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Studying in Germany

German University Grading System and Exam Retake Rules New

German universities grade from 1.0 to 5.0, and 4.0 usually passes. But there's no national "three attempts" rule. Here's how retakes, Freiversuch, final failure and your residence permit really work, with 10 universities compared.

Halil Yaprakli

26 Sep 2026 · 24 min read

Studying in Germany

How the Bachelor's and Master's Thesis Works in Germany New

There is no single thesis process in Germany. Learn how Bachelor and Master theses work, from finding a supervisor and registering to AI rules, company theses and grading, with real examples from 10 German universities.

Halil Yaprakli

26 Sep 2026 · 23 min read

Studying in Germany

Where to Study Economics in German in Germany: From the Top Faculties to NC-Free Universities

Where to study a German-taught economics (VWL) bachelor: first the prestige order — Bonn, Mannheim, LMU, Cologne, Frankfurt — then the full list of open-admission universities. Plus the crucial admission difference between VWL and Wirtschaftswissensc…

Halil Yaprakli

18 Sep 2026 · 7 min read

Studying in Germany

Bürgeramt Appointment: Berlin, Munich, Frankfurt Quick Methods

If you're a new student in Germany or have changed cities, one of your biggest worries is definitely getting a Bürgeramt (Citizens' Office) appointment. Especially in large cities like Berlin, Munich, and Frankfurt, finding a Bürgeramt appointment ca...

Anna Schmidt

19 Jul 2026 · 10 min read

Studying in Germany

Is Studying Dentistry in Germany Worth It?

Dentistry in Germany is respected and well-paid — but for international students a seat is extremely hard: NC ~1.0, entirely in German, 7-8 years+. Is it worth it? Who it makes sense for, and when recognition or an alternative route is smarter — the…

Dr. Hasan Kaya

18 Jul 2026 · 6 min read

Studying in Germany

Bachelor's or Master's in Germany? Difficulty, Language, Jobs and Exam-Attempt Rules

How hard is it to study in Germany as a non-EU student, and is a Bachelor's or Master's easier? German-taught Bachelor's vs English-taught Master's, exam-attempt limits set by your examination regulations, freelancing restrictions and money reality.

Halil Yaprakli

16 Jul 2026 · 5 min read

Studying in Germany

How to Get a German Steuer-ID as a Student: IBAN and Bank Selection

You've just arrived in Germany, it's your first week, and confusing bureaucracy awaits you. Topics like Steuer-ID (tax identification number) and IBAN can seem urgent even before you've found a home.

Anna Schmidt

13 Jul 2026 · 10 min read

Studying in Germany

What Can You Do With a Communication/Media Degree in Germany? Job Market

A communication/media degree is broad but language-centred in Germany: German (C1) decides for German media/journalism/PR, while the digital marketing/content side is English-friendly and growing. Career paths: digital marketing, PR/corporate comms,…

Gamze E.

06 Jul 2026 · 5 min read

Studying in Germany

Getting Your Foreign Physiotherapy Qualification Recognized in Germany: Anerkennung

How is a foreign physiotherapy qualification recognized in Germany? Application, equivalence assessment, Bescheid, Kenntnisprüfung vs Anpassungslehrgang, B2/Fachsprachprüfung, the non-EU (Turkish) diploma reality and the §16d recognition visa — an ho…

Dr. Hasan Kaya

04 Jul 2026 · 5 min read

Studying in Germany

Economics Without German: English Master's in Germany

No German? Germany has plenty of English MSc Economics/Quant/Econometrics — tuition-free at public unis. Bonn/Mannheim want the GRE; jobs often need German.

Elif G.

03 Jul 2026 · 5 min read

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Studying in Germany

German University Grading System and Exam Retake Rules New

How the Bachelor's and Master's Thesis Works in Germany New

Where to Study Economics in German in Germany: From the Top Faculties to NC-Free Universities

Bürgeramt Appointment: Berlin, Munich, Frankfurt Quick Methods

Is Studying Dentistry in Germany Worth It?

Bachelor's or Master's in Germany? Difficulty, Language, Jobs and Exam-Attempt Rules

How to Get a German Steuer-ID as a Student: IBAN and Bank Selection

What Can You Do With a Communication/Media Degree in Germany? Job Market

Getting Your Foreign Physiotherapy Qualification Recognized in Germany: Anerkennung

Economics Without German: English Master's in Germany

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