Free Education in Europe

European (Scandinavian) countries have a tradition to provide free education. Initially all the education programs were available in local language. Since last few years, when they realized the importance of internationalization, they started offering programs in English also. Now majority of their Master degree programs are available in English as well as a few of their Bachelor programs are also available in English.

We have several programs like PhD, Masters, Bachelors in various subjects like Arts, Commerce, Business, Management, Engineering, Biology, BioTech, Chemistry, Design, IT, Computer Science, Physics, Earth Sciences, Agriculture, Health Sciences etc. available in countries like Germany / Sweden/ Norway / Belgium / France etc. These programs are available for Free (No Tuition Fee) or at a very subsidized fee structure and the medium of instructions is English. The standard duration for all Master degree programs are 2 years, Bachelors are for 3 years.

There are many advantages available in Europe comparing to US/ Canada/ Australia etc. apart from Free programs like :

1. Schengen Visa : Liberty to move around almost entire Europe without Visa constraints.


2. Extended Visa : You get an 1 year extension after completion of your studies to find employment.


3. Employment : All these country are prime business nations and facing negative population growth, so chances of getting employment after studies are even higher than US/ India/ Aus / Canada.

4. Work Permit : If you secure an Employment, you'll immediately get 3 to 5 years work permit.


5. Prosperity : These countries have almost 100% literacy as well as per capita income higher than even US.

6. Safe & Secure : Most of these countries have a crime rate of almost zero.


7. Development : Most of these countries are technologically very advanced and their infrastructures are better than the best.

8. Credentials : All the qualifications are world wide recognized and acceptable.

9. ECTS : All European syllabuses are same. You can change uniersities without losing credits.


10. English Advantage : All MNC's working there or European MNC's working in English speaking countries always prefer employees who can speak English.

11. Education Standards : European standards are very high and their integration of Education with practical application are very advantageous.

12. Living : Indian students can find it cheaper than US/ Canada/ UK if they stay in groups & prepare own food.

13. Part time work is allowed upto 20 hrs/ week.

14. Permanent Settlement options

15. No SAT/ GRE / GMAT required for most of the programs. Although IELTS or TOEFL is desired.


There are a few dis-advantages or drawbacks:


1. Food : Vegetarian students find it difficult to survive without preparing their own food.

2. Language : Almost every country in Europe has their own language, which takes some time to understand.

Living Expenses :

Indian students who live in groups and prepare their own food can survive in Euro 300 to Euro 500 per month.

Students who live independently may have to spend Euro 500 to Euro 750 per month.

Why Study in Sweden / Germany?

No Tuition Fees for most courses.
Now many courses are available in English.
Internship opportunities are available in Multi National Companies.
All courses are recognized worldwide including India.
Flexible approaches to studies.
Schenegen visa opens the doors for all European countries.
Great opportunity to save money.
No Visa Hassles. Visa Conditions are relatively very easy.
Very low living expenses (approx. 300 Euro/ month)
Part Time Jobs are available. (up to 20 hrs./ week)
Good career prospects, ample placement opportunities.
Hundreds of course options available.
Ph.D. opportunities are available after PG.
All Universities in German & Sweden are equally ranked & the courses have recognition worldwide.

Fields of study

•Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Civil, Computer, Aeronautical, Automobile & many more)
•MBA (Finance, International Business, European Asian Bus. Mgmt, Supply Chain Mgmt.)
•Public Health, Medical Engineering, Medicine
•Environmental Science
•Economics, Law
•Natural Sciences
•Social & Cultural Studies, Psychology
•Agricultural & Forestry, Regional Planning

Note : MBA & some other programs are normally paid programs or available in German Language.

Intakes (Session starting dates & deadlines)

Entry requirements for admission

Minimum First Division Marks
English Proficiency: TOEFL (213) or IELTS (6.0)
German Proficiency: Undergraduate -> DSH or TestDAF
First come first serve basis

Documents requirement for application (10 sets)

Monthly Living Expenses

Earning Potential

Visa Requirements

Financial support documents:

A Demand Draft of Euro 7200 in the name of the student and payable in Germany.

