About Germany
From the smell of freshly baked bread to beer festivals and its advanced technology to late-night hedonism, Germany is everything for all. Germany is the seventh-largest country in Europe. Berlin being the most popular city in this country holds so much of history. Each region of Germany has a different kind of specialty with different foods. Being one of the most industrialized countries among other European countries, its economy is the biggest in Europe. After world war 2, it has established a great sense of pride for its multicultural diversity and magnificent architectural buildings that make it a great place to reside for foreign nationals.
Germany Facts
- Currency- Euro
- 1GBP = INR 88-89 Approx
- Capital City: Berlin
- Official Language: German
- Summer: June to August
- Winter: December to February
- Population: 8.03 crore
Top courses in Germany
- Engineering
- Business management
- Humanities
- Maths and computer science
- Fine and applied arts
- Management and technology
- Medicine and dentistry
- Law
Top universities in Germany
- Technical university of Munich
- Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München
- Ruprecht-Karls-Universität Heidelberg
- Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin
- Freie Universität Berlin
- KIT, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology
- RWTH Aachen University
- Technische Universität Berlin (TU Berlin)
- Technische Universität Dresden
- Technische Universität Dresden
Why study in Germany?
Germany is a paradise for higher education as it has one of the top-ranked universities all over the world. Pursuing a degree in Germany is highly credible all over the world as it holds an international as well as quality education. Each year more than 4 lakh students enter Germany for their undergraduate and master’s degree due to its high-quality education and course demand. This country is a hub for technical students who want to pursue their career in mathematics, engineering, natural sciences, and for non-technical background students can pursue arts, literature, and language courses.
General requirements
International students who want to apply to universities of Germany can check the given below requirements:
- Study visa
- Proof of financial resources
- Health insurance
- Germany language
- English proficiency marks in IELTS, PTE, TOEFL, etc. if your course is in the English language.
- Entrance exam marks in GMAT, GRE, etc.
- Full-fledged application, SOP, LOR, essay, etc.
- Acceptance letter from the university where you have taken admission.
- Results of DSH and TestDaF accepted by all universities of Germany.
- All academic transcripts
- Strong CV and resume.
Average university fees
| No. | Programs | Costs |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Undergraduate program | €20,000 annually |
| 2. | Postgraduate master’s degree | €30,000 annually |
| 3. | Doctoral Degree | €300 annually |
Average living cost
Accommodation €860 to €938 per month including food, Travel, Utility, and General Bills.
Visa processing time
German visas take around 6-12 weeks i.e. 4-5 months before traveling to Germany. Students need to do the research and start with applications on time so that they do not have to wait much longer. Make sure within 4-5 months of time students clear all their academic as well as entrance results.
Stay back options and work permit in Germany
Students who want to stay in Germany after completing a degree can stay up to 18 months as allowed by the German government. But during this period students are required to find a job otherwise they have to leave the country after the stay back tenure gets over. Students can take help from their colleges and professors in finding a suitable job. Learning the German language boasts more opportunities for a student to get a job.
If you get a permanent job in a company then you can apply for a residence permit and can receive an EU Blue card.
Working rights on student visa
It is legal to work in Germany but with a limited time which is not extendable.
Students who are Non-EU in Germany can work –
- Work part-time (up to 20 hrs per week during semesters) and (964 hours annually).
- Full time ( 40 hrs per week during scheduled holidays)
Visa conditions
- International students are likely to get a German student visa at a German consulate in their respective country before they fly to Germany.
- Students who want to study for 3 months can have – Schengen visa.
- Students who want to study in the country for more than 3 months need to have – German national visa.
Intakes
There are 3 intakes in Germany every year i.e. January, May and September.
Yes there are plenty of English programs in Germany for students who do not know German language. You need to prove your English proficiency through exams like IELTS, PTE, TOEFL, DET, etc.
Yes, you can work as an international student in both part-time jobs and full-time jobs in your suitable course. You are allowed to work for a limited number of days which is not extendable. For working in Germany self-employed and freelancers do not count.
As a foreign student you can live in university hostels, German halls of residence, shared flats, and private apartments.