7 Things You

Must Know
Before You Start
Studying in
Germany!

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Why study in Germany?

The following are the main reasons why you should study in Germany:
• Germany has an important role not only in Europe but also worldwide in economic,
financial and scientific developments.
• Universities in Germany have partnerships with other universities around the
world.
• Studying in Germany increases your employment opportunities in all internationally
renowned companies.
• The advantages offered by the German education system are internationally
recognized for their quality of study, practice and free value.
• All diplomas issued by universities or colleges in Germany are internationally
recognized. Also, internships that are completed during studies are extremely valued.
• Studies in Germany are based on the Bologna System and the Bachelor and Master
system.
• German universities have an international reputation based on the importance that
they give to scientific research and development and how they immediately apply it
in practice.
• Studying in Germany provides a ticket to your future and with your initiative you
can be employed anywhere in the world.
• Germany has an extraordinary market where you can get a job and have a very
good future.
• In addition to studying in Germany you will see the functioning of a democratic
state where everyone has their own rights and is an example of how individual or
group rights are respected and protected.

“ If at first you don`t succeed, try, try again ! ”

Here are the 7 things you need to know before you start studying in Germany.

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Content:

Why study in Germany? .................................................................................................. 2

Content:.......................................................................................................................... 3
1. Basic information on studying in Germany .................................................................. 4
1.1 Your sources of information ...................................................................................... 4
1.2 Der Deutsche Akademische Austauschdienst e. V. (DAAD) ........................................ 4
1.3 Study Portal in Germany ........................................................................................... 4
2. Selection of studies ..................................................................................................... 5
2.1 Bachelor studies ........................................................................................................ 5
2.2 Master studies .......................................................................................................... 5
2.3 PhD ........................................................................................................................... 5
3. Language..................................................................................................................... 5
3.1 Language selection .................................................................................................... 5
3.2 German ..................................................................................................................... 6
3.3 English ...................................................................................................................... 6
4. Main requirements ..................................................................................................... 7
4.1 Basic requirements ................................................................................................... 7
4.2 Basic requirements for the Bachelor program ........................................................... 7
4.3 Basic requirements for the Master program.............................................................. 8
6. Scholarship.................................................................................................................. 9
6.1 Basic info................................................................................................................... 9
6.2 The organizations that provide the most popular scholarships ............................... 10
7. Research Visit ............................................................................................................ 10
7.1 German visa ! .......................................................................................................... 10
7.2 How to make an Research Visit ? ............................................................................. 10
7.3 Who can help you make such a Visit ? ..................................................................... 10
Helpful Links: ................................................................................................................ 11
 Scholarship opportunities online ....................................................................... 11
 List and links of German Universities ................................................................. 11
SUMMARY .................................................................................................................... 15

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1. Basic information on studying in Germany
1.1 Your sources of information

- As you know nowadays information is power, so it is very important from where and
by whom you get informed on achieving your goals respectively meaning how you will
attain studying in Germany and choosing what you want to study. The information that
is needed can be taken from any source of information that you consider to be serious
and correct. Below we will inform you about some sources of information that you can
get very valuable information from.

1.2 Der Deutsche Akademische Austauschdienst e. V. (DAAD)

- There is a joint website of universities and colleges where you can get the gjeneral
information about studying in Germany. For more visit the following link:
https://www.daad.de/de/

1.3 Study Portal in Germany

- There is a portal where you can be informed all about study opportunities in Germany
including universities, scholarships, levels of study as well as the basic conditions and
requirements that need to be met to study in Germany. For more see the following
link: https://studying-germany.com/

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2. Selection of studies

2.1 Bachelor studies

- Your Bachelor studies should be based on the pre education you have completed in
your country. You must first determine what you would like to study and then research
programs that are identical or similar and offered by different universities and colleges
in Germany. You have to be careful of the validity of your pre education as all
universities and colleges in Germany have standardized criteria. Basic information on
this can be found in the sources described above but also at the end of this ebook,
which some of the references will be provided where you can do your own research.

2.2 Master studies

- Master Degree Programs can be found in almost all universities and colleges in
Germany. Master studies are more advanced and specific, so the requirements are
easier to be met than the language one which is almost the same. Depending on your
bachelor degree you can choose your master degree programs and the opportunities
for you to get a scholarship are greater than for your bachelor degree because of the
greater opportunities for employment and academic development. Many institutions,
private companies, but also different organizations or even universities and colleges
themselves offer different scholarship opportunities. You have to make your choice
depending on your financial situation and what you want to achieve.

2.3 PhD

- The PhD is a specific program, you can either select a program or even be
recommended by the institution where you work at. However the way you are offered,
you should know that a PhD in Germany offers you guaranteed success in your career
which you can continue pursuing in Germany or even in another country where you
intend to live.

