Program Overview

Introduction to the DDM Economics and Economic Analysis Program

The University of Groningen offers a Double Degree master's program in Economics and Economic Analysis, in collaboration with the Universidad de Chile in Santiago. This program allows students to gain a deep understanding of the economies and economic policies of Europe and Latin America, studying in two distinct cultural contexts and earning two degrees in just 18 months.

Program Overview

• The program is a full-time Double Degree master's program.
• It is offered by the Faculty of Economics and Business at the University of Groningen.
• The program duration is 18 months (90 EC).
• The language of instruction is English.
• The program starts in September.

Why Choose a Double Degree?

• Earn two accredited degrees from two internationally renowned universities.
• Broaden your knowledge and expand your network.
• Enhance your career opportunities.

Program Structure

• Year 1: Students start the MSc Economics program in Groningen, delving into topics like competition policy, energy markets, household behavior, economic growth, inflation, unemployment, fiscal and monetary policy, and international trade dynamics.
• Year 2: Students take one semester (July-December) of courses in Santiago, Chile, with potential courses including applied econometrics, growth and economic development, and competition policy and market regulation.

Study Abroad

• Study abroad is required for this program.
• Students spend one semester studying in Santiago de Chile as part of the double degree with Universidad de Chile.

Entry Requirements

• To be eligible, students must first start with the MSc Economics at the University of Groningen.
• Application deadline for the double degree is 1 December.
• Students must meet the entry requirements of the MSc Economics program.

Admission Requirements

• Previous education: Students must start with the MSc Economics at the University of Groningen.
• Language test: IELTS Academic overall score 6.5 (Speaking 6, Writing 6.5); TOEFL internet-based overall score 90 (Speaking 20, Writing 24); Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency (overall score 176, Speaking 169, Writing 176).

Application Deadlines

• Dutch students: 01 May 2026, starting 01 September 2026.
• EU/EEA students: 01 May 2026, starting 01 September 2026.
• Non-EU/EEA students: 01 May 2026, starting 01 September 2026.

Tuition Fees

• EU/EEA students: € 2601 (first year), € 2695 (second year).
• Non-EU/EEA students: € 21400 (first year), € 22200 (second year).

After Your Studies

• Job prospects: The program prepares students for positions in (inter)national government bodies, public organizations, and the private sector.
• Job examples: Scientific or policy-oriented researcher, applied researcher, financial analyst, policy-maker, manager, lecturer, journalist.

Research

• The program is connected to business practice, economics, and society.
• Key research areas include microeconomics and market dynamics, macroeconomics and finance, public policy, economic growth and development, labor, gender, and education, institutional economics, and health.