Where can I get information about courses in Germany. Is there a common website that shows all the courses that exist in Germany, or is there a person who can guide international students. Meaning an agent.
As a foreigner who actually studied in Germany, I would say this report is sugar-coated. Expect more chaos and less support than this video suggests. If you have no other financial support than what you earn from jobs, expect your studies to last longer. Information about requirements was inaccurate and contradictory in my time, and as I hear from students today, functional websites and good communication are not the forte of German universities. If you get quality instructors, count yourself lucky. You will have to overcome a language handicap. About the last point: If you have no interest in learning the German language and culture, and are only looking for cheap higher education, you will probably throw in the towel at some point. Don't let me discourage you, but don't rely on the rose-colored lense of this video either.
Well I'm currently doing my master's in Germany, and I'm absolutely in love with it. My classes are exclusively in English; you just have to apply to the right universities. I mean, the bureaucracy is a pain, and the whole website and communication thing is more of a general problem in Germany than with the universities. I can't speak for other places besides Denmark and Germany. But if you have to spend large sums of money on education, you'll probably be treated better than if you don't. The customer is king, and in this case, you want something from the university, not the other way around. And if you manage to fail the exam three times, you either deserve it, or it wasn't the right choice. Many people completely skip some exams until they have more time. That's why it sometimes takes longer.
I think it is important to clarify that those fees students pay at the beginning of the semester could be higher for international students, depending on the program/university. Do check all the requirements and costs associated with every program in every state when applying from abroad. Also, as a foreigner you may or may not be allowed to have an additional job depending on the specifics of your visa/resident permit. This will depend on many things, the type program, whether or not you have a scholarship, the type of scholarship, etc. Reach out to other international students or associations from the place you intend to go to and ask. Or check well in advance with admissions.
German universities much like other "good" universities only admit the cream of the international students by judging their grades throughout the high school so probably they would have never taken me. Anyways I know I'm going to do pretty fine regardless of a foreign degree. Actually these universities don't produce good engineers and doctors rather they just select the students with highest iqs and possibly work ethic and hand them degrees moreover, business hire them cuz they are high IQ and work ethic and not because "the best workers" it's a good scheme tho benifits who wanna take part in it but also punishes all other.
@@satyrnarainmathur359 no you can actually be admitted regardless of your grades. there are degrees that are what we call no NCs so they accept whoever wants to enroll. Such degrees for example are IT related. I am studying in Germany and about to finish my degree as a foreigner. my degree is with NC and the grade limit is by 2,9 as i can remember. I would say the only challenge for those no NCs degrees is if they require german language. Then you need to provide a german language certificate that you were able to pass to a certain level, normally C1, which is the level before the native speaker level.
@@satyrnarainmathur359 i know of no IQ tests, there are though subjects which have high requirments (NC numerus clausus, average grades from your college) due to either being very sought after by many applicants like engineering or due to the state setting high standards like legal degrees by which you could later on become a judge. As in most things in life, if you are not very good at something, chances are people will overlook you. Also it is a matter of perspective i guess, while doctors and professors may often seem detached, as so many are going though and a high selfreliance is expected from students many wont make the cut even should they be accepted due to the pace and pressures. There is no handing of anything. I know what it means to go through that system and it is at times brutal, those who achieve excellence and a degree usually have earned it. Though there are always also those who try to play the system and with something like ChatGPT it became that much harder to judge students. I would expect changes because of that aspect, not just in teaching methods but also how students knowledge are measured. If all that is not to once liking, there is still Khan University.
@@ganeshyerramsetty4093 There are f.e. international buisness schools that hold courses in english, but by default if you take part in german universities you should expect german lectures, reading materials, discussions and any papers you work on and are judged by the lecturer in the german language. As i would think is the case with any nation you want to go to study to. There surely are excemptions but you would need to explicitly look for them.
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Im from Germany and I can tell u that most of the students don't like the education system. Don't get me wrong, it's definitely better than in other countries, but that doesn't make it good. Most students criticize the system for not preparing for the real life and instead making us learn useless thing we will forget in no time. They focus on testing and not on actual education. I think most other countries do the same, but I think Germany should finally change is since they didn't for sooo long. Most students really feel left behind by the Politicans and so do i. They don't really care about us. We have a better system than others but it's not even close to good.
Despite the low cost of education, it's a double-edged sword when you have to show a bank account with 11K euros to get a student visa and renew every year with the same amount even with scholarships. Especially considering conversion rates coming from countries in South East Asia. I come from an upper middle class family despite that it will still be too costly to study in Germany than being enrolled in a top private university in my country with rent and daily expenses. It's easier if you're coming from an EU country or maybe places like Australia and Japan because their wages is at par with Euros. Though, I do love travelling in Germany, we decided to visit again this summer, and I can't wait.
Would really like to see the research on the "lots of support, even for international students." Ive worked in the german uni system for 6 years, and no one has ever said anything remotely similar.
@@sumbajumba3037hi , can i please ask you , as an international student what path should I exactly take in order to get free education, tho i dont have and german
Ok, but I would not say as a German I would go out of engineering school completely dept free. Expecting around 20-25k€ of depts at the end of my studies. Costs of living still has to be covered.
It's probably also worth mentioning that many programmes have a cap on the number of students able to begin studying in any given year, and as a result there is the _Numerus Clausus_ system which awards points to those who have higher marks, speak German or come from certain backgrounds. That's why there are many German students who study in Austria instead. I plan on applying to unis in both countries for my master's programme - and not just because I absolutely adore Vienna!
@@dreama1375 Quite simply the lack of space and/or material and/or staff for a number above the cap. For example, medical sciences are extremely sought after to the point that it is absolutely impossible to accommodate everyone. In contrast, subjects like maths or physics are general open for everyone due to a large amount of free spaces
@@niklasnowak9010 How can it be german if its called the holy roman empire, which was a collectiv of many different kinda independent states. Germany as we know it didn t exist until bismark united it.
@@tradicted I’m of Italian culture and language, but I’m not Italian. My fellow (Swiss) nationals are of either French or German culture, but they are neither French nor German. So, when you speak about a “German University” in a time when the contemporary German state didn’t exist yet, you actually speak about a University situated within the general area of German culture, I e the Holy Roman Empire. As an empire, the Holy Roman Empire, was a multicultural, multiethnic, multilingual state. And above all, the teaching language, the language of culture, science and power at that time… was Latin. Everywhere (in Europe).
As a foreigner who is studying in Germany, I would say that the quality of the class largely depends on the quality of the student. Unlike back home where Professors get defensive on questioning, I found the Germans actually enjoying a difficult problem. So to get the best out of them, you should always come prepared by gathering questions to ask in the class. I see some German students doing that and it's quite easy that way.
Great video, well done Hanna and DW. I'm Brazilian, have 3 kids, and 2 had their higher education in Germany. They currently live in Germany. One important information for non-German students: you must complete the Studienkollege before applying for University or College. It is a one year program to level basic knowledge of your chosen field (Technical, Arts, Human Sciences or Medical related courses) and command of Germany as a foreign language. It is the equivalent of the Abitur that German students have to do (an extra year after High School) to get into Universities or Colleges. Many Universities offer the Studienkollege, and with you final exam grades you then apply for University or College. Great country, lots of opportunities!
It sounds almost like a cross between a "developmental education" curriculum and a first-year curriculum one might find at an American community college.
From Germany: that depends on the country you are from!!! "Studienkolleg" is for applicants of certain countries in which the school education does not meet German standards.
I feel this separation of "vocations" (research-focused vs trade-focused) in the German higher education is much more transparent and well known than in my country. I see so many people frustrated in my country (Brazil) dealing with university while they would be happier in a polytechnic institution. It's curious because while talking to a lot of people i get the impression most don't know the actual differences between a polytechnic and an university. Historically attending a federal university is a big reason for pride and people give a lot of respect, so many students end up neglecting the other options.
True. In my country, Pakistan, it would be frowned upon if you were from a relatively "stabler" middle class background and ended up wanting to do a trade-focused thing.
What they do not tell you in this video is that German universities do not have a lot of student support, even if you are international. They will often have outdated and user un-friendly websites, which is where you must deal with the bureaucracy involved in being a student, and it's quite rare that you can get a straightforward answer about how to navigate all of this. They don't have the most practical administrative systems here. That said, if you come to Germany without the expectation that that German universities should behave like universities in North America, Australia or other English countries, I would say the advantages of studying here outweigh the irritations. But those problems can be quite substantial and really should have been mentioned in this video too.
I'm planning to study in Germany soon, aside from being wary of outdated student support, is there anything else I should know about? (I'm from Hungary, an EU country)
@@slvrstar4070 Enrolled students have to register for Prüfungleistung (exams) within a given amount of time or run the risk of losing any chance at getting credit for coursework completed in a class. It is rare that anyone will help students sort out the procedures for this, but the respective departments do tend to send out general information emails (in German, of course) at the start of each semester. It is always the student's responsibility to monitor their university inbox and pay attention to these things. Quality of teaching (in German universities) can vary greatly, and many students (especially Germans) complain that pedagogy (or lack thereof) from professors inhibits student success in courses. German universities are primarily research institutions and are less concerned with maintaining or even aspiring to higher standards of teaching for students. This is probably my biggest complaint as a foreigner and a trained teacher and very experienced university lecturer. On a brighter note, professors here really are experts in their field and can be trusted to produce high quality research for students to learn from. Also, German universities are not quite as fixated on this whole gender diversity movement as universities are in the anglosphere, and they still tend more toward scientific inquiry than ideology. This has its disadvantages, of course, as new ideas about diversity are also important. But from my experience, the advantages of being here in a more traditionally reasonable academic environment outweigh the disadvantages.
Especially at Universities there is(was) the mindset that students of universities are not school pupils. So they have to learn to be independent and make their own decisions.
@@marcq2029 Yes, unfortunately, this is sometimes a big problem in German universities. They don't have the accountability that exists in colleges and universities in the States. That is part of the trade-off with "free" higher education.
@@marcq2029wow these cost of living are not present anywhere else in the world. Only in Germany you pay for these right? Only Monica Monica Monica literature club
I love how all the shots were filmed at the HU - with exception of the Mensa. As a TU Alum I can admit that we've got the less photogenic campus, but our Mensa is top notch :D
If there was a best idea the EU ever had, was the Erasmus programme. I really wish that it would become mandatory for all europeans to live and study in foreign country, hopefully more than one.
I wouldnt say it should be mandatory as many young people need to support their families or themselves with a job and a semester abroad can mess with that a lot, many will lose their jobs. But it should be more incentivised so that those who want to but can't afford to, can do it in future
Note to non EU students. There isn't any significant fee (120 to 300€) except one perticular state but it still costs you around 11k € per year because of blocked account. You can get a part-time job providing you know B levels of German and got enough connection to get one in the first place. Also the housing market is brutal, it's extremely extremely hard to get a room and is almost always 6m to 1 year behind. Germany has lots or good thing but they should fix the students housing issue and should not promote it as a almost free solution.
