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Study in Europe – Barakah Study Abroad & Tours (BSAT)
1. Why Study in Europe?
Europe is one of the most attractive destinations for international students seeking high-quality, affordable education. With over 4,000 universities across 40+ countries, students can choose from a vast range of English-taught programs in fields like Engineering, Medicine, Business, Arts, and more.
European degrees are globally recognized, and many countries offer low or even no tuition fees, especially at public universities. Students benefit from multicultural campuses, strong student support systems, and research-driven academic environments.
One of the greatest advantages of studying in Europe is access to the Schengen visa, allowing students to travel across 25+ countries during their studies. After graduation, many European countries offer post-study work visas and clear pathways to permanent residency (PR).
2. 7 Reasons to Study in Europe
- Globally Recognized Degrees: Academic excellence, innovation, and centuries-old traditions.
- Affordable or Free Tuition: Low tuition fees, with some countries (Germany, Norway) offering tuition-free education.
- Wide Range of English-Taught Programs: Over 20,000 programs covering Engineering, Medicine, Business, Arts, etc.
- Post-Study Work Opportunities: 1–2 year work visas in countries like Germany, Netherlands, Sweden, Ireland.
- Easy Travel Across Europe: Schengen Visa allows travel across 25+ countries.
- High Quality of Life: Clean, safe, modern cities with excellent healthcare and public transport.
- Diverse & Inclusive Campuses: Study alongside students from all over the world.
3. Popular Study Destinations in Europe
- Germany: Tuition-free public universities, strong in Engineering, IT, Business, research-focused.
- Netherlands: English-taught programs, Business, Social Sciences, STEM degrees.
- Sweden: Sustainability, innovation, student-friendly policies, high living standards.
- France: Fashion, Arts, Hospitality, Business; affordable public tuition & government scholarships.
- Italy: Architecture, Design, Humanities; low tuition, scholarships available.
- Finland: Top-quality education, creativity-focused; scholarships covering tuition.
- Hungary, Poland & Lithuania: Budget-friendly, Medicine, Engineering, IT programs in English.
4. Cost of Studying in Europe
Tuition Fees (Per Year)
| University Type |
Estimated Tuition (EUR/year) |
| Public Universities | €0 – €8,000 |
| Private Universities | €5,000 – €20,000 |
| Medical Programs (Specialized) | €10,000 – €25,000 |
Living Expenses (Per Month)
| Region/Country |
Estimated Cost (EUR/month) |
| Western Europe (Netherlands, France, Germany) | €900 – €1,200 |
| Northern Europe (Sweden, Finland) | €1,000 – €1,300 |
| Eastern Europe (Hungary, Poland, Lithuania) | €500 – €850 |
5. Admission & Language Requirements
General Admission Requirements
- Bachelor’s Programs: Completed HSC or equivalent, minimum GPA, valid passport, SOP/Motivation Letter, letters of recommendation (optional).
- Master’s Programs: Recognized undergraduate degree, transcripts, CV/Resume, SOP & reference letters, relevant work experience for some programs.
Language Requirements
| Test |
Typical Minimum Score |
| IELTS | 6.0 – 6.5 overall (no band <5.5) |
| TOEFL iBT | 72 – 90+ |
| PTE Academic | 55 – 65 |
| Duolingo | 95 – 110+ |
6. Student Visa Process
- Secure admission and obtain offer letter
- Provide financial proof (bank statements/sponsor letters)
- Arrange accommodation
- Purchase health insurance
- Book visa appointment
- Submit documents & attend interview
- Receive visa decision (3–12 weeks depending on country)
Visa Processing Times by Country
| Country |
Processing Time |
| Germany | 6–12 weeks |
| Netherlands | 3–6 weeks |
| France | 3–5 weeks |
| Sweden | 4–8 weeks |
| Italy | 4–10 weeks |
| Hungary/Poland | 3–6 weeks |
7. Scholarships in Europe
- Government Scholarships – National/EU funding for international students
- University Scholarships – Merit-based, need-based, or program-specific
- Erasmus+ Program – Fully funded Master’s degrees & exchanges
- Research Grants – For PhD/postgraduate research students
- Country-Specific Awards – Scholarships for selected countries
Popular Scholarships
| Scholarship |
Offered By |
Benefits |
| Erasmus+ | European Union | Tuition + living expenses (Master’s) |
| DAAD | Germany | Fully/partially funded PG & PhD programs |
| Swedish Institute Scholarships | Sweden | Tuition + monthly stipend |
| Holland Scholarship | Netherlands | €5,000 one-time payment |
| Eiffel Excellence Scholarship | France | Tuition, stipend, travel allowance |
| Poland Government Scholarships | Poland | Tuition + monthly living cost |
8. Post-Study Work & PR Opportunities
Europe offers excellent post-study work options and pathways to permanent residency (PR) for international students who graduate from recognized institutions.
Post-Study Work Visa Duration
| Country |
Post-Study Work Duration |
| Germany | 18 months job-seeking visa |
| Netherlands | 12 months Orientation Year (zoekjaar) |
| Sweden | 12 months job search visa |
| France | 12–24 months residence permit |
| Italy | 6–12 months job search extension |
| Ireland | 24 months for Master’s; 12 months for Bachelor’s |
| Finland | Up to 2 years post-study residence permit |
| Poland | 9–12 months after studies |
9. Top Universities in Europe
- Germany: LMU Munich, TUM, Heidelberg, RWTH Aachen, Humboldt Berlin
- Netherlands: University of Amsterdam, TU Delft, Erasmus Rotterdam, Leiden, Utrecht
- France: Sorbonne, École Polytechnique, Paris-Saclay, Sciences Po, Grenoble Alpes
- Sweden: Lund, KTH, Uppsala, Stockholm, Chalmers
- Italy: Bologna, Sapienza Rome, Politecnico Milano, Padua, Milan
- Finland: Helsinki, Aalto, Turku, Tampere, LUT
- Spain: Barcelona, Autonomous Madrid, Pompeu Fabra, Valencia, Polytechnic Catalonia
- Poland: Warsaw, Jagiellonian, Warsaw Tech, AGH, Adam Mickiewicz
- Hungary: ELTE, Szeged, Semmelweis, Budapest Tech, Debrecen
- Ireland: Trinity College Dublin, UCD, Galway, DCU, UCC
- Austria: Vienna, TU Wien, Graz Tech, Innsbruck, Johannes Kepler Linz
- Belgium: KU Leuven, Ghent, UCLouvain, VUB, Liège
- Lithuania: Vilnius, Kaunas Tech, Mykolas Romeris, Vytautas Magnus
- Norway: Oslo, NTNU, Bergen, BI Business School
- Czech Republic: Charles Univ, Czech Tech Prague, Masaryk, Univ of Economics Prague
- Denmark: Copenhagen, Aarhus, DTU, Copenhagen Business School
- Estonia: Tartu, TalTech
- Latvia: University of Latvia, Riga Tech
- Slovakia: Comenius Bratislava, Slovak Tech
- Romania: Bucharest, Babeș-Bolyai, Polytechnic Bucharest
- Bulgaria: Sofia, Sofia Tech, Varna Medical
