Program Overview

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Department of Economics

The Department of Economics offers various programs, including the Bachelor of Science in Economics and the Bachelor of Science in Mathematical Finance.

Bachelor of Science in Economics

About the Programme

The Bachelor of Science in Economics is a comprehensive program that covers various aspects of economics, including microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics.

Programme Content

The program consists of compulsory and elective courses, including:

• Microeconomics
• Macroeconomics
• Econometrics
• Statistics
• Corporate finance

Admission Criteria

To be eligible for the program, students must have a strong foundation in mathematics and economics.

Tuition Fees

There is no mention of tuition fees in the provided context.

Bachelor of Science in Mathematical Finance

Programme Content

The Bachelor of Science in Mathematical Finance is a interdisciplinary program that combines mathematics and economics to provide students with a strong foundation in financial modeling and analysis.

Admission Criteria

To be eligible for the program, students must have a strong foundation in mathematics and economics.

Tuition Fees

There is no mention of tuition fees in the provided context.

Examinations - Examination Regulations 2023

Exam Dates

Exams are held twice a semester, with two opportunities to take exams: the main dates in February and July, and the supplementary dates in April and October.

Orientation Test

The orientation test comprises exams from the courses in Linear algebra I, Analysis I, Statistics I, and Corporate finance. Students must pass this test successfully until the beginning of their fourth semester.

Seminar and Bachelor's Thesis

Students typically attend one seminar in the third and one in the sixth semester. Following their bachelor's seminar, they will write their bachelor's thesis. Students must attend the seminars either in Economics or in Mathematics.

Bachelor's Thesis

Conditions

To be eligible to write a bachelor's thesis, students must have passed the orientation test, completed 120 ECTS credits, and attended a seminar.

Registration

Students must register for the bachelor's thesis during the exam registration period for the written exams for the main date.

Writing Period

The 8-week writing period commences on the first working day in March or August. Students will be informed about their topic, the start of the writing period, and the exact deadline to hand in the bachelor's thesis by letter after registration.

Submission

Students must submit their bachelor's thesis in person or by post, along with a statutory declaration, contact address, and current certificate of enrolment.

Research Areas

The Department of Economics has various research areas, including:

• Microeconomics
• Macroeconomics
• Econometrics
• Statistics
• Corporate finance

International

The Department of Economics has international partnerships and offers opportunities for students to study abroad.

Examination Office

The Examination Office is responsible for administering exams, handling registration and submission of bachelor's theses, and providing information on examination regulations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if I don't pass an exam at the first attempt?

Exams from the compulsory areas may be repeated once, normally during the resit period. After the second unsuccessful attempt, students may request a third attempt twice during their studies.

What happens if I don't pass the exam of a compulsory economics course at the second attempt either?

Students may apply in writing for permission to resit an exam a second time for the courses from the compulsory areas twice during their bachelor studies.

How do I get a transcript?

Students can obtain a transcript through the university's online system.