全球升学申请策略系列

在 “小众留学目的地” 持续升温的当下,欧洲之所以能成为 DSE/A-Level 家庭的重点备选赛道,核心优势远不止 “高性价比” 这一项 —— 更在于它为国际生提供了两条清晰且务实的升学路径。
As so-called “emerging study destinations” continue to gain momentum, Europe has become a key alternative track for DSE and A-Level families—not merely because of its cost-effectiveness, but because it offers two clear, practical, and outcome-oriented pathways for international students.
一条是高含金量平台 + 制度性留用机会的组合拳:从荷兰的 1 年 Orientation Year 求职居留,到德国的 18 个月找工签证,再到法国的 1 年求职 / 创业居留许可,各国均以政策红利降低毕业生留欧门槛,让优质学历真正转化为职场竞争力。
The first pathway is a high-value academic platform combined with institutional post-study stay options. From the Netherlands’ one-year Orientation Year for job seeking, to Germany’s 18-month job-search residence permit, and France’s one-year job-seeking or entrepreneurship residence permit, European countries use concrete policy incentives to lower the barriers for graduates to remain in Europe—allowing strong academic credentials to translate directly into real career competitiveness.
另一条则是专业强势 + 行业深度链接的精准适配:德国的工科实力享誉全球,荷兰的商科与物流专业稳居世界前列,瑞士的理工院校更以实习导向的培养模式著称,精准匹配不同学生的学术特长与职业规划。
The second pathway lies in discipline-specific strength paired with deep industry integration. Germany is globally renowned for engineering and applied sciences; the Netherlands consistently ranks among the world’s leaders in business, economics, and logistics; and Swiss universities of applied sciences are particularly known for internship-driven, practice-oriented training models. These systems precisely align academic strengths with students’ long-term professional plans.
接下来,我们将按照 “入学友好,出路清晰” 的逻辑,逐国拆解你最关心的排名、升学路径、留学费用与签证政策等核心问题。
Next, following the logic of “admissions that are accessible, outcomes that are clear,” we will break down—country by country—the core issues families care most about: rankings, admissions pathways, study costs, and visa and post-study policies.
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爱尔兰 Ireland
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名校 & 世界排名
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升学路径
本科申请以学校官网系统为主(不同院校路径不同);策略上建议:
👉以都柏林(Dublin)院校为冲刺
👉以其他综合大学为稳妥选择
若考虑“读完留当地工作”:毕业后可走爱尔兰 Third Level Graduate Programme(Stamp 1G):
📌 官方说明:该项目允许符合条件的非 EEA 毕业生在毕业后继续留在爱尔兰并寻找工作;并且 Stamp 1G 的说明中提到通常为 12 个月,完成硕士可在条件下再给 额外 12 个月。
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学费与生活费
本科阶段学费概览
(非欧盟国际生|3–4 年制,以人民币换算)
整体来看,爱尔兰本科对非欧盟国际生实行按专业差异化收费,不同学科之间差距明显。
人文社科 / 法学
公立大学:约 15.6–17.9 万 / 年
公立理工 / 技术大学:约 9.4–14.0 万 / 年
典型案例:
都柏林大学 UCD 文学 / 历史 / 法学约 17.6 万
科克大学 UCC 文科约 15.6 万+
商科 / 经济
公立大学:约 17.2–21.8 万 / 年
公立理工 / 技术大学:约 11.7–15.6 万 / 年
典型案例:
UCD Smurfit 商学院金融约 21.8 万
TCD 商科约 17.2–18.7 万
理工 / 计算机
公立大学:约 17.2–22.6 万 / 年
公立理工 / 技术大学:约 12.5–17.2 万 / 年
典型案例:
UCD 工科约 22.7 万
TCD 计算机约 16.4–19.5 万
医学 / 食品
公立大学:约 22.6–42.1 万 / 年
典型案例:
UCD 食品科学约 22.7 万
临床医学最高可达约 42.1 万
硕士阶段学费概览
(非欧盟国际生|1–2 年制,以人民币换算)
人文社科
公立大学:约 10.9–15.6 万 / 年
公立理工 / 技术大学:约 9.4–12.5 万 / 年
典型案例:
圣三一大学(TCD)教育学约 10.8 万
高威大学 MLitt 约 11.3 万
商科
公立大学:约 15.6–21.8 万 / 年
公立理工 / 技术大学:约 14.0–17.2 万 / 年
典型案例:
UCD 金融硕士约 21.8 万
科克大学商科约15.6 万+
理工 / 计算机
公立大学:约19.5–22.6 万 / 年
公立理工 / 技术大学:约15.6–19.5 万 / 年
典型案例:
UCD 工科约 22.6 万
TCD / 高威大学工科约 19.5 万+
医学 / 临床
公立大学:约 21.8–31.2 万 / 年
实际情况:
核心临床类项目普遍在 23.4 万 / 年以上
具体费用需逐专业核对院校官网
学年总生活费区间(按 9-12 个月估算)
非都柏林 + 合租 + 自炊:9600-14400 欧元,折合人民币约 8-12万元,适合预算有限、注重性价比的学生。
都柏林 + 合住 En-suite + 适度外食:13000-22000 欧元,折合人民币约 11-17万元符合多数学生的生活需求。
都柏林 + 独立 Studio + 高频外食:22000 欧元以上,折合人民币约18万元适合追求独立空间与便利生活的学生。
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适合人群
想在欧洲英语环境中读书,同时保留毕业后工作的制度通道;
对商科、计算机、制药/生命科学等方向有兴趣(爱尔兰产业集中在都柏林及周边)。
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Top Universities & Global Rankings
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Progression Pathways
Undergraduate applications are mainly submitted through each university’s official application system (pathways vary by institution).
Strategic advice:
👉 Use Dublin-based universities (e.g. Trinity College Dublin) as reach options
👉 Use other comprehensive universities as stable choices
If considering “study + stay + work” in Ireland:
After graduation, students may apply for the Ireland Third Level Graduate Programme (Stamp 1G):
