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WELCOME TO BRUSSELS WELCOME TO VUB
ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020
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WELCOME TO ORIENTATION DAY
WHATrsquoS ON THE AGENDA TODAY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Then a tour of the campus with ESN
Finally the best bit drinks amp a chance to mingle
amp meet people
First presentations on
VUB student associations
exchange procedures e-tools ESN
language courses etc
CONTENT
bull Overview VUB
bull International Relations office
bull Administration in Brussels
bull Living in Brussels
bull Travelling in Belgium amp Europe
bull Life VUB
bull VUB Departments
Presentation on Student Site studentvubbeeninternational-student-lifearrive
| 3
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
AN INTRODUCTION TO OUR SELF-SERVICE E-TOOLS
HOW TO BE INFORMED
Student Information
WELCOME TO OUR ONLINE WORLDDo-it-yourself but help available
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 6
At VUB you have to search for information on several online platforms
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 7
Countries cultures and universities have different ways of dealing with information
VUB expects quite a lot of independency of students
Students have to actively look for information online
VUB has several online application and information tools
Donrsquot be afraid to ask for help
DO-IT-YOURSELF
OUR INFORMATION CULTURE
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 8
Canvas
STUDENTVUB
Student SelfService
OVERVIEW
A WEB OF TOOLS Manual timetableiCalendar
Mytimetable
Office 365
MY COURSES
MY CLASSESMY ADMINISTRATION
MY WORK STATIONCENTRAL PLATFORM
STUDENTVUBBEThe mother of all student information
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 10
The student portal STUDENTVUB is the central gateway This website explains how VUB works and provides the latest news about campus life
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 11
THE STUDENT WEBSITE OF VUB
STUDENTVUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 12
VUB explained how the university works
bull Education and study guidance
bull Administration and practical stuff
bull Services and campus life
VUB linked access all e-tools and applications
VUB up-to-date latest news and events
STUDENTVUBBE
THE STUDENT WEBSITE OF VUB
NetID amp EMAILOnline access key and official communication
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 14
bull After enrolment create NetID and password
bull You need your NetID to activate your email address and access the wifi network VUBnext
bull Log in to the different applications with your email (firstnamelastnamevubbe)
bull Only use your VUB-email to contact VUB services and professors
NET ID AND EMAIL
ACCESS AND OFFICIAL COMMUNICATION
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 15
GO TO STUDENTVUB gt CAMPUS LIFE gt ICT gt NET ID AND EMAIL
PERSONAL ACCOUNT MANAGER
OFFICE 365Storage collaboration andcommunication tools
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 17
Office 365 is an onlineoffline workspace You can share co-edit en store documents The package contains your official vubbe email and Skype for business
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 18
OFFICE 365
PORTALOFFICECOM
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 19
Go to portalofficecom and log in with your VUB email address firstnamelastnamevubbe + password
Office software Word Excel Powerpoint Outlook hellip
bull Install software on 5 different computers
bull Use software online
Skype for business chat and video chat
Collaboration share documents with other students and co-work on them
Storage and back-up 1 terrabyte
OFFICE 365
WORK STATION
STUDENT
SELFSERVICEManage your administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 21
The Student SelfServiceis a personalised website to manage student administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 22
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 23
Course registration
bull only courses registered here are official faculty will register them for you
Manage personal data
bull Name used on official documents
bull How you will be contacted by the university
Tuition fee and invoice
Consult exam results and transcript of records
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
CANVASOnline courses
Titel van de presentatie
7-2-2020 | 25
Canvas is a personalised online learning environment It is the place where professors post their study materials and announcements for the class group
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 26
bull Course material and slides
bull Messages of your professors
bull Faculty messages and oral exam registration
Your courses will only appear in Canvas if you registered them in your SelfService
If your faculty hasnrsquot registered them for you yet you can look up the courses manually and check the announcements and documents in Canvas
CANVAS
ONLINE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
TIMETABLESWhen and where you have class
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 28
You can check the timetables for student groups or for seperate courses on studentvubbe You can also use the My Timetable app and the iCalendar function
Last minute changes possible check your schedule on a daily basis
TIMETABLES
WHEN AND WHERE YOU HAVE CLASS
WEB ROOM BOOKINGBook your classroom or meeting space
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 30
bull Quiet space on campus to work on a group assignment with fellow students
bull Online reservation
bull From 1 week to 1 day in advance
WEB ROOM BOOKING
BOOK YOUR CLASSROOM OR MEETING SPACE
VUB STUDENT EVENTSAn overview of all student events at the VUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 32
Follow our Facebookpage studenteventsvub
On this page we collect all events for and by students to make sure you know where to go after classes
Your student event on our page Send us a message
VUB STUDENT EVENTS
DONrsquoT MISS OUT AND SHARE YOUR EVENT
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 33
Now hellip
what should you remember
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 34
1 You have to inform yourself online
2 VUB has (too) many different tools
3 Use STUDENTVUBBE as a starting point
1 Homepage access to all tools
2 Services gt ICT
1 What do I need them for
2 How can I access them
3 Where can I get help
4 Questions or difficulties to get online go to student information
WHAT SHOULD YOU REMEMBER
STUDENTVUBBE
GOOD LUCKAnd do not hesitate to contact us
Student Information
Building D
+32 2 629 20 10
infovubbe
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
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8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
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Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
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ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
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Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
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Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
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Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
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Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
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BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
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Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
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13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
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14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
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22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
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Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
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24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
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31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
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Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
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LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
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Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
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Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
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Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
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Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
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Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
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bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
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HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 2: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/2.jpg)
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WELCOME TO ORIENTATION DAY
WHATrsquoS ON THE AGENDA TODAY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Then a tour of the campus with ESN
Finally the best bit drinks amp a chance to mingle
amp meet people
First presentations on
VUB student associations
exchange procedures e-tools ESN
language courses etc
CONTENT
bull Overview VUB
bull International Relations office
bull Administration in Brussels
bull Living in Brussels
bull Travelling in Belgium amp Europe
bull Life VUB
bull VUB Departments
Presentation on Student Site studentvubbeeninternational-student-lifearrive
| 3
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
AN INTRODUCTION TO OUR SELF-SERVICE E-TOOLS
HOW TO BE INFORMED
Student Information
WELCOME TO OUR ONLINE WORLDDo-it-yourself but help available
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 6
At VUB you have to search for information on several online platforms
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 7
Countries cultures and universities have different ways of dealing with information
VUB expects quite a lot of independency of students
Students have to actively look for information online
VUB has several online application and information tools
Donrsquot be afraid to ask for help
DO-IT-YOURSELF
OUR INFORMATION CULTURE
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 8
Canvas
STUDENTVUB
Student SelfService
OVERVIEW
A WEB OF TOOLS Manual timetableiCalendar
Mytimetable
Office 365
MY COURSES
MY CLASSESMY ADMINISTRATION
MY WORK STATIONCENTRAL PLATFORM
STUDENTVUBBEThe mother of all student information
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 10
The student portal STUDENTVUB is the central gateway This website explains how VUB works and provides the latest news about campus life
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 11
THE STUDENT WEBSITE OF VUB
STUDENTVUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 12
VUB explained how the university works
bull Education and study guidance
bull Administration and practical stuff
bull Services and campus life
VUB linked access all e-tools and applications
VUB up-to-date latest news and events
STUDENTVUBBE
THE STUDENT WEBSITE OF VUB
NetID amp EMAILOnline access key and official communication
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 14
bull After enrolment create NetID and password
bull You need your NetID to activate your email address and access the wifi network VUBnext
bull Log in to the different applications with your email (firstnamelastnamevubbe)
bull Only use your VUB-email to contact VUB services and professors
NET ID AND EMAIL
ACCESS AND OFFICIAL COMMUNICATION
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 15
GO TO STUDENTVUB gt CAMPUS LIFE gt ICT gt NET ID AND EMAIL
PERSONAL ACCOUNT MANAGER
OFFICE 365Storage collaboration andcommunication tools
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 17
Office 365 is an onlineoffline workspace You can share co-edit en store documents The package contains your official vubbe email and Skype for business
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 18
OFFICE 365
PORTALOFFICECOM
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 19
Go to portalofficecom and log in with your VUB email address firstnamelastnamevubbe + password
Office software Word Excel Powerpoint Outlook hellip
bull Install software on 5 different computers
bull Use software online
Skype for business chat and video chat
Collaboration share documents with other students and co-work on them
Storage and back-up 1 terrabyte
OFFICE 365
WORK STATION
STUDENT
SELFSERVICEManage your administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 21
The Student SelfServiceis a personalised website to manage student administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 22
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 23
Course registration
bull only courses registered here are official faculty will register them for you
Manage personal data
bull Name used on official documents
bull How you will be contacted by the university
Tuition fee and invoice
Consult exam results and transcript of records
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
CANVASOnline courses
Titel van de presentatie
7-2-2020 | 25
Canvas is a personalised online learning environment It is the place where professors post their study materials and announcements for the class group
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 26
bull Course material and slides
bull Messages of your professors
bull Faculty messages and oral exam registration
Your courses will only appear in Canvas if you registered them in your SelfService
If your faculty hasnrsquot registered them for you yet you can look up the courses manually and check the announcements and documents in Canvas
CANVAS
ONLINE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
TIMETABLESWhen and where you have class
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 28
You can check the timetables for student groups or for seperate courses on studentvubbe You can also use the My Timetable app and the iCalendar function
