Country: Germany
University: HTW Berlin
Program Name: Master International and Development Economics (MIDE)
Category: Master’s Programme
Deadline: 31 August 2026 with DAAD scholarship / 30 September 2026 without scholarship
Applications are open for the Master International and Development Economics (MIDE) programme at HTW Berlin for the April 2027 intake. According to the official application page, the university manages the full application process itself through its online portal, and applicants do not need to apply through Uni-Assist.
Intake
The application page is announced for April 2027. It also specifies that the online form is available in the July to September application period.
Eligibility
The official page sets out three main admission requirements.
First Degree
Applicants must hold a first university degree worth 180 ECTS or an equivalent qualification.
Economics Credits
A minimum of 15 ECTS credits in Economics is required. For applicants who studied outside the ECTS system, the page states that at least three economics-related modules are needed.
English Requirement
Proof of English proficiency is required. However, applicants whose previous degree was taught in English do not need to provide additional proof.
Application Deadlines
The programme lists separate deadlines depending on whether the applicant is also applying for the DAAD scholarship.
DAAD Scholarship Deadline
31 August 2026
Regular Deadline
30 September 2026 without scholarship
Application Process
The page outlines the process in a clear sequence.
Step 1
Applicants should first review the admission requirements and confirm that they satisfy the academic and language criteria.
Step 2
They must then prepare all required documents before starting the form. The page specifically mentions transcripts, a CV, a motivation letter, and proof of English proficiency.
Step 3
Candidates need to register on the application portal, create login details, sign in, and complete the online application form.
HTW Berlin states that all MIDE applications are handled by the university itself. It also provides a guideline PDF for applicants who need help completing the form.
Required Documents
Electronic documents must be uploaded as part of the application.
Motivation Letter
The motivation letter must be personally signed and dated, be no longer than two pages, and explain both the applicant’s motivation and specific academic and career goals.
Transcript and Degree Certificate
Applicants must submit transcript of records and degree certificate(s), including their CGPA. If the documents are not in English or German, official translations are required.
Grading Scale
A grading system explanation must also be included. The page explains that this is usually part of the transcript or Diploma Supplement. If it is missing, applicants should obtain it from their university with the highest possible grade and the minimum passing grade clearly indicated.
CV
The CV must be in Europass format and signed and dated by the applicant.
Passport Copy
A passport copy is part of the required application package.
English Proof
Applicants must also upload their proof of English language proficiency.
Certified Documents
The page says applicants do not need to send certified hardcopies of university documents when applying. Electronic copies are enough for the MIDE application and also for the DAAD scholarship process where applicable.
Certified hardcopies are only required later from applicants who are admitted and who accept their study place. These must be submitted together with the signed study contract.
Scholarship Option
The page notes that applicants from a developing country who have at least two years of professional experience after graduation may apply for a DAAD scholarship.
To do this, they must complete the scholarship section inside the MIDE application form. The page also states that additional documents are required and that both the MIDE and DAAD applications are processed at HTW Berlin.
Selection Criteria
Admission decisions are based on the following weighted criteria listed on the page:
Academic Performance
Cumulative grade point average counts for 40%.
Economics Preparation
The number of economics courses taken counts for 25%.
Motivation
The letter of motivation counts for 35%.
Application Fee
HTW Berlin states that there are no application fees.
