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University of Namur

country rank  8
world rank  990

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University Overview

Established in 1849, 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 (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 officially 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 aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University of Namur's Control Typeprivate

Entity

University of Namur's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Namur' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium-sized

Selectivity

University of Namur's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot available

University Identity

Name (English) University of Namur
Name
Name (Non Latin)
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
Motto
Colours Green and grey
Mascot
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University Location

Address Rue de Bruxelles 61
Namur
5000 Namur
Belgium
University of Namur's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of Namur Phone Number (81) 724 111
University of Namur Fax Number (81) 230 391
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Recognition and Accreditation

University of Namur's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Namur is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Direction générale de l'Enseignement non obligatoire et de la Recherche scientifique

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2004


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize University of Namur as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

University of Namur Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of University of 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 University of Namur's academic range and degree level offering.



University of Namur: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

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Programs and Courses

University of Namur Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

University of Namur Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of University of 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 University of Namur.



University of Namur: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 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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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on University of Namur's yearly tuition fees, which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e., face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors.

Admissions

University of Namur Admission Info


University of Namur's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

University of Namur is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


University of Namur's Admission Selection Admission Selection

University of Namur has a non-selective, open-admission policy for all prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Namur's acceptance rate is not available.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


University of Namur's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
University of Namur has more than 800 international students.


University of Namur's Admission Office Admission Office

Rue de Bruxelles 61
Namur 5000
(81) 724 017


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact University of Namur's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

University of Namur Size and Profile


University of Namur's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Namur has a student enrollment ranging from 7,000 to 7,999, making it a medium-sized institution.


University of Namur's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

University of Namur's academic staff ranges from 500 to 599 members.


University of Namur's Control Type Control Type

University of Namur is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


University of Namur's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Namur is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


University of Namur's Campus Setting Campus Setting

University of Namur's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


University of Namur's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

University of Namur 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.


University of Namur's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


University of Namur is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Christian-Catholic.



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Facilities and Services

University of Namur Facilities


University of Namur's Library University Library

Yes Visit University of Namur's Library


University of Namur's Housing University Housing

Yes
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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:

  • Residences for female and male students
  • Community houses
  • Project-based housing units ("kots à projet")

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.


University of Namur's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes

The Université de Namur offers a variety of sport activities and facilities to enhance the physical well-being and recreational opportunities for its community:

  • Organizes around thirty supervised sport activities led by qualified instructors.
  • Provides specific sports activities for university staff such as volleyball, mini-football, and stretching.
  • Participates in championships organized by the Association Sportive de l'Enseignement Universitaire et Supérieur (ASEUS).
  • Offers five types of activities for the academic year 2023-2024.
  • Makes available a brochure detailing all sports activities, released annually from mid-September.
  • Supports high-level student athletes with program accommodations, coordinated by Mr. François-Xavier Fiévez, Vice-Rector for Social and Student Affairs.
  • Provides sports equipment loans at BUMP, requiring student ID exchange for equipment like footballs, beach rackets, volleyballs, and more.


University of Namur's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

University of Namur Services


University of Namur's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes

Université de Namur provides the following financial aids:

  • Information about scholarships can be found at
    https://www.unamur.be/international/bourses
  • Financial support for Rheto students is available at
    https://www.unamur.be/etudes/rheto/finance


University of Namur's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes

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


University of Namur's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported

University of Namur's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


University of Namur's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

University of Namur Academic Structure

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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Memberships and Affiliations

University of Namur Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Université de Namur's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • European University Association (EUA)
  • International Federation of Catholic Universities (IFCU)
  • UNIVERSEH Alliance
  • Aulne Alliance
  • Kircher Network
  • Universitate
  • Euraxess


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Social Media

Official Social Media Channels

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X X (Twitter)

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YouTube YouTube

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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