Economic Policy and Journalism

TU Dortmund University · Dortmund, Germany

Level
Master's
Award
Master of Arts
Language
English
Duration
4 semesters
Study mode
Full-time
Campus
Dortmund
Apply by
Register by 15 September 2027 + 3 more
Starts
Winter and summer semester

TU Dortmund University does not publish a fee for this programme on its own. Its published rate for master's programmes is €0 – €1,940 a year for international students.

Entry requirements and how to apply

Entry requirements
Applicants must have a BA degree in Economics or a similar degree. At least 10 ECTS in Mathematics/Statistics and at least 50 ECTS in Economics are mandatory. Applicants must be proficient in English (level C1 or higher). Applicants are required to submit a journalistic sample article of approx. 6,000 characters in English language on a current economic policy topic. The article must be submitted via e-mail to: [email protected] prior to application . Short-listed candidates are invited to an interview (aptitude test) with the examination board. After successful completion of the interview, applicants will receive a document "confirmation of the aptitude test". This document as well as the sample article must be uploaded alongside all other documents during the application process.
English language requirement
C1 required, please provide an official language certificate, e.g.: IELTS Academic: 7 TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 95 Reading: 24 Listening: 22 Speaking: 25 Writing: 24 TOEFL iBT (since 2026): 5 Reading: 5 Listening: 5 Speaking: 5 Writing: 5 Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced TOEIC: 945 Reading: 455 Listening: 490 Speaking: 180 Writing: 180
German language requirement
No minimum language level required
Application period
The following is valid for applicants from: EU countries For the winter semester: 15 March - 15 September The following is valid for applicants from: EU countries For the summer semester: 1 November - 15 March The following is valid for applicants from: non-EU countries For the winter semester: 1 January - 15 May The following is valid for applicants from: non-EU countries For the summer semester: 1 November - 15 January
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About this programme

The Master's degree programme profile "Economic Policy and Journalism" is a combination of fundamental journalism training and a top-tier education in economics. It is designed for BA graduates in Economics or an equivalent major who wish to acquire professional journalistic skills. The curriculum is situated at the intersection of economics and journalism. Students refine their academic understanding of economics through MA level economics classes, while simultaneously receiving hands-on journalistic practice. Two integrated internships at renowned media organisations help refining journalistic skills. Graduates will be proficient in print, broadcast and digital media. Upon completion of the programme, graduates are able to analyse and communicate complex economic developments in a clear and comprehensible manner. Besides working as economic policy journalists, graduates have diverse career opportunities including positions in government ministries, economic research institutes and the banking and finance industry.

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