I understand where you're coming from, but I believe you might be painting a bleaker picture than what's actually the reality. Firstly, regarding the 11k in the blocked account, it's essential to note that the money isn't lost. It's merely set aside as a financial assurance, and you can retrieve the entire amount once your study period ends. As for the housing situation, I wouldn't categorize the market as 'brutal'. I wonder when the last time was that you genuinely knew someone who couldn't find housing? In my experience, everyone who actively seeks out accommodation usually secures a place within a week, granted they have reasonable expectations. If you're looking for a penthouse in the city center with lavish amenities, then yes, it might take longer. But for typical student housing? It's more attainable than you're suggesting.
Who is advertising Germany as a free option for studying? Most Germans generally dislike paying for the education of people who are never going to pay taxes in Germany. In fact there are political calls for action in order to charge international students for studying in Germany.
@@victorreitstatter1705wtf are you living in East Germany? In Frankfurt and the surrounding area it is very hard to find affordable housing. In Frankfurt you pay 20 to 22 €/sqm. In Darmstadt you pay in the student resistance 800€ for 10 sqm (with electricity, heating and other additional costs) Rooms in WGs starts at 600 euros per month
The reason why university is free. Its because germany want those degree graduates to immigrate to germany Its one of the reason why germany is a skilled talented economy If university are not free for foreign student. Then no one gonna come study there. Cause no one speak german outside of europe The fact some people are willing to learn german in exchange of free education is quite a amazing soft power victory for germany
Maybe the education fee is "almost" for free. But you have to consider the living costs which are very high in Germany. If you are lucky you get a one room apartment for 500 Euros per month. Also, food is not for free in Germany. And dont forget, that you have to pay for a social insurance. All over, you have to expect that you need over 1000 Euros every month to finance your studies. That makes round about 40.000 Euros for a single Bachelor degree.
I pay 247€ for my one-room apartment. 150€ for food per month should be enough. Ensurance is not that expensive for students. German students usually don't have to pay any since they are covered by their parent's ensurance. Plus the parents get about 300€ per child by the state
I've been studying in Japanese uni for nearly four years. I'm actually planning to study in Germany for my graduate degree. As a mixed Japanese, I hope there are Little Tokyos or the like in the country hehe
Düsseldorf has a very big Japanese community. While people from japan also live in other German cities, Düsseldorf is the only German city with a japan town. They even have a japan day once a year and celebrate and honor Japanese art, culture and history :)
@ZigkloySan1337 Does not mean they were best of friends and Japan has only 2.6% of total population of Asia! Asia is much bigger and diverse than Japan.
Thanks for revealing this huge secrets. Germany is not always been sold out to international students like UK, US, Canada etc. But I will work on getting some Profs in Germany for my post graduate.
Well done Hannah! A year studying in Germany (or elsewhere abroad) is a must do for young Americans in my view. The world is an amazing and diverse place . . . get out there and discover it for yourself!
@Patrick Your comment is unfortunately very far from reality. Germany is good for an exchange semester only. There are better and more beautifully diverse countries that invite international students and actually care for their education. Unfortunately, Germany is not one of them.
@@patrickfitzgerald2861 I know that your comment is really unhelpful. Now that you and me both agree on that. I am really impressed by your self critical and improvement skills. Keep Improving and one day you can really make Germany have a positive name worldwide. Others may call you a Neo-Nuzi, but I will always be rooting for you to leave the mental disorders behind. Best of Luck!
While its free to enroll, the ammount of effort and time you put in to graduate is harder than most countries on the planet. It is not uncommon for students to do their Bachelor for 5 years or more in the University. In many cases you fail in an Exam 3 times and will not be able to study the subject in your Bundesland. Also living in Germany is not cheap. Assuming that you work part time and earn around 800, you ll have less time to focus on your studies and the originally planned 3-4 years of study can take longer. If you are from a poor country and counting on financially supporting yourself with work it can be pretty stressful experience. Many can and many dont. I walk out of my Student Dorm and see only Exchange students partying. The ones who are only for 1 or 2 semesters and going back. Everyone else are usually burried in their Studies and Part time Job.
Let’s talk about the consulates of Germany. Sadly,it doesn’t matter being accepted by a german university’s program just like me. Taking a visa is a massive problem yup i have been accepted from bayreuth university and i have been waiting for even an appointment from the german embassy for 4 months. Everything is not good as much as you showed in this video.
@@judasthepious1499 unfortunately it isn’t, intensity at the embassies and consulates is so much that is why we cannot even get an appointment from them. it may be acceptable but for students it is waste of time and money because there is a deadline of submission of visa’s documents. i have got all my documents translated and submitted them. additionally i passed a solid interview with the supervisor of the master program. briefly, i did everything i have to do but the embassy doesn’t allow me and i am still waiting 🥹
The experiences of international students studying in German universities can vary, and it is important to address the concerns raised regarding interactions with professors. While acknowledging that not all professors may meet expectations, it is crucial to examine the specific challenges faced by international students in their academic journeys. One concern highlighted is the perception that some professors in Germany exhibit favoritism when it comes to grading. International students have reported instances where better grades are awarded to students whom professors have established personal connections with. This subjective grading approach can lead to a sense of unfairness and inequality in academic assessments. Another aspect raised is the perceived lack of justice when international students file complaints against professors. Some students feel that the professorial community holds significant control, making it difficult to obtain a satisfactory resolution. This raises questions about the transparency and effectiveness of the complaint handling process, which should be addressed to ensure a fair and equitable learning environment for all students. Additionally, it is important to consider the varying levels of education and expertise among German professors. While exceptional educators do exist, international students have expressed concerns about the quality of teaching and limited availability of professors outside of lecture hours. This can impact the support and guidance that students seek, highlighting the importance of a well-rounded academic experience. While acknowledging these challenges, it is crucial to note that not all German professors exhibit these behaviors. Many professors are dedicated, highly educated, and provide valuable guidance to their students. Their commitment to teaching and fostering a supportive learning environment deserves recognition. To improve the overall experience for international students, it is necessary to address the concerns raised. Universities should focus on enhancing transparency, fairness, and access to support systems. This includes ensuring a fair grading process, effective mechanisms for handling complaints, and providing adequate resources for student support and guidance. In conclusion, it is important to recognize and address the concerns of international students regarding their interactions with professors in German universities. By fostering open dialogue and working towards positive changes, universities can strive to create an inclusive and supportive environment for all students.
For an average American, it is a lot more cost effective option to just move to a country where the education is free. The costs of living abroad are live 10 times smaller than studying in the US.
if you place zero value on having an alumni network, anyone even knowing what your university or degree are - and having a program that is focused exclusively on one subject area (there are no general studies or distribution requirements - if you are in a physics program - all of your courses will be physics, and likely 90% of your courses will be set - meaning everyone else who has that degree will have taken exactly the same classes except maybe 1 or 2 electives). Also, the programs are very difficult to transfer into or out of without having to start from scratch again - as each program and university sets its own curriculum, and are not very open to recognizing courses done somewhere else - even 30km away If you know exactly what field you want to study, and find a program that fits that - and you can handle the language of instruction - and you do all the legwork on your own with no real reminders from the school about what you have to do....and then you are able to explain what the degree means in a different country, should you not want to stay in Germany....then maybe it works
Quality of courses/education in english language in german universities is not the same as the courses in german language. Most professors are not very eloquent in english, they leave the questions raised by students to the the tutors. The tutors are phd students, who are doing phd because they could not find jobs in industry, so they are also not very good in answering those questions. If the tutors feel the students are asking too many questions then they just provide the solutions of all the tutorial questions and say just practice them. These questions will be asked in the exam. With this kind of education you will not find any job except as a sales personal, if you learn German in the meantime. So, reasearch carefully before coming to Germany for a english taught degree course.
Education has to be free everywhere!!!! The best thing to protect from the poor getting poorer, the rich getting richer. This is not the last word of wisdom, but it can do a lot, I think!
So I can only tell you how it is for German students. As it is mentioned in every universty you have to pays about 100-400€ per Semester which then include certain services for students as well some degree of public transport. Though it can differ for interantionals. In gerneral it is not hard to get in a uni but more into a specific programm of a specific uni ,where your grades need to be higher than the NC the uni derltermines. This is happens when there are more applicants than they can accomondate. For example mechanical engineering may have a higher NC than electrical engineering in uni A. But in Uni B the NC is higher for Mech Eng than in uni A and in uniC there is no NC at all so they accept everyone. We actually do have private universities, however there is the stigma that your degree may be bought, because it is easier to graduate. Though this is probably mainly due because the course size is smaller.
No, it is not a road to citizenship. But if you get a good job, and your employer goes along by certifying that he needs you, you might get temporary residency which has to be renewed every four years or so.
@@danihesslinger7968 This is why this type of program is a problem. They allow skilled workers to come there and work but no solid way to get citizenship and you are stuck with the company like some kind of slave.
@@super_hero2 Nope: you are free to find another employer for better pay or a more interesting job. Initially however (in the 20th century) the idea behind such programs - including grants from the German government - was to train people from poor, developing countries, and they were required to return to their home country after studies, in order to contribute to their society there. Nobody then was planning on tourist-like American students😃
@@danihesslinger7968 It is not that easy to find a high pay interesting job. Most companies would hire native people first so as foreigner you have to have a killer resume or stick with the current company. Doesn't matter what the idea is initially, as stated in this video, the reason for this is to attract skilled worker, by not having a solid path to citizenship, it is very discouraging.
My parents dragged me from Germany to Canada (to a location far from a University) when I was 7. I finished 3rd in marks in our High School, behind 2 students who were ranked top 15 in Canada. Got accepted at MIT and Stanford (plus a bunch of Canadian Universities), but in no way could I afford the tuition fees for the US institutes of learning. I had no access (denied) for any student loans in Canada, and definitely not for the US. I went as far as I could until my money ran out and my high interest bank loans were spent. Sure would have been nice to have had a chance at a free education (of course only getting it by achieving high academic entry marks ... that would have been my responsibility). It would have been so nice to get that degree in gender studies ... err I mean Engineering Science.
Many years later I finished the engineering degree, after starting an normal life, but the delay cost me some significant job opportunities, and it was by then too late to make the most of that degree. I finished it more as a task I wanted to complete for myself.@@OreoChoco-pe1lf
Half-backed truths: - "Free," but the rest of the people pay taxes on everything. - Only the first degree (Bachelor's or technic) is free. Any other program to continue your education is different. - Foreigners must have a blocked account (Save all the money in cash or get a loan) for the entire stay (app 800 euros per month) - Normally, you need to have a C1 German level before starting.
