Study In Germany

Speaking of Europe, after the United Kingdom, Germany is the most sought after study abroad destination. The biggest USP of Germany as a study abroad destination is its qualitative education offered at affordable prices. Known for leading global innovation, Germany hosts international students from all parts of the world.

Interestingly, some top international brands like Volkswagen, Audi, BMW, Siemens, Porsche and Mercedes Benz originate from Germany. So, if you plan to study in Germany, you might as well be doing an internship at Audi or BMW! Seems fascinating, isn’t it?

This speaks volumes about the spectrum of industrialization and the opportunities Germany has to offer to the world. Hence, international students can be assured of finding enough professional and career avenues in Germany. Speaking of minimum wages in Germany, it is pegged at 12.41 € which is much higher than in many other nations. So, as an international student, you can earn pretty well working part time in Germany.

The highest paying companies in Germany to work for are Siemens, Robert Bosche, Commerzbank and Deutsche Bank. Moreover, with a vast international student community, Germany paints a bright multicultural picture. Interestingly, a recent report by The Indian Express states, Indian students form the largest international student community in Germany.

Academic institutions in Germany are broadly categorized into public and private institutions. The average tuition fee at a private university in Germany can range from 10,000 Euros to 20,000 Euros per annum. However, the tuition fee is subject to change from one course to another or one institution to another.

Further at public universities in Germany, the average tuition fee falls between 500 Euros to 1,500 Euros per annum. However, there is a catch to it, International students applying to Germany also need to open a blocked account with a minimum balance of 11,208 Euros per year. This blocked account provision is similar to the GIC norms in Canada and the money will eventually be credited to the student only. To substantiate, 934 Euros will be refunded to the student each month. 

As for the cost of living, the average cost for international students is 800-900 Euros per month. Munich, Frankfurt and Berlin are known to be among the most expensive cities in the country. On the contrary, Leipzig, Dresden and Rostock are known to be the most affordable for international students.