Study in Germany at different educational stages
Some of the important matters which are going to be discussed in this article are: Study in Germany, procedures and required documents for acquiring a German student visa, and the most important points for immigration study to Germany. Is it possible to study in Germany for free? What are the requirements for admission to one of the universities of Germany? Since German universities have a very high academic level, Study in Germany at different educational stages can be a suitable choice for those people who care about the academic level of the university. German universities are of two types: public and private universities. Public universities do not ask any tuition from their students. In this article, written by experts from the Malekpour Legal Institute (MIE in Austria), addresses all the key aspects of Study in Germany that can lead to a successful immigration. You can always find out the answer to your ambiguities for free by contacting the experts of our institute.
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Study in Germany and it’s general requirements
Germany is a country in the heart of Western Europe. It shares borders with Denmark, Poland, the Czech Republic, Austria, Switzerland, France, Luxembourg, Belgium, the Netherlands and the Baltic Sea. Germany has a strategic location in northern Europe, near the Baltic Sea. Germany is a member of the European Union (EU). It is one of the most industrialized countries in the world and it’s need for skilled labor has attracted the attention of many people to immigrate to Germany, and in recent years many people have immigrated to this country in various ways, including working in Germany, different types of German work visas, and study and investing in Germany.
Due to its high academic level and free public universities, Germany is one of the destinations for immigration through study in the world. Because of having a suitable labor market, international students who are studying in this country will have a very high chance of finding a job and acquiring German residency. All these factors have led to a situation that many people choose Germany to increase their academic level and subsequently enter the European labor market. Follow this article and learn everything you need for Study in Germany.
In the below image general information about Germany has been presented.
Study in universities of Germany at different educational stages is possible in three stages, and generally German higher Study institutions are divided into three groups: universities, applied science institutes and colleges of art, film and music. Moreover, German universities are divided into two categories: public and private, although most universities in Germany are public universities. Most of private universities are vocational universities which are considered acceptable by the government. Vocational universities have relatively high tuition fees, and that is the reason why many students tend to study at federal universities.
Detailed information about Study in Germany at different educational stages will be explained in the following sections. Follow the rest of this article and obtain the information you need.
German language course in Germany
To enter German public universities, you must pass the entrance exam of these universities. However, if you take the Konkur Exam and become admitted to a public university in Iran, you do not need to take the entrance exam in Germany. But, for certain fields such as medicine, passing the entrance exam in Germany is mandatory, and you cannot be accepted due to passing the Iranian entrance exam (Konkur). Most free programs are presented in German and there are very few free English programs. Therefore, another requirement for free Study in Germany is a German language certificate. To be admitted to a German public university (which is kind of free), in addition to the aforementioned requirements, you must also provide a German language C1 certificate. The best way for those people who want to study at these universities is to take German language courses in this country and improve their German language level to C1. To be admitted to the German language course, you must present a German language B1 certificate. After taking the German language course, depending on the field in which you decide to study, you can participate in the related courses. These courses are held at German universities and prepare you for the entrance exam of universities. The cost of a German language course in Germany is between 4,700 and 5,600 euros. These courses are especially suitable for those people who have not been accepted in the Iranian entrance exam (Konkur) or they want to study medicine in Germany for free.
Study in schools of Germany
The German central government has little involvement in the school’s education system, and each state decides independently in this respect. Therefore, educational procedures in schools is variant in different parts of Germany. German schools in addition to teaching mathematics, geography, science, history and language, provide students with the opportunity to learn practical and technical skills.
Public schools in Germany usually present their classes in German. Therefore, those immigrants who have young children usually tend to enroll their children in these schools in order to learn the local language. There are also bilingual and private schools in Germany where the children of many immigrants attend these schools. Due to the fact that international schools are expensive and they aren’t free, parents usually choose those public bilingual schools that do not have tuition fees. In these schools, in addition to German, some lessons in their mother tongue are also presented.
The most important international schools in Berlin, along with their official website addresses, are listed in the table below.
