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Medcity Study Abroad
Germany Program

BFD

WHY BFD (BUNDESFREIWILLIGENDIENST)?

BFD (Bundesfreiwilligendienst) is a federal voluntary service programme in Germany in which students volunteer in social, environmental, cultural or healthcare sectors. Volunteers receive a monthly allowance, gain practical experience and improve their German language skills during the programme. After completing BFD, students can transition into Ausbildung, Studienkolleg and pursue long-term career opportunities in Germany.

Benefits

Why Choose This Program?

Practical Experience
01

Practical Experience

Monthly Stipend
02

Monthly Stipend

German Work Exposure
03

German Work Exposure

Social Service Experience
04

Social Service Experience

Stay Benefits
05

Stay Benefits

Long-Term Career Pathway
06

Long-Term Career Pathway

Financial Support

STIPEND

Monthly Stipend

€450 - €550

Provided by the Institution or Organisation

Free Food & Accommodation

Eligibility

Who Can Apply?

Check the requirements provided for this program before starting your application.

Requirement 1

12th Pass

Requirement 2

Age 18 to 35

Requirement 3

Good Communication Skills

Requirement 4

B1 (Full Modules) or B2 (Part Modules) Level German

Roadmap

Your Journey

BFD

Step 1

BFD

Gain Practical Experience

Step 2

Gain Practical Experience

Improve German Skills

Step 3

Improve German Skills

Choose Your Future

Step 4

Choose Your Future

Career Areas

WORK SECTORS

Hospitals and Clinics

Hospitals and Clinics

Elderly Care Homes

Elderly Care Homes

Childcare Centers

Childcare Centers

Disability Support

Disability Support

Community Service Programs

Community Service Programs

Social Welfare Organisations

Social Welfare Organisations

Details

Program Information

MONTHLY ALLOWANCE

€450-€550 (Stipend)

Support for Basic Living Expenses

PROGRAM BENEFITS

Accommodation or Housing Allowance

Meals During Work Hours

Meal Allowance Support

GAIN EXPERIENCE

Work in Social

Healthcare

Environmental Sectors

SKILL DEVELOPMENT

Build Practical Skills

Improve German Language

ELIGIBILITY

12th Pass

Age 18 - 35

GERMAN REQUIREMENT

B1 (Full modules) or B2 (Part modules)

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