Introduction

The Free University of Brussels (Vrije Universiteit Brussel, referred to as VUB) is located in Brussels, the capital of Belgium. It is a public research university with a history of nearly 200 years. It enjoys an international reputation for its high-quality education and scientific research.

Overview

Number of students: more than 11,000 students, of which 2,400 are international students.

Majors: A wide range of bachelor's, master's and doctoral programs are offered, covering many disciplines such as social sciences, medicine, engineering, natural sciences, law, linguistics, etc.

History and establishment time

The Free University of Brussels was established in 1834. Its predecessor was part of the Catholic University of Leuven in Belgium. Later, due to differences in language and educational philosophy, it officially became independent as the Free University of Brussels in 1969.

School strength

Faculty: The school has a high-quality faculty, including many internationally renowned scholars and experts. Teachers have rich experience in teaching and scientific research, and can provide students with high-quality education and guidance.

Teaching achievements: Focus on cultivating students' innovative and practical abilities, and through a teaching model that combines theory with practice, enable students to quickly adapt to the needs of society and the workplace after graduation. The school's graduates have been widely praised by employers in Belgium and around the world.

International cooperation: As an international university, the Free University of Bruxelles actively carries out international cooperation and exchange projects, and has established extensive cooperative relations with universities and research institutions around the world. The school has also participated in a number of international research projects and academic exchange activities, continuously enhancing the school's international influence.

Institutional nature

Public university.

Educational philosophy

The school adheres to the principles of the Enlightenment, namely critical thinking, free inquiry and humanism, and is committed to providing solutions to various challenges facing society through high-quality research, customized education and strong social driving force, cultivating students to become professionals with social responsibility and innovative spirit, so that students can become experts in their fields and contribute to society.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key disciplines: Medicine and Pharmacy, Social Sciences and Solvay Business School, Engineering, Psychology and Educational Sciences, Law and Criminology, Science and Bioengineering Sciences and other disciplines are in the world's leading position and enjoy a high reputation internationally.

Key laboratories: The school has a number of research centers and laboratories, such as the Neuroscience Research Center, the Biotechnology Research Center, the Environmental Science Research Center, etc. These research centers and laboratories are equipped with advanced scientific research equipment and technology, providing strong support for teachers and students to carry out cutting-edge scientific research.

Department

The school has 9 There are 3 colleges, including Social Sciences and Solvay Business School, School of Medicine and Pharmacy, European Institute, School of Engineering, School of Sports and Physiotherapy, School of Languages ​​and Humanities, School of Psychology and Educational Sciences, School of Law and Criminology, School of Science and Bioengineering Sciences, etc., covering a wide range of subject areas.

Ranking

Ranked 251st in the 2024 QS World University Rankings.

Expenses

Tuition fees: The tuition fees for undergraduate courses are about 900-1200 euros/year, the tuition fees for master's programs are about 1200-1500 euros/year, and the tuition fees for doctoral programs vary depending on the major and project.

Living expenses: including accommodation, food, transportation, etc., about 800-1200 per month Around EUR.

Campus

Campus location: The university and the university hospital are located in two green campuses in the Brussels capital area, with beautiful campus environment and convenient transportation.

Teaching facilities: The campus is equipped with modern teaching facilities and scientific research equipment, such as libraries, laboratories, computer rooms, etc., which provide good conditions for students' study and research.

Campus life: The school organizes various colorful cultural activities, sports activities, club activities, such as concerts, art exhibitions, sports competitions, etc., to enrich students' extracurricular life and promote exchanges and cooperation among students.