Languages

Yes, for the German taught programs at RWTH Aachen, international students are required to prove their German language proficiency. The exams that one can take are TestDAF TDN 4, C1 Telc/Goethe or DSH-2. 

These students will need a C1 level to pass and apply for RWTH courses. Although if you are applying for an English taught program, you would only need to sit for exams like IELTS, TOEFL or PTE. Given below are the minimum scores expected from you - 

Yes, international students who are going for the UG courses are required to speak and understand German language as the main teaching is done in this. The students can't even apply before they submit the proof of German language proficiency which needs to be done by taking tests like TestDaF with a minimum score of 4 in all four sections or Goethe-Zertifikat C1 with at least 80 points.

If you are doing a Masters in Mass Communication, its really important to know English well because you'll need it for writing, speaking, and sharing your ideas clearly. Besides English, being creative, able to do research, knowing some media tools, and getting along with people are also very important.

Yes, for Master degree, many universities offer courses in English. You don't need German language for class. But for daily life, like shopping or talking to the landlord, learning basic A1 or A2 level German is very helpful. For Bachelor courses, it is hard to find English options, they ask for C1 German.

English taught programs in Germany will not require German language. However, learning A1 or A2 level is helpful for daily life and part-time jobs.

No this is not 100% true. Public universities in the state of Baden-Württemberg charge €1,500 per semester. The most famous TUM now charges EUR 1500 for international students.

German Students Visa 2025 New Changes- Effective February 17, 2025, the German Foreign Ministry has launched a Consular Services Portal known as digital.diplo.de to reduce the processing time of German student visas. Students can now apply for visas online, fill out the application form, and submit the documents. Here, the students will have to visit VFS Global only for biometrics after completing their application online. 

Japanese can be difficult to learn. Especially for those who have a habit of using their native languages. Its writing system includes three scripts. Grammar format is different from English language.

There is no fixed time for this. Time varies widely. But, reaching basic fluency (JLPT N4/N5) takes 6 months to 1 year of preparation. For achieving advanced proficiency, you need 3 to 5 years. 

It depends on your course. If you choose English taught programme (mostly for Masters), then you don't need advanced German. But, life outside college is hard without language. For grocery shopping, talking to landlord, or finding part-time jobs, you need at least A1 or A2 level German. Also, many companies prefer candidates who speak little bit German.