FREE STUDY IN GERMANY AND GERMAN LANGUAGE COURSE

What does mean by Free Study in Germany ?

“Free Study in Germany” typically refers to the opportunity for international students to pursue higher education in Germany without paying tuition fees, especially at public universities. Here’s a breakdown of what it means:

1. No Tuition Fees (at most public universities):

   • Germany abolished tuition fees for both domestic and international students in most public universities.

   • Students may still need to pay a semester contribution (Semesterbeitrag), usually between €100–€350 per semester, which covers administration, public transport, student services, etc.

2. High-Quality Education:

   • German universities are globally recognized for their strong academic standards, especially in fields like engineering, medicine, IT, and business.

3. Courses in English & German:

   • Many master’s programs are offered in English, while bachelor’s programs are usually in German. Knowing German is a big advantage.

4. Living Costs Not Covered:

   • While tuition may be free, you still need to cover living expenses, like:

     • Rent

     • Food

     • Health insurance

     • Transportation

     • Estimated cost: €850–€1,200/month

5. Blocked Account Requirement:

   • For a student visa, you must show proof of sufficient funds. As of now, it’s around €11,904per year, deposited into a blocked account (Sperrkonto).

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR APPLICATION 

1. Academic Certificates

• 10th and 12th Mark Sheets & Certificates (for Bachelor’s)

• Bachelor’s Degree Certificate + Transcripts (for Master’s)

• If not in English or German: Certified Translation may be needed

2. Language Proficiency Certificates

• For English-taught programs:

  • IELTS (usually min. 6.0–6.5)

  • TOEFL (min. 80–90 iBT)

  • Medium of Instruction (MOI) letter may be accepted in some cases

• For German-taught programs:

  • TestDaF, DSH, Goethe-Zertifikat (B1–C1 depending on the program)

3. Passport

• Valid passport (scanned copy of the first and last pages)

4. CV / Resume

• Updated with academic qualifications, internships, work experience (if any)

5. Letter of Motivation / Statement of Purpose (SOP)

• A well-written statement explaining why you want to study that course in Germany

6. Letters of Recommendation (LOR)

• Usually 1–2 academic or professional references (especially for master’s)

7. APS Certificate (for Indian students – mandatory since Nov 2022)

• Issued by the APS India office – verifies academic documents

8. Passport Size Photographs

• As per German visa/ID photo standards (biometric)

9. Work Experience Certificate (if applicable)

• Especially important for master’s applicants applying after a gap or with relevant experience

 

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