DIW Berlin Graduate Center (Economics)
German Institute for Economic Research (DIW Berlin)
Program Overview
The DIW Berlin Graduate Center (GC) offers a four-year programme of in-depth training in economics leading to a PhD from one of Berlin's universities. The goal of the doctoral...
EURFinancials
Financials
INFOIntakes and Duration
Intakes and Duration
Intake Season
Winter (October)
Duration
8 semesters
COCareer Outcomes
Career Outcomes
You can always explore various career paths after completing this program. The listed options are some of the most popular among graduates.
EURSalary Outlook
Salary Outlook
Typical range
The stated annual salary (e.g., TV-L E13: €50,000–€65,000 for 100%) refers to a full-time position. In practice, many universities and public research institutes (such as Leibniz institutes) offer part-time contracts, commonly 50%, 65%, or 75%, and only occasionally 100%. The actual salary is therefore proportional to the contract percentage. Applicants are strongly advised to clarify the employment percentage before accepting an offer.
Fresher, mid-level, and experienced ranges are linked to external sources so they stay auditable for applicants.
LANGLanguage & Exams
Language & Exams
Teaching Language
English
Applicants whose native language is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency unless they hold a degree from a university in an English-speaking country, have studied at least one semester at an English-speaking university, or can prove that the majority of courses during their Master's studies were taught in English. Sufficient evidence for a good command of English is a high score on the "Test of English as a Foreign Language" (TOEFL).
REQRequirements
Requirements
Academic Admission
Applicants must hold a Master's degree or diploma in economics. Degrees in other related fields (such as civil engineering, statistics, or quantitative social sciences) may also fulfil requirements for the programme if applicants have sufficient background knowledge in economics. Applicants whose native language is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency. For more information on the application requirements, visit: https://www.diw.de/en/diw_01.c.799242.en/application.html .
APS Certificate
Not required for PhD/doctoral programmes.
IELTS Score
Not specified
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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