Ruhr University Bochum is a public university in Germany, located in the city of Bochum, Ruhr Region, and founded in 1962. It was the first public university in Germany established after World War II. The first academic year at the university began in 1965. Today, it is one of the largest universities in Germany and is also a member of the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft research organization.

Ruhr University Bochum was among the first German universities to move away from the traditional German education system and begin offering bachelor’s and master’s degrees. Currently, approximately 43,000 students are enrolled in more than 150 study programs at the university. Around 10% of students are international. The university places a strong emphasis on international cooperation, maintaining numerous partner universities worldwide. The university comprises 20 different faculties.

Accommodation:
The university provides students with the option to live in one of its university apartments.

Why Choose Ruhr University Bochum?

• Wide range of programs
• Prestigious university
• Accommodation in university apartments
• One of the largest universities in Germany

Programs Offered:

• Undergraduate (Bachelor’s)
• Postgraduate (Master’s)

The university’s structure consists of multiple faculties, offering studies in the following fields:

• Faculty of Biology and Biotechnology
• East Asian Studies Faculty
• Faculty of Geology and Geography
• Faculty of History
• Faculty of Mathematics
• Faculty of Medicine
• Faculty of Mechanical Engineering
• Faculty of Social Sciences
• Faculty of Psychology
• Faculty of Civil Engineering
• Faculty of Catholic Theology
• Faculty of Protestant Theology
• Faculty of Physics and Astronomy
• Faculty of Philology
• Faculty of Physical Education and Sports
• Faculty of Philosophy, Education, and Journalism
• Faculty of Chemistry and Biochemistry
• Faculty of Economics
• Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
• Faculty of Law

Admission Requirements:
Undergraduate (Bachelor’s):

• High school diploma
• One of the following exams: IELTS, TOEFL

Postgraduate (Master’s):

• Bachelor's or specialist degree
• One of the following exams: IELTS, TOEFL