📌 Officially stated: eligible non-EEA graduates may remain in Ireland after graduation to seek employment
⏱ The standard duration is 12 months; for master’s graduates, an additional 12 months may be granted under certain conditions
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Tuition Fees & Living Costs
Undergraduate Tuition Overview
(Non-EU international students | 3–4 years | converted to RMB)
Overall, Irish undergraduate tuition for non-EU students is charged by discipline, with clear differences across subject areas.
Humanities / Social Sciences / Law
Public universities: approx. RMB 156,000–179,000 per year
Institutes of Technology / Technological Universities: approx. RMB 94,000–140,000 per year
Typical examples:
University College Dublin (UCD) – Arts / History / Law: approx. RMB 176,000
University College Cork (UCC) – Arts: approx. RMB 156,000+
Business / Economics
Public universities: approx. RMB 172,000–218,000 per year
Institutes of Technology / Technological Universities: approx. RMB 117,000–156,000 per year
Typical examples:
UCD Smurfit School of Business (Finance): approx. RMB 218,000
Trinity College Dublin (TCD) – Business: approx. RMB 172,000–187,000
Engineering / Computer Science
Public universities: approx. RMB 172,000–226,000 per year
Institutes of Technology / Technological Universities: approx. RMB 125,000–172,000 per year
Typical examples:
UCD – Engineering: approx. RMB 227,000
TCD – Computer Science: approx. RMB 164,000–195,000
Medicine / Food Science
Public universities: approx. RMB 226,000–421,000 per year
Typical examples:
UCD – Food Science: approx. RMB 227,000
Clinical Medicine: up to approx. RMB 421,000 per year
Postgraduate Tuition Overview
(Non-EU international students | 1–2 years | converted to RMB)
Humanities & Social Sciences
Public universities: approx. RMB 109,000–156,000 per year
Institutes of Technology / Technological Universities: approx. RMB 94,000–125,000 per year
Typical examples:
Trinity College Dublin (TCD) – Education: approx. RMB 108,000
University of Galway – MLitt: approx. RMB 113,000
Business
Public universities: approx. RMB 156,000–218,000 per year
Institutes of Technology / Technological Universities: approx. RMB 140,000–172,000 per year
Typical examples:
University College Dublin (UCD) – MSc Finance: approx. RMB 218,000
University College Cork (UCC) – Business: approx. RMB 156,000+
Engineering / Computer Science
Public universities: approx. RMB 195,000–226,000 per year
Institutes of Technology / Technological Universities: approx. RMB 156,000–195,000 per year
Typical examples:
UCD – Engineering: approx. RMB 226,000
TCD / University of Galway – Engineering: approx. RMB 195,000+
Medicine / Clinical Programs
Public universities: approx. RMB 218,000–312,000 per year
In practice:
Core clinical programs typically cost RMB 234,000+ per year.
Actual tuition varies significantly by specialty and should be confirmed on the official university websites.
Estimated Total Living Costs per Academic Year
(based on 9–12 months)
Outside Dublin + shared accommodation + self-catering:
€9,600–14,400 per year, approximately RMB 80,000–120,000.
Suitable for students with a limited budget who prioritize cost-effectiveness.
Dublin + shared accommodation (en-suite) + moderate dining out:
€13,000–22,000 per year, approximately RMB 110,000–170,000.
This range meets the living needs of most students.
Dublin + private studio + frequent dining out:
€22,000+ per year, approximately RMB 180,000+.
Suitable for students seeking greater privacy and convenience in daily life.
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Suitable Student Profile
Students who wish to study in an English-speaking environment in Europe while retaining a clear, policy-supported pathway to employment after graduation;
Students interested in fields such as business, computer science, pharmaceuticals, or life sciences
(with Ireland’s industry clusters concentrated in and around Dublin).
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德国 Germany
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名校 & 世界排名
慕尼黑工业大学(TUM):德国理工标杆,2026 QS 全球第 22
📌机械、电气、计算机等工程领域顶尖,
TU9 联盟核心,产学研结合紧密。
慕尼黑大学(LMU)2026 QS 全球第 58
