KU Leuven

KU Leuven (Belgium) is an exchange destination for students of the Faculty of Geosciences.

Student experiences
Webpages
Academic calendar
  • Semester I: mid-September – end of January 
  • Semester II: beginning of February - end of June 
Requirements

Proficiency in English is required for all courses. Be aware that your level of English must be advanced (level B2 for bachelor courses and C1 for master courses). You must be able to understand, speak, read and write both general and academic English fluently.

Areas of study open to exchange students

Earth Sciences

Courses at Master’s level

Yes.

Language of instruction

English and Dutch.

Housing assistance

Yes. For more information, click here.

Estimated living costs per month

About € 750,- for rent and other living costs; probably about € 250,- for study costs, insurances and so on. For more information see the brochure Living in Leuven on this page.

Credits

Normal study load per semester 30 EC.

Number of places available

Two places of 5 months.

Additional information

Not applicable.