Advantages and disadvantages of studying in public and private language classes in Germany
First, public language classes.
1. Overview
Major public schools will basically set up their own language classes, and the threshold will be relatively high, requiring students to obtain conditional admission, that is, their professional ability meets the requirements of the school. The score of Telford test was above 12, but it did not reach 16.
The course adopts DSH design, which is synchronized with standardized assessment. Everyone takes the exam after finishing their studies, and they will enter the school directly after passing the exam. The cost of a semester is between 500- 1000 euros, and everyone needs to pay before entering school to confirm their qualifications.
2. Advantages and disadvantages
Students can study directly at school. Everyone enjoys the same treatment as ordinary students in life, and the cost is relatively cheaper. The teacher is at school, so the quality will be guaranteed. After completing the study and passing the exam, you can enter the school directly.
However, due to the limited number of students, they will not be divided into classes according to their abilities, and their learning progress will be slower, and the entrance threshold is higher than that of private schools. The starting time is fixed, and everyone needs to attend classes according to the arrangement of the school.
Second, private language classes.
1. Overview
In addition to language classes in private schools, there are also many specialized language schools that offer language upgrading courses. You only need to submit your own APS certificate to apply. The entrance threshold is low and there is basically no pressure, which is suitable for students with general basics.
The cost of study is monthly, and it needs to be between 250 and 400 euros a month; Courses will also be divided into classes according to students' abilities, including A 1, A2, B 1, B2, C 1, C2, DSH, Daf, Telcc1HS.
2. Advantages and disadvantages
Basically, new classes will be held every month, with flexible class hours, high degree of students' autonomy and friendly course fees; The examination training provided covers DSH, TELC1HS; ; Small class teaching will be more efficient.
Generally, students study in a separate place, and they are social people and cannot enjoy the exclusive benefits of students; Although students have more choices for further studies, it also means that everyone has lost the opportunity to take the internal examination.
Further reading: the application strategy of studying abroad visa in Germany
I. Basic materials
1. Travel passport (original+copy)
The validity period of the passport should be at least 3 months longer than the validity period of the visa application;
Passport must be signed by the passport holder himself (China applicants sign in Chinese);
At least two blank visa pages;
The passport is not damaged.
2. Two ID photos
Two photos of documents with white background within 6 months.
3. Application form for short-term Schengen visa (original)
The application form should be completed completely;
The signature must be consistent with the signature on the passport.
4. German University/Language School Admission Notice (original)
Including the curriculum.
5. The applicant's bank account statement (original)
The transaction statement of the applicant's salary account or other current deposit account that can prove his income in the past three months;
Credit cards and time deposit account certificates are not accepted.
6. A copy of the previous Schengen visa.
7. Household registration book (photocopy)/foreigner's valid residence permit in China (photocopy)
Only applicable to China citizens: copies of all non-blank pages without translation;
Only applicable to foreign citizens living in China: a copy of the current valid residence permit in China.
8. Travel medical insurance (original+copy)
Valid in all Schengen countries (travel destination: Schengen area);
An insurance policy in Chinese and English must include the following parts.
1). Repatriation expenses due to illness or death;
2). First aid and emergency hospitalization expenses;
3) The insured amount shall not be less than 30,000 euros.
9. Reading certificate (original)
Attendance certificate issued by a university or training institution.
Signature of the person in charge of the university (electronic signature is not accepted);
Published in Chinese with German or English translation.
10. If the applicant does not have enough funds, he must provide proof of financial resources.
Birth medical certificate or kinship certificate (original+copy);
It must be notarized by the notary office and certified by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China, with a German or English translation and a parent's employment certificate (original)
Issued in Chinese, with German or English translation and parents' bank statement (original).
1 1. Student ID (copy).
12. Letter of certification issued by the school (original).
Signature of the person in charge of the school (electronic signature is not accepted)
The content includes the certificate of quasi-falsehood;
Published in Chinese, with German or English translation;
This material is not required if students travel during the holidays in China statutory schools.
13. Birth medical certificate of minor applicant or certificate of kinship with his legal guardian (original+copy)
It must be notarized by a notary office, certified by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China, and translated in German or English.
14. Parents/guardians' travel consent
If one or both parents are different, parents/guardians of different banks must issue travel consent (original+copy);
Must be notarized by the notary office and certified by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China, with German or English translation;
If one or both parents travel together and have obtained a valid travel visa, they must issue:
Copy of passport identity information page of peer parents;
Copy of valid visa of parents of the same age;
Air ticket reservation form containing the names of minor applicants and their accompanying parents.
15. proof of economic source
One parent's bank statement (original) and one parent's work certificate (original), issued in Chinese with German or English translation. When a minor child submits a visa application with at least one parent, it is not necessary to provide this material repeatedly.
