Technical University Dortmund Vs Albert Ludwigs University of Freiburg: Compare Fees, Placement, Reviews
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Anonymous
M.Sc. Process Systems Engineering - Batch of 2027
4.0
The course is interesting but not easy to complete in 4-semesters and requires more effort.
Tips: The PSE course is not easy, and students have to put in a lot of effort and time to complete the course. There are a few who couldn't complete the course in 4 years, too. But the course is very structured and up to date, with very interesting subjects to study and further work. The department is quite demanding, and the number of courses per semester is high, which is why students take more than 4 semesters to complete. So, you need to be prepared to do the hard work accordingly. I haven't applied to any scholarships, but students joining here can apply for the DAAD scholarship and the Deutschland stipendium for BCI students. I am satisfied with the course structure as it is interesting to me. I recommend that applicants go through the course structure and the department's modules handbook before joining. Along with these, it is important as a process engineer to learn German, which is not easy. So, I recommend to start leraning German before coming here.
Likes (Public transportation): Dortmund is well-connected by public transport. It is very convenient to travel to the university or any other place. The local transport is free, it is included in the semester fee that students pay every semester. The Deutschland ticket is included in the Semesterbeitrag.
Dislikes (Part time work): There are very limited off-campus part-time job opportunities for students who are fluent in German. On-campus jobs are also scarce and are usually available only if there is a vacancy in a lab or if a student has good grades. Some students are unable to find any part-time work at all. Managing a part-time job alongside this course is challenging, and students who plan to work while also learning German typically take more than four semesters to complete the programme. Average pay varies depending on the workplace and the number of hours worked, but the minimum wage is 13.9/hour with a maximum of 20 working hours per week.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 750
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
Krishna Prasanth Thiruvalluvar
MSc in Automation & Robotics - Batch of 2026
4.3
Fun student life; lots of sports and clubs.
Tips: I could do lots of sports which also helped me find many local friends. I learn from them not only their language but also their culture and how they have friendships. I feel good that Dortmund is a city that has many opportunities for everything.
Likes (Value for money): There are lots of Indian restaurants and other cuisines available but I prefer cooking for myself to manage my expenses. The University Canteen offers cheap food so whenever I can't cook, I eat at the University. If we miss some good foods from our home but can't prepare them on our own, we can eat at the restaurants. They aren't so expensive but frequent eating will be expensive.
Dislikes (Student Life): I usually attend the lectures and do sports in the evening at university. I especially love the many sports activities available. There are variety of events especially representing unity in diversity. I usually enjoy the International Cultural Fest where we represent each country's traditional food and culture.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 750
Prepping time for classes35 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 65000
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Anonymous
Master of Science in Manufacturing Technology - Batch of 2026
3.8
Studying in Germany can be a bit difficult but the tuition fee is zero.
Tips: You should know that getting into college is a bit difficult, and even after getting in, the exams and everything, especially in Germany. I think if you work hard here and you come with that mindset you will do well.
Likes (Value for money): I think the tuition fee in Germany is zero and it is really good here because you get to learn a lot of quality stuff, but of course, to balance it out, the course will be very difficult. The value for money is going to be very good, but you have to be hard working.
Dislikes (Part time work): I think it is fairly easy to get part time work, especially for working in hot fields like artificial intelligence and you might be able to if you are decently hardworking and the pay is also fine. Especially in hot fields like software, you have an option.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 10000
Prepping time for classes37 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 109650
Runali Gaware
Master of Science in Manufacturing Technology - Batch of 2024
4.7
Multi activity university with referrals.
Tips: The Technical University of Dortmund has many study plans that are difficult to navigate. The school does have the option to study abroad, and students can work with an academic advisor to help them navigate the selection of classes. Language is also a big part of the experience, and it's important to consider how your language skills will help you study. The study pattern is completely different from our country. Referral and planned plans can help you explore better. Balancing life and studies is the most difficult part.
