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Practical guides for your Master's in Germany
Real application advice, programme decisions, visa steps, and student-life guides, written for applicants who want the process made plain.
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Career & Jobs·13 min read
Germany IT visa without a degree in 2026: The §19c route, salary needed, what 'IT experience' means
Yes, IT pros without a degree can get a German work visa in 2026. EU Blue Card IT specialist path, §19c backup, 2026 salary, and process.
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Germany shortage occupation list 2026: jobs that unlock the lower Blue Card salary threshold
Germany's shortage occupation list names the jobs that unlock the lower 2026 EU Blue Card salary threshold. Here is what is on it and how to use it.
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What work you can get in Germany after an MBA
Germany gives graduates an 18-month permit to look for work. The EU Blue Card needs 50,700 EUR, or 45,934.20 EUR if you graduated in the last three years. What that means for an MBA.
Read articleCareer & Jobs·11 min read
Job-hunting in Germany without German: Which industries actually hire in English
Yes, you can get a job in Germany without German. Tech, research, finance, and startups hire in English at scale. The realistic 2026 industry guide.
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German employment contract red flags: Probation, notice, Kündigungsschutz, non-compete
Probation cap, statutory notice, Kündigungsschutz thresholds, and non-compete compensation rules every expat needs to spot before signing a German contract.
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Skilled Worker Visa Germany: Section 18a vs 18b explained
Section 18a is Germany's vocational skilled worker visa; Section 18b is for university degrees. Compare requirements, salary, and SIA 2.0 changes.
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