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MSc in Electronics Engineering - Batch of 2026
4.1
Research oriented university
Tips: It is a public university with zero tuition fees. Focused on theoretical academics and based on labs practical approach, the course is quite more difficult than Indian education. For those who are planning for research jobs, this university guides you perfectly.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 700
Prepping time for classes27 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 53600
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026Read more
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MSc in Electronics Engineering - Batch of 2026
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
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
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
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Master of Science in Electrical / Electronic Engineering - Batch of 2026
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
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
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
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
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
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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M.Sc in Data Science - Batch of 2027
Offered by Braunschweig University of Technology
3.8
College is nice but not that great, its more focused on theory than practical application
Tips: Learning German is a must before a student arrives here. Part-time options are very limited, considering the fact that this place is not a big city and the chances of finding a job are very few. Also, the cost of living is relatively high and the blocked account might not be enough to meet your needs. As for academics, the course is very 'Math-Oriented' and the exams are pretty tough to pass. It is important that you take care of the credit in each area. There might also be times, when you don't find any subject to enroll in a particular semester.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1700
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 45000
Reviewed on 10 Sep 2026Read more
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Master of Science in Computational science in engineering - Batch of 2027
Offered by Braunschweig University of Technology
4.7
University with endless possibilities with an affordable price tag
Tips: Food is the only main struggle initially, so adapt to it as soon as possible and just enjoy do more things than just studies; look out for events; we have very close by cities that you can visit using your D-ticket, so explore cities, sports, etc. Also try different beers here; every state has some beer that is local to them, so do try them all if you can.
Likes (Quality of faculty): The faculty is perfect; here there is a mentorship system where a professor is there to help you out with all the problems you can face during your studies, plus the quality is just amazing; many doctors and people with deep knowledge about the subjects teach here.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): There are many companies that offer jobs, but given current global economic conditions, it can be a bit harder, especially if you do not know the language very well. Apart from that there is not much to say here really; especially if you know the language or speak some of it, you can get jobs easily.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 800
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 60000
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026Read more
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Master of Science in Computational Sciences in Engineering - Batch of 2023
Offered by Braunschweig University of Technology
4.1
Renowned and well established University
Tips: It is quite an intensive course, very deep in mathematics and computer science. It has an integrated German language requirement as well, which makes the overall course a lot more demanding. The depth of each subject is also to be taken into account. Please also be aware that the course includes a mini project and then an intense thesis.
Likes (Quality of faculty): Incredibly renowned and known faculty. Very deep and intense courses in every field. It's one of the top universities in Germany and also renowned for science and engineering. All the faculty are top researchers and professors in their field and very dedicated as teaching staff. The opportunities for research are great.
Dislikes (Indian Food): There were not a lot of Indian restaurants and grocery stores when I started, almost none. But now it has gotten better. There are some South Indian restaurants as well and a few Asian grocery stores. The Indian population there has grown drastically ever since, and thus the more options.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1000
Prepping time for classes50 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 60000
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026Read more
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M.Sc in Data Science - Batch of 2028
Offered by Braunschweig University of Technology
4.6
It is well knowledgable and friendly university
Tips: Before signing up for this program at TU Braunschweig, you need to understand that it is heavily designed as a stepping stone for academia and research. If you are expecting hands-on, practical coding labs or industry-style training workshops, you are going to be severely disappointed. The modules are deeply theoretical, abstract, and incredibly rigorous. This creates a massive hurdle for international students, especially coming from the Indian education system. Back home, we are generally conditioned to handle mathematics using concrete numbers, formulas, and step-by-step calculations. Here at a traditional German TU, math completely shifts into a language of its own. Instead of just plugging numbers into an equation to get a quick answer, you're basically stuck writing out massive paragraphs of logic and proofs just to explain why the math works in the first place. It requires a massive mental shift in how you study, and if you don't adapt to that level of theoretical depth early on, the exam phase will be an absolute nightmare.
Likes (Public transportation): The public transportation is included in our semester fee, so everything becomes free for us. Since we are new to this country, we don't have any vehicles, and public transportation is the only key. My city is well connected, and we have trams and buses running frequently.
Dislikes (Internships): I rated the internship 3 out of 5 because while there are opportunities for growth, the progress of finding and securing one is very difficult. My course doesn't have mandatory internships. As a result, students need to find it on their own and apply directly to the companies.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 700
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 35000
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Master of Science in Computational Sciences in Engineering - Batch of 2020
Offered by Braunschweig University of Technology
4.6
Challenging but indeed rewarding on a longer run.
