Ruhr-Universität Bochum for Nigerian 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), IT Security, and Materials Science. RUB is a DAAD EPOS partner — a significant advantage for Nigerian applicants.
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 Nigerian students. Research-assistant positions (Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter) 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
Does Ruhr University Bochum have a fully funded programme for Nigerian students?
Yes — RUB is a DAAD EPOS partner university offering a fully funded Masters in Development Management specifically targeting students from developing countries including Nigeria. The DAAD EPOS scholarship covers full tuition, €992/month living stipend, health insurance, and travel. This is one of the best-funded opportunities in Germany for Nigerian postgraduate students.
Is Ruhr University Bochum free for Nigerian students?
Yes — RUB charges no tuition fees for non-EU students. You only pay the Semesterbeitrag of ~€350/semester (~€700/year). The DAAD EPOS scholarship can additionally cover living expenses for eligible Nigerian students in the Development Management programme.
What career options are available after studying at RUB?
Nigerian graduates from RUB can apply for Germany's 18-month Job-Seeker Visa. The Ruhr Metropolitan Area is Germany's largest urban conglomeration with strong demand in IT security, engineering, and development sectors. Development Management graduates often move into international NGO and government roles.
Tips for Applying to RUB
Ruhr University Bochum (QS #396) stands out among German universities for Nigerian students due to its status as a DAAD EPOS partner offering a fully funded Masters in Development Management — one of the only programmes in Germany that actively targets African applicants. With zero tuition fees and a Semesterbeitrag of ~€700/year, RUB is also among the most affordable German universities. The 18-month Job-Seeker Visa and the Ruhr region's large IT and industrial economy add strong post-study employment prospects for Nigerian graduates.
Official source: Ruhr-Universität Bochum ↗Plan Your Germany Student Visa
Check visa requirements, documents and costs for Nigerian 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.