Economics
Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf · Düsseldorf, Germany
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Application deadline
15 Jan 2027
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Starts
Winter semester, Summer semester
Tuition
No tuition fees
Duration
4 semesters
Taught in
English
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Can you get in?
- Academic requirements
- If your Bachelor's degree meets the following criteria, you are qualified for the Master's Economics programme: Bachelor's degree with a focus on economic science, social science, or mathematical analysis with at least 180 ECTS upon the completion of the degree course Knowledge of mathematics and statistics (minimum 24 ECTS) Knowledge of subjects related to economics (minimum 24 ECTS) A final grade of at least 2.5 (German grading system) You must have completed 75% of your undergraduate degree at the time of…full text
- English
- B2B2 required, please provide an official language certificate, e.g.: TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 90 Cambridge English Qualifications: B2 First IELTS Academic: 5.5
- German
- Not required for admission.
- How you apply
- Directly to Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf. The official programme listing links to the application portal.
- Application period
- The following is valid for applicants from: all countries For the summer semester: 2 November - 15 January The following is valid for applicants from: all countries For the winter semester: 2 May - 15 July
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Check my profile — freeWhat your first year costs
- Tuition (2 semesters)
- None
- Semester contribution (2×)
- €700
- Living costs (12 months)
- €12,000
- First year, about
- €12,700
From the programme's DAAD listing. The living-cost figure is the university's own estimate.
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Compare my optionsThe programme
Within the last ten years, the demand for graduates in Economics with quantitative skills has increased strongly. This requires a solid education in formal economic theory as well as a comprehensive education in statistics and econometrics. Taking into account the growing availability of datasets and the decisions based on these both in public authorities and companies, it is of high value to have an in-depth understanding of econometric concepts.
- How it is organised
- The programme comprises the following compulsory modules: microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics, advanced econometrics, advanced economic theory and mathematics. On the one hand, this gives students access to modern economic research and thus a quick transition to a doctorate.
- Study abroad
- We have several partner universities for a semester abroad.
- Support for international students
- International Office
From your country
General requirements for master's applicants. Rules change — confirm with the university and your local German mission.
🇮🇳 Applying from India
- An APS India certificate is mandatory before your visa appointment — processing takes weeks, so start it the day you decide to apply.
- Budget for the blocked account (€11,904 for one year in 2026 — verify the current amount with the German Embassy).
- IELTS/TOEFL is typically required; some universities accept a Medium-of-Instruction letter — check the official program page.
🇳🇬 Applying from Nigeria
- Proof of funds is usually a blocked account; open it early — transfers and verification take time.
- WAEC/NECO results are assessed via uni-assist for most universities; a Studienkolleg year may be required for bachelor's entry.
- Visa appointment slots in Lagos and Abuja book out months ahead — book as soon as you have an admission letter.
🇻🇳 Applying from Vietnam
- APS Vietnam certification applies to Vietnamese applicants — schedule the document check before university deadlines.
- Most universities want IELTS 6.0–6.5 for English-taught programs; requirements vary by program.
- Plan finances around the blocked account plus health insurance — both are checked at the visa stage.
🇧🇩 Applying from Bangladesh
- Document verification is strict: keep certificates, transcripts, and bank papers consistent and genuine — discrepancies sink applications.
- The blocked account is the standard proof of funds. You do not need an admission letter to open one, so set it up alongside your applications.
- Apply to several programs in parallel — visa processing in Dhaka can be slow, and an early admission letter buys you time.
Living in Düsseldorf
The state capital on the Rhine: one big public university, an art academy with a famous past, and a large international population.
Düsseldorf is a city of about 620,000 people on the Rhine, and more than 180,000 of its residents hold a foreign passport. For a student that shows in small ways: Japanese ramen shops along Immermannstraße, forty consulates, 5,000 companies from 139…
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