Detailed introduction of Vasile Goldis Western University of Arad:

Introduction and Overview

School name: Vasile Goldis Western University of Arad, referred to as UVVG, is a private university located in Arad, western Romania.

Student size: 4,500 students in the 2020-2021 academic year, including international students.

History and establishment time

The school was founded in 1990 and initially had only two faculties: Law and Marketing, Management and Computer Science.

School Strength

Faculty: It has 406 faculty members.

Course Setting: It offers 43 undergraduate majors and 26 master's majors, covering law, economics, information technology, engineering, medicine, pharmacy, humanities, sports and other fields.

Institutional Nature

Private university, a non-profit higher education institution in Romania.

Educational philosophy

With the support of the Senate, by improving the quality of academic activities in multidisciplinary, innovative and multicultural dimensions, ensuring the combination of scientific research and higher education, we are committed to cultivating professionals with innovative spirit and practical ability to adapt to the needs of society and the market.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key disciplines: The law major has a long history. It is the first private law school in Romania. Its legal research and teaching level is high and it also has a certain influence internationally. Medicine and dentistry are also prominent. Among them, the curriculum setting and teaching quality of the medical major are recognized. The degree awarded after graduation from its 6-year medical course is generally recognized internationally. In addition, disciplines such as economics and information technology are also developing and have achieved certain results.

Key laboratories and research centers: It has the Institute of Life Sciences, Plus Ego Psychological Education Consulting Center, Center for Social Research and Public Investigation, Jewish Research Center, Tudor Algeci Literary Research Center, "Ioan Slavic" Literary History and Theory Research Center, Romania-Brazil Center and Italian Cultural Center, etc.

Faculty

The university has 6 faculties, namely the Faculty of Law, the Faculty of Economics and Information Technology Engineering, the Faculty of Medicine, the Faculty of Pharmacy, the Faculty of Dentistry, and the Faculty of Humanities and Sports.

Ranking

In the QS Emerging Europe and Central Asia region rankings, it is ranked 301-350 (2022).

Expenses

The tuition fee for medical majors is about 5,000 euros per year, and the tuition fees for other majors are relatively low. The specific fees vary depending on the major. In addition, the monthly living expenses of about 601 euros need to be considered.

Campus Environment

Campus Facilities: The main campus is located at 94 Revolution Avenue in Arad. It has modern teaching facilities and scientific research equipment, including laboratories, libraries, computer centers, etc., which provide students with good learning and research conditions. In addition, the school also has affiliated facilities such as botanical gardens.

Surrounding environment: Arad is an important city in western Romania, with rich historical and cultural heritage and modern urban facilities, such as Neumann Palace, St. Peter and St. Paul Serbian Orthodox Church and other buildings. At the same time, the city is also a transportation hub with a prosperous economy, a convenient transportation network and rich commercial activities, providing students with convenient living and internship opportunities.