📌医学、法学、人文社科突出,免学费教育典范。
海德堡大学:2026 QS 全球第 80
📌德国最古老大学,生命科学、临床医学、古典学全球领先,诺奖得主众多。
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升学路径
德国申请常见分流逻辑:
研究型大学(学术/科研) vs 应用科学大学(实践/校企)
APS 审核(适用于高考)
👉周期:材料准备 + 审核 + 面试约 3-6 个月,建议提前 6 个月启动,避开 11-12 月高峰。
👉材料:毕业证 / 在读证明、成绩单、身份证等公证 + 德语翻译件;面谈 15-20 分钟,70% 为专业知识问答。
👉有效期:2 年,过期需重审。
✅DSE学生可直接豁免 APS,按香港学历路径申请
毕业后留德:官方信息明确,第三国毕业生可申请最长 18 个月居留用于寻找合格工作,期间可从事任何工作(Make it in Germany;BAMF 也有同口径说明)。
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学费与生活费
(1)学费:
德国整体以“学费低/免学费 + 学期杂费”为特色;但**巴符州(Baden-Württemberg)**对非欧盟学生有例外:DAAD 明确提到该州非欧盟学生需缴纳 €1,500/学期。
(2)生活费:
DAAD 引用 2023 社会调查:学生平均支出约 €10512/年, 折合人民币约8万6元 / 年。
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适合人群
预算敏感、希望高质量工科/理工教育;
有毕业后留欧工作的明确诉求(18 个月求职居留很关键);
能接受部分项目需要德语、或愿意提前规划语言与实习。
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Leading Universities & Global Rankings
Technical University of Munich (TUM)
Germany’s benchmark institution for engineering and technology
QS World University Rankings 2026: #22
Particularly strong in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and computer science
A core member of the TU9 alliance, with close
integration between industry, academia, and research
Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU)
QS World University Rankings 2026: #58
Outstanding strengths in medicine, law, and the humanities and social sciences
A flagship example of Germany’s tuition-free public university model
Heidelberg University
QS World University Rankings 2026: #80
Germany’s oldest university
Globally recognized for life sciences, clinical medicine, and classical studies
Home to numerous Nobel Prize laureates
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Study Pathways
Common application and progression logic in Germany:
A clear distinction between:
Research universities (academically and research-oriented), and
Universities of Applied Sciences (practice-oriented, closely linked to industry)
APS Review (Applicable to Gaokao Track)
👉 Timeline:
Document preparation + review + interview typically take 3–6 months.
It is recommended to start at least 6 months in advance and avoid the November–December peak period.
👉 Required documents:
Graduation certificate / proof of current enrollment, academic transcripts, ID card, etc., all notarized and translated into German.
The interview lasts 15–20 minutes, with approximately 70% focused on subject-specific knowledge.
👉 Validity:
The APS certificate is valid for 2 years. A new review is required after expiration.
✅ DSE students are exempt from APS and may apply directly via the Hong Kong qualification pathway.
Post-graduation stay and employment:
Official policies clearly state that non-EU graduates may apply for up to 18 months of residence after graduation to seek qualified employment.
During this period, graduates are allowed to take up any form of employment.
(This pathway is officially outlined by Make it in Germany and the Federal Office for Migration and Refugees (BAMF).)
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Tuition Fees & Living Expenses
(1) Tuition Fees
Germany is characterized by low or no tuition fees, with students typically paying only semester administrative fees.
Exception: The state of Baden-Württemberg
Non-EU students are required to pay €1,500 per semester, as clearly stated by DAAD.
(2) Living Costs
According to a DAAD-cited 2023 social survey, the average student living cost in Germany is approximately:
€10,512 per year,
equivalent to around RMB 87,000 per year (approximate conversion).
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Suitable Student Profile
Budget-conscious students seeking high-quality engineering or STEM education
Those with a clear goal of working in Europe after graduation (the 18-month job-seeking residence permit is a key advantage)
Students who are comfortable with programs requiring German, or willing to plan ahead for language preparation and internships
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法国 France
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名校 & 世界排名
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升学路径
法国路径通常分为:
公立大学体系、精英院校体系(Grandes Écoles)、以及部分英文授课项目。

