International medical studies

Studying abroad not only broadens your professional skills, but also your personal horizons. The Faculty of Medicine at Ruhr University Bochum (RUB) provides comprehensive support to students from Germany and abroad – from the initial planning stage to the recognition of academic achievements.

The International Office of the Faculty of Medicine will support you before, during and after your stay abroad. The service is aimed equally at:

Students at Ruhr University Bochum who wish to complete part of their medical studies abroad (outgoing students),

Students from international partner universities who are studying or completing an internship in Bochum (incoming students).

Offers for international students (incoming students)

International students planning to study or do an internship at RUB receive individual and reliable support: Information on applications, study organisation and internship opportunities at Ruhr University Bochum:

Information on applications, study organisation and internship opportunities at Ruhr University Bochum 

Personal advice on individual study and lesson planning as well as clinical placements 

Support with formalities and with the recognition of academic achievements and examination results obtained at RUB

Reliable contact persons throughout your stay in Bochum

Offers for RUB students abroad (outgoing students)

Students at the RUB Faculty of Medicine who are planning to study abroad also receive comprehensive support:

Advice on applying for and organising a degree programme or internship at one of our international partner faculties

Support with administrative procedures, including the recognition of services provided abroad

Continuous contact persons for questions or challenges during your stay abroad