Are you planning to continue your studies in French-speaking Belgium? This article gives you all the keys to getting started: the most reputable universities, the universities that rely on practice, the criteria you need to know to make the right choice.
Quality of education:
French-speaking Belgium is home to internationally ranked institutions such as UCLouvain, ULB or Haute École Francisco Ferrer. The programs combine academic rigor, integrated internships, and research opportunities, often in partnership with international companies.
Attractive cost of living:
Your monthly budget is lower there than in Paris or Brussels center: count on average €400 in rent on the outskirts, €50 for a transport pass and cafeteria meals at less than €5.
A multicultural environment:
With more than 20% of international students, you are forging friendships from Africa, Asia and America. Associations, festivals and linguistic events punctuate life on French-speaking campuses.
Thanks to this cocktail of academic quality, affordable prices and conviviality, French-speaking Belgium is the ideal stopover for your studies in Europe.
Here is the ranking of the five most recognized institutions:
Catholic University of Louvain (UCL): renowned for its cutting-edge research in science and its international collaboration with more than 200 partner universities.
Each of these universities offers a stimulating environment, modern infrastructures, and an active alumni network. Whatever your project — research, engineering or human sciences — you will find the training that suits you in the heart of the Belgian Francophonie.
Belgian universities focus on rapid integration and business projects.
• Haute École Lucia de Brouckère (Brussels): nursing and social worker training with mandatory internships in hospitals and community centers.
• ICHEC Brussels Management School : bachelor's degrees in international business and digital marketing focused on real missions with local and international partners.
• Saint-Luc Liege : options in visual arts, graphics and scenography, with professional workshops and regular collaborations with cultural festivals.
• Heph-Condorcet (Liège): training in teaching, educational and childcare professions, with teaching practices from the first year.
Universities favour concrete projects, promoting your employability as soon as you graduate. Ready to choose the field that will take you straight to the professional world?
Here are some important criteria to consider:
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