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International schools in Berlin |
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| School name |
It’s official website address |
| Phorms Berlin Mitte |
https://berlin-mitte.phorms.de/en/ |
| Phorms Berlin Süd |
https://berlin-sued.phorms.de/en/ |
| SIS Swiss International School |
http://www.swissinternationalschool.de/ |
| Berlin Cosmopolitan School |
http://www.cosmopolitanschool.de |
| Berlin Metropolitan School |
http://metropolitanschool.com/home/ |
| Berlin International School |
http://www.berlin-international-school.de/ |
| John F Kennedy School, Berlin |
http://jfks.de |
| Berlin Brandenburg International School |
http://www.bbis.de |
| Charles Dickens Primary School, Berlin |
http://www.charles-dickens-gs.de/en/ |
| Berlin British School |
http://www.berlinbritishschool.de |
| International School Villa Amalienhof, Berlin |
http://www.is-va.com |
Study undergraduate in Germany
The first university stage in Germany is post graduate level that students can complete this stage in 6 to 8 semesters. After this stage, students can start their professional work or apply for a postgraduate. For acquiring admission to postgraduate level in Germany, in addition to obtaining admission from those Iranian universities which are approved by German authorities, you must have a certificate which proves that you have completed the first 12-year educational stages. If you have not taken the Iranian entrance exam (Konkur) or have not passed this exam, you can participate in related courses in Germany and then take an exam to enter the major you want you want to study at. Depending on the course you are enrolling in, fluency in German or English languages is also important, and you can prove your language proficiency by providing valid international certificates.
German universities have a wide variety of majors for postgraduate level, and almost any major can be studied at universities. The most popular majors are:
Application requirements for postgraduate in Germany
Studying for a postgraduate in Germany is after completing postgraduate level, which will take about 2 years, depending on the academic ability of the individual. Many postgraduate courses in Germany are presented in English. Germany is one of the countries with the highest number of top-ranked universities in the world, and studying at these universities is almost without the need to pay tuition, and the cost of study is less than 200 euros per semester. All these factors have led to the situation that many people choose Germany to study for a postgraduate.
To apply for admission, you usually have to find your field/program of interest and apply via the university website. The application deadline at each university is different which it is posted on their website. It is recommended to apply to several universities to increase your chances of admission. Universities often charge a fee to process your application, which is usually less than € 50.
The most important document you must provide when applying for a postgraduate is your undergraduate, which must be valid in Germany. Other required documents are different depending on the university you choose. Some universities may also ask for your diploma transcripts or arrange an interview or entrance exam. If you want to study at public universities, you must have completed your undergraduate at a public university in Iran, or take a foundation course in Germany and pass the entrance exam.
Study in PhD degree in Germany
A PhD degree in Germany typically takes 3 to 4 years. To acquire educational admission, students must first find a suitable supervisor and, through correspondence, persuade the professor to supervise their PhD thesis. The most important requirement for admission to a PhD program is the presentation of a valid postgraduate in Germany. Providing a degree in German or English is another requirement for acquiring admission to a PhD program.
PhD degrees in Germany are free and you do not have to pay tuition. The most important requirements for admission to German universities include the following:
Study in Germany with a scholarship
As it was mentioned before, studying at one of German public universities is almost without paying tuition. However, the individual must pay for living in Germany. That is why, some students tend to use scholarships in Germany. Most scholarships are granted at a PhD stage, and the most popular scholarships include the following:
Cost of Study in Germany
Considering cost of study and living in Germany is very important for choosing this country to study. Cost of study at German schools is around € 16,000 per year.
As it was mentioned before, cost of study at the Federal University of Germany is almost free and you may only pay around € 200 per semester. Cost of Study in Germany in postgraduate, which is one of the most popular educational stages, is also free at German public universities. However, students must be able to afford other living expenses.
Cost of student living in Germany
In general, it can be said that with an amount of about 800 euros you can have a normal student life in Germany. A large portion of this cost is spent on accommodation.
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The cost of student accommodation in Germany |
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| Accommodation type |
Cost per month (Euro) |
| Dorm |
160-360 |
| Shared flat |
150-350 |
| Individual lease |
At least 400 |
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Some other costs of student life in Germany |
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| Items |
Cost (Euro) |
| Restaurant food |
10 |
| Cinema tickets |
10 |
| Monthly public transport |
70 |
| Monthly welfare services |
214 |
Study in Germany and student jobs
Student work is one of the ways to earn a living while studying in Germany. Students in Germany are not allowed to work full-time, but during their bachelor’s and master’s studies can work part-time up to 20 hours per week. The time allowed for part-time work for PhD students is 30 hours per week. Due to the fact that Germany needs specialists, usually students who have sufficient skills can easily work in this country. Income from part-time work can cover some of a student’s living expenses. In addition, the experience obtained by these students can have a positive impact on employment after graduation.
Study in Germany and dependent visa
Usually, one of the main concerns of married people who want to study in Germany is the possibility of accompanying their family. Fortunately, under the Family Reunification Act, spouse and children under the age of 18 can accompany a student to Germany. It is noteworthy that the applicant’s spouse will be allowed to work full time in Germany. In this section, experts from the Austrian MIE will explain the requirements for obtaining a dependent visa for family members.
