International Exchange Students

After Your Arrival

You have already arrived in Bochum? Welcome to Ruhr University Bochum (RUB)!

On this page, you will find information about what you have to do before or at the beginning of your exchange stay.

Enrollment at RUB takes place exclusively online. You will receive all of the necessary information in due time via email.

International students

International Welcome

You would like to participate in the free orientation days for international students, but have not yet registered? Sign up now!

International Exchange Students

Study Organization

How do I pay the social contribution? How do I connect to RUB network? On this page we address these concerns and many more!

Accommodation for Exchange Students

Find housing in Bochum

International exchange and degree seeking students

Visa and residence status

International exchange and degree seeking students

Health insurance

Languages

German and other language courses

RUBiss Campus Tour

Tour the RUB campus with us! The RUBiss team (RUB - international student services) has created a virtual campus tour for you that introduces the staff of the International Office and shows different areas of the Ruhr-Universität Bochum campus. Take a look!

RUB Campus Tour

Any Questions?

Visit our Consultation Hours!

During Your Exchange Stay

This way to more offers and information!

Before Your Exchange Stay

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