German courses

German Language Requirements

The language of instruction at Ruhr-Universität Bochum (RUB) is German, and only a few degree courses are taught in English. The English-taught programmes have individual application procedures. A high level of German language skills is required to successfully complete a regular degree course at RUB; language skills can be proven by presenting a certificate gained for passing one of the following examinations:

  • DSH examination (Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang) (level 2 or 3)
  • ZOP examination (Zentrale Oberstufenprüfung) of the Goethe-Institut
  • German language diploma, level II, of the Goethe-Institut
  • TestDaF (Deutsch als Fremdsprache) with the grades 4 x 4 or 16 points (website in German only)

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Application without sufficient language skills

Applicants who do not possess sufficient language skills may apply to take fee-based German language courses at RUB beginning at Level A2.

The application procedure is described in the "Info about German courses" on the right.

Your path to RUB

APPLICATION

  1. Choose degree programme
  2. Financing and costs
  3. Higher education entrance qualification
  4. German language requirements
  5. Application and admission

AFTER ADMISSION

  1. Health insurance policy
  2. Visa and proof of sufficient financial resources
  3. Accommodation

Links

Application form   (203.3 kB)

Info sheet German courses   (77.4 kB)

German as a foreign language / Deutsch als Fremdsprache (DaF)

The department of German as a Foreign Language in the Language Learning Centre offers various German courses at different levels. As a registered student at RUB, you can choose such courses alongside your studies.

Other German Courses