Maternity leave and leave of absence
The German Maternity Protection Law (“Mutterschutzgesetz”) has been amended to ensure better protection of expectant student mothers and their children during pregnancy and breastfeeding period; and to prevent any disadvantages or discrimination at university and avoid extensions of studies.
Maternity protection for students
Information regarding maternity leave for students and contacts at RUB are available at the Registrar’s Office (“Studierendensekretariat”) homepage.
Leave of absence
Student parents at RUB have the option to take a leave of absence if they are unable to continue their studies due to pregnancy and an approaching due date and subsequent childcare responsibilities or if they wish to take a sabbatical. The social services and funding department at the Student Advice Centre will provide advice on options and ramifications of an academic leave of absence and on how to plan and manage your degree.