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Systems Engineering (M.Sc.) - Batch of 2027
4.4
Independent learning and growth.
Tips: While everyone in university speaks English, learning German is a must for day-to-day tasks, like shopping, going to restaurants, etc. Not knowing German will get you by, but it becomes very different to completely convey your thoughts. Public transport is amazing here, and will be sufficient for most parts. Most students get subsided D-ticket that is valid throughout Germany. Unlike popular belief, native Germans, at least in Saarland, are very friendly and helpful. The university has everything that a student would need in terms of academics as well as co curricular.
Likes (Quality of faculty): While the professors expect students to be more independent in learning, true for all German Universities, any doubts are answered with clarity. Further its very easy to approach the professor regarding academics or otherwise. Most of my professors are German, but can speak fluently in English.
Dislikes (Part time work): In recent years employers demand German B1 or higher even for basic jobs. I haven't gotten part-time yet so I cannot comment more. The university provides on campus jobs/hiwis which one can get by talking to the concerned professor. Hiwis are particularly student jobs, so they are pretty manageable with studies.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 800
Prepping time for classes12 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026Read more
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Systems Engineering (M.Sc.) - Batch of 2028
4.1
Learn German at any cost before joining.
Tips: Be prepared for self study as Germans don't spoon feed you at all. Independent studies, manageining paper work, everything you have to do by yourself. Learning basic German early really helps you to get settled smoothly, for part-time jobs and making good friends.
Likes (Public transportation): Beacuse its simple, cheap, convenient, offers reliability and easy connectivity. It's mostly punctual and makes the daily commute very easy. Tramps work the entire night and multiple options are available, including wide RE options are available which connect you to the rest of Germany.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): Germany offers good post study opportunities and visa support but finding a job depends on your German language skills, a lot and networking, competition, and understanding of the job market. With internships and networking it does improve a lot.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 750
Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 55000
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026Read more
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Systems Engineering (M.Sc.) - Batch of 2028
3.7
Look out for accommodation quickly.
Tips: Making friends is not easy, and loneliness abroad is real. Dont miss the classes, go for all the networking events and start looking for accommodation as soon as possible. You can apply for Hiwi jobs from home itself. At least complete B1 for a smooth life.
Likes (Public transportation): Because it's too convenient. You have one Deutschland ticket and you can access all the trams, REs and buses on that ticket. It comes with a monthly subscription and students get a discount for that ticket too. So it's pretty convenient. But you can't travel in ICE with a Deutschland ticket.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): As german language somewhat matters a lot, you need to know which companies to target; your CV cover letter varies company to company. Also, good networking is required sometimes to land your dream job. Plenty of options are available, but how to target them depends on you.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 700
Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 55125
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026Read more
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Master of Science in Materials Chemistry - Batch of 2026
5.0
Many international events and get-togethers.
Tips: First, make sure you have good German speaking skills at least A2- B2 level. Make sure you get affordable houses. Also, it's optional to study French since the state is near France. The German in Saarland is a bit different to High German (hoch Deutsch). The best experience you can have here.
Likes (Part time work): There are a lot of international students and the support provided by the university is also really good. There are events and a lot of meet and greet and also an international council.
Dislikes (Student Life): The university has a great atmosphere. The student and faculty are very nice. Also most of the facilities are available in the university for example gym, library and the rest of the sports ground. They provide many IT related courses. It's well known for the Cyber Security course.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 600
Prepping time for classes8 hours/Week
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Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025Read more
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Master of Science in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence - Batch of 2026
2.8
Limited part-time opportunities.
Tips: The coursework syllabus includes some in German and others in English. The university is mostly theory-heavy and research-oriented. There would be a lot of the latest theoretical concepts that would be a little math heavy. If you are looking for industry oriented experience, this is not the college for you.
Likes (Public transportation): The Deutschland ticket makes it easy to travel anywhere and since it's included in the sem fee, you can travel anywhere in Germany. You are going to pay for this ticket in the semester fee, which allows you to take all buses and local trains in Germany. This is true for most universities in Germany.
Dislikes (Part time work): Availability of part time is limited but still abundant depending on language requirements. Here there are a lot of jobs depending on what you are looking for. You can find technical jobs within the campus and there are several other jobs within the main city.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 600
Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week
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Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (M.Sc.) - Batch of 2027
4.1
New opportunities, hard work and determination is a must.
Tips: Students should know which course they want to study before joining the university. The courses are tough, and it’s better to be fully motivated before you start studying. I am partially satisfied with my university and my time in Germany. However, there is still hope for new students who are thinking of joining. The German language is also critical. It will be difficult to get a job without it.
