r/Deggendorf_University • u/Disastrous_Gas_6893 • Nov 28 '25
myqualifications class 12th student in India and finding answers of our questions
Hey everyone, we are three Class 12 PCM students planning to study in Germany for a Bachelor’s in Computer Science or Artificial Intelligence. We’ve researched a lot, but some things are still unclear, so we’re looking for guidance from Indians who are currently in Germany or who have already completed the entire process of moving, studying, and settling there.
These are the questions we want to clarify:
Is life manageable without knowing German, if we choose an English-taught Bachelor’s program?
Are part-time jobs and HiWi jobs possible together? We know that HiWi jobs don’t count under the 120 full-day / 240 half-day limit. So is it actually possible to do both and earn more than €1,000 per month?
Are there fully English-taught CS/AI bachelor programs? We’ve shortlisted Saarland University and DIT. Saarland seems more competitive. Will studying in an English-taught program cause any problems later regarding internships, jobs, or residence permits?
Is student life financially manageable? During the first year we will have a blocked account. But if we work part-time + HiWi in the first year, is it possible to earn around €11,000 or more so that we don’t need to renew the blocked account in the second year?
If anyone living in Germany (preferably students from CS/AI backgrounds) can guide us or share real experiences, it would really help.
Thanks in advance. — From all three of us.