University of Luxembourg – Belval Campus
Esch an der Alzette
The University of Luxembourg is the country's only public research university, established in 2003 by merging four existing education and research institutes. Its Belval Campus, located in Esch-sur-Alzette, serves as a vibrant hub for higher education and research. The university is multilingual, offering courses primarily in French and English or French and German, with some programs in Luxembourgish. It hosts three faculties covering science, technology, medicine, law, economics, finance, humanities, education, and social sciences, alongside five interdisciplinary research centers. The Belval Campus is noted for its modern facilities fostering collaboration and innovation, especially in digital transformation, medicine, health, and sustainable development. With small class sizes, it ensures close interaction between students and faculty, supporting a highly international student body with over half from abroad. The campus integrates advanced research with teaching, offering bachelor's, master's, doctoral, and lifelong learning programs. Its interdisciplinary approach and strong international outlook make it a unique institution in Luxembourg's academic landscape.
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Astuce: For prospective students and visitors, the best time to visit is during the academic year when campus life is vibrant. Prospective students should check application deadlines early, especially non-EU applicants who face earlier cutoffs. Booking campus tours or informational sessions in advance is recommended. The university offers various programs in multiple languages, so verifying language requirements is advisable. Discounts or special arrangements may be available for certain groups; consult the official website for details.
Faits intéressants
- •The University of Luxembourg ranks among the top young universities worldwide, placing 20th in the 2024 Times Higher Education Young University Rankings.
- •It has a notably international student body, with 52% of students coming from outside Luxembourg.
- •The university emphasizes interdisciplinary research, hosting centers such as the Luxembourg Centre for Systems Biomedicine and the Interdisciplinary Centre for Security, Reliability and Trust.
- •Since 2006, it has been awarded 15 European Research Council (ERC) grants, highlighting its research excellence.
- •The Belval Campus is part of a larger urban regeneration project transforming a former steel industry site into a modern academic and cultural district.
Histoire
Founded in 2003, the University of Luxembourg was created by merging four separate education and research institutes to form the country's only public university.
Since its establishment, it has expanded to three campuses, including the Belval Campus in Esch-sur-Alzette, which is a central site for research and education.
Over the years, it has developed a strong international profile, emphasizing multilingualism and interdisciplinary studies.
The university has steadily grown in student enrollment and research output, becoming a key institution in Luxembourg's higher education system.
Guide du lieu
Faculty of Science, Technology and Medicine2003
This faculty offers programs and research in cutting-edge scientific fields, including digital transformation and biomedical sciences, supported by state-of-the-art laboratories and interdisciplinary centers.
Faculty of Law, Economics and Finance2003
Focuses on law, economics, and finance education and research, including the Luxembourg Centre for European Law, providing expertise on European legal systems and policies.
Faculty of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences2003
Covers humanities and social sciences disciplines, offering programs in education, social sciences, and digital history, including the Luxembourg Centre for Contemporary and Digital History.
Interdisciplinary Research Centres
The campus hosts five interdisciplinary centers focusing on security, biomedicine, history, law, and socio-environmental systems, fostering collaboration across faculties.
Contact
Téléphone: 46 66 44 1
