Study in Germany

Germany

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Population 83240000

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Germany

Overview

Germany : Berlin

In the heart of Western Europe, Germany – the Federal Republic of Germany - is situated. It has long borders with Poland, Czech, Austria, Denmark, France, Switzerland, Luxembourg, Belgium, Netherlands, the North Sea, and the Baltic Sea. On the North, European Plain in addition to the gate of the Baltic Sea, Germany’s location is a strategic position.

Hills of forests are in the central and southern parts of Germany, the Danube, Main and Rhine rivers valleys flow through mountains. In the north, to a spacious plain, stretching to the North Sea, the green carpet flattens out.
It has a population of 82 million people residing on an area of 357,386 kilo square meter which is the seventh largest country in Europe.

Germany is a federal Republic having 16 provinces whose constitutions, government and legislatures are of their own which give them the authority to issue laws concerning all cases except of the Federal Government’s exclusive rights like defense, foreign affairs and finance; but culture, education, local law enforcement, and environmental protection are related to provinces.
The unity of Germany is celebrated on 3, October each year, when German Democratic Republic had become part of Germany’s Federal Republic.

Study in Germany

Some popular Universities

Heidelberg University: Established in 1386, it is the most ancient university in Germany.
Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin: It is university hospitals, and the biggest one, the roots of which traced back to1710.
Technical University of Munich: Dedicated to technology and science, it is the only university all over Germany.
LMU Munich: I n 1472, the university was built.
University of Tübingen: It is popular for humanities, natural sciences and theology.

Requirements

Bachelor Degree

First of all students select the program that they are going to study.
Visit the university website. Every university’s website has a specific corner where application requirements are detailed widely.
Be aware not to make mistakes, for each minor mistake can lead to a failed application.
To avoid mistakes students have to read about requirements slowly and precisely. Anything not clear, just call the university‘s administration.
The requirements are not the same for each university has its own requirements.

Normally, students need to submit the following documents:

A completed application form.

High school diploma.

Relevant academic certificates.

Translation of grades and CV.

A copy of valid passport.

Language proficiency either in English or German in accordance with subject’s medium.

Financial Means

If you are in need of a student visa to study in Germany, then you should make it clear that your financial means, as a student, is enough.
850 – 10,250 Euro a year is the amount of money to cover a student’s expenses while he is in Germany.

Postgraduate Requirements – Master Degree

A suitable bachelor degree is required to continue a master degree in Germany’s universities, and a student doesn’t have to be awarded.

Ph.D. Degree

Doctoral studies in Germany necessitate students to produce their master degree approved upon by taking at least eight semesters of master studies. Master’s degree is a certificate of higher education –second level- which is the key condition that is required to enroll in doctoral studies.

English Language Courses

The following English courses are some of the programmes that can be found in various academies in Germany to train international students different types of English courses depending on their levels:

English Intensive courses: General type
Intensive 20 + Module course 10
Super Intensive Course 40
Standard English + English Individual Lessons Duration
Main Course Standard English

German Courses

For students who desire to study using German as the main medium of study, their studying experience is determined by German language in Germany, so students in various universities should engage in discussions freely to make sure that they are able to express their opinions and understand their programmes. So students are in need to absorb an outstanding level of German language. To conclude this, six levels are covered in the courses of German language.

Living in Germany

Environment and Weather (Climate)

Germany has concluded all its affairs of national environmental matters and international environmental commitments. Economic growth which decoupled during 1990s from emissions to air (gasses, particles....), make use of resources – water and energy – water pollution was incredible.
The weather is nice: Neither hot nor cold. In summer temperature degrees are normal or below, and in winter Temperatures are normally cold. So summer is warm and winter is mildly cold.

Culture

The culture is impressive in its uniqueness because people, language and customs are the constituents of Germany’s culture. All these aspects in collaboration with each other have had a great impact in Europe history. Germany is the country of thoughts, science and poetry.

Germany’ rich history was an important pillar of the Holy Roman Empire, and later to be the best economy worldwide. These days Germany hosts 83 million of Germans, different nationalities and some minorities all of whom admire each other in living peacefully together, which create a country of values, traditions that are respectful and stable.

Accommodation

Two types of accommodations are available in Germany for International Students: For instance, union halls are more economic and less expensive; on the contrary, private ones are more expensive. According to a study conducted, it shows that 60% of international students are accommodated in private flats as they frequently leave their accommodation as quickly as possible when they finish their studying or even before.

International students need, in general, each year from 15,000 – 20,000 dollar taking into consideration life styles, arrangements and personal options. These are expenses other than university costs.

Visa to Germany

Student Visa

Documents Needed

Application form

Valid passport

Two photographs

Letter received from the respected university in Germany

Academic record

German language proficiency if the program’s language is in German

A proof of sufficient fund

A proof of having health insurance

Authenticity of documents offered

A proof of good conduct and clear criminal record

Health Insurance

International Students have to register in the healthcare system while studying in Germany. If a student is a resident of one of the EU / EEA members states, he / she will be able to use his/her health insurance from his/her mother home. Otherwise, he/she will have to get a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC).