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Vrije Universiteit Brussel Faculteit Geneeskunde & Farmacie

WDOMS ID: F0001693 Belgium Brussels

Country

Belgium

City

Brussels

WDOMS ID

F0001693

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School Type: Mixed Public/Private

Year Instruction Started: 1961

Operational Status: Currently operational

Alternate Names: Facult? de M?decine, Vrije Universiteit Brussels

Academic Affiliation:

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School Website(s): In Dutch; Flemish

Additional Information:

School Contact Main Address: Laarbeeklaan 103 B-1090 Jette Belgium Phone Number(s): +32 (2) 477-41-10 Fax Number(s): +32 (2) 477-41-59 Email: info@gf.vub.ac.be

Main Address: Laarbeeklaan 103 B-1090 Jette Belgium

Phone Number(s): +32 (2) 477-41-10

Fax Number(s): +32 (2) 477-41-59

Email: info@gf.vub.ac.be

Current Programs This school offers more than one program or track leading to a medical degree. Qualification Title: Master in de Geneeskunde Year Instruction Began: 1961 Curriculum Last Revised: Curriculum Duration: 6 years Language of Instruction: Dutch; Flemish Year Ended: Prerequisite Education: Admission follows completion of secondary education. Foreign Students: Foreign students are admitted Genders Admitted: Both men and women are admitted Entrance Exam: An entrance exam is required Tuition Paid By:

Qualification Title: Master in de Geneeskunde

Year Instruction Began: 1961

Curriculum Last Revised:

Curriculum Duration: 6 years

Language of Instruction: Dutch; Flemish

Year Ended:

Prerequisite Education: Admission follows completion of secondary education.

Foreign Students: Foreign students are admitted

Genders Admitted: Both men and women are admitted

Entrance Exam: An entrance exam is required

Tuition Paid By:

Canada Unless indicated otherwise, Medical degrees obtained from this medical school are acceptable to the provincial/territorial medical regulatory authorities in Canada, and therefore acceptable to all medical organizations in Canada. For more information about the acceptable medical schools as defined in the Model Standards for Medical Registration in Canada click here . ? moins d?avis contraire, les dipl?mes de m?decine de cette facult? de m?decine sont acceptables aux ordres des m?decins dans les provinces et territoires du Canada, et par cons?quent acceptables ? toute autre organisation au Canada qui ?uvre dans le domaine m?dical. Pour plus d'information au sujet des facult?s de m?decine acceptables, telles que d?finies dans les normes mod?les pour l'inscription m?dicale au Canada, cliquez ici . Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG), United States of America Students and graduates of this medical school are eligible to apply to ECFMG for ECFMG Certification and for examination, provided that: For medical school students officially enrolled in this school, the graduation years are listed below as ?current?. For graduates of this medical school, their graduation year is included in the graduation years listed below. Graduation Years: 1970 - Current The degree title of the final medical diploma the student will earn, or the graduate has earned (and must provide), is listed in the Reference Guide for Medical Education Credentials . All other eligibility requirements are met. Refer to the ECFMG Information Booklet for detailed information. Recognized Accreditation Policy: According to data provided to Intealth, of which ECFMG is a division, one or more of this school?s medical education programs currently meets the Intealth Recognized Accreditation Policy . ?Recognized accreditation? means the program is accredited by an agency that has been reviewed and recognized by an external quality assurance organization approved by Intealth. Note that this does not impact the eligibility of the school?s students and graduates for ECFMG Certification.

Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG), United States of America Students and graduates of this medical school are eligible to apply to ECFMG for ECFMG Certification and for examination, provided that: For medical school students officially enrolled in this school, the graduation years are listed below as ?current?. For graduates of this medical school, their graduation year is included in the graduation years listed below. Graduation Years: 1970 - Current The degree title of the final medical diploma the student will earn, or the graduate has earned (and must provide), is listed in the Reference Guide for Medical Education Credentials . All other eligibility requirements are met. Refer to the ECFMG Information Booklet for detailed information. Recognized Accreditation Policy: According to data provided to Intealth, of which ECFMG is a division, one or more of this school?s medical education programs currently meets the Intealth Recognized Accreditation Policy . ?Recognized accreditation? means the program is accredited by an agency that has been reviewed and recognized by an external quality assurance organization approved by Intealth. Note that this does not impact the eligibility of the school?s students and graduates for ECFMG Certification.

