Catholic University of Louvain

The Catholic University of Louvain is a French-speaking public university in Belgium. It is Belgium's largest French-speaking university, and one of the oldest and most respected educational institutions in Europe. The UCLouvain fosters rigorous intellectual inquiry and collaborative discoveries, nurtures a rich spiritual heritage and serves the needs of society.

Overview

The university is located in the town of Louvain-la-Neuve, which was purpose-built to house the university. UCLouvain offers a wide range of disciplines and its research has been ranked among some of the best in Europe. The university has a long tradition and commitment to international cooperation and student exchange, with a strong European identity. Its faculty includes many internationally recognized scholars. The university has more than 40,000 students, from over 120 different nationalities, and is also a major contributor to the development of the town of Louvain-La-Neuve. UCLouvain has been a centre of learning for more than eight centuries. It is committed to making significant contributions to a just and sustainable society. Its educational, research and cultural programs uphold the highest academic standards.