Übergangssemester

You have successfully completed your final German language examination but cannot yet start studying? Then the Übergangssemester for international prospective students with and without a refugee background could be right for you!

What is the "Übergangssemester"?

The Übergangssemester is the opportunity to bridge the time between your final German language examination and the start of your studies and to prepare generally and subject-specifically for studies at Ruhr University Bochum.

The focus here is on deepening language skills and repeating subject contents as well as offers that are differentiated according to the respective subject group.

Learn about the course content here!

What are the participation requirements?

International students with and without a refugee background who have passed the qualifying German language examination.
Willingness to spend approximately 12 hours per week participating in the Übergangssemester.
Willingness to enroll as a language student for the semester (payment of the social contribution including the semester ticket).
Have appropriate technical equipment (laptop/PC with internet access), as the program is hybrid (face-to-face and online).

If you are unclear about the requirements, please contact welcome@rub.de.

When does the Übergangssemester take place?

The Übergangssemester generally lasts one semester.

Winter term (October – February)
Summer term (April – July)

Thus, the Übergangssemester is particularly suitable if there is a long period of time between the completion of your German language examination qualifying you for studying and the planned start of your studies.

Example:
- The C1 German course exam takes place in February.
- Participation in the transition semester from April - July.
- The next possible start of studies: October (winter term).

How can I apply?

Applications for the Übergangssemester are accepted twice per year.

Application period:

Summer semester: February/March
Winter semester: August/September

You will find the deadlines on our website in a timely manner.

The application is possible via the Moodle course. There you have to fill out a questionnaire and upload a copy of your residence permit.

International prospective students

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