Last minute changes possible check your schedule on a daily basis
TIMETABLES
WHEN AND WHERE YOU HAVE CLASS
WEB ROOM BOOKINGBook your classroom or meeting space
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 30
bull Quiet space on campus to work on a group assignment with fellow students
bull Online reservation
bull From 1 week to 1 day in advance
WEB ROOM BOOKING
BOOK YOUR CLASSROOM OR MEETING SPACE
VUB STUDENT EVENTSAn overview of all student events at the VUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 32
Follow our Facebookpage studenteventsvub
On this page we collect all events for and by students to make sure you know where to go after classes
Your student event on our page Send us a message
VUB STUDENT EVENTS
DONrsquoT MISS OUT AND SHARE YOUR EVENT
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 33
Now hellip
what should you remember
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 34
1 You have to inform yourself online
2 VUB has (too) many different tools
3 Use STUDENTVUBBE as a starting point
1 Homepage access to all tools
2 Services gt ICT
1 What do I need them for
2 How can I access them
3 Where can I get help
4 Questions or difficulties to get online go to student information
WHAT SHOULD YOU REMEMBER
STUDENTVUBBE
GOOD LUCKAnd do not hesitate to contact us
Student Information
Building D
+32 2 629 20 10
infovubbe
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
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CONTENT
bull Overview VUB
bull International Relations office
bull Administration in Brussels
bull Living in Brussels
bull Travelling in Belgium amp Europe
bull Life VUB
bull VUB Departments
Presentation on Student Site studentvubbeeninternational-student-lifearrive
| 3
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
AN INTRODUCTION TO OUR SELF-SERVICE E-TOOLS
HOW TO BE INFORMED
Student Information
WELCOME TO OUR ONLINE WORLDDo-it-yourself but help available
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 6
At VUB you have to search for information on several online platforms
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 7
Countries cultures and universities have different ways of dealing with information
VUB expects quite a lot of independency of students
Students have to actively look for information online
VUB has several online application and information tools
Donrsquot be afraid to ask for help
DO-IT-YOURSELF
OUR INFORMATION CULTURE
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 8
Canvas
STUDENTVUB
Student SelfService
OVERVIEW
A WEB OF TOOLS Manual timetableiCalendar
Mytimetable
Office 365
MY COURSES
MY CLASSESMY ADMINISTRATION
MY WORK STATIONCENTRAL PLATFORM
STUDENTVUBBEThe mother of all student information
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 10
The student portal STUDENTVUB is the central gateway This website explains how VUB works and provides the latest news about campus life
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 11
THE STUDENT WEBSITE OF VUB
STUDENTVUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 12
VUB explained how the university works
bull Education and study guidance
bull Administration and practical stuff
bull Services and campus life
VUB linked access all e-tools and applications
VUB up-to-date latest news and events
STUDENTVUBBE
THE STUDENT WEBSITE OF VUB
NetID amp EMAILOnline access key and official communication
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 14
bull After enrolment create NetID and password
bull You need your NetID to activate your email address and access the wifi network VUBnext
bull Log in to the different applications with your email (firstnamelastnamevubbe)
bull Only use your VUB-email to contact VUB services and professors
NET ID AND EMAIL
ACCESS AND OFFICIAL COMMUNICATION
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 15
GO TO STUDENTVUB gt CAMPUS LIFE gt ICT gt NET ID AND EMAIL
PERSONAL ACCOUNT MANAGER
OFFICE 365Storage collaboration andcommunication tools
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 17
Office 365 is an onlineoffline workspace You can share co-edit en store documents The package contains your official vubbe email and Skype for business
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 18
OFFICE 365
PORTALOFFICECOM
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 19
Go to portalofficecom and log in with your VUB email address firstnamelastnamevubbe + password
Office software Word Excel Powerpoint Outlook hellip
bull Install software on 5 different computers
bull Use software online
Skype for business chat and video chat
Collaboration share documents with other students and co-work on them
Storage and back-up 1 terrabyte
OFFICE 365
WORK STATION
STUDENT
SELFSERVICEManage your administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 21
The Student SelfServiceis a personalised website to manage student administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 22
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 23
Course registration
bull only courses registered here are official faculty will register them for you
Manage personal data
bull Name used on official documents
bull How you will be contacted by the university
Tuition fee and invoice
Consult exam results and transcript of records
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
CANVASOnline courses
Titel van de presentatie
7-2-2020 | 25
Canvas is a personalised online learning environment It is the place where professors post their study materials and announcements for the class group
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 26
bull Course material and slides
bull Messages of your professors
bull Faculty messages and oral exam registration
Your courses will only appear in Canvas if you registered them in your SelfService
If your faculty hasnrsquot registered them for you yet you can look up the courses manually and check the announcements and documents in Canvas
CANVAS
ONLINE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
TIMETABLESWhen and where you have class
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 28
You can check the timetables for student groups or for seperate courses on studentvubbe You can also use the My Timetable app and the iCalendar function
Last minute changes possible check your schedule on a daily basis
TIMETABLES
WHEN AND WHERE YOU HAVE CLASS
WEB ROOM BOOKINGBook your classroom or meeting space
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 30
bull Quiet space on campus to work on a group assignment with fellow students
bull Online reservation
bull From 1 week to 1 day in advance
WEB ROOM BOOKING
BOOK YOUR CLASSROOM OR MEETING SPACE
VUB STUDENT EVENTSAn overview of all student events at the VUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 32
Follow our Facebookpage studenteventsvub
On this page we collect all events for and by students to make sure you know where to go after classes
Your student event on our page Send us a message
VUB STUDENT EVENTS
DONrsquoT MISS OUT AND SHARE YOUR EVENT
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 33
Now hellip
what should you remember
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 34
1 You have to inform yourself online
2 VUB has (too) many different tools
3 Use STUDENTVUBBE as a starting point
1 Homepage access to all tools
2 Services gt ICT
1 What do I need them for
2 How can I access them
3 Where can I get help
4 Questions or difficulties to get online go to student information
WHAT SHOULD YOU REMEMBER
STUDENTVUBBE
GOOD LUCKAnd do not hesitate to contact us
Student Information
Building D
+32 2 629 20 10
infovubbe
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
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ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
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Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
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| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
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| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
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| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
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| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
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| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
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| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
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| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 4: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/4.jpg)
AN INTRODUCTION TO OUR SELF-SERVICE E-TOOLS
HOW TO BE INFORMED
Student Information
WELCOME TO OUR ONLINE WORLDDo-it-yourself but help available
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 6
At VUB you have to search for information on several online platforms
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 7
Countries cultures and universities have different ways of dealing with information
VUB expects quite a lot of independency of students
Students have to actively look for information online
VUB has several online application and information tools
Donrsquot be afraid to ask for help
DO-IT-YOURSELF
OUR INFORMATION CULTURE
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 8
Canvas
STUDENTVUB
Student SelfService
OVERVIEW
A WEB OF TOOLS Manual timetableiCalendar
Mytimetable
Office 365
MY COURSES
MY CLASSESMY ADMINISTRATION
MY WORK STATIONCENTRAL PLATFORM
STUDENTVUBBEThe mother of all student information
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 10
The student portal STUDENTVUB is the central gateway This website explains how VUB works and provides the latest news about campus life
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 11
THE STUDENT WEBSITE OF VUB
STUDENTVUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 12
VUB explained how the university works
bull Education and study guidance
bull Administration and practical stuff
bull Services and campus life
VUB linked access all e-tools and applications
VUB up-to-date latest news and events
STUDENTVUBBE
THE STUDENT WEBSITE OF VUB
NetID amp EMAILOnline access key and official communication
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 14
bull After enrolment create NetID and password
bull You need your NetID to activate your email address and access the wifi network VUBnext
bull Log in to the different applications with your email (firstnamelastnamevubbe)
bull Only use your VUB-email to contact VUB services and professors
NET ID AND EMAIL
ACCESS AND OFFICIAL COMMUNICATION
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 15
GO TO STUDENTVUB gt CAMPUS LIFE gt ICT gt NET ID AND EMAIL
PERSONAL ACCOUNT MANAGER
OFFICE 365Storage collaboration andcommunication tools
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 17
Office 365 is an onlineoffline workspace You can share co-edit en store documents The package contains your official vubbe email and Skype for business
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 18
OFFICE 365
PORTALOFFICECOM
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 19
Go to portalofficecom and log in with your VUB email address firstnamelastnamevubbe + password
Office software Word Excel Powerpoint Outlook hellip
bull Install software on 5 different computers
bull Use software online
Skype for business chat and video chat
Collaboration share documents with other students and co-work on them
Storage and back-up 1 terrabyte
OFFICE 365
WORK STATION
STUDENT
SELFSERVICEManage your administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 21
The Student SelfServiceis a personalised website to manage student administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 22
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 23
Course registration
bull only courses registered here are official faculty will register them for you
Manage personal data
bull Name used on official documents
bull How you will be contacted by the university
Tuition fee and invoice
Consult exam results and transcript of records
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
CANVASOnline courses
Titel van de presentatie
7-2-2020 | 25
Canvas is a personalised online learning environment It is the place where professors post their study materials and announcements for the class group
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 26
bull Course material and slides
bull Messages of your professors
bull Faculty messages and oral exam registration
Your courses will only appear in Canvas if you registered them in your SelfService
If your faculty hasnrsquot registered them for you yet you can look up the courses manually and check the announcements and documents in Canvas
CANVAS
ONLINE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
TIMETABLESWhen and where you have class
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 28
You can check the timetables for student groups or for seperate courses on studentvubbe You can also use the My Timetable app and the iCalendar function
Last minute changes possible check your schedule on a daily basis
TIMETABLES
WHEN AND WHERE YOU HAVE CLASS
WEB ROOM BOOKINGBook your classroom or meeting space
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 30
bull Quiet space on campus to work on a group assignment with fellow students
bull Online reservation
bull From 1 week to 1 day in advance
WEB ROOM BOOKING
BOOK YOUR CLASSROOM OR MEETING SPACE
VUB STUDENT EVENTSAn overview of all student events at the VUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 32
Follow our Facebookpage studenteventsvub
On this page we collect all events for and by students to make sure you know where to go after classes
Your student event on our page Send us a message
VUB STUDENT EVENTS
DONrsquoT MISS OUT AND SHARE YOUR EVENT
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 33
Now hellip
what should you remember
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 34
1 You have to inform yourself online
2 VUB has (too) many different tools
3 Use STUDENTVUBBE as a starting point
1 Homepage access to all tools
2 Services gt ICT
1 What do I need them for
2 How can I access them
3 Where can I get help
4 Questions or difficulties to get online go to student information
