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Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen
Master German Social Sciences

Wirtschaftsgeographie, Mobilität und RaumentwicklungspolitikEconomic Geography, Mobility and Spatial Development Policy

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

The Master's program in Economic Geography, Mobility and Spatial Development Policy (WIMORE) combines economic geography (especially knowledge-based regional development and innovation research) with questions about new forms of mobility and interaction, placing this consistently in the context of policy fields central to regional development. The program is aimed at Bachelor's graduates from Economic Geography who want to deepen their theoretical knowledge on regional economic development and prepare for related professional fields. It's also suitable for graduates from spatial planning who want to expand their basic knowledge about the causes of spatial development, and for graduates from mobility or transport science who want to extend their technical knowledge with socio-economic questions around new forms of mobility and spatial social trends. The program consists of 17 modules, with students choosing two of three content pillars: 'Economy and Mobility' (WIMO), 'Economy and Spatial Development Policy' (WIRE), or 'Mobility and Spatial Development Policy' (MORE). The program has an international orientation (including semester abroad) and systematically incorporates institutions and lecturers from practice into teaching.
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The Master's program in Economic Geography, Mobility and Spatial Development Policy (WIMORE) combines economic geography (especially knowledge-based regional development and innovation research) with questions about new forms of mobility and interaction, placing this consistently in the context of policy fields central to regional development. The program is aimed at Bachelor's graduates from Economic Geography who want to deepen their theoretical knowledge on regional economic development and prepare for related professional fields. It's also suitable for graduates from spatial planning who want to expand their basic knowledge about the causes of spatial development, and for graduates from mobility or transport science who want to extend their technical knowledge with socio-economic questions around new forms of mobility and spatial social trends. The program consists of 17 modules, with students choosing two of three content pillars: 'Economy and Mobility' (WIMO), 'Economy and Spatial Development Policy' (WIRE), or 'Mobility and Spatial Development Policy' (MORE). The program has an international orientation (including semester abroad) and systematically incorporates institutions and lecturers from practice into teaching.

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

German at C1 level (DSH-2, TestDaF TDN 4, Goethe-Zertifikat C1, or telc C1 Hochschule).

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)

Which Professions Does This Program Open Up?

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Subjects / Topic Areas

Economic Geography Mobility Research Spatial Development Policy Regional Disparities Innovation Research Policy Field Research Planning Theory

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Wirtschaftsgeographie, Mobilität und Raumentwicklungspolitik at Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen

Is Wirtschaftsgeographie, Mobilität und Raumentwicklungspolitik at Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen taught in German or English?

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

How much does the Wirtschaftsgeographie, Mobilität und Raumentwicklungspolitik 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 Wirtschaftsgeographie, Mobilität und Raumentwicklungspolitik at Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), 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 Wirtschaftsgeographie, Mobilität und Raumentwicklungspolitik?

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 Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen — 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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