After Admission
Congratulations!
You've successfully applied to Ruhr-Universität Bochum (RUB).
As soon as you've received your letter confirming your admission ('Zulassung' or 'Zulassungsbescheid'), you can start taking care of the formalities which are necessary for your study period in Germany.
The following links provide information about the next steps:
Health Insurance
You need health insurance in order to study in Germany. Here you can find out how to take out health insurance.
Health insurance
Visa / Proof of finances
In the majority of cases, a visa is required to enter Germany. You also have to prove you have the necessary financial means to fund your stay. All information can be found here.
Visa / Proof of finances
Accommodation
You need accommodation during your stay in Germany. Information regarding this can be found here.
Accommodation
New at RUB
Here you will find more important information for your start at RUB and in Bochum.
New at RUB