Likes (Part time work): There are multiple part-time jobs but they are engrossing and tiring. Diverting focus from studies to earning money during study time. Part-time jobs are difficult to find during the intake time as all people are applying at the same time. Also, it might be that you need to travel for part-time jobs a lot.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): There are no campus placement options. You need to struggle yourself to find a job. Also finding English-speaking jobs is more difficult. Even if the course is in English companies are not that friendly to allow you to work with it. German is a must to have a career in Germany.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 850
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 35075
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Anonymous
M.Sc. Process Systems Engineering - Batch of 2023
3.6
Challenging yet interesting international experience.
Tips: Learning German until the B1 level is compulsory. The weather during winter can be extremely difficult. The courses in the university are very intensive, and mostly oriented for Ph.D. aspirants. I didn't have any scholarship, hence I did a couple of technical as well as non-technical part-time jobs to support my finances. The university provides free education and only charges a small administrative fee for university degrees. The quality of education is excellent, and you can learn a lot from the co-curricular activities and develop many soft skills, such as representation skills and scientific paper presentations. Overall, I am highly satisfied with the course and the university.
Dislikes (Safety): There are Neo-Nazi Demonstrations sometime during the years, and a lot going on in the city that is difficult for international students to be aware of. Some areas in Dortmund Dorstfeld are not considered to be safe to visit during quiet hours. As an international student, you have to always carry your ID and stay alert if you find someone suspicious while travelling.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1175
Prepping time for classes18 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 50825
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Swapnil Srivastava
Data Science M.Sc - Batch of 2023
4.8
An overall good experience but a tough curriculum.
Tips: Germany overall is a nice experience, but knowing German is a must. Even if the course is in English many of the locals won't communicate in English (government officials as well). This is not the case in big international cities like Munich or Berlin but for Dortmund, you need to know some basic German. As far as this course is concerned i.e. Masters in data Science, one should be prepared to face a curriculum which is more into Statistics. If you already have a knowledge of stats, this course won't be that difficult (especially mandatory stats subjects) but for the rest, it's hard.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1024
Prepping time for classes49 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
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Soumay
Master of Science in Physics - Batch of 2027
3.9
Good college. Would highly recommend it
Tips: The tradition has been very smooth. There was a little bit of cultural shift but the people are very welcoming. I did not get a scholarship but there are plenty of opportunities to get one. I would highly recommend it.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1700
Prepping time for classes24 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
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Adithya Venkatesan
Master of Science in Microsystems Engineering - Batch of 2027
Offered by Albert Ludwigs University of Freiburg
4.7
Warm, English friendly, beautiful, well connected city with great academic potential.
Tips: Tuition fees per sem is 1500. An international city with a lot of English speakers. The warmest city in Germany. Beautiful and aesthetic. The border of Germany, Switzerland and France is excellent for travel lovers. Microsystems engineering due to poor exposure doesn't have a lot of applications, although the number of chairs in this department is very high. So compared to my friends in other universities, finding Hiwi and post study jobs are easy. As this is the border of Germany, finding a logistics part time job is relatively easy too. I am yet to apply for scholarships, as part time money helps me balance my tuition fees and living expenses. I'm very satisfied with the university, course and country.
Likes (Post study jobs): For the microsystems engineering course which due to poor exposure, doesn't have a lot of applying students. So almost everyone either ends up with a job or a PhD. The number of chairs in our department is 24, and students can find jobs in university departments, Hahn Schickard or Fraunhofer institutes close to university. These places offer both PhD and job opportunities. Along with this PhD across Europe in other universities is an option. Bosch and other companies in Stuttgart are some places students have relocated to if they want industrial roles. The industrial roles have good pay while the PhD roles have TVL scale pay. As the microsystems course has different specialisations to choose from studying, a wide range of roles are possible to apply.
Dislikes (Indian Food): Indian food options are average and there are no unique positive things worth mentioning in Freiburg about Indian food. Theres a Indi Lanka mart store which provides the necessary Indian groceries. Easy to cook food options like Idli, dosa batter, Frozen chapati, naan, other staples of Indian easy to cook food are available here. When it comes to Indian restaurants, nothing is worth the price. This is expected in all cities, across foreign countries. As Freiburg is situated on the border of Switzerland, France and Germany. The network of transport is good and if you want to eat in an Indian restaurant in Germany or in Switzerland, it's easy to travel.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 850
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 60000
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Vishnu
Master of Science in Physics - Batch of 2027
Offered by Albert Ludwigs University of Freiburg
4.0
Good facilities and diverse learning environment.
