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About VUB
Free University of Brussels (VUB) — public non-profit university. It is located in Brussels, Belgium. The higher education institution was founded not so long ago — in 1970. As a member of European University Association (EUA), Network of Universities from the Capitals of Europe (UNICA), Brussels University Alliance (BUA), VUB is actively working on developing the academic environment.
QS World University Rankings collects data on the best institutions in the world, according to which VUB is on top-260. The university is highly rated by the independent university ranking THE. It is in the top-200.
At VUB, you can get a master degree in different fields of study.
- Location
- Brussels, Belgium
- Establishment year
- 1970
- Students
- 13,301
- International students
- 3,066
- Female students
- 56%
- Acceptance rate
- 20%
Place in ratings
By subject
Subject | Place in QS 2023 |
---|---|
Life Sciences & Medicine | 288 |
Natural Sciences | 333 |
Social Sciences & Management | 358 |
Engineering & Technology | 399 |
Arts & Humanities | 401-450 |
VUB tuition fees
The academic calendar at VUB is divided into two semesters, as in many other universities in Belgium. For convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. For local citizens, tuition fees at VUB start from 1,189 USD. International students pay a minimum of 1,579 USD per year. The educational institution helps with tuition fees through financial support programs. They are available to local and international students. Check the university website for up-to-date information on prices and scholarships.
Accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses are all things to consider before applying to university.
- Academic calendar
- Semesters
- Financial Aid
- Yes
- Bachelor
- Local2,723USD/year
- Foreign1,579USD/year
- Master
- Local1,189USD/year
- Foreign1,579USD/year
Study programs at VUB
Computer Science & IT
Applied Informatics
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Master's degree at VUB
In order to enroll at VUB for a master's program, you will have to confirm knowledge of the English language. You can do this by passing the exam — IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum TOEFL score for admission is 79. IELTS — 6.5 or higher.
- IELTS
- 6.5
- TOEFL iBT
- 79
VUB campus
The city campus of VUB provides students with countless opportunities for work and recreation — from sitting in a coffee shop with a laptop to internships at large companies. Brussels has a well developed entertainment infrastructure, but the rhythm of the big city can be distracting for some students. The educational institution has its own library. Here, students do their homework or just have a good time reading an interesting book. VUB regularly invites foreign students to participate in exchange programs. For locals, this is a unique opportunity to get in touch with the cultures of other countries, meet representatives of different nationalities and make friends around the world.
- Campus Type
- Urban
- Library
- Yes
What to do after graduation
After graduation, students are allowed to stay in Belgium for a year. During this time, graduates can find a job and change their student visa to a work one. VUB graduates find jobs quickly, partly because the university has a good reputation among employers according to the QS World University Rankings. Look for more immigration options in our article.
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