Destination
Study in Germany
High-quality education that is almost free, but it takes real preparation in language and budget.
- Tuition fees: €0 to €350/semester
- Language: German B1-B2
- Preparation: 12 to 18 months
Advantages
- Degrees recognised and highly valued in Europe
- Practical teaching at a Fachhochschule (university of applied sciences)
- More than 320 institutions, many with no tuition fees
- Option to work while studying
Points to consider
- 6 to 9 months of German classes often needed
- Universities are increasingly selective
- Few programmes in English, so they are very competitive
Admission tests
German: TestDaF or DSH. English-taught programmes: IELTS or TOEFL.
Calendar
Usually 15 July for the winter semester and 15 January for the summer semester.
Procedure
Application sent directly to the institution or via Uni-assist (application fee per application).
Popular programmes
- Studienkolleg (preparatory year)
- Bachelor's in engineering
- Master's in computer science
- Intensive German courses
Frequently asked questions
Is studying in Germany free?
At most public universities there are no tuition fees, only a semester contribution of €150 to €350.
What level of German is required?
Usually level C1 (TestDaF or DSH) for German-taught programmes. Some master's programmes are taught entirely in English.
How much is needed in the blocked account?
The amount is set each year by the German authorities. We will tell you the current amount when preparing your application.
Your plans to study in Germany
An advisor will contact you for a free first guidance consultation.