If you are looking to study abroad, you will probably consider the US, UK, or Canada. It's because you think they are the ones with better education and most importantly in English. And you are right about your consideration, but have you ever considered Germany for further education?

If you haven't yet done so, you should seriously consider studying at a German university. As people in Germany mostly speak German, you may think you need to study the German language. But the good thing is that you don't need to learn the German language; there are german universities that offer degrees in English. 

The advantages of studying at a German university in English are many. 370,000 international students have already made the wise decision to study in English in Germany.

However, be forewarned that there are hardly any undergraduate programs offered in English at German universities. Most English colleges offer only a Master's program. So if you wish to pursue an undergraduate program in Germany, you will most probably have to settle for what's available rather than being uncompromising about your choice.  

The advantages of pursuing a graduate program at a German university in English are:

• Many German universities have a good reputation for the quality of education offered
• German degrees get acknowledged across the world. 
• The cost of studying at German universities is much less than in other western countries.
• Many universities that offer tuition-free education 
• Excellent faculty
• Avant-garde infrastructure and facilities
• Affordable costs of living
• Good job opportunities
• Option to remain in Germany after finishing studies. 
  

Admission requirements at German universities

When you are applying for a graduate program at a German university in English, the requirements are similar to other international university admission requirements.

The following are the admission requirements:

• A recognized qualification
• Bachelor's degree certificate and other documentary evidence to prove that you have a bachelor's degree.
• Certified transcripts of your grades from previous education
• Transcripts from all the institutions that you have studied to confirm your grades and curriculum
• Proof of English Proficiency
• You will need to submit TOEFL or IELTS scores. The minimum acceptable TOEFL score is 80 or an IELTS score of 6.5. 
• GRE/GMAT scores
• Scores necessary for economics and business-related programs. Aim for high scores to stand the best chance of being accepted
• Motivational Letter (Statement of Purpose)
• It will be your personalized statement of why you have chosen a particular field at a specific University. 
• Reference letters
• Or letters of recommendation, which will give the admissions office an idea of your aptitude and competence
  

The cost of studying at German universities

‍Tuition fees are low in Germany when compared to other European and American universities. Besides, many 'no-tuition fee' degree programs are also available, which is a big attraction for international students and makes studying at German universities a viable proposition. You will still have to spend on other expenses, which will amount to € 700 or more a month.

Some of the best' no-tuition fee' German universities in English are:

• ‍‍Technical University of Munchen: https://www.tum.de/en/studies/fees-and-financial-aid/‍
• University of Bonn: 

  https://www.uni-bonn.de/studying/international-students‍

• University of Hamburg: https://www.uni-hamburg.de/en/campuscenter/bewerbung/international.html‍
• TU Darmstadt: https://www.tu-darmstadt.de/studieren/studieninteressierte/internationale_studieninteressierte/bewerbung_und_zulassung_international/index.en.jsp‍
• FAU Erlangen Nürnberg: https://www.fau.eu/education/international/from-abroad/
  

Undergraduate Programs At German Universities

University of Freiburg

Besides several Master's programs at the University, you can study the Liberal Arts and Sciences program for a

• Bachelor of Arts (BA)
• Bachelor of Science (BSc)
  

For more information about the undergraduate programs offered at this German University in English: English-taught degree programs — Student Service Center

Georg-August-Universität Göttingen

At this University, you can pursue undergraduate programs for a

• Bachelors in Molecular Ecosystem Sciences 
• Bachelor in Mathematics

And more.

For more information, download the list of courses taught in English:

English / international degree programmes - Georg-August

Leipzig University

This University offers many undergraduate program options like American Studies, British Studies, International Physics Studies, etc.

So you can pursue studies for a 

• Bachelor of Arts (BA)
• Bachelor of Science (BSc)

For more information about the undergraduate programs offered at this German University in English: Courses of Study

Berlin International University of Applied Sciences

The University offers undergraduate programs in Architecture and Business Administration. So you can pursue studies for a Bachelor of Arts (BA).

For more information about the undergraduate programs offered at this German University in English: Programs

Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences

The University offers undergraduate programs in BioScience and Health, International Business Administration International Business and Social Sciences, and International Relations.

 So you can pursue studies for a 

• Bachelor of Arts (BA)
• Bachelor of Science (BSc)
  

For more information about the undergraduate programs offered at this German University in English:

Bachelor's programmes | Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences

Graduate program at German universities in English

There are a few graduate programs that are offered more frequently in English at German universities. They are in Engineering, Natural Sciences, and Economics-related subjects.

The specific fields that you can choose to study at a German university in English are:

• Mathematics and Natural Sciences
• Economics
• Engineering
• Law
• Social Sciences
  

The following programs German Universities offer in English:

• Language and Cultural studies
• Medicine
• Art, Art Theory
• Sport
• Veterinary Medicine
  

Here are Some of the best German universities offering graduate programs in English

Hochschule Mannheim –University of Applied Sciences

This University has nine departments and about 550 international students.

For more information about the graduate programs offered at this German University in English: Master Courses - Hochschule Mannheim

Karlsruhe Institute of Technology 

With over 9,000 employees, this is one of the largest research and education institutions in Germany.

For more information about the graduate programs offered at this German University in English: https://www.intl.kit.edu/istudies/3160.php

Berlin International University of Applied Sciences 

This dynamic University has staff and students from 73 countries, making it truly international.

For more information about the graduate programs offered at this German University in English: Programs

Bremen University of Applied Sciences

Of the 19,400 students at this University, 13% are international students.

For more information about the graduate programs offered at this German University in English: Study Programs - Universität Bremen

Jacobs University

Students from over 120 countries study at this University. The University has a reputation for its research and training facilities.

For more information about the graduate programs offered at this German University in English: Graduate Programs

For information about international studies at German universities:

International Study Programmes in Germany 2021

To search for German universities offering programs in English:

International Programmes - Homepage