Why study at UCLouvain?

A high-quality education

A wide range of courses

The university organises undergraduate, graduate and continuing education courses and offers more than 400 programmes in all fields of knowledge.

Innovative teaching

UCLouvain places innovation at the heart of its teaching in order to enhance the quality of its programmes. To achieve this, lecturers can draw on the Louvain Learning Lab (LLL), an incubator for new teaching approaches linked to new forms of learning and digital technologies.

A lifelong education partner

UCLouvain organises more than 200 continuing education programmes with flexible or adapted schedules for adults engaged in social and professional life.

Education based on effective research

UCLouvain aims to provide an environment conducive to the development of internationally recognised cutting-edge research that can contribute to the dissemination and transfer of knowledge.

International renown conducive to mobility

With partnerships on every continent and nearly 500 exchange and internship destinations, you will have tremendous opportunities to travel during your studies to enrich your academic experience.

Prioritising language learning

UCLouvain emphasises language learning in order to promote your cultural and professional integration. The university offers numerous courses in English or Dutch and has 20 master's programmes taught in these languages.

Interdisciplinary approach

Openness to other disciplines is strongly encouraged during the bachelor's programme through the addition of a minor to the core curriculum.

A study environment conducive to learning

On its campuses, UCLouvain provides a working environment conducive to learning: libraries, access to digital resources, computer-equipped classrooms, learning centres, laboratories and subject-specific classrooms.

Dedicated support for students

Academic and career guidance

A team of advisors helps students find their way, choose their course, adapt or change direction, and develop a career plan in Belgium and/or abroad.

Helping students succeed

Faculty advisors, guided study sessions and tutoring sessions, support from other students...the university offers a wide range of activities designed to help students succeed!

Career and employability support

Throughout the programme, activities are organised to help students better prepare for entry into professional life: job days, internships, methodology workshops, career evenings, etc.

Social and financial assistance

At UCLouvain, a team of social workers is available to advise students on finding assistance to cover study-related expenses.

Support for entrepreneurs, artists and high-level athletes

The university adjusts the curriculum for students with these specific profiles to enable them to combine their passion with their studies.

Support for individuals with disabilities, illnesses or disorders

“PEPS'In” status offers these students the opportunity to benefit from personalised support to promote their independence, inclusion and fulfilment throughout their studies.

Psychological support

The university's Student Support Service includes a team of psychologists who are available to listen – free of charge – through individual consultations and group activities.

Support for those affected by gender-based, sexual and discriminatory violence

UCLouvain has developed prevention measures and has a team specialising in victim support to listen to, assist and inform victims.

A unique environment

A culturally rich university

Concerts, exhibitions, theatre, conversations, festivals, education-related cultural projects, funds to realise your wildest projects...UCLouvain offers a truly cultural experience!

A wide range of sports activities

From football to archery, water polo and fencing, nearly 90 sports disciplines are available through a membership, on a regular or intensive basis, at sports centres managed by UCLouvain or other partners.

A vibrant student life

“Kots à projet”, shared student accommodation dedicated to a project (cultural, social, community, etc.), associations, region-based clubs and student societies, participation in student or political representative bodies – there are many ways to get involved. UCLouvain encourages and supports them.

On-campus dining options

The University Restaurants offer balanced, inexpensive, delicious meals made with local produce, including vegetarian options!

A multicampus university

UCLouvain has seven locations in Brussels and Wallonia, each offering a unique living environment!