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Universität Bremen
Master English Law & Economics

The Economics of Global Challenges

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

About the Program

As a consecutive study program, the Master's degree in "The Economics of Global Challenges" (M.Sc.) builds on a completed Bachelor's degree in economics or business studies. The program aligns with modern economic research. Moreover, it enables students to analyze the most challenging economic problems of contemporary societies by taking perspectives from different disciplines. Students attain an extensive range of methodological and conceptual competences to deal with specific aspects of various global challenges. Upon completion of this master's degree, graduates gain the opportunities to embark on a career in the private sector or to further deepen their economic knowledge in the context of a PhD program. The language of instruction is English.

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 Bachelor's degree in a related field; some programs require a minimum grade or specific prerequisites.

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

Economics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about The Economics of Global Challenges at Universität Bremen

Is The Economics of Global Challenges at Universität Bremen 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 The Economics of Global Challenges programme cost? ▼

425 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for The Economics of Global Challenges at Universität Bremen? ▼

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 The Economics of Global Challenges? ▼

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 Bremen — 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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