International Exchange Students

Before Your Arrival

There is a lot to organize before the start of your exchange stay. Here you will find a compilation of everything you should do before your arrival.

Application and Admission

If you have not yet done so, the first step in organizing your stay with us is to apply for an exchange stay at Ruhr University Bochum. Detailed information on how to apply can be found directly under the respective exchange programs:

Exchange programs at RUB

After you have successfully applied, you will receive an admission letter via email.

International Exchange Students

Orientation Course

Our Orientation Course offers you the opportunity to improve your German language skills, take care of formalities together and make contacts. For more information and program registration - this way!

International students

International Welcome

To facilitate the start of your studies, we organize free Orientation Days for new international students before the beginning of each term. For more information and program registration - this way!