For your last point, I don't know about Germany but for France this depends on your field of study. For science, only B1 is required if I remember correctly. For so called humanities, it's B2. There might be differences between institutions that I don't know about, but I'm guessing things might not be so different in Germany.
Thanks for your great video, I got just accepted in a German University. Soon I will be there ! Im just a little bit worry about finding a job while studying. Wish me luck
If you factor in living costs ~11k€ per year, it might be better to study in a local (even private) university in your home country. Also, most professional jobs in germany require/prefer at least a masters degree, so it makes less financial sense to struggle through 3 to 5+ years just for a german bachelor's degree (due to the strict grading system, lack of support and language hurdle), than just doing a masters degree in germany. Exceptions: you want to do something hands-on like performing/arts, technical/lab work, baking, florist etc, and prefer a program with industrial placement like Duales Studium.
I wonder if these free tuition fee universities also offer their programmes online for international students. Would really love to study at German educational institutions ❤
They shouldn't offer online courses for International Students. The whole point of providing free education to foreigners is to create workforce to contribute to Germanys economy. Just come here and study 😊
@@cityintakeI think the German government should focus on getting people to learn German first and foremost, cause that is really the biggest barrier to entry
@@Martin-iw1ll They do, you can take a whole year of German BEFORE you start your Bachelor studies... After one year you basically dominate the language. I studied in Munich :)
It’s not really true that there’s no issue if it takes longer to finish. As a student in Germany you get some financial support called „Bafög“. When it takes longe as it should you have the risk that you don’t get any support and the worst case is that you can’t continue because of that😂
yeah plz reply whether the programs are in German or English. Moreover flat charges and accommodation, how is it there? and can you get a part-time job?
most of the money is spend on ur public transport ticket. U can use any public transport except highspeed train, in ur bundesland. The rest of the money is for student organisation, which acts like some kind of students union, organizes festivals night outs and other benefits for students
I think a private university in my country of Malaysia could have been better than the public universities in Germany. More fun, more events but living in Germany gives me opportunities to work with more R&D companies within the EU which would have never been the case in most parts of Asia unless you're in Japan.
@@welllll...ok... Although i agree with your point but keep it in mind that if a immigrant should be grateful to a country for providing free education (which i agree with) then the country should also be welcoming and respectful to immigrant which will contribute to their country economy. A country only allow immigrants because it also gains something ( work force, tax payer etc.) but i still believe people should be grateful and any kindness shouldn't be taken for granted. Similarly he/she shouldn't also be taken for granted. Just a thought
@@welllll...ok... Germany is too rich, giving away free travel, health care etc but what is it lacking? No having enough locals who want to push the nation. Without non Germans, universities, companies and factories will close down due to lack of partipants. (This is happening in Singapore right now). Germany doesn't need more foreign money, it needs to build an everlasting generation from itself.
It is not not free. The tax differential between Germany and USA / UK / Australia / Canada (including tax rebate for student loan repayment) distributed over 5 years is more than tuition fee. So basically Germany paying you for tuition, included in tax amount, so you do not feel the pinch as you are not paying it literally, but getting it automatically deducted.
@@saucepan227 So it is not free then. And effectively no different from paying student loan. In fact worse, Germany makes working class pay for rich upper middle class' tertiary education, often in unproductive streams like in liberal arts.
I think studying in Germany is a good option as an Indian it's cheaper and Germany supports the students financially, I am thinking to learn German knowing the native tongue could be an advantage.
Well many people here also speak english and in universities that will be all you need but if you go shopping like in supermarkets and grocery stores a basic understanding of our language would be definetly an advantage for your daily life here.
@@farhansubi417 Maybe not necessarily. Im a citizen from Aachen which has a famous Tech Campus and i see a lot of students from South Korea, India and oher countries around who mostly communicate in English. I would guess these people are connected enough to get student jobs. On the other hand it might be helpful speaking the language of the natives but ive actually never seen a student in 15 years who would do that.
@Tailor series If i would study in india im sure indian girls also wouldnt like me. Stupid argument. You go to different country for an education, not girls.
some said that, it is a required thing to know German well and to have a proof like a Language test. I have IELTS 6.5. I want to apply to Germany! is it possible to win scholarship and to study??
Hi...Can a working professional in Germany with bachelors from India, persue masters in Germany? Is there any age constraint? Would be great if you could throw some light on this please
Please proof the acceptance of your Indian Bachelors first in the anabin database. If its accepted, just apply for a masters course. But keep in mind, that you have to speak and understand German, even if some modules are in English.
I would say understanding and speaking German is definitely a plus but you don't have to as long as your degree is entirely in English. I know a lot of people who don't know any German and they can get by easily (especially in Berlin since a lot of people there speak English)
My cousin brother who graduated in India is studying masters in Germany. There are many Indians studying there. So good luck, build your profile and that's it.
@@yagmurmetin5050It is very recommendable to learn german, if you want to connect to other people and make friends. Putting in effort to learn the language is also a sign of respect
@@yagmurmetin5050 You can't live or study in Germany without German, unless you spend tens of thousands of euros on a private university of applied sciences (FH). Moreover, there will always come a point when you are told to start speaking German immediately or to leave again. This point usually comes after about 1 year. After about 1 year, Germans make it very clear that they feel annoyed if someone still can't speak German and they justifiably start to belittle the person concerned and take him or her less seriously. Larger countries like Germany and France, unlike smaller countries like Sweden, have the potential for violence to force their language and integration. Generally speaking, in any country in the world, if you live there but don't speak the language, you quickly become a victim, and even the protective student status quickly reaches its limits.
@@Peterderbrecher if only I were to give a name for the folks here who have mistreated me for the fact I'm a black foreigner😉 - from police officers and professors all the way to (medical) doctors. If you think everything is a paradise here and that you should spend the rest of your life here, fair enough. That isn't for everyone though.
I studied in Goettingen in the 70s and loved it. I remember meeting an older student then who was in his 52nd semester, having studied just about every humanities major. I don't suppose that sort of thing is allowed any longer.
😃 from Germany - I have seen these freaks in my time, too, but they are completely rare. Students also want careers and money in these competitive times.
@@tcz1757 Yes it is possible in Germany as well. But why would you do it? I never understood the point of going to Spain, the Netherlands or any other country for that matter without being able to speak the language.
@@asatrv Well, the logic being of course it is better to know the language, German, for example. But since it would take great amount of time just for learning the language, if they offer higher education in English which is a global language and a a language I already know, maybe it is a possibility for someone who seeks a degree and of course try to learn the language and culture while being there, as a foreigner point of view.
@@tcz1757 I understand that logic. I just question the ethics of it. For Germany as an economy it is incredibly wasteful to invest in foreign nationals who are never going to pay taxes in Germany. More so if they are not interested in the culture and do not bother to learn the language. Assuming someone just uses the perks of German higher education being free without learning the language and bonding with German nationals, there would not even be any soft economic perks as in the possibility of multinational networking leading to business relations after return to the donees home country.
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There are no income taxes you have to pay as a student. Since as a fulltime student you are only allowed to have a side-job which would not get you a high enough salary so you would have to pay taxes on that.
We have minimum wage regulations that also apply to students and part-time jobs. Public transportation (buses, regional trains) is included in the administrative semester fees, so it will be for free for students. Legal minimum wage for whatever you do is 12.50 €/hour this year, but you can get more, depending on the job. Food is very cheap if you decide to eat warm or cold meals at the student restaurant and otherwise use discounter supermarkets. How much you pay for accommodation depends on many factors: large or smaller city, central or in the suburbs ...often students opt for suburbs or even the countryside, because transportation downtown is free. As a guideline: government grants for students from poor household amount to approx. 800 €/month. This also covers books. So it depends a bit on what part-time job and how many hours. I am not very good at maths, but by my calculation this makes 200 €/week, divided by 12.50 €/hour, and amounts to 18 - 20 hours work / week to survive comfortably.
You are really not that good at math. You forgot to deduct taxes. Most foreign students don't earn enough from a part-time job to cover all expenses and need to receive money from home.
@@Cassandra.Oracle With part-time jobs it is a bit more complicated. Up to a certain limit they are tax-free, but then you also do not enjoy our free universal health-care system via taxes... need to take out an extra (very cheap) health insurance. It is a complicated system all in all, probably more so for foreign students - and I guess they want a bit of extra money to really enjoy their stay abroad😃
@@danihesslinger7968 Use a brutto/netto Rechner. 800 euros/month gross is 632 euros net. No matter how you crunch the numbers, it is not enough. Keep in mind that cities with very low rents usually have few jobs for foreign students and large cities with enough jobs have high rents.
well it's not really free, it's paid by the taxpayer. just how the semi socialist society works. and some bundeslandes (states) started to charge international student like Stuttgart in BW state which actually make sense. Actually a really good deal, at 2016 it costed 600€ per semester, in exchange of seasonal transport ticket + lunch discout + student flat discount + german course.
It is not free at all, nothing is free in Germany, you have to pay even for listening to the radio. In the state of Baden-Württemberg where non European students are charged a tuition fee of around 1,700 euros per semester (some exemptions are Citizens from Kenia and Tanzania) plus living expenses. Resuming you will pay to receive public education, which is taught under an “industrial system” where some professors are more focus in publishing papers, their union or their tenure than in lecturing. You can get more or the same value for your money in a public or private university in your home country (people from “developing countries”). Though, of course it is also a life changing experience to go abroad, cope with different circumstances, experience a new culture and break some taboos about Germany.
Yeah ,but the teachers are very lackadaisical about leaving their class for the semester because of some pre-planned medical event that they forgot to tell their students but the students already paid the fees.
Then the university finds a replacement. I think the situation you are describing would be very rare -- if absolutely no replacement could be found at short notice (and teachers have to give sufficient notice unless it's an emergency anyway).
Students, especially from the USA, need to remember that Unis expect you to organise yourself like the adults that you are. Your Prof will not guide you through your studies the way a Prof will in the US. You have to be selbständig on a level uncommon for people entering college/Uni in the USA.
Agree on that 100%. I just came back from studying in the US at Rice University in Houston (I am German) and I was SHOCKED on how much is taken care of you in US unis: free laundry rooms in the same building (we don‘t have that in Germany get your own stuff together), you get 3 times a day meals at your colleges cooked for you. We don‘t have that in Germany usually you cook your own stuff at home. There are canteens at uni but just for lunch and just during the weekdays. Usuallyyou live in your own rented appartment you ofc have to organize your own furniture for etc. and don‘t live in dorm rooms. Uni is JUST for the academics. Professors don‘t care about your personal well-being or if you pass his course or not. They give their lectures, you can ask academic questions after lecture and he is providing the exam and grading it. That‘s it. How you learn, if you succeed that your own problem.
