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- Batch of 2026
4.2
Student oriented and punctuality.
Tips: It was a good transition. Experienced different culture here and a few people are good with me. I did not avail for a scholarship. I am very much satisfied with the country and course future options are good and the university is good enough. Nowadays it is a little difficult to get part time jobs.
Likes (Safety): Safety is pretty much in the city and other areas also. Except few issues in midnight when you might travel alone there is a chance of uncomfortness but there is enough security everywhere you can reach them immediately. There will be regular checkups in trains and stations.
Dislikes (Value for money): There are many other private universities for better prices and it is very expensive to study in SRH. Compared to other private universities this university is perfect but it's very expensive. It has at least some 50 percent of credibility like a public university.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1100
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 40000
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026Read more
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M.Sc. Computer Science - Big Data and Artificial Intelligence - Batch of 2024
4.2
A vibrant multicultural hub with excellent academics.
Tips: Multicultural people enriched this vibrant academic community. Scholarship opportunities are available to support diverse students. The course content is engaging and thoughtfully designed providing a rewarding educational experience, though tuition fees were a little higher. I preferred cooking my own food since Indian cuisine wasn’t available on campus.
Likes (Student Life): A welcoming party and thoughtful welcome kit greet new arrivals were provided. Helpful teachers and faculty support every step in this multicultural academic environment. Different workshops were held to engage students.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 900
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025Read more
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MEng in Engineering for Renewable Energy, Water and Waste Management - Batch of 2027
5.0
It’s a good university with best facilities.
Tips: It's a good university as it is situated in Berlin. Good faculty members. Scholarship is available. I got to know through one of my friends. I am satisfied with this course as this is going to be the future in the upcoming time.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 900
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 50500
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025Read more
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M.Eng. Engineering and Sustainable Technology Management - Mobility and Automotive Industry - Batch of 2026
4.3
Good university and one of the best faculty.
Tips: The price is too expensive but the course is also good but would recommend giving a try to the public universities first. But the university is actually really good and the campus is also very nice and attractive. You will make good friends here.
Likes (Student Life): Student life is really good here as you get to learn many things when you are on your own. You will learn the most important time management and many more things. These small things make you strong each day. You have to manage work with the studies and also the rest of the life, such as travelling and more.
Dislikes (Internships): Getting an internship in Germany is difficult unless you have a very good command of the language. Also English speaking jobs are less and the competition is very high, so you either have to have good language skills to get an internship. But there are lots of Internships if you know the language.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1000
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 60000
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025Read more
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MSc in Supply Chain Management - Batch of 2025
4.5
A great place to learn and grow.
Tips: Always adapt to the language and culture before coming; it will make for an interesting and exciting journey. I received a scholarship due to my previous experience and got a 10% fee waiver.
Likes (Student Life): The college life here is vibrant and engaging, and I enjoy the friendly atmosphere. There are also excellent cultural activities. The programs we've participated in so far have been great, and I anticipate learning even more in the future. The juniors and seniors are very cooperative.
Dislikes (Value for money): The course offers strong academic content and the best faculty support. The fees are also average, comparable to other institutions. This course is our future and depends on how well you utilise the knowledge you acquire here.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1225
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 48200
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025Read more
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4.1
Great education and highly accessible faculty.
Tips: The course and faculty are very knowledgeable and experienced. I love the way they teach and explain the topics in the course. Students should try to understand the academic offerings, the strength of specific departments and the flexibility of course selection. Check out the campus, healthcare, fitness and wellness programmes. Try to connect with the alumni and ask them about the job and market situation. People are friendly and are very welcoming. Overall, I am highly satisfied with my experiences.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 150
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
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MSc in Supply Chain Management - Batch of 2025
3.9
Very limited internship opportunities but well-qualified faculty.
Tips: Prior to getting admission, go through the course structure and check whether it matches the area in which you plan to obtain a master's degree. Sometimes the university offers scholarships for which you need to check with the fee management department. Safety is the basic and primary priority. If you are in a trouble situation, you can reach out to the police, who will be on the spot in a very short time. One of the main things is to learn the German language because it helps you to socialize with the locals and it will be easy to lead your life. There are a lot of options for Indian restaurants but taste will be blended according to German culture. I do prefer to outside sometimes. Cooking by yourself most of the time is the go-to option because compared to other food Indian food are bit expensive.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 825
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 50125
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2025Read more
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M.Sc. Computer Science - Big Data and Artificial Intelligence - Batch of 2024
4.3
SRH is one of the best college and the facilities provided by the college are of high standards.
