Scholarships, Stipend and Research Grants in Austria
The Austrian government as well as institutions and organisations offer a lot of support to students who are studying or doing research in Austria. If Read More
Category: Studying
Kenyan Becomes the First African Appointed as Chronicler of Bayreuth
A Kenyan scholar, Dr. Tom Odhiambo, was appointed the ‘town chronicler’ of Bayreuth city, a revered title in the German tradition and urban cultural dynamics. He Read More
Germany Scholarships (Deutschland Stipendium)
The Germany Scholarship supports highly talented students at all participating universities in Germany. The scholarship is awarded without consideration of one’s nationality nor personal or Read More
Converting Foreign (Kenyan) Vocational Qualifications to a German Equivalent
You might have read the story of the Kenyan who became the First African to have their Kenyan qualification certified as equivalent to a German Read More
New Aptitude Tests for Azubis Introduced
If you’re looking for an Ausbildung, you might be forced to take an aptitude test. But there’s nothing to worry about, the tests are valuable Read More
Lessons Learnt from a Kenyan Shoe Shiner with a Masters Degree
She studied in Rome and has a Masters in Media studies, she’s worked for the Media Council in Kenya but now cleans shoes on the Read More
Teaching English in Germany
Working as an English teacher in the non-anglophone world has always been a “favourite” among Kenyans. It is possible to come to Germany and work Read More
Number of Foreign Doctors in Germany has Doubled Since 2005
Baden Württemberg released statistics last year declaring that more than 50% of their doctors were foreign. That got many states looking into their numbers. (Read: Read More
Kenyan Azubi Encourages Single Parents With Young Children
Doing an Ausbildung can be complex, more so when children and changing shifts are involved. Is it possible to do an Ausbildung as a single Read More
Differentiating University Courses in Germany and Picking the Best
You’ve decided you want to study a course, but it is offered at two Universities, which one do you choose and why? (If you haven’t Read More
Why Schools in Bayern are Better than Those in NRW
Bayern has been the economic and academic giant in Germany for a very long time. On the education, most states look to Bayern for tips Read More
More Universities Introducing Numerus Clausus For Different Study Courses
Numerus Clausus, has been a major issue of discussion in the University scene in Germany recently, should study courses be open to all and sundry or Read More
Where to Find the Correct Professional Training Course (Fort/Weiterbildung)
The variety of courses are enormous and searching on google for training courses can be overwhelming. Here a few tips and sites to help you Read More
Types of Professional Training Courses (Berufliche Fort/Weiterbildung)
With professional training there are different types, but a major distinction has to be made between training to help you fit into your current position Read More