Studying in Germany without knowing the German language is achievable for the Nepali students, provided that they choose a 100% English taught degree programs. Although most of the academic curriculum is taught in English, basic conversational German is recommended for everyday life outside of campus.

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor’s Degrees

• 12^th or +2 Qualification: A standard Nepali high school certificate (10+2 or Equivalent) is not directly recognized as equivalent to the German high school diploma.
• Entry Routes:
• First Route: Complete a 1 to 2 years of bachelor’s degree program in Nepal at the university recognized under the German anabin database.
• Second Route: Attend a 1-year preparation foundation course in German.
• Third Route: The direct entry is possible if you have completed GCE A-Levels or an IB Diploma with specific required subject combinations.

Master’s Degree

• Completion of a 4-year recognized Bachelor’s degree from a recognized Nepali university with strong academic standing (minimum 60-65% or equivalent GPA).

English Language Requirements

In the case of English taught programs in Germany, you do not need to learn German language or require German language certificates like TestDaF or DSH. Instead, you must submit either of the following scorecards:

• IELTS Academic: An overall band score of 6.5 or higher (some universities even accept 6.0).
• TOEFL iBT: A minimum score of 80 to 90.
• Medium of Instruction (MOI): Some of the private or specific state universities accept MOI letters from the top Nepali universities, but the standard IELTS/TOEFL scores are most universally required for the visa processing.

Popular English-Taught Courses

Germany in general offers thousands of tuition-free or low-cost English medium Master’s programs and an increasing number of Bachelor’s programs through public universities.

• Engineering and IT: MSc Data Science, MSc Software Engineering, MSc Renewable Energy, MSc Robotics.
• Business and Management: MSc International Business, MSc Finance and Accounting, MBA, MSc Business Administration.
• Natural Sciences: MSc Molecular Biology, MSc Physics, MSc Environmental Science.
• Social Sciences and Arts: MA international Relations, MA Development Economics, MA Public Policy.

Application Process:

1. APS Verification: Provide academic records, school leaving certificate and citizenship to the German Embassy – APS department – which verifies these documents on behalf of the APS.
2. University Application: CV, SOP, Recommendation Letters, Transcripts, IELTS/TOEFL scores, and APS Certificate are submitted to the university directly or through the university’s online system (uni-assist).
3. Open a Blocked Account (Sperrkonto): You will receive a blocked account (Expatrio, Fintiba or Coracle) and have to deposit €11,904 to provide a living expense proof once you have been admitted.
4. Visa Application: Make an appointment to the German Embassy in Kathmandu to apply for a National Visa (Type D) with admission and financial proof.