GERMANY

WHY GERMANY

Germany is the third most popular destination among international students in the world. More than twelve percent of students at German universities come from abroad – just like you. Germany is an attractive place to study and German university degrees are highly respected by employers worldwide.

Apart from Russia, Germany is the most populous country in mainland Europe. In fact, the land mass of Germany included parts of modern day Poland and Lithuania. The education system in Germany is quite unique right from the early days of schooling with schooling being optional till the age of 6 years. Even in the schooling after that point, there are different types of schooling that students can opt for depending on their individual preferences.

There are more than 330 institutions of higher education spread all over Germany, with no less than 117 universities, 159 "Fachhochschulen" (universities of applied science) and 56 colleges of music and fine arts. During the Winter semester 2003/04 almost 1.9 million students were registered, of whom 227,000 came from abroad and 359,000 were in their first-year.

As an international student with outstanding academic achievement, you have good chances of receiving a scholarship to finance your studies in Germany. The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) is one of the largest scholarship organizations in the world and offers countless scholarship programs. No matter what your country, subject or status, you’ll find a scholarship that matches your profile and needs in the DAAD Scholarship database.And not only does the database contain programs offered by the DAAD, but also many other organizations in Germany.

German is one of the ten most spoken languages in the world. Some 185 million people worldwide can speak German. You can still study in Germany even if you don’t know German, but having some knowledge of the language can make everyday life easier and help you make friends faster. Knowing a foreign language also looks great on a résumé! Nobody says that German is an easy language, but there are many ways to learn German – in a course, with a tandem partner or with German flat mates.

WHY GERMANY

• Internationally recognized qualifications and credit system which allows transfer of study and exam modules.
• There is a range of subjects that the students can choose to study from literature to music and also sports.
• Germany known for its industrial hub provides excellent job opportunities to one and all irrespective of their nationality.
• Students can opt out of a course or even a college and switch to another course of college.
• A high degree of importance is placed on research as opposed to theoretic study
• Use of common English language invites students from around the globe to seek education.
• Students can form groups to study and subsequently present their papers, although group diplomas are not awarded.
• Students are encouraged to apply for jobs, even when they are studying which makes them comfortable in the overall working conditions of the German work culture much before they take on their first true job.
• Since the education system lays particular importance on research and practical aspects, there is overall encouragement to innovate and apply for patents more than anywhere else in the world.

Costs in Germany:

• Some universities request approx. 500 Euros each semester from those students, who need three to four semesters longer then their fellow students to complete their programme.
• The cost of living in Germany is relatively high. EUR 1000 per month is a realistic.EUR 12000 per year
• Accommodation, food, leisure, utility bills, transport, etc. - sums up to approx, depending on where and how you choose to live. Living in the eastern part of Germany canbe a little cheaper.
• Enrollment fees are EUR1000 per year to an institute. The cost of tuition is EUR 700 approx. per year.

Documents requires for Student Visa

• Application
• A passport size photograph
• A copy of passport
• Birth Certificate
• Proof of English language proficiency
• Standardized Tests e.g. GMAT, GRE (If Necessary)
• Entrance Qualifications if applicable
• Work Experience Letter if applicable
• All mark sheets and degree attested by notary
• Telephonic Interview (If applicable)
• Proof of German Language Proficiency
• SOP
• Resume
• LORS
• Two reference From Employers (If Necessary)

Deadlines

• Winter Semester (October)---July 15th
• Summer Semester (April)---January 15th

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR VISA:

• Passport with at least 12 months validity
• 3 Passport Pictures
• Demand Draft for Visa Fee
• Two sets of application documents
• Application Form
• Declaration on True and Complete Information, signed and dated
• Cover Letter
• Letter of Admission from a German University
• University Certificates
• English language Proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS) score
• Confirmation of Scholarship
• Formal sponsorship letter from sponsor living in Germany
• Confirmation of a German blocked account
• A4 sized copy of your passport
• If applicable: Proof of previously acquired German knowledge