You need not know German if you intend on enrolling in an international degree programme which would be taught in English. However, it is recommended that you learn German language at the earliest as it will help improve social acceptability and will be an added advantage in getting part time jobs while studying and full time jobs on completing the course.

Yes, There’s plenty of International Degree Courses taught in English

There are around 400 institutions of higher education in Germany comprising of a combination of state funded and private universities as well as private colleges. One fifth of these are private institutions and many of them offer unique programs which are not taught even at a state-funded university.

There are mainly three types of higher education institutions in Germany:

      1.Technical Universities or Technische Universität - TU

      2.Universities of Applied Sciences or Fachhochschule

      3.Colleges of Art, Film and Music

Non-EU/EEA students are able to work in Germany alongside their studies, for 120 full days or 240 half days per year.

Following details are just average amounts. This can go high or low depending on the city you live in and how you manage

• Room rent – 300 euros/month
• Insurance – 110 euros
• Radio/ tv contribution – 20 euros
• Internet/ other costs – 15 euros
• Food – 150 euros
• Clothing – 60 euros

The Technical Universities (Technische Universität, TU) mainly impart theoretical knowledge. The courses are very academically inclined with varied subject groups. At a university, you can also pursue a doctorate (doctoral degree) which is not possible in a University of Applied Sciences.

Universities of Applied Sciences (Fachhochschule) offer practice-oriented academic courses. The focus is more on professional application rather than theory and the training is adapted to the requirements of professional life. As at universities, the first degree is the bachelor's and the second is the master's. The range of subjects comprise fields such as technology, economics, social work or medicine. During the practical phases, which form part of the course and may last for one or more semesters, the focus is on work placements and project phases at companies in Germany and abroad.

On completion of their studies, students from non-EU countries who wish to stay back and take up full time gainful employment may extend their residence permit for up to 18 months to find work relating to their area of study.

No, there are no limitations set on age.

For Technical Education

Academics : 13 years of education i.e. 12th + 1 year of study; Aggregate Marks: 70% and above in 12th grade

IELTS : 6.0 with no band less than 5.5

German : For English taught programs knowledge of German language is not compulsory For German taught programs, German language of B2/C1 level is required

For Non-Technical Education

Academics : 12th with 60% and above aggregate

IELTS : 6.0 with no band less than 5.5

German : For English taught programs knowledge of German language is not compulsory For German taught program, German language of B2/C1 level is required

The following examinations and certificates are all commonly accepted by German authorities and institutions.

• Goethe-Institut
• Telc Deutsch
• TestDaF (Test Deutsch als Fremdsprache)
• DSH (Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang)

As a general rule, all higher education institutions in Germany provide Internet access and set up email accounts for their students. In addition to that, they have libraries and archives that are very well stocked and that supply many of the titles that are mandatory reading for students so they don’t have to buy a lot of the reading material for their study courses.

If you have a residence permit in Germany and if the duration of your stay is expected to be longer than one year, than family reunification is possible.

Spouses/Husbands accompanying foreign students may, under certain conditions, be permitted to work. If you are planning on having your husband or wife accompany you during your studies in Germany and hope they’ll be allowed to work, they must fully disclose their intention to work when applying for the visa.

No, if the exclusive language of instruction will be English you don’t need to know the German language; however, a little knowledge of German will take you a long way in your everyday life as a student.

As a general rule, you only send certified documents; certain additional documents, however, such as proof of internship, etc. are exempt from that rule.

It is fairly easy; although you don’t need a car to get around in Germany – owing to its outstanding public transportation network – driving on German autobahns is sheer pleasure. On the other hand, the ICE high-speed trains, Deutsche Bahn AG, the suburban S-Bahn network, tram and subway lines cover together the entire territory of Germany.

Domestic flights between all major cities are also available and are increasingly being used. Bus and taxi services are also readily available. For those who enjoy cycling, special cycling lanes and suitable places for parking are widespread.