What are the eligibility criteria, required documents, overall expenses, and accommodation options for studying in Italy, Germany, and Dubai in UAE?
Here’s a country-wise summary for studying a Master’s in Italy, Germany, and Dubai:
Italy
- Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree (50 - 70% marks, varies by university); IELTS 6.0 - 7.0 or TOEFL iBT 70 - 100 for English programs.
- Documents: Degree/transcripts, SOP, CV, recommendation letters, language proof, passport, financial proof, health insurance.
- Expenses (annual): Public university tuition €900 - €4,000; living €7,000 - €10,000. Total: €10,000 - €15,000 (higher for private).
- Accommodation: Dorms, shared/private rentals; rent €300 - €700/month.
Germany
- Eligibility: Relevant Bachelor’s; IELTS 6.0 - 6.5 or TOEFL; APS certificate required for Indian students.
- Documents: Degree/transcripts, APS, SOP, CV, recommendation letters, language proof, passport, blocked account (~€11,208), health insurance.
- Expenses (annual): Mostly free tuition (public); semester fees €150 - €350; living €10,000 - €14,400. Total: €11,000 - €15,000.
- Accommodation: Student dorms, shared flats, private apartments; rent €250 - €600/month.
Dubai (UAE)
- Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree (50 - 60% marks); IELTS 6.0 - 6.5.
- Documents: Degree/transcripts, SOP, CV, recommendation letters, language proof, passport, financial proof, health insurance, admission letter.
- Expenses (annual): Tuition AED 30,000 - 100,000 (₹7.3 - 24.3 lakh); living AED 48,000 - 84,000 (₹11.6 - 20.5 lakh). Total: AED 78,000 - 185,000 (₹19 - 45 lakh).
- Accommodation: University housing, shared/private rentals; rent AED 2,500 - 5,000+/month.
Costs and requirements are subject to change. For personalized guidance on applications or planning, connect with your LeapScholar counsellor.
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