毕业后留法:法国官方 Service-Public 明确有“Recherche d’emploi / création d’entreprise(求职/创业)”居留:可在法国停留 1 年用于求职或创业,并允许受雇工作(雇主无需另行申请工作许可)。
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学费与生活费
(1)学费:
公立综合大学

精英院校与私立院校

(2)生活费:
欧盟教育官方信息页给出法国学生月均生活费参考:


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适合人群
目标在艺术设计、人文社科、商科、工程等多方向;
希望“低学费 + 大城市资源 + 毕业后 1 年求职/创业窗口”。
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Leading Universities & Global Rankings
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Study Pathways
France’s higher education system generally falls into three tracks:
Public university system
Elite institutions (Grandes Écoles)
Selected English-taught programs
Undergraduate Admission Requirements

Post-Graduation Stay & Employment
France officially offers a “Recherche d’emploi / création d’entreprise” (Job Search / Business Creation) residence permit, as confirmed by Service-Public France:
Allows graduates to remain in France for up to 1 year after graduation
Purpose: job search or business creation
Employment permitted during this period
Employers do not need to apply for a separate work permit
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Tuition Fees & Living Expenses
(1) Tuition Fees


(2) Living Costs

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Suitable Student Profile
Targeting multiple disciplines such as art & design, humanities and social sciences, business, and engineering;
Seeking a pathway with low tuition costs, access to major-city resources, and a one-year post-graduation window for job seeking or entrepreneurship.
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瑞士 Switzerland
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名校 & 世界排名
洛桑酒店管理学院EHL 全球酒店管理TOP 1
ETH Zurich 苏黎世联邦理工 QS全球排名 #7
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升学路径
瑞士院校申请更强调:项目匹配、语言要求(德/法/英,视地区与专业)。
DSE 成绩要求(本科直录)

A-Level 成绩要求(本科直录)

关键对比与申请提示

毕业后求职窗口:以 ETH 给出的官方说明为例,毕业后可将居留延长用于求职,最长 6 个月,且从毕业日期开始计算。
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学费与生活费
(1)学费:
公立院校学费(本科 / 硕士,年)
以下按人民币计算
1. 联邦理工(ETH Zurich/EPFL)

2、州立综合大学(代表院校)

3、私立院校学费(年)

(2)生活费:

年度固定支出明细(必缴项)

