Which countries can I consider for study abroad given my budget constraints for a Master's?
Here are some affordable study abroad destinations that offer quality education and reasonable living costs:
- Germany: Public universities have minimal semester fees (€150 - €350, about ₹13,000 - ₹31,000). Monthly living costs are ₹75,000 - ₹90,000. Offers many English-taught master's programs and an 18-month post-study work visa (PSW).
- Poland: Tuition is €2,000 - €4,500/year (₹1.8 - ₹4 lakh). Living costs are ₹45,000 - ₹63,000/month. Offers English-taught programs and part-time work options.
- France: Public universities charge €2,770 - €3,770/year (₹2.94 - ₹4 lakh). Living costs range from ₹74,000 - ₹1,06,000/month. Offers English-taught programs and a two-year PSW.
- Malaysia: Tuition is ₹1.2 - ₹2.6 lakh/year. Living costs are ₹26,000 - ₹44,000/month. Wide range of English-medium programs and part-time work allowed.
- Taiwan: Tuition is ₹1.3 - ₹3.3 lakh/year. Living costs are ₹35,000 - ₹60,000/month. Increasing number of English programs and post-study work options.
These countries combine low tuition, reasonable living costs, and post-study work opportunities.
How much will a month in Germany cost you?
Rent, food and travel. A real monthly budget, city by city.
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