Study Abroad Programs in Belgium

Belgium—renowned the world over for its waffles, chocolate, beer, and so much more—will be your home for many months. Spend a semester at the University of Leuven, where you participate in a professional academic research project and learn the language and culture of Belgium. The University of Leuven is one of 11 leading research institutions in Europe participating in the Research Study Abroad Program. Research opportunities exist in many fields, including liberal arts/humanities, social sciences, biological sciences, physical sciences, and engineering. Gaining research experience at an undergraduate level will give you invaluable academic experience and set you apart from other applicants when applying to graduate school or research-related work. You will be an active member of the research team! Participants can choose from one of the two program options (each worth 30 ECTS, which is equivalent to 15 U.S. semester credits).

Examine the evolving role of multilateral diplomacy in international relations and responses to global security challenges from Geneva, a hub for international organizations. Through site visits, lectures, and excursions to Paris and Brussels, you’ll gain insights into European and international perspectives on diplomacy while engaging with experts at leading organizations. At the same time, enjoy Geneva’s cultural richness and improve your French through immersive instruction. MONEY MATTERS SIT has given an average of over $1.3 million in scholarships and grants to SIT Study Abroad students in recent years and is committed to ensuring you have the information necessary to apply for such funding. Our program costs include academics, excursions, accommodations, airport transfers, and health insurance. Meal arrangements vary by program. Be sure to discuss how study abroad costs are handled at your school with your study abroad advisor and read the website for more specific information.

The Siena+Brussels Multidestination program through Siena Italian Studies gives students the chance to experience cultural immersion first in gorgeous Siena, Italy -- where the first 6 weeks of the semester will be dedicated to course work in English, along with language study in Italian and French. During the intensive course work students will have classes with other students, enjoy meals and accommodations with a host family and cultural activities. From week 8 the student will move to the exciting European capital of Brussels, Belgium, where our staff will help place the student in an international organization, NGO or cultural association where they will carry out a full-time internship. During the weeks in Brussels, students will have support from our local staff and a few cultural excursions, and continue in a home stay with a local family. The program is designed for students who are interested in gaining an authentic perspective on Europe today, whether their area of study involves French or Italian language, European Studies, International Relations, International or Intercultural Studies, Education or Development, among others.

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