Likes (Student Life): Student life is really great at Saarland University. The lectures are mostly in the afternoon, and we can arrange our own schedules to give us free time. There are also many free events organised for international students every week, so there’s always something for us to do in the evenings or on the weekends.
Dislikes (Value for money): There is no tuition fee as it is a German public university, but the program is more theoretical and research-based. It is a 95% research-based course, so I believe corporate-level practical skill sets cannot be gained just through the program. It's the best university if you want to pursue a Ph.D. afterwards.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 650
Prepping time for classes6 hours/Week
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Reviewed on 5 Jun 2025Read more
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Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (M.Sc.) - Batch of 2027
5.0
Amazing experience with lots of opportunities.
Tips: The course requires your attention; you can't just study one night before the exam to pass. You need to study regularly and attend the lectures and tutorials in order to pass the exam. It can be tough at times; some of the subjects are really challenging and might require more in-depth research and knowledge of the topic. The faculty is super helpful, especially for international students. Try to often engage and interact during classes. The best university in Europe for CS programs. Internships are available, but since Saarbrücken is a small city, most roles require German language fluency.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 875
Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 70375
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2025Read more
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Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (M.Sc.) - Batch of 2026
3.6
There are a lot of opportunities and work is very flexible.
Tips: It is really important to attend the lectures. I have received one scholarship. The course and staff are really good, the teaching is also really good, the country is a bit hard to navigate, adapt to, and understand, but it’s really good once you start learning the language. Feel free to reach out to the professors if you have any doubts or uncertainties. Also, try to participate and engage as much as you can.
Likes (Value for money): The value of the education is high because I am paying only 300 euros per semester, which is very affordable compared to other countries like the US, the UK, and Canada. I don't have a lot of financial stress, so I can just focus on my studies. The cost of living is also very low here. I think the value for the price is worth it.
Dislikes (Part time work): There are a lot of opportunities. Work is very flexible so we can work and study at the same time and it will not affect our grades. The average payout is 15 euros per hour but it totally depends on where you are working and how much experience you have in that work.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 825
Prepping time for classes36 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 61000
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2025Read more
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Computer Science (M.Sc.) - Batch of 2026
4.5
The university is research-oriented and provides us with lots of potential resources.
Tips: It is really research-oriented, so you can attend most of your classes without ever having to code in them. However, some of the subjects are really challenging and might require a more in-depth knowledge of the topic. For instance, if you took a cryptography course at your previous university, you may find that it is usually harder at Saarland University.
Likes (Value for money): The university is really good and a super value for money. The money you pay goes towards the public transport, which is valid throughout the rest of Germany, so I believe it is really worth it. Also, some of the money also goes towards the student club, which helps organise events and conduct voluntary events.
Dislikes (Internships): Internships are available, but since it's a small city, most roles require German language fluency. This limits opportunities for international students, but with enough experience, you can find something. But it might be harder to find specific jobs, and you need to be more open to other possibilities.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1200
Prepping time for classes42 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2025Read more
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Computer Science (M.Sc.) - Batch of 2026
4.4
The course is very much theoretical. It is good for research purpose.
Tips: There are a lot of cultural changes here. I had to do everything myself from the paperwork to making appointments. I had to cook my own food which wasn't at all like what I was used to back home. There are a lot of things that are different and I think it's really helpful if you can get a good understanding of German before you come. If you study the language before you get here you'll have a good advantage when you start looking for a job.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 900
Prepping time for classes18 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 72875
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2025Read more
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MSc in Electronics Engineering - Batch of 2026
Offered by University of Siegen
4.1
University of Siegen Review
Tips: If you're heading to the University of Siegen for this track, you need to know exactly what you're signing up for. The curriculum leans incredibly hard into theoretical physics. You are going to learn intense topics like electromagnetic field theory, lightwave technology, and semiconductor physics. While they do throw in some analog, digital, and semiconductor design courses with practical assignments, the bulk of your sanity will be spent on heavy, abstract theory before you finish up with your Master’s project and thesis. You do get to pick five electives to tailor things a bit, but don't expect a hands-on, industry-style coding boot camp—this is old-school German academic rigor. The exam system here is a massive culture shock if you're coming from the Indian education system. Everything is strictly offline, usually a tight two-hour grind for 100 marks. If you're used to writing long, fluff-filled abstract answers to claw back partial credit, forget it. The professors here want short, mathematically perfect answers. To make it worse, the passing bar is brutal—usually around 50% to 60%, which is way higher than what we are used to back home. On the financial side, Siegen is actually a blessing. It’s way cheaper than living in a mega-city like Munich or Frankfurt. You can easily survive on around 600 Euros a month if you aren't splurging, especially since rent for a student spot runs pretty low, around 250 to 300 Euros. The catch is the local job market. Because Siegen is a smaller hill town, finding a typical part-time retail or warehouse gig can be tough. Your best bet is to hustle right on campus. Don't be shy—email or directly approach professors to ask for HiWi (student research assistant) positions. They constantly need help with administrative or lab tasks, and it's by far the best way to earn money while keeping your focus on your studies.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 700
