When the topic of going abroad for higher education comes up, the names of the two countries that inevitably come up are the USA and Canada. But now many students are also preferring Europe. The number of Bangladeshi students in various European countries is increasing day by day. However, Germany is perhaps the most advanced among European countries in terms of student preference.
Renowned universities, world-class education system, history and tradition combine to make Germany a desirable destination for students not only in Bangladesh but worldwide.
Let’s learn more about higher education in Germany :
Why you choose higher education in Germany :
Free Education :
Of Germany’s 15 states, they have no tuition fees for higher education. The University will only charge you a semester fee once every six months of your studies and this fee is usually limited to 280 to 350 Euros. Since your semester card is covered by this refund, your university-issued semester card is sufficient for vehicle use in the state where you are studying. You don’t need to buy tickets separately for public transport.
Easy Application Process :
A Student can complete the entire application process with only the help of the internet without any third-party help.
Easy Visa Process :
Currently, the work of the German embassy in Bangladesh is a bit slow due to the covid-19 but generally the German visa process is easier and less time-consuming than any other country.
Benefits of scholarships :
Due to the absence of tuition fees in Germany, the scholarship rate is slightly lower than in other countries. However, DAAD scholarship can be applied for in the light of work experience of a certain period in a particular field of work. However, even if you don’t get a scholarship before coming to Germany, there are various temporary scholarships offered by the university and the state based on good results.
Benefits of part-time jobs :
In Germany, a student can work part-time while studying. In this way, it is possible to take responsibility for the family. As per rules, a student can work 120 full days or 240 half days in a year. These jobs include work in hotels, restaurants, bars. There are enough opportunities to work with professors in various projects of the university.
Employment and Permanent Residency ency after Graduation :
A “Job Searching Visa” of 18 months is granted after completing a degree in Germany. A Job searching visa is converted to a work visa if a student can find a job related to his subject of studies within this period. After two years of service, a student can apply for PR.
At which universities in Germany do you study for free?
In Germany, you can usually study for free at public universities. Germany has around 300 public universities and more than 1000 degree programs in total. So you have plenty of options :
Some of the largest pub university city include in below:
- University of cologne
- Ludwig maximilan’s University.
- RWTH Aachen University.
- University of Munster.
- Technical University of Munich.
- University of Wurzburg.
- University of Duisburg-essen.
What scholarships are available in Germany?
Germany has many scholarships for foreign students. The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) has an official scholarship database where you can search for relevant scholarship options.
In which languages are university courses conducted in Germany?
Most courses in Germany are taught in German. International students are required to prove their German language skills by taking an aptitude test such as TestDaF.
Requirements for apply :
The exact application requirements vary between German universities, but they typically ask for the following :
- Copies of official certificates to show your previous education qualifications.
- Transcript of your previous grades.
- A passport size photo and a copy of your current passport.
- Proof of language proficiency in German or English depending on the language of instructions of your course. Students will likely have to take a test such as Toefle, IELTS, TestDaF.
Combining high-quality education with a unique cultural experience, living in Germany is the main reason why young people from all over the world choose to study in Germany.
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Anamika Ghosh Shreya
Intern, Content writing department
YSSE