Study in English in Germany

For those who want to study in Germany but prefer studying in English to learn two languages or because they know to less German to study in this language it is possible to study in Germany in English language. More and more universities offer study programs in English language. Especially in the Master- degree English programs are widespread. But many Bachelor-programs are offered in English as well. These are often called International studies or have the addition International in their title. The programs economy and social sciences are offered in English very often but medicine, natural sciences and agricultural sciences become normal as well. The study programs are not only hold in English language but also set value on international aspects and content. For many international Students the study programs in English are a good opportunity to study in a different country and learn not only the national language in the free-time but also English during the studies. With these programs students that couldn’t visit a German language course before also get the chance to study in Germany.

Finding the right study program

To study an English program it is normally not necessary to fulfill language requirements in German language. Those who want to take the chance can search for the suitable program in two different ways. First they can look at the favorite university. The English programs mostly have English titles and therefore can be found easily. One can look on the webpage if the favorite university offers international programs in ones subject. Furthermore, one can look at the webpage of the DAAD ( German Academic Exchange Service ). They offer a list of all study-programs in English language in Germany.

If one already has concrete ideas what he or she wants to study, it is also possible to search with a program offered by the DAAD. This searches for the suitable study program. It also gives the most important information about the study programs and the contents. The page also offers links to the webpages of the universities and study programs. All information of DAAD is written in English what makes it easy for international students to get all the information without knowledge of the German language and to choose the suitable study program.

International programs are mostly offered to students that want to spend their total Bachelor or Master studies in Germany. For those who only want to study one semester in Germany it is better to go to a university with German courses. For this short time it is more efficient to learn the language while speaking and listening to it all the time. But these programs can also make exceptions and one can choose the right university and program for his own likes. Even when one is studying in English the time abroad in Germany is a great experience. It is possible to learn German in language courses and in the free-time with new friend from the university. At the same time one can take an international program and get fit in English.