Are University Rankings Important in Germany? (The TRUTH)

University Rankings in Germany are becoming increasingly popular. But are they even good? How should you choose your university in Germany?
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[@SurajPokhrel]

Your videos are the reason i'm planning to do my masters in Germany. Thank you so much for clarifying us about the ranking system.

[@maxyoko]

That's amazing to hear. Wish you the best! I'll support as best as I can with my content

[@SurajPokhrel]

@@maxyoko Not just that bro.. i would like to meet you if i come to munich

[@mangirishmadyar6619]

Bro you need to make yt 101 course, the videos are epic. Very true about the employment part, i have noticed that employers often don't really check much about the specifics. Keep up the good work Max!

[@maxyoko]

Not skilled enough yet to make a course but appreciate the compliment ❤️

[@asifbudihal2057]

Make video on law graduation and opportunities in law in germany

[@Piano_improvisations]

I think the impact it has is that the better the university, the better the professors are. Like I doubt that a normal university has better profs than the tum tbh. I study physics and our calc. prof was amazing and she told us she even had the opportunity to be a prof at princeton.

[@TruthAlways563]

You are doing a great work Max!

[@maxyoko]

Love u ^^

[@felixz2703]

Searching for a Werkstudent Job next to studies asap and gain practical experience is much more valued from recruiters.

[@maxyoko]

100%

[@primalhunter3339]

Given the fact that most universities in Germany are free at almost every level for everyone, I feel like they really are punching above their weight since they may not be as rich as UK or US universities. Imagine how much higher ranked they'd be if they actually charged tuition fees

[@thebluescaptain]

Went to Australian Uni, lived in the US for years, all I can say is that ranks are bollocks. It's based off of "peer reviewed" researches, which is a giga circlejerk festival.

[@AltIng9154]

Not the point: Our Nobel Prize Laureates work at Max Planck, Fraunhofer, Helmholtz ... etc. . That means, their Nobel Prizes don't count for German Universities!

[@AltIng9154]

You don't get it. Nobel Prices don't count for German Universities, because the research is done by Max Planck, Fraunhofer,... etc. . But the Laurates themselves are often "made" by the famous Unis, but that is not a case of the ranking. German Universities don't fit to the ranking system,... :-)

[@ByronezSaka]

Just what i needed,you read my mind,dont you?Thankyou Maxy

[@maxyoko]

You're welcome!

[@zerddrez235]

Thank you so much. I‘m studying at TUM and it is the worst decision of my life. I‘m thinking of transferring. Never thought I‘d be in such position.

[@GauharAyub-qr4ph]

Where are you thinking to go now , applied science ???

[@r1one376]

I dream about going to TUM this year. What's wrong with it? Why do you regret about that?

[@GauharAyub-qr4ph]

@@r1one376 see if you aim for RnD then TU are best bust for job market purpose applied sciences are best

[@i86ij99]

Universities rankings are just an Anglo-Saxon circle-jerks. I have many friends who studied engineering at Imperial College London, supposedly "top ranked" globally, yet my engineering degree from an unknown german university was comparatively much more intense, compressed and challenging. There are also many opportunities in Germany to find parallel student jobs in real engineering companies during one's studies. Many of those "top-ranked" engineering students in the US/UK simply ended up in finance or consulting, with little real-world engineering acumen or experience.

[@AltIng9154]

Yes, if a German does your statement it could sound like boasting... but I think it is still true. As Max mentioned, at a German Uni you need to understand concepts and use them for even for seperated fields of Engineering. I am a retired Electrical Engineer, Dipl.-Ing. TU.... but I was able to repair a cooling device to save time. Not meant as boasting... . Got it?

[@andresaguirre462]

However the same universities add their rankings on their website to attract more students. Most likely rankings in Germany or the DACH region won't matter. However, an international reputation will help if you would like to enhance a carrer internationally specifically in Europe. At the end of the day just as you mentioned on the video, the name of the university is just one part of the puzzle. Experience I believe is what matters the most anywhere.

