Учебный план программы обучения "Магистр Наук в Экономике"

Specialization

Although there are no compulsory modules or specializations in the MSc in Economics, students may want to pursue a certain study scheme. For this purpose the program offers two optional specializations: 

• International Economics and Finance 
• Economic Policy 

The specialization International Economics and Finance is devoted to deepening students' knowledge about international and development economics as well as finance and macroeconomics. Aspects covered include the integration of developing countries into the world economy, governance and institutions, poverty traps, macroeconomic distortions, financial crises, and disruptions in financial markets. The International Economics and Finance specialization will appeal particularly to students who expect their future careers to be in international financial organizations, central banks, development banks, commercial banks or international firms. 

The specialization Economic Policy focuses on market, regulatory and institutional aspects of policy problems at the micro- and macro-level. Practical applications of economic thought to issues in trade, monetary/finance, growth/development, health and environmental policies will be covered. The Economic Policy specialization will appeal particularly to students who expect their future careers to be in governmental agencies, NGOs, think tanks and economic advisory consultancies. 

To pursue one of the two specializations, you have to obtain 40 ECTS (out of 90 ECTS) in modules that count toward that specialization and write your master's thesis in that specialization.

A list of courses that give credit for the specializations can be found in the Student Handbook. 

Structure

The “Master of Science in Economics” is a two-year (four-semester) degree program. The first three semesters are scheduled for coursework while the fourth semester is reserved for the master’s thesis. A total of 120 ECTS (European Credit Transfer System) credit points have to be acquired, which implies a workload of 30 ECTS credits per semester. In order to graduate, students need to earn 90 ECTS through coursework and 30 ECTS through the master’s thesis. Considering the variety of courses offered the program differentiates between:

• Core Modules: Macroeconomics I and II, Microeconomics I and II (5 ECTS per module) and Econometrics and Microeconometrics (10 ECTS per module). Students have to obtain at least 30 ECTS out of the six core modules during their studies. The core modules provide students with a solid knowledge base in economics at master’s level which they can later complement with more specialized electives. 
• Specialized Modules: Every year there are about 20 different specialized economics modules offered in the fields of Applied and Theoretical Microeconomics, Empirical Economics, Energy Economics, International and Development Economics, Macroeconomics and Finance, Economic Policy etc. The class size in specialized modules is usually small (10-30 students).

You can find an overview of all economics modules in the Student Handbook. A detailed timetable of the courses offered during a particular semester can be found on the website of the Dean's Office.

Факультет

Требования к поступающим на программу обучения "Магистр Наук в Экономике"

Admission to
the MSc in Economics is determined by a selection procedure that
assesses a student’s suitability for the program. We
review individually whether applicants are able to fulfill the
requirements for participation in the program. (see below). 

In additon,
from winter term 2015/16 on there will be restricted admission according to
grade (“Numerus clausus”). Based on the average grade (at a bachelor level), the best applicants
will be selected for participation in the program.

Requirements for
admission 

• A
  bachelor’s degree in economics or a related discipline 

• with a regular period of at least six
  semesters (180 ECTS credit points) and
  
• with completed coursework
  of at least 40 ECTS in economics and 15 ECTS in statistics/econometrics
  and mathematics. 

• Good
  command of the English language, as the program is taught
  entirely in English. Applicants need to have English language skills
  according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
  Level B2. The following proof of English proficiency will be
  accepted: 

• TOEFL*
  (Test of English as a Foreign Language): Minimum total score of
  87 points (internet-based)
• IELTS**
  (International English Language Testing System): Minimum Overall band
  score 6.5
• Cambridge
  First Certificate in English (FCE) and Cambridge
  Certificate in Advanced English (CAE)***
• Proof of
  a bachelor's degree with English being  the medium of instruction
  (Evidence of this will either need to be included on a transcript or
  letter from your university, both need to be officially signed and
  sealed.)
• Certified copy of the German “Abitur”-certificate
• Native
  speakers from Australia, Canada, Great Britain, New Zealand,  and the United States are exempt
  

English proficiency tests other than the ones listed above, and test
scores older than two years from the date of application are not
accepted.

*
ETS can submit your TOEFL scores directly to the Master Coordination Office. The
TOEFL-code for the MSc in Economics is 3296 (Institution Name:
“Ruhr-Universität Bochum, MSc in Economics”). Simple photocopies
of TOEFL reports are not accepted! We only accept TOEFL reports
directly send to us by ETS. 