Tips: Accommodation is quite difficult to get for many students both international and EU students because of the housing crisis in my city but also generally in Germany and many other EU countries. So I would recommend searching for it well in advance. I have not availed any scholarships but there are a few and they are naturally competitive. I'm satisfied with the university and my course, I couldn't complain about it. However, my city although beautiful, is quite expensive compared to other cities in Germany but Germany has significantly lower tuition fees.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 950
Prepping time for classes45 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
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Anonymous
MSc in Embedded Systems Engineering - Batch of 2021
Offered by Albert Ludwigs University of Freiburg
4.6
Experiencing German research-focused education, cultural development and personal growth.
Tips: It was certainly a cultural shift to come to Germany as an Indian student and pursue my studies at university. The education system here is knowledge-based and focuses deeply on conceptual understanding. While working on my thesis, I gained practical insight into how research projects are carried out and I gained immense knowledge while working on practical concepts. People here are really helpful and friendly in nature.
Likes (Quality of faculty): Professors are really friendly. They are ready to solve your queries in class, and if you need help, you can approach them anytime, they will help you. Even while doing a part-time job or internship under them, they will help you understand the work and get the concept while doing research on new things. They have expertise in their field.
Dislikes (Indian Food): I prefer to cook my own meals. There are several Indian stores in the area where fresh vegetables, fruits, and groceries are readily available. There are also vegan restaurants in the city centre. Also, there are my restaurants with good vegetarian options as well. There are 3-4 Indian restaurants for occasions when you crave indian food though dining out would be a bit expensive.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1200
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
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Anonymous
MSc in Embedded Systems Engineering - Batch of 2024
Offered by Albert Ludwigs University of Freiburg
3.9
Robotic hub of German universities.
Tips: People appreciate it if you are on time. Study aptly and not memorise but analyse. As for jobs, even though the market waivers sometimes, if there's no other option, try to find any job to get your finances and resources sorted. People don't judge you based on what you work. Nevertheless, you will be treated equally. The university offered great courses for my interests so I don't have any complaints.
Likes (Safety): The people are helpful and the city is safe and strict towards any racism or violence. I have had multiple accidents throughout Germany but the people in very few cities have been kind enough to help at least get up. Freiburg was one of the places where people were willing to help you.
Dislikes (Value for money): I believe that other universities offer a similar level of education for lower tuition fees. The tuition fees that I paid were imposed by the state and sometimes these fees differ with respect to different states and universities. So if you have other options feel free to check so.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1175
Prepping time for classes40 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 45000
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Anonymous
MSc in Neuroscience - Batch of 2019
Offered by Albert Ludwigs University of Freiburg
4.4
Student friendly science city.
Tips: First thing is to learn the German language and then start looking for part time jobs in case you don't have a scholarship. Join an international club to connect with other students and people from your own country. Try to do some extracurricular activities to meet people and grow your network which will be helpful after your graduation to find a good job through reference.
Likes (Public transportation): Freiburg has really nice public transportation and connectivity and on top of that, it's a bicycle friendly city. You can either buy a semester ticket or a DB ticket which is valid throughout Germany. Now the price has significantly increased but still quite good if you're into travelling and all.
Dislikes (Indian Food): If you are a vegetarian person then try to buy groceries from supermarket and cook by yourself. If you don't know how to cook, then learn basic cooking skills to survive nicely, although Freiburg is a vegan friendly city but in case you don't find the food that delicious, then you have to cook by yourself.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 850
Prepping time for classes21 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 50000
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Pranay Jain
MSc in Embedded Systems Engineering - Batch of 2024
Offered by Albert Ludwigs University of Freiburg
4.0
The city is beautiful but a bit expensive.
