German

Yes, University of Trier offers open admission to majority of its UG and Master courses, including 12 English-taught Master's courses. Any international student who meets the eligibility criteria stand a chance for the admission spot. The entry requirements and academic qualifications at Trier University are course-specific. 

Yes, the University of Trier does not charge a standard tuition fee. Only the semester fee of around 394 Euro (INR 44 k) and evaluation fee of 70 Euro (INR 8 k) applies. The semester fee covers:

• Allotment of TUniKa (the student ID card)
• Use of the student ID card for public transport such as a bus/train ticket.
• Subsidized canteen food
• Supporting services

The cost of living at Trier, Germany is typically around 850 Euro (INR 94 k).

Sourin, a MSc in AI and Intelligent Systems student currently studying at Uni Bremen recommends a minimum A2 level of German proficiency for daily life and B1 or B2 level for getting a job. He got an IELTS score of 8 and CGPA above 8.5. However, these alone do not guarantee a job. Many of his classmates with lower scores are also employed.

The Germany job market can be unpredictable at times and selection often depends on the screening process instead of the candidate quality. 

To obtain a German student visa, Indian students must deposit at least EUR 11,904 per year. They must deposit approximately EUR 992 per month into an officially recognised blocked account (Sperrkonto). This serves as mandatory proof of funds to cover everyday living costs.

For the English-taught courses at the University of Lubeck, the students have to submit only an English language proficiency test. The minimum scores required in these tests are-

For the English-taught courses at the University of Lubeck, the students have to submit only an English language proficiency test. The minimum scores required in these tests are-

Leipzig and Dresden have growing Indian student communities, some Indian restaurants and grocery stores. Smaller places like Chemnitz, Magdeburg and Halle have fewer Indians, so the community is smaller and you may need to travel to bigger cities for Indian food or festivals. Overall, students say life is peaceful, safe and student-friendly. Many Indians choose these cities to save money and focus on studies.

Leipzig and Dresden have growing Indian student communities, some Indian restaurants and grocery stores. Smaller places like Chemnitz, Magdeburg and Halle have fewer Indians, so the community is smaller and you may need to travel to bigger cities for Indian food or festivals. Overall, students say life is peaceful, safe and student-friendly. Many Indians choose these cities to save money and focus on studies.

Yes. Rent is the biggest saving. A shared room costs €220–€350 in Chemnitz or Magdeburg and €280–€400 in Leipzig or Dresden.

Yes. Many have strong programmes, especially in engineering, computer science, and sciences.

• TU Dresden is an Excellence University (very good ranking).
• University of Leipzig is one of Germany's the oldest and well-respected.
• Chemnitz University of Technology, Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg, and Friedrich Schiller University Jena are solid for technical and research courses.

You get free tuition (or very low fees) at public universities here, same as in expensive cities.