Calendar

Graphic announcement of the lecture series ‘Science in Focus 2026 – Lecture series with alumni of the Studienbrücke programme’. The image shows stylised symbols from the STEM subjects (e.g. microscope, test tubes, gears, circuit). Dates in the first half of 2026 are listed: 13 February at 4 p.m., 13 March at 4 p.m., 17 April at 5 p.m., 15 May at 5 p.m. and 12 June at 5 p.m. The logos of the Goethe-Institut, Studienbrücke and Universitätsallianz Ruhr are shown below.

03-13 | 04:00 pm

Wissenschaft im Fokus: „Wie heiß ist der Chip? Thermische Grenzen moderner Leistungselektronik"

MINT 1: 13.07.2026-19.07.2026; MINT 2: 20.07.2026-26.07.2026

STEM Academy

Location & approach

By Car

The campus of Ruhr University Bochum is located near the motorway junction Bochum/Witten, where the A43 connects with the A44. Take the exit Bochum-Querenburg / Universität (exit 19) and follow the signs to “Ruhr-Universität.” Continue on Universitätsstraße and take the turnoff “Uni Mitte” to reach the central campus area.

By Bus & Train

Travel by train to Bochum Central Station. From there, take the underground line U35 towards “Hustadt / Universität” and exit at the stop ‘Ruhr-Universität’. The U35 runs every 5 minutes on weekdays and takes about 9–10 minutes to the university. After exiting the station, cross the pedestrian bridge to reach the campus.

By Plane

The nearest major airport is Düsseldorf Airport (DUS). From the terminal, take the SkyTrain (about 5 minutes) to the airport railway station, then board a regional train (RE) to Bochum Central Station (approximately 30 minutes). From there, take the U35 underground line to “Ruhr-Universität” as described above.

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Calendar

Graphic announcement of the lecture series ‘Science in Focus 2026 – Lecture series with alumni of the Studienbrücke programme’. The image shows stylised symbols from the STEM subjects (e.g. microscope, test tubes, gears, circuit). Dates in the first half of 2026 are listed: 13 February at 4 p.m., 13 March at 4 p.m., 17 April at 5 p.m., 15 May at 5 p.m. and 12 June at 5 p.m. The logos of the Goethe-Institut, Studienbrücke and Universitätsallianz Ruhr are shown below.

03-13 | 04:00 pm

Wissenschaft im Fokus: „Wie heiß ist der Chip? Thermische Grenzen moderner Leistungselektronik"

MINT 1: 13.07.2026-19.07.2026; MINT 2: 20.07.2026-26.07.2026

STEM Academy

Location & approach

By Car

The campus of Ruhr University Bochum is located near the motorway junction Bochum/Witten, where the A43 connects with the A44. Take the exit Bochum-Querenburg / Universität (exit 19) and follow the signs to “Ruhr-Universität.” Continue on Universitätsstraße and take the turnoff “Uni Mitte” to reach the central campus area.

By Bus & Train

Travel by train to Bochum Central Station. From there, take the underground line U35 towards “Hustadt / Universität” and exit at the stop ‘Ruhr-Universität’. The U35 runs every 5 minutes on weekdays and takes about 9–10 minutes to the university. After exiting the station, cross the pedestrian bridge to reach the campus.

By Plane

The nearest major airport is Düsseldorf Airport (DUS). From the terminal, take the SkyTrain (about 5 minutes) to the airport railway station, then board a regional train (RE) to Bochum Central Station (approximately 30 minutes). From there, take the U35 underground line to “Ruhr-Universität” as described above.

Current calls for tenders of the UA Ruhr

On this page you will find current job advertisements and vacancies at the UA Ruhr. As one of the largest university alliances in Germany, the UA Ruhr has a strong international network and numerous collaborations. The wide range of vacancies offer ideal opportunities for professional development and targeted networking.

Research assistant as Chapter Scientist

Chair of Environmental/Resource Economics and Sustainability

Application deadline: 16.03.2026

Further information

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Open Topic Professorship (W2)

Department of Mechanical Engineering

Applicaiton deadline: 25.03.2026

Ausschreibung_W2_opentopic_lang_en.pdf PDF (1 MB)

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Professorship (W2) Near-Field Spectroscopy

Application deadline: 25.03.2026

Professorship_W2_Near-Field_Spectroscopy.PDF PDF (1 MB)

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Master's degree program Economics and Journalism

Application period for winter semester 2026/2027: January to May 15, 2026

Further Information

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