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Study in Germany

What are the minimum requirements for German academic admission to universities and colleges?

1. If you intend to study in German universities in German, you must learn this language in Iran up to the level of at least B1.

II. If you want to study in English, you must have an IELTS certificate.

III. Almost all German universities require a 3.0 out of 4.0 GPA to be admitted.

IV. With financial means, you must show the embassy the cost of living for one year.

What are the characteristics of studying in Germany?

1.               Tuition: Free in most states

2.               Possibility of receiving scholarships: Yes

3.               Language of study: German or English

1.               Language Proof Required for Admission: Depends on the university

2.               Proof of language required for visa: IELTS 6.5 or German B1

3.               Possibility of obtaining a companion visa:

4.               Possibility of obtaining a post-study work visa:

1.               Post-study accommodation:  available if you find a job

2.               It is possible to travel to all Schengen countries while studying:

Discover the benefits of Studying in Germany.

1. Experience the quality of Education: German universities offer diverse courses and are among the best in the world. Enjoy free Education: 35% of students choose Germany because of its free tuition. Germany’s higher education landscape is rich and diverse, with over 370 centers in 165 locations. This variety ensures you can find the perfect academic environment for your studies. Ability to study in German and English: Both languages are possible at the master’s and doctoral levels.
2. Work permit for students: The student can work part-time during study days and full-time during non-academic days.
3. Accreditation of German university degrees: The degree you receive is highly regarded by employers worldwide.
4. Numerous job opportunities after graduation: 69% of international students also prefer to stay in Germany and find a good job.
5. Living in a safe and stable country: Germany’s security, economic, and political stability are unparalleled.
6. Ability to find work and residency after graduation: If you would like to move to Europe permanently, studying in Germany is an excellent way to go

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11.          Today, Germany is one of the most important destinations for international students, including people from the Middle East and North Africa. The chart below shows the upward trend of the country’s acceptance as a study destination.

12.         WES statistics show that in 2018 alone, 7,527 Iranian students entered Germany to continue their studies.

13.         These are not just numbers. Many people change their lives when they arrive in a developed country.

14.         Why not be one of them?

Study in Germany with the World Cup Visa Services.

1. Obtaining academic admission from German universities at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels
2. Apply for a German student visa
3. Consultation with the scientific departments of universities to study at the doctoral level in Germany
4. Guidance for Preparing Motivation Letter and Resume
5. Post-arrival services in Germany

Steps to start the German study process

1.               1. Make a decision and check the situation.

1.               II. Your choice is very decisive. Choose the right one.

1.               III. Gather and apply your documents.

1.               IV. Once you have gained admission, gather your German student visa documents.

1.               V. Make an appointment at the embassy and apply for a visa on the interview day.

1.               VI. Get your visa.

1.               VII. Review school, college, or university enrollment requirements and deadlines.

1.               VIII. Get ready to travel to Germany.

1.               IX. Once you arrive, enroll in the university and apply for a residence permit while studying.

The possibility of studying in Germany for free

Most universities in Germany are funded by the government, and you should not pay tuition fees for undergraduate courses or most master’s programs. There may be tuition fees for some master’s programs, but they are not high compared to other countries.

Of course, all students must pay a registration fee or a semester contribution. This amount does not include tuition fees and is only for student services (AStA). You will also receive a card to use public transport at many universities.

This amount varies from university to university, ranging from €100 to €350, and must be paid at the time of registration and before the start of each new semester. Depending on your course of study, you may also be charged more for specialist books and teaching materials.

Of course, in addition to public universities, many private universities operate in Germany and charge significant tuition fees for their courses.

Courses of Study in Germany

1. The first German degree that is accredited throughout the country and the world is the Bachelor’s degree. The Bachelor’s degree in Germany lasts between 6 and 8 semesters and aims to provide and teach the student basic information and course materials in the relevant field.

Upon completion of the Bachelor’s degree, the student can look for a job or continue his studies at the next level.

1. The next course is a Master’s, which will last between 2 and 4 semesters in Germany, depending on the field.
2. After the master’s degree, there is a doctoral program or promotion, which also lasts 2 to 5 years, depending on the field of study.

Studying in Germany has always been one of the topics of interest to Iranian students. In this section, we will have an overview of the courses and levels of study in Germany:

German Bachelor’s degrees are divided into two categories: B.Sc. in basic sciences and engineering and B.A. in humanities, and for master’s degrees, M.Sc. in basic sciences and engineering and M.A. in humanities.

Study in German Schools

The unique conditions of education in German schools put the country in a privileged position compared to many other countries. German children must go to school compulsorily and are severely prosecuted if parents prevent their children from going to school. Parents in Germany are not allowed to educate their children at home. Studying in public schools is free of charge.

