Best Courses in Germany for Indians in 2025

Germany has recently surpassed Canada as one of the most preferred study-abroad destinations. A recent report revealed that only 9.3% of students stated Canada as their preferred study destination, whereas a whopping 32.6% of students preferred Germany.

With this growing interest in Germany as a study destination, let’s explore the top 7 courses to pursue in Germany in 2025 along with a university shortlist for each field.

1. Data Sciences, Business Analytics, and IT

According to the official figures from the Federal Government, there are approximately 1.5 lakh vacant positions in this field, and Germany’s mid-sized IT industry generates a revenue of €84 billion annually. Clearly, IT and related subjects are excellent choices for 2025.

Top universities for this field:

• Technical University of Hamburg
• RWTH Aachen University
• University of Stuttgart
• TU Berlin
• University of Potsdam

2. Engineering

Germany has long been a hub for engineering, with fields like Electrical, Mechanical, Telecommunications, and Computer Engineering in high demand. The German Government says that a great number of vacant jobs in higher positions are available for engineers.

Best universities to target:

• Technical University of Munich
• Heidelberg University
• Erfurt University of Applied Sciences
• Friedrich Alexander University Erlangen Nuremberg

3. Finance and Accounting

Germany has an extensive financial sector that comprises banks, insurance companies and investment firms. Professionals in Finance and Accounting earn an average annual salary ranging from €40,000 to €44,000.

Top universities for Finance & Accounting:

• University of Ulm
• WHU Otto Beisheim School of Management
• Augsburg University of Technology
• Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences
• Johann Wolfgang Goethe University
   

4. Product Management

According to Glassdoor, Product Managers are in high demand in Germany, with job openings growing every year.

Best universities for Product Management:

• University of Applied Sciences Ansbach
• Karlsruhe Institute of Technology
• Hof University of Applied Sciences
• University of Europe for Applied Sciences
• CODE University of Applied Sciences
   

5. Transport, Logistics, and Supply Chain

Yes, Germany’s location provides companies with opportunities for convenient Europe-wide distribution and easy access to the EU's 500 million consumers making this field a very booming opportunity for students. The average starting salary in this field is approximately €36,000 to €40,000 per year.

Top universities for this field:

• Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences
• Kühne Logistics University
• Technical University of Applied Sciences Wildau
• Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt
• University of Cologne

6. UI/UX Design

UI/UX design was ranked among the top 25 jobs in Germany, with starting salaries of around €40,000 per year. The field is growing rapidly due to Germany’s vibrant startup ecosystem and the presence of well-established tech firms.

Top universities for UI/UX Design:

• SRH Berlin University of Applied Sciences
• HMKW University of Media, Communication and Economics
• University of Europe for Applied Sciences
• Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences
• Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt

7. Sustainability and Green Tech

Also known as Green Jobs, this field includes disciplines like Renewable Energy, Sustainability, and Green Tech. Just to give you an idea 350 thousand people in Germany are working in the renewable energy sector alone, which means there is a massive scope in this field. 

Best universities for Sustainability & Green Tech:

• Hamburg University of Applied Sciences
• Nordhausen University of Applied Sciences
• University of Applied Sciences Cologne
• University of Oldenburg
• University of Applied Sciences Mannheim
   

Other Fast-Growing Fields in Germany

Apart from these top courses, sectors such as Marketing, Sales, Healthcare, Software Development, Cybersecurity, Automotive, Shipping & Manufacturing, Childcare & Education, and Customer Services are experiencing rapid growth. These fields are great choices for students looking to establish a career in Germany.