Students and graduates of this medical school are eligible to apply to ECFMG for ECFMG Certification and for examination, provided that: For medical school students officially enrolled in this school, the graduation years are listed below as ?current?. For graduates of this medical school, their graduation year is included in the graduation years listed below. Graduation Years: 1970 - Current The degree title of the final medical diploma the student will earn, or the graduate has earned (and must provide), is listed in the Reference Guide for Medical Education Credentials . All other eligibility requirements are met. Refer to the ECFMG Information Booklet for detailed information. Recognized Accreditation Policy: According to data provided to Intealth, of which ECFMG is a division, one or more of this school?s medical education programs currently meets the Intealth Recognized Accreditation Policy . ?Recognized accreditation? means the program is accredited by an agency that has been reviewed and recognized by an external quality assurance organization approved by Intealth. Note that this does not impact the eligibility of the school?s students and graduates for ECFMG Certification.

💬 Student Reviews

Real reviews from students. All ratings and reviews are taken on 21st January 2026.

Badr Moubile

The VUB's social services are by far the worst in all of Belgium. So I hope Mom and Dad have plenty of money, and if you're living alone, that your studies aren't too difficult, and that you can still work to pay for all this. It's truly mind-boggling; you literally have to be on the street before they "want" to help you.

Helen Lambrechts

The GF Faculty is very well-organized, with high-quality education and small groups, making practical experience a significant part of the curriculum from the first year of the Bachelor's program. All preconceptions about the VUB are nonsense, and they prove it every day!

Titamik

The VUB is mediocre as a place of learning due to incompetent administration and unpleasant 'student guidance'. However, as a meeting place for students and other people of all places and creeds is is a wonderful place. There are affordable …

Asefeh Ghadiri

Not a good choice for the study if you're an international student! I and many others have experienced discrimination. We tried to report it, but the professors got more aggressive and took revenge by failing me in the exams. University was …

Traveler.99

The Free University of Brussels (Vrije Universiteit Brussel, VUB) is a prestigious university located in Brussels, Belgium. Founded in 1970, VUB is one of the country's leading universities. The university offers a wide range of programs in …

Shaky K

Overall great place because of the students and some great teachers. They can be very slow to get things done and very disorganized, but eventually they do get them done and they're pretty fair with grading here. The -2 stars are for being …

MMNONEV

Amazing university. Campus activists are the best in Brussels. Unlike ULB that only communicates and offers services in French, students and visitors of VUB are privileged with services that are offered in three languages: Dutch, English …

Aino Mäkinen

Teaching is very varied and the COVID-19 pandemic was handled poorly for the students. Student rights aren't dealt with in the desired manner. since bureaucracy rules. Information and communication from the university board is vague and …

Yves W

When a university area is also a place for walking, relaxation, and sports activities, it's obviously ideal. You can stroll among the university buildings in a young and sporty atmosphere, enjoying the sun, perfectly accessible by public …

Bart Van Bael

Two university campuses (Ixelles & UZ Brussels Health Campus in Jette). It's a popular university among international students due to its range of programs and its proximity to the capital. A young university with long-standing roots (a …

Lyly

The Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) is an excellent university distinguished by its modern facilities and vibrant atmosphere. The campus, while large, is pleasant to walk around, with plenty of green spaces where you can relax between …

Hadi m

The Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) offers high-quality education in the heart of Brussels. With its strong academic reputation and innovative approach to education, VUB prepares students for a successful future. The proposed two-year …

Joji Marie Teves

While in Brussels, I crashed into a friend’s apartment who attends VUB. I should say, the University is world-class, very scenic and located at the heart of the city. They amenities that are international student-friendly and a lot of …

Talha Agim

I visited the VUB for information, and what really struck me was that most professors don't know what they were talking about in PowerPoint presentations and, during every session, blame the other professors who were supposed to be …

Philippe Eiselein

Beautiful campus, public transportations systems (bus, tram, metro, train) are at close proximity. I've been a student here during both my bachelor and master years...I wouldn't want any other campus - It feels like home.