@@IanBenecken Colleges make money through forcing you to spend at least a semester (sometimes more) in dorms and quite often funding for your studies is tied to paying for food in the food halls. So the 'full-ride' you get from the college might cost you so much in housing and food (and yes, they do check if your swiped your card in the food hall) that it cancels out the money you were so 'generously' given. The US is so so strange. Oh, and sharing a bedroom as an adult because your school makes you? Not okay. Hoffe Du hattest Spaß und es hat Dich akademisch weitergebracht!
Hmm taking ASTA members as representatives of the general student is a bit odd. Usually, ASTA members are a little different breed. They are either very political animals (very left leaning) and/or searching for their path. In general not the most ambitious students, at least when it comes to getting a degree. Obviously, this is a generalization.
To clarify, university education in Germany is not free. The professors are not working for free. The buildings of the university need to be built and maintained and that is also not free. It may be free to the student because someone else is forced to pay for the student's education. By force in the form of taxes and if that person doesn't want to pay, they go to jail.
Hi, I’m 4th years university student and I didn’t finished my education because of my country current situation ,I just want to finish my education for building a better future. I’m from Myanmar (Burma)
For all EU/EEA Students it is actually Zero at all public unis. For non-EU/EEA students some unis especially in the state of Baden-Württemberg there is a fee.
I am maybe one of the rare few students who studied for separate undergraduate degrees at top schools in both Germany and the US. There are significant drawbacks to studying in Germany for US citizens compared to study at home. The individual attention you get from teaching staff is next to zero because they do not have the ressources, in some subjects there are 50 students for each faculty member or more. Sporting life, social life, extracurricular life are not organized through the university, especially in big cities there is no such thing as school spirit. This is okay for German students because they can seek out such opportunities outside of university, but for foreigners this means there are multiple circles with high barriers they must pierce through to successfully integrate and, frankly, have a good time. Laughably so (darf ich als Deutscher sagen), one such „high barrier“ is language. Germans tend to switch to a „intercultural diplomatic mission“ mode when they speak English, often meaning they create a distance between themselves and the foreigner. Lastly, German life is simply less convenient. Germans will bike anywhere even if it takes 50 minutes, when they move house they ask their friends to help instead of hiring a moving company, there are 100 bakeries for each „foreign“ restaurant etc. If you are used to living in a big US city, you may feel that there is a dearth of choice in Germany. I don’t want to sound too damning; it just so happens that my preferences are more towards the US style of life. But I think this perspective deserves mentioning for those considering to study in Germany.
It does deserve mentioning. I'm from the US and am currently doing a doctorate in a German university. My MA degrees are from the States. My bachelors is from Australia. German unis are a bit of a nightmare for those used to the American/Australian university system for all the reasons you mentioned. I would disagree with you on some of the other issues outside university life in Germany (cycling, moving issues, and general quality of life) because I prefer this country to the US. But your perspective and experience studying here does need to be read because you are right. This video makes it look like studying in Germany is going to be an affordable and relatively straightforward option for international students. It's not.
"But its not really free" - Unbelievable how some people still complain they have to pay for Food or rent. The German tax payer substituting your Education as a foreigner, but you still act like a ungrateful Karen.
Here are some questions I would have liked the video to have answered. Would YOU, dear random viewer, care to give them a go? A. What options there are for "mature"/adult student? B. Distance learning? In English? C. It is not uncommon to be able to take individual classes from one og America's accursed Universities even if one isn't pursuing a degree. This doesn't semm to be common elsewhere. How about Germany?
A) Same requirements for mature students. B) Only university offering distant learning is Fern Uni Hagen and it is in German. C) It is call being a Gasthörer and you need to contact the faculty directly for information.
A. Age isn't usually a factor for the admissions process, but it can be a factor for some things (e.g. health insurance options). B. There are some MOOCs, for example on Virtuelle Hochschule Bayern, including English language ones, but they are tasters rather than full degree programmes. C. Gasthörers are frequently welcome to attend, but may need to enroll as such and of course they can only attend classes where there is capacity. Unlike regular students, Gasthörers may have to pay fees for attending classes. Also, universities tend to run free public lecture series on campus. Hope this helps!
Can u please share your experience? I was planning to apply to only US universities as an international but my parents were asking me to consider German universities as well. How was it like studying there? Is it as good as many people describe?
@@solihaibragimova I came to Germany for a master's program which was in English. Soon after a few months I realized the professors and his tutors were not very interested in teaching and explaining, because doing all that in English language was not very easy. Even though some professors spoke English good. Later I learned that the only reason the institute was providing this master's program in English, because native germans were no longer interested in this master's program, when it was in German. Most of the study materials I got from the totors were just English translation of old German course. Now the germans were themselves not interested in this course because of lack of job or even internships opportunities. As a result most of my classmates or seniors who finished this course. They either returned back to their own countries or worked as PhD students with only 50% paid contract. I was good in programming so I changed my field after graduation and now working as a software developer.
@@byteKLUB I was not from IT background therefore, I had to start from sales and marketing field. But after a few years I got myself internally changed from sales to coding department. It was neither easy nor common, here in Germany. As a general, until last year IT was in huge demand, but slowly it is getting saturated and competition is increasing too.
@@bvanderford And in that "place with more opportunities" you have to pay an insurance company for health insurance and put aside money for your retirement. And when you need health care you will find out that the insurance company is unwilling to pay for the treatment. It is very well known that in that "place with more opportunities" insurance companies have more opportunities to refuse to pay.
Additional info: Non-EU/EEA international students must prove they have €11,208 to cover living expenses when applying for a visa to study in Germany.
We actually have to open a special bank account called Sperrkonto (blocked account) and deposit €11,208 into the account.
@@iwavns Is it refundable? Can I use it after landing in Germany ?
@@nasim_tahir Yes.
Where can I get information about courses in Germany. Is there a common website that shows all the courses that exist in Germany, or is there a person who can guide international students. Meaning an agent.
can you study in Germany for free in English,? i have heard that its only free when you study in german and not in englisch
As a foreigner who actually studied in Germany, I would say this report is sugar-coated. Expect more chaos and less support than this video suggests. If you have no other financial support than what you earn from jobs, expect your studies to last longer. Information about requirements was inaccurate and contradictory in my time, and as I hear from students today, functional websites and good communication are not the forte of German universities. If you get quality instructors, count yourself lucky. You will have to overcome a language handicap. About the last point: If you have no interest in learning the German language and culture, and are only looking for cheap higher education, you will probably throw in the towel at some point. Don't let me discourage you, but don't rely on the rose-colored lense of this video either.
thanks for this comment. I feel like this video is too good to be true and the sugar-coating is a bit too much
Thank you for being honest.
Exactly. And did they mention that if you fail three times (a course) at a German university that you get "kicked" out?
Well I'm currently doing my master's in Germany, and I'm absolutely in love with it. My classes are exclusively in English; you just have to apply to the right universities. I mean, the bureaucracy is a pain, and the whole website and communication thing is more of a general problem in Germany than with the universities. I can't speak for other places besides Denmark and Germany. But if you have to spend large sums of money on education, you'll probably be treated better than if you don't. The customer is king, and in this case, you want something from the university, not the other way around. And if you manage to fail the exam three times, you either deserve it, or it wasn't the right choice. Many people completely skip some exams until they have more time. That's why it sometimes takes longer.
@@Julien-k2r kindly tell me which universities offer classes in english as i wish to visit germany for my masters in business administration
I think it is important to clarify that those fees students pay at the beginning of the semester could be higher for international students, depending on the program/university. Do check all the requirements and costs associated with every program in every state when applying from abroad.
Also, as a foreigner you may or may not be allowed to have an additional job depending on the specifics of your visa/resident permit. This will depend on many things, the type program, whether or not you have a scholarship, the type of scholarship, etc. Reach out to other international students or associations from the place you intend to go to and ask. Or check well in advance with admissions.
German universities much like other "good" universities only admit the cream of the international students by judging their grades throughout the high school so probably they would have never taken me. Anyways I know I'm going to do pretty fine regardless of
a foreign degree. Actually these universities don't produce good engineers and doctors rather they just select the students with highest iqs and possibly work ethic and hand them degrees moreover, business hire them cuz they are high IQ and work ethic and not because "the best workers" it's a good scheme tho benifits who wanna take part in it but also punishes all other.
@@satyrnarainmathur359 no you can actually be admitted regardless of your grades. there are degrees that are what we call no NCs so they accept whoever wants to enroll. Such degrees for example are IT related. I am studying in Germany and about to finish my degree as a foreigner. my degree is with NC and the grade limit is by 2,9 as i can remember. I would say the only challenge for those no NCs degrees is if they require german language. Then you need to provide a german language certificate that you were able to pass to a certain level, normally C1, which is the level before the native speaker level.
@@satyrnarainmathur359 i know of no IQ tests, there are though subjects which have high requirments (NC numerus clausus, average grades from your college) due to either being very sought after by many applicants like engineering or due to the state setting high standards like legal degrees by which you could later on become a judge. As in most things in life, if you are not very good at something, chances are people will overlook you.
Also it is a matter of perspective i guess, while doctors and professors may often seem detached, as so many are going though and a high selfreliance is expected from students many wont make the cut even should they be accepted due to the pace and pressures. There is no handing of anything. I know what it means to go through that system and it is at times brutal, those who achieve excellence and a degree usually have earned it. Though there are always also those who try to play the system and with something like ChatGPT it became that much harder to judge students. I would expect changes because of that aspect, not just in teaching methods but also how students knowledge are measured.
If all that is not to once liking, there is still Khan University.
Is learning German compulsory or English language enough for studying in German I am planning for IELTS...
@@ganeshyerramsetty4093 There are f.e. international buisness schools that hold courses in english, but by default if you take part in german universities you should expect german lectures, reading materials, discussions and any papers you work on and are judged by the lecturer in the german language. As i would think is the case with any nation you want to go to study to. There surely are excemptions but you would need to explicitly look for them.
Education one of the principal pilars to build a first world country!! I admire Germany!
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but there is word knowledge economy which boost there economy in many ways
Me too. They truly are remarkable here... despite all their strange ways. Germany is an exceptional country (unlike the Deluded States of America).
@@Familymnn economy - is just a since of resources distribution, so it's not so necessary, as a *resources* itself.
Im from Germany and I can tell u that most of the students don't like the education system. Don't get me wrong, it's definitely better than in other countries, but that doesn't make it good.
Most students criticize the system for not preparing for the real life and instead making us learn useless thing we will forget in no time. They focus on testing and not on actual education. I think most other countries do the same, but I think Germany should finally change is since they didn't for sooo long.
Most students really feel left behind by the Politicans and so do i. They don't really care about us.
We have a better system than others but it's not even close to good.
