What should you do before applying for a Bachelor Degree? There are…
What should you do before applying for a Bachelor Degree?
There are a few important steps you need to take before applying for a Bachelor Degree. First you need to make sure the course you want to study and narrow it down to the university, then check the requirements, learn the German language if necessary and prepare financially for Munich. But if you are applying for a Master Degree, then you also have to do a lot of research and choose the University and the Master program, check the requirements, take a language standardized test (German or English) and prepare financially, which is pretty similar to the Bachelor process.
Where do most international students in Munich come from?
Most international students in Munich come from: Austria (12%), Italy (7%), India (5%), China (5%), Russia (5%), Bulgaria (4%), the USA (4%), Colombia (3%) and France (3%). As you can see a lot of them are from low-income, non-EU countries.
Are there any opportunities in case you get rejected?
Keep in mind that if you get rejected there are many ways to get through it, maybe you will find better opportunities for your career. Rejection is something everyone experiences and do not let it keep you down!
Why did I not get accepted by my chosen university?
If you get rejected by all of the universities you applied to, sit down and think through the reason for it. Gather information as much as you can so you can improve the next time you apply. We recommend talking to your school counselor!
How much funding will you need in order to live and study in Munich?
Depending on your lifestyle as an international student, you will need around 10,000 to 15,000 to fund your studies and living costs. Even though Munich is quite expensive compared to the other cities in Germany, as an international destination it is one of the cheapest. 2/3 of international students were happy with the costs and the level of their academic studies in Munich.
Can working hard help you live in Munich?
Being a hard-working students coming from far away to Munich is a stressful process but it is not impossible. Fortunately, Munich offers so many opportunities that you will find yourself somewhere as long as you work consistently.
Each university has its own requirements. For an undergraduate degree in Munich usually what you need to be able to apply is: a high school qualification, an entrance qualification, transcript of your previous grades, German or English language proficiency, motivational letter/references/CV and copies of ID documents. Generally, universities in Munich have similar requirements. For a postgraduate degree the main requirements are: certificate of your Bachelor Degree, transcript of your undergraduate studies, in very competitive universities there will be an interview, language proficiency scores, standardized postgraduate admission test, motivational letter, references and copies of ID documents.
Why should you choose the right place to study in?
As an international student coming from a low-income country, it’s important you choose the right place and university for you. Munich is one of the best places to be in as an international student due to the opportunities that it offers, not only for studying but for working as well. It also helps a lot that it’s a beautiful place and the living expenses are rather modest.
