Admissions

A 3-year BA and 1-year Masters in the field of Economics and Finace achieving 240 ECTs.
Equivalently, a 4-year BA degree in the field of Economics and Finance with 240 ECTs.

A specific and strong motivation for the Financial Economics track.

In addition, the applicants have to provide information how they achieved the learning outcomes at M1 level.

All applicants whose native language is not English need to be able to demonstrate proficiency of English at B2 level (compulsory), (according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages – CEFR)

• Proof of language skills

– Motivation letter
– CV
– A description of relevant modules/courses explaining how the learning objectives at M1 level have been achieved in the previous course of studies

The application file is assessed by the Admissions Board. Applicants are evaluated and selected on the basis of the application criteria to the Master in Finance and Economics in general. Adequacy of the applicant’s educational or professional profile is based on the applicant’s academic background, academic level assessed on the basis of transcripts (average, student rank if applicable), and a strong motivation as demonstrated in the applicant’s cover letter.

If the number of eligible applicants exceeds 20 (numerus clausus), applicants will be placed on a waiting list ranked according to merit.

Assessment criteria include:

• Existing knowledge, skills and competences acquired during undergraduate degree.
• Academic record and grades achieved.
• Motivation, extracurricular and other supporting activities, commitment to higher education and learning.

• Background in economics with high grades in core courses such as microeconomics and macroeconomics.
• Proven knowledge of statistics and econometrics with high grades.

Max. 20 students per year.

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