WHAT SHOULD YOU REMEMBER
STUDENTVUBBE
GOOD LUCKAnd do not hesitate to contact us
Student Information
Building D
+32 2 629 20 10
infovubbe
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
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WELCOME TO OUR ONLINE WORLDDo-it-yourself but help available
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 6
At VUB you have to search for information on several online platforms
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 7
Countries cultures and universities have different ways of dealing with information
VUB expects quite a lot of independency of students
Students have to actively look for information online
VUB has several online application and information tools
Donrsquot be afraid to ask for help
DO-IT-YOURSELF
OUR INFORMATION CULTURE
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 8
Canvas
STUDENTVUB
Student SelfService
OVERVIEW
A WEB OF TOOLS Manual timetableiCalendar
Mytimetable
Office 365
MY COURSES
MY CLASSESMY ADMINISTRATION
MY WORK STATIONCENTRAL PLATFORM
STUDENTVUBBEThe mother of all student information
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 10
The student portal STUDENTVUB is the central gateway This website explains how VUB works and provides the latest news about campus life
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 11
THE STUDENT WEBSITE OF VUB
STUDENTVUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 12
VUB explained how the university works
bull Education and study guidance
bull Administration and practical stuff
bull Services and campus life
VUB linked access all e-tools and applications
VUB up-to-date latest news and events
STUDENTVUBBE
THE STUDENT WEBSITE OF VUB
NetID amp EMAILOnline access key and official communication
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 14
bull After enrolment create NetID and password
bull You need your NetID to activate your email address and access the wifi network VUBnext
bull Log in to the different applications with your email (firstnamelastnamevubbe)
bull Only use your VUB-email to contact VUB services and professors
NET ID AND EMAIL
ACCESS AND OFFICIAL COMMUNICATION
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 15
GO TO STUDENTVUB gt CAMPUS LIFE gt ICT gt NET ID AND EMAIL
PERSONAL ACCOUNT MANAGER
OFFICE 365Storage collaboration andcommunication tools
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 17
Office 365 is an onlineoffline workspace You can share co-edit en store documents The package contains your official vubbe email and Skype for business
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 18
OFFICE 365
PORTALOFFICECOM
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 19
Go to portalofficecom and log in with your VUB email address firstnamelastnamevubbe + password
Office software Word Excel Powerpoint Outlook hellip
bull Install software on 5 different computers
bull Use software online
Skype for business chat and video chat
Collaboration share documents with other students and co-work on them
Storage and back-up 1 terrabyte
OFFICE 365
WORK STATION
STUDENT
SELFSERVICEManage your administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 21
The Student SelfServiceis a personalised website to manage student administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 22
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 23
Course registration
bull only courses registered here are official faculty will register them for you
Manage personal data
bull Name used on official documents
bull How you will be contacted by the university
Tuition fee and invoice
Consult exam results and transcript of records
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
CANVASOnline courses
Titel van de presentatie
7-2-2020 | 25
Canvas is a personalised online learning environment It is the place where professors post their study materials and announcements for the class group
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 26
bull Course material and slides
bull Messages of your professors
bull Faculty messages and oral exam registration
Your courses will only appear in Canvas if you registered them in your SelfService
If your faculty hasnrsquot registered them for you yet you can look up the courses manually and check the announcements and documents in Canvas
CANVAS
ONLINE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
TIMETABLESWhen and where you have class
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 28
You can check the timetables for student groups or for seperate courses on studentvubbe You can also use the My Timetable app and the iCalendar function
Last minute changes possible check your schedule on a daily basis
TIMETABLES
WHEN AND WHERE YOU HAVE CLASS
WEB ROOM BOOKINGBook your classroom or meeting space
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 30
bull Quiet space on campus to work on a group assignment with fellow students
bull Online reservation
bull From 1 week to 1 day in advance
WEB ROOM BOOKING
BOOK YOUR CLASSROOM OR MEETING SPACE
VUB STUDENT EVENTSAn overview of all student events at the VUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 32
Follow our Facebookpage studenteventsvub
On this page we collect all events for and by students to make sure you know where to go after classes
Your student event on our page Send us a message
VUB STUDENT EVENTS
DONrsquoT MISS OUT AND SHARE YOUR EVENT
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 33
Now hellip
what should you remember
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 34
1 You have to inform yourself online
2 VUB has (too) many different tools
3 Use STUDENTVUBBE as a starting point
1 Homepage access to all tools
2 Services gt ICT
1 What do I need them for
2 How can I access them
3 Where can I get help
4 Questions or difficulties to get online go to student information
WHAT SHOULD YOU REMEMBER
STUDENTVUBBE
GOOD LUCKAnd do not hesitate to contact us
Student Information
Building D
+32 2 629 20 10
infovubbe
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
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How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 6
At VUB you have to search for information on several online platforms
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 7
Countries cultures and universities have different ways of dealing with information
VUB expects quite a lot of independency of students
Students have to actively look for information online
VUB has several online application and information tools
Donrsquot be afraid to ask for help
DO-IT-YOURSELF
OUR INFORMATION CULTURE
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 8
Canvas
STUDENTVUB
Student SelfService
OVERVIEW
A WEB OF TOOLS Manual timetableiCalendar
Mytimetable
Office 365
MY COURSES
MY CLASSESMY ADMINISTRATION
MY WORK STATIONCENTRAL PLATFORM
STUDENTVUBBEThe mother of all student information
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 10
The student portal STUDENTVUB is the central gateway This website explains how VUB works and provides the latest news about campus life
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 11
THE STUDENT WEBSITE OF VUB
STUDENTVUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 12
VUB explained how the university works
bull Education and study guidance
bull Administration and practical stuff
bull Services and campus life
VUB linked access all e-tools and applications
VUB up-to-date latest news and events
STUDENTVUBBE
THE STUDENT WEBSITE OF VUB
NetID amp EMAILOnline access key and official communication
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 14
bull After enrolment create NetID and password
bull You need your NetID to activate your email address and access the wifi network VUBnext
bull Log in to the different applications with your email (firstnamelastnamevubbe)
bull Only use your VUB-email to contact VUB services and professors
NET ID AND EMAIL
ACCESS AND OFFICIAL COMMUNICATION
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 15
GO TO STUDENTVUB gt CAMPUS LIFE gt ICT gt NET ID AND EMAIL
PERSONAL ACCOUNT MANAGER
OFFICE 365Storage collaboration andcommunication tools
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 17
Office 365 is an onlineoffline workspace You can share co-edit en store documents The package contains your official vubbe email and Skype for business
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 18
OFFICE 365
PORTALOFFICECOM
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 19
Go to portalofficecom and log in with your VUB email address firstnamelastnamevubbe + password
Office software Word Excel Powerpoint Outlook hellip
bull Install software on 5 different computers
bull Use software online
Skype for business chat and video chat
Collaboration share documents with other students and co-work on them
Storage and back-up 1 terrabyte
OFFICE 365
WORK STATION
STUDENT
SELFSERVICEManage your administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 21
The Student SelfServiceis a personalised website to manage student administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 22
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 23
Course registration
bull only courses registered here are official faculty will register them for you
Manage personal data
bull Name used on official documents
bull How you will be contacted by the university
Tuition fee and invoice
Consult exam results and transcript of records
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
CANVASOnline courses
Titel van de presentatie
7-2-2020 | 25
Canvas is a personalised online learning environment It is the place where professors post their study materials and announcements for the class group
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 26
bull Course material and slides
bull Messages of your professors
bull Faculty messages and oral exam registration
Your courses will only appear in Canvas if you registered them in your SelfService
If your faculty hasnrsquot registered them for you yet you can look up the courses manually and check the announcements and documents in Canvas
CANVAS
ONLINE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
TIMETABLESWhen and where you have class
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 28
You can check the timetables for student groups or for seperate courses on studentvubbe You can also use the My Timetable app and the iCalendar function
Last minute changes possible check your schedule on a daily basis
TIMETABLES
WHEN AND WHERE YOU HAVE CLASS
WEB ROOM BOOKINGBook your classroom or meeting space
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 30
bull Quiet space on campus to work on a group assignment with fellow students
bull Online reservation
bull From 1 week to 1 day in advance
WEB ROOM BOOKING
BOOK YOUR CLASSROOM OR MEETING SPACE
VUB STUDENT EVENTSAn overview of all student events at the VUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 32
Follow our Facebookpage studenteventsvub
On this page we collect all events for and by students to make sure you know where to go after classes
Your student event on our page Send us a message
VUB STUDENT EVENTS
DONrsquoT MISS OUT AND SHARE YOUR EVENT
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 33
Now hellip
what should you remember
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 34
1 You have to inform yourself online
2 VUB has (too) many different tools
3 Use STUDENTVUBBE as a starting point
1 Homepage access to all tools
2 Services gt ICT
1 What do I need them for
2 How can I access them
3 Where can I get help
4 Questions or difficulties to get online go to student information
WHAT SHOULD YOU REMEMBER
STUDENTVUBBE
GOOD LUCKAnd do not hesitate to contact us
Student Information
Building D
+32 2 629 20 10
infovubbe
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
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| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
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| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 7: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/7.jpg)
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 7
Countries cultures and universities have different ways of dealing with information
VUB expects quite a lot of independency of students
Students have to actively look for information online
VUB has several online application and information tools
Donrsquot be afraid to ask for help
DO-IT-YOURSELF
OUR INFORMATION CULTURE
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 8
Canvas
STUDENTVUB
Student SelfService
OVERVIEW
A WEB OF TOOLS Manual timetableiCalendar
Mytimetable
Office 365
MY COURSES
MY CLASSESMY ADMINISTRATION
MY WORK STATIONCENTRAL PLATFORM
STUDENTVUBBEThe mother of all student information
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 10
The student portal STUDENTVUB is the central gateway This website explains how VUB works and provides the latest news about campus life
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 11
THE STUDENT WEBSITE OF VUB
STUDENTVUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 12
VUB explained how the university works
bull Education and study guidance
bull Administration and practical stuff
bull Services and campus life
VUB linked access all e-tools and applications
VUB up-to-date latest news and events
STUDENTVUBBE
THE STUDENT WEBSITE OF VUB
NetID amp EMAILOnline access key and official communication
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 14
bull After enrolment create NetID and password
bull You need your NetID to activate your email address and access the wifi network VUBnext
bull Log in to the different applications with your email (firstnamelastnamevubbe)
bull Only use your VUB-email to contact VUB services and professors
NET ID AND EMAIL
ACCESS AND OFFICIAL COMMUNICATION
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 15
GO TO STUDENTVUB gt CAMPUS LIFE gt ICT gt NET ID AND EMAIL
PERSONAL ACCOUNT MANAGER
OFFICE 365Storage collaboration andcommunication tools
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 17
Office 365 is an onlineoffline workspace You can share co-edit en store documents The package contains your official vubbe email and Skype for business
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 18
OFFICE 365
PORTALOFFICECOM
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 19
