International at home

Buddy Programme at the Faculty of Social Science

 

Get to know your fellow students to have a good start into the university life and establish genuine relationships!

What does the programme include?

International Students

Current RUB-Students
  • Get support in the initial phase of your studies at the Faculty of Social Science
  • Get to know local students, find out more about the studies and life in Bochum
  • Improve foreign language skills
  • Increase intercultural competence
  • Make new friends from around the world

 

 
  • Support international students in the initial phase of their studies at the Faculty
  • Get to know international students and other cultures
  • Improve foreign language skills
  • Increase intercultural competence
  • Make new friends from around the world
  • Actively engage in the faculty’s internationalization process

What does the programme include?

We ensure a good start into the semester and programme by organizing orientation days and group activities. The main focus though is on developing strong Buddy relationships through 1-to-1 or smaller group activities.

1-day training for tutors and mentors of international students

Orientation days and support at the start of the semester

Group activities throughout the semester

Individual activities according to personal interests

Learning language in Tandem


Who can apply?

International students who are exchange or regular full-time students pursuing a degree at the RUB can apply for the programme.

How can I apply?

Please apply via the online form by September 15th.

 

Deck Buddy En

 

Language and encounter

SPRACHCAFÉ - Language practice meet-up, perfect to practice a foreign language and meet people

Tandem-Partnership - apply to practice language with a Tandem partner

 

Campus Guide Integra and Campus Guide Plus: Internships in the Integra-Program supporting refugees or in the International Office

 

ESN Bochum (Erasmus Student Network) is looking for engaged members

RUBiss (International Student Services) offers an interesting semester programme for all interested students

 

Support offers for international students

"Schreiben und Sprechen reflektieren und gestalten": Sprechstunde für nicht-muttersprachlich Deutsch sprechende Studierende

Writing Aid Center: counselling and workshops for students writing in a foreign language

Career Service: counselling and special workshops

Scholarships for international students provide support during the studies or writing the thesis