International Economics and Public Policy
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Key Facts
Degree
M.Sc.
Duration
4 Semesters
Type
Postgraduate
Accreditation
Akkreditiert (Auflagen erfüllt)
Until Sep 2030
uni-assist
Not Required
ECTS Credits
120 ECTS
Language
English
Campus
Mainz
Programme Start
Winter Semester, Summer Semester
Intakes per Year
1
Intake
Winter & Summer
Winter and Summer semester. Winter semester 2027/28: application window April 1 - May 15, 2027. Summer semester 2027: application window October 1 - November 15, 2026.
IELTS
7.5
German Requirement
No proof of German language proficiency required.
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Tuition & Fees
- tuition:
- None
- semester fee:
- 349 EUR per semester
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Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz, an Universitäten in Mainz, Germany offers an M.Sc. in International Economics and Public Policy, spanning 4 semesters (120 ECTS credits). The programme is taught entirely in English, making it accessible to international students without German language skills; the programme holds Akkreditiert (Auflagen erfüllt) accreditation. Most public universities in Germany charge no tuition fees; students pay only a semester contribution (typically €150–€350). Applications are submitted directly to the university (uni-assist is not required). Intake begins in Winter Semester, Summer Semester. 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 B2 (TOEFL iBT 72 / IELTS 5.5); no German required
Entry Requirements
English Proficiency
C1 level required. Accepted proofs: IELTS min. 7.5; TOEFL iBT min. 95 (or 5.0); Telc English C1; Cambridge CAE Grade B; Cambridge CPE Grade C; PTE Academic 76-84; or university entrance qualification from an English-language institution. Results may be submitted by end of the first semester of study.
German Language
No proof of German language proficiency required.
Application Periods
Application Deadlines April 01, 2026 through May 15, 2026 for the winter semester 2026/27
Admission Requirements
The following is a summarised overview of requirements for this programme. Always verify details directly with the university before applying.
Academic Qualifications
- Nachweis eines Bachelorabschlusses in einem wirtschaftswissenschaftlichen Studiengang mit mindestens sechssemestriger Regelstudienzeit oder eines Studienabschlusses an einer Hochschule, der sich davon nicht wesentlich unterscheidet. Nachweis erforderlicher Sprachkenntnisse in Englisch auf dem Niveau von mindestens C1. Mehr Informationen über die akzeptierten Englisch-Zertifikate finden Sie auf dieser Webseite . Zusätzlich sollen bei der Bewerbung ein englischsprachiges Motivationsschreibe n (maximal eine Seite) und ein englischsprachiger tabellarischer Lebenslauf (maximal zwei Seiten) eingereicht werden. Wenn Ihnen das Zeugnis über den Bachelorabschluss zum Bewerbungsschluss noch nicht vorliegt , Sie aber im Bachelorstudium mindestens 135 Leistungspunkte erworben haben, bewerben Sie sich fristgemäß mit einer Bescheinigung über sämtliche bislang erbrachten Studien- und Prüfungsleistungen einschließlich der dadurch bislang erreichten Durchschnittsnote; diese Bescheinigung muss von der zuständigen Hochschule ausgestellt worden sein (beglaubigte Kopie). Wichtig zu wissen: Rechtsverbindliche Grundlage und damit maßgeblich für die Auswahl, Zulassung und Einschreibung ist der in § 2 und ggf. im Anhang der jeweils gültigen Prüfungsordnung formulierte Wortlaut der Zugangsvoraussetzungen. Die jeweils aktuelle Prüfungsordnung des Studiengangs finden Sie hier .
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz welcomes international applicants for its M.Sc. in International Economics and Public Policy in Mainz. 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 120 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.
Applications are submitted directly to Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz's admissions portal (uni-assist is not required). GradGermany handles your full application — SOP writing, document preparation, submission, and visa support.
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