Country guide
Studying in Germany
A short overview of IELTS scores, costs, the student visa and work rules for Germany.
This is general information, not advice. Requirements, fees and visa rules change, so always check the official website and the university’s own course page before you apply.
- Typical IELTS requirement
- English-taught programmes often ask for 6.0–6.5 overall.
- Tuition (rough guide)
- Most public universities charge little or no tuition (a semester fee applies); some states charge non-EU students.
- Student visa
- National visa for study: admission letter, proof of funds (usually a blocked account) and health insurance.
- Working while you study
- Students can work a limited number of days a year.
- After you graduate
- Graduates can apply for a residence permit to look for work related to their degree.
Universities in Germany
Technical University of Munich
A technical university known for engineering, natural sciences and technology, with many English-taught master’s programmes.
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