VLIR-UOS awards scholarships to students from developing countries so that they can follow a master or training programme in Flanders, Belgium. For 2011, VLIR-UOS awards 180 scholarships to first-year master students and 70 scholarships to training participants.
Research in Belgium
The portal website research.be (Belgian Portal for Research and Innovation / Portail de la recherche et de l’innovation en Belgique / Belgisch portaal voor onderzoek en innovatie) developed by the Scientific and Technical Information Service provides its visitors with a structured and validated gateway to the main web sites dedicated to Belgian Research and Development activities and Innovation (RDI), whether they be conducted in Belgium or in the frame of a European/international cooperation. One of the priority subjects is RDI made possible through public funds. Unique access point to other Belgian information sources and Belgian scientific potential, this tool is also designed to strengthen the European Research Area (ERA).
Belgium might have as much as three official languages (French, Dutch and German) but English is the fourth, unofficial language and Belgians have no problems with conversing in English. The Belgian people are used to welcoming the world. The city of Brussels is one of the world's great cosmopolitan capitals, home to both the European Union and NATO, as well as a wealth of international trade and finance companies.
The history of Belgium has always been linked to both commercial and cultural exchange, and much of its character is due to its role as the great meeting place of Western Europe. It would be difficult to name a European country who didn’t want to stake their claim in Belgium at one time or another. Traces of the Austrians, Spanish, French and Dutch can still be seen in its architecture and in the lifestyle of its people. You will see superb examples of art and architecture past and present - Romanesque, Gothic, Baroque, and Art Nouveau.
The official currency of Belgium is the Euro (€) which is also the official currency of the European Union. 15 member states share this currency, and this simplifies travelling and comparing prices over the European countries. Sharing borders with France, Germany, the Netherlands and Luxembourg, Belgium is a great starting point for travelling all over Europe.
Many universities offer courses in English and there are also European and international schools that operate in Belgium. If you prefer to develop your skills within the official languages most universities offer language courses.
The history of Belgium has always been linked to both commercial and cultural exchange, and much of its character is due to its role as the great meeting place of Western Europe. It would be difficult to name a European country who didn’t want to stake their claim in Belgium at one time or another. Traces of the Austrians, Spanish, French and Dutch can still be seen in its architecture and in the lifestyle of its people. You will see superb examples of art and architecture past and present - Romanesque, Gothic, Baroque, and Art Nouveau.
The official currency of Belgium is the Euro (€) which is also the official currency of the European Union. 15 member states share this currency, and this simplifies travelling and comparing prices over the European countries. Sharing borders with France, Germany, the Netherlands and Luxembourg, Belgium is a great starting point for travelling all over Europe.
Many universities offer courses in English and there are also European and international schools that operate in Belgium. If you prefer to develop your skills within the official languages most universities offer language courses.
The Belgian kitchen
Belgium is very well-known for its kitchen, and Belgian restaurants can be found in the most influential gastronomic guides, such as the Michelin Guide. Belgians love waffles (which originated in Belgium) and french fries. Contrary to their name french fries also originated in Belgium. The name "french fries" actually refers to the French description of the manner in which the potato is cut. To "french" means to cut into slivers. The national dishes are "steak and fries with salad", and "mussels with fries". Belgian chocolate is considered to be amongst the world’s finest!
Language
French, Dutch and German are all official languages of Belgium, and the country includes three language communities:
- - The Flemish community (Dutch)
- - The French community (French)
- - The German Community (German)
The language of teaching and assessment for activities carried out by students in these various establishments is, in principle, French. However, some courses are taught in another language (for example English). Students are informed of this upon their application.
Students not having had the opportunity to learn French but who have a command of English may sign up without difficulty for doctoral studies and certain specialized university programmes in Belgium. On their arrival, they will be able to acquire a basic grasp of French.
Students not having had the opportunity to learn French but who have a command of English may sign up without difficulty for doctoral studies and certain specialized university programmes in Belgium. On their arrival, they will be able to acquire a basic grasp of French.
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