Study in Germany
All you need to know about studying in Germany.
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Advantages
Why study in Germany
NO TUITION FEES
Many public universities extend the tuition-free policy to international students. That means students from Malaysia are eligible too! Public universities in the state of Baden-Württemberg requires non-EU international students to pay €1,500 tuition fee per semester. That’s a total of €3,000 per year.
POPULAR STUDY DESTINATION
According to a survey done by Study.EU, Germany is the most attractive country for international students. International students make up more than 12% of all students in Germany, and in some popular universities, the number can be as high as 20%.
400 HIGHER EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS
There are over 100 universities and technical universities, 220 universities of applied sciences, 60 art, film or music colleges and various other professional certification institutions.
19,000 COURSES
There are a total of 19,000 courses to choose from. Popular courses include engineering, natural sciences, mathematics, business, finance, medical studies, language, and cultural studies.
PRACTICAL-CENTRIC EDUCATION
German education prepares the student for their career. In addition to lectures and coursework, students have to complete their industrial internship at companies.
AFFORDABLE LIVING COST
Germany offers students a high standard of living at a relatively lower cost compared to other popular study destinations. It’s recommended for students to set aside €853 per month for expenses. This includes food, rent, insurance, transportation, and all necessary essentials.
WORK PART-TIME
Non-EU students are allowed to work part-time up to 120 days or 240 half-days yearly. This helps to cover some of their living expenses while studying in Germany.
WORK IN GERMANY
International students who graduate from a German university enjoy great job opportunities. Graduates can apply for an 18-months job seeking visa and this allows them to stay on in Germany. In addition, many German companies are international and some, Deutsche Bank, Infineon, B Braun, Deutsche Post, Allianz, and Bayer to name a few, even have offices in Malaysia.
HEART OF EUROPE
Germany is surrounded by 9 countries – Denmark, Czech Republic, Austria, Poland, Switzerland, Luxembourg, France, Belgium, and the Netherlands. It is easy to travel to those countries via bus, train or low-cost airlines.
RESEARCH AND EDUCATION FUNDS
Universities receive ample funding from both the government and the private sector. Students will have the opportunity to assist researchers and be at the front of cutting-edge technologies.
SAFE COUNTRY
Germany ranks 22 in the 2019 Global Peace Index.
TOP CLASS UNIVERSITY DEGREES
Based on a survey made by the research group Statista, Made in Germany is the most trusted brand worldwide and is often associated with high quality and standards.
Investment
Estimated monthly living expenses
Rent and utilities
€400Food and drink
€170Semester contribution/transportation
€30Clothing
€50Medical insurance
€130Recreation, sports and culture
€50
Courses
What can you study in Germany
Discover courses you are interested to study here.
Requirements
Requirements to study in Germany
Academic
Students will have to complete their pre-university studies before they can apply to study in Germany. The following pre-u qualifications are recognised:
- STPM
- A-level
- International Baccalaureate
- Australian Matriculation
The following pre-university qualifications are not recognised for direct application to German universities:
- Diploma
- Foundation
- Matriculation
- Unified Examination Certificate (UEC)
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Language
Courses in Germany are conducted in German or English. Most courses at the Bachelor’s degree are conducted in German while postgraduate courses such as Master’s degree or PhD are widely available in English.
For courses taught in German, students will typically need to have level C1 proficiency of the German language.
For courses taught in English, students will need to pass either the IELTS or Toefl exam.
Where to learn the German language in Malaysia?
Here’s a list of institutions offering German language classes in Malaysia.
General Information
Structure of study programmes
Here are the typical duration of studies:
- Bachelor’s degree: 6-7 semesters
- Master’s degree: 3-4 semesters
Academic calendar
There are 2 semesters in each academic year:
- Winter semester (1 October to 31 March)
- Summer semester (1 April to 30 September)
Recognition of University Degrees
Please check if your German degree is recognised in your home country. You may also check with the professional board, e.g. Board of Architects, Board of Engineers and the Board of Nursing.
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