Master's in Economics

The University of Bayreuth has quickly gained a reputation for excellence. The campus, characterized by modern architecture and surrounded by picturesque landscapes, fosters a vibrant academic community. The University of Bayreuth is celebrated for its distinctive focus on interdisciplinary collaboration, promoting dialogue between various fields of study. With strengths in fields such as African Studies, Polymer and Colloid Chemistry, and Non-European Legal Systems, the university offers a unique academic portfolio. Its commitment to research-driven teaching and internationalization has positioned it as a hub for students and scholars seeking a dynamic and inclusive learning environment.

The Master's programme "Economics" is characterised by a mixture of basic and specialisation courses. Talented students also have the opportunity to participate in doctoral courses and gain credit for excellent performance. Much more than in the bachelor's programme, independent scientific work is what is required for master's students. The courses available offer numerous possibilities for integration with Business Administration, Law and the master's programmes in Philosophy & Economics and History & Economics. Despite the diversity of the courses offered, the aim remains to impart core competencies in the fields of institutional economics, international economic relations, and empirical economic research. Students will be able to structure and solve complex problems at a methodically high level. The courses are taught at a high academic level, most of them in English. Lecture and seminar materials are primarily in English. Students are familiarized with the reasoning and rigour of internationally recognized economic research. They learn to adequately comprehend and evaluate scientific economic discussions of the past, present, and future. Students are thus put in a position to act responsibly, recognizing the merits of and challenges to a free market-based, constitutional democratic state. They improve the ability to critically scrutinize and further develop models of purely economic as well as political economic interaction. The programme can be studied with an interdisciplinary focus. Options exist to link with the University of Bayreuth’s master’s programmes in Business Administration and Health Economics. Moreover, the programme leaves room for individual interests outside of economics. This allows for breadth and depth of thought – an important prerequisite for developing sustainable solutions to complex economic and social problems.

The University of Bayreuth stands out as a dynamic institution at the forefront of innovative education and research. Known for its youthful energy since its establishment, the university has become a beacon of academic excellence. With a commitment to interdisciplinary studies, it fosters a vibrant community that encourages collaboration between diverse fields. Notably, the university has gained recognition for its pioneering work in areas such as African Studies, Polymer and Colloid Chemistry, and Non-European Legal Systems. This emphasis on unique academic strengths, combined with a dedication to research-driven teaching and global engagement, makes the University of Bayreuth a distinctive and influential player in the academic landscape.