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Can you suggest affordable countries other than Germany for studying abroad in France/Malaysia for a Postgraduate?

18 Jul 2026 · Answered by Shairal Pathak · 1 min read
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Here are some affordable countries (other than Germany) for studying abroad:

- Poland: Tuition ₹1.8 - 4.5 lakh/year, living costs ₹35,000 - 53,000/month. Known for low costs and quality education.
- Malaysia: Tuition ₹1.2 - 2.6 lakh/year, living costs ₹26,000 - 44,000/month. Offers a multicultural environment and English-medium courses.
- France: Public university tuition ₹15,000 - 35,000/year, living costs ₹70,000 - 1 lakh/month. Popular for postgraduate programs in English.
- Taiwan: Tuition ₹1.5 - 4 lakh/year, living costs ₹35,000 - 55,000/month. Strong in technology and innovation.
- Hungary: Tuition ₹1.8 - 4.5 lakh/year, living costs ₹44,000 - 62,000/month. Affordable and offers many English-taught programs.

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Mahalakshmi K
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Yes, there are several affordable study abroad options beyond Germany.

- Poland: Tuition fees are typically ₹1.8 - 2.7 lakh/year, with living costs around ₹35,000 - 53,000/month. Many English-taught programs are available.
- Malaysia: Tuition ranges from ₹1 - 3 lakh/year, and living costs are about ₹25,000 - 40,000/month. Offers a multicultural environment and English-medium courses.
- France: Public universities charge ₹15,000 - 35,000/year, with living expenses around ₹70,000 - 1 lakh/month (lower outside Paris). Scholarships are available.
- Taiwan: Tuition is about ₹1.5 - 4 lakh/year, and living costs are ₹35,000 - 55,000/month. Known for technology and research focus.
- Hungary: Tuition ranges from ₹1 - 4.5 lakh/year, with living costs around ₹35,000 - 50,000/month. Scholarships like Stipendium Hungaricum are offered.

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Abhishek Mehta
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Yes, there are several countries where you can pursue a quality master's degree with a lower budget, typically within ₹10 - 20 lakhs for the entire program.

- Germany: Minimal or no tuition at public universities; living expenses around ₹8 - 12 lakhs/year. Strong post-study work opportunities.
- Poland: Tuition of ₹2 - 4 lakhs/year; living costs ₹3.5 - 5.5 lakhs/year. Many English-taught programs.
- Malaysia: Tuition ₹3 - 8 lakhs/year; living expenses ₹3 - 5 lakhs/year. English-medium courses in a multicultural setting.
- France: Tuition ₹2.5 - 4 lakhs/year (public universities); living expenses ₹6.5 - 9 lakhs/year. Scholarships and post-study work visas available.
- Italy: Tuition ₹1 - 3 lakhs/year; living expenses ₹7.5 - 11.5 lakhs/year. Regional grants for students.
- Czech Republic & Hungary: Tuition ₹1.5 - 4.5 lakhs/year; living expenses ₹4 - 8 lakhs/year. Affordable European education.
- Taiwan: Tuition ₹1.5 - 4 lakhs/year; living costs ₹4.5 - 6 lakhs/year. Focus on technology and research.

These options balance affordability and quality, with many offering post-study work opportunities.

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