Despite the low cost of education, it's a double-edged sword when you have to show a bank account with 11K euros to get a student visa and renew every year with the same amount even with scholarships. Especially considering conversion rates coming from countries in South East Asia. I come from an upper middle class family despite that it will still be too costly to study in Germany than being enrolled in a top private university in my country with rent and daily expenses. It's easier if you're coming from an EU country or maybe places like Australia and Japan because their wages is at par with Euros.
Though, I do love travelling in Germany, we decided to visit again this summer, and I can't wait.
exactly
That’s the madness
but the education quality will be way better than Asean university(except singapore national uni but it is crazy hard+expensive)
The blocked account is there to prevent people from using university admissions as means to migrate illegally and overstay
go to australia, u can work there as a craftsman or builder to pay ur fees, u cant do that easy in germany
Would really like to see the research on the "lots of support, even for international students." Ive worked in the german uni system for 6 years, and no one has ever said anything remotely similar.
@user-rj7cl3vi4s Nice try, pal.
its horrible, absolutely no support, consider yourself lucky if you get a good english educator even after paying.
@@sumbajumba3037hi , can i please ask you , as an international student what path should I exactly take in order to get free education, tho i dont have and german
As an American with 60K in student debt, this was very helpful (and painful) to watch.
Ok, but I would not say as a German I would go out of engineering school completely dept free. Expecting around 20-25k€ of depts at the end of my studies.
Costs of living still has to be covered.
@@IanBenecken still less than half of what I owe 🥴
@@IanBenecken What abt art schools?
It's probably also worth mentioning that many programmes have a cap on the number of students able to begin studying in any given year, and as a result there is the _Numerus Clausus_ system which awards points to those who have higher marks, speak German or come from certain backgrounds. That's why there are many German students who study in Austria instead. I plan on applying to unis in both countries for my master's programme - and not just because I absolutely adore Vienna!
I am quite curious, what's the rationale behind this cap?
@@dreama1375 Quite simply the lack of space and/or material and/or staff for a number above the cap. For example, medical sciences are extremely sought after to the point that it is absolutely impossible to accommodate everyone. In contrast, subjects like maths or physics are general open for everyone due to a large amount of free spaces
NC is mostly found in medicines, architecture and music. Outside of those 3 fields, it's quite rare.
@@dreama1375
Only the elite get in with enough money from the whole world. The other the working serfs. This are learned German, russian or other.
@@d.b.2215True
Hey guys, the first "German" university is actually in Prague 😉 although it's nowadays in the Czech Republic, culturally it was a German institution 😊
Prag had a German majority until 1865 and was built by Germans.
How is that even possible if "Germany" didn t even exist back then?
@@tradicted Germany didnt exist, but the holy roman empire existed which was german
@@niklasnowak9010 How can it be german if its called the holy roman empire, which was a collectiv of many different kinda independent states. Germany as we know it didn t exist until bismark united it.
@@tradicted I’m of Italian culture and language, but I’m not Italian. My fellow (Swiss) nationals are of either French or German culture, but they are neither French nor German. So, when you speak about a “German University” in a time when the contemporary German state didn’t exist yet, you actually speak about a University situated within the general area of German culture, I e the Holy Roman Empire. As an empire, the Holy Roman Empire, was a multicultural, multiethnic, multilingual state. And above all, the teaching language, the language of culture, science and power at that time… was Latin. Everywhere (in Europe).
As a foreigner who is studying in Germany, I would say that the quality of the class largely depends on the quality of the student. Unlike back home where Professors get defensive on questioning, I found the Germans actually enjoying a difficult problem. So to get the best out of them, you should always come prepared by gathering questions to ask in the class. I see some German students doing that and it's quite easy that way.
Great video, well done Hanna and DW. I'm Brazilian, have 3 kids, and 2 had their higher education in Germany. They currently live in Germany. One important information for non-German students: you must complete the Studienkollege before applying for University or College. It is a one year program to level basic knowledge of your chosen field (Technical, Arts, Human Sciences or Medical related courses) and command of Germany as a foreign language. It is the equivalent of the Abitur that German students have to do (an extra year after High School) to get into Universities or Colleges. Many Universities offer the Studienkollege, and with you final exam grades you then apply for University or College. Great country, lots of opportunities!
It sounds almost like a cross between a "developmental education" curriculum and a first-year curriculum one might find at an American community college.
From Germany: that depends on the country you are from!!! "Studienkolleg" is for applicants of certain countries in which the school education does not meet German standards.
@danihesslinger7968 That certainly fits the bill then! Thank you kindly.
I feel this separation of "vocations" (research-focused vs trade-focused) in the German higher education is much more transparent and well known than in my country. I see so many people frustrated in my country (Brazil) dealing with university while they would be happier in a polytechnic institution. It's curious because while talking to a lot of people i get the impression most don't know the actual differences between a polytechnic and an university.
Historically attending a federal university is a big reason for pride and people give a lot of respect, so many students end up neglecting the other options.
True. In my country, Pakistan, it would be frowned upon if you were from a relatively "stabler" middle class background and ended up wanting to do a trade-focused thing.
Great intro to study in Germany Hannah!
What they do not tell you in this video is that German universities do not have a lot of student support, even if you are international. They will often have outdated and user un-friendly websites, which is where you must deal with the bureaucracy involved in being a student, and it's quite rare that you can get a straightforward answer about how to navigate all of this. They don't have the most practical administrative systems here. That said, if you come to Germany without the expectation that that German universities should behave like universities in North America, Australia or other English countries, I would say the advantages of studying here outweigh the irritations. But those problems can be quite substantial and really should have been mentioned in this video too.
I'm planning to study in Germany soon, aside from being wary of outdated student support, is there anything else I should know about? (I'm from Hungary, an EU country)
@@slvrstar4070 Enrolled students have to register for Prüfungleistung (exams) within a given amount of time or run the risk of losing any chance at getting credit for coursework completed in a class. It is rare that anyone will help students sort out the procedures for this, but the respective departments do tend to send out general information emails (in German, of course) at the start of each semester. It is always the student's responsibility to monitor their university inbox and pay attention to these things.
Quality of teaching (in German universities) can vary greatly, and many students (especially Germans) complain that pedagogy (or lack thereof) from professors inhibits student success in courses. German universities are primarily research institutions and are less concerned with maintaining or even aspiring to higher standards of teaching for students. This is probably my biggest complaint as a foreigner and a trained teacher and very experienced university lecturer.
On a brighter note, professors here really are experts in their field and can be trusted to produce high quality research for students to learn from. Also, German universities are not quite as fixated on this whole gender diversity movement as universities are in the anglosphere, and they still tend more toward scientific inquiry than ideology. This has its disadvantages, of course, as new ideas about diversity are also important. But from my experience, the advantages of being here in a more traditionally reasonable academic environment outweigh the disadvantages.
Especially at Universities there is(was) the mindset that students of universities are not school pupils. So they have to learn to be independent and make their own decisions.
@@marcq2029 Yes, unfortunately, this is sometimes a big problem in German universities. They don't have the accountability that exists in colleges and universities in the States. That is part of the trade-off with "free" higher education.
@@marcq2029wow these cost of living are not present anywhere else in the world. Only in Germany you pay for these right? Only Monica Monica Monica literature club
I love how all the shots were filmed at the HU - with exception of the Mensa. As a TU Alum I can admit that we've got the less photogenic campus, but our Mensa is top notch :D
Let the battle of the Mensas commence!
Seems like a fantastic place to study, learn, educate yourself, and meet great people.
If there was a best idea the EU ever had, was the Erasmus programme. I really wish that it would become mandatory for all europeans to live and study in foreign country, hopefully more than one.
I wouldnt say it should be mandatory as many young people need to support their families or themselves with a job and a semester abroad can mess with that a lot, many will lose their jobs. But it should be more incentivised so that those who want to but can't afford to, can do it in future
Mandatory? Are you dented?
Are you insane some people can't afford the living expenses.
Mandatory??? U srs?!!?
I would lose my apartment if I'd move abroad. Good luck finding a new apartment in Germany afterward.
Awesome. Only need to wait 19 months for a visa appointment at the embassy.
Note to non EU students. There isn't any significant fee (120 to 300€) except one perticular state but it still costs you around 11k € per year because of blocked account.
You can get a part-time job providing you know B levels of German and got enough connection to get one in the first place. Also the housing market is brutal, it's extremely extremely hard to get a room and is almost always 6m to 1 year behind.
Germany has lots or good thing but they should fix the students housing issue and should not promote it as a almost free solution.
I understand where you're coming from, but I believe you might be painting a bleaker picture than what's actually the reality. Firstly, regarding the 11k in the blocked account, it's essential to note that the money isn't lost. It's merely set aside as a financial assurance, and you can retrieve the entire amount once your study period ends.
As for the housing situation, I wouldn't categorize the market as 'brutal'. I wonder when the last time was that you genuinely knew someone who couldn't find housing? In my experience, everyone who actively seeks out accommodation usually secures a place within a week, granted they have reasonable expectations. If you're looking for a penthouse in the city center with lavish amenities, then yes, it might take longer. But for typical student housing? It's more attainable than you're suggesting.
In Berlin that is true. Other less popular cities have a lot of free apartments
Who is advertising Germany as a free option for studying? Most Germans generally dislike paying for the education of people who are never going to pay taxes in Germany. In fact there are political calls for action in order to charge international students for studying in Germany.
@@victorreitstatter1705wtf are you living in East Germany? In Frankfurt and the surrounding area it is very hard to find affordable housing. In Frankfurt you pay 20 to 22 €/sqm. In Darmstadt you pay in the student resistance 800€ for 10 sqm (with electricity, heating and other additional costs)
Rooms in WGs starts at 600 euros per month
The reason why university is free. Its because germany want those degree graduates to immigrate to germany
Its one of the reason why germany is a skilled talented economy
If university are not free for foreign student. Then no one gonna come study there. Cause no one speak german outside of europe
The fact some people are willing to learn german in exchange of free education is quite a amazing soft power victory for germany
Maybe the education fee is "almost" for free. But you have to consider the living costs which are very high in Germany. If you are lucky you get a one room apartment for 500 Euros per month. Also, food is not for free in Germany. And dont forget, that you have to pay for a social insurance. All over, you have to expect that you need over 1000 Euros every month to finance your studies. That makes round about 40.000 Euros for a single Bachelor degree.
I pay 247€ for my one-room apartment. 150€ for food per month should be enough. Ensurance is not that expensive for students. German students usually don't have to pay any since they are covered by their parent's ensurance. Plus the parents get about 300€ per child by the state
That depends where in Germany you want to live. For example the East of Germany is way cheaper and you can easily find apartments for 200-300€/month.
@@wierg in my case it is a city in Bavaria. Although not Munich of course
500 Euros per month is super cheap compared to Australia where it would cost 1200 euros per month
Well in Countries as Canada, US, UK, Australia is that plus exceptional expensive University Fee. So point for Germany.
