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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

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uni-assist Application — VPD, Common Rejection Reasons & Solutions

80% of Turkish high-school/university graduates apply to Germany through uni-assist. What a VPD (Vorprüfungsdokumentation) is, who issues it, and why it gets rejected — a step-by-step guide with real community mistakes.

Halil Yaprakli

18 Jul 2026 · 6 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

How to Break Into Data Science & AI in Germany: Degree, Bootcamp, Switching

How to break into Data Science and AI in Germany: is a DS/AI master's the main road, who bootcamps (Data Science Retreat, neuefische, Le Wagon) fit, why a portfolio is critical, and which background you can switch from — an honest guide (2026).

Caner Türkdoğru

02 Jul 2026 · 6 min read

Studying in Germany

Is Studying Social Work in Germany Worth It?

Is studying social work in Germany worth it? High demand and stable, but German (C1) is the biggest barrier. Who it makes sense for — an honest reality check.

Gamze E.

01 Jul 2026 · 6 min read

Studying in Germany

How to Prepare for a Music Audition (Aufnahmeprüfung) at German Conservatories

German conservatoires have no NC — the audition (Vorspiel/Vorsingen, Vorsprechen for acting) decides admission. Repertoire choice, the process, the theory/Gehörbildung exam, a preparation strategy, common mistakes and a 12-month timeline.

Gamze E.

01 Jul 2026 · 6 min read

Studying in Germany

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

Studying in Germany

Data Science & AI in Germany Without German: English-Taught Master's

English-taught Data Science & AI master's in Germany really are plentiful and mostly free. Which universities, requirements, fees and the no-German trap — an honest guide.

Caner Türkdoğru

25 Jun 2026 · 7 min read

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Blog

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?

uni-assist Application — VPD, Common Rejection Reasons & Solutions

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

How to Break Into Data Science & AI in Germany: Degree, Bootcamp, Switching

Is Studying Social Work in Germany Worth It?

How to Prepare for a Music Audition (Aufnahmeprüfung) at German Conservatories

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

Data Science & AI in Germany Without German: English-Taught Master's

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