M.Sc. English 4 Semesters

Financial Economics

Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg Magdeburg, Germany

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Key Facts

Degree

M.Sc.

Duration

4 Semesters

Type

Postgraduate

Accreditation

Akkreditiert ohne Auflagen

Until Sep 2025

uni-assist

Required

ECTS Credits

140 ECTS

Language

English

Campus

Magdeburg

Intakes per Year

Intake

Winter

Application deadline: 15 July for international students via uni-assist

IELTS

IELTS is listed among recognised English proofs for English-taught programmes; no universi...

German Requirement

Most programmes are taught in German and generally require C1-level German proven by one o...

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Tuition & Fees

EU / EEA Students

semester fee:: €130 semester contribution

Non-EU / International

tuition:: €0 tuition, €130 semester contribution

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Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg, an Universitäten in Magdeburg, Germany offers an M.Sc. in Financial Economics, spanning 4 semesters (140 ECTS credits). The programme is taught entirely in English, making it accessible to international students without German language skills; the programme holds Akkreditiert ohne Auflagen accreditation. Most public universities in Germany charge no tuition fees; students pay only a semester contribution (typically €150–€350). International applicants apply through uni-assist. GradGermany provides end-to-end support for Indian students applying to master's programmes in Germany — from eligibility assessment and SOP review to visa guidance and post-arrival settlement.

Language Requirements

English — C1

Entry Requirements

English Proficiency

German Language

Most programmes are taught in German and generally require C1-level German proven by one of: DSH-2 (selected programmes require DSH-3); TestDaF level 4 in all four parts (selected programmes require TDN 5); DSD II; German part of the Feststellungspruefung at a Studienkolleg; Goethe-Zertifikat C2 'Grosses Deutsches Sprachdiplom' (from 01.01.2012); ZOP/KDS/GDS of the Goethe-Institut until 31.12.2011; telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule. Applicants who show a C1 certificate when applying are invited to the OVGU DSH exam (held March for summer semester and September for winter semester; fee EUR 80). OVGU itself offers no preparatory German courses.

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Application Periods

Application deadline Applicants with a German Bachelor degree an der OVGU 15 September

Admission Requirements

The following is a summarised overview of requirements for this programme. Always verify details directly with the university before applying.

Academic Qualifications

Relevant bachelor's degree with minimum 140 ECTS
Average grade 2.9 or better

Additional Requirements

At least 60 ECTS in economics or 12 modules (non-EU)
At least 15 ECTS in quantitative methods or 4 modules (non-EU)
Letter of motivation (max 450 words) required

Requirements are summarised for informational purposes. Refer to the university's official admissions office for complete and current requirements.

Locations

Magdeburg

Subject Groups

Economics & Finance

Study Fields

Volkswirtschaftslehre

Study Forms

Vollzeit

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg welcomes international applicants for its M.Sc. in Financial Economics in Magdeburg. You will typically need a recognised bachelor's degree in a related field, language proficiency documentation, and a complete application package. GradGermany guides you through every step.

The programme runs for 4 semesters (approximately 2 years), totalling 140 ECTS credits.

Yes, this programme is taught entirely in English. No German language skills are required for admission, though basic German is recommended for daily life in Germany.

Tuition fees vary. Most public German universities charge no tuition — only a semester contribution of approximately €150–€350. Additional costs include health insurance (~€120/month), the blocked account requirement (€11,904/year), and living expenses.

International applicants apply through uni-assist (the central application platform for German universities). GradGermany handles your full application — SOP writing, document preparation, submission, and visa support.

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