[@AltIng9154]

Well, our" crap "universities, still produce Nobel Laurates... and halfway useful engineers. :-)

[@St.LaurentDon]

Going to TUHH this fall excited.

[@maxyoko]

Congrats! 💪

[@jonasschreiber2461]

Nice m8. I am currently. Mech E student at TUHH. Which Programm ade you applying for?

[@soph-n1w]

your videos are incredibly helpful ! thank you Max :)

[@maxyoko]

Happy to hear that 🫶

[@bilalmohammad4242]

Keep up Max 🙌🏻

[@AltIng9154]

You are right. The main problem of German Universities is, the research is mainly done within Max Planck, Fraunhofer, Helmholtz ... etc. . In short: Nobel Prizes don't count for German Universities! The bitter truth! If you want to find out what are the best universities, find out where our Nobel Prize Laureates are "made" . Not meant as boasting. I was really amazed, why a very famous employer those days, 80ties last century, was really interested in me, although I really couldn't boast any particularly good grades on my diploma! I asked a recruiter occasionally ...later on. His answer was: Quote:" Da machen Sie sich mal keine Sorgen, wir wissen ja, wo Sie studiert haben." Don't worry, we know where you studied. I can't say, if that can happen nowadays, but I studied at on of the TU9 Unis. My Uni was regarded to be hard core "Machinenbau" mechanical engineering Uni, that means even an electrical engineer got a broad understanding of mechanical engineering. Other TUs were famous for other subjects. Nowadays, there are as many degree programs as there are professors?!

[@maxyoko]

You're right, I also feel like the university landscape has changed in Germany

[@BeMC10]

Thanks! So helpful!

[@maxyoko]

❤️❤️

[@omarahmed-rc6ob]

Hi Max can you make the next video about starting startup in germany as a non eu student while studying

[@Ingrid-wf4cl]

forschung.rwu.de/sites/forschung/files/2022-05/Start-up-Guide-Non-EU-Citizens.pdf

[@yvng_mike]

interesting observations damn

[@parveshkumarzakirian8262]

I would love to see a video on the project management program in Germany and its future as a project manager. Could you please create a video that covers all the major points......

[@aurorateemo3708]

one of my fav youtubers so far your content is interesting straight forward and so educational, i want to consider a master program in germany yet i got sick thru all the year so i was crazy worried that i won't get accepted cuz of my grades drop thank u !!!

[@DekuDude]

Like always a good video.

[@maxyoko]

❤️❤️

[@syedmujhtaba600]

Thanks max❤

[@maxyoko]

❤️❤️

[@chibha96]

Thanks for the video and your information. Your perspective on this topic is broad and can help international students make a informed decision when visiting Germany for academic pursuits. Meanwhile I came across something on the Internet known as Kunst Schule which is for art/design/fine arts/music & humanities and an alternative to FH or TU as the course are equivalent to diploma. I'm exploring this option out of curiosity since I got rejected for admission for a masters design course in a German FH. I discussed my case in one of your videos and got some interesting responses from netizens. I find Kunst Schule having a strong presence in Germany when I googled this term. Let me know if anyone is aware of these institutions as they don't follow a conventional ranking system and the talk of the town is rigorous academics / multiple rejections for admissions / clashing ideologies between student - professor - administration etc. and requirement of German language. I assume they have a strong connect with local industry over companies as their approach is vocational.

[@mahdeekhan5573]

HEY @maxyoko !! love your videos could you please make a video about early preparations to take before applying, such as when you are in grade 10, 11 or 12. I have emailed you in details regarding this question and I would love to hear from you, please.

[@syedsamiulhoda3917]

Bro make a video about Media and communication studies

[@Contradictive]

Rankings really matters when it comes to md and PhDs If you got your PhD from an elite-ranked university, any research you do will be influencing even if you don't know much about what you're researching but you'll be authenticated because of the brand you got your PhD from.

