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Cost
of living
As a rule of thumb: around 660 euro per month is required for a course of study in Germany. The cost of living is relatively high in Germany – 660 euro allows a modest lifestyle and no more. The important aspect in any case is to maintain fixed costs, e.g. rent, as low as possible. Living in Germany is not cheap and an economically priced room, possibly in a student dormitory, can ease some of the financial strain.
As a rule of thumb: around 660 euro per month is required for a course of study in Germany. The cost of living is relatively high in Germany – 660 euro allows a modest lifestyle and no more. The important aspect in any case is to maintain fixed costs, e.g. rent, as low as possible. Living in Germany is not cheap and an economically priced room, possibly in a student dormitory, can ease some of the financial strain.
Accommodation
Looking for accommodation costs
much in terms of time and temper. And so it’s a good idea to do this well in
time. You should preferably obtain information before travel, in order to obtain
cheap accommodation.
Living
in Germany is expensive
A German ends up paying half of
his wages towards rent. If you don’t want to trust your luck, you can consider
several possibilities in looking for accommodation. Newspapers and
Notice-boards Offers of accommodation are available in local newspapers,
usually in the Wednesday and weekend editions. You can also advertise that
you’re looking for a room. Classified newspapers specialize in advertisements.
You could also find accommodation at your university. The “notice-boards” are
usually crammed with offers of accommodation..
For those who arrive in Germany
alone, flat sharing in so-called “WGs” (Wohngemeinschaften), is a good way to
get to meet people.
Shared-living Centers, University
residences, Estate agents Manyuniversity cities have shared-living centers
(Mitwohnzentrale) which help you find accommodation for limited periods on a
commission basis. University residences also provide accommodation. Anyone
looking for a flat through an estate agent must bear one thing in mind: two
months’ rent as advance is usually required. That is a lot of money and is not
worthwhile, particularly for a short stay. But if you’d rather deal with an an
estate agent, it’s important to remember that the agent should be a member of
the Ring of German Estate Agents (RDM). Student Dormitories The rooms here are
indeed often very small, but on the other hand the cheapest available. Many
dormitories now have bigger rooms and even offers for couples. The student
services furnish addresses and information on the admission procedure for the
student dormitories.
Earning
While Studying in Germany.
Jobbing between Lectures Foreign
students may work in Germany, even without a work permit. But students who are
not citizens of the European Union can only work for a limited period per year.
Most students can do with a bit of extra income. But it should be no more than
this, otherwise their academics are bound to suffer. It is important to note
that DAAD scholarship holders who want to work as well as study must get a
prior permission from the organization.
Get Help from Student Visa Expert
If you’ve already decided on an
institution contact Student Visa Expert to find out about the application
process and visa requirements. If you haven’t decided yet, let our Student
Councilors help you in selecting a course, enrolling to study in Germany, visa
application guidance and much more till your arrival in Germany. Living and
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Source :
http://www.studentvisaexpert.com/2013/01/study-in-germany-visa-guidance-details
