Economics (MSc) with Double Degree Option with the University of Nottingham University of Tübingen

University of Nottingham (UK)

Courses are held entirely in English.

The MSc Economics programme offers a state-of-the-art education in economics at the highest international level, preparing students for careers in academia and in the public and private sectors.

Reasons to study MSc Economics at University of Tübingen:

1. Excellence in research: Our internationally renowned faculty has been rewarded with two prestigious grants from the European Research Council and a research school from German Research Foundation. At Tübingen, you have the unique opportunity to work at the frontier of research on these and other topics through courses and Master's thesis:
   • The Effect of ICT Adoption on Firm Organisation
   • Heterogenous Agent Macroeconomics
   • Research School of International Taxation
2. Excellence in teaching: With a track record of 200 years, our department is the oldest economics department in Germany. We cover a wide range of subjects and offer small class sizes, close supervision of seminar papers and MSc theses, and research assistantships. Our teaching is based on cutting-edge research that addresses important contemporary policy issues:
   • Taxation: E411 Economics of Taxation
   • Fiscal Policy during the Covid Pandemic: E434 Advanced Macroeconomics II / Paper
   • Spillovers of war: E437 Computational Macroeconomics
   • Trade: E471 Empirical Topics in International Trade / Paper

3. The University of Tübingen is one of 12 German universities of excellence with a world-leading machine learning cluster.

For more information on the reasons why you should choose the MSc Economics, visit our website here: https://uni-tuebingen.de/fakultaeten/wirtschafts-und-sozialwissenschaftliche-fakultaet/faecher/fachbereich-wirtschaftswissenschaft/wirtschaftswissenschaft/studium/studiengaenge/master/msc-economics/.

Rolling admission
International students are encouraged to apply as early as possible, as the application process for a visa can take some time.
Deadline for students applying for the double degree option: 1 May
Please refer to our website for further information.

Approx. 1,500 EUR per semester for students from non-EU countries

Please note that the University of Nottingham charges additional tuition fees, but it also awards (full) scholarships to double degree students. For further information, please refer to our website.

Our MSc Economics offers a lot of flexibility and is the most versatile economics programme in Tübingen. You may study this MSc programme on a research track. Moreover, you can choose from four specialisations or customise your own MSc programme:

• Economic History and Development
• Empirical Methods and Data Analysis
• International Economics
• "no specialisation" option

Opting for a Master’s double degree is a game-changing decision for students aiming to maximise their educational and career potential. With this path, you will earn two distinct degrees from two institutions, within the same time frame as a single degree. This not only enhances your academic credentials but also immerses you in diverse cultural and professional environments. A double degree broadens your expertise by combining two complementary fields, offering unique insights that can set you apart in the competitive job market. Employers value candidates with international exposure, adaptability, and interdisciplinary skills, all of which a double degree provides. Additionally, the networks you build—academic mentors, peers, and industry professionals—span multiple institutions and regions, amplifying your global connections. If you’re eager to challenge yourself, grow holistically, and stand out as a well-rounded professional, a double Master’s degree is your gateway to endless opportunities!

Double degree programme (optional) with the University of Nottingham

Although there is no compulsory internship, a specialised office will assist students in finding an internship if they wish to do so.

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Approx. 1,500 EUR per semester for students from non-EU countries

Please note that the University of Nottingham charges additional tuition fees, but it also awards (full) scholarships to double degree students. For further information, please refer to our website.

Enrolment fees at the University of Tübingen are currently about 200 EUR per semester. This includes use of local public transport free of charge on Mondays to Fridays in the evening, at weekends and on public holidays. In addition, students may purchase a semester ticket for unlimited use of public transport in the city of Tübingen and the surrounding area (currently about 150 EUR).

According to the Tübingen Student Services Organisation (“Studierendenwerk”), estimated basic student expenses are about 950 EUR per month, including rent for student accommodation. Rent for private accommodation will typically be more expensive.

Bachelor's degree certificate in Business Administration, Economics, or related fields with a final grade of at least 2.5 or better according to the German grading system
The degree should preferably amount to 180 ECTS.

