Onboarding Course (WiSe 2026/27)
Abschnittsübersicht
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Dear students,
We are really happy to welcome you at Ruhr-University Bochum for the winter semester 2026/27! We hope you will have a great time studying at RUB, connecting to your fellow students and getting in touch with your lecturers. To make it easier for you to start your studies, we are offering this onboarding module to prepare you for your studies. All documents and information you need can be found here in this Moodle course.
You register for this module by
- joining this Moodle course and
- completing the questionnaire.
It is really important that you complete the QUESTIONNAIRE which you can find below! If you do not answer the questions, we will not be able to take your registration into account and your registration will be cancelled.
Please make sure to check back here regularly for the latest links and materials. The course content is regularly expanded and updated!
Important:
- You have to attend at least 75% of the sessions and to pass the weekly Multiple Choice test in Moodle to receive a certificate by RUBiss which equals 2,5 CP.
- You also have to attend at least 75% of one of the language courses and pass the final test to earn another 2,5 CP for the language part.
- 5 CP is the maximum number of CP you can receive in total.
- If you want to earn credit points for your study programme - you have to contact your coordinator directly in advance!
If you have questions, please have a look at the email list also linked in the course.
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We kindly ask you to fill out the questionnaire as soon as possible, but no later than 05.10.2026.
Please note that completing the questionnaire is mandatory!
Students who do not submit their responses by the deadline will be removed from the Moodle course and will not be able to participate in the programme.
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To officially begin the program, we invite you to our Online Kick-off Event – the first session of the winter semester.
📅 Date: 7th October 2026
🕒 Time: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.(German time CEST)
📍 Zoom: https://ruhr-uni-bochum.zoom-x.de/j/65626515381?pwd=qSIVgf54NaA8O4spuMgsLCk5WIOEcM.1
What’s on the agenda?
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Official welcome by the International Office
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Overview of the module's content for the entire semester
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Introduction of your student tutors
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Meet and connect with fellow international students
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Open Q&A session
We look forward to seeing you there and kicking off the semester together!
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This event is designed to help you settle in, find your way around the university, and connect with other international students. You will receive useful information, tips for everyday life in Bochum, and the opportunity to ask your questions.
📅 Date and time: 🔗 International Welcome – RUB
International Welcome Day – Campus Tour
October 8, 2026 | 11:00–15:00 | SSC & Campus
Our Campus Guides will take you on a tour of the RUB campus. They will introduce you to the different faculties, show you important places on campus, and help you get to know your new study environment in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The tour is a great opportunity to discover the university and meet new people at the same time.International Welcome Day – Official Reception
October 15, 2026 | 16:00–18:00 | UFO (Uni Forum)
One week later, we will officially welcome all new international students to RUB. At UFO, the RUBiss team will greet you warmly and make sure you feel at home from the very beginning. This reception is a wonderful chance to meet fellow students, get to know the RUB community, and celebrate the start of your studies together.