Economics of the Middle East (EMEA)
Marburg University · Marburg, Germany
Application deadline
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There are different deadlines depending on the application procedure. Application with a foreign university degree via uni-assist : 1 April to 15 July for a start in the winter semester; 1 October to 15 January for a start in the summer semester Application with a German university degree via Marvin : 1 June to 15 July for a start in the winter semester; 1 December to 15 January for a start in the summer semester
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
- The admission requirements are as follows: Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent). Within the previously studied programmes, the applicant must have acquired basic knowledge of economics and business administration, i.e., must have completed at least 60 ECTS in economics and business administration. Of these, 18 ECTS must cover theoretical economics (e.g. microeconomics, macroeconomics, public finance, etc.). In addition, 12 ECTS must cover methodological courses (e.g.full text
- English
- C1C1 required, please provide an official language certificate, e.g.: TOEFL iBT (since 2026): 5 Reading: 5 Listening: 5 Speaking: 5 Writing: 5 TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 95 Reading: 24 Listening: 22 Speaking: 25 Writing: 24 Cambridge English Qualifications…
- German
- Not required for admission.
- How you apply
- Through uni-assist, the central service that checks international certificates for German universities. It charges a fee per application, so start early.
- Application period
- There are different deadlines depending on the application procedure. Application with a foreign university degree via uni-assist: 1 April to 15 July for a start in the winter semester; 1 October to 15 January for a…
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- Tuition (2 semesters)
- None
- Semester contribution (2×)
- €812
- Living costs (12 months)
- €11,904
- First year, about
- €12,716
From the programme's DAAD listing. The living-cost figure is the monthly amount (€992) Germany asks students to prove for a visa; your rent decides the rest.
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EMEA is a unique Master's programme combining institutional economics and business administration with applications to the economies of the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) region. Understanding complex economic challenges in the MENA requires an interdisciplinary approach. Thus, EMEA includes a wide range of electives from various disciplines to facilitate a broad understanding of the region's complexity.
- How it is organised
- Programme structure (for start in winter semester): First semester (30 ECTS) | October to March Introduction to MENA Region (12 ECTS) Economics Analysis (6 ECTS) MENA Economics (6 ECTS) Electives (6 ECTS) Second semester (30 ECTS) | April to September Economics Analysis (6 ECTS) MENA Economics (24…
- Study abroad
- Students can spend up to two semesters abroad at partner universities.
- Part-time work
- Within certain legal limits, job opportunities are available for international students. Fluent German is required for most jobs.
- Support for international students
- International students at Marburg University can profit from a profound support structure that accompanies them throughout their study journey.
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 Marburg
A university town on the Lahn where the town and the students are the same crowd.
Marburg has about 73,500 residents, and more than 20,000 of them are students at Philipps-Universität, founded in 1527 and described by the university itself as the world's oldest Protestant university still in existence.
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