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026Read more
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M.Sc. International Master's Programme in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology - Batch of 2026
Offered by University of Siegen
4.2
University of Siegen (DE)
Tips: If you're eyeing Siegen, the first thing you need to accept is that you cannot hide from the German language forever. Even if your master's program is entirely in English, navigating daily life, dealing with local landlords, and landing a decent job afterward requires you to actively pick up the local tongue. Academically, the technical depth here is intense; the courses don't just skim the surface, so you need a genuine appetite for heavy theory and independent research. The biggest financial perk is that there are absolutely zero tuition fees. Instead, you just pay a basic semester contribution (Semesterbeitrag), which is a bare-minimum fee that actually covers your administrative costs and hooks you up with a semester transit ticket for the entire state. Finally, if your goal is to bridge the gap between R&D and industry, Siegen is actually a solid launchpad. The university has tight connections with local medium-sized engineering and manufacturing firms across the NRW region, meaning there's a steady stream of thesis projects and research assistant roles if you’re willing to network.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): It depends on your course. In my case (Master's in Nanotechnology), there were not many companies willing to sponsor the visa, but still there are chances. Usually you can expect around 50k-55k euros after finishing your master's, but the important factor is language skills (German) can often get you a higher salary.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 900
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 50000
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026Read more
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MS in Computer Science - Batch of 2028
Offered by University of Siegen
4.4
Good university with good research
Tips: Look, the biggest trap at Siegen—especially if you're doing a tough tech degree like Computer Science, AI, or Engineering—is letting your part-time job completely hijack your schedule. A lot of international students arrive, freak out about bills, and immediately start grinding long hours at random warehouse or delivery gigs. But the German academic system will absolutely destroy you if you try to wing it. If you start skipping lectures or skipping out on the weekly problem sets (Übungsblätter), you are going to get completely obliterated when exam phase rolls around. The courses here are heavily theoretical and require serious independent prep. You need to treat your studies like a full-time job and keep the side hustle strictly on the side. Make use of the Fachschaft (student student council) for old exam scripts, and actually show up to the tutorials to ask questions when you get stuck. Siegen is a quiet, hilly student town, so there aren't massive distractions anyway. Use that to your advantage, manage your hours strictly from day one, and prioritize passing your modules over making a few extra euros. Failing an exam and having to retake a whole semester costs way more in the long run.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 725
Prepping time for classes22 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026Read more
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Master of Science in Electrical / Electronic Engineering - Batch of 2026
Offered by University of Siegen
4.4
One of the underrated universities
Tips: The number one thing you need to understand before coming to Siegen is that everything relies on your own hustle. The German system is huge on self-study, so if you're expecting professors to chase you down or hand you passing grades, you’re in for a shock. You have to be proactive, study hard on your own, and actually make an effort to connect with professors if you want to land research opportunities or hear about working student jobs. Getting a Werkstudent role or a research assistant position completely depends on you reaching out and showing you're capable. Money-wise, the uni has this awesome scholarship deal where you can basically get half your semester fees back. Honestly, it's a total lifesaver for making your cash stretch. As for the actual classes, I'm really glad I chose this course—the structure is solid. Siegen itself is a pretty quiet, hilly student town, so it's a bit of a trek to get around, but if you're independent and don't mind putting in the work, you'll honestly love it here.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 900
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 50000
Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026Read more
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Master of Education (Lehramt an Berufkollegs) in Mechanical Engineering - Batch of 2026
Offered by University of Siegen
4.5
Excellent university for Internation student who already knows German language.
Tips: Learn German at least B1-B2. Because it's a small German city and usually very few people speak English. No part-time jobs if you don't know German. University is free of cost. Needs to pay around 300 euro per semester, but it includes a semester ticket. You can travel throughout Germany with that ticket (not on ICE (Intercity Express)).
Likes (Permanent Immigration): If you get a full-time job and salary around 50k euro per year, you can get permanent residency after 21 months. It's best for settlement, but taxes are too high. If you are single and not having any children, you have to give almost half of your salary to the government. This needs to be considered while looking for permanent settlement.
Dislikes (Public transportation): No public transportation after 12 am. There are no Strassenbahn, U-bahn, S-bahn, or ICE (like in Munich or Frankfurt) at Siegen railway station; the only option is the regional express. Two big stations are nearby Frankfurt, 2 hours from Siegen; all trains and flights are possible from there. and Cologne is 1.5 hours from Siegen. Also, all trains and airports are there.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1025
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 70175
