Algerian Special: From Algeria to Freiberg – Study, Life & MMT in Germany

This special episode of the WomenFutureMetals Podcast is dedicated to students from Algeria and is recorded in Algerian Arabic (Darija).

Teqwa and Chaouki share their personal experiences of moving from Algeria to Germany and studying at TU Bergakademie Freiberg. They talk about choosing Germany and Freiberg, applying to university, preparing documents, their experiences with visa procedures and the blocked account, arriving in Germany and adapting to life in Freiberg.

The episode also covers the German university system, the importance of learning German, the TUBAF Buddy Program, student life, living costs and the differences between studying in Algeria and Germany.

Teqwa also shares her experience with the Metallic Materials Technology (MMT) master’s programme, including its four specialisations, industry connections, excursions, research opportunities and preparation for a future career in engineering and materials science.

Language: Algerian Arabic (Darija)