Study in German Colleges

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College in Germany bridges secondary education in foreign countries and higher education in German universities. After crossing the bridge to the college, a new, exciting world awaits you.

In order to adapt the study of different countries to the German education system and to prepare foreign candidates to study in German universities, colleges in Germany offer a one-year course during which the student is introduced to the course requirements required to study his or her desired field at the university and the specialized German language for studying in that field.

The most crucial criterion for direct entry to university in Germany is a 13-year secondary education. However, in Iran, an 11-year diploma is an 11-year diploma, which is reduced to 12 years with one year of pre-university education, so at the end of Iran’s 12-year secondary education (11 years + pre-university, or 12 years of the old system), the applicant still has one year to enter a university in Germany. Learning German To start studying in Germany, you must attend college.

During the one-year course at the college, the student will be introduced to the introductory courses required to study the field of their choice at the university and the specialized German language in that field. The good news is that studying at the colleges is free of charge and also covers some costs, including transportation costs within the college premises.

Students are not allowed to work during the duration of their studies in the college and can only work during the break between two semesters. Therefore, the student bears the cost of living during this period.

Documents are usually not sent directly to these colleges, which means that the student must send the original and translation of his documents to the university to which the college is covered or to the relevant bodies. You should contact the relevant college for details.

Prerequisites for getting into German colleges:

1. Having academic acceptance
2. Pass the entrance exam (Aufnahmeprüfung). The questions in this test are German grammar at   B1 or B2, mathematics, and perhaps physics. The final exam for leaving the college is also called Feststellungsprüfung.

Requirements for studying in German universities

There are various higher education centers in Germany. Universities (Universität), universities of applied sciences (Fachhochschule), and centers of higher education in the arts are all accredited in the German education system.

1. In universities or Universität, there is a greater emphasis on research and research. Some university centers teach engineering ( Technische Universität) and are closely connected to work and industry.
2. German higher education centers under the name Fachhochschule are actually universities that place more emphasis on the practical aspects of the fields of study. They offer most of the fields of engineering, economics, and finance. The graduates of these universities have excellent career prospects, and currently, many employers prefer Fachhochschule graduates to university graduates.

• Another type of higher education center in Germany is the Kunst und Musik und Film Hochschule, which is the same as art and music universities. There are about 50 of these centers in Germany.

Studying for a Bachelor’s Degree in Germany

The Bachelor’s degree in Germany lasts between 6 and 8 semesters, and studying at this level is free for all students (whether German or non-German).

The variety of majors at the Bachelor’s level is very large, and there is a chance to study all sciences and techniques at the Bachelor’s level.

After receiving a bachelor’s degree, a student can look for a job or continue his education at the next level.

The language of study at the undergraduate level is German, except in limited cases. Of course, non-German students can take German language classes at the university before entering and enter after passing the DSH or TestDaf exam. Language classes usually last 6 to 10 months and are offered at universities.

At the end of the Bachelor’s degree, a  B.Sc  degree is awarded to engineering or basic sciences students, and a  B.A.  degree is awarded to political, social, and human sciences students.

At the undergraduate level, students can study as guests for one to two semesters in American universities or other European countries.

Prerequisite for German Undergraduate Admission to Studies:

1. Diploma and pre-university degree
2. German language proficiency up to B1 level. Knowledge of the German language is a prerequisite for studying for a bachelor’s degree in Germany, and without it, the application for admission and the German student visa will not be approved.
3. If required to attend a one-year college course

Studying for a Master’s Degree in Germany

The next course is a master’s degree, which lasts between 2 and 4 semesters, depending on the field.

It is possible to study in English at this level, and having a  TOEFL or IELTS  certificate is required for English-speaking majors. For courses offered in German, one must advance to at least the B1 level of German in Iran and then participate in university language classes up to the level of DSH to be allowed to attend university classes.

Master’s degree studies are also entirely free.

Upon completion of this degree,  M.Sc  degrees will be awarded to engineering or basic sciences graduates, and M.A.  degrees will be awarded to social sciences and humanities graduates.

After completing a master’s degree in Germany, the student can enter the job market or pursue a doctoral degree.

Prerequisite for German Academic Admission to the Master’s Degree

1. Diploma and pre-university degree
2. Bachelor’s Degree
3. IELTS 6.5 or equivalent in the TOEFL if studied in English
4. B1 German language certificate if studied in German
5. Universities with a GPA requirement in Germany set an average of at least 14 and 15 for Iranian students. Of course, many majors and universities do not have a GPA requirement. Of course, the GPA requirement is not limited to a particular field and university. A university may set a GPA requirement for some of its majors, not a condition for others, and even a semester for a field. He must have a GPA requirement, and the next semester, he must remove this GPA requirement.
6. Other things, such as having an essay, work experience, knowledge of foreign languages, and passing various training courses, can be helpful in admission, but they are not required.

