I. Munich

Munich has a developed economy and is a city full of creativity and invention. Many high-tech, electrical and automobile enterprises are headquartered here, and these enterprises with strong economic strength provide good employment prospects for graduates in different fields.

The existence of two academic institutions makes this city more dazzling in the world. The University of Munich (LMU) and technical university of munich (TUM) are called "Munich duo".

Ludwig maximilian universitaet muenchen

Founded in 1472, the University of Munich has been one of the top universities in Germany and Europe since19th century, and is also a member of the German elite university and the European research university alliance.

In the Times (20 18-20 19) ranking of world universities, the University of Munich ranks first in Germany and 32nd in the world, and enjoys a high reputation in the fields of social sciences, humanities, physics, chemistry, life sciences, medicine and mathematics.

technical university of munich

Technical university of munich, founded in 1868, is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities of science and technology since industrial revolution in europe.

At the same time, technical university of munich is also one of the TU9 union universities in Germany, and is listed as the key funding and support object in the "future plan" by the German government. Technical university of munich ranked first in CHE of German Ministry of Education for many years.

Second, Berlin.

Berlin is the capital and political center of Germany, and it is also a well-known fashion capital, which is increasingly respected. Its amazing cultural diversity is hard to generalize, and world-famous universities and large enterprises have settled here.

Free University of Berlin

The Free University of Berlin, founded in 1948, is a large public university in Berlin. It is one of the first universities to win the title of "German elite university", one of the universities in continental Europe and even the world, and one of the nine elite universities awarded by the German government.

Humboldt University of Berlin

Humboldt University in Berlin, founded in 18 10, is one of the top universities in the world and one of the top 100 universities in the world, and is known as the "mother of modern universities". Einstein, Hegel and Marx all taught or studied here, and their Humboldt spirit of "integration of teaching and scientific research", "academic freedom, teaching freedom and learning freedom" also influenced almost all modern universities.

Third, Frankfurt.

Frankfurt, the fifth largest city in Germany, Hesse, is an important industrial, commercial, financial and transportation center in Germany and even Europe. It is located in Hesse, western Germany, at the lower reaches of the Main River, a tributary of the middle reaches of the Rhine River. Modern skyscrapers stand shoulder to shoulder with historical buildings.

University of Frankfurt

Frankfurt University, also known as "Goethe University", is a world-renowned international research university in Germany with strong scientific research strength. It is also a university in Germany with many Leibniz Prize winners.

The number of elite clusters of Frankfurt University ranks second in Germany, because Frankfurt is the economic and financial center of Germany and even the whole European Union. The economics department of Frankfurt University has unique advantages that other universities can't match. Based on its rich enterprise resources and economic development, Frankfurt University provides students with a large number of lectures and internship opportunities combined with practice.

Fourth, Hamburg.

Hamburg is one of the three national cities in Germany, the second largest city in Germany, the most important seaport and foreign trade center in Germany, the second largest financial center in Germany and the economic and cultural metropolis in northern Germany.

This big city has become one of the most important commercial bases in Germany because of its media groups and large enterprises. Multiculturalism is a distinctive feature of Hamburg. At the same time, Hamburg is a big port in the world and is known as "Germany's gateway to the world".

University of Hamburg

Hamburg University was founded in 19 19, located in Hamburg, Germany. It is an academic research and education center in northern Germany, one of the top ten universities in Germany, and a member of the top German university alliance "U 15". The University of Hamburg has a top academic research level in the fields of humanities, social sciences and natural sciences.

V cologne

Cologne is famous for its cathedral and carnival. This big city is an important media center as well as an automobile production center. Here, completely different people and cultures will meet and merge, giving people a unique feeling of life.

University of Cologne

Founded in 1388, the University of Cologne is one of the oldest universities in Europe and even in the world. Its economics and law enjoy a high reputation in Germany, and it also has strong strength in theoretical physics, biology and medicine.

The University of Cologne has a large-scale economics department in Germany, and its economy and management have been in the top three in Germany for a long time. The University of Cologne is also a member of the CEMS Global Top Business School Alliance, which selects only one top university in each country and region.

Dresden

The historic Baroque architecture and Elbe River create this beautiful place. The beauty of this city is world-famous and unparalleled, and well-known universities and advanced scientific and technological enterprises also provide ideal conditions for study and research.

Dresden University of Technology

Dresden University of Technology is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities of science and technology since industrial revolution in europe, and it is also a member of TU9, a consortium of nine outstanding German universities of science and technology.

Dresden University of Technology has a strong strength, and its major in electronics and electricity ranks first in Germany. Many majors including machinery, economy and medicine also rank in the top five, and its major 124 has become the most comprehensive university in Germany.

Seven, Heidelberg

Ancient castles, narrow alleys and undulating streets-Heidelberg on the Neckar River once fascinated Goethe and Mark Twain with its ancient houses and romantic gardens.

Heidelberg is a dynamic mixture of tradition and modernity. In the past, it used to be the center of science and art, but now Heidelberg continues this tradition and has established many research centers in and around the city.

Heidelberg University

Heidelberg University, founded in 1386, is the oldest university in Germany. Heidelberg University has always been a symbol of German romanticism and humanism, attracting a large number of foreign students or scholars to study or study every year.

Eight, Aachen

An international city always accepts new things with an open mind Close to the border between Belgium and the Netherlands, it is the largest city in Germany closest to the western border. The world-famous university of science and technology, located in the center of Europe, has the advantages of geographical location and suitable scale, which makes Aachen very attractive to international students.