Promotional, almost fact free video. I learnt far more in the comments section than I did in this video. :-)
nicely made visually too .. Thank u all very much
I've been studying in Japanese uni for nearly four years. I'm actually planning to study in Germany for my graduate degree.
As a mixed Japanese, I hope there are Little Tokyos or the like in the country hehe
Düsseldorf has a very big Japanese community. While people from japan also live in other German cities, Düsseldorf is the only German city with a japan town. They even have a japan day once a year and celebrate and honor Japanese art, culture and history :)
Please be careful as Germans have in the past had performed racist attacks against people of Asian descent.
@ZigkloySan1337 Does not mean they were best of friends and Japan has only 2.6% of total population of Asia! Asia is much bigger and diverse than Japan.
@@sidhantseth007 troll
And… where did you get that from?
Germany is rather diverse
@@sidhantseth007 and japanese are racist towards everyone not japanese, including koreans and chinese
This video is a goldmine for anyone considering studying in Germany!
Thank you, Ravi!
Watching your video from Switzerland 🇨🇭 very interesting video . Thanks for sharing
Loving this series
Thanks for revealing this huge secrets. Germany is not always been sold out to international students like UK, US, Canada etc. But I will work on getting some Profs in Germany for my post graduate.
Good luck!
Well done Hannah! A year studying in Germany (or elsewhere abroad) is a must do for young Americans in my view. The world is an amazing and diverse place . . . get out there and discover it for yourself!
Elsewhere abroad 😂. Study in india. Next day u will start hating education. And think better I will remain illiterate 😂😂.
@Patrick Your comment is unfortunately very far from reality. Germany is good for an exchange semester only. There are better and more beautifully diverse countries that invite international students and actually care for their education. Unfortunately, Germany is not one of them.
@@sidhantseth007 Unhelpful troll comment.
@@sankkham Unhelpful troll comment.
@@patrickfitzgerald2861 I know that your comment is really unhelpful. Now that you and me both agree on that. I am really impressed by your self critical and improvement skills. Keep Improving and one day you can really make Germany have a positive name worldwide. Others may call you a Neo-Nuzi, but I will always be rooting for you to leave the mental disorders behind. Best of Luck!
While its free to enroll, the ammount of effort and time you put in to graduate is harder than most countries on the planet. It is not uncommon for students to do their Bachelor for 5 years or more in the University. In many cases you fail in an Exam 3 times and will not be able to study the subject in your Bundesland.
Also living in Germany is not cheap. Assuming that you work part time and earn around 800, you ll have less time to focus on your studies and the originally planned 3-4 years of study can take longer. If you are from a poor country and counting on financially supporting yourself with work it can be pretty stressful experience. Many can and many dont.
I walk out of my Student Dorm and see only Exchange students partying. The ones who are only for 1 or 2 semesters and going back. Everyone else are usually burried in their Studies and Part time Job.
Is this supposed to be a critique? A degree is not some consumer good which can be bought. It is earned through hard work.
I see that as a good thing
@@asatrvi completely agree. A university degree is no picnic nor it should be. In order to be good at what you do i believe hardship is essential.
DW helped me start my German learning and love with Nichos Weg!
Even in technology the leading open-source software solution are mostly in Germany. The organizations like KDE, The Document Foundation etc.
Let’s talk about the consulates of Germany. Sadly,it doesn’t matter being accepted by a german university’s program just like me. Taking a visa is a massive problem yup i have been accepted from bayreuth university and i have been waiting for even an appointment from the german embassy for 4 months. Everything is not good as much as you showed in this video.
I tought Turkish people can easily get visa..
@@judasthepious1499 unfortunately it isn’t, intensity at the embassies and consulates is so much that is why we cannot even get an appointment from them. it may be acceptable but for students it is waste of time and money because there is a deadline of submission of visa’s documents. i have got all my documents translated and submitted them. additionally i passed a solid interview with the supervisor of the master program. briefly, i did everything i have to do but the embassy doesn’t allow me and i am still waiting 🥹
@@ichbinsehrklugwelcome to Germany
How did you be accepted?
@@naw-_- thanks dude
The experiences of international students studying in German universities can vary, and it is important to address the concerns raised regarding interactions with professors. While acknowledging that not all professors may meet expectations, it is crucial to examine the specific challenges faced by international students in their academic journeys.
One concern highlighted is the perception that some professors in Germany exhibit favoritism when it comes to grading. International students have reported instances where better grades are awarded to students whom professors have established personal connections with. This subjective grading approach can lead to a sense of unfairness and inequality in academic assessments.
Another aspect raised is the perceived lack of justice when international students file complaints against professors. Some students feel that the professorial community holds significant control, making it difficult to obtain a satisfactory resolution. This raises questions about the transparency and effectiveness of the complaint handling process, which should be addressed to ensure a fair and equitable learning environment for all students.
Additionally, it is important to consider the varying levels of education and expertise among German professors. While exceptional educators do exist, international students have expressed concerns about the quality of teaching and limited availability of professors outside of lecture hours. This can impact the support and guidance that students seek, highlighting the importance of a well-rounded academic experience.
While acknowledging these challenges, it is crucial to note that not all German professors exhibit these behaviors. Many professors are dedicated, highly educated, and provide valuable guidance to their students. Their commitment to teaching and fostering a supportive learning environment deserves recognition.
To improve the overall experience for international students, it is necessary to address the concerns raised. Universities should focus on enhancing transparency, fairness, and access to support systems. This includes ensuring a fair grading process, effective mechanisms for handling complaints, and providing adequate resources for student support and guidance.
In conclusion, it is important to recognize and address the concerns of international students regarding their interactions with professors in German universities. By fostering open dialogue and working towards positive changes, universities can strive to create an inclusive and supportive environment for all students.
Are you tal look referring to your experience ? Or can you cite some sources ? Thank you
@@annarold1709 If you need any help let me know!
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Good luck with your plans!
For an average American, it is a lot more cost effective option to just move to a country where the education is free. The costs of living abroad are live 10 times smaller than studying in the US.
if you place zero value on having an alumni network, anyone even knowing what your university or degree are - and having a program that is focused exclusively on one subject area (there are no general studies or distribution requirements - if you are in a physics program - all of your courses will be physics, and likely 90% of your courses will be set - meaning everyone else who has that degree will have taken exactly the same classes except maybe 1 or 2 electives).
Also, the programs are very difficult to transfer into or out of without having to start from scratch again - as each program and university sets its own curriculum, and are not very open to recognizing courses done somewhere else - even 30km away
If you know exactly what field you want to study, and find a program that fits that - and you can handle the language of instruction - and you do all the legwork on your own with no real reminders from the school about what you have to do....and then you are able to explain what the degree means in a different country, should you not want to stay in Germany....then maybe it works
Her Accent really satisfying, professional speaker.
This is one of the areas where Europe outshines the US. Healthcare is another major area. Education and Healthcare should NOT cost a fortune!
yeah keep coping europoor
Germany can pay for its own self defense.
DW Gracias for sharing! and thanks Germany for sharing the knowledge.
Quality of courses/education in english language in german universities is not the same as the courses in german language. Most professors are not very eloquent in english, they leave the questions raised by students to the the tutors. The tutors are phd students, who are doing phd because they could not find jobs in industry, so they are also not very good in answering those questions. If the tutors feel the students are asking too many questions then they just provide the solutions of all the tutorial questions and say just practice them. These questions will be asked in the exam. With this kind of education you will not find any job except as a sales personal, if you learn German in the meantime. So, reasearch carefully before coming to Germany for a english taught degree course.
3:18 Danke schön for teaching me those words girl 😍❤💚💚😊🤗😚😘😄❤💚💚
Great details about studying in Germany. Would be worth to also mention the Hochschulsport.
Thanks for sharing a good info. I have deserved to study Chemical Engineering abroad, and looked for where to go for a long time.
I will love to come to Germany for my PhD or even a vocational school (college)
Good luck with your plans!
It’s free!
That’s verily helpful
Education has to be free everywhere!!!! The best thing to protect from the poor getting poorer, the rich getting richer. This is not the last word of wisdom, but it can do a lot, I think!
Higher education is a human right, it must be free as primary and secondary school are.
Now, everything is changing and it all started from south!
Questions:
How hard is it to get into a free university in Germany?
After graduation, is there a path to citizenship? What are the options?
So I can only tell you how it is for German students.
As it is mentioned in every universty you have to pays about 100-400€ per Semester which then include certain services for students as well some degree of public transport. Though it can differ for interantionals.
In gerneral it is not hard to get in a uni but more into a specific programm of a specific uni ,where your grades need to be higher than the NC the uni derltermines. This is happens when there are more applicants than they can accomondate. For example mechanical engineering may have a higher NC than electrical engineering in uni A. But in Uni B the NC is higher for Mech Eng than in uni A and in uniC there is no NC at all so they accept everyone.
We actually do have private universities, however there is the stigma that your degree may be bought, because it is easier to graduate. Though this is probably mainly due because the course size is smaller.
No, it is not a road to citizenship. But if you get a good job, and your employer goes along by certifying that he needs you, you might get temporary residency which has to be renewed every four years or so.
@@danihesslinger7968 This is why this type of program is a problem. They allow skilled workers to come there and work but no solid way to get citizenship and you are stuck with the company like some kind of slave.
@@super_hero2 Nope: you are free to find another employer for better pay or a more interesting job.
Initially however (in the 20th century) the idea behind such programs - including grants from the German government - was to train people from poor, developing countries, and they were required to return to their home country after studies, in order to contribute to their society there.
Nobody then was planning on tourist-like American students😃
@@danihesslinger7968 It is not that easy to find a high pay interesting job. Most companies would hire native people first so as foreigner you have to have a killer resume or stick with the current company. Doesn't matter what the idea is initially, as stated in this video, the reason for this is to attract skilled worker, by not having a solid path to citizenship, it is very discouraging.
In Argentina University Education is free too Even for foreign students
My parents dragged me from Germany to Canada (to a location far from a University) when I was 7. I finished 3rd in marks in our High School, behind 2 students who were ranked top 15 in Canada. Got accepted at MIT and Stanford (plus a bunch of Canadian Universities), but in no way could I afford the tuition fees for the US institutes of learning. I had no access (denied) for any student loans in Canada, and definitely not for the US. I went as far as I could until my money ran out and my high interest bank loans were spent. Sure would have been nice to have had a chance at a free education (of course only getting it by achieving high academic entry marks ... that would have been my responsibility). It would have been so nice to get that degree in gender studies ... err I mean Engineering Science.
What did you do at the end?
Many years later I finished the engineering degree, after starting an normal life, but the delay cost me some significant job opportunities, and it was by then too late to make the most of that degree. I finished it more as a task I wanted to complete for myself.@@OreoChoco-pe1lf
Try Poland my friend ....don't lose hope ...
