Access and admission

Admission Process and Evaluation Criteria

The Master in Economics is designed for students interested in acquiring advanced training in Economics, Management and/or Quantitative Methods. The program is aimed at both those seeking professional careers and those considering doctoral studies or an academic career. Admission is selective and intended for students of outstanding promise, as the program is increasingly competitive. 

The recommended academic background includes degrees in Economics, Management, or related fields. Proficiency in English is essential for success in the program. 

The access requirements and admission procedures for Master's programs are established by the Regional Government of Andalusia and can be consulted at the following link: Andalusian Single District. Access requirements and admission procedures

Applications will be assessed based on:

  • Academic record (50%): Average grade of the applicant's academic record, supported by official documentation of courses, grades, and credits earned. 
  • Curriculum Vitae evaluation (30%): Professional and/or research experience, proof of English proficiency above B1, and proficiency in additional languages. To complete the pre-enrollment for this master's program, applicants are required to submit a CV following the structure detailed in the following template: CV Template for Pre-enrollment - Master in Economics
  • Motivation letter (20%): Clarity of academic and professional goals, interest in the Master's program, reasons for choosing the University of Granada, and alignment between the applicant's background and the program's content.

Language Requirements

The Master in Economics is fully taught in English. Applicants must provide proof of minimum B1 level in English (according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, CEFR), or evidence of higher education conducted in English. The English certificate must be one of those accepted by the University of Granada; no other certificates will be accepted. See the Tables of Accepted Certificates - University of Granada. 

This requirement may be waived for students who have obtained their undergraduate degree from an English-speaking institution, whose nationality is from an English-speaking country (e.g., United Kingdom, Ireland, United States, Australia), or who have completed their upper secondary education (e.g., Bachillerato or equivalent) in English. For additional exemptions, please refer to the final pages of the University of Granada's Tables of Accepted Certificates. 

A based knowledge of Spanish (recommended level B1) is advisable, although not compulsory.

For more information on language accreditation at the University of Granada, please consult: Language Accreditation - University of Granada

Preferential Degrees for Admission

Preferential consideration for admission is given based on the applicant's academic background. Degrees are classified into three levels of preference: High, medium and low preference. 

To check the preferential status of your degree for admission to the master's program, please consult the following link: Check preferential degrees for admission

Applicants whose qualifications fall under medium or low preference are advised to complete all first-term subjects to ensure they build a solid foundation for the program. 

Visa Requirements and Official Certificates

Depending on the applicant’s nationality, it may be necessary to obtain a student visa in order to study in Spain. It is the applicant’s responsibility to verify the specific visa requirements with the Spanish consulate or embassy in their country of residence.

Official certificates required for the visa application — such as the enrolment certificate — must be requested through the electronic office (Sede Electrónica) of the University of Granada, addressed to the Escuela Internacional de Posgrado (International Postgraduate School), under the "Certificates" tab, using the specific procedure for this type of certificate: Master's Certificates: Course Enrollment in a Given Academic Year (AUTOMATED)

You may indicate any specific details you wish to include in the certificate in the "Observations" field provided in the request form.

The official certificate confirming that the Master in Economics is fully taught in English can be directly downloaded from the following page: Certificate – Language of Instruction.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to request these documents well in advance, taking into account the processing times required by both the University of Granada and the relevant Spanish consular authorities. Please note that the University of Granada is closed during August, as this is non-teaching period, so it is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that all necessary certificates are obtained before this time. 

Late Arrival and Enrollment

If, due to visa processing or for any other justified reason, a student needs to join the Master in Economics after the official start date, late incorporation is possible under certain conditions.

Students in this situation are strongly recommended to select courses that have not yet started or that are just beginning (the master timetable indicates the exact teaching periods for each subject). It is essential to contact the lecturers responsible for those courses to confirm that joining later will not cause any difficulties. As a practical option, students may prioritize courses scheduled in the second and third terms.

If, for any reason, a student must take a course that has already started and cannot follow it regularly (for example, because part of the assessment has already taken place or due to specific requirements of the subject), they must request the final single evaluation (evaluación única final) within the official deadlines established by the University of Granada. The procedure and deadlines for this request are available here: Final Single Evaluation – University of Granada Regulations.

Please note that all these matters must be arranged at the very beginning of the academic year, and not upon the student’s arrival in Spain.