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Winter
The University of Hamburg is a prestigious institution located in the heart of the city. It offers a wide range of courses, including a comprehensive program in Economics. The Economics course at the University of Hamburg is known for its rigorous curriculum and world-class faculty. Students have the opportunity to study various aspects of economics, including microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics. Graduates from the Economics program at the University of Hamburg are well-equipped to pursue successful careers in finance, consulting, and academia.
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How to apply
What you need to apply for Economics at University of Hamburg
University degree
Depending on the profile of your primary degree, i.e., your previous higher education, there are three application categories, each with its respective admission requirements:
a) a degree in Economics or 'Volkswirtschaftslehre'
b) a degree in a related subject, with sufficient advanced training in Economics
c) a degree in Mathematics, Mathematical Economics, Statistics or the equivalent
A. Applicants who have completed a degree in Economics or 'Volkswirtschaftslehre' are considered to have sufficient economic background to apply to the program.
B. Applicants with advanced training in Economics (i.e., a degree with strong focus on Economics) must show you have sufficient training in advanced economic analysis.
Your transcript of records must document the following types of courses:
two lectures\* in general economics, i.e. , basic micro- and macroeconomics,
three lectures\* on advanced topics in economics, of which at least one must cover predominantly theoretical and one predominantly applied issues
three lectures\* in mathematics, statistics and econometrics, of which at least one must be in mathematics and one must be in either statistics or econometrics
In lieu of the three lectures in mathematics, statistics and econometrics, a GRE revised General Test with at least 155 points in the quantitative section, or a GRE Subject Test Mathematics with a score of at least 700 points will fulfill the requirement.
If you have more courses than required (for each area) choose which courses you want to have considered in the selection process. Clearly identify the required lectures on your transcript.
\* A lecture must consist of at least 2 hours per week over the course of one semester.
C. Applicants with a degree in mathematics, economathematics, statistics, or the equivalent.
If you have completed a degree in one of these fields, you must show sufficient training in advanced mathematics to be admitted. This means your transcript of records must document the following types of courses:
Lectures\* on Linear Algebra and Analysis
Lectures\* on Statistics or Lectures\* on Econometrics
Alternatively, a GRE revised General Test score of at least 155 points in the quantitative section, or a GRE Subject Test Mathematics score of at least 700 points may be submitted instead of the lectures to meet the requirement.
\* A lecture must consist of at least 2 hours per week over the course of one semester.
The GRE test results defined as per the admission requirements also demonstrate the English language skills required for the program.
What to prepare for your application to Economics
1. Degree certificate or provisional Transcript of Records
2. Proof of English language skills
3. Up-to-date transcript of records
4. GRE Mathematics test results (if applicable)
5. Letter of motivation (500 words max., In English)
6. At least one letter of recommendation from a university lecturer in your primary degree program.The referee must be be a lecturer (at least PhD level) who teaches full-time at your (or another) university. Emeritus professors are also eligible to write a letter of recommendation. Please note that we do not accept references from postdocs/research fellows.
This programme applies directly or via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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You will need to complete the online application available at Universität Hamburg's application portal during the application period: www.uni-hamburg.de/online-bewerbung/
Please create a user account, enter your information online, upload the required documents to your online application and submit your application electronically.
The application procedure for the Master's Program in Economics is an online procedure. This means that you do not need to submit any documents in paper form to the University of Hamburg. Selection is online and the documents you upload online. If you are admitted to enrollment, you will need to submit documents in paper form to the Application and Admissions team. Confirming the information you provide in your online application. Please note that the offer may be withdrawn otherwise.
If the number of applicants exceeds the number of places available, a selection will be made on the basis of ranking. Candidates who meet the formal requirements for admission will be ranked according to the following criteria:
For applicants of category a):
GPA/CGPA (50%)
Letter of motivation and letter of recommendation (50%)
For applicants of category b):
GPA/CGPA (25%)
Grade average of required courses OR results of the GRE revised General Test/GRE Subject Test Mathematics (25%)
Letter of motivation and letter of recommendation (50%)
For applicants of category c):
GPA/CGPA (25%)
Grade average of required courses OR results of the GRE revised General Test/GRE Subject Test Mathematics (25%)
Letter of motivation and letter of recommendation (50%)
For details of the legal basis for this regulation, please see the selection bylaws for your chosen master's program.
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Application fee
50 EUR
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Address
Khalil Ahmed, Von-Melle-Park 5, 20146 Hamburg
University of Hamburg
Academic Office Economics
Von-Melle-Park 5, Building C
D-20146 Hamburg
https://www.uni-hamburg.de/campuscenter/beratung/info-ber...
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