Go to portalofficecom and log in with your VUB email address firstnamelastnamevubbe + password
Office software Word Excel Powerpoint Outlook hellip
bull Install software on 5 different computers
bull Use software online
Skype for business chat and video chat
Collaboration share documents with other students and co-work on them
Storage and back-up 1 terrabyte
OFFICE 365
WORK STATION
STUDENT
SELFSERVICEManage your administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 21
The Student SelfServiceis a personalised website to manage student administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 22
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 23
Course registration
bull only courses registered here are official faculty will register them for you
Manage personal data
bull Name used on official documents
bull How you will be contacted by the university
Tuition fee and invoice
Consult exam results and transcript of records
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
CANVASOnline courses
Titel van de presentatie
7-2-2020 | 25
Canvas is a personalised online learning environment It is the place where professors post their study materials and announcements for the class group
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 26
bull Course material and slides
bull Messages of your professors
bull Faculty messages and oral exam registration
Your courses will only appear in Canvas if you registered them in your SelfService
If your faculty hasnrsquot registered them for you yet you can look up the courses manually and check the announcements and documents in Canvas
CANVAS
ONLINE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
TIMETABLESWhen and where you have class
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 28
You can check the timetables for student groups or for seperate courses on studentvubbe You can also use the My Timetable app and the iCalendar function
Last minute changes possible check your schedule on a daily basis
TIMETABLES
WHEN AND WHERE YOU HAVE CLASS
WEB ROOM BOOKINGBook your classroom or meeting space
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 30
bull Quiet space on campus to work on a group assignment with fellow students
bull Online reservation
bull From 1 week to 1 day in advance
WEB ROOM BOOKING
BOOK YOUR CLASSROOM OR MEETING SPACE
VUB STUDENT EVENTSAn overview of all student events at the VUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 32
Follow our Facebookpage studenteventsvub
On this page we collect all events for and by students to make sure you know where to go after classes
Your student event on our page Send us a message
VUB STUDENT EVENTS
DONrsquoT MISS OUT AND SHARE YOUR EVENT
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 33
Now hellip
what should you remember
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 34
1 You have to inform yourself online
2 VUB has (too) many different tools
3 Use STUDENTVUBBE as a starting point
1 Homepage access to all tools
2 Services gt ICT
1 What do I need them for
2 How can I access them
3 Where can I get help
4 Questions or difficulties to get online go to student information
WHAT SHOULD YOU REMEMBER
STUDENTVUBBE
GOOD LUCKAnd do not hesitate to contact us
Student Information
Building D
+32 2 629 20 10
infovubbe
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
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How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 8
Canvas
STUDENTVUB
Student SelfService
OVERVIEW
A WEB OF TOOLS Manual timetableiCalendar
Mytimetable
Office 365
MY COURSES
MY CLASSESMY ADMINISTRATION
MY WORK STATIONCENTRAL PLATFORM
STUDENTVUBBEThe mother of all student information
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 10
The student portal STUDENTVUB is the central gateway This website explains how VUB works and provides the latest news about campus life
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 11
THE STUDENT WEBSITE OF VUB
STUDENTVUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 12
VUB explained how the university works
bull Education and study guidance
bull Administration and practical stuff
bull Services and campus life
VUB linked access all e-tools and applications
VUB up-to-date latest news and events
STUDENTVUBBE
THE STUDENT WEBSITE OF VUB
NetID amp EMAILOnline access key and official communication
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 14
bull After enrolment create NetID and password
bull You need your NetID to activate your email address and access the wifi network VUBnext
bull Log in to the different applications with your email (firstnamelastnamevubbe)
bull Only use your VUB-email to contact VUB services and professors
NET ID AND EMAIL
ACCESS AND OFFICIAL COMMUNICATION
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 15
GO TO STUDENTVUB gt CAMPUS LIFE gt ICT gt NET ID AND EMAIL
PERSONAL ACCOUNT MANAGER
OFFICE 365Storage collaboration andcommunication tools
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 17
Office 365 is an onlineoffline workspace You can share co-edit en store documents The package contains your official vubbe email and Skype for business
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 18
OFFICE 365
PORTALOFFICECOM
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 19
Go to portalofficecom and log in with your VUB email address firstnamelastnamevubbe + password
Office software Word Excel Powerpoint Outlook hellip
bull Install software on 5 different computers
bull Use software online
Skype for business chat and video chat
Collaboration share documents with other students and co-work on them
Storage and back-up 1 terrabyte
OFFICE 365
WORK STATION
STUDENT
SELFSERVICEManage your administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 21
The Student SelfServiceis a personalised website to manage student administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 22
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 23
Course registration
bull only courses registered here are official faculty will register them for you
Manage personal data
bull Name used on official documents
bull How you will be contacted by the university
Tuition fee and invoice
Consult exam results and transcript of records
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
CANVASOnline courses
Titel van de presentatie
7-2-2020 | 25
Canvas is a personalised online learning environment It is the place where professors post their study materials and announcements for the class group
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 26
bull Course material and slides
bull Messages of your professors
bull Faculty messages and oral exam registration
Your courses will only appear in Canvas if you registered them in your SelfService
If your faculty hasnrsquot registered them for you yet you can look up the courses manually and check the announcements and documents in Canvas
CANVAS
ONLINE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
TIMETABLESWhen and where you have class
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 28
You can check the timetables for student groups or for seperate courses on studentvubbe You can also use the My Timetable app and the iCalendar function
Last minute changes possible check your schedule on a daily basis
TIMETABLES
WHEN AND WHERE YOU HAVE CLASS
WEB ROOM BOOKINGBook your classroom or meeting space
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 30
bull Quiet space on campus to work on a group assignment with fellow students
bull Online reservation
bull From 1 week to 1 day in advance
WEB ROOM BOOKING
BOOK YOUR CLASSROOM OR MEETING SPACE
VUB STUDENT EVENTSAn overview of all student events at the VUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 32
Follow our Facebookpage studenteventsvub
On this page we collect all events for and by students to make sure you know where to go after classes
Your student event on our page Send us a message
VUB STUDENT EVENTS
DONrsquoT MISS OUT AND SHARE YOUR EVENT
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 33
Now hellip
what should you remember
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 34
1 You have to inform yourself online
2 VUB has (too) many different tools
3 Use STUDENTVUBBE as a starting point
1 Homepage access to all tools
2 Services gt ICT
1 What do I need them for
2 How can I access them
3 Where can I get help
4 Questions or difficulties to get online go to student information
WHAT SHOULD YOU REMEMBER
STUDENTVUBBE
GOOD LUCKAnd do not hesitate to contact us
Student Information
Building D
+32 2 629 20 10
infovubbe
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
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STUDENTVUBBEThe mother of all student information
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 10
The student portal STUDENTVUB is the central gateway This website explains how VUB works and provides the latest news about campus life
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 11
THE STUDENT WEBSITE OF VUB
STUDENTVUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 12
VUB explained how the university works
bull Education and study guidance
bull Administration and practical stuff
bull Services and campus life
VUB linked access all e-tools and applications
VUB up-to-date latest news and events
STUDENTVUBBE
THE STUDENT WEBSITE OF VUB
NetID amp EMAILOnline access key and official communication
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 14
bull After enrolment create NetID and password
bull You need your NetID to activate your email address and access the wifi network VUBnext
bull Log in to the different applications with your email (firstnamelastnamevubbe)
bull Only use your VUB-email to contact VUB services and professors
NET ID AND EMAIL
ACCESS AND OFFICIAL COMMUNICATION
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 15
GO TO STUDENTVUB gt CAMPUS LIFE gt ICT gt NET ID AND EMAIL
PERSONAL ACCOUNT MANAGER
OFFICE 365Storage collaboration andcommunication tools
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 17
Office 365 is an onlineoffline workspace You can share co-edit en store documents The package contains your official vubbe email and Skype for business
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 18
OFFICE 365
PORTALOFFICECOM
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 19
Go to portalofficecom and log in with your VUB email address firstnamelastnamevubbe + password
Office software Word Excel Powerpoint Outlook hellip
bull Install software on 5 different computers
bull Use software online
Skype for business chat and video chat
Collaboration share documents with other students and co-work on them
Storage and back-up 1 terrabyte
OFFICE 365
WORK STATION
STUDENT
SELFSERVICEManage your administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 21
The Student SelfServiceis a personalised website to manage student administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 22
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 23
Course registration
bull only courses registered here are official faculty will register them for you
Manage personal data
bull Name used on official documents
bull How you will be contacted by the university
Tuition fee and invoice
Consult exam results and transcript of records
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
CANVASOnline courses
Titel van de presentatie
7-2-2020 | 25
Canvas is a personalised online learning environment It is the place where professors post their study materials and announcements for the class group
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 26
bull Course material and slides
bull Messages of your professors
bull Faculty messages and oral exam registration
Your courses will only appear in Canvas if you registered them in your SelfService
If your faculty hasnrsquot registered them for you yet you can look up the courses manually and check the announcements and documents in Canvas
CANVAS
ONLINE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
TIMETABLESWhen and where you have class
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 28
You can check the timetables for student groups or for seperate courses on studentvubbe You can also use the My Timetable app and the iCalendar function
Last minute changes possible check your schedule on a daily basis
TIMETABLES
WHEN AND WHERE YOU HAVE CLASS
WEB ROOM BOOKINGBook your classroom or meeting space
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 30
bull Quiet space on campus to work on a group assignment with fellow students
bull Online reservation
bull From 1 week to 1 day in advance
WEB ROOM BOOKING
BOOK YOUR CLASSROOM OR MEETING SPACE
VUB STUDENT EVENTSAn overview of all student events at the VUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 32
Follow our Facebookpage studenteventsvub
On this page we collect all events for and by students to make sure you know where to go after classes
Your student event on our page Send us a message
VUB STUDENT EVENTS
DONrsquoT MISS OUT AND SHARE YOUR EVENT
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 33
Now hellip
what should you remember
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 34
1 You have to inform yourself online
2 VUB has (too) many different tools
3 Use STUDENTVUBBE as a starting point
1 Homepage access to all tools
2 Services gt ICT
1 What do I need them for
2 How can I access them
3 Where can I get help
4 Questions or difficulties to get online go to student information
WHAT SHOULD YOU REMEMBER
STUDENTVUBBE
GOOD LUCKAnd do not hesitate to contact us
Student Information
Building D
+32 2 629 20 10
infovubbe
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
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How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 10
The student portal STUDENTVUB is the central gateway This website explains how VUB works and provides the latest news about campus life
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 11
THE STUDENT WEBSITE OF VUB
STUDENTVUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 12
VUB explained how the university works
bull Education and study guidance
bull Administration and practical stuff
bull Services and campus life
VUB linked access all e-tools and applications
VUB up-to-date latest news and events
STUDENTVUBBE
THE STUDENT WEBSITE OF VUB
NetID amp EMAILOnline access key and official communication
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 14
