Established in 1849, the Université de Namur (University of Namur) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Namur (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Direction générale de l'Enseignement non obligatoire et de la Recherche scientifique, Belgique (Directorate General for Non-Compulsory Education and Scientific Research), Université de Namur (UNamur) is a medium sized (uniRank enrollment range: 7,000-7,999 students) coeducational Belgian higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Université de Namur (UNamur) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UNamur also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.
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Name (English) | University of Namur |
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Name | Université de Namur |
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Acronym | UNamur |
Founded | 1849 Origins date back to 1831. Founded by the Jesuits under the name Collège Notre Dame de la Paix. In 2013 it was renamed to University of Namur |
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Colours | Green and grey |
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Address | Rue de Bruxelles 61 Namur 5000 Namur Belgium |
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(81) 230 391 |
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The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Université de Namur is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Université de Namur's academic range and degree level offering.
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Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.
This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Université de Namur categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Université de Namur.
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0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) | 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) |
International students |
1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) | 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) |
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Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.
This institution admits men and women (coeducational).
This higher education institution has a non-selective open admission policy.
This institution acceptance rate range is not available.
This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.
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International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.
University of Namur has more than 800 international students.Tip: search for University of Namur's admission policy with the uniRank Search Engine
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This institution has a student enrollment range from 7,000 to 7,999, making it a medium-sized institution.
This institution's academic staff ranges from 500 to 599 members.
This institution is a private higher education institution.
This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.
This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.
This institution adopts a quarters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into four distinct terms, or quarters, each typically lasting about 10 to 12 weeks, separated by three short breaks and one longer break.
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The Université de Namur offers various housing options for its students. These accommodations, known as "LES RÉSIDENCES DE L'UNIVERSITÉ," include:
The university provides more than 500 housing units for student use. The housing service is available to provide information to interested students. Reservations can be made through a form available on the housing service's website.
Students seeking more information about housing options at the Université de Namur can visit the university's official website at https://www.unamur.be/etudes/etudiant/vivre/logement
This range of accommodation options aims to meet the diverse needs of the student population, providing suitable living arrangements during their academic tenure at the university.
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The Université de Namur offers a variety of sport activities and facilities to enhance the physical well-being and recreational opportunities for its community:
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Université de Namur provides the following financial aids:
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The Université de Namur offers study abroad opportunities for its students. Information about these programs can be found on the university's official website at:
https://www.unamur.be/international/bourses
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University of Namur is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Direction générale de l'Enseignement non obligatoire et de la Recherche scientifique, Belgique
Year of first Recognition or Accreditation
2004
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Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.
uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Université de Namur 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.
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