For all RUB students - Outbound mobility services

Going Abroad - From Bochum into the World!

Whether in Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia, South, Central or North America; whether via an exchange programme, independently or via a scholarship programme, you can explore the whole world. A semester, or year, spent abroad is always worth it, for yourself and your CV! You can't imagine the advantages you'll gain!

NEWS

Funding

PROMOS: Go Abroad with DAAD Funding in the Year 2026!

Apply now for a PROMOS grant until November 1, 2025! Through the DAAD program, Ruhr University Bochum funds the international mobility of RUB students.

Outbound Mobility

"Go Abroad" Info Events in the Winter Semester 2025/26

In the winter semester 24/25, the Outbound Mobility Services team of the International Office will once again host information sessions on opportunities to go abroad as part of your studies. Get inspired!

Outbound Mobility

International Exchange Programs: Call for Applications for 2026/27

With the beginning of the winter semester 2025/26, there is a new call for applications for semesters or years abroad via the exchange programs of Ruhr University Bochum during the academic year 2026/27.

Outbound Mobility

Transatlantic Ruhr Fellowship 2026

In the summer of 2026, highly motivated RUB students will again be able to participate in the Transatlantic Ruhr Fellowship in the New York metropolitan region.

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