University of Bochum (Ruhr University Bochum)

Ruhr University Bochum understands the ins and outs of change: It has spearheaded the transformation of the Ruhr region from a mining community to a science hub since 1965. Its reformist mindset defies academic tradition. Its mission is to provide education for all.Taking the step into university education – for many, this is a major hurdle. This is especially true for all those people to whom an academic career was not handed on a silver platter. Ruhr University Bochum has demonstrated its commitment to first-generation academics ever since its inception.

The university’s talent scouts like Yasmina and Maike visit schools in order to encourage talented students and give them a leg up.

Yasmina never thought that a scholarship would be a viable option until she discovered Ruhr University Bochum via the talent scout program . She is now studying law on a scholarship. Maike, who is just starting her studies in Educational Science and Theater Studies, also explored the opportunities offered by Ruhr University Bochum while still at school. She got to know the campus at talent meetings and workshop