Getting to Know Ruhr University Bochum
- Programs of study: all subjects and degree courses at Ruhr University Bochum
- Student Advice Center: advice and support on how to enter Ruhr University Bochum (The link leads to a German-language web page)
- Academic Advisory Office: advisory services for every subject; all contact details are available under the respective program of study
- Talent scouts: assistance for school leavers from nonacademic and immigrant families (The link leads to a German-language web page)
- WhatsApp channel for prospective students: application tips, event information, insights into university studies for school pupils (The link leads to a German-language channel)
- Get to know the RUB: Offers before your studies: Interested pupils are provided with detailed information at Ruhr University Bochum and can learn more about the degree programs (The link leads to a German-language web page)
Financing Your Studies
- Financing your studies: information on financing options and contacts (The link leads to a German-language web page)
- Advice on financing your studies provided by the AKAFÖ (Academic Services Office): The BAföG office can also be found here. (The link leads to a German-language web page)
- Scholarships: information on scholarships, application procedures, information meetings, advisory services
- Deutschlandstipendium (national scholarship program): financial support for young talents showing excellent performance and social commitment
Social Affairs
- Accommodation: Bochum offers many dormitories and comparatively affordable rents
- Students with disabilities: accessibility and equality measures for students with disabilities, reasonable accommodation and compensation for disadvantages (The link leads to a German-language web page)
- Student parents: support for student parents, childcare facilities, baby changing facilities, networks, etc.
- Academic Services Office (AKAFÖ): accommodation, culture, BaföG and much more (The link leads to a German-language web page)
Application & Enrollment
- Registrar’s Office: your contacts for all paperwork related to your studies
- Application: how to apply for a degree program at Ruhr University Bochum
- Admission Office: contact point for any questions regarding application and admission
- Enrollment: In order to study at Ruhr University Bochum, applicants must enroll in due time and in due form (matriculation)
- Dates and deadlines: application and enrollment deadlines for each semester
- Health insurance: In order to enroll, applicants must provide proof of health insurance
For Teachers
- For teachers: support for them in their role as study and career choice coordinators; activities and events for school classes (The link leads to a German-language web page)