bull After enrolment create NetID and password
bull You need your NetID to activate your email address and access the wifi network VUBnext
bull Log in to the different applications with your email (firstnamelastnamevubbe)
bull Only use your VUB-email to contact VUB services and professors
NET ID AND EMAIL
ACCESS AND OFFICIAL COMMUNICATION
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 15
GO TO STUDENTVUB gt CAMPUS LIFE gt ICT gt NET ID AND EMAIL
PERSONAL ACCOUNT MANAGER
OFFICE 365Storage collaboration andcommunication tools
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 17
Office 365 is an onlineoffline workspace You can share co-edit en store documents The package contains your official vubbe email and Skype for business
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 18
OFFICE 365
PORTALOFFICECOM
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 19
Go to portalofficecom and log in with your VUB email address firstnamelastnamevubbe + password
Office software Word Excel Powerpoint Outlook hellip
bull Install software on 5 different computers
bull Use software online
Skype for business chat and video chat
Collaboration share documents with other students and co-work on them
Storage and back-up 1 terrabyte
OFFICE 365
WORK STATION
STUDENT
SELFSERVICEManage your administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 21
The Student SelfServiceis a personalised website to manage student administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 22
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 23
Course registration
bull only courses registered here are official faculty will register them for you
Manage personal data
bull Name used on official documents
bull How you will be contacted by the university
Tuition fee and invoice
Consult exam results and transcript of records
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
CANVASOnline courses
Titel van de presentatie
7-2-2020 | 25
Canvas is a personalised online learning environment It is the place where professors post their study materials and announcements for the class group
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 26
bull Course material and slides
bull Messages of your professors
bull Faculty messages and oral exam registration
Your courses will only appear in Canvas if you registered them in your SelfService
If your faculty hasnrsquot registered them for you yet you can look up the courses manually and check the announcements and documents in Canvas
CANVAS
ONLINE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
TIMETABLESWhen and where you have class
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 28
You can check the timetables for student groups or for seperate courses on studentvubbe You can also use the My Timetable app and the iCalendar function
Last minute changes possible check your schedule on a daily basis
TIMETABLES
WHEN AND WHERE YOU HAVE CLASS
WEB ROOM BOOKINGBook your classroom or meeting space
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 30
bull Quiet space on campus to work on a group assignment with fellow students
bull Online reservation
bull From 1 week to 1 day in advance
WEB ROOM BOOKING
BOOK YOUR CLASSROOM OR MEETING SPACE
VUB STUDENT EVENTSAn overview of all student events at the VUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 32
Follow our Facebookpage studenteventsvub
On this page we collect all events for and by students to make sure you know where to go after classes
Your student event on our page Send us a message
VUB STUDENT EVENTS
DONrsquoT MISS OUT AND SHARE YOUR EVENT
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 33
Now hellip
what should you remember
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 34
1 You have to inform yourself online
2 VUB has (too) many different tools
3 Use STUDENTVUBBE as a starting point
1 Homepage access to all tools
2 Services gt ICT
1 What do I need them for
2 How can I access them
3 Where can I get help
4 Questions or difficulties to get online go to student information
WHAT SHOULD YOU REMEMBER
STUDENTVUBBE
GOOD LUCKAnd do not hesitate to contact us
Student Information
Building D
+32 2 629 20 10
infovubbe
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
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How to be informed
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THE STUDENT WEBSITE OF VUB
STUDENTVUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 12
VUB explained how the university works
bull Education and study guidance
bull Administration and practical stuff
bull Services and campus life
VUB linked access all e-tools and applications
VUB up-to-date latest news and events
STUDENTVUBBE
THE STUDENT WEBSITE OF VUB
NetID amp EMAILOnline access key and official communication
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 14
bull After enrolment create NetID and password
bull You need your NetID to activate your email address and access the wifi network VUBnext
bull Log in to the different applications with your email (firstnamelastnamevubbe)
bull Only use your VUB-email to contact VUB services and professors
NET ID AND EMAIL
ACCESS AND OFFICIAL COMMUNICATION
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 15
GO TO STUDENTVUB gt CAMPUS LIFE gt ICT gt NET ID AND EMAIL
PERSONAL ACCOUNT MANAGER
OFFICE 365Storage collaboration andcommunication tools
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 17
Office 365 is an onlineoffline workspace You can share co-edit en store documents The package contains your official vubbe email and Skype for business
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 18
OFFICE 365
PORTALOFFICECOM
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 19
Go to portalofficecom and log in with your VUB email address firstnamelastnamevubbe + password
Office software Word Excel Powerpoint Outlook hellip
bull Install software on 5 different computers
bull Use software online
Skype for business chat and video chat
Collaboration share documents with other students and co-work on them
Storage and back-up 1 terrabyte
OFFICE 365
WORK STATION
STUDENT
SELFSERVICEManage your administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 21
The Student SelfServiceis a personalised website to manage student administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 22
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 23
Course registration
bull only courses registered here are official faculty will register them for you
Manage personal data
bull Name used on official documents
bull How you will be contacted by the university
Tuition fee and invoice
Consult exam results and transcript of records
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
CANVASOnline courses
Titel van de presentatie
7-2-2020 | 25
Canvas is a personalised online learning environment It is the place where professors post their study materials and announcements for the class group
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 26
bull Course material and slides
bull Messages of your professors
bull Faculty messages and oral exam registration
Your courses will only appear in Canvas if you registered them in your SelfService
If your faculty hasnrsquot registered them for you yet you can look up the courses manually and check the announcements and documents in Canvas
CANVAS
ONLINE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
TIMETABLESWhen and where you have class
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 28
You can check the timetables for student groups or for seperate courses on studentvubbe You can also use the My Timetable app and the iCalendar function
Last minute changes possible check your schedule on a daily basis
TIMETABLES
WHEN AND WHERE YOU HAVE CLASS
WEB ROOM BOOKINGBook your classroom or meeting space
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 30
bull Quiet space on campus to work on a group assignment with fellow students
bull Online reservation
bull From 1 week to 1 day in advance
WEB ROOM BOOKING
BOOK YOUR CLASSROOM OR MEETING SPACE
VUB STUDENT EVENTSAn overview of all student events at the VUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 32
Follow our Facebookpage studenteventsvub
On this page we collect all events for and by students to make sure you know where to go after classes
Your student event on our page Send us a message
VUB STUDENT EVENTS
DONrsquoT MISS OUT AND SHARE YOUR EVENT
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 33
Now hellip
what should you remember
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 34
1 You have to inform yourself online
2 VUB has (too) many different tools
3 Use STUDENTVUBBE as a starting point
1 Homepage access to all tools
2 Services gt ICT
1 What do I need them for
2 How can I access them
3 Where can I get help
4 Questions or difficulties to get online go to student information
WHAT SHOULD YOU REMEMBER
STUDENTVUBBE
GOOD LUCKAnd do not hesitate to contact us
Student Information
Building D
+32 2 629 20 10
infovubbe
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
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ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
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| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
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Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
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| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
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| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
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| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
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| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
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| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
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| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
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| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
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| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
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| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
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| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 12: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/12.jpg)
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 12
VUB explained how the university works
bull Education and study guidance
bull Administration and practical stuff
bull Services and campus life
VUB linked access all e-tools and applications
VUB up-to-date latest news and events
STUDENTVUBBE
THE STUDENT WEBSITE OF VUB
NetID amp EMAILOnline access key and official communication
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 14
bull After enrolment create NetID and password
bull You need your NetID to activate your email address and access the wifi network VUBnext
bull Log in to the different applications with your email (firstnamelastnamevubbe)
bull Only use your VUB-email to contact VUB services and professors
NET ID AND EMAIL
ACCESS AND OFFICIAL COMMUNICATION
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 15
GO TO STUDENTVUB gt CAMPUS LIFE gt ICT gt NET ID AND EMAIL
PERSONAL ACCOUNT MANAGER
OFFICE 365Storage collaboration andcommunication tools
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 17
Office 365 is an onlineoffline workspace You can share co-edit en store documents The package contains your official vubbe email and Skype for business
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 18
OFFICE 365
PORTALOFFICECOM
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 19
Go to portalofficecom and log in with your VUB email address firstnamelastnamevubbe + password
Office software Word Excel Powerpoint Outlook hellip
bull Install software on 5 different computers
bull Use software online
Skype for business chat and video chat
Collaboration share documents with other students and co-work on them
Storage and back-up 1 terrabyte
OFFICE 365
WORK STATION
STUDENT
SELFSERVICEManage your administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 21
The Student SelfServiceis a personalised website to manage student administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 22
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 23
Course registration
bull only courses registered here are official faculty will register them for you
Manage personal data
bull Name used on official documents
bull How you will be contacted by the university
Tuition fee and invoice
Consult exam results and transcript of records
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
CANVASOnline courses
Titel van de presentatie
7-2-2020 | 25
Canvas is a personalised online learning environment It is the place where professors post their study materials and announcements for the class group
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 26
bull Course material and slides
bull Messages of your professors
bull Faculty messages and oral exam registration
Your courses will only appear in Canvas if you registered them in your SelfService
If your faculty hasnrsquot registered them for you yet you can look up the courses manually and check the announcements and documents in Canvas
CANVAS
ONLINE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
TIMETABLESWhen and where you have class
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 28
You can check the timetables for student groups or for seperate courses on studentvubbe You can also use the My Timetable app and the iCalendar function
Last minute changes possible check your schedule on a daily basis
TIMETABLES
WHEN AND WHERE YOU HAVE CLASS
WEB ROOM BOOKINGBook your classroom or meeting space
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 30
bull Quiet space on campus to work on a group assignment with fellow students
bull Online reservation
bull From 1 week to 1 day in advance
WEB ROOM BOOKING
BOOK YOUR CLASSROOM OR MEETING SPACE
VUB STUDENT EVENTSAn overview of all student events at the VUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 32
Follow our Facebookpage studenteventsvub
On this page we collect all events for and by students to make sure you know where to go after classes
Your student event on our page Send us a message
