Master of Science in Economics
Trier University · Trier, Germany
77 days left to apply
Application deadline
15 Jan 2027
Non-EU citizens: 15 January 2027 for the summer semester 2027 (admission also valid for the winter semester 2027/28) 31 May 2027 for the winter semester 2027/28 (admission also valid for the summer semester 2028) German citizens, EU citizens, and applicants with a BA or MA degree from a German university: 15 March 2027 for the summer semester 2027 (admission also valid for the winter semester 2027/28) 15 September 2027 for the winter semester 2027/28 (admission also valid for the summer semester 2028) Recommended start of the programme: winter 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
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Economics, Social Sciences, or a field that provides a sufficient background in economics. For detailed information, see: https://www.uni-trier.de/index.php?id=56616&L=2
- English
- C1C1 required, please provide an official language certificate, e.g.: TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 80 TOEFL iBT (since 2026): 4.5 Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced IELTS Academic: 6.5 UNIcert® English: UNIcert® III
- German
- Not required for admission.
- How you apply
- Directly to Trier University. The official programme listing links to the application portal.
- Application period
- Non-EU citizens: 15 January 2027 for the summer semester 2027 (admission also valid for the winter semester 2027/28) 31 May 2027 for the winter semester 2027/28 (admission also valid for the summer semester 2028) German…
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Check my profile — freeWhat your first year costs
- Tuition (2 semesters)
- None
- Semester contribution (2×)
- €760
- Living costs (12 months)
- €12,000
- First year, about
- €12,760
From the programme's DAAD listing. The living-cost figure is the university's own estimate.
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Compare my optionsThe programme
The Department of Economics at Trier University offers an international and interdisciplinary two-year Master's programme in Economics. It is designed for students who are interested in gaining a broader perspective on economics. The programme has a special focus on the European context. The programme combines application-focused and research-oriented courses and has a special emphasis on empirical methods.
- How it is organised
- The Master's programme MSc Economics is a two-year full-time programme. All students attend the same courses in the first semester (Advanced Microeconomics, Advanced Macroeconomics, and Econometrics).
- Part-time work
- Students from the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland enjoy unrestricted access to the German labour market.
- Degree
- Joint or double degree with a partner university.
- Support for international students
- Orientation Seminar "Quick Start" (free of charge): Support with all formalities at the start of your studies Information: work and residence permit in Germany, financing your studies/scholarships, health insurance and…
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 Trier
Germany's Roman city on the Moselle, with two universities, 15 km from the Luxembourg border.
Trier lies in the Moselle valley in the far west of Germany, about 15 km from the Luxembourg border. The Romans founded it around 17 BC as Augusta Treverorum, and it was an imperial residence in the 4th century, so the Porta Nigra gate, the amphitheatre, the…
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