Applicants are expected to have sound intermedi­ate knowledge in all of the following:

• Microeconomics
• Macroeconomics
• Quantitative Methods (Statistics/Mathematics/Econometrics)

For further information about the application process, please refer to our website.

1) English

• TOEFL iBT: 80 or
• TOEFL PBT: 550 or
• IELTS: 6.0 (overall band) or
• Cambridge: CAE, CPE or BEC Higher or
• TOEIC: 700 or
• UNIcert III Certificate or
• German "Abitur", including at least six (G8) or seven (G9) years of English or
• Bachelor's degree in English/American Studies or
• University degree obtained in the UK, Ireland, USA, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand
• Please note! The University of Nottingham requires an IELTS of 6.5 (no less than 6.0 in any element) or an equivalent qualification.

2) German is not required. However, German classes are available.

Language requirements might be subject to change! Please check our website.

Rolling admission
International students are encouraged to apply as early as possible, as the application process for a visa can take some time.
Deadline for students applying for the double degree option: 1 May
Please refer to our website for further information.

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Accommodation is available through the Student Services organisation (“Studierendenwerk“) or on the private market. Rooms in student accommodation cost approx. 200 to 440 EUR per month. As Tübingen is a very attractive place to live, private accommodation is more expensive and can take some effort to find. To make sure you find a suitable place to live, you should start looking as early as possible.

We recommend you apply for student accommodation through the “Studierendenwerk” at the same time that you apply for admission to the Master's programme (https://www.my-stuwe.de/en/housing/halls-of-residence-tuebingen/ and https://www.my-stuwe.de/en/housing/faqs/) and send in a copy of your notification of admission as soon as you have received it (your application won’t be finally processed before the “Studierendenwerk” has received proof of your admission). For further information, check out the “Studierendenwerk” pages on housing in Tübingen (https://www.my-stuwe.de/en/housing/housing-infos/).

The Centre for Corporate Contact brings together companies, students, and instructors. It initiates contacts between companies or public institutions and students, supports students in career planning and entry, and introduces interesting academic topics to the public. This centre promotes cooperation with those in responsible positions and thus contributes to the successful start of our graduates' careers.

The university offers a number of “onboarding” services for newly arriving international students. These include:

• a help desk
• a buddy programme
• an advisory programme “How to Study at the University of Tübingen”
• a wide range of social activities offered by student groups

For further information, please refer to: https://uni-tuebingen.de/en/182071 (Onboarding for degree-seeking students).

The student initiative “StudiT” (“Studierenden-Initiative Internationales Tübingen”) offers a buddy programme and a wide range of social activities during the “Orientation Week” and throughout the semester (www.studit-tuebingen.de/en/).

University of Tübingen

Innovative, interdisciplinary, international: These three words summarise what makes the University of Tübingen special. Excellent research and teaching are Tübingen’s answer to the challenges of the future in a globalised world. We maintain exchanges with partners around the globe. Networks and cooperation across faculty and subject boundaries are the pillars of our successful strategy. This is reflected in our good position in international rankings. In addition, we are one of the eleven German universities distinguished with the title of “excellent.”

The University of Tübingen has been a place of top-level research and excellent teaching for more than 500 years. Some 28,500 students from Germany and around the world are enrolled here in our more than 200 study programmes, including numerous international programmes taught entirely in English.

The University of Tübingen is a member of the European University Alliance “CIVIS – A European Civic University” (https://civis.eu/en), offering a wide range of special exchange opportunities for students).

Tübingen...

• is in south-western Germany, about 40 kilometres south of Stuttgart.
• has some 93,000 inhabitants. The town’s many students and its numerous young families make Tübingen Germany’s youngest city by average age.
• is one of the most coveted places to study in Germany – both because of the excellent conditions for students and researchers, and the unique charm of the town.
• boasts a renowned historic centre with many cafés, restaurants, and shops, and outstanding cultural activities.
• is a very safe place to be, with excellent public transport.
• is well known for its eco-friendly attitudes.
• is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The Black Forest and the Swabian Jura hills are not far away and provide excellent opportunities for climbing, canoeing, hiking, biking – and skiing in winter.