INTERNATIONAL MASTER COURSES at Ruhr-Universität Bochum
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INTERNATIONAL MASTER COURSES at Ruhr-Universität Bochum Welcome to Bochum Welcome at Ruhr-Universität Bochum. It gives me great pleasure to see your interest in our university and our Master’s degree courses offered in English. Situated in the centre of the dynamic, hospitable Ruhr metropolis in the heart of Europe, Ruhr-Universität Bochum with its 20 faculties is home to 5,600 members of staff and 43,000 students. People from all over the world come together at the Ruhr-Universität campus in or- der to accomplish their goals. It is where people from 130 countries research and study. Approix- mately 3,400 international students are currently enrolled at Ruhr-Unviersität Bochum; in addi- tion, we host some 500 exchange students every year. Get to know us as a performance-driven and cosmopolitan university. We are very much looking forward to welcoming you in person in Bochum. Best regards Prof Dr Axel Schölmerich, Rector WELCOME 3 4 10 REASONS 10 Reasons TO PURSUE A DEGREE COURSE AT RUHR-UNIVERSITÄT BOCHUM 10 REASONS 5 1. Great future perspectives: you’ll get a degree with good reputation Ruhr-Universität is cementing its position among the leading European universities of the 21st century. Our Excellence Programmes have gained international renown: the Cluster of Excellence RESOLV (Ruhr Explores Solvation) and cross-faculty and cross-discipline Re- search Departments rank highly worldwide and give the Ruhr-Universität’s profile an edge. Moreover, Ruhr-Universität boasts an unmatched programme for fostering junior academics as well as an outstanding research infrastructure. 2. The choice is yours: diverse study options offered in English Ruhr-Universität offers approximately 180 degree courses in all major academic disciplines. Most lectures and seminars are offered in German; but there are also many Master’s courses offered in English that attract highly qualified undergraduates from all over the world. This brochure provides an overview of the English-language degree courses. 3. Bochum, your new home away from home Bochum has a population of 365,000 including more than 55,000 students from the seven of the city’s universities. Students spend their evenings and weekends in “Bermuda Dreieck” – a premier spot for nightlife with many cafés, restaurants and clubs. Each year in summer, the city centre is transformed into a large concert stage: during the “Bochum total” festival, tens of thousands of visitors party with national and international rock and pop newcomers. In the winter, the city of Bochum dazzles the visitors’ with its Christmas market that captures the es- sence of German “gemütlichkeit”. It is the place to combat icy weather with a mulled wine to the sound of medieval music. A somewhat more peaceful spot is lake “Kemnader See”; there, in close vicinity to the university campus, you can go sailing, surfing or pedal boating, or watch a beach volleyball game while enjoying a refreshing drink at the beach bar. 4. World-class research and interdisciplinary learning: you‘re part of a high-performance network As early as in their first semester, Ruhr-Universität students are integrated into the universi- ty’s research activities, because the students of today are the top researchers of tomorrow. If you decide to pursue a career in academia after getting your Master’s degree, Ruhr-Uni- versität offers the best options: mentored by excellent researchers, 600 international PhD students get their international-standard doctorate. The Research School, which spans the entire campus, provides a comprehensive research-oriented, generic skills, international and professional development programme. It prepares the PhD students for executive positions in the world of academia and research as well as economy. They are offered an individual training programme to acquire relevant competencies that exceed their immediate research 6 10 REASONS project. Top-level research at Ruhr-Universität is organised in flexible, interdisciplinary Re- search Departments, where academics conduct joint research into interdisciplinary problems. 5. You are not alone: service for international students RUBiss – international student services is the port of call for international students, locat- ed at the International Office at Ruhr-Universität Bochum. RUBiss provides support with re- spect to all social, cultural and university matters, as well as administrative and legal questions. In order to ease your first steps at university, RUBiss organises orientation sessions specifi- cally for international students before the beginning of each semester. During that time, in- ternational students are mentored and assisted by “Campus Guides”. Visiting the faculty is part of the programme as well as the exploration of the university campus. The RUBiss team is also there for you during the semester, answering your questions and organising diverse cultural and leisure activities, events, workshops and excursions. 