Study In Germany

STUDY IN GERMANY

Germany is emerging as a favorite destination for people willing to pursue their higher studies. The number of foreign applicants applying to Germany in seek of higher education is steadily increasing year by year and term by term. The universities in Germany are of very high standards in terms of world ranking, reputation and  international acclaim. The learning experience in Germany is not restricted only to the class room interactions. The Germans are of the opinion that, a lot of learning comes not from the Professor-student relationships but also peer-peer interactions. Hence the university selection committee in every university strikes a perfect balance to have students from all countries and all backgrounds.

Germany is also known for its industrial hub (Frankfurt, Munich, Stuttgart, Hannover, Bonn, etc.) Many world famous German companies such as Mercedes Benz, BMW, Audi, Porsche, Volkswagen, Siemens, Bosch, SAP etc, provide excellent career opportunities to one and all, irrespective of their nationality. Thousands of supplier companies to these big giants also keep their doors open to the international talents. The research projects in the universities by and large depends on the funding provided by three main sources: The German Government, the industry, The European Union (EU). Since all these three factors are largely unaffected by the external influences, the research funding for the projects have literally no bound. Hence Germany is indeed one of the best places for researchers from any discipline. Admission is now open for the 2013 and 2014 Entry.

Advantages and Benefits of Studying in Germany

Below are a very few advantages of studying in Germany;

1. You really don’t have to study in the German Language. You can study in German English Universities. Although, you will need to understand some German language to enable you communicate very well, many people in Germany can actually speak English.

2. All Universities in Germany are fully open for International Students. There is no discrimination at all.

3. Most of the German Language learning institutions are relatively cheap and almost free most times.

4. Universities in Germany ranking cannot be compared to most of the other countries in Europe. A degree from Germany cannot be rejected or underrated by any organization in the world.

5. All courses are available in Germany. There are over 16,000 courses available.

ABOUT THE INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF APPLIED SCIENCES

The International University of Applied Sciences is one of Germany’s leading private universities that prepares students for international careers in service management at its locations in Bad Honnef and Bad Reichenhall. Courses are 100 per cent English-language instruction.

Advantages of studying at the IUBH;

• Small study groups, state-of-the-art campus infrastructure and English as the standard Language.

• Highly qualified international professors and lecturers with extensive practical experience.

• First place in NRW in CHE-ranking 2008 for the “International Management” Bachelor program in the categories atmosphere, study organization, IT equipment and e-learning. Nationwide third place in the above categories.

• Best rating of all private Universities in the German speaking world in studiVZ-Ranking 2008. Students awarded highest marks for infrastructure, study conditions and location.

• Only “Leading Hotel School of the World” in Germany

• Awarded “Hotelier of the Year” for their successful promotion of young professionals in Hospitality Management

• Member of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the first university in Germany awarded the UNWTO.

• In 2009, IUBH was again institutionally accredited by the German Science and Humanities Council for the longest possible period of 10 years with no restrictive conditions.

• All study programmes are FIBAA accredited – a guarantee for the high quality of our education.

• Three-quarters of graduates from the IUBH successfully start their careers within three months of graduation.

Bachelor Program;

1. Tourism and Travel Management
2. International Tourism Management
3. Aviation Management
4. International Management
5. Hospitality Management
6. International Hospitality Management
7. Event Management

Masters Program;

1. Transport and Logistics Management
2. International Management
3. International Management- Marketing
4. International Management- Human resources
5. International Management- Aviation
6. International Management- Hospitality
7. International Management- Accounting & Finance
8. International Management for Non-Business Graduates.

Application and Admission Process:

Step 1;

• You send us a scanned copy of your School leaving Certificate.
• Send us a scanned copy of your TOEFL/IELTS score. IELTS score must be a minimum of 4.5
• Send us a scanned copy of your International Passport.
• Send us a scanned copy of one passport Photograph.
• Send us your Curriculum Vitae (CV/Resume).
• Pay Application fee.
• Send us a personal statement. The International University of Bad Honnef is looking for students dedicated to its values: Academic excellence, international orientation and high engagement to personal goals and achievements. Please write app. 1 ½ page, max. 800 words on yourself, your personal goals and why you have chosen the IUBH.

