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Master of International and Development Economics (MIDE)
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About the Program
HTW Berlin, the largest university of applied sciences in Berlin, offers an 18-month full-time Master's degree programme in "International and Development Economics" (MIDE), taught entirely in English. Designed for students from developing and transition countries as well as from Europe and other developed countries with a special interest in the economic challenges facing "third world" countries, the programme prepares students to work in areas related to global economic affairs and development. The Master's programme in International and Development Economics has been established for students who have a first degree in economics/business administration or in other social sciences with a focus on economics. It is designed to enhance understanding of development economics, the international economic context in which socio-economic development takes place, and of key sectors and policy areas that are relevant for developing countries, with a particular focus on financial institutions, environmental issues and public enterprises. In order to understand the challenges of formulating current development policies, the programme covers both the principal theoretical debates as well as specific contemporary examples of strategies, policies, and projects.
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HTW Berlin, the largest university of applied sciences in Berlin, offers an 18-month full-time Master's degree programme in "International and Development Economics" (MIDE), taught entirely in English. Designed for students from developing and transition countries as well as from Europe and other developed countries with a special interest in the economic challenges facing "third world" countries, the programme prepares students to work in areas related to global economic affairs and development. The Master's programme in International and Development Economics has been established for students who have a first degree in economics/business administration or in other social sciences with a focus on economics. It is designed to enhance understanding of development economics, the international economic context in which socio-economic development takes place, and of key sectors and policy areas that are relevant for developing countries, with a particular focus on financial institutions, environmental issues and public enterprises. In order to understand the challenges of formulating current development policies, the programme covers both the principal theoretical debates as well as specific contemporary examples of strategies, policies, and projects.
Application Requirements
Dil: Aşağıdakilerden biri: TOEFL kağıt tabanlı: en az 580 puan TOEFL bilgisayar tabanlı: en az 237 puan TOEFL İnternet tabanlı: en az 96 puan IELTS notu (AKADEMİK) 7.0 CPE (Certificate of Proficiency in English), tüm seviyeler CAE (Certificate in Advanced English), tüm seviyeler BEC Higher (Business English Certificate) TOEIC 800 puan veya üzeri. Eğer lisans derecesinde resmi eğitim dili İngilizce ise, lütfen resmi kanıt sununuz. Bu durumda TOEFL veya IELTS gerekli değildir.
Language Requirements
Aşağıdakilerden biri: TOEFL kağıt tabanlı: en az 580 puan TOEFL bilgisayar tabanlı: en az 237 puan TOEFL İnternet tabanlı: en az 96 puan IELTS notu (AKADEMİK) 7.0 CPE (Certificate of Proficiency in English), tüm seviyeler CAE (Certificate in Advanced English), tüm seviyeler BEC Higher (Business English Certificate) TOEIC 800 puan veya üzeri. Eğer lisans derecesinde resmi eğitim dili İngilizce ise, lütfen resmi kanıt sununuz. Bu durumda TOEFL veya IELTS gerekli değildir.
Required Documents
Başvuru: Web sitemizde – https://mide.htw-berlin.de/ – 1 Temmuz'dan 30 Eylül'e kadar mevcut olan çevrimiçi form aracılığıyla başvurunuz.
Başvuru son tarihi, bir sonraki yılın Nisan ayında başlayacak program için her yıl 30 Eylül'dür (DAAD bursu başvuruları için 31 Ağustos). Başvuru son tarihi, bir sonraki yılın Nisan ayında başlayacak program için her yıl 30 Eylül'dür (DAAD bursu başvuruları için 31 Ağustos).
Başvuru son tarihi, bir sonraki yılın Nisan ayında başlayacak program için her yıl 30 Eylül'dür (DAAD bursu başvuruları için 31 Ağustos). Başvuru son tarihi, bir sonraki yılın Nisan ayında başlayacak program için her yıl 30 Eylül'dür (DAAD bursu başvuruları için 31 Ağustos).
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How do I apply to Master of International and Development Economics (MIDE) at Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Berlin?
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 Master of International and Development Economics (MIDE) at Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Berlin
Is Master of International and Development Economics (MIDE) at Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Berlin 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 Master of International and Development Economics (MIDE) 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 Master of International and Development Economics (MIDE) at Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Berlin? ▼
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 Master of International and Development Economics (MIDE)? ▼
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 Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Berlin — 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.