Built to change: Ruhr University Bochum

Built to change

Ruhr University Bochum has been driving change in the Ruhr area for 60 years. Together, we are breaking down disciplinary boundaries, daring to try new paths and welcoming talents who excel with us.

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Info for first semester students

Are you new at Ruhr University?

In the first few days of your studies, you need to find your way around: Ruhr University offers various orientation events for first semester students. If you have any questions or problems, there are various contact points for all matters relating to your studies.

Excellence Strategy

Ruhr University Bochum applies together with partners of the University Alliance Ruhr

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People

“Bochum brings a bunch of people together that are really smart on a topic I am interested in.“

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Theology

Inscribed, Buried and Cursed

In antiquity, curses carved into lead tablets were considered effective as long as they remained hidden. This practice is even referred to in the Bible.

Chemistry

Structure of Supercritical Water Decoded

When exposed to high temperatures and pressure, water enters a state in which liquid and gas can no longer be distinguished. For a long time, there has been controversy about how this looks like on a molecular level.

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Study at Ruhr University Bochum

With its wide variety of subjects and faculties, Ruhr University Bochum offers almost limitless study opportunities. But don't worry: There are many offers for advice, orientation and support, especially when starting your studies. With individual talent support, Ruhr University helps young people to find their way and fully realize their potential.

Research at Ruhr University Bochum

The big questions of our time can only be answered together. This is why researchers at Ruhr University work together across disciplinary boundaries. The compact campus with its 21 faculties facilitates this collaboration on overarching questions of global change.

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Founding at Ruhr University Bochum

Ruhr University is a think tank, laboratory and production facility for the innovations that our world urgently needs. With the WORLDFACTORY, it also has a unique location for technology and knowledge-based spin-offs.