[@AltIng9154]

But for 95+% it is not anyhow interesting. 😊 Fachhochschule almost 99,x%

[@Contradictive]

@@AltIng9154 sorry, didn't get it More details please

[@AltIng9154]

@@Contradictive If you really would do research a Professor may have encouraged you! Max Planck, Fraunhofer… . That means to get a Dr. grade from a famous University alone means almost nothing.

[@Contradictive]

@@AltIng9154 yeah sure, an academic degree would defenitely help but the degree alone is nothing this is true, the thing is what really helps along with the degree? An ausbildung or full time job while doing the research?

[@AltIng9154]

@@Contradictive To do research seriously you would need to apply at a Max Planck Institute for example. Very, very high hurdles… . :-) That means very very few really do it. The Dr. grade is a part of it, … but somehow basics.

[@magpie4720]

Hey Max, great video! Can you make a video on the recent APS update on the news that students from universities with H+/- and H- status won't be allowed visa in germany? Thank you

[@therealmagicmonti]

Same in Austria

[@ryftEditz]

Hi max love your videos, I wanted to ask if you could help in profile building for scholarships as i have absolutely zero idea on how to do that ( i have the grades but thats it ). Maybe a video if you are free ?

[@Alex.Shalda]

Can you guys please tell me, what you think of Fernuni Hagen? I work, and cannot attend classes at a uni. Fernuni provides remote education plus it is also a state university. I want to study CS

[@TruthAlways563]

@@Alex.Shalda not recommended

[@Alex.Shalda]

@@TruthAlways563 could you please elaborate on that? Thank you

[@mättieuschwarzstern]

Hi, Max. Would you say that the Universität Potsdam is good? I'm thinking about studying there for my masters degree.

[@FlexyBuddies]

Hey Max, can you try applying for summer semester at any German University instead of winter semester, i haven't found any compelling information about this anywhere other than quora?

[@montue6050]

Summer semester starts are rare but they exist. You might want to check directly on the website of the University you are interested in for your specific degree. When I was looking for my BSc, only a hand full of Universities in Germany offered a summer semester start, often with stricter entry requirements due to the rarity.

[@FlexyBuddies]

@@montue6050 oh!, thanks dude

[@jonasschreiber2461]

At my uni, u can only start with the Summer semester for a Masters degree. But it varies at each university. Just check their Website for more Information

[@FlexyBuddies]

@@jonasschreiber2461 Good luck, thank you

[@belugaop7972]

do you think humboldt uni of berlin is good for business degrees? i am about to finish my studienkolleg and im planning to shift in berlin...if not can you recommend some universities situated in berlin...

[@gugulethu8749]

Hi Max, what's your review on IU International University of Applied Science?

[@JayPrakash-gn7xj]

Bro, please make video on how Indian students can get into German universities through JEE MAINS and JEE ADVANCED EXAMINATION

[@neutralasswitz3192]

Ich bin ehrlich, die Videos helfen um den Überblick zu finden. 😅

[@maxyoko]

Freut mich richtig zu hören!

[@Amerigohall]

Is it possible to become a software engineer by completing Bachelor's CSE and Masters in Software Engineering?

[@maxyoko]

Yes absolutely!

[@seddikyoussef-f6n]

Very helpful as always. Just a quick question: should I go with an agency when applying for Ausbildung or should I apply myself?I am on a tight budget and currently learning German at an agency. The agency's program takes a year to complete,I am currently at A1 level. I am considering taking an accelerated training program at another center that would allow me to finish in 6 months. However, if I choose the accelerated program, the first agency wouldn't apply for the ausbildung for me. In the second case, I would have to apply for it myself. I'm really unsure about what to do ?

[@Monkey3241dj]

Bro i have a doubt I have recently done your german kit course And there you have mentioned that doing part time will help And you did ui/ux as u r computer scince student But i am electronics student rn And i will be coming to germany to do masters in my branch So the problem is im skilled in my domain but this domain doesnt have any part time without experience So how can i get money there ?

