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Universities, scholarships and degree recognition in Germany.
Germany plans to introduce developmental assessments for young children and extra daycare support. Here's what foreign and bilingual families need to know about the reform.
Family Minister Prien is pushing a law to raise childcare quality in Germany, arguing early education should open equal opportunities for all children.
Five institutions have been named Germany's newest Excellence Universities, bringing more research funding and prestige — here's what it means if you study or research in Germany.
The EU has announced plans for strict age limits on children using social media, games and AI tools, and would require platforms to be safe before minors can access them.
Confused by terms like Lebenskunde or NaWi on your child's timetable? This guide helps expat parents understand what kids actually learn in German schools.
Germany's schools have hit their lowest PISA scores in 25 years. Politicians want language tests and tougher standards — here's what expat parents need to know.
The AfD in Saxony-Anhalt is proposing major changes to schools, including ending inclusive education and home schooling. Not all plans are legally possible.
Germany's latest PISA study results have alarmed experts and politicians alike, triggering a national debate on school quality that matters for expat families.
Expat parents share honest views on German schools — the good, the bad, and the surprising. Here's what families moving to Germany should know.
Berlin and Brandenburg schools face record pupil numbers and hundreds of unfilled teaching posts. Here's what expat families need to know for the school year.
From school bags to class trips, costs add up fast. Here's every benefit and payment available to families in Germany to cover school expenses.
A 24-year-old Ukrainian veteran who lost his leg is now studying prosthetics in Berlin — a story of resilience and the integration pathways available in Germany.
Germany's cabinet takes the first step toward raising BAföG student aid. Here's what the increase means for students, including eligible international residents.
Germany's new legal right to full-day care for first-graders is now in effect. Here's what expat families need to know about access, availability, and what to expect.
Education Minister Karin Prien's draft Kita Law would require mandatory German language tests for four-year-olds — here's what expat families need to know.
Germany's Education Minister wants a minimum age of 13 for social media use. Around 350,000 young people are considered addicted. Here's what expat families need to know.
TUM is Germany's only top-50 university in the QS rankings. Here's what expats and international students should know about studying in Germany.
Germany's Research Minister rejected BAföG reform, sparking student protests. Find out what this means for funding support if you study in Germany.
Germany's planned BAföG student aid reform has stalled due to coalition disagreements. Students hoping for higher support rates face uncertainty ahead of the winter semester.
From DAAD to Deutschlandstipendium, here are every major scholarship open for international students in Germany right now — with deadlines, amounts, and exactly what to do this month.