Cris Sa

Outside of an international (english-speaking) course, or even within, an international environment is not really present, something the vub claims to be an advocate for. Also, student administration very bureaucratic...

L Vds

I love this uni with all my heart. The campus has a really fun and cosy atmosphere, it's relatively small so they have a personal approach and there's always someone to help you. They also carry their values with pride.

Marita Orellano

Buenos días, me gustaría saber si están dando clases de francés, estaré pendiente de su respuesta. gracias. Hello, I would like to know if you give French lessons. I am waiting for a response from you. Thank you.

Luigi De Marco

It was a great experience spending 6 months in this university as a visiting student. Well organized and friendly colleagues. All Master classes and almost all bachelor ones are in English.

Basooma Rose

A welcoming university with great amenities for a highly distinguished and distinctive academic standards. An environment with different cultural background with superb care for students

nicolas van nuffel

Campus is nice and green and accessible by public transport (train, tram and bus). Sport facilities are available nearby and on campus. University buildings are old and need renovation.

Cindy

If you plan to study master program at VUB, the tuition fee is rather lower for international student comparing to another countries. I recommended you to consider VUB

Andres RG

This is the first time in my life as a musician that I've had the terrible luck of playing at this university. I'll recount the many events that have happened to me: …

Nguatem Jeb

Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) is a big university with lots faculties. The green scenery is amazing. I guess it's a great place to chill and study.

Adem J. S (Ajax)

The campus is well-located (close to a train station, several tram and bus lines, and even a metro); very green; and relatively well-maintained. …

H.

Great university! The staff is very friendly. There are also many facilities, and the parking is definitely a plus if you're coming from far away.

Mimi Thai

Very modern buildings, easy to find, very very famous university. The best of the best of Belgium. VUB. Vrije Universiteit Brussel Etterbeek

H Q

Great university! The atmosphere here is incredibly student-focused.

The campus itself is also enormous and perfect for a leisurely stroll.

Anthony Nyame

I am enjoying every bit of the orientation week as a new international student. Much to do over the coming weeks/months but so far so good.

Isihizuka Hiroki

I came here for research purposes, and the research being done is of a high level. It also has good access to the airport and the city.

Chris

gigantic complex with its own supermarket and sports centre. they keep everything clean and modern, looking forward to study here

Narcisa Olvera

It is spacious and organized, with spaces for research and recreation, sports fields, a library, and other services for students.

Fayssal Ben Siali

I'm an international student of linguistics and literary Studies; I really enjoy studying here, in such an amazing atmosphere.

Mario Witters

A very large university with many study programmes and student accommodation where students can stay at an attractive rent.

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Emmanuel Crollen

The best Alma Mater I know. Here, I was driven by my interests and no longer studied because I had to (humanities).

Headache101 ?

Quality education, an increasingly beautiful campus in the cosmopolitan city of Brussels, the heart of Europe.

Dogg “PETA” Masta

Great place, I'm just taking off one star because I got lost there, some places were poorly signposted ;d

Csaba Farkas-Pall

Horrible, incompetent leadership! How disrespectful they are the international students is unbelivable.

gauthier

The lab teacher is disgusting, and it's not normal that we don't have gloves to work in the lab!

Sara Penazzi

I did my Erasmus here.

It was very difficult, but the quality is directly proportional to the …

Ming Zhu Liu

Super nice campus and friendly staff everywhere (restaurant, cafeteria, information point,...).

Sébastien Hoorens

The university where the world's most promising research project is taking place (FCG)!

Bruno Waterfield

Great campus that was a haven in the heartless world of the lockdown. Danke u wel VUB

Olivier De Maeght

Enjoy a delicious dinner in a traditional setting. The Amarena sundae is to die for.

Nikoloz Lezhava

DO NOT let your kids go there. Zero support for students. Waste of money and energy

Monika Ruwaimana

Great campus. The administration services for international students also awesome

ClubMED-Ixelles

Got all of the Club MED members a degree. So we got that going on for ourselves

Quirijn Schuurmans

Beautiful green campus grounds. Currently, many buildings are being renovated.

Ruslan Dautov

Great University. Close relationship between students and professors.

