Université Catholique de Lille

Founded in 1875, the Université Catholique de Lille is a unique French multidisciplinary institution, bringing together 25 faculties, schools and institutes, as well as a healthcare site. As France’s largest private not-for-profit university, it is committed to higher education, research and healthcare, promoting the humanist and ethical values that have driven it since its inception.

A mission statement of training and innovation

The mission of the Université Catholique de Lille is to train innovative professionals and responsible citizens. It offers training tailored to the needs of the job market, with personalised support, professional development schemes and opportunities for international mobility. Students benefit from help in developing their career plans, services to make daily life easier, and a student life full of cultural, sporting and community activities.

An international outlook and/or The advantages of the faculties in 3rd point

True to its tradition of openness, the Université Catholique de Lille has been a pioneer in the development of international mobility since the 1970s. Today, it maintains partnerships with 558 universities around the world, offering students, teaching and research staff numerous opportunities for sharing and collaboration. Thanks to the Erasmus+ programme, the university is also strengthening its relations with neighbouring EU countries, thereby contributing to a positive and united vision of the world.