Arden University Berlin

Yes, Arden University Berlin is a good private university in Berlin. It offers UK-recognised degrees while living in Germany. 

Look at the pointers given below -

• If you are a working professional who is looking for flexible, career-focused and English-taught programs, Arden may be a good fit. 
• Heavy research opportunities, traditional German academic experience or free public education are not offered here. 

The Arden University Berlin is not ranked by prominent university ranking bodies in Germany & abroad.

However, QS did give it a five-star rating for its overall quality of online education.

For more information, students are advised to refer the official Arden University Berlin website.

The Arden University Berlin is not a public university in Germany, and as a result is not free for international students.

Students have to pay the course specific fees as defined by the university, with average tuition costs being INR 10.3 Lakhs to INR 13 Lakhs.

Note that the fee above are only estimated average figures, & are subjected to vary for different courses.

Arden is popular among students due to its greater accessibility of courses that can be pursued from anywhere in the world, as well as better affordability.

The institute gained the rights to award degrees of its own in 2014, & its courses are accredited by the prominent educational bodies.

Its MBA course stands out, for being accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate School of Business (AACSB). 

Yes, Arden Berlin offers a 50% discount on tuition costs to Arden Alumni planning to enrol in a PG program. The Arden 50% Postgraduate Alumni offer is open to all Arden UG students who meet the conditions mentioned below:

• Obtained at least a 2:2 classification in the UG degree from Arden
• Meet the entry requirements for the chosen PG program
• Enrol within 5 years of completing the UG degree

The discount is applicable for any of the on-campus PG courses delivered by Arden Berlin.

No, the Arden Berlin 50% alumni tuition discount is not available to students who wish to pursue their studies online. The tuition discount is only provided to alumni who wish to pursue PG courses at the Berlin campus.

Note: Students cannot combine other scholarships or discounts with the 50% alumni discount.

Indian students can reach out to Arden Berlin alumni for mentorship and guidance in the followng ways:

• Signing up to the Always Arden platform to find graduates/professionals in the similar fields
• Contacting career professionals directly via email
• Visiting LinkedIn or Facebook pages of Arden Graduate Community and Always Arden community

Indian students may be legally restricted to work full-time during studies at Arden Berlin. The work hour limit for Indian students in Germany is 20 hrs/week. Students can only work full-time (40 hours/week) during semester breaks.

However, this work limit may not apply to students in research assistantships on campus or completing a mandatory internship as part of the program.

Yes, Arden Berlin provides dedicated career support services to Indian students, during and after studies. Listed below are the career services Indian graduates of Arden Berlin can access even after completing their studies:

• Personalized guidance to the job market, CV refining, and interview prep by the Alumni Careers Team
• Access to Arden Futures, online platform to search for jobs, connect with employers, and book one-on-one sessions with career consultants
• Post Study Work Visa support

Yes, Elon Musk backed Tesla is among the top recruiters of Arden graduates. The automobile manufacturing company is known to recruit engineers from the institute to employ them as part of its headquarters based in Austin, Texas, USA.

However, Tesla, is not the only top company known to recruit graduates from the institute, the likes of Amazon, Tesco & the UK's National Health Service (NHS) are also among the institute's top recruiters.

Arden Berlin does not have a strict, fixed minimum score requirement for Indian students. However, an overall average of 70% in Class 12th board exams should prove enough for entry to most Arden Berlin courses.

To know more about your admission chances, contact one of our <a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/apply/top-consultants-in-noida" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Shiksha Study Abroad counsellors</a>, for FREE admission and counseling services.

Arden University application process for students from India is listed below:

<!--- [if !supportLists]--->- Complete an online application via the Arden application portal

<!--- [if !supportLists]--->- Submit the holding fee for the course you're applying to

<!--- [if !supportLists]--->- Begin your VISA application process by getting into touch with the German embassy

- Submit all essential documents as asked by the Embassy administrators

<!--- [if !supportLists]--->- Clear the German student visa interview

<!--- [if !supportLists]--->- Wait for some time to receive a decision on your visa application

<!--- [if !supportLists]--->- Begin looking for accommodation in Berlin after receiving your German student visa

<!--- [if !supportLists]--->- Book a flight to Berlin

Yes, the Arden University Berlin is known to require the submission of valid language test scores such as IELTS & TOEFL to grant admissions to students whose first language was not English in past academics.

