Education at state funded institutions is usually free or highly subsidised with very nominal tuition fees. However, the private institutions do charge tuition fees for bachelor’s and master’s degree programmes in Germany

You need not know German if you intend on enrolling in an international degree programme which would be taught in English. However, it is recommended that you learn German language at the earliest as it will help improve social acceptability and will be an added advantage in getting part time jobs while study in Germany and full time jobs on completing the course.

The Technical Universities (Technische Universität, TU) mainly impart theoretical knowledge. The courses are very academically inclined with varied subject groups. At a university, you can also pursue a doctorate (doctoral degree) which is not possible in a University of Applied Sciences. Universities of Applied Sciences (Fachhochschule) offer practice-oriented academic courses. The focus is more on professional application rather than theory and the training is adapted to the requirements of professional life. As at universities, the first degree is the bachelor's and the second is the master's. The range of subjects comprise fields such as technology, economics, social work or medicine. During the practical phases, which form part of the course and may last for one or more semesters, the focus is on work placements and project phases at companies in Germany and Abroad.

There are multiple ways to search for internships. Ask your University: There are career offices within the campus which help students get internships. A lot of the research is normally going on at the universities and openings are available and offered through the university to students. Go online: There are numerous websites dedicated to internship listings that can help a student to find an internship easily. Go through an Organization: There are organizations dedicated to facilitate students’ internships in Germany. Network: Professors, other students, family friends, etc., can help you find a good internship. Job Fairs: You can attend job fairs which not only cater to prospective employees but also to prospective interns.