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FAQ for first semester students

Welcome to the RUB! Every new student has many questions at the beginning of their studies. The most common ones are answered on this page. However, if anything remains unclear, the Central Student Advisory Service will be happy to help.

I have enrolled, what do I have to do now?

After you have enrolled online at RUB, you will receive all information on the next steps by e-mail.

By when do I have to have transferred the social contribution?

You have 14 days after your enrollment to transfer the social contribution.

All students are obliged to pay the social contribution, which finances the Akademisches Förderungswerk, the student body and the semester ticket.

The social contribution for the winter semester 2024/2025 amounts to a total of 325.00 euros. This is made up of contributions for

  • the Akademisches Förderungswerk (AKAFÖ) (e.g. for the canteen and halls of residence): 125.00 euros
    The Akafö runs numerous halls of residence and offers students a wide range of services and advice in addition to low prices in the cafeterias and canteen.
  • the RUB student body (AStA): 23.60 euros
    With its share of the social contribution, the Asta supports student initiatives, finances student council projects and pays the salaries of employees of the student representation as well as expense allowances for speakers. The AStA's share also includes the contribution for the Nextbike bicycle rental service (1.50 euros) and for the theater flat rate at Schauspielhaus Bochum (1.00 euros).
  • the semester ticket: 176.40 euros
    The semester ticket is based on the principle of solidarity and is therefore also paid for by students who do not use it at all: Just because all students pay the fee regardless of their use, the semester ticket is comparatively cheap compared to other VRR offers. The AStA negotiates the price with the transport companies.

The transfer data can only be accessed via eCampus.

Important!!! Please be sure to state your personal reason for payment (the reason for payment changes each semester), otherwise there may be delays in re-registration.

To eCampus

How can I pay the social contribution?

You can find your personal data for the transfer in eCampus under Finances → "Notes on paying the social contribution".

Important!!! Please be sure to state your personal reason for payment when making your transfer (the reason for payment changes each semester), as otherwise there may be delays in re-registration.

How do I get my student ID?

After successful enrollment, your student ID will be sent to you by post.


Note: Always make sure that RUB has your current address, as RUB may have to send you important information by post.
After moving, you can update your address yourself via eCampus.

How do I obtain a certificate of enrollment?

After you have transferred the social contribution (please note that it can take up to six days for the money to reach the RUB account), you can download your certificate of enrolment via eCampus .

How do I get my semester ticket?

After you have transferred the social contribution (please note that it can take up to six days for the money to reach the RUB account), you can retrieve the ticket via Ride Webapp. You can find the link in eCampus.

Further information about the ticket can be found here.

How do I create my timetable?

This always depends on the subject you are studying. Many subjects (especially engineering and science subjects) have fixed timetables for their students, while in other subjects students have to create their own timetables. In the introductory events for the individual subjects, you will be taught step by step how to create your timetable.

List of all introductory courses

Where can I get information about the introductory events?

All information on the introductory events can be found on this overview page.

How do I register for lectures and seminars?

You can register for courses (such as lectures or seminars) via the RUB eCampus. All information on registration and creating your timetable can be found in the introductory events.

Is there any help or tutorials for using the eCampus?

Yes, there are tutorials and FAQs for using the RUB eCampus.

If you have any questions, the helpdesk staff will be happy to help you.

How can I register for language courses?

All important information for registering for language courses at the Center for Foreign Language Education (ZFA) can be found here.

Do I have to take a placement test for foreign languages?

There is a placement test for some language courses, but not for others. The Center for Foreign Language Education has created a page with the most frequently asked questions about placement tests.

How do I register for the optional area?

Detailed step-by-step instructions can be found on the page of the optional area.

What is Moodle and how does it work?

Moodle is a digital learning platform that is used in many lectures, seminars and courses to provide important documents for participants.

The eTeam Digitalization in the eLearning department at the Centre for Science Didactics (ZfW) has provided instructions for using Moodle and advises on questions about digital tools for studying at RUB.

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