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MSc Subsurface Engineering

ruhr-university-bochum · Bochum, Germany · Master's (postgraduate)

Researched 28 Oct 2026

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Level

Master's

Duration

2 years (4 semesters)

Tuition / year

€760 (≈ ₹80,560)

Intakes

October (winter)

Course overview

MSc Subsurface Engineering is a postgraduate (master's) course in engineering at ruhr-university-bochum in Bochum, Germany. It takes 2 years (4 semesters), with intakes in October (winter).

ruhr-university-bochum is a public institution, ranked =402 in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2027. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.

Key highlights

Key highlights
Universityruhr-university-bochum (Public)
LocationBochum, Germany
CourseMSc Subsurface Engineering
LevelMaster's (postgraduate)
Subject areaEngineering
Duration2 years (4 semesters)
Tuition per year€760 (≈ ₹80,560)
IntakesOctober (winter)
English requirementTaught in English (see the faculty for proof)

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Fees and costs

Tuition for international students is €760 a year, about ₹80,560. Over 2 years that is roughly €1,520 (≈ ₹1.6 lakh) before any yearly increase.

No tuition fee; this is 2 × the winter 2026/27 social contribution of €380 (includes the €226.80 Deutschland-Semesterticket).

Living costs near the university

Living costs
CostIn EURApprox. in rupees
RentUniversity estimate€350–700per month≈ ₹37,100 – ₹74,200
FoodUniversity estimate€200–350per month≈ ₹21,200 – ₹37,100
Health insuranceApproximate, university estimate€115per month≈ ₹12,190
Phone, internet and broadcast licence feeApproximate€35per month≈ ₹3,710
Social contributionWinter 2026/27€380per semester≈ ₹40,280

Living costs for Germany as a whole: €12,000–18,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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Eligibility

General entry requirements at ruhr-university-bochum for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.

  • A bachelor's degree in a related subject. Many English-taught master's are not restricted but need an application to the faculty.
  • Apply online through the RUB application portal: early June–15 July for October, early December–15 January for April.
  • Indian students also need an APS certificate for the German student visa.

English requirements

For this course: Taught in English (see the faculty for proof).

English tests accepted
TestWhat the university asks for
English-taught master'sEach faculty sets the proof it accepts; check the programme page before you apply
TOEFLNamed by Stem Cell Biology as proof of English
Mixed-language programmesApplied Computer Science and IT Security are taught in German and English
GermanNeeded for almost all bachelor's and for many master's

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Intakes

This course starts in: October (winter).

Upcoming intakes and deadlines in Germany

How to apply

  1. Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
  2. Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
  3. Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
  4. Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
  5. Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
  6. Apply for your student visa for Germany, then arrange accommodation.

Documents you'll need

  • Valid passport
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and transcripts
  • Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
  • Proof of English (and German, where the programme asks for it)
  • CV and motivation letter, if the faculty asks for them
  • APS certificate

Scholarships

  • Deutschlandstipendium at RUB

    Enrolled students

    Value: €300 a month for up to 12 months

    Outstanding, socially committed students, including international students. Applications are usually due in May or June.

    Official page
  • International Office scholarships

    Enrolled international students

    Value: Set in each call

    Usually for strong academic results and voluntary commitment.

    Official page
  • DAAD scholarships

    Mainly master's and above

    Value: Depends on the programme

    RUB advises applying about a year in advance.

    Official page
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About ruhr-university-bochum

Ruhr University Bochum (RUB) is one of Germany's largest universities. Unusually, almost all its faculties sit together on one campus, so engineering, natural sciences, medicine, humanities and social sciences work side by side.

RUB offers several IT Security master's, as well as strong programmes in for engineering, materials science, physics and the life sciences. A growing number of master's are taught in English, including Computational Engineering, Lasers and Photonics, Materials Science and Simulation, Subsurface Engineering and Molecular Sciences.

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FAQs

What is the fee for MSc Subsurface Engineering at ruhr-university-bochum?

The tuition for international students is €760 a year (about ₹80,560). No tuition fee; this is 2 × the winter 2026/27 social contribution of €380 (includes the €226.80 Deutschland-Semesterticket). Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.

How long is MSc Subsurface Engineering?

The course takes 2 years (4 semesters).

What English score do I need?

Taught in English (see the faculty for proof). Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.

When can I start?

Intakes: October (winter). Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.

Can Admission Mantra help me apply?

Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.

We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.

  1. ruhr-university-bochum: MSc Subsurface Engineering (opens in a new tab)
  2. Ruhr University Bochum: homepage (student numbers, spin-offs) (opens in a new tab)
  3. RUB: programme finder (master's) (opens in a new tab)
  4. RUB: MSc Computational Engineering (opens in a new tab)
  5. RUB: re-registration and social contribution (opens in a new tab)

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