KU Leuven
According to international rankings, KU Leuven is among the best 100 universities in the world. Our University is currently ranked 40th in the Times Higher Education World Ranking (2017), and 71st according to the QS World University Rankings (2018). In 2016 and 2017, Reuters named KU Leuven the most innovative university in Europe.
Our University is a comprehensive one; we offer top-level study programmes in every scientific domain. We even have a few one-of-a-kind programmes. You will certainly be able to find a study programme that suits you!
As one of Europe’s leading research universities, KU Leuven offers a range of research-based study programmes. A degree from KU Leuven is highly valued around the world, giving you a competitive edge. The ECTS quality label guarantees that all credits obtained at KU Leuven are fully transferable.
Do you want to make a difference in the world? Our University offers you every opportunity to do so. During your degree, you already get acquainted with both the fundamental and the applied side of your field of study. You will also conduct scientific research yourself while writing your bachelor’s and/or master's thesis.
Our University helps you change things as a PhD student or researcher as well. Our Research and Development Office, founded in 1972, was one of the first in Europe. The people here stimulate the impact of research results on the lives of people all around the world and, thus, ensure that you can help make a difference.
As a leading research university and co-founder of the League of European Research Universities (LERU), KU Leuven accommodates all kinds of research, from fundamental to applied, from individual projects to participation in large-scale, prestigious international research consortia, such as the European Research Council and Horizon 2020.
KU Leuven boasts a strong reputation when it comes to innovation. Our University was named most innovative university in Europe by Reuters in 2016 and 2017. The University is located in an important knowledge region, centrally in Europe, and offers excellent infrastructure for a broad range of research and innovation.
Would you rather make a difference with your own business? KU Leuven supports you in this as well. Lcie (Leuven Community for Innovation driven Entrepeneurship) helps turn your innovative idea into a business.
