THE LIFE OF AN INTERNATIONAL STUDENT IN GERMANY

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As a foreigner in a country you’ve never been to before, you might probably find it difficult to feel at home or to get used to the environment or even how things are done.

As an international student living and studying in Germany or planning to, there are quite some interesting facts you should take note of. Germany has a lot to offer aside from the success of the German educational system.

The Grace of Learning a New Language

I know quite a lot of us find learning a new language fun and interesting. Even if you don’t fall into this category, as an international student in Germany, there is a chance that you’d be tempted to learn the German language for better communication with people. The German language happens to be the most spoken language in the world and the most spoken native language in the European continent. With this, there is an open door of job opportunities waiting for you in German companies globally.

Work Opportunities Available on a Platter of Gold.

In Germany, international students are allowed to work part-time unlike in some other countries where there are restrictions but only for up to 20 hours a week or 120 days full days a year. This could help your employment experience and also help pay bills, reducing the burden on your finances.

You must also keep in mind that, international students aren’t allowed to be self-employed or to freelance and if you want to work past the limited hours, you are to take permission from the local employment agency and the foreigner’s registration office.

Here are some of the part-time roles you can lay your hands on in Germany, as an international student:

  •  A Tutor
  • A German Language translator
  • A Waiter
  • A Babysitter
  • A Writer
  • A Bartender
  • A Cashier
  • A Courier
  • A Library Supervisor at your academic institute
  • A Filling document officer
  • A Media Personae

 Read More on How to Fund Your Studies in Germany

A Chance for Exploration

If you love to travel around Europe and vlog, seeing new places and trying new things, I guess it’s a plus for you as an international student in Germany. There are lots of beautiful places to visit and new food to try, new culture and customs to learn and new friends to make. This gives room for socialization and cultural awareness.

A Low or No Tuition Fee

For public universities in Germany, the cost of studying is low or free. This makes it easy for international students to live and learn comfortably. 

The Standard of Living

The standard of living in Germany as an international student is quite low. The expenses of rent and other finances are affordable. With this, there will be enough to save and probably invest. Read here for more tips on how to live in Germany.

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How Do I Apply For Graduate Studies In Germany?

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Germany, a great country in North Central Europe, is the largest economy and the second most populous country in Europe. It is also famous for its generous approach to higher education. The country boasts of public universities which charge no tuition fees to students, regardless of nationality or continent. One should take note of the following before applying for graduate studies in Germany.

Academic Requirements and German Language Requirements

The most important document to provide for admission in Master’s Degree in Germany is a suitable Bachelor’s Degree. It does not have to be a German Bachelor’s Degree, but it still needs to be recognized by German universities. Universities usually require that your Bachelor’s degree is in a similar field (i.e. your major) as the Master’s program you want to apply for, the so-called “field of studies requirement”. In some cases, universities also require work experience as part of the application process. If you are interested in a PhD program, you must already have completed a Master’s degree.

Applying to Universities in Germany

Make sure to contact the university you want to attend directly for detailed information on the application requirements of their Master’s programs.

Costs Associated with Studying in Germany

Please check out Times Higher Education’s website for more information.

Finding the Right Degree Program

For all available degree programs offered at German universities, you can check the DAAD database and also Study in Germany’s website, as well as Hochschulkompass. If you would only like to see programs in English, visit the DAAD database for international degree programs. Make sure to contact the international office of the university you are planning on applying to for details.

So what are you waiting for? German universities are famous for delivering high-quality education and a lot of these universities even rank among the best in the world. By choosing to study in Germany, you can be sure to get an education that is well above the global average, which will come in very useful when looking for a job after graduation! Check out our services so we can support you through your graduate studies in Germany!

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How To Become Our Teacher Affiliate?

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Are you interested in making a side income? Or are you curious after having seen our publications on our Teachers Affiliate Programme? No matter the reason, we are here to share helpful information with you. Our Teachers Affiliate Programme allows teachers all around the world to make money by helping their students, or the families they know. As the COVID-19 crisis is slowly ceasing, students are thinking about studying abroad again. As it can be difficult for many people, you and we are here to help them. And you will get money by doing so. Let’s see how you can become our Teacher Affiliate.

Step 1: Fill Out Our Form

Don’t worry, it’s not that big of a deal. We simply ask for basic information, like your name and email address, or phone number. To register, please click here. If you need any information before making your choice, you can contact us via Facebook or LinkedIn. We will be glad to give you additional information.

Step 2: Become Familiar With The Interface

After registering, you will get your own account with access to all the data you need to evaluate your sales and income. For example, you will get an overview of the number of referrals you have made, your earnings, and the number of visits. It is also where you will get your personal link. Let us explain how to use it.