[@zeyadfateen6497]

Hallo Max, du hast mehrmals die Schwierigkeit des Studiums der Naturwissenschaften erwähnt und ich habe auch gelesen, dass die Erfahrungen vieler Studenten nicht gut sind und sie alle darin übereinstimmen, dass es völlig anders ist als das, was sie in der Schule gelernt haben, ich möchte Physik studieren und ich habe große Angst, vor allem, weil ich nicht der Beste in Physik bin, aber ich bin einfach leidenschaftlich dabei, kannst du ein Video über Tipps zum Studium dieser Art von Fächern (Naturwissenschaften) oder zum Studium in Deutschland im Allgemeinen machen? Gibt es außerdem Vorbereitungskurse in Physik und Mathematik, die von der Universität angeboten werden, oder irgendwelche Online-Kurse, um mich vorzubereiten?

[@jonasschreiber2461]

Hey, vielleicht kann ich dir weiterhelfen. Ich habe zum Wise 23/24 angefangen Maschinenbau zu studieren, obwohl ich auch nicht der beste in Mathe und Physik in meiner Oberstufenzeit war. Mein Noten lagen immer zwischen 8 und 11 Punkten. In der Uni wird Mathe und Physik ganz anders angegangen als in der Schule. Die Professoren in den Vorlesungen zeigen dir nicht nur die Formeln, sondern leiten sie her und erklären woher sie kommen und wie sie sich zusammensetzen. Wenn dich das Interessiert, suche auf KZbin einfach nach Vorlesungen aus dem 1. Semester z.B.. Viele Universitäten bieten für ihre Nat. und Ing. Studenten zum Anfang des Semesters Brückenkurse an. ich hatte in meinen ersten 2 Wochen an der Uni nur Mathevorlesungen wo noch einmal der gesamte Schulstoff erklärt wurde, natürlich aber in einem ganz anderen Tempo. Am Nachmittag könnte man dann in Tutorien gehen und Übungsaufgaben zu den besprechenden Themen bearbeiten. Es gibt aber auch Vorkurse für die Zeit zwischen Abitur und Uni. Da gibt es z.B. den Kostenlosen OMBplus Kurs auf ombplus.de für Mathematik, wo du theoretisch noch einmal den gesamten Schulstoff aufarbeiten kannst. Mach dir nicht all zu viele Gedanken erst recht keine Angst. Klar, solche Studiengänge sind hart, aber man beißt sich da schon durch, vor allem wenn du für einen Themenbereich brennst. Mir half bisher immer, dass ich mir gesagt habe: "so schwer ist es nicht. Das haben schon Hunderttausende vor dir geschafft. Dann kriegst du das auch hin" und bis jetzt lief es auch ganz gut

[@AltIng9154]

Very easy, do maths, maths, maths, maths and ... did I mention maths? 😉 In the first years you will do such an amount of maths, you can't imagine! 3 years high school maths in some weeks! Even electrical engineering meant 2 years of maths, ... ok, last century, but it didn't change much. We did maths around the clock! At least even an average talented guy just like me, could do... Laplace Transformation for example, while sleeping,... literally. I woke up at night and wrote it down! Not a joke.

[@zeyadfateen6497]

@@AltIng9154 Thanks man but i didn't understand anything😭😭 does the uni offer courses for math before the beginning of the semester?

[@maxyoko]

Physik is definitiv hard, vor allem an TUs. Aber lass dich nicht zu sehr abschrecken. Das was am meisten zählt ist Leidenschaft und Ausdauer. Wenn du die ersten Semester überlebst ist der Abschluss meistens drin. Für Erstis gibts meistens mehrwöchige Vorkurse (vor allem für Mathe) am Anfang vom ersten Semester. Ist eine gute Gelegenheit ein Gefühl für das Studium zu bekommen und Freunde zu finden. Sonst kann ich dir empfehlen dich einfach mit Leuten aus den höheren Semester in den Naturwissenschaften zu connecten und die auszuquetschen. Sich Aufzeichnungen von Vorlesungen auf KZbin reinzuziehen und das Modulhandbuch durchzulesen hilt enorm. Es ist auch überhaupt keine Schade den Studiengang zu wechseln wie ich es getan habe. Aber wenn man vor dem Studium schon weiß, dass der Anfang extra hart gemacht wird um Leute auszusieben, fällt es einem definitiv leichter durchzuziehen. Wünsche dir auf jeden Fall viel Erfolg!

