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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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Law Without German: English-Taught LL.M. Master's in Germany

No German? Germany has plenty of English LL.M.s: Bucerius (private), LMU, Heidelberg, Cologne, Frankfurt, Humboldt, Passau, Mannheim. Public is tuition-free, Bucerius is pricey. Note: an LL.M. does NOT make you a German lawyer.

Elif G.

30 Jun 2026 · 6 min read

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Studying Law in Germany as a Foreigner: Staatsexamen vs. LL.B./LL.M.

Studying law in Germany as a foreigner is possible but one of the most language-intensive paths: Staatsexamen (Volljurist, ~7 years, Referendariat) vs. LL.B./LL.M. (won't make you a lawyer), the reality of legal German & Gutachtenstil, the NC (easier…

Elif G.

25 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

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Working as an Economist in Germany: Research, Policy, Finance

An economist's (VWL) career in Germany: research institutes (ifo/DIW/ZEW), central banks (Bundesbank/ECB), ministries, finance, consulting and data. Honest on salary, the PhD and German.

Elif G.

20 Jun 2026 · 5 min read

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What Can You Do With a Business/BWL Degree in Germany? Job Market & Careers

A business/BWL degree is versatile in Germany: consulting, finance (Frankfurt), Big 4, DAX corporates, marketing, entrepreneurship. Trainee programmes and Big 4 are the most open entry doors; after graduation up to 18 months to find a job → work perm…

Elif G.

07 Jun 2026 · 5 min read

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Working in Business, Consulting and Finance in Germany: Salary, Blue Card, Market

Working in consulting, finance, Big 4 and the DAX corporate world as a business/BWL graduate in Germany: sectors, roles, realistic entry salaries (~€45-55k), the Blue Card threshold and why German is a must in most roles — an honest guide.

Elif G.

04 Jun 2026 · 5 min read

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Business in Germany Without German: English-Taught Master's

A business master's without German is realistic: English-taught Management/Finance/Marketing/Analytics programmes are plentiful, often free at public universities (~€150–350/semester, BW ~€1,500), private ~€20–40k. Requirements: bachelor's + IELTS/TO…

Elif G.

03 Jun 2026 · 5 min read

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What to Do with an Economics (VWL) Degree in Germany: Job Market & Careers

What doors does an economics (VWL) degree open in Germany? Research, central banking, policy, data science and finance; entry salaries and the 18-month post-graduation job-search permit — an honest guide for international students.

Elif G.

11 Apr 2026 · 5 min read

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Working in Law in Germany Without Becoming a Lawyer: Alternative Careers

The Volljurist is not the only path: Wirtschaftsjurist, compliance, LegalTech, consulting, in-house, international organizations and tax. Concrete paths, salaries and honest truths of a legal career without the bar.

Elif G.

22 Feb 2026 · 6 min read

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What To Do With a Foreign Law Degree in Germany: The Job Market

Your foreign law degree will not make you a lawyer in Germany, but it is valuable: an LL.M. for specialisation, international roles, compliance and commercial law. A realistic strategy with German, networking, an internship and the 18-month post-grad…

Elif G.

06 Feb 2026 · 6 min read

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Economics Without German: English Master's in Germany

Law Without German: English-Taught LL.M. Master's in Germany

Studying Law in Germany as a Foreigner: Staatsexamen vs. LL.B./LL.M.

Working as an Economist in Germany: Research, Policy, Finance

What Can You Do With a Business/BWL Degree in Germany? Job Market & Careers

Working in Business, Consulting and Finance in Germany: Salary, Blue Card, Market

Business in Germany Without German: English-Taught Master's

What to Do with an Economics (VWL) Degree in Germany: Job Market & Careers

Working in Law in Germany Without Becoming a Lawyer: Alternative Careers

What To Do With a Foreign Law Degree in Germany: The Job Market

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