Tips: Before joining the university, students need to find good accommodation near the campus. My university had a lot of Indian students, which gave me a homely vibe. Scholarships are available, but I missed the application deadline. Overall, I am quite satisfied with my experiences.
Likes (Indian Food): I prefer to cook at home, but when I eat out, I usually go to German restaurants because the food is cheap and good. There are also a lot of Indian restaurants available, and my friend has a restaurant in Berlin called the Biryani Club. I usually eat at Indian restaurants about once or twice a month.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): There are a lot of companies that offer jobs and sponsor visas. My friend got a job in India and the N26 company sponsored his visa. The IT field is one of the fastest-growing job sectors in Germany, and other job opportunities are already good in Germany.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 750
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 54350
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2025Read more
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MA in International Business - Healthcare Management - Batch of 2026
3.9
The university is great and it has a curriculum relevant with the market trends.
Tips: Students should know that most of the exams do not include pen and paper it's completely different from India. Classes are more fun and task-based so we don't get bored and there is not a lot of homework. Lecturers are friendly and help us to excel in our academics as well as our professional life. The staff is very helpful regarding everything. Overall, I am fully satisfied with my experience.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 800
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2024Read more
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MSc in Supply Chain Management - Batch of 2022
3.2
One of the best college in Germany
Tips: There is a transition after coming here from India. Soon after coming here, I made a lot of friends. The nature of all students here is friendly and they made me feel like I was their friend for a long time. They treated me with respect and made me feel at home. I avail of a scholarship in my academic year. I am so satisfied with the university and my master's degree has totally changed my life I have got excellent opportunities in various top companies.
Dislikes (Public transportation): Well walking, driving or biking around in Hamburg is easy. The city has an extensive public transport network there are regional trains, buses, and harbour ferries. Bus and subway prices in Germany are affordable and the cost of bus, tram and metro is 1 Euro to 2 Euro.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1525
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 79300
Reviewed on 19 Sep 2023Read more
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M.Eng. Engineering and Sustainable Technology Management - Mobility and Automotive Industry - Batch of 2023
4.0
Good but not worth the money
Tips: Only if you can afford to pay high fees, then only come to this University. Or else look for some University with less fees. At the end University doesn't matter, only your past experience and skills are what matters. So look for universities with less fees so you can save.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 820
Prepping time for classes24 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 55780
Reviewed on 29 May 2023Read more
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MSc in Supply Chain Management - Batch of 2024
2.3
If you want to study in aboard at any cost you can come
Tips: I studied here and I am okay with my university and the course. I don't feel anything good here. But some historic things are awesome in Germany. Some people are racist but not all. Berlin City has a good vibe to chill and enjoy your life, other cities are peaceful and calm.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 851
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
Reviewed on 4 May 2023Read more
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M.Eng. Engineering and Sustainable Technology Management - Mobility and Automotive Industry - Batch of 2026
3.0
Friendly but expensive. Not the great opportunity to pursue higher career.
Tips: I have support from a lot of cultural differences here. Things are totally different in India but I don't get any scholarship, so it is very expensive for me. About the University, I am not too satisfied because I am paying too much money I'm not satisfied with the country also.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 775
Prepping time for classes18 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025Read more
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BA in Advertising & Brand Design - Batch of 2025
3.7
I miss India but it is worth it .
Tips: Get prepared to be alone as it’ll be lonely. But if you know to entertain yourself it will be easy. Learn to cook as it will help you a lot in saving money. Get out of your comfort zone and make friends. It can be difficult to make friends here but is not impossible.
Likes (Part time work): You can find a lot of opportunities to work part time here in Berlin. You can work in delivery jobs like Flink, lieferando or you work at food companies like McDonald and KFC. You can also find technical jobs but it may take some time and research.
Dislikes (Indian Food): It’s is very hard to find a good Indian restaurant as the food here is made according to German taste. It is less spicy and misses the Indian touch. Make sure to learn cooking, that way you can cook your favourite food and makes you less nostalgic.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 904
Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 31223
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2023Read 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
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