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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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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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Business Schools in Germany: Public or Private? Mannheim, WHU, Frankfurt School

Studying business in Germany: a free public university (Mannheim/Cologne/Goethe/LMU/Münster, competitive NC) or an expensive private business school (WHU/Frankfurt School/ESMT/HHL, English, strong network)? Fees, NC, English, MBA — an honest comparis…

Elif G.

30 Jan 2026 · 5 min read

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Can Foreigners Practise Law in Germany? Staatsexamen & Recognition

The biggest misconception: an LL.M. does NOT make you a lawyer in Germany. Becoming a Rechtsanwalt = two Staatsexamina + Referendariat (~7 years, entirely in German). A non-EU (e.g. Turkish) law degree isn't directly recognised; the real options are…

Elif G.

25 Jan 2026 · 5 min read

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Studying Economics (VWL) in Germany: A Guide for International Students

Studying VWL (Volkswirtschaftslehre) in Germany: how it differs from BWL, the math/econometrics load, German-taught bachelor vs. English-taught master, top universities like Bonn/Mannheim/LMU, uni-assist applications, the NC, fees, and DAAD scholarsh…

Elif G.

24 Jan 2026 · 5 min read

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Economics Without German: English 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

Business Schools in Germany: Public or Private? Mannheim, WHU, Frankfurt School

Can Foreigners Practise Law in Germany? Staatsexamen & Recognition

Studying Economics (VWL) in Germany: A Guide for International Students

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