A master’s on top of your bachelor

Master’s Degree

With a recognised bachelor’s degree, a master’s is one of the fastest and most predictable ways into Germany — and the 18-month post-graduation job-search permit is part of the same route.

Legal basis: § 16b AufenthG

Who it fits

Graduates and final-year bachelor students
People who want to specialise and then work in Germany
Anyone starting in English and building German along the way

What is usually required

A bachelor’s degree recognised in Germany (checked via anabin).
Language proof matching the language of the programme; many master’s courses are taught in English.
A letter of admission from the university.
Proof of funds and health insurance.

The route, step by step

Check the recognition of your degree and how your grades convert.
Choose programmes and apply (uni-assist or directly).
After admission: visa and blocked account.
Enrol and collect the residence permit in Germany.
After graduation, 18 months to find work, then the EU Blue Card or § 18b.

This page is informational and is not legal advice. Requirements change; ask the competent authority for binding information.

Is this your route?

Take the test to see how well your profile fits this route, or look at the packages built for it.

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Other pathways

University (Bachelor)

Undergraduate study in Germany

Ausbildung (Vocational Training)

Paid dual vocational training

PhD & Research

Doctorate, researcher and post-doc routes

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