Overview

Economics of the Middle East at Philip University in Marburg is run as a close collaboration of the Center for Near and Middle East Studies (CNMS) and the School of Business and Economics (FB02) at Philipps-Universität Marburg.

Mission

We offer a wide range of courses including Islamic finance, political economy, natural resources, corruption, shadow economy and demographic transition. The third semester allows for a choice between specialisations tracks in 'Institutional Economics', 'Finance & Accounting' or 'Management'. Alternatively, our students can opt for an optional semester abroad at one of our partner universities in the MENA region.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

MENA Region

Economic Analysis

MENA Economics

Specialisation

Master's Thesis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-04-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

95

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PTE Academic

76

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IELTS

7

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Marburg, Germany

Disciplines

Economics Middle Eastern studies 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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95

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76

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in business or theoretical economics

Completed and signed application form (this form is available after the online submission of your application in uni assist).

Proof of undergraduate degree (i.e. graduation certificate).

Transcript of records.

Official explanation of the grading system at your university.

Curriculum Vitae in tabular form (1 DIN-A4 page maximum length).

A letter of motivation in English language explaining why you would like to study in the EMEA programme (2 DIN-A4 pages maximum length).

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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

Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

You have to pay a so-called semester fee: 449 €

Living costs

Marburg an der Lahn

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

Mission

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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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

Marburg an der Lahn

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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