@@irfanifteqarali5388Racist place for international students
Maybe a few courses in Gender Studies would have helped?
Well! There are some international students studying in NRW, they are asked to pay 8200 euros to study.
Half-backed truths:
- "Free," but the rest of the people pay taxes on everything.
- Only the first degree (Bachelor's or technic) is free. Any other program to continue your education is different.
- Foreigners must have a blocked account (Save all the money in cash or get a loan) for the entire stay (app 800 euros per month)
- Normally, you need to have a C1 German level before starting.
It's first education, not first degree, therefore Master's is free too, as long as it's a continuation of your Bachelor's
For your last point, I don't know about Germany but for France this depends on your field of study. For science, only B1 is required if I remember correctly. For so called humanities, it's B2. There might be differences between institutions that I don't know about, but I'm guessing things might not be so different in Germany.
i think C1 is needed if only the bachelor in in german but if its in english only A2 is sufficient .please check with the uni
Erm... everyone pays taxes? What's your point?
I wanna study in German because l love to study abroad and introduce with many foreigners...
Good video. But it was next to impossible to get an admission in govt university. Also they take ages to clear visas.
Why?
Informative ..
Thanks for your great video, I got just accepted in a German University. Soon I will be there ! Im just a little bit worry about finding a job while studying. Wish me luck
How and where brother help me out
Learn German. The better you can speak German, the better your employment prospects.
Which university
How is it working out for you there?
Good inspired video .
If you factor in living costs ~11k€ per year, it might be better to study in a local (even private) university in your home country.
Also, most professional jobs in germany require/prefer at least a masters degree, so it makes less financial sense to struggle through 3 to 5+ years just for a german bachelor's degree (due to the strict grading system, lack of support and language hurdle), than just doing a masters degree in germany.
Exceptions: you want to do something hands-on like performing/arts, technical/lab work, baking, florist etc, and prefer a program with industrial placement like Duales Studium.
Awesome!
I wonder if these free tuition fee universities also offer their programmes online for international students. Would really love to study at German educational institutions ❤
They do!
They shouldn't offer online courses for International Students. The whole point of providing free education to foreigners is to create workforce to contribute to Germanys economy. Just come here and study 😊
@@cityintakeI think the German government should focus on getting people to learn German first and foremost, cause that is really the biggest barrier to entry
@@Martin-iw1ll They do, you can take a whole year of German BEFORE you start your Bachelor studies... After one year you basically dominate the language. I studied in Munich :)
@@paulitovz I mean they lure people to study German before they arrive in germany
Please make a video on ins and outs of everything related to a person from India should know when he or she is going to study in germany.
It’s not really true that there’s no issue if it takes longer to finish. As a student in Germany you get some financial support called „Bafög“. When it takes longe as it should you have the risk that you don’t get any support and the worst case is that you can’t continue because of that😂
Das war toll . Eigentlich lerne ich Deutsch und mochte eine Ausbildung zu machen . Ich hoffe nur auf das Beste .
Viel Glück!
It was the surprise of my life when I learned that I can study in Europe for free.
I'm in my 4th semester there now ^ ^
The programs are in English or German
yeah plz reply whether the programs are in German or English. Moreover flat charges and accommodation, how is it there? and can you get a part-time job?
@@fatimazulfiqar8460 in English, and yes you can get a part time job.
Accommodations depend on the city/town you are in
Iam from Uganda how can I go to Germany for free and for study's
Plz sir
I wish they offered free flight school so I could be a pilot.
Just wanna point out- Semesterbeitrag is still mandatory to be paid per semester. Not free. Granted, it's cheaper, but not free.
most of the money is spend on ur public transport ticket. U can use any public transport except highspeed train, in ur bundesland. The rest of the money is for student organisation, which acts like some kind of students union, organizes festivals night outs and other benefits for students
None of the Semestergebühren goes towards paying for tuition.
I think a private university in my country of Malaysia could have been better than the public universities in Germany. More fun, more events but living in Germany gives me opportunities to work with more R&D companies within the EU which would have never been the case in most parts of Asia unless you're in Japan.
Screw the eu. Asia is cool.
Be grateful you are getting a free education despite your parents having contributed nothing towards it in the form of taxes? Just a thought (-;
@@welllll...ok... Although i agree with your point but keep it in mind that if a immigrant should be grateful to a country for providing free education (which i agree with) then the country should also be welcoming and respectful to immigrant which will contribute to their country economy.
A country only allow immigrants because it also gains something ( work force, tax payer etc.) but i still believe people should be grateful and any kindness shouldn't be taken for granted. Similarly he/she shouldn't also be taken for granted. Just a thought
@@welllll...ok... Germany is too rich, giving away free travel, health care etc but what is it lacking? No having enough locals who want to push the nation. Without non Germans, universities, companies and factories will close down due to lack of partipants. (This is happening in Singapore right now). Germany doesn't need more foreign money, it needs to build an everlasting generation from itself.
You sure only Japan? what about China? tech wise, China is levels ahead of Japan and Germany
It is not not free.
The tax differential between Germany and USA / UK / Australia / Canada (including tax rebate for student loan repayment) distributed over 5 years is more than tuition fee.
So basically Germany paying you for tuition, included in tax amount, so you do not feel the pinch as you are not paying it literally, but getting it automatically deducted.
however its not like ripping off 100000 dollars at once through loans .its basically like working and paying .its more convinient
@@saucepan227 So it is not free then. And effectively no different from paying student loan. In fact worse, Germany makes working class pay for rich upper middle class' tertiary education, often in unproductive streams like in liberal arts.
I think studying in Germany is a good option as an Indian it's cheaper and Germany supports the students financially, I am thinking to learn German knowing the native tongue could be an advantage.
Well many people here also speak english and in universities that will be all you need but if you go shopping like in supermarkets and grocery stores a basic understanding of our language would be definetly an advantage for your daily life here.
@@garvielloken4114 Yeah, I guess for a social life it's a need.
@@garvielloken4114 I assume if one needs a part time job, then it'll be helpful to learn German?
@@farhansubi417 Maybe not necessarily. Im a citizen from Aachen which has a famous Tech Campus and i see a lot of students from South Korea, India and oher countries around who mostly communicate in English. I would guess these people are connected enough to get student jobs. On the other hand it might be helpful speaking the language of the natives but ive actually never seen a student in 15 years who would do that.
@Tailor series If i would study in india im sure indian girls also wouldnt like me. Stupid argument. You go to different country for an education, not girls.
some said that, it is a required thing to know German well and to have a proof like a Language test. I have IELTS 6.5. I want to apply to Germany! is it possible to win scholarship and to study??
For which course
Hi...Can a working professional in Germany with bachelors from India, persue masters in Germany? Is there any age constraint? Would be great if you could throw some light on this please
Please proof the acceptance of your Indian Bachelors first in the anabin database. If its accepted, just apply for a masters course. But keep in mind, that you have to speak and understand German, even if some modules are in English.
I would say understanding and speaking German is definitely a plus but you don't have to as long as your degree is entirely in English. I know a lot of people who don't know any German and they can get by easily (especially in Berlin since a lot of people there speak English)
My cousin brother who graduated in India is studying masters in Germany. There are many Indians studying there. So good luck, build your profile and that's it.
@@yagmurmetin5050It is very recommendable to learn german, if you want to connect to other people and make friends. Putting in effort to learn the language is also a sign of respect
@@yagmurmetin5050 You can't live or study in Germany without German, unless you spend tens of thousands of euros on a private university of applied sciences (FH). Moreover, there will always come a point when you are told to start speaking German immediately or to leave again. This point usually comes after about 1 year. After about 1 year, Germans make it very clear that they feel annoyed if someone still can't speak German and they justifiably start to belittle the person concerned and take him or her less seriously. Larger countries like Germany and France, unlike smaller countries like Sweden, have the potential for violence to force their language and integration. Generally speaking, in any country in the world, if you live there but don't speak the language, you quickly become a victim, and even the protective student status quickly reaches its limits.
Don't come to Baden-Württemberg though. Here, as a Non-EU/EEA Student, I have to pay an EXTRA €1500 fee every semester😔
That is still pretty cheap.
Peoples like you we call in Germany - undankbar
@@Peterderbrecher if only I were to give a name for the folks here who have mistreated me for the fact I'm a black foreigner😉 - from police officers and professors all the way to (medical) doctors.
If you think everything is a paradise here and that you should spend the rest of your life here, fair enough. That isn't for everyone though.
I studied in Goettingen in the 70s and loved it. I remember meeting an older student then who was in his 52nd semester, having studied just about every humanities major. I don't suppose that sort of thing is allowed any longer.
😃 from Germany - I have seen these freaks in my time, too, but they are completely rare. Students also want careers and money in these competitive times.
@@jcjxjddjjxd Yes, and I am 74😃
they do that still. :D
@@SenSe-oj5hb No.
That would be awesome. To be an old man still at university. All for free.
So the question is are classes conducted in English? Is it possible for someone without German language skills to pursue a PhD there?
No and please do not. Germany is not some kind of discount university country. Have some respect and learn the language.
@@asatrv Well, I do hear countries as Spain, the Netherlands, and Scandinavia countries can conduct in English for graduate studies, so wondered.
@@tcz1757 Yes it is possible in Germany as well. But why would you do it? I never understood the point of going to Spain, the Netherlands or any other country for that matter without being able to speak the language.
@@asatrv Well, the logic being of course it is better to know the language, German, for example. But since it would take great amount of time just for learning the language, if they offer higher education in English which is a global language and a a language I already know, maybe it is a possibility for someone who seeks a degree and of course try to learn the language and culture while being there, as a foreigner point of view.
@@tcz1757 I understand that logic. I just question the ethics of it. For Germany as an economy it is incredibly wasteful to invest in foreign nationals who are never going to pay taxes in Germany. More so if they are not interested in the culture and do not bother to learn the language. Assuming someone just uses the perks of German higher education being free without learning the language and bonding with German nationals, there would not even be any soft economic perks as in the possibility of multinational networking leading to business relations after return to the donees home country.
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Really? How is this possible? Would graduate school be covered for an international student from the USA? I don’t mind learning German.
I'm already studying here(Deutschland) and watching this 😁
Which course
Which course bro
Hello Mr. Vinod. I am going to join the same university but I need some details about the place Nd other things. Please drop me a text. Nanu thamil bro.
this report has the coolest accent ever
College fees - No
Living Expense - Yes
Rent - Yes Yes
Income Tax - Yes Yes Yes
There are no income taxes you have to pay as a student. Since as a fulltime student you are only allowed to have a side-job which would not get you a high enough salary so you would have to pay taxes on that.
Isn’t there a cash economy to avoid the taxes and restrictions?
My main question is about the salaries of a part time job as a student. Are they enough to pay room rent, transportation, food, etc.?