Step 2;

• You will receive an Acceptance Letter within 2 weeks.
• You will then transfer part of the fees directly into the School Account.

Step 3;

You will then Apply to the German Embassy Lagos. Below are the German Embassy requirements. Please go through it very well.

1. Valid passport and 2 color passport photos with a white background.
2. Birth certificate and declaration of age.
3. Original School Leaving Certificates of Secondary School, original WAEC-Certificate
4. Proof of previous academic studies / professional training, if applicable
5. Proof of financial means for one year (7908.- EUR on a blocked German bank account or official German declaration of sponsorship („Verpflichtungserklarung”) for one year given before a German authority. You can open the blocked account at any bank of your choice. Information regarding the opening of a blocked bank account at Deutsche Bank can be received via (db.student@db.com ).
6. Original letter of admission to university.
7. Proof of knowledge of the German language, if required for the course.
8. A “WAEC-direct access card.

All documents must be submitted in original with 2 copies.

The procedure takes approximately 2-3 months after all required documents and information have been submitted.

PLEASE TAKE NOTE OF THE FOLLOWING:

• Accommodation on campus: International students have guaranteed accommodation on Campus at the price of 400 € per month.

• Accommodation off campus: Depending on the standard wished 400 Euros also for standard accommodation, further off campus available at lower rates.

• Salary for student: 80% of internships are paid, salaries between 400 Euros and 1.500 Euros depending on students performance.

• Part time jobs while studying: Bad Honnef and its region belong to most prosperous in Germany, therefore part time jobs are available.

• After graduation: German economy in good shape, 1,1 million positions vacant for university graduates in particular.

• Cost of living: Depending on the standard, 700 Euros per month.

Deadline for Foundation year extended – applications will accepted until January 31^st, programme starts on April 1^st, late intake possible until April 20^th .
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For students that want to study the GERMAN Language;

Students have to study the German Language first before they are admitted into the main course (All courses are available but it will be in the German Medium of Instruction). German Foundation Course is a Maximum of 2,500 Euros and Language course will be about 1000 Euros.  Total fee will be an average of about 3,500 Euros

STEP 1:

Students submit scanned copies of the following documents;

• Educational Documents (High School results and Degree result as applicable).
• Short Curriculum Vitae
• Data Page of International Passport
• Bank Letter from Sponsor stating that the sponsor is capable of paying the fees and taking full care of the students all through the duration of study. It can also be accompanied with an Affidavit.
• Student pays Application fees.

STEP 2:

• Student will receive a pre-list of 8 to 10 different schools in Germany, after which the student will make at least 3 options from the lot.
• Student will then have to wait for between 2 to 3 months to receive the admission Letter. That is why we advice students to start the admission process early enough. Students will be guaranteed admission if they meet all admission criteria of respective institution.
• Student then goes to the Embassy.

TAKE NOTE OF THE FOLLOWING;

• School fee is paid only when student gets to Germany.
• The school can request for some other documents like Medical Test and Insurance so students must be ready to provide them where necessary.
• Students must go to the Embassy with very big bank statements. Money should not be less than 20,000 USD or Equivalent. This shows that the sponsor is capable.

Admission is open for April and October.

GERMAN EMBASSY VISA REQUIREMENTS

1. Valid passport and 2 color passport photos with a white background.
2. Birth certificate and declaration of age.
3. Original School Leaving Certificates of Secondary School, original WAEC-Certificate
4. Proof of previous academic studies / professional training, if applicable
5. Proof of financial means for one year (7908.- EUR on a blocked German bank account or official German declaration of sponsorship („Verpflichtungserklarung”) for one year given before a German authority. You can open the blocked account at any bank of your choice. Information regarding the opening of a blocked bank account at Deutsche Bank can be received via (db.student@db.com ).
6. Original letter of admission to university.
7. Proof of knowledge of the German language, if required for the course.
8. A “WAEC-direct access card.

All documents must be submitted in original with 2 copies.

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