6. Your leisure time: sport, culture and many more at the campus Six RUB students won the gold medal at the most recent Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro. But it’s not just top athletes who study and train at the campus; all students and members of staff can attend courses in 80 different types of sport. They range from football, through yo- ga, to rugby. In the city centre of Bochum, the university operates its own gym “Unifit”. The campus is also home to Musisches Zentrum. There, students have the opportunity to take theatre, art and music classes and, for example, practise with the large university or- chestra and perform in concerts. The student services office “Akademisches Förderung- swerk” likewise offers a diverse semester programme, where you can learn how to write a novel, how to cook classics of German cuisine, and how to direct a film. 7. Your degree is affordable: cheap accommodations and no tuition fees Ruhr-Universität Bochum does not charge any tuition fees. All students have to pay a social fee of approximately 320 euros per semester. The “Semester Ticket” (NRW Ticket) included in this con- tribution allowes every student to use the regional public transport (bus and train) in North-Rhine Westphalia free of charge. Additionally, with this fee you will contribute to service features of the “Akademisches Förderungswerk” (student union). Bochum has an abundance of affordable and pleasant accommodations. On average, students in Bochum pay approximately 344 euros for their own apartment, which lies far below the average rent in Germany. A room in a shared apartment is available for a mere 220 euros. About 5,000 students in Bochum live in student halls run by “Akade- misches Förderungswerk”. There, they either have their own room, including a bathroom, and share a kitchen with other students, or they share an apartment with one or several housemates. 10 REASONS 7 8. You are living in a safe country: Germany says welcome Germany is a safe country – also in comparison with other countries. Police in Bochum and in all other cities are trustworthy and ready to help you in any situation. You can move around freely and don’t have to observe any particular safety notices. If you want to travel in Germany, going by long-distance bus or train is a safe and comfortable option. 9. Enjoy your mobility: Study and live in the heart of Europe The semester ticket entitles all Ruhr-Universität students to use local public transport in all of North Rhine-Westphalia. It gives you the opportunity to explore this highly diverse feder- al state with its cities of Cologne, Düsseldorf, Aachen and Münster, or to make a trip to the neighbouring Netherlands. Travelling by railway, you can also easily visit other neighbour- ing countries, such as Austria, Switzerland, Belgium, and France. 10. Learning German – just do it! All international students can attend German language courses at Ruhr-Universität free of charge. The courses are selected to match the students’ proficiency levels. You can attend language courses focusing on academic writing and publishing, terminology (engineering and economics), and regional and cultural aspects. If you’d like to learn another foreign language, you have the choice between 15 different op- tions. These courses, too, are free of charge for all students. 8 10 REASONS 10 REASONS 9 Application Degree Duration Start Programme deadline Online application: Biochemistry 4 Winter Master of Science Deadline: semesters semester 15th July Online application: Winter and Chemistry 4 Deadline: Master of Science summer semesters 15th January and semester 15th July Online application: Cognitive Science 4 Winter Master of Science Deadline: semesters semester 15th July Online application Computational Engineering 4 Winter at faculty: Master of Science semesters semester Deadline: 1st May Master of Arts in Online application Public Administration at faculty: or Master in Develop- 3 Winter Deadline: Development-Management ment Studies degree semesters semester 30th September or from University of the 31st December Western Cape Winter and Online application: 4 Economics Master of Science summer 15th January and semesters semester 15th July Online application: Ethics – Economics, Law and 4 Winter Master of Arts Deadline: Politics semesters semester 15th July 10 PROGRAMME Application Degree Duration Start Programme deadline Master of Arts, Online application Humanitarian Action European Master 3 Winter via platform, in International semesters semester Deadline: Humanitarian Action 30th April Online application: Winter and 4 Deadline: Laser and Photonics