Study in Germany
Can I stay in Germany after graduation to look for a job?
Last Updated: 6 March 2026Yes, after completing your degree, you can apply for an 18-month post-study residence permit to search for a job related to your qualification. During this period, you may work in any job to support yourself. Once you secure a relevant role, you can transition to a long-term work permit or EU Blue Card. You must...
Do International Students Need Health Insurance in Germany?
Last Updated: 6 March 2026Yes, health insurance is mandatory by law for all international students in Germany. This requirement applies to everyone who stays long-term in Germany, regardless of whether they are students or not. You need to have health insurance before you complete your enrollment at your university.
Can international students work part-time while studying in Germany?
Last Updated: 6 March 2026Students are only allowed to work 140 full days or 280 half days per year. International students working as academic assistants are not usually restricted to a limit of working hours. Nevertheless, they will still have to let the foreigners’ office know about their circumstances.
Is there any data on how many Indian students go Germany?
Last Updated: 6 March 2026According to DAAD, the number of Indian students in Germany more than doubled in just five years, rising from 28,905 in 2020 to 59,419 today. Of these, 69% are male and 31% are female, and the figures cover only those enrolled in Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD programmes. In terms of subject choices, Engineering (including biology-related...
What is TU Munich known for?
Last Updated: 6 March 2026The Technical University of Munich (TUM) is one of Germany’s top research universities and is consistently ranked among Europe’s leading institutions for science, engineering, and technology. It’s especially well-regarded for its strong industry links, emphasis on interdisciplinary research, and international outlook Some of the English-taught BSc programs are: Aerospace, Chemical Engineering, Electronics and Data Engineering,...
Which are some universities in Germany offering undergrad degrees in English?
Last Updated: 6 March 2026While many German universities teach most bachelor’s programmes in German, several institutions offer undergraduate degrees or substantial English-taught tracks in fields like engineering, computer science, business, and international studies. Some of the well-known options include: Technical University of Munich (TUM), RWTH Aachen University, Freie Universität Berlin, Universität Bonn, and Jacobs University Bremen. Best to check...
What is a blocked account and do I need one?
Last Updated: 6 March 2026A blocked account (Sperrkonto) is a special German bank account required for most international students to prove they can financially support themselves during their studies. As of the current requirement, you must deposit €11,208 for one year (equivalent to €934 per month) before your student visa is approved. Once in Germany, you can withdraw only...
What visa do I need to study in Germany?
Last Updated: 6 March 2026You must apply for a National Visa (Type D) for study purposes at the German embassy or consulate in your home country before you travel. This long-stay visa allows you to enter Germany to begin your degree or preparatory studies and is usually valid for the first 90 days, after which you must convert it...
What’s the average cost of living in Germany?
Last Updated: 6 March 2026As an international student in Germany, you should typically budget around €850 – €1,200 per month to cover your major expenses such as rent, food, transportation, health insurance, utilities, and personal costs. Rent tends to be the biggest cost and varies a lot by city (for example, Munich and Frankfurt are generally more expensive than...
Is studying in Germany free?
Last Updated: 6 March 2026Most public universities in Germany do not charge tuition fees for undergraduate and consecutive Master’s degrees, even for international (non-EU/EEA) students; you only pay a semester contribution fee of roughly €150-€350 per semester to cover administration, student services and often a public transport ticket. In the state of Baden-Württemberg, public universities charge a tuition fee...
Which documents do I need for my application?
Last Updated: 6 March 2026Each university has different application requirements. For all universities, you generally need: – the application form that you create when you apply in My assist. – educational certificates such as transcripts and grades. Depending on your country of origin and chosen course of study, other documents such as entrance exam result, language proficiency, CV, LORs...
When do German university semesters start?
Last Updated: 6 March 2026The academic year in Germany is divided into two main semesters: the Winter Semester and the Summer Semester. Officially, the winter semester runs from 1 October to 31 March and the summer semester runs from 1 April to 30 September each year. Although these are the formal semester dates, lectures typically start a few weeks...
Do I need to apply through a central portal?
Last Updated: 6 March 2026No, there isn’t a single nationwide application portal like UCAS. Most international students apply either through uni-assist, which is a central admissions service used by many universities to evaluate international certificates and forward applications, or directly to the university if it does not use uni-assist. For programmes with nationwide admission restrictions (such as medicine, pharmacy...