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SummaryThe Université catholique de Louvain was established on December 9, 1425, by a papal bull issued by Pope Martin V. The University split along language lines as a result of political turmoil in the late 1960's. A law recognizing separate Flemish-speaking and French-speaking universities was passed in 1970. The former remained in Louvain while the latter moved to a new location on the outskirts of Ottignies. This new campus became the town of Louvain-la-Neuve. Between 1972 and 1979, nine faculties (schools) gradually moved to Louvain-la-Neuve. The Faculty of Medicine chose to move to Brussels (Woluwe-Saint-Lambert), in an area now known as « Louvain-en-Woluwe ». |
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Statistics Total student population: 20,400 Int'l student population: 3,900 |
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Language of instruction With a few exceptions, instruction is in French at UCL. Although no language test will be given, a good knowledge of French is required. |
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Semesters/Dates Fall semester 2000: Sept.18 - Jan.19 Spring semester 2001: Jan.29 - July 1 |
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Tuition and fees There is an admission fee, the amount of which depends on various factors. The regular fee amounts to BEF 27,450 for one academic year. |
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Housing There are three types of accommodation available: flats provided by the Service des logements, flats provided by private agencies and accommodation with a private landlord/lady. |
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Visa Requirements The following regulations apply to all students with the exception of citizens from EU and EFTA member states: All students coming to Belgium for the purpose of study or research are required to have a valid visa or a residency permit. Students should not enter Belgium as tourists or with a tourist visa. Please contact the nearest Belgian diplomatic mission for details. |
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