WU Vienna University of Economics and Business·Economics
Master of Science (MSc)
The Master's Program in Economics provides students with the opportunity to develop specialized skills in economic theory and empirical data analysis. The program offers two tracks: an Applied Track focused on real-world problem solving and a Science Track aimed at those pursuing economic research. Graduates are prepared for diverse career paths in government, business, and NGOs.
Students study topics such as macroeconomics, microeconomics, and econometrics while focusing on both theoretical frameworks and practical applications. The program emphasizes data analysis and empirical methods to address current economic issues.
The program is structured over four semesters, with a combination of foundational courses and specialization options in the first year, followed by advanced topics and the completion of a Master's thesis in the second year.
Graduates of the program will be equipped with strong analytical skills, rigorous understanding of economic theories, and practical data analysis techniques. They will be prepared to tackle complex economic issues in various professional settings.
Periods can differ for EU/EEA and non-EU applicants. Always confirm on the official site before applying.
Winter 2026/27
No tuition
EU/EEA students, within the standard study period (plus the ~€25 ÖH student union fee per semester).
€727 / semester
Non-EU / third-country rate. Always confirm on the official site.
€ 25,20 ÖH-Beitrag plus gegebenenfalls anfallende Studiengebühren im Umfang von € 363,36 bzw. € 726,72
Third-country (non-EU/EEA) applicants generally need to have their prior qualifications legalised and translated for the admission application. Exact rules depend on the country that issued each document — always confirm with the university's admissions office.
Program-specific items — a CV, letter of motivation, an entrance exam (e.g. GMAT, GRE, SAT) or a portfolio — vary by degree. Check this program's requirements above and its official page.
The level of legalisation your certificates need depends on your country of origin:
Apostille
If your country is part of the Hague Apostille Convention, an Apostille from the competent authority of the issuing country is sufficient.
No legalisation
A small number of countries have a bilateral agreement with Austria and need no further legalisation.
Full diplomatic legalisation
For all other countries: the full chain — pre-certification by the issuing country's authorities (e.g. Ministry of Education and Ministry of Foreign Affairs), then legalisation by the competent Austrian representation (embassy/consulate).
Translations are usually done after legalisation. Check the required order with the issuing authorities and the Austrian representation.
After admission: proof of sufficient funds, health insurance and the student residence permit are part of the visa process — not university admission. We cover those in the guides.
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