Location:

Leuven, Belgium

Program Type:

Study Abroad

Degree Level:

Undergraduate

Term:

Academic Year

Program Overview

Program Description:

- Do you seek to better understand the potential your faith has for a critical reflection on society and the Church? - Do you have an interest in religious attitudes, customs and traditions? - Do religious buildings and the rituals they house awaken you to greater mysteries? - Do religious traditions besides your own inspire your wonder as well? If so, consider the Bachelor of Theology and Religious Studies.

The programme will - deepen your current understanding of the Christian tradition and the history of the Church - improve you knowledge of modern and Biblical languages, philosophy and other human sciences - help you re-examine your assumptions and critically deepen, broaden and mature your faith in conversation with contemporary culture.

Setting Description:

Situated in the heart of Western Europe, KU Leuven (University of Leuven) has been a centre of learning for nearly six centuries. Today, it is Belgium's largest and highest-ranked university and, founded in 1425, one of the oldest and most renowned universities in Europe. As a leading European research university and co-founder of the League of European Research Universities (LERU), KU Leuven offers a wide variety of programmes in English, all supported by high-quality, innovative, interdisciplinary research. KU Leuven is home to a vibrant community of international scholars spread out over its various campuses. 14% of the university’s 54,000 students are international representing 140 countries. KU Leuven's three doctoral schools provide internationally oriented PhD tracks for more than 4,000 doctoral students. Boasting an outstanding central location, KU Leuven offers a truly international experience, high-quality education, world-class research and cutting-edge innovation.

Cost:

The Flemish Government's generous co-financing system ensures that tuition fees for Bachelor's and initial Master's programmes remain relatively low: 890 EUR per academic year (subject to change without notice).