academic and other relevant experience to date.
4. Motivation letter: A written statement (length: max. 500 words/ 1 page), which outlines your motivation and interest in the development field and this master's programme in particular.
5. Verification of sufficient English language knowledge.
Applicants whose native language is not English must have sufficient knowledge of the English language. Sufficient knowledge of English must be demonstrated by minimum performance in an internationally recognized test or comparable performance.at least 95 points in "Test of English as a Foreign Language, internet-based test" (TOEFL iBT/TOEFL iBT Home Edition).
APS certification for applicants from China, India, Mongolia and Vietnam.
Official course descriptions: Documents that outline the content and expectations of courses you completed
Please do not include any evaluation letters from internships or letters of recommendations. They will not be considered.
https://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/required+application+doc...
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
Requirements vary by nationality and issuing country. Many German universities require certified translations and, in some cases, document apostilles. Verify current requirements directly with the admissions office, or use our document services for guided preparation.
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Step-by-step guide to applying for Development Economics at University of Gottingen
Application procedure
The application will be completely digital. If requested, you are obliged to submit original documents subsequently. The application process consists of four steps:
1. You complete the online application form for the Master's programme in Development Economics during the application period and send it by clicking on the send button at the end of the form
2. You will then receive an email with a link to a document upload portal. The email also contains your login data (user name and password) for the upload portal. You will also find two PDF documents in this email: The summary of your data from step 1 and additionally a list of the required application documents that you need to upload (Checklist Application Documents).
3. Go to the upload portal, enter your username and password from the email and follow the steps in the upload portal to upload your documents.
4. Once the selection process is complete, you will receive an email reply to your application. You can expect this possibly six weeks after the end of the application deadline.
Please note that as an EPOS scholarship holder you can only start the programme in the winter term (October) of each year and applications are only possible from October 1 through November 15 of the previous year. Please see here for further information.
Please check your application materials for completeness before clicking on “Binding Submission” in our upload portal. Unfortunately, incomplete applications, or those sent after the deadline will not be considered.
For any further questions, please feel free to contact the Student Advisory Service of the Faculty of Business and Economics - our study advisors are looking forward to assisting you.
We wish you the best of luck on your application, and look forward to hearing from you.
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