Overview

Profile of the Master’s Programme

The History and Economics programme of the University of Bayreuth gives you a fresh look at topics like the Great Depression, long-term economic growth, sovereign debt crises, or the effects of global economic interrelations on corporate structure – all from the perspective of research in economic history. Students further their qualification profiles in a variety of different ways. Based on current and historical events, you will analyse and develop approaches to achieving integrative solutions. You will improve your ability to work with data and conduct statistical analysis, but also to critically examine the data in light of the historical context.

Fields of Employment

The degree prepares you for a wide range of careers in academia, international organizations, and private companies. Economists with interdisciplinary training are in great demand in the financial sector and in internationally oriented companies, organizations, foundations, and administrative bodies. Our graduates have progressed to a variety of challenging and rewarding posts, including in academia, consultancy or the IT sector.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Economic Growth/Development/Crises

Global Economy

State and Institutions

Skill Convergence

Skills and Methods

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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90

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bayreuth, Germany

Disciplines

Economics History Modern History View 109 other Masters in Economics in Germany

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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90

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Other requirements

General requirements

A bachelor's degree (or completed programme of study) with a grade of “gut” ["good"] or better in the bachelor's programmes Economics, European History, or Philosophy & Economics at the University of Bayreuth, or an equivalent degree

Equivalency of the completed bachelor's degree is the responsibility of the board of examiners and is not determined conclusively until the application process is under way; for further questions regarding your application, please contact the Programme Coordinators

If the grade requirements are not met, an aptitude assessment process is carried out (see Examination Regulations, Annex 2); it includes an evaluation of the applicant's qualifications and, if necessary, a personal interview

Language Proficiency: ENGLISH level B2

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

332 EUR / year

≈ 332 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

332 EUR / year

≈ 332 EUR / year

Additional Details

This is a semester fee which is composed of the contribution towards the student services and the semester ticket for public transportation.

Living costs

Bayreuth

Germany

630 - 1000 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

Profile of the Master’s Programme

Fields of Employment

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Bayreuth

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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