Study in Germany

Types of learning institutions

Hochschule is the name for higher education. Under this, you can get the following institutions.

Fachhochschule – University of applied sciences.
Technische University – Technical University
University – for academics. They offer doctoral and research programs

Hochschule does not mean “Hoërskool” or “Secondary School”

Where to start

Dreaming of studying in Germany or looking for a Master’s degree in English? You’ll find oodles of valuable information and resources on the highly informative Study in Germany website.

Hochschulkompass

A great website to search for degree programs is the Hochschulkompass website. They also offer the option to choose the course language in the search function.
It is also a good source of information about Doctoral Studies.

Online Univeristies

Deutsch Uni Online – Online University in Munich

Uni-Assist

Uni-Assist is an organization in Germany that assists international students with their applications to German universities. They are associated with around 170 Universities. Its primary functions include:

Application Processing: Uni-Assist receives and processes application documents for its member universities. It ensures that applications are complete and meet the universities’ formal requirements.
Qualification Assessment: The organization evaluates the academic qualifications of international students to determine if they meet the eligibility criteria for admission to German universities.
Document Verification: Uni-Assist verifies the authenticity of academic documents and certificates submitted by applicants.
Pre-Check of Requirements: It pre-checks whether the applicant meets the general and specific requirements for the chosen course of study.
Forwarding Applications: After processing and verifying the documents, Uni-Assist forwards the application to the respective universities for further evaluation and decision-making.
Support and Guidance: Uni-Assist provides guidance and support to applicants throughout the application process, including answering questions and offering advice on required documents and procedures.

Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst

The Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst (DAAD), or German Academic Exchange Service, is a prominent organization dedicated to promoting international academic exchange and cooperation. Here are its primary functions and roles:

Scholarships and Funding: DAAD provides a wide range of scholarships and funding opportunities for international students, researchers, and academics to study or conduct research in Germany. It also supports German students and researchers in their endeavors abroad.
Information and Advising: The organization offers comprehensive information and advising services about studying and researching in Germany. This includes guidance on available programs, application procedures, and living conditions.
Programs and Projects: DAAD funds and supports various educational programs and research projects. This includes partnerships and collaborative projects between German institutions and international counterparts.
Promoting German Higher Education: DAAD actively promotes German higher education institutions globally, showcasing the quality and diversity of study and research opportunities available in Germany.
Language Programs: DAAD supports German language learning through various programs and scholarships aimed at enhancing German language skills among international students and researchers.
Policy Advocacy: The organization engages in policy advocacy to improve the framework conditions for international academic mobility and cooperation.