1. List of luggage preparation for studying in Germany
1. Bring important documents, including but not limited to: passport, academic degree certificate (remember to bring it if you have a fair version), visa photos (take more photos for later use), etc.
2. Mobile phone (check whether your mobile phone can be used in Germany in advance); computer.
3. Masks (Germany's epidemic prevention policy is loose, but masks should be worn to prevent it)
4.500- 100 euros in cash. You may need it just before you apply for a bank card, but don't bring too much.
5. Switch head (German household appliances need switch heads)
6. Some people will bring small pots, rice cookers and the like. If there is extra space in the suitcase, don't take it. You can buy it in Germany, but it's more expensive.
7. You can bring a mat. There is no air conditioner in Germany, so students usually use fans. If there is a mat in summer, it may be more comfortable to sleep.
8. As for food, don't bring it. First of all, German customs have requirements for food, and meat and the like cannot be brought. Secondly, all Asian supermarkets that can be bought in China can be bought.
9. Lian Hua Qing Wen capsule, but don't bring too much to prevent it from being discovered by German customs! You can bring some common drugs, but don't bring prescription drugs. This custom also has requirements.
10. You don't need to bring a lot of clothes. Just bring one or two sets every season. German clothes are very cheap, and you can buy many discounted clothes.
2. Daily life experience of studying in Germany
1, clothes
The most striking feature of German clothes is that they are neatly dressed. They should dress neatly not only at work, but also in daily life. If you are visiting other people's homes, you should pay more attention to wearing formal clothes and evening dresses at formal banquets. They think this is a sign of education. The price of clothes in Germany is quite low. The price of clothes here is even lower than that in America. There are two discount seasons every year. Students who want to buy clothes can buy clothes during the discount season.
Step 2 eat
The diet of Germans is mainly meat, which is quite different from that of China. Breakfast in Germany is much richer than Chinese food and dinner. Breakfast is served in most restaurants, and Chinese food is relatively dull. For China students studying in Germany, if they are not used to the food here, they can buy food and cook by themselves. It is cheaper to buy food in the market than in the supermarket. Students who can't cook can eat in German Chinese restaurants, but eating in German Chinese restaurants is not cheap, even more expensive than restaurants in China. Students who can accept German food can eat in the school cafeteria or outside the cafeteria. The way to save money is to cook by yourself.
Step 3 be alive
The most common way of life for students studying in Germany is sharing, which is similar to sharing in China. Usually, each student has a separate dormitory, and other spaces are shared. The price of shared rent ranges from 250 to 350 euros per month, but there are also some cities with higher housing prices, such as Munich. German universities will also arrange student apartments for students, with the same management and inspection, which can also ensure the safety of students. Student apartments in Germany are generally subsidized by the state. The price of the apartment is lower than that of the house outside, and the location of the student apartment is close to the school or the place with convenient transportation, so it is very convenient for students to go to school. In Germany, the cost of unlocking or matching keys is very high, and you have to pay for it yourself, so you must take care of your keys.
Step 4: ok
German railways are quite developed, and there are many discounts for students under 26 who have international student identity card by train. In Germany, you need to make up the ticket before boarding, and you need to press Stop before getting off. You can't stop at the station unless someone presses stop. Germany has subways and trams. Generally speaking, traveling is very convenient. It is more convenient for students to live in or around the school.
3. Guide to saving money by studying in Germany
1, choose to share.
The apartment provided by the school is an ideal and cost-effective way. A single room is about 220 euros, and a double room is about 350 euros. The rent includes water, electricity, heating and other expenses. Everyone can enjoy good accommodation by paying rent on time.
For multi-person accommodation, the rent can be shared equally. Although there is not much room space, the expenses are much lower. Moreover, the school apartment sharing price is cheaper than renting outside, which is very suitable for international students.
Step 2 eat in the canteen
Although everyone says that cooking by oneself is the most economical way, not every student has the conditions and cooking skills, not to mention that cooking by himself is not cheap, and most people prefer to eat fresh meals and other foods.
The canteen can fully meet everyone's needs, similar to the form of self-help. You can choose your favorite food and go directly to the stall to check out. A day is about 10 Euro. You can get a discount with your student ID card, which is convenient and healthy.
3. Discount shopping
When buying daily necessities, you can consider going to a cheap supermarket. ALDI and Neto are the choice of most people. The unit price of goods is cheaper than other supermarkets, and the variety of goods is complete, so there will be more discounts on the upcoming goods.
When you buy clothes and other things, you can choose to have activities when there is a discount in the mall every month, and there will be two big discounts every year. It will be more cost-effective to buy according to your own needs and swipe your credit card.
Step 4 travel by bike
Generally, students don't travel far, their accommodation is not far from the school, and the supporting services near the school are relatively complete, so if you are not in a hurry, you can choose to walk, which can not only exercise but also save money.
Of course, it is more convenient to ride a bike by yourself, which will make you go out faster. It is not necessary for everyone to buy a new car. A used car can meet everyone's needs and can be sold after graduation.
What are the advantages of studying in Germany?
1, free language center
Ordinary schools will have their own language centers. Everyone's study and training are free, providing a variety of language choices. You can directly submit your application for the language you want to learn. There are not many courses, so you can choose by yourself, which will not affect your study abroad.
In addition to basic teaching, there will be many activities, which are more conducive to everyone's language improvement and can carry out their own learning process in a more relaxed and pleasant environment.
2. Low-cost student dormitory
Most colleges and universities will provide dormitory life options. Although the number is relatively small, the application of international students has priority. As long as you get the admission early, you are eligible to submit the application directly, and the cost of living on campus is much less.
In addition, dormitory fees are monitored by the government. Regardless of the size of the city, it only costs 200-300 euros a month, and everyone's application and check-in procedures are very simple, so there is no need to consider other expenses.
3. seeing a doctor and buying medicine is free.
Students studying in Germany need to buy exclusive insurance. The basic project is about 65,438+000 euros a month, including most medical-related projects. If you need to see a doctor when you are sick in Germany, you can basically reimburse directly.
You may need to buy some medicine. As long as the pharmacy accepts the reimbursement from the public insurance, you need to keep the receipt, which will be very convenient for subsequent reimbursement. This will save a lot of medical expenses, knowing that the premium of domestic residents is higher than that of students.
4. Enrich student discounts
The number of discounts students can enjoy is very large. You can visit exhibition halls, museums and major scenic spots, and show your student ID card directly, so you can enjoy different scenery in Germany at half price or free, which is worth a visit.
In addition, in major shopping malls and shops, students can enjoy double discounts in addition to membership cards because they know that students have no income. In order to promote consumption, they will provide discounts for everyone from different aspects, and there are many suitable items to search.