Economic Policy and Journalism

Study content

The inter-disciplinary curriculum provides a variety of English-language courses in both Economics and Journalism. Students acquire basic journalistic skills such as research and writing techniques during the first semester before continuing to more advanced hands-on journalism training in higher semesters. Two integrated internships at renowned media organizations help refining journalistic skills. Graduates will be proficient in print, broadcast and digital media.  

At the same time, students broaden their academic understanding of economics through attendance of MA level economics classes. They will furthermore learn how to combine economic analyses and journalistic know how. Upon completion of the program, graduates are able to 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. 

Preconditions

• BA degree in economics (or an equivalent field) (grade: 2.5 or better)
• at least 10 ECTS in Mathematics/Statistics and at least 50 ECTS in Economics
• journalistic sample article (6000 characters, in English language
• English level C1

Applicants must upload their sample article alongside all other documents. Shortlisted candidates are invited to an interview with the examination board. A successful interview is a precondition for enrolment.

Application & enrolment

Further information about the application and enrolment procedure is provided by the International Office of TU Dortmund University.