Prospects after graduation Have you graduated or are you about to graduate from university in Germany? Here are some suggestions for what to do after you graduate. Take up qualified employment Germany is an attractive country to work in. The economy is stable, working conditions are good and the social security system offers protection for you and your family. German companies are always looking for skilled workers and well-educated professionals like you. Are you about to graduate and have not...

Providing proof of secondary and academic qualifications Would you like to study in Germany? Find out in advance whether your school-leaving certificate suffices for enrolling in a German university. Recognition of secondary and academic qualifications If you would like to study in Germany, you will need a university entrance qualification . You can check the DAAD database on admission requirements to find out if the qualifications from your country of origin are sufficient for enrolment, or if...

Attending first language courses Learn German to pursue your studies successfully. Depending on the course of study, language skills may even be a requirement. If you apply for a course of study taught in German, you must provide proof of being proficient in German. The relevant certificates are the DSH (German language examination for the admission of foreign students to higher education institutions) and the TestDaF (examination for German as a foreign language). Students who have passed the t...

Securing funding Be well prepared for your studies: Make sure that your are able to support yourself financially during your time in Germany. The question of financing your studies in Germany is vital. If you come from a country outside the EU/EEA and need a temporary residence title for the purpose of studying, you have to prove that you have the financial means to study and live in Germany. To this end, you can set up a blocked bank account in Germany with a minimum amount of €11,904 (as of...