Tips: The University of Freiburg is one of the best universities in Germany for Embedded Systems and AI. The programme offers a strong foundation with a research-oriented curriculum and excellent faculty. To enhance career prospects, it is highly recommended to gain practical experience through internships or working student positions alongside your studies. The city is beautiful but a bit expensive so getting on-campus accommodation would be the ideal situation.
Likes (Public transportation): Across Germany, public transportation is excellent and affordable for students. As a student in Germany, you get a travel ticket which costs somewhere around 70 to 100 euros for 6 months. Hence, it is very affordable, and the connectivity is great. People also prefer using a bike in summer.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Freiburg is a small city and having full-time career opportunities is not ideal. It is great for student jobs and part-time opportunities. If someone wants to settle there, then the options are fewer. In Germany, it is not that difficult to relocate, as the company understands and does not filter based on the city of the applicants. Germany, in general, is a good place to settle.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 750
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 60000
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Anonymous
MSc in Sustainable Systems Engineering - Batch of 2023
Offered by Albert Ludwigs University of Freiburg
4.5
A lot of part-time opportunities are available in the city and the outskirts of Freiburg.
Tips: Learn the German language even if your course is in English. German cultural understanding would help, but it can be acquired here. Exchange programmes are available to top universities in Europe. Totally satisfied with the experience in Freiburg, would recommend. It would be hard to survive or find jobs without proper German skills.
Likes (Student Life): Great city. International and fun students. All amenities are available. Green and student-friendly city. Safe as well. Great connectivity to Switzerland and France. All sorts of events are available. Need to be proactive and look for like-minded people and activities.
Dislikes (Internships): A lot of part-time opportunities are available in the city and the outskirts of Freiburg. Full-time 6-month internships in Germany require you to take a semester break, which is not preferred since the salary is less compared to part-time jobs in corporate/research institutes.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 875
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 57050
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Anonymous
Master of Science in Computer Science - Batch of 2021
Offered by Albert Ludwigs University of Freiburg
4.5
Good university and faculty.
Tips: An M.Sc. in Computer Science could easily take up to 3 years and certainly more than 2 years. Students should plan financially for it. The expectation is to do both a Project (18 credits) and a Thesis (30 credits), which could take over a year depending on circumstances and the project.
Likes (Quality of faculty): Some world-leading professors were either in Freiburg's Computer Science department or are still there. Most of the courses I experienced were custom-designed based on the research done by the faculty. The course is often supported by Ph.D. students who are directly working on these topics and who offer a rare exposure to frontier research. I experienced this phenomenon in the Biology and Neuroscience departments.
Dislikes (Internships): Not applicable to my line of education and exposure. Our course did not require one. I have heard other students do part time jobs in startups, Fraunhofers, etc. or even remote jobs but they are mostly to support financially, work experience, etc. Not as an internship to obtain credit.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1500
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 65000
Shashanka Subrahmanya
MSc in Sustainable Systems Engineering - Batch of 2023
Offered by Albert Ludwigs University of Freiburg
5.0
Good university and classes.
Tips: I studied mechanical engineering in India and this Master's course is very vast. There are 3 tracks - renewable energy, sustainable materials and resilience. I concentrate on the later two and designed my course in such a way that I land a job in the field of mechanical engineering by working part time as a research assistant at one of the 5 Fraunhofer institutes in Freiburg doing my Masters thesis there in the field I like to later get a full time scientist role in the field of core mechanical engineering, German language skills played a key role here I have C1 now. My other classmates who concentrate on renewable energy are working as energy consultants, PhD students, etc. So it's a very open course with opportunities to make your own path. I am very satisfied with the course. Freiburg is the sunniest city in Germany and it's not a huge city like the major cities, so partying, nightlife all that won't be at that level if you're that kind of person. For nature loving, pace loving, calm lifestyle lovers, Freiburg is the perfect city to settle - directly at the heart of the black forest, Next to Switzerland and France. But after the Masters, only a few lucky ones are able to find a job in Freiburg itself. Most of my classmates are either in a different city in Germany or in a different country in Europe. The people in this part of Germany are mostly open minded, nature loving and there is little to no racism here. I, being a flautist, have been performing here regularly and there is a lot of love towards indian classical music and culture.
