Economic Development and Growth (MEDEG) (Double Degree master)
Study Economic Development and Growth in Groningen and Lund to learn about the complexity of concerns in developing economies.
To take part in this programme, you first study MSc International Economics and Sustainable Development in Groningen. During this first study, you can apply to study at Lund University in Sweden, and you will begin the programme in Lund directly after your studies in Groningen.
Do you want to understand how policy-makers can stimulate economic growth? Are you interested in how economic development, sustainability, and innovation can be encouraged in developing economies?
In the two-year double degree master Economic Development and Growth, you will develop the theoretical and quantitative tools needed to grasp the main debates in economics and other social sciences. You will also develop the specialized understanding of context, institutions, and historical legacies in developing economies required to deal with the full complexity of development issues.
Applicants have to prove their English language skills either by an internationally recognized language test or upon previous studies. Usually English language skills can be proved by the following documents:
- TOEFL iBT*
- IELTS Academic
- A Cambridge English qualification
- Higher education degree completed in English
- Secondary education completed in English in a country or school qualification accepted by the university
- An English subject and grade on your secondary school leaving certificate that meet the university’s requirements
- Other
Important: Accepted methods and minimum results depend on study programme and the country where you completed your education. Check the official requirements for your chosen study programme.
*Use the Kastu promo code LTU1000102 when registering for TOEFL iBT and receive a 5% discount.
To be eligible for admission to this Master's, you need to hold an academic Bachelor's or Master's degree from a research university in one of the following - or closely related - fields: Business Economics, Business Administration, Econometrics and Operations Research, Economics and Business Economics, International Business, Technology Management.
Checklist including brief description (max. 20 pages) of relevant courses you have taken in the field of the specific Master programme you are applying for, and of any courses in research methods and statistics. Course descriptions must include a description of topics covered in the course, learning objectives and a literature list of the course book(s) used in each course.
Job examples
- Market/policy analyst
- (Development) economist
- Sustainability consultant
- Trade expert
- Global strategy and policy advisor