3. Language
3.1 Language selection

- In Germany you can study in a public or private university. In the public university,
studies are usually conducted in German but some programs are in English as well.

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 Studying in the German language has its benefits as the opportunities are greater and
it can help with your academic goals for the future.

3.2 German

- In German you will have more chances of selecting the desired program. In this context
you increase the likelihood that after completing your studies you can easily integrate
yourself into the German society and find work related to your profession. In this case
you will also receive the advantage of a residence permit as long as you are integrated
and have a valid employment contract. Of course learning German is a challenge in
itself as it requires a lot of dedication and seriousness.

3.3 English

- With your studies in English, besides your chances of a future in Germany you will
certainly have many opportunities in the international market and you will be one step
ahead in your country. With this you meet the maximum requirements that every
employer wants to have in Germany with high quality studies, an effective English
language practice which is a language used to communicate internationally.

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4. Main requirements

4.1 Basic requirements

- To study in Germany you need to carefully analyse the key conditions that will be the
basis of your success. The following will remind you of the most important conditions
to accomplish your goal:

4.2 Basic requirements for the Bachelor program

- Your high school diploma(copy of it) or some other degree you completed previously ;
- Motivation letter;
- Proof that you can speak German or/and English;
- Application fee;
- Your passports copy;
- The course modules and grades translation.

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 - Winter enrollment University application deadlines in Germany : From the end of may
to the 15th of July.
- Summer enrollment University application deadlines in Germany : from the beginning
of December to the 15th of January
- Semester enrollment tax: around 150 to 250 EUR
- Prepare financial means: You're required to have a minimum of €8,640 which should
be issued a student visa in a blocked account, this amout can change a lot so keep up
to date with the latest information from the university or college you want to study.
- Any certification and German language test that you'll be required to take
- The assessment of a preliminary review of your documents and of your certificates will
cost 75 EUR or the first higher education institution if you apply through uni-assist.
- Each additional application within a semester costs 15 EUR per university.
- The health insurance in your country may work in Germany if you're coming from a
country that is in the EU.
- In order to have your application documents examined, the universities will charge an
administration fee.
- If you're coming from a country that is outside of the EU then apply for a German
student visa.

4.3 Basic requirements for the Master program

- Most of the German universities need you to have a four-year undergraduate degree
as a requirement for admission to the MS courses they are offering.
- Documents checklist:
- Extra - curricular activities certificates
- 2 to 3 Letters of recommendations
- Resume (this applies mostly for business schools)
- Letter of Motivation
- Academic transcripts
- Test scores- GRE/GMAT plus TOEFL/IELTS/TestDaf/DSH
- Work experience certificates
- Costs of Universities and Colleges can be found on thewebsites
- Health insurance
- Student visa

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6. Scholarship

6.1 Basic info

- Given that the financial situation in your country is probably okay, studying and living
in Germany has its own cost to cover. The options are different but the best option for
you is to find a scholarship that will cover your basic expenses. Also in Germany you
can find additional work as a student and meet your financial and social needs by
creating new contacts, friendships and experience in Germany.

- Scholarships in Germany are one of the ways to negate lots of monetary burdens during
your journey of achieving your degree. Moreover, tuition in Germany-based
universities are absolutely free, you do not have to pay anything. For a specific and
heloful reference we would like you to visit the following website: https://www.dr-
walter.com/en/news/detail/article/dr-walter-supports-germany-scholarship.html

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6.2 The organizations that provide the most popular scholarships are as follows:

- DAAD Scholarships - German Academic Exchange Service

- Erasmus +
- The German National Scholarship Program 'Deutschlandstipendium'
- Heinrich Boll Scholarship
- Various developing companies
- Non-governmental organizations
- The Universities
- It is important for you to do research and take serious interest in it and we ensure you
that you will find the one that suits you.

7. Research Visit

7.1 German Visa !

- We recommend that if you are able to obtain a German Visa (for those who it is
required) visit Germany. While you were doing your research on universities you have
of course designated some places (cities) and universities with programs that interest
you. A research visit, although it can be costly will greatly help you to be clear if you
have made the right choice. Your choice will affect your personal life and your career
so a visit would be very helpful.

7.2 How to make an Research Visit ?

- If you need to have a visa then you must apply for such a visa by meeting all the criteria,
which sometimes is not simple especially the part of completing the paperwork.
However all you do will be worth it once you have a clear idea of where you will go and
what you will do (these are among the basic conditions of success).

