Introduction

Hasselt University is a top public research university in Belgium, known for its high-quality education, cutting-edge scientific research, and international atmosphere.

Overview

Number of students and staff: In 2023, the school had more than 7,000 students and 1,700 academic, administrative and technical staff.

Professional settings: There are 18 bachelor's and 34 master's programs, covering multiple subject areas, including medicine, economics, science, engineering, law, architecture, etc.

History and establishment time

Hasselt University was officially founded in 1971 as Central University of Limburg.

Official teaching began in 1973, with initially only 6 undergraduate majors and about 320 students.

In 1991, the Limbaugh Business School was transformed into the school's third school.

On June 15, 2005, it was officially renamed Hasselt University.

School running strength

Faculty: We have a high-quality faculty with rich experience in teaching and scientific research, and can provide students with high-quality education and guidance.

Scientific research results: Remarkable scientific research results have been achieved in many fields, especially in the fields of biomedicine, applied economics, transportation science and other disciplines, which are at the leading level in Belgium and even Europe, and have made important contributions to promoting the development of related fields. .

International cooperation: We have established extensive cooperative relationships with universities and research institutions around the world, and actively carry out international cooperation and exchange projects. For example, we have established the cross-border Limburg University in cooperation with Maastricht University in the Netherlands to jointly provide networks and It offers courses in biomedicine and other fields, and has also joined the Eureca-PRO European University Alliance to continuously enhance the school's international influence.

Nature of institution

Public universities.

educational philosophy

With the motto of "Knowledge in Action", it emphasizes the combination of knowledge and practice, and is committed to cultivating students' innovative and practical abilities, so that students can apply the knowledge they have learned to solve practical problems and better adapt to the needs of society and the workplace. .

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key disciplines: Biomedical sciences, clinical medicine, basic medicine, computer science, information systems, software engineering, ecology and other majors have a certain influence internationally. Among them, clinical medicine ranks 478th in the world, and basic medicine ranks 501st in the world. ranked 651st in the world in computer science, etc.

Key laboratories: such as the Science Tower located on the Diepenbeek campus, which houses chemistry and physics education and research laboratories; and the Concrete and Construction Application Center, which provide advanced experimental conditions for scientific research and teaching in related disciplines.

Faculty

The school has 7 colleges and 3 schools, including the School of Science, School of Applied Economics, School of Medicine, Law School, School of Architecture and Interior Architecture, School of Engineering Technology, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, School of Transportation, etc., covering many subject areas.

Ranking

Ranked 456th in the 2021 QS World University Rankings.

2021 Times Higher Education World University Rankings 351-400.

The 2021 Ranke Academic Ranking of World Universities ranks between 501-600.

In 2024, it will be ranked 301-350 in the 2025 Times Higher Education World University Rankings.

cost

Taking 2022 as an example, the tuition fee for most majors is 979.60 euros/year, and the tuition fee for statistics and data science and biomedical science is 2209 euros/year.

campus

Campus distribution: The school has two campuses, the Hasselt campus located in the center of the city and the Dippenbeck campus surrounded by nature.

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

Campus life: The school organizes a variety of colorful cultural activities, sports activities, club activities, etc. to enrich students' extracurricular life and promote exchanges and cooperation among students. At the same time, students can also fully enjoy the cultural, entertainment and other resources in Hasselt and surrounding areas.