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适合人群
目标明确冲顶级理工/科研平台;
家庭预算充足,能承受更高生活成本;
希望以瑞士/欧洲为长期职业发展起点。
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Leading Universities & Global Rankings
EHL Hospitality Business School
Ranked No. 1 globally in Hospitality & Hotel Management
ETH Zurich (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich)
QS World University Rankings 2026: #7
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Study Pathways
Key Characteristics of Swiss University Applications
Swiss universities place strong emphasis on:
Programme fit
Language requirements (German / French / English, depending on region and discipline)
Academic background alignment



Post-Graduation Job-Seeking Window
Example: ETH Zurich (official guidance)
After graduation, students may apply for a residence permit extension for job searching,
valid for up to 6 months, calculated from the date of graduation.
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Tuition Fees & Living Expenses
(1) Tuition Fees
Public Universities Tuition Fees
(Undergraduate / Master’s, per year — amounts converted to RMB)

(2) Living Costs

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Suitable Student Profile
Family budget sufficient to accommodate higher living costs
Intends to use Switzerland / Europe as a long-term career development base
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荷兰 Netherlands
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名校 & 世界排名
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升学路径
荷兰常见“U 类研究型大学 / H 类应用科技大学”双轨体系(对 DSE/A-Level 的家庭非常友好:可按目标与成绩选择)。
DSE 成绩要求

A-Level 成绩要求

毕业后留荷求职窗口(关键优势):
👉Orientation year(zoekjaar)是为了毕业后在荷兰找工作/研究机会的居留许可。
👉毕业后三年内可申请 Orientation year。
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学费与生活费

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适合人群
想要英文授课、同时保留毕业后在欧洲求职窗口;
商科/经济、物流供应链、工科、数据相关方向;
希望用更可控成本换取高质量教育与更清晰的留欧路径。
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Leading Universities & Global Rankings
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Study Pathways
The Netherlands commonly operates a dual-track system of “U-type (research universities) / H-type (universities of applied sciences)”, which is particularly friendly to DSE/A-Level students, allowing choices based on academic goals and results.

Post-graduation Job-Seeking Window (Key Advantage)
👉 Orientation Year (Zoekjaar):
A residence permit allowing graduates to seek employment or research opportunities in the Netherlands.
👉 Graduates may apply for the Orientation Year within three years after graduation.
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Tuition Fees & Living Expenses

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Suitable Student Profile
Seeking English-taught programs while retaining a post-graduation job-search window in Europe
Interested in business/economics, logistics & supply chain, engineering, or data-related fields
Aiming to exchange more controllable costs for high-quality education and a clearer pathway to employment in Europe
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留欧选择矩阵: 成绩 / 预算 / 目标专业
如果你更看重“毕业后留欧窗口”
优先:荷兰(Orientation year)
次优:德国(18 个月求职居留)
也可:法国(1 年求职/创业居留)
如果你更看重
“极强平台 + 顶尖科研/理工”
瑞士 ETH 代表的是“全球顶级、成本极高”的科研平台;
德国顶尖理工院校,则是“科研实力对标世界一流、但成本极低”的高性价比版本。
爱尔兰科研实力扎实,但核心优势在于产业链接、英语环境与毕业后留欧工作的可行性。
如果你更看重“预算与性价比”
德国(DAAD 官方生活费参考 €876/月;部分地区学费政策需注意)。
法国(Campus France 官方学费 + 生活费范围)。
If you prioritize “post-graduation stay-in-
Europe opportunities”
Top choice: The Netherlands (Orientation Year)
Second choice: Germany (18-month job-seeking residence permit)
Also viable: France (1-year job-seeking / entrepreneurship residence permit)
If you prioritize “elite platforms +
top-tier research / engineering”
Switzerland (ETH Zurich) represents a globally top-tier research platform with very high costs.
Germany’s top engineering universities offer research strength on par with world-class institutions, but at significantly lower cost, making them a high value-for-money option.
Ireland has solid research foundations, with its core advantages lying in industry linkages, an English-speaking environment, and realistic post-graduation employment opportunities in Europe.
If you prioritize “budget and cost-effectiveness”
Germany (DAAD official living-cost reference: €876/month; note that tuition policies vary by federal state).
France (Campus France official tuition levels and living-cost ranges).
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