VUB STUDENT EVENTS
DONrsquoT MISS OUT AND SHARE YOUR EVENT
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 33
Now hellip
what should you remember
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 34
1 You have to inform yourself online
2 VUB has (too) many different tools
3 Use STUDENTVUBBE as a starting point
1 Homepage access to all tools
2 Services gt ICT
1 What do I need them for
2 How can I access them
3 Where can I get help
4 Questions or difficulties to get online go to student information
WHAT SHOULD YOU REMEMBER
STUDENTVUBBE
GOOD LUCKAnd do not hesitate to contact us
Student Information
Building D
+32 2 629 20 10
infovubbe
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
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NetID amp EMAILOnline access key and official communication
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 14
bull After enrolment create NetID and password
bull You need your NetID to activate your email address and access the wifi network VUBnext
bull Log in to the different applications with your email (firstnamelastnamevubbe)
bull Only use your VUB-email to contact VUB services and professors
NET ID AND EMAIL
ACCESS AND OFFICIAL COMMUNICATION
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 15
GO TO STUDENTVUB gt CAMPUS LIFE gt ICT gt NET ID AND EMAIL
PERSONAL ACCOUNT MANAGER
OFFICE 365Storage collaboration andcommunication tools
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 17
Office 365 is an onlineoffline workspace You can share co-edit en store documents The package contains your official vubbe email and Skype for business
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 18
OFFICE 365
PORTALOFFICECOM
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 19
Go to portalofficecom and log in with your VUB email address firstnamelastnamevubbe + password
Office software Word Excel Powerpoint Outlook hellip
bull Install software on 5 different computers
bull Use software online
Skype for business chat and video chat
Collaboration share documents with other students and co-work on them
Storage and back-up 1 terrabyte
OFFICE 365
WORK STATION
STUDENT
SELFSERVICEManage your administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 21
The Student SelfServiceis a personalised website to manage student administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 22
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 23
Course registration
bull only courses registered here are official faculty will register them for you
Manage personal data
bull Name used on official documents
bull How you will be contacted by the university
Tuition fee and invoice
Consult exam results and transcript of records
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
CANVASOnline courses
Titel van de presentatie
7-2-2020 | 25
Canvas is a personalised online learning environment It is the place where professors post their study materials and announcements for the class group
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 26
bull Course material and slides
bull Messages of your professors
bull Faculty messages and oral exam registration
Your courses will only appear in Canvas if you registered them in your SelfService
If your faculty hasnrsquot registered them for you yet you can look up the courses manually and check the announcements and documents in Canvas
CANVAS
ONLINE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
TIMETABLESWhen and where you have class
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 28
You can check the timetables for student groups or for seperate courses on studentvubbe You can also use the My Timetable app and the iCalendar function
Last minute changes possible check your schedule on a daily basis
TIMETABLES
WHEN AND WHERE YOU HAVE CLASS
WEB ROOM BOOKINGBook your classroom or meeting space
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 30
bull Quiet space on campus to work on a group assignment with fellow students
bull Online reservation
bull From 1 week to 1 day in advance
WEB ROOM BOOKING
BOOK YOUR CLASSROOM OR MEETING SPACE
VUB STUDENT EVENTSAn overview of all student events at the VUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 32
Follow our Facebookpage studenteventsvub
On this page we collect all events for and by students to make sure you know where to go after classes
Your student event on our page Send us a message
VUB STUDENT EVENTS
DONrsquoT MISS OUT AND SHARE YOUR EVENT
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 33
Now hellip
what should you remember
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 34
1 You have to inform yourself online
2 VUB has (too) many different tools
3 Use STUDENTVUBBE as a starting point
1 Homepage access to all tools
2 Services gt ICT
1 What do I need them for
2 How can I access them
3 Where can I get help
4 Questions or difficulties to get online go to student information
WHAT SHOULD YOU REMEMBER
STUDENTVUBBE
GOOD LUCKAnd do not hesitate to contact us
Student Information
Building D
+32 2 629 20 10
infovubbe
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
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How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 14
bull After enrolment create NetID and password
bull You need your NetID to activate your email address and access the wifi network VUBnext
bull Log in to the different applications with your email (firstnamelastnamevubbe)
bull Only use your VUB-email to contact VUB services and professors
NET ID AND EMAIL
ACCESS AND OFFICIAL COMMUNICATION
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 15
GO TO STUDENTVUB gt CAMPUS LIFE gt ICT gt NET ID AND EMAIL
PERSONAL ACCOUNT MANAGER
OFFICE 365Storage collaboration andcommunication tools
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 17
Office 365 is an onlineoffline workspace You can share co-edit en store documents The package contains your official vubbe email and Skype for business
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 18
OFFICE 365
PORTALOFFICECOM
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 19
Go to portalofficecom and log in with your VUB email address firstnamelastnamevubbe + password
Office software Word Excel Powerpoint Outlook hellip
bull Install software on 5 different computers
bull Use software online
Skype for business chat and video chat
Collaboration share documents with other students and co-work on them
Storage and back-up 1 terrabyte
OFFICE 365
WORK STATION
STUDENT
SELFSERVICEManage your administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 21
The Student SelfServiceis a personalised website to manage student administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 22
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 23
Course registration
bull only courses registered here are official faculty will register them for you
Manage personal data
bull Name used on official documents
bull How you will be contacted by the university
Tuition fee and invoice
Consult exam results and transcript of records
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
CANVASOnline courses
Titel van de presentatie
7-2-2020 | 25
Canvas is a personalised online learning environment It is the place where professors post their study materials and announcements for the class group
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 26
bull Course material and slides
bull Messages of your professors
bull Faculty messages and oral exam registration
Your courses will only appear in Canvas if you registered them in your SelfService
If your faculty hasnrsquot registered them for you yet you can look up the courses manually and check the announcements and documents in Canvas
CANVAS
ONLINE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
TIMETABLESWhen and where you have class
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 28
You can check the timetables for student groups or for seperate courses on studentvubbe You can also use the My Timetable app and the iCalendar function
Last minute changes possible check your schedule on a daily basis
TIMETABLES
WHEN AND WHERE YOU HAVE CLASS
WEB ROOM BOOKINGBook your classroom or meeting space
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 30
bull Quiet space on campus to work on a group assignment with fellow students
bull Online reservation
bull From 1 week to 1 day in advance
WEB ROOM BOOKING
BOOK YOUR CLASSROOM OR MEETING SPACE
VUB STUDENT EVENTSAn overview of all student events at the VUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 32
Follow our Facebookpage studenteventsvub
On this page we collect all events for and by students to make sure you know where to go after classes
Your student event on our page Send us a message
VUB STUDENT EVENTS
DONrsquoT MISS OUT AND SHARE YOUR EVENT
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 33
Now hellip
what should you remember
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 34
1 You have to inform yourself online
2 VUB has (too) many different tools
3 Use STUDENTVUBBE as a starting point
1 Homepage access to all tools
2 Services gt ICT
1 What do I need them for
2 How can I access them
3 Where can I get help
4 Questions or difficulties to get online go to student information
WHAT SHOULD YOU REMEMBER
STUDENTVUBBE
GOOD LUCKAnd do not hesitate to contact us
Student Information
Building D
+32 2 629 20 10
infovubbe
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 15: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/15.jpg)
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 15
GO TO STUDENTVUB gt CAMPUS LIFE gt ICT gt NET ID AND EMAIL
PERSONAL ACCOUNT MANAGER
OFFICE 365Storage collaboration andcommunication tools
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 17
Office 365 is an onlineoffline workspace You can share co-edit en store documents The package contains your official vubbe email and Skype for business
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 18
OFFICE 365
PORTALOFFICECOM
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 19
Go to portalofficecom and log in with your VUB email address firstnamelastnamevubbe + password
Office software Word Excel Powerpoint Outlook hellip
bull Install software on 5 different computers
bull Use software online
Skype for business chat and video chat
Collaboration share documents with other students and co-work on them
Storage and back-up 1 terrabyte
OFFICE 365
WORK STATION
STUDENT
SELFSERVICEManage your administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 21
The Student SelfServiceis a personalised website to manage student administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 22
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 23
Course registration
bull only courses registered here are official faculty will register them for you
Manage personal data
bull Name used on official documents
bull How you will be contacted by the university
Tuition fee and invoice
Consult exam results and transcript of records
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
CANVASOnline courses
Titel van de presentatie
7-2-2020 | 25
Canvas is a personalised online learning environment It is the place where professors post their study materials and announcements for the class group
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 26
bull Course material and slides
bull Messages of your professors
bull Faculty messages and oral exam registration
Your courses will only appear in Canvas if you registered them in your SelfService
If your faculty hasnrsquot registered them for you yet you can look up the courses manually and check the announcements and documents in Canvas
CANVAS
ONLINE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
TIMETABLESWhen and where you have class
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 28
You can check the timetables for student groups or for seperate courses on studentvubbe You can also use the My Timetable app and the iCalendar function
Last minute changes possible check your schedule on a daily basis
TIMETABLES
WHEN AND WHERE YOU HAVE CLASS
WEB ROOM BOOKINGBook your classroom or meeting space
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 30
bull Quiet space on campus to work on a group assignment with fellow students
bull Online reservation
bull From 1 week to 1 day in advance
WEB ROOM BOOKING
BOOK YOUR CLASSROOM OR MEETING SPACE
VUB STUDENT EVENTSAn overview of all student events at the VUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 32
Follow our Facebookpage studenteventsvub
On this page we collect all events for and by students to make sure you know where to go after classes
Your student event on our page Send us a message
VUB STUDENT EVENTS
DONrsquoT MISS OUT AND SHARE YOUR EVENT
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 33
Now hellip
what should you remember
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 34
1 You have to inform yourself online
2 VUB has (too) many different tools
3 Use STUDENTVUBBE as a starting point
1 Homepage access to all tools
2 Services gt ICT
1 What do I need them for
2 How can I access them
3 Where can I get help
4 Questions or difficulties to get online go to student information
WHAT SHOULD YOU REMEMBER
STUDENTVUBBE
GOOD LUCKAnd do not hesitate to contact us
Student Information
Building D
+32 2 629 20 10
infovubbe
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 16: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/16.jpg)
OFFICE 365Storage collaboration andcommunication tools
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 17
Office 365 is an onlineoffline workspace You can share co-edit en store documents The package contains your official vubbe email and Skype for business
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 18
OFFICE 365
PORTALOFFICECOM
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 19
Go to portalofficecom and log in with your VUB email address firstnamelastnamevubbe + password
Office software Word Excel Powerpoint Outlook hellip
bull Install software on 5 different computers
bull Use software online
Skype for business chat and video chat
Collaboration share documents with other students and co-work on them
Storage and back-up 1 terrabyte
OFFICE 365
WORK STATION
STUDENT
SELFSERVICEManage your administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 21
The Student SelfServiceis a personalised website to manage student administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 22
