Study destination
Study in Germany
Many public universities in Germany charge little or no tuition. You still need money for living costs, a blocked account and carefully prepared documents.
Student visa
National visa for study purposes
Bachelor tuition / year
Free at most public universities (semester fee approx. USD 150-400)
Masters tuition / year
Free at most public universities, some private programs USD 5,000-20,000
PhD tuition / year
No tuition; doctoral researchers often salaried
Main intakes
October (winter) and April (summer)
Universities profiled
6
Working while you study
While studying
Up to 140 full days or 280 half days per year
After graduation
18-month residence permit to find a job related to your degree
Universities to consider in Germany
| University | City | Official website |
|---|---|---|
| Technical University of Munich | Munich | www.tum.de |
| Heidelberg University | Heidelberg | www.uni-heidelberg.de |
| RWTH Aachen University | Aachen | www.rwth-aachen.de |
| LMU Munich | Munich | www.lmu.de |
| Humboldt University of Berlin | Berlin | www.hu-berlin.de |
| Technical University of Berlin | Berlin | www.tu-berlin.de |
Student life
- Low or no tuition at many public universities
- Strong demand for graduates in engineering, IT and healthcare
- Basic German greatly improves part-time job options
Admission and visa requirements
- University admission letter, often via uni-assist
- Blocked account with approx. EUR 11,904 per year
- Academic transcripts with certified translations
- APS certificate for Bangladeshi applicants
- Health insurance valid in Germany
- English or German language proof depending on program
Tuition figures are estimates in USD. The actual fee depends on the university and course. Visa and work rules can change, so check the current rules before applying.
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