Vrije Universiteit Brussel International Scholarships
Scholarship programmes offered at Vrije Universiteit Brussel covering multiple levels of study from Bachelor to Academic staff across various regional and academic tracks.
Quick Facts
Status
Funding
Full / PartialDeadline
Varies - confirm on official site
Country
BelgiumAbout the Vrije Universiteit Brussel International Scholarships
The Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) participates in several scholarship programmes which offer grants at different levels of study, from Bachelor to Academic staff, and in various regions, for long and short stays.
Available scholarship programmes include Master Mind, Erasmus+ KA1, PRONABEC, China Scholarship Council, ICP Master, VUB Scholarships for Master of Science in Photonics Engineering, REI, Tropimundo Scholarship, Jean Monnet Scholarship Programme, Lonnoy and Lorand Scholarships, and the Multilingual Master in Linguistics and Literary Studies Scholarship.
Prospective students must complete an online application process through the VUB system, submitting all required academic and language documents according to specific admission requirements and deadlines.
After successful enrolment, students activate their VUB accounts, register courses online, and participate in orientation days held on campus.
Eligible Levels
Eligible Fields
Why Choose This Scholarship?
Study at a top ranking university in Brussels, Belgium
Access to multiple scholarship options including Master Mind and China Scholarship Council
Comprehensive orientation days and student support services
Engaged urban university environment with modern campus facilities
What the Scholarship Covers
Eligibility Requirements
4 requirements
Documents Checklist
3 documents required
How to Apply - Step by Step
Choose a study programme and check admission requirements and deadlines
Start the online application via the VUB platform using a Belgian or foreign diploma
Submit all required documents for academic and language evaluation
Sign the online study contract upon acceptance
Activate the VUB account and register courses online starting mid August
Participate in the orientation days during the week of 14 September
Application Timeline
Varies by programme
Application
Submit online application and required documents
Mid August
Course Registration
Register your courses online after activating your VUB account
Week of 14 September
Orientation Days
Attend info sessions, campus tours, and welcome events
Insider Tips & Pro Tips
Apply well ahead of the deadline to allow enough time to prepare for the academic year
Check specific requirements for each individual scholarship programme such as ICP Master or Photonics Engineering
Take informal prior knowledge tests in maths and science if entering demanding academic programmes
Activate your VUB account within the hour after signing the online study contract
Register your courses online as soon as registration opens in mid August
Important Links & Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions
3 questions - click any to expand
VUB participates in several programmes including Master Mind, Erasmus+ KA1, PRONABEC, China Scholarship Council, ICP Master, VUB Scholarships for Master of Science in Photonics Engineering, and Tropimundo.
You must apply online through the VUB application platform, meet the academic and language requirements, and submit all necessary documentation according to the specific programme deadlines.
You will receive instructions via email to activate your VUB account, receive your student card, register your courses online starting mid August, and attend the orientation days in September.
Check the Official Website
This scholarship typically opens around Varies - confirm on official site. Confirm the current cycle and deadline on the official portal.
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