Germany

Whether private universities are "better" depends on what you want. Private universities often offer smaller classes, flexible learning, and good job connections. However, public universities are usually cheaper and also offer good education.

Highly paid jobs in Germany include roles in the IT sector, finance, and engineering. The software engineers and data scientists in Germany are earning around €80,000 per year. There are other positions in finances and business which earns an handsome salary. 

A good salary in Germany varies. It depends on your city, job field, and experience. Most people think earning between €50,000 and €80,000 per year is enough for a comfortable life. Some jobs can pay more than €100,000 per year.

Germany has a high demand for skilled workers across various industries. The most in-demand jobs in Germany include:

• Healthcare
• IT and Software Development
• Engineering
• Green Economy
• Skilled Trades

Social security contributions are to be paid only by those international students who are into a permanent job in Germany. Social security contributions include pension insurance, health insurance, nursing care insurance, and unemployment insurance.

International students are not required to pay any taxes if they are earning a monthly amount of upto €450. But above this amount, they will have to pay taxes. You will receive a mail, on your provided email ID, with the text number once you've obtained your residence permit and have got your living location registered with the city. Students who are earning more than the aforementioned amount should make sure they file a tax return in order to obtain the refund for which they are eligible.

The average hourly wage for part-time jobs in Germany ranges from €10 to €15.

The document requirements at the IU International University of Applied Science are as per the programs and the level of course. Some of the programs require work experience, whereas some require interviews, and few of the programs require both, therefore students need to check the documents and eligibility requirements of the programme before applying. However, the general requirements at the university are mentioned below:

• Academic transcripts and records.

• Proof of English language test scores.

• Work experience (if applicable).

• CV or Resume.'

• Health insurance.

• Copy of passport.

• Recent passport-size photographs and others.

Munich is one of the costlier German cities to live & study in. Students looking to pursue their studies in Munich must prepare well financially as studies in Munich cost a decent fortune. The annual estimated cost of living in Munich as part of student apartments is around INR 14.5 L. Note that this figure may change based on the type of lifestyle students pursue.  

For skilled workers in IT and engineering, salaries in Germany are mostly higher. Netherlands has many big companies that pay well too. Depending on your job and industry, you can get good salary there. Both countries offer chances to earn well after studies.