Faculty of Business, Economics and Social Sciences

Cooperation with partners in Belgium and Italy

Double-Master's Programs Economics

You want to learn more about the diverse fields and methods of economics? Then the internationally oriented Double-Master's-Programs of the Hohenheim Master's in Economics (ECON) are the right choice for you.

The Double-Master's-Programs of the Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences offer you the attractive option of earning two degrees within the scope of one study program. The programs are structured in such a way that you can obtain the double degree within the regular period of study. Spend your second year at a renowned university in Belgium (HEC School of the Université de Liège) or Italy (Università degli Studi di Pavia). There you will get to know a different teaching and living culture, develop yourself personally and open up international career opportunities.

The range of Double-Master's-Programs will be further expanded in the coming years.

What you can expect:

  • Two European university locations
  • International networking and intercultural exchange within the HERMES network
  • Accompanying advanced language courses
  • Degree certificates from two universities
  • Use of the networks of our partner university for international career perspectives

Your course of studies | Our partners | Your requirements | Added value multiple degree | Application | Contact

Your course of studies

One study – two degrees

The Double-Master's-Programs in Economics are offered at the University of Liège in Belgium and the University of Pavia in Italy.

The study time (1 year | 1 year) is divided in half: You start your studies in Hohenheim and complete the first two semesters there. The second year of study takes place mainly at your chosen partner university and ends with your Master's thesis. With one study program you acquire both the Master's degree in Economics and the Master's degree in Economics and Society or the Master's degree in Economics and Finance if you choose the University of Liège. If you decide to study at the partner university in Pavia, you will receive a Master's degree in Economics as well as the Laurea Magistrale in Economia, Finanza e Integrazione Internazionale with a major in Finance, a major in International Economic Integration or a major in Industrial Organization and Market Strategy.

The courses of study in the double degree programs are closely based on the basic structure of the Masters in Economics.

Course of studies - University of Liège

As an ECON student, you have the opportunity to complete your second year of study at the HEC Management School of the University of Liège in the Master's program in Economics and Society or Economics and Finance. You will already get to know your Belgian fellow students at the beginning of your studies, as they will also spend their first Master's year in Hohenheim.

Your first year of study

In the first semester you will take five compulsory modules in the basic area (30 ECTS) and in the second semester five modules in the elective area (30 ECTS).

Your second year of study

Your third semester takes place in Liège. Here, in addition to the compulsory courses (21 ECTS), you can choose two modules from the elective area (10 ECTS). In Liège, you also have the chance to gain further practical experience in the fourth semester. An internship (10 ECTS) is a mandatory part of the curriculum and should last at least 10 weeks. The curriculum is rounded off by special language and key competencies. Also part of the fourth semester is the Master's thesis (20 ECTS), which is written and defended in Liège.

Study focus

Economics - Economic Analysis and Policy

Economics - Macroeconomics and Finance

Course of studies - University of Pavia

As a student in the Master of Economics you have the possibility to complete your second year at the Università di Pavia in the Laurea Magistrale in Economia, Finanza e Integrazione Internazionale with the major in Finance, the major in International Economic Integration or the major in Industrial Organization and Market Strategies.

Your first year of study

In addition to the basic area (30 ECTS), you will take three modules (18 ECTS) from the area of Finance/Economics. You can freely choose two elective modules from the overall curriculum.

Your second year of study

In addition to the compulsory modules (9 ECTS), you will take modules from your area of specialization (15 ECTS) and elective modules (12 ECTS). The professors in Pavia will supervise your Master's thesis (24 ECTS), which you will present to a committee as part of a final examination.

Study focus

  • Compulsory modules in the concentration Finance: "Capital Markets and Public Companies Law" and "Foreign Language
  • Compulsory modules in the focus International Economic Integration: "European Constitutional Law" and "Foreign Language
  • Compulsory modules in the focus Industrial Organization and Market Strategies: "European Constitutional Law" and "Foreign Language"

Our partners

 


HEC Liège (Liege)

Liège (Liege) has nearly 200,000 inhabitants and is the economic and cultural center of Wallonia, the French-speaking region of Belgium. The city impresses with architectural diversity - from the medieval old town to the trend-setting train station - and lures with the scent of the famous Belgian waffles. Our partner is the HEC Management School of the Université de Liège. It was created in 2005 from the merger of the Management and Economics Department of the University of Liège (founded in 1817) and the HEC Hautes Etudes Commerciales de Liège (founded in 1898).

