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Ruhr-Universität Bochum
Bachelor German Social Sciences

Culture, Individual and Society

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

Ruhr-Universität Bochum Bochum · North Rhine-Westphalia

About the Program

This program explores the relationship between individual and society, intercultural communication and competence, social/cultural/political change, and socio-scientific research methods. It provides perspectives and explanations from sociology, political science, social psychology, and social anthropology. Students gain a differentiated view of societal processes and changes by analyzing macro, meso, and individual levels. The program offers specialization in social and cultural psychology, migration and cultural change, social and cultural anthropology, and urban and regional development. It's unique because students can study and apply sociology, political science, cultural psychology and social anthropology in a joint perspective combined with a second subject.
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This program explores the relationship between individual and society, intercultural communication and competence, social/cultural/political change, and socio-scientific research methods. It provides perspectives and explanations from sociology, political science, social psychology, and social anthropology. Students gain a differentiated view of societal processes and changes by analyzing macro, meso, and individual levels. The program offers specialization in social and cultural psychology, migration and cultural change, social and cultural anthropology, and urban and regional development. It's unique because students can study and apply sociology, political science, cultural psychology and social anthropology in a joint perspective combined with a second subject.

Which Professions Does This Program Open Up?

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Subjects / Topic Areas

Social Anthropology Political Science Sociology Social Psychology

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How do I apply to Culture, Individual and Society 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.

  1. Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
  2. Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
  3. Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
  4. Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
  5. Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Culture, Individual and Society at Ruhr-Universität Bochum

Is Culture, Individual and Society at Ruhr-Universität Bochum taught in German or English? ▼

This Bachelor 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 Culture, Individual and Society 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 Culture, Individual and Society 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 Culture, Individual and Society? ▼

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.

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