About the Program
The Law program at Ruhr University Bochum covers multiple aspects of law including private law, criminal law and public law. The program allows students to specialize in various fields such as Family, assets, processes; Labour & social affairs; Corporate & competition; International and European economics; Economic management, environment & infrastructure; Taxes & finances; and Criminal defence, criminal trial law and criminology. Graduates frequently work in the field of justice as judges, criminal prosecutors, barristers, administrative lawyers, corporate counsels in national and international associations and organizations, in corporate fields as HR managers, managing directors, management advisors, and in academic professions such as professors.
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The Law program at Ruhr University Bochum covers multiple aspects of law including private law, criminal law and public law. The program allows students to specialize in various fields such as Family, assets, processes; Labour & social affairs; Corporate & competition; International and European economics; Economic management, environment & infrastructure; Taxes & finances; and Criminal defence, criminal trial law and criminology. Graduates frequently work in the field of justice as judges, criminal prosecutors, barristers, administrative lawyers, corporate counsels in national and international associations and organizations, in corporate fields as HR managers, managing directors, management advisors, and in academic professions such as professors.
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How do I apply to Law at Ruhr-Universität Bochum?
Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Law at Ruhr-Universität Bochum
Is Law at Ruhr-Universität Bochum taught in German or English? ▼
This Other programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.
How much does the Law programme cost? ▼
No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.
What are the admission requirements for Law at Ruhr-Universität Bochum? ▼
Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).
When is the application deadline? ▼
Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.
Can I work in Germany while studying Law? ▼
Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.
How do I apply to Ruhr-Universität Bochum — directly or via uni-assist? ▼
Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.