Study in Germany On the way to Graduation

What is a "Hiwi" (aid)? And what is the pay like? academics answers FAQs about academic assistance.

Spoiled for choice or clueless? When it comes to finding a topic for their bachelor thesis, many students despair.

Many companies are offering students the opportunity to put their knowledge to practical use already before completing their studies - by writing their master thesis at a company.

Health insurance in Germany is obligatory for all residents, including researchers and scientists coming from abroad. To help you before you arrive, here’s how the German health insurance system works and how to get insured.

Freiburg is an important centre for academia and has a number of top notch research institutes to its name, as well as an ancient and internationally respected university which excels both in the sciences and humanities.

Researchers are employed by a university or research institution, and their salary is set on the basis of a collective agreement. The salary of researchers depends on the relevant professional experience.

Doctorates following the traditional model still make up the majority of PhDs in Germany compared to structured programmes. For doctoral candidates from abroad, a traditional PhD requires a great deal of initiative, autonomy and tenacity.

People often start studying of psychology due to a desire to understand human nature and shape social contexts. However, the choices made while planning these studies will set the course of your future career as a psychologist.