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Economic Geography, Innovation and Sustainability – Double Degree TrackEconomic Geography, Innovation and Sustainability
Master of Science (M.Sc.)
About the Program
A variant of the master's programme in Economic Geography, Innovation and Sustainability at Leibniz University Hannover is available to some students as a double degree programme with the University of Groningen. The first year of the programme takes place in Hannover, the second year in Groningen. After two years, students receive the degree "M.Sc. Wirtschaftsgeographie, Innovation und Nachhaltigkeit" from Leibniz Universität Hannover and the degree "M.Sc. in Economic Geography" from the University of Groningen. The programme focuses on global processes such as environmental change, migration and the digitalisation of the economy and their regional impacts. Course content includes theoretical approaches of economic geography, innovation management and policy, adoption, diffusion and implementation of sustainability innovations, socio-geographical perspectives on sustainability, quantitative and qualitative empirical methods, project work, strategies for sustainable development, economic geographic practice, regional labour markets, and mobility.
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A variant of the master's programme in Economic Geography, Innovation and Sustainability at Leibniz University Hannover is available to some students as a double degree programme with the University of Groningen. The first year of the programme takes place in Hannover, the second year in Groningen. After two years, students receive the degree "M.Sc. Wirtschaftsgeographie, Innovation und Nachhaltigkeit" from Leibniz Universität Hannover and the degree "M.Sc. in Economic Geography" from the University of Groningen. The programme focuses on global processes such as environmental change, migration and the digitalisation of the economy and their regional impacts. Course content includes theoretical approaches of economic geography, innovation management and policy, adoption, diffusion and implementation of sustainability innovations, socio-geographical perspectives on sustainability, quantitative and qualitative empirical methods, project work, strategies for sustainable development, economic geographic practice, regional labour markets, and mobility.
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How do I apply to Economic Geography, Innovation and Sustainability – Double Degree Track at Leibniz Universität Hannover?
Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Economic Geography, Innovation and Sustainability – Double Degree Track at Leibniz Universität Hannover
Is Economic Geography, Innovation and Sustainability – Double Degree Track at Leibniz Universität Hannover taught in German or English? ▼
This Master programme is taught in English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.
How much does the Economic Geography, Innovation and Sustainability – Double Degree Track programme cost? ▼
10.700 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.
What are the admission requirements for Economic Geography, Innovation and Sustainability – Double Degree Track at Leibniz Universität Hannover? ▼
Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).
When is the application deadline? ▼
Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.
Can I work in Germany while studying Economic Geography, Innovation and Sustainability – Double Degree Track? ▼
Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.
How do I apply to Leibniz Universität Hannover — directly or via uni-assist? ▼
Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.