Tuition (non-EU)
€0
IELTS minimum
6
Institution
University university
City
Lübeck, Germany
Fields
engineering, computer-science, business
Why this works
- Zero tuition for international students, matching the German public university norm and saving tens of thousands versus private alternatives.
- IELTS 6.0 entry threshold is accessible for CIS applicants who have completed upper-intermediate English preparation.
- Engineering and computer science programmes align directly with Germany's Mittelstand economy and sustained demand for technical graduates.
- An EU-recognised German degree opens job markets across all 27 EU and Schengen states after graduation.
- Germany grants 18 months of post-study job-seeker visa time, giving graduates a structured path to a Blue Card work permit.
- Lübeck is a mid-sized Baltic Sea city with manageable cost of living compared to Hamburg or Munich, easing the student budget.
What to check
- Most bachelor programmes are taught in German; without C1 level, a student cannot access the full curriculum even with IELTS 6.0.
- Non-EU school leavers whose qualification is not directly recognised will need to complete a Studienkolleg preparatory course before admission.
- Germany requires proof of funds via a blocked account (Sperrkonto) of roughly €11,904 per year, which must be arranged before the visa application.
- Lübeck's smaller economy offers fewer large-company internships than Hamburg, Frankfurt, or Munich, which can limit practical work experience options.
- Student housing is scarce across Germany; dormitory places are limited and private rentals in desirable areas can be difficult to secure quickly.
Figures are indicative and change by academic year. Always confirm tuition, deadlines and visa requirements on the official institution and government sources before applying.