Study in Germany for international students is alluring for so many reasons. One of the first things that comes to the minds of students when they hear the words study in Germany is the Oktoberfest. But apart from that, Germany also has a lot to offer, especially considering the fact that there are almost no tuition fees in the public universities there. Therefore, study abroad in Germany is made extremely affordable. However, before you set out, here is a basic information admissions cycle for students wishing to study in Germany.
Traditionally there are two Intakes for German academic years- spring intake and winter intake. The spring intake or the summer intake starts from March while the winter intake tarts from the last week of September. The deadline for applications for the March intake is usually by 15th January and the deadline for the winter intake is usually by 15th July.
Once you decide on the intake, the next step would be choosing a University. German Universities are known for their education and research output all over the world. 45 of the Universities in Germany feature in Top Ranked Universities in the world. You need to choose and shortlist the ones that suits best to your academic and financial needs. Here is the List of Universities in Germany that are ranked top 5 in the country.
You can also find out Top Courses to Study in Germany while considering where to apply.
Students can directly apply to the University website or there is a centralised website to apply for the Universities in Germany, it is a website of German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), the German exchange studies organisation. Keep in mind that not all the Universities use that. You can apply to a number of Universities to increase chances of your admission. Normally, you should apply six weeks before the start of the program to give yourself enough time for processing and re-submissions. You will receive your letter of acceptance after the assessment of the application.
You should also check whether the certification, diploma, degree or qualification that you have is sufficient for your study in Germany because sometimes their requirements are different. Should you find yourself falling short of some requirements, you can always apply for Hochschulzugangsberechtigung meaning higher studies in Germany certification. Usually high school diplomas are enough, and in case you have questions, you can always check the exchange service database. Germans also require a language proficiency test. Commonly, for tests in India, the level of German language required for admission into the public universities and free tuition is B1. However, there are some centralised tests such as TestDAF or DSH, the English translation equivalent of the abbreviation being “German university qualification language test”.
To complete your study in Germany, certain set of documents are to be in order, both for your Germany Student visa requirements as well as for university to be satisfied that you can bear the cost of education.
Finances:
First and foremost is the finance. You need about a 1000 USD for living expenses per month. Even though tuition fees are almost non-existent, living costs can soar, which is why you need the amount. Therefore, ensure that your finances are in order before your German Student visa interview or document submissions.
Other documents required for German Visa are:
Health Insurance:
This is not really required for submission. However, this is more of a legal compliance. Ensure that you have a health insurance before your reach Germany.
Ensure that all your documents are certified by the awarding schools to avoid confusions and back-and-forth mails for clarifications. This will increase your chances of being accepted. If you’re paying online, ensure you attach a slip of the payment receipt and transaction status with the application documents for reference. These are the major documents required for your study in Germany. Apart from this, universities may have specific requirements, which is best done by preparing a checklist.
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