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026Read more
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Master of Science in Chemistry - Batch of 2025
Offered by University of Siegen
4.1
Less Stress Than I Expected, More Learning Than I Imagined
Tips: Moving out here to Siegen was definitely a massive shock to the system at first. Dealing with the language barrier and trying to navigate the absolute nightmare that is German bureaucracy took some serious getting used to. Culturally, people here are intensely private, hyper-punctual, and very independent, which was a total 180 from what I grew up with back home. It takes a few months to finally find your feet. Thankfully, the university itself is super welcoming, and honestly, hanging out and trauma-bonding with other international students is what makes the whole transition so much easier. On the financial side, no, I didn't get any scholarships during my time here—I had to fund the whole thing myself. But looking back at everything, I'm still incredibly satisfied with how it all turned out both for my personal growth and the academics.
Likes (Safety): I gave safety a high rating because, honestly, living and studying in Siegen feels incredibly secure. Apart from the standard campus security, Germany as a whole is just a very safe place to navigate. I’ve never felt weird using public transport here, even when I'm catching a late-night bus or train back to my flat. The university sets you up with all the necessary emergency contacts and counseling info from day one, and the campus infrastructure is always kept in solid shape. The only real trade-off—and why it’s not a flawless paradise—is that Siegen is pretty small. If you're looking for a wild nightlife scene or massive entertainment options, you're going to have to hop on a train to Cologne or Frankfurt because things get quiet here. Plus, the winter weather can get super gloomy, cold, and rainy, which takes some serious getting used to if you aren't prepared for it. But in terms of pure peace of mind and personal safety, it’s a massive win.
Dislikes (Part time work): 1) Getting a part-time job is hard because most of the jobs require the German language. However, you can still find a part-time job on an English basis. But communication during the work requires basic German. Therefore, it's quite hard to get part-time jobs. 2) Studying while doing jobs is kind of hard, but with proper time management, you can do it. Overall, people in Germany believe in work-life balance. So it works; it doesn't affect the study. 3) average pay, between 1000 and 1300 euros.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 825
Prepping time for classes24 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 50000
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026Read more
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MS in Computer Science - Batch of 2024
Offered by University of Siegen
4.0
Great Experience and it was really once in a lifetime opportunity
Tips: If you're coming to the University of Siegen, you need to know that breaking into the local German culture can take some serious time—it definitely did for me—but you absolutely have to throw yourself into it if you want to experience a completely different side of life. Overall, I’ve been really happy with my time here because the German uni system gives you a massive amount of flexibility to map out your own studies, pick up part-time work, and figure out your career at your own pace. I didn't land any scholarships, so I had to hustle hard and juggle a few different minijobs just to keep cash flowing and cover my monthly expenses. The silver lining was that grinding through all those part-time gigs gave me a ton of practical work experience, which honestly made a world of difference and helped me land a proper full-time job right after graduating.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 850
Prepping time for classes21 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 48975
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026Read more
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MSc Human Computer Interaction - Batch of 2026
Offered by University of Siegen
3.7
Honest Review of Uni Siegen
Tips: German language C1 is required for getting jobs. B1 is not enough. IT jobs are at high risk. The university is very good. Courses are amazing. Professors are highly experienced. The campus is spread across the town. Siegen is a hill city. Mensa food is fine. There are a lot of activities happening on campus.
Likes (Safety): People in Siegen are good. A lot of the South Indian community is there. It is very safe at night as well. There are a lot of elderly people and students everywhere. There are a lot of international people all around Siegen. I never had a bad experience regarding safety.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): There are barely any full-time job openings in Germany. If you don't speak fluent German, you won't be entertained. But if I had a chance to settle in Germany, I would. Language is a must in Germany. The companies reply very late, and the Rathaus is also very slow. Everything happens on paper only.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1000
Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 31225
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026Read more
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Master of Science in Mechatronics - Batch of 2025
Offered by University of Siegen
3.5
One can take admission without expectations
Tips: This college has a good name in field of automation and robotics. If one is interested in any of these fields they should definitely go for it. Since, it is a public university, it is manageable financially and I have received a scholarship here. As of now, I am somewhat satisfied.
Likes (Value for money): I have scholarship, I don't have to pay any fees. It is a public college and hence I don't pay any fees. In college sometimes you might feel lectures are a bit boring but laboratories are a good learning. There are so many benefits of being a college student.
Dislikes (Public transportation): The public transportation system is not good. It is not as reliable as it should be. While there are some buses and train lines that connect Siegen with other cities as well but they are often late or cancelled. There will always be a limitation of public transportation.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 800
Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2023Read more
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0 - 22.48 L
University of Cincinnati

Cincinnati, USAPublic

223 courses
19.01 L - 41.14 L
303 courses
0 - 32.79 L
Clemson University

Clemson, USAPublic

15 courses
21.1 L - 40.21 L
Technical University Dortmund

Dortmund, GermanyPublic

140 courses
0 - 74.88 L
The University of Liverpool

Liverpool, UKPublic

753 courses
14.04 L - 64.39 L

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