Neubrandenburg, Germany
Hochschule Neubrandenburg - University of Applied Sciences
University university
Tuition (non-EU)
€0
IELTS minimum
6
Institution
University university
City
Neubrandenburg, Germany
Fields
agriculture, social-sciences, health, computer-science
Why this works
- Zero tuition for international students — rare even in Germany, where most public universities charge no fees but some Bundesländer impose non-EU semester surcharges.
- IELTS 6.0 entry threshold is accessible for CIS applicants without near-native English proficiency.
- Applied-sciences profile means practical placements and project work are built into the curriculum from year one.
- Fields span agriculture, health, social sciences, and computer science — useful coverage for students in high-demand applied sectors.
- A German EU degree gives access to the 18-month post-study job-seeker visa and up to 120 full days of student work rights per year.
- Neubrandenburg's low cost of living compared to Berlin or Hamburg means your €11,904 Sperrkonto stretches further month to month.
What to check
- Daily life and many degree components are conducted in German — CIS students without B2/C1 German will face a steep language barrier outside English-taught modules.
- Non-EU school leavers often must complete a Studienkolleg or equivalent before direct bachelor admission in Germany — confirm whether your qualification is recognised.
- Neubrandenburg is a small city with a limited local job market, reducing internship and part-time work options compared to larger German cities.
- You must prove roughly €11,904 in a German blocked account (Sperrkonto) before a student visa is issued — a significant upfront financial commitment.
- Applied-sciences universities (Fachhochschulen) have more restricted pathways to research-track master's programmes than research universities (Universitäten).
Figures are indicative and change by academic year. Always confirm tuition, deadlines and visa requirements on the official institution and government sources before applying.