- Degree
- Master of Science in Economics
- Course location
- Münster
- Teaching language
- • English
- Languages
- All classes are held in English (100%).
- Full-time / part-time
- • full-time
- Programme duration
- 4 semesters
- Beginning
- Winter and summer semester
- Application deadline
- Applications can be submitted from the beginning of May to 15 July (winter semester) and from mid-November to 15 January (summer semester). For more information, please visit our homepage (https://www.wiwi.uni-muenster.de/fakultaet/en/study/study-programs/master/master-economics).
- Tuition fees per semester in EUR
- None
- Combined Master's degree / PhD programme
- No
- Joint degree / double degree programme
- No
- Description/content
- This consecutive, research-oriented Master’s programme in Economics is designed for students with a solid academic background in Economics or related disciplines. Over the course of four semesters, students receive rigorous training in economic theory and quantitative methods while enjoying the flexibility to tailor their studies to personal interests and career goals.
The curriculum begins with core modules in advanced microeconomics, macroeconomics, empirical methods, and industrial organisation. Students then choose from over 40 elective modules, allowing them to specialise in areas such as:
• Econometrics and Statistics
• Public Economics
• Digital and Innovation Economics
• Energy and Resource Economics
• Transport Economics
Small semester groups and close supervision create an engaging learning environment that fosters individual growth and academic success.
A hallmark of the programme is its strong research orientation. Through project work and research-based seminars, students gain data-driven insights in thematic areas such as Innovation, Economic Policy, Globalisation, Sustainability, and Infrastructure. The “Project Studies” module directly prepares students for the Master’s thesis, during which they independently explore an economic issue at a high scientific level.
Graduates are well-prepared for international careers in the private sector, government ministries, and international organisations, or for launching their own ventures. The programme also provides an excellent foundation for pursuing a PhD or an academic career.