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Box you will use to generate your Teacher Affiliate links

As you see, the upper part of the box is the link to the page you want to advertise. So, for each page, you will get a different link. You will need to copy and paste there the link to the product or service you want to promote.

For example, if you want to promote our Ultimate Guide to Scholarships in Germany, you will have to copy this link: “https://kampuskonnekt49.com/offers/home/42-practical-study-guide.html” and paste it into the upper part of the box. Then, you will get your personalised link below.

When people use your Teacher Affiliate link, we know you made the sales. You will get up to 30% commission on the sales you make. To know more about your efficiency, you can visit the different sections available when you log into your account: Earnings, Referrals and Traffic. The Banners section gives you some links and content to share in order to attract customers easily. If you want to change your password, visit the Profile section to do it.

Step 3: Share Your Links

Now, you have the opportunity to change people’s lives. Maybe a family you know is struggling to offer a high-standard education to their children while being on a budget. Maybe your student is interested in Germany but doesn’t talk about it because he is lost.

To help your connections, you can first share our content. We publish free articles to give an insight into life in Germany. We also plan webinars to talk about different topics, such as becoming a scholar in Germany, for example. But to earn money, you have to promote our products. You will help people by promoting our e-books and services.

Indeed, to help students, we created two e-books that allow them to save thousands of dollars. We also propose diverse services to help them with their paperwork and everything they need. If they want personal advice, we can plan one-on-one consultations too.

In fact, we have a solution for each and every student. By sharing our products and services, you will make a difference.

Step 4: Make Money

After these few steps, you can start making money. Your sales are tracked forever. Even if you stop advertising our products, if someone clicks on a link you shared and buys our product, you will get your commission. In the Referrals section, you can see what products your customers bought. You will see what products you can advertise to make more money.

Becoming our Teacher Affiliate is a great way for a teacher to help people and share knowledge. In fact, we tend to be too individualistic and forget other people have problems too. But with this programme, you can help to give better access to education. This way, you will make family and students’ lives easier.

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Post-Study and Work Visas: What You Should Know About Germany

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According to research, the most consistent question amongst international students or prospective international students is about the Post-Study Visa situation of their country of interest. This article will show you the opportunities graduates get after their studies.

As an international student, after achieving a great feat of completing a degree, the next step is to figure out your next line of action. That is whether you intend to return to your home country or wish to explore Germany. You can immediately benefit from the post-study permit if you want to stay. It is very important to have carried out thorough research and planned this properly prior to this period. You will avoid last-minute disappointments that might disrupt your plan. This includes finding out if a Post-Study / Work permit exists. And if it does, it is necessary to inquire further if you are eligible for it. This is necessary in consideration of the fact that your student visa expires immediately after your studies. Hence the need to act fast.

Our primary focus here is to break down the Post-Study and Work permits available to international students in Germany.

First, there are two categories in which International students can fall into: EU (European) Citizens and non-EU citizens. The EU citizens are eligible to apply for jobs in Germany with no work permit. The job market treats them the same way as Germans. They get to enjoy the same privileges, tax advantages, etc. On the other hand, non-EU students can extend their residence permit for up to 18 months, to enable them to find a job relevant to their field of study.

In order to qualify for the Residence / Post-Study permit, you must be able to present the following documents:

  • A Certificate/Official document from your University verifying that you got a certified degree from their institution
  • Proof of health insurance
  • Document showing that you have sufficient funds to support yourself financially
  • A valid passport.
The deadlines

It is very important to note that time is of the essence in matters like this. Planning ahead is a major advantage to your application. The earlier send your application to the Foreign Nationals’ Registration Office; the better it will be for you to take full advantage of the 18 months post-study permit allocated to you. An 18 month post-study permit begins immediately after the institution release the final examination results. This only confirms our point earlier to plan ahead, and make the most of the opportunity.

Once the applicants find a job in their field of study, they have to upgrade to a work permit. If the applicants are interested in staying in Germany permanently, they would have to go further and apply for an EU Blue Card Residence Permit. They can do so as early as two years after receiving their work permit. The EU Blue card is a permanent residence permit for European countries which permits the applicants to live and work in whichever EU country they choose.

The obvious answer to your question is yes, Germany has a favorable post-study visa / Work visa policy which you are very welcome to explore with our step-by-step help.

