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The Master in International Economics provides students with a critical understanding of current debates in economics explicitly including heterodox approaches. The programme has a strongly international approach and aims to integrate an understanding of theoretical controversies, historical developments and contemporary policy disputes. It follows an interdisciplinary perspective reflecting the importance that social and political institutions play in shaping economic developments.
For further information, please visit our website:
http://www.hwr-berlin.de/en/department-of-business-and-economics/study-programmes/international-economics/.

Educational organisation

During the first semester, all students study four compulsory courses: International Economics, Macroeconomics, Development Economics, and Global Governance.
In the second semester, all students take the research-based course Current Issues in International Economics and choose three further courses from a wide range of options which include: Growth & Distribution, Gender & Globalisation, Regional Economic Integration, Econometrics, Institutional Economics, Workers' Rights in the Informal Economy, and the Political Economy of Modern Capitalism (subject to change)
During the third semester, students will be committed to researching and writing their Master's thesis.

Internships

Students who have completed a Bachelor's degree with only 180 credit points (generally corresponding to a three-year Bachelor's programme) will be required to complete a work experience placement in the third semester which is worth 30 credit points. Students with a Bachelor's degree worth 210 credit points who have already obtained supervised work experience on their undergraduate programme may also take a placement in the third semester if they wish.

Forms of assessment

Courses are assessed by varying combinations of class presentations, written papers, and exams.
Students gain 30 ECTS each semester.

Course objectives

The International Economics programme provides the skills needed to pursue internationally oriented careers with government and non-government organisations as well as with international businesses, business organisations, and trade unions. Graduates will also be able to apply for PhD programmes.

Language requirements

The language of instruction is English. Applicants have to prove good working knowledge of English equivalent to level B2 (CEFR), e.g. TOEFL iBT 87, IELTS 6.0, and CAE.

Academic requirements

Bachelor's or equivalent degree in business studies or economics or in related subjects with a focus on business or economics
Specific evidence of having completed undergraduate courses in microeconomics, macroeconomics, and international economics
At least 210 credit points (applicants with 180 European credit points will be required to obtain the additional 30 credit points by completing a placement in the third semester, the programme will then last four semesters)
Excellent English skills equivalent to at least B2 on the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference), e.g. TOEFL iBT 87, IELTS 6.0, and CAE
Letter of motivation and CV in English

Enrolment fees

Approx. 300 EUR (subject to change without notice) per semester cover fees for the student services organisation and student parliament groups as well as the cost of a semester ticket, which allows students to use the Berlin Public Transport (BVG) for six months.

Costs of living

The cost of living in Berlin is estimated at approx. 850 EUR per month. This includes rent in a student residence hall (private accommodation costs from 300 to 500 EUR per month), living expenses, health insurance, books and materials, and incidental expenses.