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Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena
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Graduate College: The Economics of Innovative Change

Bachelor

About the Program

The programme offers top-level graduate students the opportunity to achieve a doctoral degree (PhD) in economics. Major research fields Generating Innovations: Innovative behaviour and decision-making Patterns and forms of innovative activities Effects of Innovative Change: Allocative and distributive effects Political and institutional dimensions Dynamics and Patterns of Innovative Change: Economic and innovative dynamics of sectoral structures Innovative change, increasing product variety and demand Methodological extensions are part of this programme.
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The programme offers top-level graduate students the opportunity to achieve a doctoral degree (PhD) in economics. Major research fields Generating Innovations: Innovative behaviour and decision-making Patterns and forms of innovative activities Effects of Innovative Change: Allocative and distributive effects Political and institutional dimensions Dynamics and Patterns of Innovative Change: Economic and innovative dynamics of sectoral structures Innovative change, increasing product variety and demand Methodological extensions are part of this programme.

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

English proficiency (typically IELTS ~6.5 or TOEFL iBT ~90). Basic German is helpful for daily life.

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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Subjects / Topic Areas

Economic Sciences, Economics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Graduate College: The Economics of Innovative Change at Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena

Is Graduate College: The Economics of Innovative Change at Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena taught in German or English?

This Bachelor 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 Graduate College: The Economics of Innovative Change 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 Graduate College: The Economics of Innovative Change at Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena?

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 Graduate College: The Economics of Innovative Change?

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 Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena — 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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