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Economics - Bachelor of ArtsEconomics

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

The BA Economics (Volkswirtschaftslehre) program is designed for students who want to combine economic education with study programs from the Faculty of Philosophy. It offers a professional qualification after six semesters. The program is divided into a basic phase (1st to 3rd semester) and a profiling phase (4th to 6th semester). In the basic phase, compulsory modules provide a basic economic program in economics as well as mathematical and statistical foundations. In the profiling phase, students can differentiate their focus through elective modules. The Bachelor's program in Economics prepares students for professional activities in non-profit organizations, government institutions and public administration, media or politics. It enables students to understand the functional principles of markets and to apply economic instruments and theories to problems in order to make adequate decisions in the interface areas of economic and social issues.

General Requirements

Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.

Academic qualification

A recognised higher-education entrance qualification (Abitur or equivalent). International applicants may need recognition via Anabin and, if not directly eligible, a Studienkolleg + assessment exam (Feststellungsprüfung).

Language

Depending on your chosen track: German at C1 (DSH-2/TestDaF) or English (IELTS ~6.5 / TOEFL iBT ~90).

Typical documents

  • Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
  • Language certificate
  • Passport and passport photo
  • Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
  • Letter of motivation (for many programs)
  • Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Economics - Bachelor of Arts at Universität Greifswald

Is Economics - Bachelor of Arts at Universität Greifswald taught in German or English? ▼

This Bachelor programme is taught in German + English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Economics - Bachelor of Arts programme cost? ▼

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Economics - Bachelor of Arts at Universität Greifswald? ▼

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German + 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 Economics - Bachelor of Arts? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 working days a year without additional permission (a day of up to 4 hours counts as half a day). After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Universität Greifswald — 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.

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