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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

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

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

Studying in Germany

Berlin or Hamburg? Which City to Study in, in Germany?

Berlin or Hamburg? A no-winner, decision-framework guide: subject before city, Berlin (startups/tech, arts, medicine/Charité, ~€664 rent) vs Hamburg (port/media/TUHH, ~€626 rent), job market, living and character compared + a quick "which fits you" d…

Halil Yaprakli

24 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

Visa & Residence

Working as a Foreign Doctor in Germany: Approbation, FSP & Kenntnisprüfung

Qualified as a doctor abroad? You can work in Germany — but via a recognition process: Approbation vs Berufserlaubnis, EU vs non-EU diploma recognition, the FSP (medical C1) and possibly the Kenntnisprüfung, B2+FSP language, Bundesland appointment qu…

Dr. Hasan Kaya

24 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

Visa & Residence

From Student Visa to Work Permit in Germany: Who Can Switch?

Converting a study residence permit into a work permit: the 2023–2024 reform removed almost all of the Zweckwechselverbot (only §19c(1) temporary work remains). Why Bachelor's students can't (yet) switch, while those with a foreign degree and Master'…

Dr. Filiz Özkan

22 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

Studying in Germany

Studying Automotive Engineering (Fahrzeugtechnik) in Germany: A Guide

Studying automotive engineering (Fahrzeugtechnik) in Germany: field overview & sub-areas, relation to Maschinenbau, the EV/autonomous transformation, recognised schools (RWTH Aachen/TUM/Uni Stuttgart/KIT/Braunschweig/Esslingen, table), duales Studium…

Hakan Kutlu

22 Jun 2026 · 6 min read

Studying in Germany

What to Do With a Political Science / IR Degree in Germany? The Job Market

IR/political science is a generalist degree: no single clear career path, a competitive market. Career paths, the salary reality, the 18-month job search and a strategy of specialization + internships + network + languages.

Gamze E.

22 Jun 2026 · 5 min read

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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

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

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

Berlin or Hamburg? Which City to Study in, in Germany?

Working as a Foreign Doctor in Germany: Approbation, FSP & Kenntnisprüfung

From Student Visa to Work Permit in Germany: Who Can Switch?

Studying Automotive Engineering (Fahrzeugtechnik) in Germany: A Guide

What to Do With a Political Science / IR Degree in Germany? The Job Market

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