Università di Pavia (Pavia)

The Università di Pavia was founded in 1361 and is one of the oldest universities in Europe.

The historic center of the city of Pavia delights with many small streets, impressive squares and significant churches. The university buildings are located directly in the city center. Due to the rice cultivation, the city attracts with delicious traditional risotto from the famous Carnaroli rice. The short distance to Milan invites you to visit the metropolis of fashion, design and culture. Studying in Pavia is therefore an ideal way to discover the many facets of Italy.

With our partners we are connected by more than 10 years of close and trustful cooperation, the experience of joint projects, as well as the already several years of cooperation in double degree programs. Both the University of Hohenheim and the University of Liège are members of the HERMES network and the AACSB. Liège has already successfully undergone the international accreditation processes of AACSB and EFMD global, is a member of EFMD global and is seeking accreditations in this network, Hohenheim is seeking accreditation by AACSB no later than 2023.

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Your requirements

Powerful and committed

You should bring along a lot of curiosity and openness, as well as commitment and flexibility. The change of university requires adaptability in everyday life and studies and a good portion of discipline. The program will certainly demand more from you than studying in one place - but you can also experience and achieve much more. So it is worth it!

In addition to your interest in economics, it is important that you meet the requirements for the master's program in economics (ECON) and that you are motivated to study in an international context. A good knowledge of German and English is also important, as some courses in Hohenheim are held exclusively in German and the courses at the partner universities are held exclusively in English.

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Added value multiple closure

A multiple degree is the best foundation for starting your international career.
With your double master's degree, you can score points not only on the foreign job market, but also on the domestic job market. Because you prove your efficiency, adaptability and independence.

Advantages compared to a semester abroad

In a multiple degree program, your stays abroad and foreign study achievements are firmly integrated into the study plan. In the case of a semester abroad, on the other hand, foreign credits must be recognized by the home university at a later date, and studies may tend to be prolonged.

Profit from the partner network

The special thing about our program is that you can also use the networks of our partners for your internship semester. This opens up many international internship and career opportunities for you. In addition, you will also benefit from the good reputation of our partner universities when applying.

You win:

  • Experience abroad
  • Better language skills
  • Intercultural competence
  • Higher reputation due to higher requirements
  • Better career opportunities

You can find more information about your career opportunities in Economics here.

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Application

The application procedure for the Double-Master's-Programs is integrated into the admission procedure for the Hohenheim Master's programs and therefore has two stages. In the following, we will explain the application procedure for the Double-Master's-Programs step by step.

Stage 1: Application for Master's program

Prerequisite: In the first step, it is important that you submit the complete application documents for the Master's Economics by May 15 of the year. Only then is participation in the selection process possible.

Online application: When applying for the Master's program, you can also indicate which Double-Master's-Program you would like to apply for. Be prepared to upload a letter of motivation at this point.

Stage 2: Double-Master's-Programs

Congratulations! As soon as you have been admitted to the Master's program by approx. mid-July, you will automatically participate in the second step of the selection process for Double-Master's-Programs.

Selection procedure until approx. mid-August: The selection is made on the basis of the available application documents and is based on the rankings of the admission list for the corresponding Master's program. Selection interviews take place only in individual cases.

Don't worry, the waiting period is not too long! Even before you enroll at Hohenheim, you will be notified whether you will study in the normal Master's program or in a Double-Master's-Program. Depending on the number of applicants, a waiting list will be kept or an allocation of remaining places will be organized during the 1st semester.

Application documents Double-Master's-Program

  •  Letter of motivation: In addition to the usual documents, you must also include a one- to two-page letter of motivation with your application. Please let us know your preferred Double-Master's-Program and your preferred focus. Have you already gained experience abroad and intercultural skills? Great! Please tell us about your previous experiences in your letter of motivation!
  • Language requirements: As an applicant for the Double-Master's-Programs you have to prove an English level of B2.

If you already have knowledge of the relevant national language, this is of course an advantage, but not a prerequisite for your application.

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Questions to the Double Degree?

Selma Ullrich, B.A.

Contact person for multiple degrees

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