Finding Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree Courses in Germany

There are more than 17,000 bachelor’s and master’s degree programs in Germany. You can search for the courses you are interested in in the following databases:

1. DAAD Higher Education Compass: for courses currently offered in Germany;
2. International Programmes: For undergraduate and postgraduate courses conducted primarily in English for international students;
3. Ranking of the Centre for Higher Education (CHE): To compare the rankings of higher education institutions by CHE in each discipline;
4. Higher education institutions post all the courses offered on their websites, along with information about the courses’ content and how to apply.

Studying for a PhD in Germany

The last degree of education in Germany is a doctorate. A doctoral degree lasts between 3 and 5 years, and postgraduate students usually receive a monthly salary.

There are two ways to participate in doctoral programs:

1. Individual Doctoral Studies Model: Independent and free work on a thesis is carried out under the supervision and guidance of the professor for a period of approximately two to five years. In this method, one is limited to conducting one’s own research. You are not just at the university; you can do your project in a non-academic research organization or in the industry sector.

In this method, you should find a  PhD supervisor who likes your work and is willing to support you. Before you decide, see which university and higher education institution and which research area is best suited for you at  GERiT, which is the information portal of German research institutions.

1. Structured PhD Programmes: Often limited to three years, this method involves mentoring a group of students by a group of supervisors. The research proposals of these students should be coherent plans, and there should be a relationship between them.

Gaining admission to a PhD in Germany takes work. First, you must find a supervisor who has a project in your research area and convince him that you can help him advance his projects. The process usually takes a while, especially if you seek a PhD position in Germany abroad.

Finding a supervisor takes work, as professors often choose from many applications, preferably a student they know from previous courses. However, applying along with a good thesis plan will lead to your success.

Please note that to communicate with a professor, the necessary condition is that this professor has scientific activity not only in your field of study but especially in the field of the subject of your dissertation. Therefore, the preparation of the first application should be in such a way that the supervisor ensures the student’s scientific ability and purposefulness in the chosen topic, and he infers that his cooperation with the student is also for himself. It is with benefit.

If you can establish a relationship with Germany on behalf of your university of study in Iran, be sure to take advantage of this opportunity. The DAAD website can also help you find the right tutor.

During this period, the student conducts research and present their scientific results as a doctoral dissertation to their professors. Students who can successfully defend their doctoral thesis and excel in oral exams will be awarded a doctoral degree.

Prerequisite for German Doctoral Admission

1. Completing Master’s Degrees with High Grades
2. Proficiency in English or German (depending on the field and subject of the doctorate)
3. Thesis Proposal
4. Obtaining approval from a supervisor

Finding PhD Programs in Germany

You can search for your desired doctoral programs in the following databases:

 International Programmes: for international doctoral programs.

Germany: A list of doctoral programs specifically aimed at international students.

Research in Germany offers courses suitable for international researchers.

Study Medicine in Germany

Studying medicine in Germany and obtaining its highly prestigious degree globally will put you in a high position. Medical universities in Germany offer a variety of courses and majors to students at the lowest cost.

There are also many job opportunities in Germany after completing your medical degree that will provide you with financial security. The duration of the medical course in Germany, including the final German state exam, is six years and three months, and it is held throughout Germany. Therefore, knowledge of the German language is essential.

If you pass this exam, you will be granted a license to practice as a doctor.

German Language Certificate to Study in Germany

People who intend to study German must learn this language in Iran up to the level of at least B1. The German embassy in Iran requires a Goethe Zertifikat B1 to grant a student visa.

It should be noted that the Goethe-Institut Tehran exams consist of four modules: listening, writing, reading, and speaking. To pass each module, the learner must obtain a minimum score of 60, and the maximum possible score in each section is 100.

Iranian students must obtain their German language certificate from the Goethe-Institut Tehran/Tehran German Language Institute (DSIT) or the Austrian Cultural Association in Tehran (ÖKF)/Austrian German Language Testing Center (ÖSD) in Shiraz, the TestDaf  Institute and telc, and other language certificates will not be accepted.

In terms of the knowledge of the German language required to take the  DSH or TestDaF tests, it can be said that people who have learned German up to the level of B2 or C1 can take the  DSH and TestDaF tests and be accepted.

Each of the A1, A2, B1, B2, and C1  levels consists of three semesters. Those who succeed in obtaining a  B1  degree will be able to express their opinions, interests, and questions on a variety of issues. They will understand the important information that is being said in offices, banks, universities, or schools, as well as communicate their needs easily when traveling to Germany, Austria, or Switzerland.

Of course, as mentioned, Iranian students only need to learn German up to the B1  level in Iran, and the rest, from B1 to DSH, can be learned in Germany and enter the university after obtaining a DSH  degree.