7.3 Who can help you make such a Visit ?

- There are different ways to visit Germany as a tourist but from experience we prefer to
visit family, a friend or a co-worker in Germany. That will obviously save your budget
and it will make it easier if you do not have the linguistic knowledge.

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- The other way is for you, through a student organization or something similar, to visit
Germany in group form in order to have the basic background information and to have
a more or less clear vision of the challenges that await you if you decide to study in
Germany.

Helpful Links:

 Scholarship opportunities online:

http://www.akademie-solitude.de/de/410_fellowship_cond.php
https://www.humboldt-foundation.de/web/start.html
http://www.toepfer-fvs.de/ http://www.berliner-
kuenstlerprogramm.de/de/stipendien.html http://www.fdiba.tu-sofia.bg/
www.ees-online.org
http://www.basileus.ugent.be/index.asp
http://www.entdecke-deutschland.diplo.de/bildung
http://www.fes.de/de/
https://www.freiheit.org/
http://www.ghst.de/
https://www.goethe.de/de/index.html
http://www.hss.de/ https://www.boell.de/de/stipendien
http://www.ir-online.org/
http://www.kaad.de/
http://www.kas.de/
http://www.ifa.de/kunst/kunstfoerderung/rave-stipendien.html
http://www.bosch-stiftung.de/content/language1/html/index.asp
http://www.sdw.org/home
http://www.stiftung-evz.de/start.html
http://www.theodor-heuss-kolleg.de/
http://dl.uctm.edu/bg/
https://www.zeit-stiftung.de/

 List and links of German Universities:

Aalen University
Alice Salomon University of Applied Sciences Berlin
Anhalt University of Applied Sciences
Augsburg University of Applied Sciences

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Bard College Berlin, A Liberal Arts University
Bauhaus-Universität Weimar
Berlin International University of Applied Sciences
Berlin School of Economics and Law
Beuth University of Applied Sciences Berlin
Bielefeld University
Bonn-Rhein-Sieg University of Applied Sciences
Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus-Senftenberg
Bremerhaven University of Applied Sciences
Bucerius Law School
CIFE
Clausthal University of Technology
CODE University of Applied Sciences
Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences
Deggendorf Institute of Technology
Design Akademie Berlin
Dortmund University of Applied Sciences and Arts
Dresden International University (DIU)
Dresden University of Applied Sciences
EBS Universität für Wirtschaft und Recht
ESMT Berlin
Esslingen University of Applied Sciences
EU Business School
Europa-Universität Flensburg
European University Viadrina
FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg
FH Aachen - University of Applied Sciences
Flensburg University of Applied Sciences
Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences
Freie Universität Berlin
Fresenius University of Applied Sciences
Friedrich Schiller University Jena
Fulda University of Applied Sciences
Furtwangen University
Geisenheim University
Goethe University Frankfurt
HafenCity University Hamburg
Hamburg University of Applied Sciences
Hamburg University of Technology

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Hannover Medical School
hdpk Berlin
Heidelberg University
Heilbronn University
Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf
Hertie School of Governance
HHL Leipzig Graduate School of Management
Hochschule Niederrhein
Hof University of Applied Sciences
HS Kaiserslautern - Faculty of Business Administration
HTW Berlin
Humboldt University Berlin
ifs international film school cologne
Ilmenau University of Technology
International Psychoanalytic University Berlin
International School of Management (ISM)
Jacobs University Bremen
Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz
Julius Maximilian University of Würzburg
Justus Liebig University
Karlshochschule International University
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT)
Karlsruhe University of Applied Sciences
Kempten University
Kiel University
Leibniz Universität Hannover
Leuphana University Lüneburg
Ludwig Maximilians University Munich
Munich Business School (MBS)
Munich University of Applied Sciences
Ruhr University Bochum
RWTH Aachen University
SRH Dresden
SRH University Berlin
Stuttgart University of Applied Sciences
Technical University of Munich (TUM)
Technische Universität Berlin
Universität Hamburg
University of Applied Sciences Bremen

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University of Augsburg
University of Bremen
University of Cologne
University of Duisburg-Essen
University of Hildesheim
University of Hohenheim
University of Münster
University of Music Karlsruhe
University of Regensburg
University of Stuttgart

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SUMMARY

From all that has been written above our main goal is to help you

- Have basic information about your most important life step is study in Germany
- Choose the level of study and your future profession
- Learn about the benefits and disadvantages of selecting the language with which
you will study in Germany
- Get acquainted with the basic requirements and specific financial challenges so that
you can plan ahead and avoid any unpleasant surprises.
- To be able to understand how to apply and apply for scholarship
- To be able to visit Germany for a few days and make important decisions
- Have information on universities, scholarships and everything that is useful for
studying in Germany.

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