BSc

Business Economics

Learn more about studying Business Economics as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Degree type
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    3 years
  • Delivery method
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    1,116EUR
  • Start date
    Sep, Oct
  • University ranking
    #294

Program overview

What Vrije Universiteit Brussel says about their program:

The Business Economics programme at Vrije Universiteit Brussel offers a Bachelor of Science degree. This programme provides students with a solid foundation in business and economics, preparing them for various career opportunities in the business world.

The curriculum is interdisciplinary, combining economics with functional business fields. Students will engage with scientific literature, develop analytical problem-solving skills, and prepare for academic writing, ensuring they are well-equipped for future studies or careers.

This programme is ideal for those interested in global business and policy, with options for internships and Capstone projects. Graduates can pursue a range of careers or continue their education in master's programmes, gaining valuable skills for the competitive job market.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of high school/ secondary education

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of a bachelor's degree (four or five years) in a suitable subject from a recognised university with a minimum grade of Second Class Honours Lower Division (2

    2) or equivalent.

English proficiency

English proficiency is required; accepted tests include IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent.

Documents required

  • Passport
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Degree certificate or diploma
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Statement of purpose or personal statement
  • Recommendation letters
  • Finance proof
  • Translations
  • Credential evaluations
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Scholarships at Vrije Universiteit Brussel

  • External study grants

    Official page

    VUB lists external study grants supported by donations and directs students to check whether they qualify and how to apply. The page is not limited to postgraduate study in the search-accessible text, so it can be used as an official VUB financial-support route for undergraduate students who meet the relevant criteria.

  • VUB scholarship programmes

    Official page

    VUB states that it participates in several scholarship programmes that offer grants at different levels of study, from Bachelor to academic staff, and across different regions and stay lengths. The page provides the university scholarship-programme hub for prospective and current students to identify the relevant programme. Because the university explicitly says Bachelor-level grants are included, this is relevant for international undergraduate applicants where the listed programme criteria match their profile.

All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official scholarship page for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

Vrije Universiteit Brussel provides fee information that can help students understand how study costs may be structured or may vary across options.

Fee information

  • Undergraduate and Postgraduate tuition

    from €939 to €3,850 per year

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What is the cost of living near Vrije Universiteit Brussel?

Category Cost  (in Euro)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre€937
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre€781
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)€138
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)€51
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)€20Range: €13 to €32· Belgium average
Monthly public transport pass€56
Monthly grocery basket€162
Coffee shop drink€4
Cinema or cultural event ticket€13
Gym membership€35

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced) and numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Vrije Universiteit Brussel

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