Likes (Post study jobs): There is an international student club, with also Indian night and other community events. Freiburg, being a student city, the student life is amazing. As I am a flautist, I have performed in the Indian events. We also have a huge indian community with the majority being students in Freiburg with several events organised throughout the year on major festivals of India, independent of the university.
Dislikes (Part time work): The course is very vast with three different tracks. For every lecture, the faculty is different, so approachability varies. Some are very friendly, some are okay. Teaching methodology also varies from professor to professor. It's mostly with pre uploaded PowerPoint which you can already download from the study portals and go to the lecture so that you can take notes on the PowerPoint itself on your laptop or tablet. The entire Inatech department is really diverse. Most professors are German. The tutors are of different nationalities who are usually Ph.D. students of the professors.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 950
Prepping time for classes8 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 50000
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Anonymous
MSc in Renewable Energy Engineering and Management - Batch of 2023
Offered by Albert Ludwigs University of Freiburg
4.7
Multi cultural university.
Tips: At first, there was definitely a cultural difference as it is a very different country compared to India. One advice would be to be open to new experiences. You can get help from many places for scholarships. Just look into the university website carefully.
Likes (Permanent Immigration): If you find a job after your studies, becoming a permanent resident is quite easy. I would like to permanently immigrate to this country. The country needs some improvement in the bureaucracy problem as it still requires many months to get appointments and approval.
Dislikes (Internships): It is a small city still there are many opportunities for internship or student jobs. There are many research institutes in the city for all kind of research where you can apply for. There are also lots of opportunities in the university itself.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 700
Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 50000
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Achaladi Manoj Bhat
Master of Science in Microsystems Engineering - Batch of 2025
Offered by Albert Ludwigs University of Freiburg
3.9
A bittersweet experience which would feel worth it by the end.
Tips: The course is very challenging as it is a research oriented curriculum. It would ideally take 2.5 years to 3 years to complete course as it requires a student to do a Master's thesis for 30 credits. As per the current situation in Germany, the job market is horrible and people are finding it difficult to find a job. To increase your chances of getting a job, I would suggest learn German at least until B2 before en of your studies. The university is really good if you plan to pursue a PhD or a career in research, as all the coursework concentrates more on the theoretical aspects and even the student job that one would find would be a research project.
Dislikes (Value for money): The University of Freiburg is present in the state of Baden wurttenburg. Compared to other states in Germany, where the education is almost free, the state of BW has a state fee of 1500 euros and also a university fee of 200 euros. But this extra fee doesn't give any benefits to the students. This fee paid could be claimed only if you work in the state of BW, once you start your full time job.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 750
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 70300
Rohan Ghosh
Master of Science in Microsystems Engineering - Batch of 2022
Offered by Albert Ludwigs University of Freiburg
4.5
Freiburg is an excellent place to learn and grow.
Tips: Please try to integrate with people from other nationalities. Try not to get sick with fellow Indians, as you will never experience the different cultures. And respect the country you are going to. Be aware of civic sense and treat everyone with respect. It is very often that we see reports of our fellow Indians disrespecting the culture and people. This will affect your stay and also any future admissions from our country.
Likes (Quality of faculty): The faculty is a close knit group. All professors are on the same campus and the departments are located next to each other. Approaching the professors is difficult because of their busy schedule but approaching PhD students and post-docs is doable and they are always helpful.
Dislikes (Value for money): The tuition fee per semester in any public university located in Baden Wurttemberg is 1500. This is for any non-EU student. It is quite high compared to other universities in the east but lower compared to universities in Bayern, eg, TUM. However, the quality of the study is excellent and the courses are very thorough. On average, it takes 2.5 years or 5-6 semesters to complete the course with good grades.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 5000
Prepping time for classes50 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 55000
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Anonymous
MSc in Embedded Systems Engineering - Batch of 2025
Offered by Albert Ludwigs University of Freiburg
4.4
University of Freiburg is worth every effort, time and penny that you spend.