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International Internships: how to get one without stress

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Kampus Konnekt49 with the European Centre for Career Education, ECCEDU, is bringing world class international internships opportunities to your doorstep. That’s right! We are partnering with the ECCEDU, a prominent educational provider based in Prague, the Czech Republic. Their method of teaching involves practical education delivered through real-life experiences and inspiration that perfectly balances university education. Basically preparing you for the challenges you might face in the professional world.


In fact, International Internships placements play a very crucial role in educational or career development and progression. Nothing beats hands-on experience to practice whatever skill you have gained or still gaining.


The ECCEDU 7-week program caters to students in IT, International Business, Law,
Architecture, design and all other programmes. If you fit perfectly into this description, then this is for you!

Most times, finding the perfect internship to match your skill set can seem like a herculean task. This ranges from searching, to availability and meeting deadlines, etc. Therefore, you should take advantage of this once in a lifetime opportunity presented to you, stress-free.

You stand to gain the following from the ECCEDU internship program when you enroll:
● Hands on training from globally certified experts in various fields.
● An opportunity to meet and build your network with high net worth individuals and companies. Companies like Siemens, Unicredit. Exxon Mobil, T-Mobile, Lego, DLA Piper, Clifford Chance, Allen and Overy, Dentons, etc.

So what are you waiting for?
Enroll now! The seats are limited!

You can also join us live on Instagram Saturday, 26th of February at 10am. Click here for more information.
See you there!

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Germany: What Does it Cost to Study There?

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A Guide for International Students

The cost of study has been a major discouraging factor for international students. As we know, individuals with great intellectual abilities seek growth academically. This article looks to explain what the cost of study in Germany looks like and gives plausible suggestions on how to capitalize on its privileges.

Germany has become an increasingly popular study destination, with almost 374,583 applications for the 2018/2019 winter semester session from over 180 countries. This increasing influx of students into Germany for study might be for several reasons. But the most reasonable as identified by the Kampus Konnekt49 is because Germany has about 50 universities with a global reputation as it concerns studying abroad. Along with the perceived low cost of living, little or no tuition fees and a comfortable environment. All this is well suited for dedicated study, not to talk about the fun-filled environment.

Is College Study In Germany Free?

As of 2014, 16 states in Germany abolished tuition fees for undergraduates and some selected postgraduate students from public universities. This implied that both domestic and international students at public German Universities paid absolutely nothing for tuition. Save only a small fee for administration and semester registrations.

There may be additional charges for the purchase of “Semester-tickets” which cover public expenses for 6 months. The price, however, varies with different Semester-ticket options. These are reasons the Kampus Konnekt49 confirms that the low cost of living is one of the major attractions for prospective international students.

With the drastic change in the global economy, however, this may not last forever. The southwest state of Baden-Württemberg reintroduced the payment of tuitions for all non-EU students as of autumn 2017. There is a great likelihood that other states would follow suit in the coming years.

Cost of Living in Germany

We bear in mind that even though studying in Germany might be free of cost or very low, one cannot avoid the essentials of living expenses. They can vary from city to city with Munich as the most expensive, having a living cost of €12,000 (~US$13,900) per year.
Rent is mostly the largest expense when considering living costs, although this is cheaper if you live in a shared flat or a student hall of residence. Their average rent is €280 (US$340).

According to statistics from DAAD, average monthly costs are estimated:

Food: €168 (~US$205)

Clothes: €42 (~US$52)

Transport: €94 (~US$115)

Telephone, internet and TV license: €31 (~US$38)

Work/study materials: €20 (~US$25)

Leisure activities: €61 (~US$75)

How Much Deposit Would You Need to Study in Germany?

It is a known fact that for you to get a student visa to study in Germany, you will need to show proof you have, or have access to, a certain amount of money. Now, this is for students that would require a visa only. If you are an EU citizen or citizen of Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway or Switzerland, you would not need a visa.

Other citizens, however, expect to pay €75 for a visa and have proof of fund or access to funds of €10,332 per year. This extra amount of money suffices to cover all expenses while studying (of course if spent wisely). But the application process can be sometimes tedious to even require a loan for low earners.

In conclusion, Germany is ranked 4th in universities with the greatest attraction for international students. This is because of several reasons, with free tuition being the most considered. Living expenses are very affordable compared to other European countries with a shared meal costing as low as €8-14. But the cost of living greatly depends on the area. Rent can also be very cheap when compared to other European countries. With these said; Germany is assumed to be of great attraction to prospective international students hoping to school abroad with a low budget.

Kampus Konnekt49 provides translation services for individuals who wish to study abroad or simply become a nurse. We also offer German classes for prospective students, support and consultations.

