How to Apply
Admissions
Quick Facts
- Research-oriented, English-language master’s programme
- Commencement of studies: Winter Semester (beginning in October) or Summer Semester (beginning in April)
- No tuition fees
- Eligibility: Students in their final year of Bachelor's programmes are welcome to apply, even if you have not yet graduated
- Application Periods for German/EU applications
- For Winter Semester: until the end of the lecture period
- For Summer Semester: until the end of the lecture period
- For timely processing and smooth study planning (e.g. finding accommodation, planning your schedule, participating in orientation events), it is recommended to apply by July 15 for the winter semester and by January 15 for the summer semester.
- Application Periods for non-EU applications
- For Winter Semester: May 01 to July 31
- For Summer Semester: November 01 to January 31
Disclaimer:
Applications are processed in the order in which they are received. Please note that students should take this into consideration, especially if visa processing times may be long.
Admission Requirements
Check whether you fulfill our admission requirements. If you fulfill our requirements you can be sure to receive a letter of eligibility (Zulassungsbescheinigung) for the Health Economics Master's program at the University of Duisburg-Essen.
Our Master's program is designed for those who have graduated or are in the final year of a Bachelor's program in Economics or a closely related field. To be eligible for admission, you need ECTS credits in economics-related subjects and microeconomics/statistics/econometrics.
Bachelor's Degree
Bachelor of Economics (B.Sc.) or an equivalent or comparable course of study with a minimum grade of 3.0.
(Grade converter)
Equivalent degrees include:
- Business Administration
- Medical Management
- Business Informatics
- Industrial Engineering
- Business Mathematics
Economics as minor subject: Minimum of 48 ECTS in economics or related fields
Coursework
At least 24 ECTS (combined) in courses related:
- Micro-economics
- Statistics
- Econometrics
Each subfield must be covered
English Proficiency
For students with a German "Abitur": no further proof is needed
For students with Bachelor's degrees with language of instruction in English: no further proof needed
Regular proof: English language skills corresponding to Level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Examples:
- TOEFL (Internet-based) 100
- TOEFL (Comp.-based) 250
- TOEFL (Paper-based) 600
- IELTS Band 6.5
Further details on applications can be found here.
Application Documents
All applications must be submitted online here.
You will require the following documents to apply:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Transcript of Records
- Proof of English language proficiency, (where applicable)
Certifications or copies of the same are not required for the initial application, but you may be asked to produce them on admission
All documents must be translated into English or German language
Application Process
Follow the steps below:
The application process may differ based on whether you are EU or Non-EU Applicant
Criteria for EU Application status:
- Bachelor's or High School degree from an institution in an EU country
Criteria for Non-EU Application status:
- Bachelor's and High School degree from institution(s) in Non-EU countries
How to Apply
For EU applicants
Use the application button below.
Insert your information and upload your documents.
For non-EU applicants
Follow the steps of the guide below. Please contact us if you have any further questions or if you are in need or support.
Our step-by-step guide may be of help with your non-EU application:
Support with your Application
Let us know if you have any questions about the M.Sc. Health Economics programme.
For Further Assistance
The program’s mentor will offer weekly Zoom consultation hours from November onwards, every Thursday from 10 to 11 a.m. during the lecture period. Please use the following link to join:
Useful Links
Official University Programme Website
https://www.wiwi.uni-due.de/en/studium/volkswirtschaftslehre/msc-health-econ/
Description of Admission Criteria:
https://www.wiwi.uni-due.de/en/studium/volkswirtschaftslehre/msc-goemik/msc-health-econ-application/
Programme Regulation:
International Office for Non-EU Applicants:
https://www.uni-due.de/international/application.php
Further Application Description (EU):
https://www.uni-due.de/studierendensekretariat/bewerbung.shtml
Phone: +49 201 183 6831
E-mail: info-goemik@wiwinf.uni-due.de
Address:
Chair of Health Economics
University of Duisburg-Essen
Weststadttürme Berliner Platz 6-8
WST-C.09.06
45127 Essen