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So a tuition-free Masters in Mathematics in Germany sounds pretty intriguing. Has anyone here studied in the German system as an expat? What was your experience

So a tuition-free Masters in Mathematics in Germany sounds pretty intriguing. Has anyone here studied in the German system as an expat? What was your experience? Is it feasible?

x3ro 12y ago
I can't speak for myself since I'm German, but e.g. at the university and technical university in Hamburg there are lots of foreign students who seem to enjoy themselves :) I do not have any hard numbers at hand, though.
- Cyph0n 12y ago
  What are the living costs for a student couple in Germany? I'd really like to learn German and want to get a Masters degree soon. I could work while studying if I find a job.
  - kaybe 12y ago
    I live in a WG (a group rents a flat or a house and everyone gets a room, common kitchen and bathroom) and spend around 600€/month including health insurance (you need that, 70€/month, don't know about foreigners). Depending on the city, it's harder or easier to live on that because rent can differ a lot. (200-400€/room, I pay 250€.) edit: To clarify - the university requires you to have health insurance, but there is a special tariff for students. Students below 25 are mostly covered by their parent's insurance here, after that you need to cover yourself.
    - captaindiego 12y ago
      As a foreigner in Germany I can confirm the 70€/month is for foreigners as well (on a student visa)
pfalke 12y ago
I have attended Berlin Mathematical School, a joint program by the three renowned universities from Berlin. The program is specifically set up for foreign students and is absolutely feasible for foreigners! www.math-berlin.de
wk_end 12y ago
Currently finishing up my Master's in CS at a German school, Saarland University. The town the school is in (Saarbrücken, near Luxembourg) is extremely dull, especially with my rather poor German skills, but the education I'm getting is top-notch, and you can't argue with the price. Anything you're wondering about specifically?
captaindiego 12y ago
I'm an expat and just finished an english language masters program in engineering in Germany. It is feasible. Combining grad level studies, language studies, and part-time work can be a bit overwhelming at times. If you could avoid the part-time work, I'd recommend it. There are a lot of differences in the German education system that take a little adaptation.

So a tuition-free Masters in Mathematics in Germany sounds pretty intriguing. Has anyone here studied in the German system as an expat? What was your experience? Is it feasible?

x3ro 12y ago

I can't speak for myself since I'm German, but e.g. at the university and technical university in Hamburg there are lots of foreign students who seem to enjoy themselves :) I do not have any hard numbers at hand, though.

Cyph0n 12y ago
What are the living costs for a student couple in Germany? I'd really like to learn German and want to get a Masters degree soon. I could work while studying if I find a job.
- kaybe 12y ago
  I live in a WG (a group rents a flat or a house and everyone gets a room, common kitchen and bathroom) and spend around 600€/month including health insurance (you need that, 70€/month, don't know about foreigners). Depending on the city, it's harder or easier to live on that because rent can differ a lot. (200-400€/room, I pay 250€.) edit: To clarify - the university requires you to have health insurance, but there is a special tariff for students. Students below 25 are mostly covered by their parent's insurance here, after that you need to cover yourself.
  - captaindiego 12y ago
    As a foreigner in Germany I can confirm the 70€/month is for foreigners as well (on a student visa)

pfalke 12y ago

I have attended Berlin Mathematical School, a joint program by the three renowned universities from Berlin. The program is specifically set up for foreign students and is absolutely feasible for foreigners! www.math-berlin.de

wk_end 12y ago

Currently finishing up my Master's in CS at a German school, Saarland University. The town the school is in (Saarbrücken, near Luxembourg) is extremely dull, especially with my rather poor German skills, but the education I'm getting is top-notch, and you can't argue with the price. Anything you're wondering about specifically?

captaindiego 12y ago

I'm an expat and just finished an english language masters program in engineering in Germany. It is feasible. Combining grad level studies, language studies, and part-time work can be a bit overwhelming at times. If you could avoid the part-time work, I'd recommend it. There are a lot of differences in the German education system that take a little adaptation.