Tips: Major transition: one cannot compare the courses from India to TU Braunschweig courses—they are widely different and challenging but achievable. Not a major cultural shift in my case—I could not get a scholarship, but the university is free of cost (I used to pay around 350€ for a semester between 2016 and 2020, which covered admin fees, exam fees, and transportation). But there are DAAD scholarships, but they are very challenging with high competition—absolutely satisfied with the CSE course. One must remember it is not an easy ride; do not plan 2 years of generic M.Sc. tenure, ideally planned for 3-4 years (you will be able to support yourself financially by part-time jobs in the university or outside).
Likes (Student Life): Large, spread-out campus, many eateries and cafes around—best university library, spent a lot of time there. - Campus events were endless: Asta events, university days, expose, career advice days, meetings with industry experts, courses sometimes included visits to companies like Lufthansa Technik, etc. - Many student clubs, offering a variety of activities and courses apart from studies.
Dislikes (Indian Food): There are a few Indian restaurants, but they cannot compare to the taste of home-cooked food or the Indian food that we get in India. - A North Indian meal for 2 would cost around 40 euros, or sometimes there are buffets for 15 euros per person. - I personally preferred cooking at home with friends most of the time. We get enough Indian and international friends in the town.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1275
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 45000
Reviewed on 14 May 2026Read more
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Master of Science in Environmental Natural Sciences - Batch of 2021
Offered by Braunschweig University of Technology
4.2
World-class research in a quiet, student-friendly city.
Tips: Coming from India, the biggest cultural shift is the quiet and orderly nature of the city. The research-environment is English friendly, but German is essential for a good daily life and to make new friends. PhD positions are typically funded by employment contracts rather than scholarships. The salary is generous relative to the average monthly cost of living and there's even room to save some money. I was highly satisfied with the research infrastructure and academic rigour at the Institute. You have a lot of collaborations with other research institutes and get exposed to high-quality cutting-edge research. The city is also very safe and affordable. Although the city is on the smaller side, it is well connected to all big cities via high-speed trains and close to Hannover International Airport.
Likes (Public transportation): You'll get a semester ticket from the university which allows you to take all the buses, trams and metro for free in your city/town. All the local trains/regional trains in the state are also available to the students for free. The public transportation is very safe, has good frequency and some lines also operate at night.
Dislikes (Indian Food): Most of the restaurants are going to focus on the European palate so the food might be bland. Vegetarian options at some of the restaurants are quite limited. There are a few completely vegetarian and vegan restaurants which can be good options for Indian vegetarians.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1000
Prepping time for classes7 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 65950
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026Read more
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MS in Quantum Technologies in Electrical and Computer Engineering - Batch of 2027
Offered by Braunschweig University of Technology
4.2
It’s a good college. Very friendly professors. Elevated levels in the quality of education.
Tips: Students should know exactly what they want to study and where they want to pursue their career which field they want to get into. Have clear communication with professors and do part time or internships.
Likes (Public transportation): It’s good. Free transportation for students because it comes under a semester ticket so with that we can travel throughout Germany with normal trains and buses. The campus is widespread, we can reach to the classes within 15-20 mins from the student dorm.
Dislikes (Student Life): Excellent quality of education and excellent professionalism by professors and staff, we get many opportunities to work under professors whom we desired to work with. And the university comes under the TU9 band which is equivalent to IITs in India with added advantages of an abroad life and cultural diversity groups.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 800
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 7000
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025Read more
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Master of Science in Computational science in engineering - Batch of 2025
Offered by Braunschweig University of Technology
4.6
Student life is fun and diverse.
Tips: Just graduating from this college won't be enough do at least 2-3 internships to land a job in the industry. Don't hurry to finish the course. If you want to stay in academia, Ph.D. courses are quite research oriented and can lead you there. There are several scholarship programmes like DAAD and Niedersachsen stipendum.
Likes (Value for money): There were no tuition fees so I am pretty satisfied with the course. It was quite research oriented course and getting an Internship in machine learning or the FEM side is relatively easier. Then it's up to a person how well they perform to get the chance for full time.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): I would say post study job offers in the industry are quite less, given the market situation but research associate positions and startup positions are available with a salary package of 55000 euros. If you want to go to good paying industrial job, see how they are doing in the market and then join an internship so that you can get a conversion.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 850
Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week
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Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025Read more
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