The language test score requirements vary for different courses.

For MBA, the test score requirement is as follows:

Test

Minimum Score/Grade

IELTS

6.0

TOEFL-iBT

79 with no less than 18 in any band

No, students cannot combine different scholarships at Arden Berlin. The university policy only permits students to receive one scholarship or financial offer per program.

Students are also not required to submit a separate application for scholarships. Arden Uni Berlin automatically considers students based on their admission application.

Scholarship deadlines for Indian students at Arden Berlin varies for different financial aids. For the Berlin Merit Scholarship, the deadlines is generally Jun 20. For Regional & Automatic Offers, scholarship deadlines are as per the specific intake terms.

Students can also use <a href="https://www.shiksha.com/studyabroad/scholarships/germany-cp" target="_blank" rel="noopener">external scholarships</a> to fund their studies at Arden Berlin.

International students interested in scholarships at the institute must satisfy the general requirements mentioned below:

- Must possess an admission offer from Arden University Berlin for the course you're seeking a scholarship for

<!--- [if !supportLists]--->- Must be a citizen of the country listed at Schedule 2 of the Arden Scholarship page, at the time of application

Yes, Indian students can pay their fees in installments at Arden Berlin. To do that, students will have to enter a payment plan for the particular year of study. This can be done by consulting the Enrolment Advisor at Arden Uni Germany.

The holding fee will be deducted from the total course fee payable. The remaining fee can then be paid in installments.

The Arden University Berlin is not known to charge an application fee from its students, however, it does charge a holding fee worth EUR 2,500 (INR 2.8 Lakhs) to confirm their place at the course.

This fee is then deducted from the total cost of studies, & is known to cover the cost of one module of study.

For more information, do refer the official Arden University Berlin website.

Arden Uni Berlin accepts tuition fee payments via Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, and international bank transfers. Payments can also be made via its international education payment partner, Flywire.

Flywire allows students to pay their fees in INR, avoiding the unpredictable exchange rates of international wire transfers. The platform also offers zero hidden fees.

Our Shiksha Study Abroad counsellors can guide you for FREE, on how to pay the same.

Blended learning programs at Arden allow students to complete small part of their studies on campus, while the rest can be taken online. A full-time UG programme includes 33.5 hours of coursework. Students can complete 8 hours on-campus. The rest can be completed online, later during the week.

This offers better flexibility to students and working professionals to pursue other interests.

Yes, Indian students can pursue their entire studies at Arden Berlin online. The university offers several distance learning degrees. These come with online course materials that can be accessed anytime from anywhere.

All a student needs is a computer and a stable internet connection. Since the programs are delivered online, students also don't need a visa to travel to Germany.

Assessments and exams can also be taken online.

Majority of the Arden University Berlin courses are available to be pursued in English, therefore, students are advised to possess a decent ability of verbal & written English.

International applicants to have pursued their education from institutes where English is not the first method of communication are expected to provide valid language test scores such as IELTS & TOEFL, with the minimum score requirement varying for different courses.

No, Indian students don't need to learn German to be able to live in Berlin. The city is a highly cosmpolitan hub, that houses several universities that teach in English. Vendors at local supermarkets and cafes are also known to speak basic English.

However, learning German can give students an edge in full and part-time job search, housing, and getting access to official services.

Arden Uni Berlin does not maintain a Indian food canteen on campus. However, there are plenty of restaurants and dining places nearby that serve Indian and Asian food. Mentioned below are some popular Indian food places near Arden Berlin:

• Curry 61 - Serves spicy Indian curries with fried sausages
• Burgermeister - For the most famous burger in Berlin
• Mustafas Gemusedoner - One of the best places for doner kebab in Berlin

Yes, Arden Berlin offers dedicated support services to Indian students. Listed below are some popular support services provided by Arden Uni Berlin:

• 24/7 online global welfare and mental health community
• Free access to live/on-demand fitness classes, nutrition guides, and sleep support
• Academic and career workshops plus networking events
• Immigration and student visa support
• Help finding affordable housing