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New Freshman College: International students ready for BA studies!
The RUB Freshman College starts in the winter semester 2025/2026 to prepare international students for a BA degree.
New Freshman College: International students ready for BA studies!
A new Freshman College at the Ruhr University Bochum (RUB) will open in the winter semester of 2025/2026 to enable international students to start their bachelor's degree smoothly. This innovative program focuses specifically on the MINT subjects, particularly chemistry, physics, mathematics, computer science as well as applied computer science and IT security. An expansion to include social and economic sciences is also planned in the future. news.rub.de reports that…
In order to be able to take part in the Freshman College, applicants must demonstrate a German language level of A2 and present a suitable school leaving certificate. Instead of an assessment test, the program is completed with TestAS and TestDaF. Successful completion qualifies students for regular studies at the RUB. In addition to academic training, the offer should also include social and cultural elements in order to offer international students a welcome.
Optimal preparation for international prospective students
The aim of the initiative is to reduce the dropout rate among international students and improve their integration into the German university system. Studies show that this group often faces greater challenges, leading to increased dropout rates. daad.de highlights that... However, international students make a significant contribution to Germany's economic development as they generate high long-term income for the state.
The classroom space is provided in the RUB MB building. The enrolled freshmen receive a student number and an email address, which gives them access to all university offerings, including sports and a Germany ticket for exploring the Ruhr area. In addition, the State Language Institute (LSI) will offer German courses that focus on practical and technical language elements.
Support offers for international students
Starting a career after studying can be challenging for international students in Germany. The new DAAD program FIT (promotion of international talent for integration into studies and the labor market) was launched in April 2024 and offers support across the entire “student life cycle”. daad.de reports that… A total of 89 projects are being funded that specifically support the social and professional integration and career entry of international students.
Examples of successful university projects include the Würzburg-Schweinfurt University of Technology, which offers individual support through cooperation in various countries, and the Hamburg University of Technology, which has established special career orientation programs. These initiatives illustrate the valuable role of international students in the German university landscape.
With these measures and offers, the Freshman College presents itself as an important initiative to strengthen internationalization and reduce dropouts among international students at the RUB. hrk.de offers further information about the challenges and proposed solutions in the area of international student funding.