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Katholieke Universiteit Leuven (KUL)
K.U. Leuven, Oude Markt 13, 3000 Leuven, Belgium
4.03 / 5 based on 474 reviews.
Description:
The Katholieke Universiteit Leuven can look back upon six centuries of history. On 9th December 1425 Pope Martin V conferred upon it the bull of foundation, thereby making it the oldest university in the Low Countries and the oldest Catholic university in the world.
86% of students recommend
474 reviews
Katholieke Universiteit Leuven review by Isabel
HOUSING
Personal assessment
Type of housing: A room exchange
Arranged by: Independently - I had no other choice
If returning, I would choose: A room exchange
Why? I enjoyed very much my staying at the "kot" (which is how they call in Belgium to the students' houses). I had my own space and, at the same time, I could closely contact with people from other nationalities that were living in the same house.
Personal comments:
The International Housing Service belongs to the university and was very usefull in my searching. I had to arrange housing by myself, but that service gave me all the contacts I needed, advices about the contents of the contracts and temporary accomodation while I was looking for definitve housing. It is very efficient and well organized. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
STUDENT LIFE
Personal social experience
Describe host city: Student life dominates the city
Activities, Nightlife, Travel: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment Personal comments:
The best places to go out at night are in the Oud Markt or go to Vila Ernesto (a cuban bar). My favourite cafe is Dwerf, to drink something warm and talk with friends. Do not miss the weekly market every saturday and the Christmas market, in December. Be informed about the events at STUK! This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
ACADEMIC
3.5 / 5
My academic experiences
Course recommendations:
My opinion of the university assessment
Personal comments:
Do not miss the opportunity of working with students from other countries! This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
Language difficulties
Language of instruction: English
Local language was: Different than language of instruction.
Was learning English a key decision factor?
Yes, I wanted to improve my English Was learning the local language a key decision factor?
Yes, I wanted to improve my knowledge How much did you improve your English?
My level before: At ease in most situations My level after: No problems in any areas (including slang) How much did you improve your local language?
My level before: Did not speak it My level after: Basic phrases Personal comments:
Although I was already used to study in English books and to take classes in English in my home university, this experience largely contributed to improve my English, because everyboby could speak English there and it was the language I used to communicate in my day-to-day life. The fact that I was living with only Belgium students also helped. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
EXPENSES
The accessibility of student needs
Main source of funding:
Family Other sources of funding:
Personal savings An ERASMUS grant Work opportunities:
I didn't explore any work options Personal spending habits:
I spent more in traveling because I took advantage of the fact of being in center of Europe to travel in that region and to visit my Portuguese friends who were in Erasmus in the surrounding countries. I spent more in housing because in my home country I living in my own home. Travel, Housing: was more expensive than at home. Food, Nightlife, Overall, Telephone: was the same price as at home.
Personal comments:
Before leaving your home country, be sure you have access to your bank accounts through the direct channels (internet and phone). This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
OVERALL
Important to choosing this university...
I wish I had known...
No, the university provided all the information I needed before leaving. The rest you only need to know when you arrive there. Don't plan too much... In my opinion:
Everybody loved it, you will too!
During my experience abroad, I ...
Personal recommendation:
It is an excellent university, which provides very good conditions for students. I recomment it to everyone! FINAL COMMENTS
Rent a second-hand bycicle in Leuven. To travel in Belgium by train, buy the go-pass. To go abroad, travel in eurolines (bus) or in ryanair. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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