Study abroad: More Indian students moving Germany, know why
Want to study in Germany: India is indeed one of the leading countries in terms of the number of students studying in Germany. The number of Indian students pursuing higher education in Germany had been steadily increasing over the years.
As per the recent reports, there are around 42,000 plus students, 25 per cent more within one year studying in Germany.
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German Ambassador to India Philipp Ackermann also took to his official Twitter handle and wrote, “Great! 42,000 Indian students in Germany, 25 per cent more within one year. India is now the No. 1 group of foreign students in Germany, much faster than expected! Germany is popular among Indian students - and Indian students are popular in Germany, I hear from professors very often.”
Great! 42,000 Indian students in Germany, 25 % more within one year. India now no. 1 group of foreign students in ????????, much faster than expected! Germany is popular among Indian students - and Indian students are popular in Germany, I hear from professors very often. ???????????????????????????????????? pic.twitter.com/bttqLImtT6 — Dr Philipp Ackermann (@AmbAckermann) August 10, 2023
Germany has a significant immigrant population from various countries, but India is one of the highest representation among them.
Studying, working and living in Germany has become a trend now due to the factors such as the availability of high-quality education, research opportunities, and relatively affordable tuition fees in comparison to some other countries.
Below are some reasons that made Germany so popular among Indian students:
Quality of Education: German universities are renowned for their high-quality education, advanced research facilities, and well-structured academic programs. Moreover, German universities are very keen on having Indian students and Indian talent in their country.
Affordability: Compared to countries, Germany offers relatively low tuition fees and living costs.
Job Opportunities: Germany has a robust economy and is home to numerous multinational companies. Students often find opportunities for internships, part-time jobs, and post-graduation employment.
Wide Range of Programs: German universities offer a diverse range of academic programs across various disciplines, providing students with many options to choose from based on their interests and career
Meanwhile, the German Ambassador to India said a growing number of Indian students come to Germany. "We have now 35,000, I have another 32,000 applications on the table of the embassy. That's quite a lot, actually. And unfortunately, we need a little time to process these applications. I know that some students might be a little frustrated that it doesn't go as quickly as they had expected, but I can tell you that, in principle, Indian students are very welcome in Germany," he had said.
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Keeping in view the rise in visas and immigration frauds, German Ambassador advised students to exercise caution when working with agencies, as some fraudulent agencies have been identified. He recommended that students from Punjab independently verify their documents and submit their applications directly, without relying on agencies.
- With inputs from agencies
