Study Economic Development and Growth in Groningen and Lund to learn about the complexity of concerns in developing economies.
To take part in this programme, you first study MSc International Economics and Sustainable Development in Groningen. During this first study, you can apply to study at Lund University in Sweden, and you will begin the programme in Lund directly after your studies in Groningen.
Do you want to understand how
policy-makers can stimulate economic growth? Are you interested in
how
economic development,
sustainability, and innovation
can be encouraged in developing
economies?
In the two-year double degree
master Economic Development and Growth, you will develop
the theoretical and quantitative tools needed to grasp the main
debates in economics and other social sciences. You will also
develop the specialized understanding of context, institutions, and
historical legacies in developing economies required to deal with
the full complexity of development issues.
In the 1st year of the MEDEG programme, you will study the MSc International Economics and Sustainable Development at the University of Groningen. You will dive into topics related to international trade, international finance, foreign direct investment, and sustainable economic development . You will also learn how to analyze economic data, assess policy options, make economic development strategies, and provide recommendations to policymakers.
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| CoursesCourse Catalog > | 1a | 1b | 2a | 2b |
| MSc International Economics and Sustainable Development (60 EC) | ||||
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| CoursesCourse Catalog > | 1a | 1b | 2a | 2b |
| Study at Lund University (60 EC) | ||||
| Specific requirements | More information |
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| previous education |
To be eligible for admission to this Master's, you need to hold an academic Bachelor's or Master's degree from a research university in one of the following - or closely related - fields: Business Economics, Business Administration, Econometrics and Operations Research, Economics and Business Economics, International Business, Technology Management. To assess whether your educational/academic background meets the specific programme requirements, we will consider the level and curriculum of your previous studies and the grades that you have obtained. For more information, see https://www.rug.nl/feb/apply-msc If you have any questions concerning admission, please contact our Admissions Office: https://www.rug.nl/admissions |
| Type of student | Deadline | Start course |
|---|---|---|
| Dutch students | 01 May 2026 | 01 September 2026 |
| EU/EEA students | 01 May 2026 | 01 September 2026 |
| non-EU/EEA students | 01 May 2026 | 01 September 2026 |
| Specific requirements | More information |
|---|---|
| previous education |
To be eligible for admission to this Master's, you need to hold an academic Bachelor's or Master's degree from a research university in one of the following - or closely related - fields: Business Economics, Business Administration, Econometrics and Operations Research, Economics and Business Economics, International Business, Technology Management. To assess whether your educational/academic background meets the specific programme requirements, we will consider the level and curriculum of your previous studies and the grades that you have obtained. For more information, see https://www.rug.nl/feb/apply-msc If you have any questions concerning admission, please contact our Admissions Office: https://www.rug.nl/admissions |
| 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). |
| Type of student | Deadline | Start course |
|---|---|---|
| Dutch students | 01 May 2026 | 01 September 2026 |
| EU/EEA students | 01 May 2026 | 01 September 2026 |
| non-EU/EEA students | 01 May 2026 | 01 September 2026 |
| Nationality | Year | Fee | Programme form |
|---|---|---|---|
| EU/EEA | 2025-2026 | € 2601 | full-time |
| non-EU/EEA | 2025-2026 | € 21400 | full-time |
The tuition fees above are for the one year studying in Groningen. For an estimation of the total tuition fees for the double degree, please see DD fees.
Practical information for:
After graduation, you will have
plenty of career opportunities in institutions all
over the world addressing economic development, such as the
EU, OECD, ILO, World Bank, UNESCO,
WTO, CEPAL, IADB
(Inter-American Development Bank), NGOs,
government institutions, central banks, think tanks, multinational
companies and consulting firms.
You will also obtain the advanced
skills required to carry out research in the fields of development
economics, economic history, applied economics and international
economics. You may choose to pursue an academic career and continue
in a PhD programme.
The double degree with Lund University in Sweden helped me to expand my technical knowledge in the field of international economics. The programme gave me the opportunity to develop new skills and capabilities, which will certainly be useful for my future career. During the double degree, I joined the “Lund Innovation Challenge '' which is a three-day challenge where students are divided into groups and are required to come up with an innovative idea, keeping sustainability in mind.
