Masters

MA Development Economics and International Studies (DEIS)

FAU Erlangen

Erlangen, Germany

Program Overview

The “ Master of Arts in Development Economics and International Studies ” (MA DEIS) is an economics-centred programme designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of students...

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Financials

Tuition FeesNone
Living Expenses11904 euros (living expense) plus semester contribution
Note: Most public universities in Germany are tuition-free. You only pay a semester contribution (~EUR 300) which usually includes a public transport ticket.
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Intakes and Duration

Intake Season

Winter (October)

Duration

4 semesters

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Career Outcomes

Policy AnalystNGO Programme OfficerInternational Affairs ConsultantUrban PlannerResearch Associate

You can always explore various career paths after completing this program. The listed options are some of the most popular among graduates.

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Salary Outlook

Typical range

€45,000 – €75,000 per year

Fresher, mid-level, and experienced ranges are linked to external sources so they stay auditable for applicants.

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Language & Exams

Teaching Language

English

One of the following (or an equivalent test result): TOEFL–iBT: 95 or above / CBT: 240 or above / PBT: 587 or above / ITP: 627 or above The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL®) is valid for two years after the test date. The Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuernberg institution code for ordering your official TOEFL test score from ETS is 8265. There is no department code; this can be left blank. Applicants can order their score reports through their test taker profiles by indicating Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuernberg, institution code 8265. The Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuernberg verifies the TOEFL results in the online verification system provided by ETS. The Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuernberg accepts MyBest™ scores for the TOEFL iBT® test in addition to TOEFL iBT scores from a single test date. Additional information about how to prepare for the test, where to find the nearest test centre, and many other resources can be found at: www.toeflgoanywhere.org IELTS: C1 / 7.0 or above, minimum of 6.0 in each section Please mention your "Test Report Form" (TRF) number which is printed on the paper Test Report Form. UNIcert® III TOEIC: 945 or above Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) / Business English Certificate (BEC) Higher Please provide us with your unique "candidate’s ID number" and your "candidate’s secret number". By sharing this information, the candidate gives permission to verify the result. telc English C1 CEFR: C1

IELTS required (IELTS 7.0 overall)No extra certification required
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Requirements

Academic Admission

Applicants must have a qualified degree (Bachelor's, "Diplom", or equivalent) in economics or a related field. Applicants should have 70 ECTS in economics/management including at least basic knowledge of (a minimum of 5 ECTS each in) microeconomics, macroeconomics, and statistics/econometrics. Grade point average of 2.5 or better (in the German marking system) in the undergraduate programme Proof of English language skills (C1 or higher), see below Additionally, applicants will be asked to submit the following documents: A letter of application in English, no more than two pages in length, in which the applicant explains why he/she is qualified for admission to the degree programme If available: proof of qualified practical experience in the field of development economics as well as a description of the practical experience written in English by the applicant (description of tasks and responsibilities), one page in length

APS Certificate

An APS certificate is required for applicants who have completed their qualifying education in India, China, or Vietnam.

IELTS Score

IELTS 7.0 overall

Application Deadline

Application deadlines are subject to changes. Please refer to the above university course link for the most accurate information.

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