Study & Research in Germany

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!

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View into the World

Getting to Know Germany

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

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Study Stay

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.

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Completing a PhD and Researching

PhD and Research in Germany

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

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Making Preparations

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.

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German Language Skills

Learning German

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

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German University Landscape

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Info Portal

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

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An international experience in Germany

Ghanaians in Germany

People from all the countries of the world live here. Out of the 82 million inhabitants, some 8 million have an international or migrational background.

DAAD Ghana Newsletter

July 2022 (Special Edition)

In this issue: My time as Director in Ghana: Lena Leumer | Alumni Spotlight: Prof. Kennedy A. Alatinga | Updates on Scholarship Database | Artificial Intelligence: Opportunity for PhD/Postdocs | Breaking the glass ceiling: First female Vice Chancellor for UHAS | Summer School 2022: African Centre for Career Enhancement & Skills Support (ACCESS)

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My GUIDE helps you find the right study programme in Germany

My Guide

Based on your academic background and interests, My GUIDE will find suitable study programmes for you. Check your entrance qualification and contact your favourite university.

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