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 23
Course registration
bull only courses registered here are official faculty will register them for you
Manage personal data
bull Name used on official documents
bull How you will be contacted by the university
Tuition fee and invoice
Consult exam results and transcript of records
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
CANVASOnline courses
Titel van de presentatie
7-2-2020 | 25
Canvas is a personalised online learning environment It is the place where professors post their study materials and announcements for the class group
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 26
bull Course material and slides
bull Messages of your professors
bull Faculty messages and oral exam registration
Your courses will only appear in Canvas if you registered them in your SelfService
If your faculty hasnrsquot registered them for you yet you can look up the courses manually and check the announcements and documents in Canvas
CANVAS
ONLINE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
TIMETABLESWhen and where you have class
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 28
You can check the timetables for student groups or for seperate courses on studentvubbe You can also use the My Timetable app and the iCalendar function
Last minute changes possible check your schedule on a daily basis
TIMETABLES
WHEN AND WHERE YOU HAVE CLASS
WEB ROOM BOOKINGBook your classroom or meeting space
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 30
bull Quiet space on campus to work on a group assignment with fellow students
bull Online reservation
bull From 1 week to 1 day in advance
WEB ROOM BOOKING
BOOK YOUR CLASSROOM OR MEETING SPACE
VUB STUDENT EVENTSAn overview of all student events at the VUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 32
Follow our Facebookpage studenteventsvub
On this page we collect all events for and by students to make sure you know where to go after classes
Your student event on our page Send us a message
VUB STUDENT EVENTS
DONrsquoT MISS OUT AND SHARE YOUR EVENT
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 33
Now hellip
what should you remember
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 34
1 You have to inform yourself online
2 VUB has (too) many different tools
3 Use STUDENTVUBBE as a starting point
1 Homepage access to all tools
2 Services gt ICT
1 What do I need them for
2 How can I access them
3 Where can I get help
4 Questions or difficulties to get online go to student information
WHAT SHOULD YOU REMEMBER
STUDENTVUBBE
GOOD LUCKAnd do not hesitate to contact us
Student Information
Building D
+32 2 629 20 10
infovubbe
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
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How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 17
Office 365 is an onlineoffline workspace You can share co-edit en store documents The package contains your official vubbe email and Skype for business
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 18
OFFICE 365
PORTALOFFICECOM
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 19
Go to portalofficecom and log in with your VUB email address firstnamelastnamevubbe + password
Office software Word Excel Powerpoint Outlook hellip
bull Install software on 5 different computers
bull Use software online
Skype for business chat and video chat
Collaboration share documents with other students and co-work on them
Storage and back-up 1 terrabyte
OFFICE 365
WORK STATION
STUDENT
SELFSERVICEManage your administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 21
The Student SelfServiceis a personalised website to manage student administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 22
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 23
Course registration
bull only courses registered here are official faculty will register them for you
Manage personal data
bull Name used on official documents
bull How you will be contacted by the university
Tuition fee and invoice
Consult exam results and transcript of records
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
CANVASOnline courses
Titel van de presentatie
7-2-2020 | 25
Canvas is a personalised online learning environment It is the place where professors post their study materials and announcements for the class group
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 26
bull Course material and slides
bull Messages of your professors
bull Faculty messages and oral exam registration
Your courses will only appear in Canvas if you registered them in your SelfService
If your faculty hasnrsquot registered them for you yet you can look up the courses manually and check the announcements and documents in Canvas
CANVAS
ONLINE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
TIMETABLESWhen and where you have class
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 28
You can check the timetables for student groups or for seperate courses on studentvubbe You can also use the My Timetable app and the iCalendar function
Last minute changes possible check your schedule on a daily basis
TIMETABLES
WHEN AND WHERE YOU HAVE CLASS
WEB ROOM BOOKINGBook your classroom or meeting space
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 30
bull Quiet space on campus to work on a group assignment with fellow students
bull Online reservation
bull From 1 week to 1 day in advance
WEB ROOM BOOKING
BOOK YOUR CLASSROOM OR MEETING SPACE
VUB STUDENT EVENTSAn overview of all student events at the VUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 32
Follow our Facebookpage studenteventsvub
On this page we collect all events for and by students to make sure you know where to go after classes
Your student event on our page Send us a message
VUB STUDENT EVENTS
DONrsquoT MISS OUT AND SHARE YOUR EVENT
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 33
Now hellip
what should you remember
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 34
1 You have to inform yourself online
2 VUB has (too) many different tools
3 Use STUDENTVUBBE as a starting point
1 Homepage access to all tools
2 Services gt ICT
1 What do I need them for
2 How can I access them
3 Where can I get help
4 Questions or difficulties to get online go to student information
WHAT SHOULD YOU REMEMBER
STUDENTVUBBE
GOOD LUCKAnd do not hesitate to contact us
Student Information
Building D
+32 2 629 20 10
infovubbe
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 18: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/18.jpg)
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 18
OFFICE 365
PORTALOFFICECOM
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 19
Go to portalofficecom and log in with your VUB email address firstnamelastnamevubbe + password
Office software Word Excel Powerpoint Outlook hellip
bull Install software on 5 different computers
bull Use software online
Skype for business chat and video chat
Collaboration share documents with other students and co-work on them
Storage and back-up 1 terrabyte
OFFICE 365
WORK STATION
STUDENT
SELFSERVICEManage your administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 21
The Student SelfServiceis a personalised website to manage student administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 22
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 23
Course registration
bull only courses registered here are official faculty will register them for you
Manage personal data
bull Name used on official documents
bull How you will be contacted by the university
Tuition fee and invoice
Consult exam results and transcript of records
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
CANVASOnline courses
Titel van de presentatie
7-2-2020 | 25
Canvas is a personalised online learning environment It is the place where professors post their study materials and announcements for the class group
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 26
bull Course material and slides
bull Messages of your professors
bull Faculty messages and oral exam registration
Your courses will only appear in Canvas if you registered them in your SelfService
If your faculty hasnrsquot registered them for you yet you can look up the courses manually and check the announcements and documents in Canvas
CANVAS
ONLINE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
TIMETABLESWhen and where you have class
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 28
You can check the timetables for student groups or for seperate courses on studentvubbe You can also use the My Timetable app and the iCalendar function
Last minute changes possible check your schedule on a daily basis
TIMETABLES
WHEN AND WHERE YOU HAVE CLASS
WEB ROOM BOOKINGBook your classroom or meeting space
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 30
bull Quiet space on campus to work on a group assignment with fellow students
bull Online reservation
bull From 1 week to 1 day in advance
WEB ROOM BOOKING
BOOK YOUR CLASSROOM OR MEETING SPACE
VUB STUDENT EVENTSAn overview of all student events at the VUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 32
Follow our Facebookpage studenteventsvub
On this page we collect all events for and by students to make sure you know where to go after classes
Your student event on our page Send us a message
VUB STUDENT EVENTS
DONrsquoT MISS OUT AND SHARE YOUR EVENT
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 33
Now hellip
what should you remember
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 34
1 You have to inform yourself online
2 VUB has (too) many different tools
3 Use STUDENTVUBBE as a starting point
1 Homepage access to all tools
2 Services gt ICT
1 What do I need them for
2 How can I access them
3 Where can I get help
4 Questions or difficulties to get online go to student information
WHAT SHOULD YOU REMEMBER
STUDENTVUBBE
GOOD LUCKAnd do not hesitate to contact us
Student Information
Building D
+32 2 629 20 10
infovubbe
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 19: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/19.jpg)
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 19
Go to portalofficecom and log in with your VUB email address firstnamelastnamevubbe + password
Office software Word Excel Powerpoint Outlook hellip
bull Install software on 5 different computers
bull Use software online
Skype for business chat and video chat
Collaboration share documents with other students and co-work on them
Storage and back-up 1 terrabyte
OFFICE 365
WORK STATION
STUDENT
SELFSERVICEManage your administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 21
The Student SelfServiceis a personalised website to manage student administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 22
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 23
Course registration
bull only courses registered here are official faculty will register them for you
Manage personal data
bull Name used on official documents
bull How you will be contacted by the university
Tuition fee and invoice
Consult exam results and transcript of records
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
CANVASOnline courses
Titel van de presentatie
7-2-2020 | 25
Canvas is a personalised online learning environment It is the place where professors post their study materials and announcements for the class group
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 26
bull Course material and slides
bull Messages of your professors
bull Faculty messages and oral exam registration
Your courses will only appear in Canvas if you registered them in your SelfService
If your faculty hasnrsquot registered them for you yet you can look up the courses manually and check the announcements and documents in Canvas
CANVAS
ONLINE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
TIMETABLESWhen and where you have class
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 28
You can check the timetables for student groups or for seperate courses on studentvubbe You can also use the My Timetable app and the iCalendar function
Last minute changes possible check your schedule on a daily basis
TIMETABLES
WHEN AND WHERE YOU HAVE CLASS
WEB ROOM BOOKINGBook your classroom or meeting space
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 30
bull Quiet space on campus to work on a group assignment with fellow students
bull Online reservation
bull From 1 week to 1 day in advance
WEB ROOM BOOKING
BOOK YOUR CLASSROOM OR MEETING SPACE
VUB STUDENT EVENTSAn overview of all student events at the VUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 32
Follow our Facebookpage studenteventsvub
On this page we collect all events for and by students to make sure you know where to go after classes
Your student event on our page Send us a message
VUB STUDENT EVENTS
DONrsquoT MISS OUT AND SHARE YOUR EVENT
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 33
Now hellip
what should you remember
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 34
1 You have to inform yourself online
2 VUB has (too) many different tools
3 Use STUDENTVUBBE as a starting point
1 Homepage access to all tools
2 Services gt ICT
1 What do I need them for
2 How can I access them
3 Where can I get help
4 Questions or difficulties to get online go to student information
WHAT SHOULD YOU REMEMBER
STUDENTVUBBE
GOOD LUCKAnd do not hesitate to contact us
Student Information
Building D
+32 2 629 20 10
infovubbe
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 20: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/20.jpg)
STUDENT
SELFSERVICEManage your administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 21
The Student SelfServiceis a personalised website to manage student administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 22
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 23
Course registration
bull only courses registered here are official faculty will register them for you
Manage personal data
bull Name used on official documents
bull How you will be contacted by the university
Tuition fee and invoice
Consult exam results and transcript of records
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
CANVASOnline courses
Titel van de presentatie
7-2-2020 | 25
Canvas is a personalised online learning environment It is the place where professors post their study materials and announcements for the class group
