Joint Teaching Programs
Step into a world of innovative learning at the Ruhr Innovation Lab! Here, students learn to think and work independently and critically by diving into hands-on experiments, developing theories, and testing them early on—all within a dynamic academic community alongside our esteemed scientists. Our students enjoy access to far more than just the services of their home university. Ruhr University Bochum and TU Dortmund University have joined forces, integrating many of their services to create a seamless, cross-campus experience. This dynamic partnership enables students to tap into the expertise and facilities at both locations, fostering an unparalleled learning environment, empowering our students to explore grow, and excel.
Our Programs
RuhrCampus³: Educational Space Full of Opportunities
The concept of the RuhrCampus³ educational space offers innumerable options for students in the Ruhr area: Students from Ruhr University Bochum, TU Dortmund University and the University of Duisburg-Essen can attend courses at all locations without paying additional fees. A joint course catalog and simplified recognition regulations promote specialization and exchange. The learning places in the libraries and in the city center of Dortmund are accessible to the members of every partner university.
Critical Mass for Studies of Small Disciplines
Ruhr University Bochum and TU Dortmund University have joined forces to build critical mass in small disciplines. Examples of these programs are the specialization in “Theoretical Philosophy”, the master's program in “Empirical Research on Multilingualism” and UA Ruhr’s master program in “Econometrics”. TU Dortmund University’s bachelor’s degree program of “Science Journalism” also offers a track in medical journalism and life sciences in cooperation with Ruhr University Bochum.
English-Taught Degree Programs: Preparing for a Global Future
The Ruhr Innovation Lab offers a diverse range of 45 English-taught Master’s degree programs across all disciplines. Ruhr University Bochum and TU Dortmund University have expanded their offerings to create attractive educational opportunities for both international and German students, preparing them for scientific careers and job prospects in a global environment. By delivering high-quality education in English, the Ruhr Innovation Lab cultivates an intercultural learning atmosphere that equips students with the skills needed to thrive in an interconnected world.
Promoting an Ethical Use of AI in Teaching
The KI:edu.nrw project, led by Ruhr University Bochum, supports teachers and students in the reflective use of artificial intelligence. This knowledge can help, for example, to integrate artificial intelligence meaningfully and responsibly into studying and teaching in hybrid learning environments. TU Dortmund University offers such modern learning environments in the Hybrid Learning Center HyLeC, where students find an experimental space for online and offline learning scenarios. KI:edu.nrw and HyLeC combine teaching with research infrastructure and contribute to a state-wide ethical use of AI.
Empowering Future Educators: Committed to Teacher Training
TU Dortmund University and Ruhr University Bochum have integrated their teacher training programs taking responsibility for the education of future generations. Students benefit from the flexible options offered by the Splits Program (“Spagatstudium”): They can study at both universities at the same time, opening up nine additional subject combinations. The teacher training centers DoKoLL and PES collaborate on numerous projects to further develop their programs and provide future teachers with the skills needed for diverse classrooms.
Building Skills for the Energy Transition
As “International Academy for German Engineering and Science” (IAGES), TU Dortmund University, Ruhr University Bochum, the University of Duisburg-Essen and Düsseldorf University of Applied Sciences will offer four joint English-language master’s programs on the energy transition. The three-semester courses impart skills that are necessary for a sustainable future, including management of green energy systems, sustainable building design and low-emission solutions for logistics. IAGES is partner of the EUREF Campus Düsseldorf
Offers for International Students: Support and Advice
Whether it’s for just one semester or the entire degree program: International students receive comprehensive advisory services to help them start their study abroad experience. Thanks to buddy programs, language courses, and leisure activities for international students, everyone can make friends at their host university and feels welcome. And this even extends beyond the study period: With programs such as mycareer@RUB and tandem2job, international students can prepare for their entry into the German job market. In addition, the Ruhr Innovation Lab offers counseling and study-related services specifically for refugee students.
Innovation in University Teaching: Breaking New Grounds
Technological and social changes mean that university teaching must constantly evolve. To implement innovative concepts, the Ruhr Innovation Lab actively participates in funding programs such as the Foundation for Innovation in University Teaching (“Stiftung für Innovation in der Hochschullehre”).TU Dortmund University was the most successful applicant in the “Freiraum 2023” and “Freiraum 2025” calls for proposals, despite thousands of applications. The program, for instance, supports teaching projects that break new digital ground, promote student collaboration, or link specialist knowledge with other disciplines.