This university is a complete joke. The administrative staff are very wonderful, but the amount of useless coursework is appalling. You will not be prepared in any way for the workforce and you will not even be given enough foundational knowledge to pursue a research oriented track that meaningfully advances a scientific field. The programs are solely intended to lure in outside money from foreign students into the impoverished and economically depressed region. This could be forgiven if the programs then provided the basis for sustained economic growth and innovation, which would result in long term economic benefits for all parties. But they do not, instead just wasting years of life and tens of thousands of euros for students.

With the Saarland University, the small state has an excellent institution. Studying at this university was great. The location is quite peaceful with greenery and fresh air. Transport and facilities are top-notch. Diversity is embraced and the professors are completely supportive. The food at ‘Mensa’ is surprisingly tasty and it’s completely affordable. I’m enjoying my stay here and will recommend you too.