Why Study In Germany?

Germany is a European country hosting about 10.6 million people from all over the world. About 13 per cent of the people are migrants from Turkey, Poland and Syria. Germany is known for having a long and rich history, putting them at the forefront of European thinking, art and politics for more than a thousand years. Like any other country, life is pretty busy in Germany as well, however, there is generally a peaceful and quiet environment everywhere you go.

Universities in Germany offer world-class teaching and research making it the fourth most popular study destination for students. A range of course options is available in German Universities that gives students many options to choose from. Students pursuing their degrees in Germany are offered economic and political stability and assured that their German degrees are well-appreciated globally. Students pursuing their degrees in Germany are offered economic and political stability and it is also considered to be one of the safest countries in the world.

Attitude and Etiquette of the Local People:
German people are known to be hardworking, efficient and disciplined. They have a great sense of humour and appreciate ironic and cynical types of humour. Germans are known to be very punctual and organised people who love to plan things out and they usually stick to the plan no matter what happens. Traditions are very strong among Germans, they strongly hold on to traditions and do not easily shift from them.

Part-Time and Post-Study Work Opportunities

Germany offers a wide range of job opportunities for students to earn while studying that range from wait staff to private tutors but each comes with some restrictions.

Students from the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland have unrestricted access to the German labour market and have the same rights as German students. If they work for more than 20 hours a week, they will need to pay a certain amount for insurance contributions.

For students from other countries, certain legal regulations need to be followed. International students can work for 120 full days or 240 half days per year and are not allowed to work as freelancers or be self-employed. The students will need permission from the Federal Employment Agency and the Foreigner’s Office. The permissions will depend on the labour market.

Foreign students in Germany can look for part-time jobs with a minimum wage of almost €9/hour while studying to support themselves with financials. The laws for part-time work are:

20 hours per week during their academic session
Possession of a work permit
Jobs within a university allow students to work for more hours but these jobs are not easy to get.
After graduation, the student can stay in Germany for up to 1.5 years to look for a job. A residence permit is issued for studying and can be converted to a residence permit for work. Industrial jobs in Germany pay good money to their employees. Students with relevant qualifications and experience can get a chance to work in these industries. But the most demanding jobs in the country are in the lines of science, engineering, business, healthcare, and teaching.

Permanent Settlement
There is a possibility of attaining a permanent residence in Germany after two years. It applies to students who graduated from Germany and worked in the country for two years. The requirements are simple if an individual can understand and conservatively follow the application process. The requirements for a permanent residency in Germany are:

Completed application form
Valid passport
2 biometric photos
Academic qualifications
Previous employment evidence
Employment contract
Previous freelance work evidence
Accommodation and registration proof
Residence permit
Social contributions payment evidence
Tax documents
Evidence of current employment


Settlement Visa for those who have completed university or vocational training in Germany

A settlement visa in Germany can be applied for if:

You have held a residence permit for employment as a qualified professional for at least 2 years
You are employed at a job for which you are qualified
You have paid into the statutory pension insurance fund for 24 months
You possess sufficient knowledge of the German language (B1 level) as well as the legal and social orders of the German way of life.