Tips: Travelling to Germany from India does indeed cause a cultural shift, due to people, food and experiences in general. However, it smoothens over time as one gets more drawn into daily life and academics. I did not avail any scholarships but Germany is known to have the Deutschlandstipendium. I am very satisfied with the University of Freiburg, M.Sc. Embedded Systems Engineering and Germany in particular. It was always a dream of mine to stay and study in this country and the last few years have been nothing short of living that dream. Freiburg itself is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe.
Likes (Public transportation): The University of Freiburg has a number of campuses, each situated in different parts of the city. The city is well connected in general and there are often stops particularly for the various campuses. We have intra and inter city trains, trams and buses which are almost always on time and very regular. Decently affordable public transportation using the semester ticket.
Dislikes (Internships): University Freiburg has study-specific counselling persons and regular counselling sessions in general. Furthermore, internships conducted in companies are regularly posted on notice boards or sent via email. A decent number of internships are available, pertaining to the respective field of study.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 900
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 60000
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Sathya Kamesh Bhethanabhotla
Master of Science in Computer Science - Batch of 2025
Offered by Albert Ludwigs University of Freiburg
4.5
Freiburg is an extremely international and fairly small city.
Tips: There is a wide range of activities available for everyone to participate in. There is a great music scene here. Be prepared to understand cultures from all over the world that celebrate their festivals. The summer here is one of the best times to be around. There is a Deutschland scholarship that everyone can apply to - the only condition is that you need to have a good grade in your course (1.3 - 1.5).
Likes (Safety): Freiburg is an extremely international and fairly small city with around 300,000 strong population. The student dominated city is very left learning, and creates a great environment to express yourself without limitations and judgment. The city is well lit and safe at all times at night and you will find people of all ages travelling alone and in groups at all times without fear. It is a safe, clean city.
Dislikes (Internships): There are various companies, exchange programs and other opportunities with labs and groups around the city and state available to the students all year. And people are friendly in encouraging you and helping you with these opportunities. E.g.: Freiburg Global Exchange.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1050
Prepping time for classes24 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 50000
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Anonymous
Master of Science in Computer Science - Batch of 2018
Offered by Albert Ludwigs University of Freiburg
4.6
University of Freiburg is a great place with a vibrant and an international student community.
Tips: Living costs are increasing, mostly the rent. But this is true for all German cities. Courses are research oriented and it takes 2 - 3 years to finish Master's. Learn basic German at least A1 level before coming to Germany. Things move at a lower rate.
Likes (Student Life): There are large student communities living and studying together in dormitories. SWFR (student organizing body) organises many intercultural events for all students. There are lots of places to hang out pubs bars take aways, a lot of nature and activities for nature loving people.
Dislikes (Indian Food): You get all the raw materials for cooking. There are so many good Indian restaurants that can be tried out. The local grocery stores have so many items that can be recycled to cook Indian dishes. Dormitories and private places all have a kitchen to cook your own food. Additionally, there is a Mensa for eating daily lunch at a much cheaper rate for students.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1000
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 70000
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Anurag Garg
Master of Science in Computer Science - Batch of 2025
Offered by Albert Ludwigs University of Freiburg
4.6
Good university and supportive faculty.
Tips: The most important thing that students should know before joining is that there is no concept of on-campus placements in Germany. This applies to all universities in Germany, not just the University of Freiburg. Students are responsible for finding employment on their own after graduation. Apart from that, the University of Freiburg is an excellent institution, especially for those who want to study in the field of AI. It is a highly research-oriented university that provides strong academic and practical exposure. I am very satisfied with my university, my course and my experience in Germany. The city of Freiburg is beautiful, peaceful and student friendly.
Likes (Safety): Freiburg is one of the safest and most welcoming cities in Germany. The atmosphere here is calm and people are generally friendly towards international students. It feels secure to travel with the bicycle or public transport even at night. Personally my experience in Freiburg has been very positive. I had no bad experience.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): The immigration options are easily available if your record is clean i.e. you haven't done anything illegal. It's easy to obtain a student visa and after studies, once you receive a full-time job offer you become eligible for the EU Blue card, which usually takes only about a week to obtain after receiving the job offer letter. After holding the EU Blue card for four years you become eligible to apply for a Permanent residence permit.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1250
Prepping time for classes45 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 60000
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Anonymous
MSc in Embedded Systems Engineering - Batch of 2026
Offered by Albert Ludwigs University of Freiburg
3.7
Embracing learning and independence in college life.
