M.Sc. Subsurface Engineering
Ruhr University Bochum (RUB) Bochum
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- 4 semestersDuration
- 15 MayNext deadline
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About the programme
Ruhr University Bochum (RUB) is a renowned research university located in the city of Bochum, Germany. The university offers a wide range of courses, including the highly specialized field of Subsurface Engineering. This course focuses on the exploration and utilization of resources beneath the Earth's surface, such as oil, gas, and minerals. Students in this program learn about geological processes, drilling techniques, and reservoir engineering, preparing them for careers in the energy and natural resources industries. With state-of-the-art facilities and expert faculty, RUB provides an excellent environment for students to gain the knowledge and skills needed for success in Subsurface Engineering.
Specialization
It provides the opportunity to specialise in the following fields Geotechnics and Tunneling Subsurface Characterization and Utilization
Fields of study
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Requirements
What you need to apply for Subsurface Engineering at Ruhr University Bochum (RUB)
English language
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B2
German language
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All courses are taught in English. Hence, German language skills are not required to be admitted to the programme. However, some pre-knowledge of the German language will be very helpful in everyday life and it will considerably help you to socialise with other RUB students. We thus strongly recommend you take German classes before coming to Germany. Besides, Ruhr-Universität Bochum offers free German language courses for all levels each semester and those credits can be considered as optional courses.
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Prerequisites
Those who wish to enrol in this degree programme,
has:
sound fundamental knowledge in the areas of natural sciences (mathematics, physics, chemistry), mechanics / fluid mechanics and computer science / programming
Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to Subsurface Engineering
Programme-specific documents
Proof of the passed language test (German)
You can find the accepted proof of language proficiency here.
Certified copy of degree certificate (original language and a German or English translation)
List of subjects and grades
Copy of the passport
Possible proof of other language skills (English)
APS certificate
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Essay (only for certain degree programmes)
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Address
RUHR-UNIVERSITÄT BOCHUM
Universitätsstraße 150
44801 Bochum
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Costs
Tuition
FREE
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Semester contribution
360 EUR
per semester
Application fee
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per application
Estimated year-1 total cost
12,624 EUR
Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs.
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Acceptance rate
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0 accepted out of 8 total applications
Grade benchmarksGerman scale (1.0 = best, 4.0 = passing)
2.35
Avg. rejected grade
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Based on 8 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.
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