Universität zu Lübeck

It's important that your degree appears as 'equivalent' or 'conditionally equivalent' in the Anabin database. If it doesn't, you need to carefully check the application requirements of the German university you're interested in. In some cases, you might need to take additional courses or meet specific conditions to pursue a master's in a different field. The best way to navigate the recognition process is to contact the DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service) or the international offices of the universities.

First, try to obtain a copy of your high school diploma or an official document you can get via e-devlet (Turkey's e-government portal). If that's not possible, explain your situation in a detailed letter to the International Office of the university you're applying to, or to the Studienkolleg (preparatory college). State that you are an earthquake victim and this situation prevents you from accessing your documents, and ask them to suggest alternative solutions (e.g., an official letter from your school, an e-devlet document). Organizations like the DAAD can also provide guidance in such special cases.

No, it doesn't necessarily have to be mechanical engineering. Universities in Germany can accept you into master's programs in related fields (fachverwandt) or different areas, provided you meet specific prerequisites. For example, you could pursue a master's in energy engineering, production technologies, materials science, mechatronics, automation, or industrial engineering. You should carefully review the admission requirements (especially the courses and credits on your transcript) for each program you apply to.

To study psychology for a bachelor's degree in Germany, you generally need a high school diploma and a specific grade point average (Numerus Clausus - NC). A 2-year associate degree might not be sufficient to start a bachelor's directly; you're usually expected to have completed a Studienkolleg (preparatory college) or a certain portion of a 4-year bachelor's program in Turkey. For German language, a C1 level (documented by exams like TestDaF or DSH) is typically required. Since each university has its own specific admission requirements, checking the official website of your desired university is critically important.

One of the most common accommodation options for students in Lübeck is the student dormitories operated by Studentenwerk Schleswig-Holstein. It's recommended to apply for dorms as early as possible. You can also find shared apartment (WG) rooms on online platforms like WG-Gesucht.de, Immobilienscout24.de, or through university notice boards. While Lübeck has more affordable rent prices compared to Germany's larger cities, finding a place can become challenging, especially at the start of a semester.

For students staying long-term in Germany, getting German public health insurance (gesetzliche Krankenversicherung) is the most sensible and usually mandatory option. International travel insurance you get in Turkey is generally not accepted for German student visas and residence permits. Once you arrive in Germany, you'll need to contact a German health insurance company (e.g., TK, AOK, Barmer) to complete your insurance procedures. This is both a legal requirement and ensures seamless access to healthcare services in Germany.