We have minimum wage regulations that also apply to students and part-time jobs. Public transportation (buses, regional trains) is included in the administrative semester fees, so it will be for free for students. Legal minimum wage for whatever you do is 12.50 €/hour this year, but you can get more, depending on the job. Food is very cheap if you decide to eat warm or cold meals at the student restaurant and otherwise use discounter supermarkets.
How much you pay for accommodation depends on many factors: large or smaller city, central or in the suburbs ...often students opt for suburbs or even the countryside, because transportation downtown is free.
As a guideline: government grants for students from poor household amount to approx. 800 €/month. This also covers books. So it depends a bit on what part-time job and how many hours. I am not very good at maths, but by my calculation this makes 200 €/week, divided by 12.50 €/hour, and amounts to 18 - 20 hours work / week to survive comfortably.
You are really not that good at math. You forgot to deduct taxes. Most foreign students don't earn enough from a part-time job to cover all expenses and need to receive money from home.
@@Cassandra.Oracle With part-time jobs it is a bit more complicated. Up to a certain limit they are tax-free, but then you also do not enjoy our free universal health-care system via taxes... need to take out an extra (very cheap) health insurance. It is a complicated system all in all, probably more so for foreign students - and I guess they want a bit of extra money to really enjoy their stay abroad😃
@@danihesslinger7968 Use a brutto/netto Rechner. 800 euros/month gross is 632 euros net. No matter how you crunch the numbers, it is not enough. Keep in mind that cities with very low rents usually have few jobs for foreign students and large cities with enough jobs have high rents.
Depends on the field
well it's not really free, it's paid by the taxpayer. just how the semi socialist society works. and some bundeslandes (states) started to charge international student like Stuttgart in BW state which actually make sense. Actually a really good deal, at 2016 it costed 600€ per semester, in exchange of seasonal transport ticket + lunch discout + student flat discount + german course.
It is not free at all, nothing is free in Germany, you have to pay even for listening to the radio. In the state of Baden-Württemberg where non European students are charged a tuition fee of around 1,700 euros per semester (some exemptions are Citizens from Kenia and Tanzania) plus living expenses. Resuming you will pay to receive public education, which is taught under an “industrial system” where some professors are more focus in publishing papers, their union or their tenure than in lecturing. You can get more or the same value for your money in a public or private university in your home country (people from “developing countries”). Though, of course it is also a life changing experience to go abroad, cope with different circumstances, experience a new culture and break some taboos about Germany.
Yeah ,but the teachers are very lackadaisical about leaving their class for the semester because of some pre-planned medical event that they forgot to tell their students but the students already paid the fees.
Then the university finds a replacement. I think the situation you are describing would be very rare -- if absolutely no replacement could be found at short notice (and teachers have to give sufficient notice unless it's an emergency anyway).
You okay? Krank ist krank.
Sure, I would love to study in Germany
If I had a chance to do it all over again, I would definitely study in Germany.
Really?Why?
If I knew then, what I know now, I wouldn't have studied in Germany.
@@Cassandra.Oracle why is that? just curious
Students, especially from the USA, need to remember that Unis expect you to organise yourself like the adults that you are. Your Prof will not guide you through your studies the way a Prof will in the US. You have to be selbständig on a level uncommon for people entering college/Uni in the USA.
Agree on that 100%. I just came back from studying in the US at Rice University in Houston (I am German) and I was SHOCKED on how much is taken care of you in US unis: free laundry rooms in the same building (we don‘t have that in Germany get your own stuff together), you get 3 times a day meals at your colleges cooked for you. We don‘t have that in Germany usually you cook your own stuff at home. There are canteens at uni but just for lunch and just during the weekdays.
Usuallyyou live in your own rented appartment you ofc have to organize your own furniture for etc. and don‘t live in dorm rooms.
Uni is JUST for the academics. Professors don‘t care about your personal well-being or if you pass his course or not. They give their lectures, you can ask academic questions after lecture and he is providing the exam and grading it. That‘s it. How you learn, if you succeed that your own problem.
@@IanBenecken Colleges make money through forcing you to spend at least a semester (sometimes more) in dorms and quite often funding for your studies is tied to paying for food in the food halls. So the 'full-ride' you get from the college might cost you so much in housing and food (and yes, they do check if your swiped your card in the food hall) that it cancels out the money you were so 'generously' given. The US is so so strange. Oh, and sharing a bedroom as an adult because your school makes you? Not okay.
Hoffe Du hattest Spaß und es hat Dich akademisch weitergebracht!
It might be free, you just have to endure the racism and bad treatment from people
Sorry you experienced that :(
Good video.
Hmm taking ASTA members as representatives of the general student is a bit odd. Usually, ASTA members are a little different breed. They are either very political animals (very left leaning) and/or searching for their path. In general not the most ambitious students, at least when it comes to getting a degree. Obviously, this is a generalization.
Time stamp 0:06...I m impressed
To clarify, university education in Germany is not free. The professors are not working for free. The buildings of the university need to be built and maintained and that is also not free. It may be free to the student because someone else is forced to pay for the student's education. By force in the form of taxes and if that person doesn't want to pay, they go to jail.
Na so wie immer, der steuerzahler zahlt mit seinem drecksjob alles und kann später dann als Rentner pfand sammeln
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You okay?
A lot of people complain about taxes but the pay off for a free education is worth it.
Hi, I’m 4th years university student and I didn’t finished my education because of my country current situation ,I just want to finish my education for building a better future. I’m from Myanmar (Burma)
Im sorry to know this.... 🙏🙏 do you need some suggestions?
What a naive comment section.
Excluding the semester contribution, is the fee actually zero for international students or just for local students?
For all EU/EEA Students it is actually Zero at all public unis. For non-EU/EEA students some unis especially in the state of Baden-Württemberg there is a fee.
I am maybe one of the rare few students who studied for separate undergraduate degrees at top schools in both Germany and the US.
There are significant drawbacks to studying in Germany for US citizens compared to study at home. The individual attention you get from teaching staff is next to zero because they do not have the ressources, in some subjects there are 50 students for each faculty member or more. Sporting life, social life, extracurricular life are not organized through the university, especially in big cities there is no such thing as school spirit. This is okay for German students because they can seek out such opportunities outside of university, but for foreigners this means there are multiple circles with high barriers they must pierce through to successfully integrate and, frankly, have a good time.
Laughably so (darf ich als Deutscher sagen), one such „high barrier“ is language. Germans tend to switch to a „intercultural diplomatic mission“ mode when they speak English, often meaning they create a distance between themselves and the foreigner.
Lastly, German life is simply less convenient. Germans will bike anywhere even if it takes 50 minutes, when they move house they ask their friends to help instead of hiring a moving company, there are 100 bakeries for each „foreign“ restaurant etc. If you are used to living in a big US city, you may feel that there is a dearth of choice in Germany.
I don’t want to sound too damning; it just so happens that my preferences are more towards the US style of life. But I think this perspective deserves mentioning for those considering to study in Germany.
It does deserve mentioning. I'm from the US and am currently doing a doctorate in a German university. My MA degrees are from the States. My bachelors is from Australia. German unis are a bit of a nightmare for those used to the American/Australian university system for all the reasons you mentioned.
I would disagree with you on some of the other issues outside university life in Germany (cycling, moving issues, and general quality of life) because I prefer this country to the US. But your perspective and experience studying here does need to be read because you are right. This video makes it look like studying in Germany is going to be an affordable and relatively straightforward option for international students. It's not.
Can you do a video on PhD programs in Germany?
"But its not really free" - Unbelievable how some people still complain they have to pay for Food or rent. The German tax payer substituting your Education as a foreigner, but you still act like a ungrateful Karen.
Not paying for food and rent is very mean spirited. Also German tax payers paying is not a bad thing
Here are some questions I would have liked the video to have answered. Would YOU, dear random viewer, care to give them a go?
A. What options there are for "mature"/adult student?
B. Distance learning? In English?
C. It is not uncommon to be able to take individual classes from one og America's accursed Universities even if one isn't pursuing a degree. This doesn't semm to be common elsewhere. How about Germany?
A) Same requirements for mature students. B) Only university offering distant learning is Fern Uni Hagen and it is in German. C) It is call being a Gasthörer and you need to contact the faculty directly for information.
@@Cassandra.Oracle Thanks for the info! You really are an oracle!
A. Age isn't usually a factor for the admissions process, but it can be a factor for some things (e.g. health insurance options).
B. There are some MOOCs, for example on Virtuelle Hochschule Bayern, including English language ones, but they are tasters rather than full degree programmes.
C. Gasthörers are frequently welcome to attend, but may need to enroll as such and of course they can only attend classes where there is capacity. Unlike regular students, Gasthörers may have to pay fees for attending classes. Also, universities tend to run free public lecture series on campus.
Hope this helps!
@@Uni.Passau While this topic is only of "academic" interest (pun), I appreciate the information!
@@Uni.Passau Can I take exams as Gasthorer in NRW?
This video is not correct. . . . the real experience of international students in Germany is very bad.
mine experience was also very bad as an international student in Karlsruhe
Can u please share your experience? I was planning to apply to only US universities as an international but my parents were asking me to consider German universities as well. How was it like studying there? Is it as good as many people describe?
@@solihaibragimova I came to Germany for a master's program which was in English. Soon after a few months I realized the professors and his tutors were not very interested in teaching and explaining, because doing all that in English language was not very easy. Even though some professors spoke English good. Later I learned that the only reason the institute was providing this master's program in English, because native germans were no longer interested in this master's program, when it was in German. Most of the study materials I got from the totors were just English translation of old German course. Now the germans were themselves not interested in this course because of lack of job or even internships opportunities. As a result most of my classmates or seniors who finished this course. They either returned back to their own countries or worked as PhD students with only 50% paid contract. I was good in programming so I changed my field after graduation and now working as a software developer.
@@pein0048 How did you made a transition ? How is job market for IT students in germany? can you elaborate ?
@@byteKLUB I was not from IT background therefore, I had to start from sales and marketing field. But after a few years I got myself internally changed from sales to coding department. It was neither easy nor common, here in Germany. As a general, until last year IT was in huge demand, but slowly it is getting saturated and competition is increasing too.
Even though Baden-Württemberg has tuition fees for foreigners it has the most excellence universities
Actually, studying in Germany is not free! Graduates pay high taxes on what they earn. So, the payment is delayed!
Ja hauen aber nachm studium ab und zahlen kaum steuern dann 😅
Erm... you are not paying for tuition.
To get the free university then leave to a place with more opportunities and possibly pay sounds like a win win
@@bvanderford And in that "place with more opportunities" you have to pay an insurance company for health insurance and put aside money for your retirement. And when you need health care you will find out that the insurance company is unwilling to pay for the treatment. It is very well known that in that "place with more opportunities" insurance companies have more opportunities to refuse to pay.
great!