Tips: It's a life where one has to manage life independently. There are different rules and regulations that one needs to follow. Paperwork is more prevalent here so one needs patience to deal with every process. Cultural shift will be there in terms of food, festivals etc. But also people here appreciate other cultures and celebrate with us. There is a lot to learn. Personally I met all my expenses doing research assistant jobs. I am contended with my university and course.
Likes (Public transportation): The city is well connected with trams, trains and buses. The commute to the university is easy from any part of the city. Also for students they provide cycles that are free to ride for half an hour. There are apps that give proper timings and routes for reaching a particular place. Also every change in routes is informed prior so that people can plan.
Dislikes (Indian Food): Most restaurants serve north indian where the food options are restricted to the famous dishes like naan, tandoori chicken and paneer. So the options are less. Each visit to Indian restaurant cost around 14 - 25 euros per person. I prefer cooking myself.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 800
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 44000
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Anonymous
MSc in Embedded Systems Engineering - Batch of 2027
Offered by Albert Ludwigs University of Freiburg
4.1
Very few relevant job opportunities for engineers.
Tips: It is common to extend at least one semester here due to high workloads. If you want to complete in the given time, you cannot do extra stuff like part time job and travelling. You just need to study. The only scholarship for Indians is the Deutschland stipendum, for which you need 1.0 to 1.5 German grade.
Likes (Safety): No problems faced till now. I have travelled late at night, still I always felt safe. Maybe I am new, that is why. Need to spend more time here, then only I can tell more about this. But my friends who have been here since the last 1 year had no bad experiences related to safety.
Dislikes (Internships): There are some research institutes like Faunhofer and some startups. Apart from that, there are no big companies here. Very few relevant job opportunities for engineers. You can work remotely. Also you can work part time in restaurants and other places easily.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 900
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 60000
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Jithin Shaji
MSc in Embedded Systems Engineering - Batch of 2025
Offered by Albert Ludwigs University of Freiburg
4.2
University of Freiburg - Embedded Systems Engineering.
Tips: The engineering courses are flexible and offer a wide spectrum of subjects from which you can choose your credits. This gives flexibility and a chance to explore various fields for students. Freiburg is a beautiful, fantastic and multi-cultural place with a majority of the population being students. I didn't avail any scholarships.
Likes (Post study jobs): We don't really need companies to offer sponsorship in Germany. Once we finish the studies, we are on a job-seeker visa and can apply for any jobs here. The Embedded Systems course offers a wide spectrum of subjects, so a wide range of job roles are offered for students who graduate. Salary packages are typically 60000 - 70000.
Dislikes (Internships): The guidance on finding internships is good. You could find internships for renewable and sustainable energy engineering fields, because of the Fraunhofer Institutes in Freiburg. But as Freiburg is not really a big industrial city, there are not many big electronics/automobile companies. So finding an internship in those fields is a bit difficult.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1100
Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
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Sagar Bhagwat
Master of Science in Microsystems Engineering - Batch of 2024
Offered by Albert Ludwigs University of Freiburg
4.5
Living and enjoying life in Germany.
Tips: Please learn basic conversational German before arriving, although it's a university town. Respect the rules and regulations of the city and abide by them. Enrolling in some sports activities helps to make friends and break the ice. Do everything by yourself rather than depending on professors to hand you stuff, German culture works on asking rather than getting something for free.
Likes (Safety): Freiburg is a safe city with not much of a crime rate, one has to be generally careful especially when walking alone at night away from the city. There are some on ground staff post work hours to ensure safety, however, one has to be careful and attentive at all times.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): The current job market is stagnant with not too many opportunities. However, there are jobs in the semiconductor and chemical sectors which can be hired. Keep connecting with people and keep looking for opportunities, including internships, which might land you a job later.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1700
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 70000
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