[@AltIng9154]

@@zeyadfateen6497 They do, but it is like if you are there with a kid's shovel and a 40 tons truck load comes over you. Ok,... what I want to say is: Maths is always the same, around the world! Do maths as crazy, just where you are and join the local Goethe Institute where you are.

[@moimenmohamed3440]

Can you please talk about going erasmus traineeship in Germany ?

[@sanjeevs9747]

Can people join tu and do a job thats not related to research ?

[@jonasschreiber2461]

OFC. Its up to you, how you handle your freetime. Just keep in mind, that the Workload is heavy at TU's

[@AltIng9154]

Yes, ... let's say 90 to 95% or so?

[@QuitUselessScrolling]

Bro, am from Pakistan, my question is ( bachelors in German language vs bachelor in English language) in Germany?😊

[@TruthAlways563]

if you complete your studienkolleg u can choose for German taught otherwise English taught..cause writing German exams and listening to prof in German is not easy if you are not used to the German atmosphere

[@QuitUselessScrolling]

@@TruthAlways563 okay! 👍 So you mean that if I directly do bachelors without studienkollege then I will study in English only....are you trying to say this?

[@TruthAlways563]

@@QuitUselessScrolling yes exactly don’t go for German taught DIRECTLY because certificates won’t help, there is a high chance you will lack behind in semester exams..which will at the end create a problem in job opportunities

[@QuitUselessScrolling]

@@TruthAlways563 thanks a lot brother....are you German?

[@sebastianauer4007]

How good is your German? I see your English is quite good, following complex topics in a language you're still learning is something I wouldn't try. At the end even a considerable part of german students in germany end up doing their master's in english.

[@minazpathan109]

Even if someone completes c1 Level german how hard would it be for them to pursue masters in German language..I’m thinking of doing an msc in clinical psychology in German..

[@maxyoko]

C1 is basically fluent so it won't be that hard! Psychology is definitely a demanding one but if you fulfill the language requirements for it, it should be fine

[@siddartharaogandra4066]

thanks and I have one doubt I am a computer science graduate and want to do masters in germany can you tell me the field in IT and Computer Science where can I get a job and enjoy it without having coding and atleast least coding and involves less german language as I did not start learning it and say some in demand jobs in IT field and Is the job market in germany down at present? Like many are saying its in recession?……. It would be so helpful for me if you ans this questions

[@sarcasticmemes6282]

Hey man i just wanted to know if i do my 1st year bachelors in india via online degree program which give bsc degree then can i directly get admit in German public university?

[@jdotthanu8515]

Bro I'm planing to do masters in germany once i finished my biological science degree (natural sciences) . Can i study my masters in English language in germany?

[@montue6050]

Especially for MSc programs, there are numerous opportunities in English, as well as international co-operations with two or more Universities. It is also possible, that only certain modules are available in English, limiting your choice within a program. I am for example studying a biological MSc completely in English.

[@AltIng9154]

@@montue6050 If you don't want to work in Germany, ... that might be a good idea, but ...

[@maxyoko]

I can still recommend you do a German-taught master's because you will need German to get good opportunities later. But don't worry, most of the master's programs also have a lot of English elements. A lot of people even end up writing their masters thesis in English

[@jdotthanu8515]

@@montue6050 but i can still find many english courses through daad website . Is that true

[@jdotthanu8515]

@@montue6050 bro can i get ur Instagram or something to talk about further

[@the_man_who_germany5424]

German studens and employers do not care about University rankings. If you apply to an international company, it matters of course! As German companies are hiring less and less, attractiveness to international companies will become more important for students. I just can stress: quit your studies in Germany and relocate to Switzerland, UK or the US.