 

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What You Need to Know About Student Exchange Programmes

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A student exchange programme is an avenue for students from a secondary school or university to study abroad. One of their institution’s partner institutions organises it. The term “exchange” means that an associate institution proposes an admission to a student. This does not mean that the students have to find a counterpart from the other institution with whom to exchange. This “exchange” could be short-term or long-term. Each has its distinct focus and objectives.

A short-term exchange or STEP often lasts from one week to three months. During this period, there is an intensive exposure to the understanding of other cultures, communities, and languages.

We can usually apply for these programmes through various governmental and Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs). They are the ones that organise such programmes. Most times, their sponsors demand an oral presentation.

On the other hand, a long-term exchange lasts six to ten months or up to one full year. Students who intend to partake in this programme must have a student visa. The visa depends on the host country one chooses, as they may require further details or documents. For instance, guest students going to the US need a J-1 cultural exchange visa or an F-1 foreign student visa.

Students in long-term exchange programmes get to know a host family and integrate themselves into the local community and society at large. They have to speak and understand the host country’s language at least at a basic level.

Students also have to incorporate what they learnt into the development of their country. A typical instance of an exchange programme is Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange (a government-funded programme.) Likewise, The Council on Standards for International Educational Travel, a non-profit organization, commits to quality international educational travel and exchange for youth at the high school level.

The application process for long-term exchange programmes.

Long-term exchange programmes application and interviews take place 10 months before departure. But it can be only 4 months before in some cases. Applicants should be between the ages of 13 and 18. Some allow students older than 18 years of age in technical work-study programmes. They often require a preliminary or full application form, including fees, followed by a scheduled interview for the applicants. 

For high school students, a GPA of 2.5 or higher is mostly required. Candidates with the best performance in both academics and conduct have more chances of being selected to serve as ambassadors for their countries.

The organization, university or college defines the costs of the charges from their student exchanges. The costs vary depending on the country, duration of the study, and other private factors. Different programmes through the institution of choice may offer students scholarships that cover the expenses of travel and accommodation. They also cover the personal needs of a student.

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English Taught Master’s Courses in German Universities

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People all around the world know Germany for its remarkable standards of education at all levels. Do you desire an English taught course or discipline at master’s level? If yes, in this article you will get to know the universities that offer English taught courses at master’s and PhD levels in Germany.

Also, you will get to know the basic requirements of both state-owned and private institutions offering English taught courses at master’s level in Germany.

In fact, there are several universities in Germany offering this type of class. Numerically, about 180 universities in Germany have English taught courses, especially at Master’s and research levels.

As an applicant, you can choose a course in Applied Sciences, as well as other academic disciplines such as Public Relations, Business Administration, International Relations, Engineering, Computer Science. Both in state-owned or private universities. 

Indeed, public universities are tuition-free. But some public universities have few courses taught in English. Some universities teach them partially in German and English.

Moreover, International students should have at least 10,036 EURO in a German blocked bank account, to be granted a visa.

While private institutions are famous for many courses taught in English, they are quite expensive compared to public universities.

Here is a list of some public and private schools that offer English taught courses at master’s level.

          State Owned Universities

  • IUBH University of Applied Sciences
  • Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich
  • Technical University of Munich
  • Heidelberg University
  • The University of Freiburg
  • Hochschule Bremen -International Graduate Center
  • The University of Hamburg
  • The University of Bonn
  • Goethe University
  • The University of Stuttgart
  • Darmstadt University of Technology
  • TU Dresden
  • Technical University of Berlin
  • The University of Tubingen
  • Albert Ludwig University
  • Georg-Augusta University of Göttingen
  • Humboldt University of Berlin
  • Free University of Berlin
  • RWTH University

      Private owned institutions

  • Bucerius Law School
  • The Frankfurt School of Finance and Management
  • Hochschule Fresenius – University of Applied Sciences
  • IUBH University of Applied Sciences
  • Jacobs University Bremen
  • Kühne Logistics University
  • WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management
  • Witten/Herdecke University
  • The ESMT European School of Management and Technology—a business school based in Berlin.
  • EIT Digital Master School—a school specialising in all Digital and Computer Science-related Masters, Freiburg.

Entry Requirements for English Taught Programmes at Master’s Level

In fact, the key requirements for the English language programmes are like the programmes taught in German.

They include:

  • Certificate of complete secondary education
  • Good command of English / IELTS
  • Resume
  • Motivation letter

But, some public universities might request for completion of a general qualification test. This happens mostly when an international student’s country’s educational system is basically different from the system in Germany. Such applicants might be required to undertake additional training, such as preparatory programmes.

Do you need more information or a professional to guide you through your master’s application? Then fill our assessment form here to get started!