Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB)

About

The Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) is a Dutch-speaking research university located in Brussels, Belgium. It is the Dutch-language counterpart to the French-speaking Universite libre de Bruxelles, and it teaches across a broad range of disciplines including sciences, engineering, medicine, humanities and social sciences. Its main language of instruction is Dutch, and it emphasises a tradition of free enquiry and independent thought. Its campuses are located within the Brussels city area.

Why international students choose it

• An international student may value VUB for its setting in Brussels, an EU capital with a strong international and multilingual character
• The base language of instruction is Dutch, but VUB offers a substantial and growing number of English-taught programmes, particularly at Master's level, so applicants should confirm the language of each specific programme
• Being in Brussels can offer proximity to European institutions and a broad international student community
• VUB also provides support services aimed at helping international students settle into study and life in the city