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Free University of Berlin

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Public Economics

Original title: Public Economics

English / German4 semestersNo Tuition / Semester Fee OnlyBerlin

Provides theoretical and empirical skills to analyze economic policies with opportunities to specialize and gain practical experience via internships or research projects.

Overview

Why this program?

English-friendly instruction
No tuition fees or semester-fee only
On Campus
Business & Economics
Bilingual instruction in English and German
Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Public Economics

Program summary

Good fit, outcomes, and skills

Best for

Those pursuing research, consultancy, or government careers in economic policy and public finance.

Career outcomes

  • Economic policy analyst
  • Public finance consultant
  • Research economist
  • Government advisor
  • Economic researcher

Skills you will learn

  • Theoretical microeconomics
  • Quantitative economic methods
  • Economic policy analysis
  • Empirical research techniques
  • Public finance evaluation

Admissions

Requirements at a glance

Admission typeOpen Admission
RequirementsHigher education degree or professional qualification; at least 30 CP in economics including 6 in theoretical microeconomics and 18 in quantitative methods; total minimum 72 CP in economics and quantitative methods; English B2 CEFR; German DSH certificate if prior degree not completed in German
DeadlineVaries by semester
LanguageEnglish / German
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Tuition & costs

What to budget for

TuitionNo Tuition / Semester Fee Only
FeesNo tuition fees; administrative fees and semester ticket contribution apply
Living costsApprox. EUR 850-1,200/month

Careers

Where this can lead

Economic policy analyst
Public finance consultant
Research economist
Government advisor
Economic researcher

University

Free University of Berlin

Free University of Berlin is located in Berlin, Berlin, Germany. Open the official program page for the latest application details, deadlines, and documents.

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