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Why Study In Germany?

Germany is ranked among the top destinations in the world for higher education and is a true paradise for international students. As per the latest report, there are close to 4 lacs international students studying various courses in Germany. There are many reasons to study in Germany, some of them are as follows:

 

Low or No Tuition Fees:

 

When Universities across the globe raise their tuition fee with every new semester, Germany is the only high-ranked study destination whose Institutions charge very low or no tuition fees. This decision was taken in October 2014 and stated that international students studying at a public university in Germany will only have to pay a minuscule administrative fee for higher-education. 35.3% of prospective international students cited low or no tuition fee as the top reason to pursue higher education in Germany as per a survey conducted in 2018.

 

Top-Ranked Institutions:

 

As per an official report in 2018, Germany has 429 higher education institutions which are public and 106 are Universities out of it. Some of the institutions in Germany continuously ranked among the best in the world. These institutions are known for providing outstanding quality of education, practice-oriented courses and most importantly make students ready for the current & future jobs. There are countless courses to choose from at affordable fees and the degrees are recognized around the world by industry & academia. It is truly a higher education paradise. Every year, thousands of international students trust their education to German Institutions which are a hallmark of quality education & bestow a successful career to the students.

 

A Gateway to Entire Europe:

 

All international students get a residency permit in Germany which provides the freedom to live & move around the country. For a residence permit, all your documents are submitted to the Immigration office of Germany where your University is located and after a routine procedure is completed; a student is given the residency permit. This permit allows international students to travel visa-free in the entire Schengen Area. International Students make most of this benefit and see several countries in Europe at an affordable cost while they are studying in Germany.

 

Affordable Costs of Living:

 

The cost of living in Germany is quite affordable when compared to other developed European countries. If you are smart with the management of your finances and make the necessary changes to your lifestyle, the cost of living does not bother you at all. In general, the price of goods & services is not high and the accommodation rent can be easy on your pocket if you share the apartment or room. Overall, international students easily manage their expenses while studying in Germany.

 

Part-time Work Rights:

 

All international students are legally allowed to work part-time for up to 20 hours a week or 120 full days of a year. According to a report, it is estimated that over 60% of international students work part-time in Germany. In general, students in Germany work as tutors, babysitters, bartenders, administrative staff, etc and there is no need to possess any formal education/qualification to do such jobs. Even though it is completely up to the international students to do part-time work, however, it is recommended since it increases students’ future employability prospects and adds discipline, confidence, and independence to their lifestyle and overall personality.

 

Future Prospects:

 

The degree that an international student earns from German University is recognized & valued by top-employers around the globe. The German graduates enjoy a very high status in the global job market because of their skills which they develop while studying in Germany. The employers trust your credentials and strongly believe that you can help them reach the next level in their businesses. The German Universities graduates are some of the highest-paid employees in the organization since they are much sought-after. So studying in Germany can land you up a very high-paying job and a successful career.

 

Learn German Language:

 

Germany is the strongest economy in Europe and the 3rd strongest in the World. Germany houses many top-companies of the world which prefer German language, proficient professionals especially for the jobs that involve client’s dealing. Almost all institutions in Germany teach German language either free or at a nominal fee. It is a very productive way to learn a new language and develop a formidable profile for employment with world-class companies. Moreover, the German language is widely spoken around the world and learning and becoming proficient in this language opens doors to a global career.

 

Diverse Population:

 

Germany is a melting pot of different nationalities, ethnicities who traditionally been happily staying together and helping each other if need be. Universities recruit thousands of students every year which is further supplementing to this long-standing tradition of a diverse community in Germany. The international students feel safe, welcomed and easily make a lot of friend from all around the world and get a wonderful insight into each other’s cultures & traditions.

Higher Education System In Germany

Germany has both public & private education providers which provide top-notch education to international students. However, there are mainly 3 categories to distinguish the institutions that are providing higher-education in Germany:

 

• Universities
• Universities of Applied Sciences
• College of art, film, and music

 

Universities:

 

The Universities predominantly impart theoretical knowledge. The courses are academic-oriented and are available in different disciplines. Although, many Universities provide specialization to students in a specific subject area and these are named technical universities or colleges of education. The Universities can run doctoral programs whereas Universities of Applied Sciences can not.

 

Universities of Applied Sciences:

 

These institutions offer industry-oriented courses and the purpose is to inculcate competencies which could make students job-ready at the earliest. The focus is more on practical application or applied concepts than theory in the areas of technology, social work, economics or medicine.

 

Colleges of Art, Film and Music:

 

Students learn artistic subjects in these institutions, such as visual arts, drama, music, dance, fashion & industrial design, etc. Admission to these courses requires students to exhibit their interest and talent in this field at the time of admissions. However, it is important to note that most of these colleges teach programs in the German language.

 

There is no centralized system to regulate higher education in Germany. All 16 federal states have their higher-education guidelines. Moreover, the Universities are given a lot of autonomy and independence. The admission criteria, courses, admission process, etc depend upon the particular university and thus it varies across Germany.

Cost of Study In Germany.

The expenses to be incurred for studying in Germany can comprise of tuition fees, living costs and insurance etc. The cost also depends on what degree you are pursuing i.e. Technical, Management etc. and also varies according to the type of institutes i.e. public or private. Most of the technical programs in Germany will not be having any tuition fees and the students would have to pay a minimal amount of approximately € 500 per semester. The living cost in Germany is approximately € 8700 per year. However if the student is going for any of the business programs then the average tuition fee would be approximately € 11000 to € 14000.

Visa Process to Study In germany

Travelling to Germany has never been more organized and stress-free no matter what the purpose of your travel is. Due to Schengen Agreement reached in 1985, the citizens of the Schengen member states can travel visa free throughout the whole territory. On the other hand, nationals of non-Schengen countries are permitted to enter the whole area with one unified document known as the Schengen Visa.

 

The main purpose of the Schengen is the abolishment of border control between member states, which allows free and equal access to the citizens of any of the below mentioned countries, including Germany.

 

When in Germany, you are allowed to visit all the other members of the Schengen Zone: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and Liechtenstein.

 

Nevertheless, there are always exceptions to the rule. Depending on your nationality you may, or may not be required to obtain a Schengen visa first in order to be permitted to enter the Schengen Zone, and Germany at the same time.

 

The short-stay Schengen visa allows its holders to enter and reside in Germany for a maximum period of 90 days (3 months) within a 180 days period. However, during this time you are not entitled to engage in paid activity.

Our Partner Universities

Sr No.	Name	Website
1	Jacobs University, Bremen	www.jacobs-university.de
2	Cologne Business School, Cologne	www.cbs.de
3	Hochschule Bremen - International Graduate Centre, Bremen	www.hs-bremen.de
4	GISMA Business School, Hanover	www.gisma.com
5	Accadis University of Applied Sciences, Bad Homburg, Hamborg	www.accadis.com
6	Paderborn University, Paderborn, Germany	www.uni-paderborn.de/en/university/
7	New European College, Munich	www.new-european-college.com
8	International University of Applied Sciences - IUBH, Berlin/Bad Honnef	www.iubh.de
9	International School of Management, Dortmund	www.ism.de
10	EU Business School, Munich	www.euruni.edu
11	IAS International Academy of Students, Lübeck	www.iaos.de
12	EIIE Eurasia Institute for International Education GmbH, Berlin	www.eurasia-institute.com
13	Berlin School of Business and Innovation	www.berlinsbi.com