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Germany: Education, Weather & Stay

Introduction

Germany, officially known as the Federal Republic of Germany, is located in Central Europe. Germany shares its borders with Poland and the Czech Republic in the East, Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg and France in the West, Denmark in the North, and Austria and Switzerland in the South.
Germany is a federal democratic republic that consists of 16 states. The country is a member of premier world bodies like the United Nations, NATO, the G8 and G4. Germany is also a founding member of the European Union. Also, the country is among one of the most populous and most economically advanced members of the European Union.

Climatic Conditions in Germany -

A substantial part of the country experiences cool/temperate climate. The north and northwestern parts experience oceanic climate with rains falling all through the year. Summers and winters are relatively mild. Climate, to a great extent is also affected by the Gulf Stream. In summers temperatures can cross the 30 degree Celsius mark. While the eastern parts experience extreme weather conditions with winters extremely cold and summers very hot. The central and southern parts of the country experience moderate climate.

Education Scenario in Germany -

Quality and diversity in courses offered by German institutions is the main reason why students increasingly prefer Germany as their destination for higher education. Courses offered by the institutions in the country have been designed to meet international benchmarks. Qualifications offered have international recognition. One of the main characteristics of German education system is that it is open to anyone who fulfills the requirements. One of the basic principles of the German University System is academic freedom. Academic freedom has seen huge student turnout in recent times and is the reason why universities/institutions in the country do not charge any fee. Only a few private institutions charge for education.

Staying options in Germany –

There are a plenty of staying options available for students who visit Germany for higher studies. The Student Services can help those students who have not arranged for accommodation before their arrival, with temporary accommodation. Youth hostel facilities are also available for a few days. These hostels are cheaper than a hotel or a guesthouse but one needs a Youth Hostel card to avail of this facility. These cards can be obtained from any youth hostel in the country. The tourist information centers can also help students in finding a guesthouse or a hotel.

Unlike universities in many other countries, German universities do not have hostel facilities. Students therefore are required to arrange for their own stay. Various staying options ranging from 100 to 250 Euros are available for students.

Student hostels are the cheapest of all and consequently they have huge demand. An early application to the local student service office can brighten up the chances of getting an accommodation in a hostel.

Private accommodation depends on a number of factors. Student Service and students’ union have agencies that inform the students about rooms to be rented. Also, there are international flat-sharing agencies that provide information on accommodation. These agencies arrange for accommodation across countries and hence they can be useful. Some of the well-known agencies are LIVIN and INTAS.

Local newspapers also provide information on available accommodation usually on Wednesdays and Saturday s.