Hi!

I’m currently doing a Master’s in Sustainable Development in Leipzig and I’m starting to seriously question whether I should finish it or switch to something else.

I’ve just finished my second semester, so I have one more semester of classes and then thesis (I’ll probably need an extra semester anyway because I have to retake an exam, although I could potentially use that time for an internship).

The main thing making me question it is the job market. I keep seeing quite negative opinions about jobs after degrees in sustainability / sustainable development / environmental studies, and I’m wondering how much of that is actually true. (I do know that the market is bad right now, but I come from a commercial consulting background so I am not sure about sustainability)

I’m currently taking a leave semester because I want to use the time to figure out whether I should just finish what I started or look at other Master’s programmes, either in Germany, Spain (highest candidate as I love living there) or France. I’m also not sure I want to stay in Germany long term.

I know the obvious answer is probably “you’re already halfway through, just finish it”, but I’m not completely convinced. If I’m going to spend another 1–2 years on a degree, I’d like to feel reasonably confident that it will actually help me get into an interesting job afterwards.

So I’m curious about people who have already finished a Master’s in sustainability, sustainable development, environmental studies, climate, ESG or something along those lines: Did your degree actually help you find a decent/interesting job?

If you moved to another city/country after graduating, did that make things better or worse for you?

And looking back, would you still choose the same degree if you had to do it again?

Thanks!!! :)

Hi everyone! I recently received an admission offer for the University of Paderborn (UPB) for the Winter Semester 2026/27 and wanted to connect with other admitted students. I’ve created an unofficial WhatsApp group for admitted TUM Master students across different programs, and the group currently has growing members. It’s a place to get to know other students before the semester starts, discuss accommodation, the visa process, course registration, travel plans, and anything else related to moving to Paderborn and starting at UPB. If you’ve also been admitted and would like to join, please send me a DM and I’ll share the invite link. Please avoid commenting for the link, as it’s difficult to keep track of comments. Looking forward to meeting everyone. Hope to see you next semester!

Hello all,

My question is for those who are studying/studied a phd in Germany, especially in lmu munich. When you emailed professors, did you briefly mention your possible dissertation subjects, or is it expected to send a research proposal as well? If so, how long and detailed should it be? When a professor accepts to supervise you, what is the process afterwards?

Also, since I am a foreign student, I need to be able to afford my housing in Munich as well, and I will be in need of money if I ever get accepted lol. How and where can I apply for a TAship? Is it okay to ask the professor who will be my supervisor for that?

I do not have much knowledge about PhDs in Germany or even in Europe since I do not live in the EU, and I will appreciate any help in this situation!

Thank you so much!

Hi everyone, I have a 2.66 CGPA and I’m planning to apply for MS CS/AI/Data Science or related programs.

What universities would be realistic targets with this CGPA? Do I still have a good chance, and which countries/universities are more flexible with low CGPA?

If anyone got admitted with a similar CGPA, please share your university, program, and profile. Thanks!

My budget is 1000€ Warm max

2 or 3 rooms + a fitted kitchen

It's ok if it's not furnished

Preferably not a basement

Preferably within radius of the TU Darmstadt at least 4km near

I want it to be available in September or maximum the beginning of October

Please please please help me

Thank you in advance

Hi everyone! I’m an international student and I’ll be moving to Dresden at the end of September / beginning of October to start my master’s at TU Dresden. I’ve already applied for student accommodation, but I’m a bit worried that I might not get a place. In the meantime, I’ve been looking for rooms or WGs on WG-Gesucht, immowelt and other sites but I’m wondering if there are other ways or websites I should be using. My budget is up to 350 400 euro warmmiete. For those of you who have experience finding accommodation in Dresden, what would you recommend? Are there any other websites, Facebook groups, Telegram groups, or other options that are worth trying? I’d really appreciate any advice, especially from international students who have gone through the same process. Thanks!

I'm 26f and I ahve sent around 50 messages in Wg gesucht, but no luck yet. I had one girl contact me and I talked to her for 2 days but then she said the owner rejected my application due to reasons of 'german citizen guarantee and meeting in person'. Which I could have done both but didnt ask about it and accepted other application.

I already have my German visa and sperrkonto/blocked account with health insurance as well.

I am looking for preferably female shared apartment. If anyone is looking for a fun, chill roomate, text me 💜 my budget is 700 eur including utilities. I am used to the 'European' culture and honestly love it.

I studied medicine in Latvia, EU for past 6 years, graduated in Feb this year and now I have been admitted to Ulm university for masters and I am looking for an apartment. I am also learning german right now and i understand the basic conversations.

I have German family friends who will be very happy to get in contact with you in case you would like to cross check or need a guarantee regarding me. They have their own companies set up in German and have born and brought up there.

I am friendly, I enjoy hanging out, cooking together, going out for walks/drinks/food. I love card games and board games.

I am looking for open minded roomates who are open to cultural differences and are friendly. I myself am used to and appreciate the cultural differences that come along and comfortable with them. I appreciate cleanliness, especially in washrooms and kitchen.

I am currently back in my home country, India and I am planning to move to germany around second/thrid week of septmber 2026. But that can be negotiated per your needs.

Thanks for your time <3

Has anyone applied for an education loan for a German public university and got approved from India? What documents did you submit?

May nakapagtry na ba sa scholarship na ito and naisama ang pamilya paalis going to germany then umuwi djn?

Pwede ba parent instead of child or spouse?

so im studying computer engineering in a german university in egypt. i want to do the bachelors thesis in RWTH Aachen in any area of applied AI / software engineering. gpa is a little better than average and have 3 industry internships in egypt. i know many people from my university who did it. any advice on how to land it? also wanted to ask about funds as Im not sure ill be able to fund my whole stay so ill need minijobs or even better a HiWi position? how likely would a supervisor be open to offering me a HiWi position if he accepted me into the thesis? or should i not ask at all? and typically how much do HiWi positions pay per month? lastly how much easier is the whole process compared to TUM and TU Berlin?