The ULB: PhDs and Doctoral Training in the Heart of Europe

The Université libre de Bruxelles offers world-class doctoral programs in the heart of Europe. Internationally renowned, the University welcomes some 1,800 doctoral students, more than 40% of whom are from abroad. The ULB provides personalized doctoral training, cutting-edge research facilities and a pleasant living environment in one of the greenest capitals in Europe.

The ULB is a multidisciplinary university that conducts ground-breaking research in all research areas, as evidenced by number of awards bestowed to its scholars. Multicultural and multilingual, the University hosts illustrious teams of international researchers who collaborate closely with the leading research networks around the world, especially those in the prestigious universities with whom the ULB has “privileged” partnerships.

The ULB is also known for its long-standing commitment to the defense of freedom and democracy.

PhD candidates are offered numerous opportunities for funding. An attractive salary, including social security coverage, and comfortable living accommodations, very reasonably priced by European standards, provide a unique environment that is particularly conducive to research and study. The ULB encourages joint supervision of PhD theses with international universities.