Second, the specific time to apply for a German study visa
Generally speaking, it takes five weeks to apply for a visa. From receiving the admission notice from the university to applying for a passport, it must be carried out in advance. Before applying for a visa, I suggest you read the registration time of the admission notice carefully. We should start submitting applications more than five weeks before the registration time, and we should also prepare the materials in advance. If you get a temporary notice, you must prepare all the procedures before applying for studying abroad, so that the procedures are complete and the approval will be faster.
Third, you should know the application methods for studying in Germany.
The general way to apply for a visa is for me or my agent to submit the relevant information to the audit department of German students studying abroad, and then start applying for a visa. The audit department directly submits the application materials submitted by us to the visa department of the German Embassy and Consulate. As long as there is no problem with the corresponding materials, the application can basically be completed quickly. Because some students' unconditional admission notices, or purely artistic ones, failed to pass the interview review, they must go to the visa office of the German embassy or consulate to handle business in person when submitting their applications.
Four. visa fee
Applicants who have participated in the APS audit interview do not need to pay the visa fee, because the visa fee has been included in the audit visa fee charged by the German overseas student audit department. Participants in the TestAS test, purely artistic visa applicants with unconditional admission notices, need to pay a visa fee of 60 euros.
Extended reading: how to adapt to the new life of studying in Germany
First of all, in life
1. Takeaway food
You can also bring some takeout when you live here. It won't be much more expensive than eating in the cafeteria or cooking by yourself. And there will be Chinese food, which is the choice of many students. Although there are no student discounts, there are often discounts because there are many competitions. The more common ones are Lieferando and Foodora.
travel
As a freshman, you still need a map when you go out. You can plan your trip in advance without worrying about getting lost. You can choose DB Navigator. In addition, there are special booking apps, such as Flixbus APP and taxi software BlaBlaCar.
go shopping
There are also online shopping software that allows people to get what they want without going out, and they can also use it, such as Sparpionier, which provides discount information, and Ebay Kleinanzeigen, which conducts second-hand transactions.
4. Music
If you want to listen to genuine music in Germany, you must buy it, and you need to use genuine software when you buy it. Popular players are Spotify and Twitch, which provides broadcasting services.
Second, in learning.
1. Life
If you encounter problems in your study, you can get information through some software. For example, if you want to get a complete schedule after choosing a course, you can use UniNow. You can also use Studysmarter to review and preview in class.
2. Tools
You can download my scrcript calculator in your mobile phone to calculate; Language learning may require more software, including Leo W? Rterbuch, Linguee, Duolingo, Babbel, these can save money directly.
social contact
This is not only a need in study, but also in life. You can use domestic apps to communicate with friends and relatives in China, but you need to use their software to communicate with friends overseas. Jodel, Meetup, Google Maps, Whatsapp, Instagram, Twitter, Yotube, Facebook and so on are more common.
Further reading: a guide to the application for study abroad accommodation in Germany
First, the dormitory application
The dormitory application in general schools is open together with the professional application and lasts until the beginning of school. However, the quantity provided is small, and you have to apply early to have a chance of success. The rent for one month after check-in is about 1 0,000 yuan.
Find the application entrance directly in the school official website. After improving your personal identity, you can directly submit your application for occupancy. If there are still places, you will be informed of success soon. At this time, you can confirm and pay directly.
Second, the rental application
1. Reserved
Renting a house generally needs to be done through an intermediary. You need to find a reliable intermediary. After signing the contract, someone will dock your application. You can tell the intermediary your requirements for the house, and you can directly obtain the housing that meets the requirements.
After comparing the software and hardware, you can confirm your satisfactory house. Don't sign a rental contract directly at this time, just set the house in advance, and then you need to make a field trip. Only after there are no other questions can you sign the contract.
Check the house
When you arrive in Germany, you should contact the intermediary to see the house as soon as possible. At this time, the general landlord will also be present and ask the agent to cooperate with you in various inspections of the house. To ensure that there are no potential safety hazards, the surrounding supporting facilities should also be inspected.
After confirmation, you need to sign a rental contract with the landlord. You need to clarify the responsibilities of both parties, as well as the specific amount and payment method of the rent, as well as the daily expenses that you need to be responsible for, and confirm that you have the right to use the house.
bear the cost
The cost of renting a house will be more expensive than living on campus, and the price of a single room and renting a house is also different. Generally speaking, the price of a shared house will be cheaper. Of course, the advantages and disadvantages are also different. Choose according to your own needs.
Everyone needs to confirm their monthly rent, water and electricity prices and payment methods. Be sure to change the name of the payer to yourself in advance, so as to avoid future troubles.