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Université Catholique de Lille
Institution Info
The University’s mission focuses on six priorities :
* to give each student a unique place at the very heart of its projects,
* to educate students in such a way that they will find meaning and direction for
* their lives, helping them define and build up their personal and professional future,
* to be open to the City, to the Region, to the World,
* to get involved in service to society, humanitarian work and international cooperation,
* to be a mainspring of economic development, especially at the regional level,
* to be a place where meaning is sought and debate can take place, with respect for cultural diversity.
Lille Catholic University is not only a centre of education, research and service; it is also full of life and offers numerous sporting and cultural opportunities… The Campus is home to more than 300 student clubs and societies.
Lille Catholic University considers that internationalisation makes an important contribution to its students’ development. To further this vision, it has developed :
460 special international partnerships, a Charter for International Students, orientation sessions for every international student coming to Lille for a study abroad experience.
As a result of this vision, Lille Catholic University welcomes about 1,600 international students from more than 88 different countries every year.
Facts and Figures
| No. of students: | 22,660* |
| No. of Academic staff: | 1,000 |
| Funding type: | Private (non-profit) |
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Summer Courses
- European Summer Program (ESP) - French Arts in Europe
- European Summer Program (ESP) - Culture et Société Française
- European Summer Program (ESP) - European Integration
- European Summer Program (ESP) - European Business & Management
- European Summer Program (ESP) - Landscape Management Strategies: From Polluted Areas to Green Building
- European Summer Program (ESP) - Communication
- European Summer Program (ESP) - French Culture and Society
- European Summer Program (ESP) - Current Practices in Renewable Energy: a Practical Introduction
- European Summer Program (ESP) - European Studies
- European Summer Program (ESP) - French Conversation
- European Summer Program (ESP) - Tourism and Culture
- European Summer Program (ESP) - European Economic Studies
- European Summer Program (ESP) - Sustainable Energy Management in Community and Industrial Buildings
- European Summer Program (ESP) - Tomorrow Transportation System with a Focus on Automated Transport
Services & Facilities
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
There are many forms of public transportation here in Lille – bus, subway (called ‘metro’) and tramway. The company which deals with transport for the city of Lille is TRANSPOLE.
FOOD
The cuisine of Lille suits a northern climate, filling as well as tasty. Some of the most famous local dishes include:
- "Waterzoï ", made with smoked and fresh fish.
- "Carbonnade Flamande", beef marinated in beer and onions.
- "Lapin aux pruneaux", rabbit with prunes.
- "Potjevlesch", a delicious combination of jellied veal, rabbit and ham.
Breweries are also a traditional characteristic of this hop-growing area. For cheese lovers, try not to miss the “Vieux Lille”, the “Maroilles” (the most refined of strong cheeses) and “boulettes” from nearby Avesnes. As for the sweet tooth, there are “tarte au sucre”, "tarte à la cassonnade" (brown sugar) and gaufres (waffles) to mention a few.
ON THE CAMPUS
Each university has its own “Restaurant Universitaire” (RU) or cafeteria. At the Catho, the RU is situated at the corner of rue Meurein and Boulevard Vauban.
The university restaurants offer balanced meals at budget prices. They are open for both lunch and dinner. A typical meal includes a starter, a main course and a dessert for about 2.95 €. Meals are paid for by tickets available at a kiosk in the basement. A book of 10 tickets costs 29,50 €.
BANKS
Banks are usually open Monday to Friday, from 9am to 12pm and from 2pm to 5pm, on Saturdays from 9pm to 12pm.
Opening a non-resident account is very easy. To open an account, you will need a passport or other proof of identity and proof of residence here in France (housing contract or confirmation from the university accommodation office).
MEDICAL SERVICES
University medical centre : Centre Polyvalent de Santé universitaire(CPSU)
There is a medical centre on campus at Lille Catholic University.
It is situated 67 Boulevard Vauban, First Floor Tel: 03 28 04 02 40.
A general practitioner can see you from Monday to Friday 8 am - 7 pm;
You can also ask for an appointment with a gynaecologist, a psychologist or a dietician.
STUDENT CLUBS & SOCIETIES
“LA FEDE”This organisation, similar to a British students’ union, coordinates all the student clubs and societies at Lille Catholic University. It represents students and defends their rights.
It offers :
- an international club. Its aim is to facilitate international students' integration and favour the exchanges between French and international students. It organises visits,parties...
- cultural activities: Rock club, ciné club, photo club …
- services: photo developing, shows, sport and cinema,..
- a solidartiy centre wich coordinates humanitarian actions
- a housing file available on the website
Student Life
In 2004, as Europe's Capital of Culture, Lille hosted more than 2000 events.
Its nine million visitors relished in a real cultural feast at the European crossroad, just 38 minutes from Brussels, 1 hour from Paris and 1h 40 from London. Today, you can enjoy the numerous concerts, visit the different museums: Palais des Beaux-Arts (the biggest fine arts museum in France after the Louvre), Charles de Gaulle’s House (Lille is his birthplace), the Museum Hospice Comtesse…
Lille really deserves its title of City of Heritage and Art. Besides its colourful Flemish architecture and its narrow ornamented facades (like the old textile exchange ’La Vieille Bourse’), Lille has a rich and varied heritage. French classical style houses line the imposing "grands boulevards" and form a contrast with the "Maisons Folie" - former factories (textile, brewery) that are experiencing a new start as cultural and meeting centres. Markets and regional food and drink specialities will also represent a delicious part of your stay.
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