Intakes in Germany 2025: Summer, Winter Deadlines, Requirements & more

Intakes in Germany 2025: Are you planning to study abroad in Germany? Well, you have come to the right place. Before you apply for any university in Germany, it is important for the student to look at the intake deadline in Germany and avoid missing out on the deadline. Talking about the primary intake, winter intake, starts in September and ends in October. On the other hand, the summer intake starts in April and ends in May. Some of the top universities to study in Germany include Heidelberg University, University of Freiburg, RWTH Aachen University, and Ludwig Maximilian University.

To learn more about the intakes in Germany, make sure you keep reading the blog post. 

Types of Intakes in Germany for International Students 

There are two types of intakes for international students in Germany: Summer intake and winter intake. One of the primary admission intakes in Germany for students who want to pursue masters is the winter intake in Germany which starts in September/October and ends in February/March. If you are planning to study abroad in Germany, then it is recommended that you apply a year before enrolment.

Take a look at the table below which lists the difference between the two intakes

Details	Summer Intake in Germany	Winter Intake in Germany
Starting Month	March-May 2025	September-October 2025
Ending Month	July-August 2025	February-March 2025
Deadline	Mid-January 2025	Mid-June 2025
Intake Importance	Secondary Intake	Primary Intake
Intake Size	Summer intakes usually have many students who enrol into a variety of programs.	Winter intakes typically attract fewer students than summer intakes, leading to smaller class sizes, and a more focused learning environment.
Program Availability	1. Data Science 2. Creative Computing 3. Finance Management 4. Natural Sciences 5. BBA	1. English Studies 2. Biology (German) 3. Medical Informatics (German) 4. Computer Science (German)

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Top 5 Universities in Germany to Study

Want to study in Germany and are looking for the top universities in Germany to study? Well, you have come to the right place.

The student needs to be on time when applying, if you miss the deadline, chances are you will have to wait another year to study your dream course. Let us now take a look at the top 5 universities in Germany which are best to study in along with their application deadlines for 2025. 

Top Universities in Germany	Winter Intake 2025 Deadline (UG & PG)	Summer Intake 2025 Deadline (UG & PG)
RWTH Aachen University	July 15, 2025 (UG & PG)	January 15, 2025 (UG & PG)
Heidelberg University	September 1, 2025 (UG) August 15, 2025 (PG)	February 1, 2025 (UG) February 15, 2025 (PG)
Ludwig Maximilian University	July 31, 2025 (UG & PG)	January 31, 2025 (UG & PG)
Technical University of Munich	July 15, 2025 (UG & PG)	January 15, 2025 (UG & PG)
University of Freiburg	August 15, 2025 (UG & PG)	February 15, 2025 (UG & PG)

Also Read: Top Public Universities in Germany

Requirements for Intakes in Germany

If you are considering studying abroad in Germany, it is essential that you also know the requirements for intakes in Germany. 

Here are some of the admissions requirements that the student must meet:

• Academic Qualifications: The applicants need to have completed their secondary education (for bachelor’s programs) or undergraduate degree (for master’s programs) with qualifications equivalent to German standards.
• Language Proficiency: For all the programs taught in German, it is essential for everyone to have proficiency in the German language. Whereas programs taught in English, applicants will have to demonstrate their proficiency through standardised tests such as TOEFL and IELTS. 
• Apart from this, several programs require entrance examinations and writing samples to get admission to the university.
• At the time of applying for admission, students will also be required a student visa and residence permit to study in Germany. Keep in mind that the requirements for a visa vary from country to country.
• Lastly, you will also be required to have health insurance coverage during the studies in Germany, which can be either public or private health insurance.

Also Read: Requirements To Study In Germany For Indian Students

Application Process for Intakes in Germany

Check out the application that is used to apply for intake in Germany and will help you get admission:

• Get to know about the universities, research and then apply accordingly. 
• Make sure you check all the requirements of your desired course, required education qualifications, language proficiency, and any other necessary documents.
• Fill out the application form which is available online through the official website of the university. Some of the essential documents to be submitted include transcripts, language certificates and letters of recommendation.
• There are several universities which charge an application fee, which also needs to be paid.
• Make sure you follow the status of your application.
• Start attending interviews or exams which you can take. 
• Receive admission decision.
• Accept the offer of admission and join the programme if accepted.
• Apply for a student visa and residence permit.
• Finally, prepare for the arrival in Germany.

Also Read: Admission Process in Germany

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