Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB)

The Jette Health Campus is a specialized medical hub nestled next to the "Green Belt" of Brussels.

• UZ Brussel: A leading 700-bed university hospital on-site, serving as the primary clinical and internship base.
• Vaccinopolis Participation: VUB collaborates with other Belgian universities in high-level vaccinology research.
• Center for Reproductive Medicine (CRG): A global pioneer in fertility treatments; the first ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection) baby was born here.
• Nanobody Service Facility: Utilizes VUB’s proprietary camelid antibody technology for diagnostic and therapeutic research.
• Skills Lab Jette: A dedicated simulation facility where students practice clinical skills, including a virtual reality unit for anatomy and surgery.
• Medical Library (Building A): A quiet, high-tech hub providing comprehensive access to biomedical databases and study spaces.
• Agora (Building R): The student social heart, housing the university restaurant and the popular student bar "Tempus."
• Basics Fit Jette: A large fitness facility located right on the edge of the campus for student wellness.
• Brussels Health Gardens: The campus is surrounded by green spaces and parks, providing a tranquil environment for intensive study.
• Linguapolis VUB: Offers Dutch language courses to help international researchers and students integrate into the local clinical environment.

• UZ Brussel: Renowned for its Children’s Hospital (KidZ Health Castle) and its Diabetes Research Center, which is a leading international reference.
• Clinical Training: Students are integrated into the hospital from the early years, with a heavy emphasis on "bedside teaching" and multidisciplinary care.
• Network: VUB collaborates with several other hospitals in the Brussels-Capital Region for diverse clinical clerkships.

VUB follows the Flemish government's fee regulations, with specific rates for international "Non-EEA" tracks.

Scholarships

• Master Mind Scholarships: A prestigious grant from the Flemish Government (€10,000/year + tuition waiver) for outstanding international master's students.
• VUB Honours Program: Offers selected students the chance to engage in extra-curricular research and interdisciplinary projects.
• VLIR-UOS Scholarships: Full funding for students from partner countries in the Global South (covering travel, tuition, and board).
• Research Assistantships: Available for PhD candidates and some advanced Master's students within the various medical research groups.

• The Vibe: Jette is a greener, more residential commune of Brussels. It is safe, less chaotic than the city center, and perfect for students who need to focus.
• Connectivity:
• Tram/Bus: Excellent links via Tram 9 and several STIB bus lines directly to the city center and the main VUB campus.
• Air: 20–25 minutes from Brussels Airport (BRU) by car/taxi; 45 minutes by public transit.
• Biking: Brussels is increasingly bike-friendly, and Jette is a great starting point for cycling into the Flemish Brabant countryside.

• Accommodation: VUB offers on-campus student housing in Jette, which is often preferred by medical students due to its proximity to the hospital. These range from basic rooms to studios.
• Dining: The Agora restaurant serves affordable, sustainable, and varied hot meals (approx. €5–€8).
• Vibe: The Jette campus has a "village feel" within the big city more quiet and professional than the main Ixelles campus, but still very socially active through medical student circles.

• Accreditation: NVAO (Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders).
• Language Note: To study the MD program, you must pass the Dutch proficiency test (C1/B2 level).
• International Outlook: VUB is a member of EUTOPIA, an alliance of European universities, facilitating easy student mobility across the continent.