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Study in Germany

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Studying in Germany is a great experience. To make sure that you have one as well, this page gives you an overview of everything you need to know, depending on your study plans.

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First Steps

Getting Started

Before you study in Germany, make sure to familiarize yourself with Germany’s higher education system. This will help you find a study program and university and make an informed choice.

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Full Degree

Degree-Seeking

Requirements for study programs in Germany vary depending on your educational background and what your study plans are. Check out the categories below for more information.

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Study Abroad

Non-Degree-Seeking

This is where you can find everything you need to know in order to plan a semester or year abroad or if you are planning an internship in Germany.

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Study Cost

Finance Your Studies

While tuition is largely free at public universities in Germany, you still need to cover your cost of living. Find information on how much to budget, university fees, and scholarship opportunities below.

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Truly international – Study at ESB Business School!

Do you want to study in the heart of Germany, Europe’s strongest and most dynamic economy? Come to ESB Business School at Reutlingen University!

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Study in Berlin - MBA & International Master’s Programmes

Study management in English. Improve your leadership skills. Gain digital know-how. Become part of an international student body. Benefit from many corporate activities, valuable career consultation a...

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DFG Research Training Group “Aesthetic Practice”, Hildesheim

At the University of Hildesheim, 10 doctoral positions are to be filled in the DFG Research Training Group 2477 “Aesthetic Practice”, Faculty of Cultural Studies & Aesthetic Communication

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M.A. International Security Management in Berlin/Germany

An interdisciplinary course in security-related disciplines such as Legal, Social and Political Sciences, Economics and Crisis, Risk and Catastrophe Management

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