[@1kromoff]

Can I study at fully English taught programs at public universities in germany

[@AltIng9154]

Yes, there are some,... but it is useless,... . Waste of time.

[@1kromoff]

​@AltIng9154 what would you recommend then

[@maxyoko]

You can study in an English taught degree in Germany but you will need good German for your career. I always recommend people to go for a German-taught degree. I know it requires more work in the beginning but it's going to pay off!

[@AltIng9154]

@@1kromoff I think, if you study in Germany, you should become somehow a "German" engineer. Without the German language, you will miss the German concept of thinking. 😀A hint: Trial and error is not the German method.

[@Cognitivecode7]

multiple internship as data science intern, voluntary for one month in an ngo, publish some paper in ai can give me scholarship for bachelor in germany? im from india even fees are nearly free, we have to show 11k block account funds

[@teamdynamic5178]

Where to check for che rankings of a particular university

[@maxyoko]

You can type CHE ranking into Google. Or have a look here: www.daad.de/en/studying-in-germany/universities/che-ranking/?che-a=ranking-list&che-degree-id=3&che-subject-id=27&che-university-type-id=

[@teamdynamic5178]

@@maxyoko thankyou

[@keep-it-simple-shu]

ranking is definitely something, but not everything

[@maxyoko]

Well said

[@vishnukm3589]

Bro i am Bsc electronics graduate,have around 70% mark. but its 3year bachelors. So can i apply for masters in engineering in electronics related subjects. Is there any problem.What is my chance.Bro plzz reply.

[@awladhossainaabir647]

So, how can i find good Applied Sciences University?

[@maxyoko]

You can refer to the CHE ranking here as well

[@emmymahmoud5741]

Can i do the studienkolleg in my country if i am already c1 at German

[@Jahid-Ripon.10]

How to get the course module book for a specific course ?

[@maxyoko]

It's usually on the university website

[@kushanichamodya-h9n]

I hope to do a chemical engineering bachelor which taught in both english and german languages .I am a sri lankan .Is that risky fo me? Plz reply me sir😢

[@pahadiasd5992]

How is TU dresden for MSC in Nanoelectronic systems

[@neptune1525]

I am planning to study at Leuphana Universität Lüneburg, is it a good university???

[@John-ql4gc]

Not Bad Not great. But ITS Always dependig on the subjekt

[@jarzejan3159]

Chemistry in Aachen or Heidelberg ?

[@itsAnkitGupta]

Can someone please suggest 4-5 good public universities to pursue MS in Data Science and Analytics?

[@Hasan-mx5tw]

Is bauhaus univeristy in weimar good??)

[@maxyoko]

Very well known university in Germany :)

[@antonyphilip5279]

Do you know any good universities that teach physics?

[@Code.with.Tanmay]

I want help in University admissions in Germany, it would be great if you could help me...

[@baijusebastin5287]

Hey i am searching for a university with a global ranking of somewhere around 8000 which is located in baden wuttennburg. Anybody knows about it?.

[@fabianwagner588]

Every small town has its own uni or fh wdym ?

[@baijusebastin5287]

Hey just wanna ask , Is it possible to find jobs in these small towns as an international student

[@eyesoffloraandfauna8728]

Pvt uni ranking?

[@maxyoko]

It again depends on the subject. I believe the CHE ranking also includes private universities

[@harshastark2174]

Help me out guys is SRH Berlin a good uni?

[@TruthAlways563]

It’s a private university if you can afford tuition fees..it is a great university

[@harshastark2174]

​@@TruthAlways563 Thanks man

[@bahaaworld]

1st comment I'm going ti cologne business school

[@NikitaMallick-y5v]

For which program?

[@bahaaworld]

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