Study in Luxembourg

Study in Luxembourg: Luxembourg, a small but vibrant European nation, offers a unique blend of high-quality education, multilingual programs, and a multicultural environment, making it an attractive destination for international students. Here is a comprehensive guide covering universities, courses, eligibility, application processes, scholarships, and placements in Luxembourg.

Universities and Courses

The primary institution for higher education in Luxembourg is the University of Luxembourg, founded in 2003. It is a public research university known for its multilingualism, international outlook, and research-oriented programs. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate, masters, and doctoral programs across three faculties:

1. Faculty of Science, Technology, and Medicine

+ Bachelor's Programs: Applied Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics

+ Master's Programs: Cybersecurity, Space Technologies, Biomedicine, Data Science, Engineering

2. Faculty of Law, Economics, and Finance

+ Bachelor's Programs: Law, Economics, Management

+ Master's Programs: European and International Financial Law, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Wealth Management

3. Faculty of Humanities, Education, and Social Sciences

+ Bachelor's Programs: European Cultures, Educational Sciences

+ Master's Programs: Contemporary European History, Learning and Communication in Multilingual Contexts

Luxembourg offers several scholarships to aid international students, including those from India. These scholarships are designed to attract talented individuals to pursue higher education in the country. Here are some notable opportunities:

1. Guillaume Dupaix International Master Scholarship

+ Eligibility: International students with excellent academic records can apply for a two-year full-time master’s program at the University of Luxembourg.

+ Benefits: A stipend of €10,000 per academic year for up to two years, intended to cover accommodation and other expenses.

+ Application Process: Applicants must first secure admission to a master’s program. After receiving an admission offer, they can apply for the scholarship through the university’s online portal.

+ Deadline: Typically, applications close on March 31 for programs starting in September.

2. Le Sinner Scholarship

+ Eligibility: Students from European Union (EU) countries enrolled in undergraduate or masters programs at the University of Luxembourg.

+ Benefits: Total funding of €30,000 per year, split between six candidates.

+ Application Process: Similar to the Guillaume Dupaix Scholarship, applicants must first gain admission and then apply separately for the scholarship.

+ Deadline: Application deadlines usually align with academic admissions cycles.

To study in Luxembourg, the required exams depend on the level of study (bachelor's, master's or PhD) and the specific program. Below are the general exam requirements:

1. Language proficiency test

Since Luxembourg offers programs in English, French and German, you may need to prove your proficiency in one or more of these languages.

For English Taught Programs:

2. Academic Entrance Exams 

These are required based on the program and university: 

For Bachelor’s Programs: 

+ Luxembourg may not require SAT or ACT, but some competitive programs might ask for them. 

+ A recognized secondary school diploma equivalent to the Luxembourgish “Diplôme de fin d’études secondaires.” 

For Master’s Programs: 

+ Some business and management courses may require GMAT (Minimum 600) or GRE scores. 

3. Other Tests (If Applicable) 

Some programs, particularly in **law, medicine, or engineering, may have additional entrance tests or interviews. 

If you are applying for a research-based program, universities may require a research proposal and an interview instead of standardized tests.