| Spain | Germany | |
| Public tuition, non-EU | €820–6,600 for 60 credits (public master's) | No tuition at most public universities; semester contribution |
| Work while studying | 30 hours a week | 140 full or 280 half days a year |
| Job search after | Up to 24 months | 18 months |
| Visa funds | €600 a month | About €1,091 a month (2026) |
Verdict
Choose Germany for engineering careers if you will learn German; choose Spain for an easier visa, lower proof of funds and a wider choice of one-year master's.
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