ULB, Université Libre de Bruxelles

The Ecole polytechnique de Bruxelles trains engineers capable to be active citizens. More than a diploma, it gives students the opportunity to flourish in the realization of concrete projects that respond to current and future problems. The Ecole polytechnique de Bruxelles is apart of the ULB (Université Libre de Bruxelles), which was created in 1834)
The Université libre de Bruxelles has 12 faculties that cover all the disciplines, closely combining academic input and research. It offers almost 40 undergraduate programmes and 250 graduate programmes (among them 23 Masters fully taught in English) . It also partners 20 Doctoral schools, with almost 1,600 PhD in progress.
One of the University's main aims is to give its students a solid foundation in critical thinking as well as a taste for research, while at the same time catering to the needs of new publics.

 

Brussels, BELGIUM

The city of Brussels is the capital of Belgium and of Europe. Less than two hours away by train from London, Paris or Amsterdam, you'll find yourself in the best area to travel and discover our beautiful Europe. Brussel is known to be the heart of the European Union, you'll then be surrounded by different cultures. 23 000 cultural events are taking place each year in Brussel, you'll never be bored in this cosmopolitan city. 

BrusselsBelgium

Some numbers

Population: Approximately 1.2 million inhabitants
Official Languages: Brussels is officially bilingual, with both French and Dutch recognized as official languages.
Number of Museums: Brussels is home to numerous museums, including the Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium, Magritte Museum, and the Museum of Natural Sciences, among others.
Number of Restaurants: Brussels is known for its culinary delights, offering a vast array of restaurants serving Belgian cuisine, international dishes, and a thriving street food scene.

 

Activities

Explore the Grand Place (Grote Markt), a UNESCO World Heritage site and the heart of Brussels, surrounded by stunning guildhalls and the City Hall.
Visit the Atomium, a unique structure representing an iron crystal magnified 165 billion times, offering panoramic views of the city.
Indulge in Belgian chocolate by visiting renowned chocolate shops and tasting delicious pralines and truffles.
Discover the Manneken Pis, a small bronze statue of a peeing boy that has become one of the iconic symbols of Brussels.
Explore the Royal Palace of Brussels and stroll through the beautiful Brussels Park surrounding it.
Visit the Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium, home to an extensive collection of artwork, including pieces by Flemish masters like Rubens and Bruegel.
Take a tour of the European Parliament and learn about the workings of the European Union.
Sample traditional Belgian cuisine, including moules-frites (mussels and fries), waffles, and local beers, in the many restaurants and cafés around the city.