Loans

Can be availed from nationalized banks @ 9.75% to 11.00% p.a.

Highlights

Students can travel in and around the European Union on the Schenegen Visa.

Students can stay for 1 year( or 2 years) after their course of study to find work.

German Government’s new policy encourages Indian manpower for Immigration.

German education standards are at par with World’s best education standards.

Germany funds all prospective research scholars.

Germans have won maximum no. of Nobel prizes. 

HeadStart - Germany / Sweden / Belgium – Education Package

1. Counseling for Course Selection
2. Professional Counseling for Future prospects
3. Application to Universities (3 to 10)
4. Document arrangement for Application
5. Guidance for preparing SOP, Resume, LOR
6. Visa File Preparation, Assistance & Guidance
7. Assistance to avail Study Loan, Medical Insurance, International Bank A/c., Air Ticket, Foreign Currency,
8. Post Landing Services (Subject to availability)
9. IELTS/ TOEFL Coaching Program*
10. GRE/ GMAT Training Program*
11. German/ Swedish/ Italian/ French Language Training*

Under Graduate Programs :Euro 2000 (1 Euro = INR 60)

Under Graduate Programs (BBA/Engineering/English Medium) :Euro 3000 (1 Euro = INR 60)

Under Graduate Programs (Medical) :Euro 4000 (1 Euro = INR 60)

Master’s / Diploma Programs :Euro 2000 (1 Euro = INR 60)

MBA / Masters (English Medium) Programs :Euro 3000 (1 Euro = INR 60)

Ph.D. Programs :Euro 2000 (1 Euro = INR 60)

* We charge Euro 1000 as Advance payment for all programs.
* Training / Coaching Fees not included.

FAQ on Education in Germany - General

• What are the different types of Universities in Germany?

For studying in Germany can choose between universities and university-status institutions, such as the technical universities, or the Fachhochschule institutions, or the colleges of art, music and film. All state-maintained higher education institutions are open to students of all nations.
Which German Universities are Reputed?
Its a difficult to answer this question, there is no specific ranking system. Some magazines like Spiegel in Germany publish university ratings every year, the other one I know is from HUMBOLDT

• When is the deadline for applying?

There are two semesters Winter & Summer. So, depending on the University the session either in winter or summer. Hence plan to apply before one year of your desired starting time.

• How much is the Tuition fee?

Until now there was no tuition fee in Germany, now government and universities have decided to collect tuitions fees (some Universities still have no tuition fees at all) varying from 500 Euros till 2500 Euros per semester depending on course, university etc. So please check respective universities for complete information. Normally, English medium programs carry a tuition fee ranging between Euro 2000 to Euro 12000 p.a.

• Do I need TOEFL or GRE Score?

Usually not, but some universities may ask TOEFL/ IELTS for English competence
What is the medium of Instruction?
It can be in English or in German. Mostly, undergraduate programs are in German Language.

• Do I need German language?

If not for education (depending on whether medium of instruction is in German or English) for social life I believe one should definitely learn basic German language.

• Where do I learn German language?

One can find Goethe  (Max Muller) Institutes in your respective countries. Though it is always advisable to study in Germany as it is easier and faster to grasp the language there.

• How much is the living expenses?

Depending on the city the costs vary though on an average 400-500 Euros per month should be sufficient. (200 - 250 Euros House Rent + 60 Euros Insurance +  100 Euros Food + 50 Misc.). The figures given are rough estimate it can vary depending on the city / person etc.

• Can I work as a Student?

Yes, up to 18 hours per week, and up to 2 months full time - Including doing 3 months full time job as a student per year.  But one needs to get work permit for working as a student. Part time student job fetches about 8 to 10 Euro per hour.