Sadiatul Marzan

Very nice place, lots of expert professors, I learned a lot from VUB

Ian Corne

Cozy atmosphere, close student-teacher interaction, good community

Yun Long Yang

Freshly made bread for breakfast! ??? 900 grams, 11 varieties …

Freia Haleyt

Super green campus in Ixelles / Etterbeek of both VUB and ULB.

Janique-ka John

Pretty inexpensive cafeteria, especially if you’re a student!

Matthias Horrix

Lots of spit on the way back to the room, often with chunks.

Mehdi Golzadeh

Actually rating had no meaning for a university restaurant.

Geert Loosveld

Iconic architecture by Belgian architect Renaat Braem 1976

Tom V

A great university with a lot of international students.

N i c u

My first time there, I almost got lost in the campus :)

Jacob Smith

Stromae was there eating a chocolate croissant

Thomas Swinnen

Dave Sinardet teaches there! Great university!

Vincent Min

Great university, although I like ULB better.

Jacob Johan Le Grange

Beautiful campus! Enjoy it more than Leuven!

Jawad Magala

I want to study here. I love the atmosphere.

Ims Keke

Very clean and quiet site, nothing to say!

Mariën Ludo

Friendly people with a lot of knowledge

Dag Geeraert

Old and new buildings among greenery.

Kevin Hemmerijckx

Best university in town. Hands down.

Mic Delvigne

Wonderful uni! Check it out people!!

Juvena Xhambazi

the. best ,with the best teachers

Jose Carlos Hernandez

Excellent university campus ??? …

Emilie Gregoire

not great, rather mediocre...

daisy lucas

Very modern and new buildings

Olivier Absil

Had a great day on their site

Ismail Alhabil

Very good university & place

Jo Valeska

They have a good time there.

Thibaut Pype

The best but ULB much better

Senne Deproost

Best university of Belgium!

esmael fazal hussein

Beautiful new construction

françois Truyts

Great uni with great vibe

Emmanuel_P Plissart

Nice service with smile !

Koen De Jongh

Still a fantastic campus.

Mohamed Abdurahman Mohamed

I like to know about it.

Youssef Saad

I need help registering

ismail nuki

Magnificent, it's seen

Awadesh Mallik

Freedom of thought...

Thomas Selleslagh

10/10, KUL is rotten.

L PJ

Go Jonathan Holslag!

Adi Gheysels

Great place to work!

Kenza r

Amazing in every way

Nicolas Bekaert

Very good University

Abdellah El mojahidi

Very friendly place

Mohamed Belhassan

perfect university

Inez Simons

Very nice campus!

Emilie Wuyckens

Great university

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Best university

Vincent

Don't get lost

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Great place

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About Belgium

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Belgium, officially the Kingdom of Belgium, is a country in Northwestern Europe. Situated in a coastal lowland region known as the Low Countries, it is bordered by the Netherlands to the north, Germany to the east, Luxembourg to the southeast, France to the south, and the North Sea to the west. Belgium covers an area of 30,689 km2 (11,849 sq mi) and has a population of more than 11.8 million; its population density o…

Capital
Brussels
Population
11.83M
GDP
EUR 684,864
Region
Europe
Area
30,528 km²

Currency: Euro (€)

Dialing code: +32

Top-level domain: .be

Timezones: Europe/Brussels

Coordinates: 50.83333333, 4.00000000

Languages: German, French, Dutch

Native name: België

Nationality: Belgian

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Most people in Belgium do not belong to a religion. Christianity is the largest religion, with the Catholic Church representing the largest community. Catholicism has experienced a significant decline since the 1950s when it was the nominal religion of over 80% of the population. Belgium's policy separates the state from the church, and freedom of religion i…

About Brussels

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Country
Belgium
Timezone
Europe/Brussels
Coordinates
50.85045000, 4.34878000

Brussels, officially the Brussels-Capital Region, is a region of Belgium comprising 19 municipalities, including the City of Brussels, which is the capital of Belgium. The Brussels-Capital Region is located in the central portion of the country. It is a part of both the French Community of Belgium and the Flemish Community, and is separate from the Flemish R…

Local name: Brussel

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