Study & Research in Germany

International students sit laughing at a table in the university and study together.
© iStockphoto

You’d like to study in Germany? A great idea! We look forward to welcoming you! You’re not yet sure which university to apply to? You’re interested in doing a PhD and are looking for an appropriate programme? Are you wondering how to finance your stay, or how foreign students live in Germany and how they’re supervised? We’re happy to help!

Three international students sit with a map in the courtyard of the Altes Museum in front of the Berlin Cathedral.

Getting to Know Germany

Germany is an ideal destination for study and researching. It offers world-class higher education, bustling cities, a beautifully diverse landscape, and it welcomes people from all over the world.

More
International students learning together in the library.

Studying in Germany

Germany has many different kinds of universities, all of which offer excellent quality. But with so many to choose from, it's not always easy to navigate your way through the university landscape. We are here to help.

More
Researcher working with goggles in laboratory.

PhD and Research in Germany

Germany offers excellent research opportunities for EU/international PhD students and researchers.

More
Two young women with glasses stand next to each other and smile.

Testimonials

Keen on applying for DAAD funding, but you'd like to hear how others liked their stay? Here former scholarship holders from New Zealand talk about their experiences in Germany.

More
Student walks through the city smiling with the Berlin Cathedral in the background.

Eight steps to Germany

Germany is one of the most attractive locations for EU and international students worldwide. There are many different kinds of universities, all of which offer excellent quality. We help you to navigate your way through the university landscape in eight short steps.

More
International students sitting over study materials in the lecture hall.

Learning German

Learning German is worthwhile. Find out where and how you can improve your German.

More
Three wooden cubes with the letters F, A and Q lie on a laptop keyboard.

FAQs

Are you confused about CV formats? Language requirements? Eligibility? Research proposals? Find answers to the most common questions here.

More
Students walk along the corridor of a university in front of the notice board.

Advertisements by German Universities

Are you interested in courses and study programs at German universities? Take a look at these ads.

More
Logo of the Higher Education Compass in German

Higher Education Compass ("Hochschulkompass")

At the information portal of the German Rectors' Conference (HRK) German universities publish daily information about their study and doctoral programmes as well as their international cooperation.

More at hochschulkompass.de

Advertisements by German Universities

Study in Berlin - MBA & International Master’s Programmes

Our internationally recognized MBA & Master’s programmes will provide you with the knowledge and tools to conduct business in the global market.

More

FU-BEST Program: Elevate Your Study Abroad Experience

Explore Berlin, improve your German, and dive into diverse subjects with FU-BEST. Applications open for Fall 2024 – Your gateway to academic excellence and cultural immersion!

More

English-Taught B.Eng. Industrial Engineering with Work-Integrated Opti...

Are you fascinated by “technology made in Germany“? Would you like to study and put your newly acquired knowledge to practice by working in a company?

More

Kick-start your future career in Financial Management at Coburg Univer...

If you are interested in management and finance our premium MBA program Financial Management could be just right for you! The program features an optional Dual Degree from UniSC Australia and a Bloomb...

More

Apply to the TUM Global Postdoc Fellowship at Technical University of ...

The TUM Global Postdoc Fellowship is a funding opportunity for external postdoctoral scientists who are currently residing abroad and would like to start their research at TUM. For 24 months, we will ...

More

Truly international – Study at ESB Business School!

Do you want to study in the heart of Germany, Europe’s strongest and most dynamic economy? Come to ESB Business School at Reutlingen University!

More

Forster Summer School 2024 explores – sustainable future

Join us and explore sustainable future – concepts, conditions, chances in an interdisciplinary setting at the Forster Summer School 2024 in Mainz (Germany).

More

Apply now for the Master’s program in European and International Law (...

Boost your career now and study European & International Law together with students from more than 30 countries.

More
1/8

Contact

  • DAAD Lektorat Auckland

    VISITORS: 18 Symonds Street, Arts 2 Building, level 4, room 414, Auckand 1010 MAIL: University of Auckland, German, DAAD, Private Bag 92019, Auckland 1142 Telephone: +64 (0)9 923 8931