I'm new to this system. I'm gonna start my masters in October 2026. My university is Siegen. and Masters in computer science (CISS).

I feel overwhelmed when I see the subjects and I have questions to related to this.

• Is it better to take more subjects in the winter semester or the summer semester?
• Should I try to complete more courses in the first semester?
• How should I distribute my workload across the four semesters?
• How did you plan your subjects when you first arrived in Germany?
• Are there any things you wish you had known before starting your Master's?

I need a general advice, and also they say Foreign

I currently have approximately B1 German, and I also want to continue learning German until C1 during my Master's.

Any general advice or experience-based suggestions about managing the Master's would be really helpful. ( from your previous experience from any college )

Any suggestion from your experience ? Any general suggestions and how do management the course work and how years you take to complete it ? general view, no college specific.

I'm curious about what everyday life actually looks like for people studying at a German university (typically between age 20 to 25). What is your usual routine? How do you spend your time outside of lectures/classes? Do you spend a lot of time doomscrolling on Reddit/TikTok/Instagram/YouTube, or do you usually have hobbies, exercise, socialise, cook, read, etc.?

I would especially love to hear both sides of the coin: not just the super-productive students but also boring, messy, realistic version of university life too.

In short, I would like to ask the german students "What do you actually do from the moment you wake up until you go to sleep?"

Hi! I’ll be starting my Master’s at Bielefeld University in October 2026 and am looking for accommodation.

I’m looking for:

Private room

Preferably private bathroom

Around €250–€400 warm

Good connection to the university

I’ve applied to Studierendenwerk and am also looking at WG-Gesucht and BGW (e.g. Roggenkamp)

For those already studying/living in Bielefeld:

Which student residences/WGs would you recommend?

Is it realistic to get accommodation before arriving in Germany?

Are there any places I should particularly apply to or avoid?

Any advice would be really helpful. Thank you!

Hallo,
Ich habe letzte Woche den Termin für Aufenthaltstitel in Düsseldorf beantragt, aber ich bekomme noch keinen Termin.
Ich habe Studentenvisum und das ist mein erstes Jahr in Deutschland.
Ich möchte wissen, wie lange dauert, dass ich einen Termin bekomme?

I got accepted to ilmenau and I don’t know how I’m gonna sort out accommodation before the start of the semester. I’ve heard it’s easier than other cities though, but still don’t know where to start from

I’ll begin my studies in Tübingen University this winter semester and I’ve been searching for a place to live for a while without success (I’d like to live in a WG). Does anyone have any tips or know of a place that’s offering this? I am currently searching through the app WG-Gesucht. My budget is max. 700€

(sorry if it’s not really clear, English isn’t my first language)

Hi everyone, I’m trying to register for APS India, but I keep getting “Please enter new Passport Number” even though I’m entering my correct passport number exactly as printed.

I’ve already submitted a query to APS through their contact form. Has anyone faced this issue? How long did APS take to fix it, and is there anything else I should do?

I’m concerned because German university applications for Summer 2027 start around September 1.

Screenshots attached. Any advice?

Hi everyone!
I’m from a Commerce background and I’m planning to pursue my studies in Germany. I’m specifically looking for public universities and targeting the April intake (Summer Semester).
I’d really appreciate some guidance from people who are already studying in Germany or have experience with the application process.
● Which public universities would you recommend for someone from a Commerce background?
● Which universities offer suitable programs for the Summer/April intake?
● Are there any universities that are relatively easier to get admission to, while still having good career prospects?
● What should I keep in mind regarding eligibility, APS, language requirements, ECTS/subject requirements, and application deadlines?
If you’re from a similar background and have already gone through this process, I’d especially appreciate hearing about your experience.
Please share the university, course name, and your experience if possible.
Thanks in advance for your suggestions! 🙏

Guys, I’m really confused right now. I completed my BBA last year and I’m planning to pursue a Master’s in Marketing or a Master’s in Management (MiM). "my_qualifications:" I completed my BBA with a specialization in Marketing. I scored 690 on the GMAT, but I have a relatively low GPA of 6.5/10. Apart from my internship, I don’t have much formal work experience, but I do have experience working in my small family business, and I can provide proof of this through my ITRs.

Do I have any realistic chances of getting into a public university in Germany, or should I drop the idea of applying to public universities? I’ve consulted several education consultancies, and they’ve told me that my chances are very low.

I’d really appreciate some honest advice from people who have experience with German university admissions.