Eight Steps to Germany

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Germany is one of the most attractive locations for EU and international students worldwide. There are many different kinds of universities, all of which offer excellent quality. We help you to navigate your way through the university landscape in eight short steps.

Step 1

The Right University

Anyone looking to study in Germany is spoilt for choice. There are many different types of universities, all of which provide outstanding quality.

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Step 2

The Right Degree Programme

Whether Bachelor's or Master's, state exam or PhD – there is a wide range of degree courses and short courses on offer at German universities. All your options at a glance.

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Step 3

The Requirements

Anyone who wants to study at a university in Germany needs a so-called "Hochschulzugangsberechtigung" (HZB) or higher education entrance qualification.

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Step 4

Learning German

Learning German is worthwhile. Find out where and how you can improve your German.

Step 5

Costs of Education and Living

Compared to other EU states, living costs in Germany are relatively modest. Nevertheless, to ensure a successful stay in Germany, it is of utmost importance that funding is secured for the entire study period in Germany. Study and living costs at a glance.

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Step 6

Applying

Anyone looking to study at a German university needs to fulfill certain admissions criteria.

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Step 7

Visas

International students often need a visa to travel to Germany. This depends on the country of origin and how long you want to stay.

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Step 8

Renting a Room

Unlike in many other countries, freshers at German universities are not automatically allocated student accommodation on enrolment. So it is important to start searching for accomodation early on.

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Eight Steps to Germany

The Right University

The Right Degree Programme

The Requirements

Learning German

Costs of Education and Living

Applying

Visas

Renting a Room

Help and Advice

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Eight Steps to Germany

The Right University

The Right Degree Programme

The Requirements

Learning German

Costs of Education and Living

Applying

Visas

Renting a Room

Help and Advice

Additional information

Regional Office New Delhi

- Information Point Bangalore

- Information Point Chennai

- Information Point Mumbai

- Information Point Pune

Book an online appointment

DAAD News Updates

Subscribe now!

Beware of Misleading Agencies!

Advertisements by German Universities

LL.M. International Finance Program at ILF

International Master’s Programs at Hof University Graduate School

Freie Universität Berlin International Summer and Winter University: German language and English subject classes / on-site and online

Technology Management at the NIT + Engineering or Natural Sciences at the TUHH

International Master in Project Management & Data Science (MPMD)

Light Up Your Future! Study Optics & Photonics!

Study preparation at the European University Viadrina Frankfurt (Oder)!

Truly international – Study at ESB Business School!

Get future-ready: Master’s in Water Management or Sustainable Textiles

MBA and Engineering in Life Science Management Programme

Unfold your Ambition at WHU, Germany’s top-ranked business school

International Graduate Center (IGC): Inspired by Diversity

Indian Students in Germany

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