Guides

A master’s that follows directly on from the bachelor’s usually counts as initial education. Learn how your child benefit stays in place, even with short breaks.

PhD scholarship and health insurance in Germany: when student cover applies, what voluntary statutory insurance costs in 2026 and when family or private cover fits.

How much does your employer pay towards private health insurance? This guide explains the calculation under § 257 SGB V, the ceilings and a worked example.

Which student loans and alternatives exist in Switzerland? Cantonal scholarships, training loans, bank loans and a worked example, with status and sources.

On average, master’s graduates earn more than bachelor graduates. Learn which figures are reliable and how to place your starting salary in Germany.

The BAföG housing allowance is a fixed amount, not a refund of your rent. Here is how large the gap can be, and what the 2027 draft would change.

The 2026 threshold for compulsory health insurance is 77,400 euros, the 2027 draft is 84,150 euros. What this means for your salary and your choice of private insurance.

Parents must fund an appropriate education for their child as far as they can pay. Learn how to check your claim and which options you have.

Students from India need proof of health insurance for their visa and university in Germany. What statutory rules say and what to clarify with the German mission first.

What do PhD candidates earn in Germany in 2026 under the TV-L? Grade E 13 steps, a part-time calculation and the contract points to check.