Studying is about more than just absorbing theoretical knowledge. It is also about personal development and forming your own informed opinions on today’s key ethical and societal issues. The Vrije Universiteit Brussel offers you plenty of opportunities to do just that. Here, you won’t find yes-men! Instead, you’ll find people who think and make decisions for themselves. And who dare to stray from the beaten track.
Studying at the VUB
The VUB provides education for strong-minded individuals, critical thinkers and global citizens.
The Vrije Universiteit Brussel offers high-quality education underpinned by groundbreaking research. It provides students with an open, tolerant and diverse learning environment that enables them to develop into independent and critical thinkers.
The VUB has two lively campuses in the heart of the cosmopolitan city of Brussels. Professors and assistants are always approachable, and faculty staff are on hand to help you. Small class sizes ensure an interactive and hands-on learning experience.
The VUB is a modern, dynamic university with nearly two centuries of history. Did you know that the VUB has over 21,500 students, 24% of whom are international students representing more than 152 nationalities?
The Department of Public Law
The Department of Public Law is part of the Faculty of Law & Criminology at the Vrije Universiteit Brussel. Our department has five academic specialisations, within which each of us focuses on various fields of law. From human rights to European law, from criminal law to international maritime law, and from European competition law to migration law, to name but a few examples, all these specialisations contribute to inspiring and advancing our fields of study.
Five fields of expertise:
1. Tax Law
2. International & European Law
3. Social Law
4. Constitutional and Administrative Law
5. Criminal Law and Criminal Procedure
