blog 8 -The cost of pursuing a Medical PG (Postgraduate) program in Germany

1. The cost of pursuing a Medical PG (Postgraduate) program in Germany The cost of pursuing a Medical PG (Postgraduate) program in Germany for Indian students can vary based on several factors, which includes cost of learning German language and getting it certified in India to the cost of learning advance German language followed by medical German courses in Germany and application for Approbation. Here are some general aspects to consider regarding the costs: 1. Language Course Fees: Course fee for German language learning in India to the level of B1 minimum with assessment exam from Goethe.. Course fee for advance German language of B2, C1 in Germany followed by medical German course of FSP and KP. These can range widely depending on the institution and the program. 2. Translation of documents: Before the application is done to a specific state medical council in Germany for Approbation all academic records and other required documents as stated by the medical council has to be translated and attested by a court certified translator in Germany. Depending on the number of documents and the amount of content the cost of translation and attestation can range from few hundred Euros to even thousands. 3. Application for Approbation: This includes registration fee, application fee, attestation charges, authentication fee, verification fee and other process charges as and when charged by the state medical council. These can also vary depending on the medical council and the location of medical university. 4. Blocked Account: For your VISA approval it is a requisite to open a blocked account of Euro 12,396 in a German Bank which will serve for your living cost in Germany. 5. Visa and Residence Permit: There may be fees associated with obtaining a student visa and a residence permit, costing approximately Euro 75. 6. Additional Costs: These may include flight tickets, courier charges, study materials, medical insurance, travel arrangements in Germany, temporary place of stay in Germany and other personal expenses. Thus, the total estimated cost for an Indian student pursuing a Medical PG in Germany could range from approximately 25,100 to 29,400 Euros for the entire program of 6 years depending on the factors mentioned above. But as you know Medical PG in Germany is a job on training program, a doctor ends up earning approximately 60,000 Euros/ year during his specialization training. It's crucial to research specific state medical councils and programs to get accurate cost estimates tailored to individual circumstances.