The Impact of GPA on Academic Admission from Germany

Our experience has shown that a minimum GPA of 15 is required to gain admission to German universities. But if your GPA is lower, don’t despair!

Some German-speaking courses also offer admission to applicants with a lower GPA.

To act more safely, seek the help of experienced consultants in this matter.

The Impact of Age on Academic Admission from Germany

If you are one of those who think that age is just one number on your birth certificate and that it is never too late to continue your education, you are right.

Age does not affect obtaining admission to study in Germany, and the country’s universities do not consider this factor.

But age can be effective in getting a student visa, which is not very important, and if you have an academic gap, it can be filled with a work certificate. So, again, there is no need to worry!

German Student Visa

All international students need a study visa to study in Germany. In Iran, the sooner you apply for a visa, the better, as the visa processing and issuance process takes up to a few months.

Don’t enter Germany to continue your studies in Germany as a tourist! A tourist visa cannot be converted into a student visa!

Student visas are usually for three months. You must apply for a long-term residence permit at the  Alien Registration Office in the city where you intend to study.

Please read the German Student Visa page to learn more about this.

Student Health Insurance in Germany

Health and treatment insurance in Germany costs about 30 euros per month until the age of 30. After that, the monthly premium increases to 190 or even more.

In any case, you must determine your health insurance status before you travel to Germany. To register and apply for a residence permit, you must provide proof of health insurance.

When you want to collect your student visa from the German embassy,  you must obtain an insurance policy from an Iranian insurance company valid for 90 days. After arriving in Germany, you must also insure yourself with a German state insurance company.

The company insured you in Iran, and your university’s international office in Germany will help you along the way.

Obtaining a German scholarship is challenging but feasible

If you want to study in Germany, you are eligible for a scholarship under certain conditions.

The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) annually provides many scholarships for students to study in Germany. Currently, the institution only offers scholarships at the master’s, doctoral, and postdoctoral levels. Most German scholarships are posted annually in the DAAD  database.

The number of scholarships this organization offers to Iranian students every year has increased significantly in recent years.

Another way to get scholarships in German universities is directly from university professors.

Erasmus Plus is also the largest scholarship provider in the European Union, covering the costs of international students on the continent.

There are also many non-governmental scholarships offered by various foundations and organizations to study in Germany.

Ability to cover costs by working as a student in Germany

It can be claimed that the majority of students in this country, whether German or non-German, pay for their studies through student work in Germany. From working in stores, restaurants, and fairs to working in the university library, for professors, or in factories and industrial centers.

If you know German, you will increase your chances of finding a part-time job. But remember the regulations.

You can work for 120 full days or 240 half days per year. Anyone who wants to work more than this amount must obtain permission from the  Agentur für Arbeit (local employment agency) and the Auslanderbehorde (Foreigners’ Registration Office). The outcome of your application depends on the level of unemployment in the federal state.

There are exceptions for teaching assistant students. In Germany, people who work as teaching assistants at university are called  Hiwis (Hilfswissenschaftler). Teaching assistants may, for example, supervise the library or professors’ teaching and research courses.

The 120-day rule does not apply to teaching assistant students. There are no restrictions on these jobs at the university.

The provisions of the Labour Code apply very strictly to international students. Awareness of these regulations is essential: if you violate them, you will be deported.

Many factories and companies are connected to universities and tend to use students to advance their projects. This type of student work is called Werkstudent, and you can count on it almost from the third semester of your Bachelor’s degree onwards, as long as you are looking for it. However, this type of work is mostly available for engineering majors.

Suppose you are taking a language course or a preparatory course for university. In that case, you will only be allowed to work if you have received permission from the Federal Employment Agency  (Agentur für Arbeit) and the Migration Agency (Auslanderbehorde).

How much you earn from part-time work depends on your expertise and the city where you want to work. You’ll earn more in expensive cities like Munich, Hamburg, and Cologne, but your food and rent costs will be higher. Teaching assistants, production assistants in the industry sector, and temporary trade show workers often earn slightly more than the minimum wage.

If you earn less than €450 per month, you are not required to pay taxes. However, if you regularly earn more than €450, you must have a tax code. A certain amount will be deducted from your monthly salary, which will be refunded if you file a tax return at the end of the year.

It is possible to work and stay in Germany after studying

Depending on the length of your stay in Germany and your circumstances, you can obtain several types of residency after your studies.

After completing your studies in Germany, you can apply for a 12-18-month work visa. If you are employed, employed and have extended your residence for five consecutive years, you can apply for a German passport directly.

There are generally three types of post-study residency for students with different credits:

1.               Tuition: Free in most states

2.               Possibility of receiving scholarships: Yes

3.               Language of study: German or English