** A simple photocopy of your IELTS Test Report Form is accepted, as we
can verify your test results online through IELTS’s verification
service by using your Test Report Form Number. 

*** A simple photocopy of your FCE or CAE certificates is accepted, if
you also send us your Candidate ID and Candidate Secret Number (printed
on your Statement of Entry). With these we can use CambridgeESOL’s
online verification service to check your certificate’s authenticity.

Процедура поступления на программу обучения "Магистр Наук в Экономике"

Application

In order to apply for the MSc
in Economics program, you need to follow two steps: 

1) Apply online through
Ruhr-University Bochum’s online application system. 

2) After applying online send
all required documents by post to Ruhr-University Bochum’s admission
office. 

Application
deadlines 

July 15th for the winter
semester starting October 1st 

January
15th for the summer semester starting April 1st 

RUB’s online application system
can be accessed HERE. The online application
system is activated in late May for applications to the winter semester
and in late November for applications to the summer semester. 

It is not possible to submit
applications before the online application system opens. Applications
by Email are not accepted! 

Application
Process 

After applying online you will
receive an Email with a PDF-attachment named “online application check
sheet” (“Kontrollblatt”). The check sheet will show your application
number, further instructions on how to proceed and a list of all
required documents that you need to send through the post to RUB’s
admission office (The address will be printed on the sheet). 

All required documents need to
arrive at the admission office (“Zulassungsstelle”) no later than July 15th/ January
15th, if you wish to start the following winter/ summer
semester. Please send your application documents directly to RUB’s admission office
(not
to the Master in Economics Coordination Office!), and only after you have
applied online and obtained an online application number. (Sending
documents to the admission office without applying online first makes
your application invalid!) 

Required
Application Documents 

1. A certified copy of your original
   bachelor’s degree. 
2. A certified
   copy of your bachelor’s
   degree translated by a certified
   translator into German or English, if the original is not in
   one of the
   two languages. 
3. A
   certified
   copy of your transcript of
   records covering all courses,
   grades and credit points obtained including an average grade of all
   obtained courses. (If your transcript does not
   show
   ECTS credits or no credits at all, your workload will be converted to
   ECTS credits accordingly). 
4. Evidence of
   English language proficiency (see Admission
   Requirements
   ). 
5. The
   original APS certificate (relevant
   for applicants from China,
   Mongolia and Vietnam only). This is to determine the
   equivalence of
   entrance qualifications. RUB only accepts applications from these
   countries if they are accompanied by this certificate of
   authenticity. 

In addition, it is desirable
(but not compulsory) that you submit: 

6. A
   curriculum vitae (CV). (Your CV should
   include your personal
   details and list your previous education and relevant work
   experience.) 
7. A letter of
   motivation in English.
   (Please supply a letter, 1 page
   in length, stating your reasons for applying to the program
   and why you
   should be admitted.) 

After you have mailed your
application documents, you can track the
receipt and progress of your application in your online
application
account. 

Admission
Notification 

After the application deadline
all
applications with submitted documents will be reviewed to determine
whether the admission requirements are met. Admission notifications
will be sent out by early
to mid-August for the winter semester program
and by early to
mid-February
for the summer semester program. German/EU
applicants who are not able to supply their final degree certificates
by the application deadline are admitted conditional upon providing
their certificate by the time of enrolment (international students from
outside the European Union have to supply all documents by July 15th/
January 15th!).  

You can download your admission
letter from your online
application account (admission letters are only available for download and not
mailed through the post!). The time and
place of the official registration/ enrolment period, as well as the
documents required to enroll, will be announced on your admission
letter. If you are an international student, you will also need to take
care of certain formalities, such as health care,
visa and proof of
finances. 

Please note that before
enrolment all students have to obtain
a confirmation letter
from the Master Coordination Office stating that
they have attended mandatory
counseling (“Obligatorisches
Beratungsgespräch”). Students can receive mandatory counseling on
certain days during the enrolment period. The exact dates will be
announced on our website and on your admission letters. 

Полезные ссылки по программе обучения "Магистр Наук в Экономике"

• Сайт программы: https://www.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/econmaster/index.html
• Учебный план / модули: https://www.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/econmaster/Structure.html