Aachen Rheinland westfalen University of Technology

Aachen University of Technology is one of the most prestigious universities of science and engineering in Germany and one of the universities of science and engineering in the world. It is known as the "Massachusetts Institute of Technology" in Europe. Since 1870 RWTH was founded, this university has been highly praised. At present, the university is one of 1 1 Germany's "elite universities", the IDEA alliance of four universities of science and engineering in Europe, the TU9 alliance of nine universities of technology in Germany and the European Union of Industrial Managers, one of seven universities of the era in Germany.

Further reading: How to save money by studying in Germany

I. redemption of points

Germany has a unique payment system, that is, shopping points. After the points are accumulated to a certain amount, they can be exchanged or deducted from cash.

Similar to many stores in China, set membership card points. In Germany, such points are universal, that is, you only need to apply for a card, you can make shopping points in different stores, and then the points can be used in different stores.

In many large shopping malls in Germany, there will be recycling billboards. You can take a flyer at will, then go home to register, activate the coupon after successful registration, and then bind the bank card and mobile phone card, and you can directly score points next time you shop.

After the activity points with multiple points in the mall have accumulated to a certain amount, you can directly print cash coupons on the feedback machine in the mall and use them directly in the store.

Second, aim for discounts.

There are mainly two large-scale discount activities in Germany, one in the middle of the year and the other at the end of the year, which are basically seasonal clearance activities with discounts twice a year.

If you just catch up, don't hesitate to buy it in buy buy. If you miss it, there will be no such preferential price.

In addition, every mall and store will offer discounts from time to time. Such a discount is entirely by luck. If you happen to meet them while shopping, you will be very lucky.

However, many large shopping malls and brand stores will have unique websites, which will discourage you from subscribing to the information of these websites and send you text messages to remind you of discounts.

Third, online shopping.

Like China, German online shopping is also very developed. There are many online shopping platforms, and Amazon is the best.

International students can apply through the school mailbox, so they can enjoy the double benefits of unlimited postage, and the price of online shopping is generally much lower than that in the store.

Fourth, second-hand shops.

In addition, second-hand shops are also a good choice. There are many second-hand shops on the streets of Germany. Some good things are often sold in shops. For international students, you can go to second-hand shops to see if there are any professional books, and the general price will be very cheap.

Further reading: Pay attention to common sense in studying abroad in Germany.

I. Accommodation safety

Students who live on campus can't let their guard down. Everyone mainly faces hidden dangers from the inside. Because everyone enjoys private space with others, it is necessary to take good care of personal belongings and handle the relationship between roommates.

When renting a house, there are many things to worry about. When determining the location, you must eliminate possible hidden dangers, including various facilities and external environment. In addition, remember to lock the doors and windows when you go out and close the door when you get home.

Second, travel safety

You need to be familiar with your usual route, choose the safest one, and try to avoid acting alone. Be sure to check the road map before going out, so as to avoid wasting time and potential dangers.

Try to avoid going out too late at night. Even if you have something to deal with, don't stay out too late. Remember to take the road when you go back. Remember to pay attention to safety in crowded places and don't squeeze into crowded places.

Third, social security.

Making friends requires special caution. Freshmen should first concentrate their social circle on the Chinese circle and their classmates at school, which will be relatively safe and more secure to meet new friends through the introduction of others.

Then you can meet more people through the party. Of course, at the party, you also need to be vigilant. Keep your distance when communicating, don't get too close, and let others have a chance. You should say no to drinks and food.

Fourth, information security.

No matter how close you are to your friends, don't disclose your private information to others, and don't help others to do identity authentication. If you are in trouble, it will be very troublesome to deal with.

The password of the bank card, the information of the ID card and the password of the social account are everyone's personal property. If someone else uses it fraudulently, especially for illegal purposes, the person responsible will be you rather than others.

Further Reading: Interpreting the Benefits of Studying in Germany

I. Medical reimbursement

It is very necessary to have medical insurance to study abroad. Students studying in Germany can enjoy the same medical benefits as local residents as long as they pay medical insurance regularly and on time. As long as you pay medical insurance, it is equivalent to joining the local medical system, so you can enjoy the same treatment.

And the monthly insurance premium is not very expensive, and the price is relatively cheap. What needs to be noted here is to choose the insurance company that pays the insurance, and choose the public one.

Second, use the student ID card to play at half price.

Studying abroad, while studying, you can generally use your vacation to go out to play. At this time, as long as you buy tickets with your student ID card, you can almost enjoy half price of adult tickets, and there are special public channels, which is very convenient. Some and private museum attractions, with student ID cards, some can even visit for free, enriching their after-school life and broadening their horizons of studying abroad.

Third, traffic.

Students are required to pay a registration fee when they enter school every academic year. This registration fee is not only an admission ticket, but also a ticket for students to travel in this school year. With this ticket, they can take public transport for free when traveling.

Moreover, this kind of ticket will be directly bound to the student ID card in most schools, so that when students travel, they can travel directly as long as they show their student ID card directly. Some schools need to use student ID cards to purchase additional transportation services, and of course the handling fee is very cheap.

Fourth, tax-free work.

In Germany, whether it is part-time or full-time, as long as it is an employment relationship, every income must be taxed. The tax card must also be processed in advance. Then at a fixed time every year, you can ask for tax refund, including student tax refund, and you can apply for full tax refund, so you only need to keep relevant supporting materials and apply for a tax card.