Vrije Universiteit Brussel - VUB
speciality: English Language & Literature

The school has a very standard curriculum that encompasses all that is needed in every course of study. The curriculum is made in such a way that lecturers can develop lectures that will make every student understand the concept in context.

My time at VUB was marred by a distressing encounter with racism and discrimination. Despite reporting the incident, the university failed to maintain anonymity, leading to retaliation from the professor in question. Promised measures to prevent further bias were not upheld, as the professor was allowed to serve as a jury member for my thesis, resulting in a biased judgment and subsequent failure. Even my supervisor sided against me, compounding the injustice. This ordeal not only cost me time but also additional tuition fees for redoing my thesis. I urge non-European students to reconsider studying at VUB due to its failure to address discrimination effectively.

In general, I enjoyed the diversity and options provided to the students regarding the courses. The course coordinators have planned the modules in such a way that compulsory courses are complemented by the optional courses and eventually bring out the best in the students.

The worst university for international students. You will be humiliated and insulted. Here is nothing but so racist. You will not be able to even report it. These are all based on my own experience. When my professor behaved with discrimination, I reported it to the dean. Due to the proofs and evidence, they promised that I will never face her anymore. But guess what? She was chosen as the jury of my thesis and not surprisingly, failed me!

Studying in Brussels is truly something very special. The diversity and kindness of the people around you, have a huge impact on the person that you are becoming.
I’m from West-Flanders but decided to study here because I wanted something new and exciting. And that is what Brussels did to me. It brought me excitement and the feeling of being somewhere else.