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Why German, Why Germany?

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… 101 million people speak German worldwide?  
… German is the most widely-spoken language of the European Union?
… the number of German pages in the internet takes second place after English-speaking pages?
… Germany is ranked 3rd worldwide for the number of books published?
… in Germany there are currently more than 250,000 international students?
… Germany has the largest economy in Europe and the 3rd largest in the world?
… Germany has a rich cultural scene, with about 120 opera houses, more than 350 theatres, and more than four thousand public museums?

German isn’t only an important language for business, but also one of the most important languages for academic and cultural affairs, too. Last but not least, Germany is a fantastic and diverse travel destination!

Why study in Germany?

  • German universities maintain a high academic standard
  • Germany has more than 300 universities and more than 13,500 Bachelor and Master degree programs
  • You can study in Germany even if you only speak little or no German! Currently, there are almost 1000 International Degree Programs (IDPs) offered partially or completely in English
  • The high quality of a German university degree is recognized worldwide
  • German research is often ranked among the highest in the world, and many Nobel Prize winners conduct research at German institutions
  • Tuition fees in Germany are very low, and international students are required to pay the same fees as domestic students. On average, German tuition fees are approx. 500 Euros per semester. Many provinces don't charge tuition fees at all! Tuition fees for Master’s programs can vary based on the subject area of specialisation and the institution.
  • In comparison to other EU countries, Germany’s cost of living is moderate
  • Germany has a very high standard of living. It is ranked fourth in the world following France, Australia, and Switzerland. For more information, visit International Living magazine's 2010 Quality of Life Index: http://www.internationalliving.com/Internal-Components/Further-Resources/quality-of-life-2010