Study in Germany and introducing top universities of Germany
The history of education and university in Germany is very rich and this country is a leader in many fields of research. It can be said that research-based teaching method is one of the innovations of German universities. Germany, like the United Kingdom (the U.K.) and the United States (the U.S.), has the largest number of op-ranked universities in the world. The table below shows some of the most famous German universities along with their world rankings.
| Top 20 German universities in 2019 | |||
| Name of universities | The 2019 | QS 2019 | ARWU 2018 |
| LMU Munich | 32 | 62 | 53 |
| Technical University of Munich | 44 | 61 | 48 |
| University of Heidelberg | 47 | 64 | 47 |
| Humboldt University of Berlin | 67 | 121 | – |
| University of Freiburg | 76 | 186 | 101-150 |
| RWTH Aachen University | 87 | 144 | 201-300 |
| University of Tübingen | 89 | 168 | 151-200 |
| Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin | 90 | – | – |
| Free University of Berlin | 104 | 130 | – |
| University of Bonn | 110 | 255 | 101-150 |
| University of Göttingen | 123 | 197 | 99 |
| University of Mannheim | 123 | 338 | – |
| Technical University of Berlin | 131 | 147 | 301-400 |
| University of Hamburg | 135 | 223 | 151-200 |
| Karlsruhe Institute of Technology | 135 | 116 | 201-300 |
| University of Cologne | 146 | 306 | 151-200 |
| Ulm University | 149 | 332 | – |
| TU Dresden | 151 | 191 | 151-200 |
| University of Würzburg | 159 | 521-530 | 151-200 |
| University of Erlangen-Nuremberg | 175 | 299 | 201-300 |
Study in Germany and requirements for acquiring student visa
To enter Germany and study in this country, you first need a student visa. To acquire a German student visa, you must provide the required documents, the most important of which is study admission, and you must go to the German embassy at at the time of booking. Unfortunately, one of the problems in acquiring a German student visa is booking an appointment at the embassy. Appointments at the embassy are usually set for at least 18 months later. According to a recent announcement in Germany, scholarship holders and those who have been admitted to masters’ programs, PhD programs, and they also have a language certificate are allowed to be interviewed at the embassy in a much shorter time than other applicants. The announced interview time for this group of people is currently between 3 to 4 weeks. The main required documents to acquire a German student visa have been listed below:
Study in Germany and post-study work permit opportunities
Most students want to work in Germany after graduation. According to the fact that Germany is one of the most industrialized countries in the world, there are many job opportunities for specialists in this country. As a result, Germany has a lower unemployment rate and it is easier for graduates to find a job. In the below chart you can see the trend of changes in the unemployment rate in Germany.
In addition to the low unemployment rate, which provides a good opportunity for graduates to work, the German government, in support of foreign graduates in this country, has given the graduated people the opportunity to look for a job for 18 months after graduation. To convert your student visa to a work visa, you must be able to find a job related to your field of study. During this 18-month period, applicants can work in any job without any restrictions.
Study in Germany and requirements for acquiring post-study residency and citizenship
Many people choose to study in Germany as a way of immigrating to Germany. But the important point is that studying in Germany alone will not have residency effects for you and will not lead to permanent residency or German citizenship. In order to complete your immigration process in Germany, you must change your type of residence in Germany after graduation. People usually work in Germany after graduation and receive a German work visa. Fortunately, this country has provided favorable conditions for international students, and you can reside in this country for 18 months after graduation and look for a job. During this period, you can do any job in this country without the need for a work permit. Once you have been employed in a field of study related to your university degree, you can acquire a German work visa.
A German work visa can be converted to permanent residence in Germany after 4 years of work and paying taxes. Individuals can apply for German citizenship and a passport after 3 years of permanent residence. Keep in mind that people who have permanent residence of Germany will have most of the citizenship rights and will be slightly different from German citizens in terms of voting rights, political support and employment in political positions.
Answers to frequently asked questions about Study in Germany
✅ Is Study in the Germany free?
Yes. You do not need to pay tuition to study at a German public university and you only pay a small annual fee for registration.
✅ Is it possible to study in Germany without a language certificate?
You must have at least present a German B1 certificate and improve to the desired university level in a German language course in this country.
✅ Is it possible to acquire scholarships from universities of Germany?
Scholarships are usually granted to PhD students and you must present a strong resume including high language scores, and published papers in outstanding international scientific journals, and also high grades and GPA.
✅ It is possible to work in Germany after graduation?
After graduation you will be given 18 months to look for a job in Germany. If you are hired in a suitable job, you can change your residence to work type.
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