International Development Economics (Double Degree master)
Study International Development Economics in Groningen and Göttingen and learn about the societal and economic implications of international trade, finance, and sustainable development from both a micro and macro perspective.
In the 1st year, you will study in Germany at the University of Göttingen. After that, you can study the MSc International Economics and Sustainable Development at the University of Groningen. Please check below the requirements for this programme.
In this two-year Double Degree Master's with the University of Göttingen (Germany), you will gain knowledge of international markets and the global connections between national economies, as well as the dynamics of economic development. You will learn to apply the tools of modern economic analysis to issues of international and development policy and to communicate effectively with researchers, policymakers and practitioners on development issues.
Why choose a double degree?
- earn two accredited degrees from two internationally renowned universities;
- broaden your knowledge and expand your network;
- enhance your career opportunities.
Applicants have to prove their English language skills either by an internationally recognized language test or upon previous studies. Usually English language skills can be proved by the following documents:
- TOEFL iBT*
- IELTS Academic
- A Cambridge English qualification
- Higher education degree completed in English
- Secondary education completed in English in a country or school qualification accepted by the university
- An English subject and grade on your secondary school leaving certificate that meet the university’s requirements
- Other
Important: Accepted methods and minimum results depend on study programme and the country where you completed your education. Check the official requirements for your chosen study programme.
*Use the Kastu promo code LTU1000102 when registering for TOEFL iBT and receive a 5% discount.
To be eligible for admission to this Master's, you need to hold an academic Bachelor's or Master's degree from a research university in one of the following - or closely related - fields: Business Administration, Business Economics, Econometrics and Operations Research, Economics and Business Economics, International Business, Technology Management.
Checklist including brief description (max. 20 pages) of relevant courses you have taken in the field of the specific Master programme you are applying for, and of any courses in research methods and statistics. Course descriptions must include a description of topics covered in the course, learning objectives and a literature list of the course book(s) used in each course.
Job prospects
The courses in Göttingen and Groningen share a strong focus on empirical methods and approaches. Graduates of this double degree master's are fully equipped for a career in national, international, multinational or transnational institutions and enterprises . As a graduate, your degree will be highly valued in the labour market.
Job examples
Academic researcher at a university or international research institution
- Business consultant with an internationally operating consultancy firm
- Economic consultant with an (inter)national governmental organization
- International economist or strategy expert in a multinational corporation
- Staff member with an (inter)national governmental organization, such as I.M.F., World Bank, OECD, WTO, ECB, Asian Development Bank or the EC
