Albert Ludwigs University of Freiburg

Germany has become one of the top choices for international students. Reasons for choosing Germany (University of Freiburg) : Research infrastructure and world class education Low tuition fees Strong industry connections and innovation driven economy Wide availability of English taught master's programmes Opportunities to stay and work after graduation (18-month study visa). The university of Freiburg is one of Germany's oldest and most prestigious universities, ranked consistently among the top research institutions in Europe. The location is very pleasant in the middle of black forest region close to France and Switzerland. Freiburg also has many companies related to solar energy, sensors, semiconductors, and 5 institutes of Fraunhofer. The overall experience at the university has been very good and friendly, with a lot to learn and explore....Read More

I chose Germany, as it is well known for its automobile sectors and would provide education at a lower cost than other countries like the USA or the UK.  The University of Freiburg was one of the top 10 colleges in Germany and has a good reputation for its Embedded Systems course . The 4 main master's programmes in the Technical Faculty of the University of Freiburg are Computer Science, Embedded Systems, Microsystems and Sustainable Systems. It is located in Freiburg, which is in the south of Germany. It is very close to the borders of France and Switzerland. Based on the course taken, there are career opportunities in Circuits and Systems, Artificial intelligence, Cyber Security Systems, Biomedical, Materials and Fabrication domains. Sectors like electronics manufacturing, automobiles, Artificial intelligence, healthcare, and renewables are more relevant for this course. Experience with academics is good. Professors are highly qualified and work on real-time projects where we have opportunities to contribute. There is flexibility to choose our subjects and pace. There is scope for extracurricular activities and they also provide opportunities for free German courses for international students. Student life can be hectic in terms of accommodation and adaptation, but making contacts and senior interaction makes it easier. Also, the university provides a guide to help us with any academic issues....Read More

The University of Freiburg is now considered among the top 10 universities in Germany, where most of the research contribution is in the field of Artificial Intelligence. Freiburg city has a maximum number of Fraunhofer research institutes and other institutes like Hahn-Schickard and Max Planck offering a lot of opportunities in the field of Embedded Systems. There are career opportunities in nearby cities like Stuttgart and Karlsruhe. The technical university has a small campus compared to other faculties. Overall, the professors are really good, and some lectures are worth attending in person. The curriculum offers a lot of courses to choose from in different fields, which is good; if you are not good in a particular area. Freiburg is known as a Greener city, so you will find most of the students/people riding bicycles and companies are more into development based on renewable energy....Read More

My time at university was a transformative journey filled with both challenges and triumphs. It was an environment that fostered growth, encouraging me to push beyond my academic boundaries. Engaging with diverse peers and inspirational faculty, I gained not only a wealth of knowledge but also a deeper understanding of global perspectives. The hands-on experiences and collaborative projects prepared me for real-world challenges, instilling skills and confidence. Overall, my college years were a blend of rigorous academic pursuits and enriching personal development....Read More

I would say that it's exciting and challenging and the infrastructure is top notch. There are also a lot of systems in place to support international students. There are a lot of possibilities for one to advance as a student and as a professional. The courses are not easy and one would require a fair bit of self-discipline....Read More

My overall experience has been fun and exciting with an impressive experience of education culture in Germany. But also the struggles are always there be it the language barrier or the accommodations hunt....Read More

The overall experience is quite good. Lots to learn. It is very hard and if you are persistent in your efforts you will get it done....Read More

One of the best universities of Germany with a good research faculty in ML/AI. Also the robot learning lab of the university is one of the best labs in Europe....Read More

The University of Freiburg is considered among the best universities in Germany. Every year it ranks under 100 in Biology and many other disciplines. Freiburg is a vibrant city and has a diverse student culture. Research opportunity in Germany brings students to a higher category for a career after education....Read More

First of all, I chose Germany as its education in public universities is free and the quality of education is really good. Apart from that, I was already working in a German-based company, "Mercedes Benz AG," when I was in India, which made me look into the German education and quality of education. I applied only for the top universities in Germany for computer science and wanted to pursue a master's only if I got into any of the top universities. So, I applied for Freiburg, which is among the top universities in Germany. The University of Freiburg has a really good artificial intelligence research group with professors and researchers working on the most cutting-edge tech....Read More