Ruhr-Universität Bochum for Kenyan Students
Entry Requirements by Level
Academic Requirements
See official university website for current requirements.
Fees & Deadline
Application deadline: July 15 for winter semester.
Academic Requirements
Minimum GPA: 2.75/4 (2:2 UK equivalent). Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required. English-taught programmes include Development Management (DAAD EPOS — fully funded for African students including Kenyans), IT Security, and Materials Science.
English Language
IELTS: 6+ overall. TOEFL iBT and PTE Academic also accepted — contact admissions for equivalencies.
Fees & Deadline
Annual tuition: €600–€800. Application deadline: May 31 for winter semester. Decision time: 8–16 weeks.
Academic Requirements
Minimum GPA: 3.5/4. Master's degree required (or Bachelor's with First Class Honours for some programmes). Fully funded positions available. DAAD EPOS fully-funded PhD opportunities available for Kenyan students. Research-assistant positions also available.
Specific Requirements
Research proposal required. Identify and contact a potential supervisor before applying. References from two academic supervisors.
Deadline
Rolling — contact supervisor directly
Documents Required
Available Scholarships
DAAD Scholarship
by German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) · Masters, Phd
Learn more →Deutschlandstipendium
by Federal Government + Private sponsors · Undergraduate, Masters
Learn more →DAAD EPOS Development Management Scholarship
by German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) · Masters
Learn more →Frequently Asked Questions
Is the DAAD EPOS Development Management scholarship available to Kenyan students at RUB?
Yes — RUB is a DAAD EPOS partner university, and the EPOS scholarship is specifically designed for students from developing countries including Kenya. It covers full tuition, €992/month living stipend, health insurance, and travel. This is one of the most comprehensive fully funded study options in Germany for Kenyan postgraduate students.
How does KCSE qualification work for Ruhr University Bochum?
Kenyan KCSE students with strong grades may be eligible for direct undergraduate entry at RUB, or can complete a Studienkolleg first. For Masters, Kenyan university graduates apply directly with a minimum GPA of 2.75/4.0 — one of the more accessible thresholds among German universities.
What career options do Kenyan graduates have after studying at RUB?
Kenyan graduates can apply for Germany's 18-month Job-Seeker Visa after graduating. The Development Management degree is particularly relevant for careers in Kenya's development sector, international NGOs, and government agencies. IT Security graduates are in high demand across Kenya's growing fintech and digital economy.
Tips for Applying to RUB
Ruhr University Bochum (QS #396) is arguably the best German university option for Kenyan development-sector professionals, offering a DAAD EPOS fully funded Masters in Development Management that directly targets African applicants. With zero tuition fees, a Semesterbeitrag of ~€700/year, and a GPA requirement of just 2.75/4.0, RUB is highly accessible for Kenyan students. Germany's 18-month Job-Seeker Visa further extends career opportunities after graduation.
Official source: Ruhr-Universität Bochum ↗Plan Your Germany Student Visa
Check visa requirements, documents and costs for Kenyan passport holders applying to Germany.
Cost of Living in Bochum
Bochum is one of Germany's more affordable cities. Student halls available through Studierendenwerk Bochum.
Semester ticket covers VRR public transport across the Ruhr region.