English and American Studies Ruhr-Universität Bochum
- Duration
- 4 semesters
- Language of instruction
- English
- Tuition fees
- No tuition fees
- Next application deadline
- 15 January 2027 (summer semester)
- Language level required
- English: C1German: None
Programme overview
Quick facts
- Degree
- MA
- Duration
- 4 semesters
- Intake
- Winter and summer semester
- Joint degree / double degree programme
- No
- Combined Master's degree / PhD programme
- No
Language of instruction
English
Programme description
Students may choose their classes from the following areas of specialisation:
- Linguistics
- Cultural Studies GB
- Cultural Studies US
- British Literature
- American Literature
Mode of study
- Fully on-site
Application and admission
Application period(s)
Summer semester
| Applicants from | Applications begin | Application deadline | |
|---|---|---|---|
All countries
|
Not specified
|
15 January 2027
|
Winter semester
| Applicants from | Applications begin | Application deadline | |
|---|---|---|---|
All countries
|
Not specified
|
15 July 2027
|
Academic admissions requirements
Language requirements
German language requirements
English language requirements
Accepted certificates include
| Certificates | Minimum result |
|---|---|
IELTS Academic
|
Total: 7.5 / 9
|
TOEFL iBT (before 2026)
|
Total: 110 / 120
Reading: 27 / 30
Listening: 27 / 30
Writing: 28 / 30
Speaking: 28 / 30
|
How to apply?
Costs and funding
Tuition fees per semester
No tuition fees
Semester contribution
Students have to pay a social contribution fee of approx. 380 EUR per semester, including a semester ticket covering public transport in Germany (https://studium.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/en/re-registration-and-social-contribution).
Cost of living
Minimum of 950 EUR per month to cover personal and living expenses in Germany
Scholarships and financing information
Students with good academic achievements and a high degree of social responsibility can apply for the “Deutschlandstipendium” grant. They will receive a one-year scholarship of 300 EUR per month from the Ruhr-Universität Scholarship Fund: http://www.rub.de/bildungsfonds/info-studierende/en/index_en.html.
International students can also apply at the International Office, e.g. for financial support during their final phase of study, such as graduation grants: https://international.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/en/scholarships?_wrapper_format=html.
Living & services
Support for international students
The International Office supports students right from the start:
- International Welcome programme with online sessions prior to students’ arrival and a series of welcome events to facilitate students’ integration into their new environment
- For those enrolled in English-taught Master’s programmes, a specialised onboarding programme is available which includes a German language course.
- Info sessions throughout the semester on administrative matters
- Regular office hours for individual consultation
- A variety of events to engage international students and enrich their academic experience
You can find more information here.
Course-specific language courses available
Career advisory services
The Career Service for International Students was established to support international students as they move from their studies into the German job market.
- Events & Workshops: From networking events to online seminars, learn the best tips from career experts and get to know start-ups from the region.
- Digital Career Guide: The Moodle course “Career Service for International Students” prepares you for starting a job in Germany.
- FIT4Job — Mentoring for Internationals: RUB alumni share their professional expertise and good practices with you one-on-one.
- Counselling services: Identify your talents and career goals in a personal counselling session. Our RUB Career Service team provides support in preparing application documents and interviews.
Accommodation
In the city of Bochum, you can find different types of accommodation. On average, students in Bochum pay approximately 400 to 800 EUR per month for a single apartment, which is below the average rent in Germany. A room in a shared apartment is usually less expensive.
About 5,000 students in Bochum live in multiple student halls close to the campus, which are run by the Akademisches Förderungswerk (AKAFÖ). In the halls, each student has a single room and shares a kitchen and bathroom with other students, rents an apartment with a private bathroom and kitchen, or shares an apartment with one or several flatmates.
More information on the student halls can be found at https://studium.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/de/wohnen.
In addition, private and church-affiliated student halls accommodate up to 1,000 students: http://www.stuwo.de/wohnheim-region/bochum/.
Contact
Englisches Seminar
- Name
- Dr Matthias Zucker
- Adresse
- Universitätsstr. 150, 44801 Bochum