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 26
bull Course material and slides
bull Messages of your professors
bull Faculty messages and oral exam registration
Your courses will only appear in Canvas if you registered them in your SelfService
If your faculty hasnrsquot registered them for you yet you can look up the courses manually and check the announcements and documents in Canvas
CANVAS
ONLINE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
TIMETABLESWhen and where you have class
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 28
You can check the timetables for student groups or for seperate courses on studentvubbe You can also use the My Timetable app and the iCalendar function
Last minute changes possible check your schedule on a daily basis
TIMETABLES
WHEN AND WHERE YOU HAVE CLASS
WEB ROOM BOOKINGBook your classroom or meeting space
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 30
bull Quiet space on campus to work on a group assignment with fellow students
bull Online reservation
bull From 1 week to 1 day in advance
WEB ROOM BOOKING
BOOK YOUR CLASSROOM OR MEETING SPACE
VUB STUDENT EVENTSAn overview of all student events at the VUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 32
Follow our Facebookpage studenteventsvub
On this page we collect all events for and by students to make sure you know where to go after classes
Your student event on our page Send us a message
VUB STUDENT EVENTS
DONrsquoT MISS OUT AND SHARE YOUR EVENT
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 33
Now hellip
what should you remember
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 34
1 You have to inform yourself online
2 VUB has (too) many different tools
3 Use STUDENTVUBBE as a starting point
1 Homepage access to all tools
2 Services gt ICT
1 What do I need them for
2 How can I access them
3 Where can I get help
4 Questions or difficulties to get online go to student information
WHAT SHOULD YOU REMEMBER
STUDENTVUBBE
GOOD LUCKAnd do not hesitate to contact us
Student Information
Building D
+32 2 629 20 10
infovubbe
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
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How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 21
The Student SelfServiceis a personalised website to manage student administration
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 22
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 23
Course registration
bull only courses registered here are official faculty will register them for you
Manage personal data
bull Name used on official documents
bull How you will be contacted by the university
Tuition fee and invoice
Consult exam results and transcript of records
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
CANVASOnline courses
Titel van de presentatie
7-2-2020 | 25
Canvas is a personalised online learning environment It is the place where professors post their study materials and announcements for the class group
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 26
bull Course material and slides
bull Messages of your professors
bull Faculty messages and oral exam registration
Your courses will only appear in Canvas if you registered them in your SelfService
If your faculty hasnrsquot registered them for you yet you can look up the courses manually and check the announcements and documents in Canvas
CANVAS
ONLINE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
TIMETABLESWhen and where you have class
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 28
You can check the timetables for student groups or for seperate courses on studentvubbe You can also use the My Timetable app and the iCalendar function
Last minute changes possible check your schedule on a daily basis
TIMETABLES
WHEN AND WHERE YOU HAVE CLASS
WEB ROOM BOOKINGBook your classroom or meeting space
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 30
bull Quiet space on campus to work on a group assignment with fellow students
bull Online reservation
bull From 1 week to 1 day in advance
WEB ROOM BOOKING
BOOK YOUR CLASSROOM OR MEETING SPACE
VUB STUDENT EVENTSAn overview of all student events at the VUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 32
Follow our Facebookpage studenteventsvub
On this page we collect all events for and by students to make sure you know where to go after classes
Your student event on our page Send us a message
VUB STUDENT EVENTS
DONrsquoT MISS OUT AND SHARE YOUR EVENT
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 33
Now hellip
what should you remember
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 34
1 You have to inform yourself online
2 VUB has (too) many different tools
3 Use STUDENTVUBBE as a starting point
1 Homepage access to all tools
2 Services gt ICT
1 What do I need them for
2 How can I access them
3 Where can I get help
4 Questions or difficulties to get online go to student information
WHAT SHOULD YOU REMEMBER
STUDENTVUBBE
GOOD LUCKAnd do not hesitate to contact us
Student Information
Building D
+32 2 629 20 10
infovubbe
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 22: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/22.jpg)
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 22
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 23
Course registration
bull only courses registered here are official faculty will register them for you
Manage personal data
bull Name used on official documents
bull How you will be contacted by the university
Tuition fee and invoice
Consult exam results and transcript of records
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
CANVASOnline courses
Titel van de presentatie
7-2-2020 | 25
Canvas is a personalised online learning environment It is the place where professors post their study materials and announcements for the class group
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 26
bull Course material and slides
bull Messages of your professors
bull Faculty messages and oral exam registration
Your courses will only appear in Canvas if you registered them in your SelfService
If your faculty hasnrsquot registered them for you yet you can look up the courses manually and check the announcements and documents in Canvas
CANVAS
ONLINE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
TIMETABLESWhen and where you have class
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 28
You can check the timetables for student groups or for seperate courses on studentvubbe You can also use the My Timetable app and the iCalendar function
Last minute changes possible check your schedule on a daily basis
TIMETABLES
WHEN AND WHERE YOU HAVE CLASS
WEB ROOM BOOKINGBook your classroom or meeting space
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 30
bull Quiet space on campus to work on a group assignment with fellow students
bull Online reservation
bull From 1 week to 1 day in advance
WEB ROOM BOOKING
BOOK YOUR CLASSROOM OR MEETING SPACE
VUB STUDENT EVENTSAn overview of all student events at the VUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 32
Follow our Facebookpage studenteventsvub
On this page we collect all events for and by students to make sure you know where to go after classes
Your student event on our page Send us a message
VUB STUDENT EVENTS
DONrsquoT MISS OUT AND SHARE YOUR EVENT
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 33
Now hellip
what should you remember
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 34
1 You have to inform yourself online
2 VUB has (too) many different tools
3 Use STUDENTVUBBE as a starting point
1 Homepage access to all tools
2 Services gt ICT
1 What do I need them for
2 How can I access them
3 Where can I get help
4 Questions or difficulties to get online go to student information
WHAT SHOULD YOU REMEMBER
STUDENTVUBBE
GOOD LUCKAnd do not hesitate to contact us
Student Information
Building D
+32 2 629 20 10
infovubbe
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 23: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/23.jpg)
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 23
Course registration
bull only courses registered here are official faculty will register them for you
Manage personal data
bull Name used on official documents
bull How you will be contacted by the university
Tuition fee and invoice
Consult exam results and transcript of records
STUDENT SELF SERVICE
DO-IT-YOURSELF ADMINISTRATION TOOL
CANVASOnline courses
Titel van de presentatie
7-2-2020 | 25
Canvas is a personalised online learning environment It is the place where professors post their study materials and announcements for the class group
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 26
bull Course material and slides
bull Messages of your professors
bull Faculty messages and oral exam registration
Your courses will only appear in Canvas if you registered them in your SelfService
If your faculty hasnrsquot registered them for you yet you can look up the courses manually and check the announcements and documents in Canvas
CANVAS
ONLINE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
TIMETABLESWhen and where you have class
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 28
You can check the timetables for student groups or for seperate courses on studentvubbe You can also use the My Timetable app and the iCalendar function
Last minute changes possible check your schedule on a daily basis
TIMETABLES
WHEN AND WHERE YOU HAVE CLASS
WEB ROOM BOOKINGBook your classroom or meeting space
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 30
bull Quiet space on campus to work on a group assignment with fellow students
bull Online reservation
bull From 1 week to 1 day in advance
WEB ROOM BOOKING
BOOK YOUR CLASSROOM OR MEETING SPACE
VUB STUDENT EVENTSAn overview of all student events at the VUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 32
Follow our Facebookpage studenteventsvub
On this page we collect all events for and by students to make sure you know where to go after classes
Your student event on our page Send us a message
VUB STUDENT EVENTS
DONrsquoT MISS OUT AND SHARE YOUR EVENT
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 33
Now hellip
what should you remember
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 34
1 You have to inform yourself online
2 VUB has (too) many different tools
3 Use STUDENTVUBBE as a starting point
1 Homepage access to all tools
2 Services gt ICT
1 What do I need them for
2 How can I access them
3 Where can I get help
4 Questions or difficulties to get online go to student information
WHAT SHOULD YOU REMEMBER
STUDENTVUBBE
GOOD LUCKAnd do not hesitate to contact us
Student Information
Building D
+32 2 629 20 10
infovubbe
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
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CANVASOnline courses
Titel van de presentatie
7-2-2020 | 25
Canvas is a personalised online learning environment It is the place where professors post their study materials and announcements for the class group
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 26
bull Course material and slides
bull Messages of your professors
bull Faculty messages and oral exam registration
Your courses will only appear in Canvas if you registered them in your SelfService
If your faculty hasnrsquot registered them for you yet you can look up the courses manually and check the announcements and documents in Canvas
CANVAS
ONLINE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
TIMETABLESWhen and where you have class
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 28
You can check the timetables for student groups or for seperate courses on studentvubbe You can also use the My Timetable app and the iCalendar function
Last minute changes possible check your schedule on a daily basis
TIMETABLES
WHEN AND WHERE YOU HAVE CLASS
WEB ROOM BOOKINGBook your classroom or meeting space
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 30
bull Quiet space on campus to work on a group assignment with fellow students
bull Online reservation
bull From 1 week to 1 day in advance
WEB ROOM BOOKING
BOOK YOUR CLASSROOM OR MEETING SPACE
VUB STUDENT EVENTSAn overview of all student events at the VUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 32
Follow our Facebookpage studenteventsvub
On this page we collect all events for and by students to make sure you know where to go after classes
Your student event on our page Send us a message
VUB STUDENT EVENTS
DONrsquoT MISS OUT AND SHARE YOUR EVENT
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 33
Now hellip
what should you remember
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 34
1 You have to inform yourself online
2 VUB has (too) many different tools
3 Use STUDENTVUBBE as a starting point
1 Homepage access to all tools
2 Services gt ICT
1 What do I need them for
2 How can I access them
3 Where can I get help
4 Questions or difficulties to get online go to student information
WHAT SHOULD YOU REMEMBER
STUDENTVUBBE
GOOD LUCKAnd do not hesitate to contact us
Student Information
Building D
+32 2 629 20 10
infovubbe
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 25: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/25.jpg)
Titel van de presentatie
7-2-2020 | 25
Canvas is a personalised online learning environment It is the place where professors post their study materials and announcements for the class group
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 26
bull Course material and slides
bull Messages of your professors
bull Faculty messages and oral exam registration
Your courses will only appear in Canvas if you registered them in your SelfService
If your faculty hasnrsquot registered them for you yet you can look up the courses manually and check the announcements and documents in Canvas
CANVAS
ONLINE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
TIMETABLESWhen and where you have class
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 28
You can check the timetables for student groups or for seperate courses on studentvubbe You can also use the My Timetable app and the iCalendar function
Last minute changes possible check your schedule on a daily basis
TIMETABLES
WHEN AND WHERE YOU HAVE CLASS
WEB ROOM BOOKINGBook your classroom or meeting space
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 30
bull Quiet space on campus to work on a group assignment with fellow students
bull Online reservation
bull From 1 week to 1 day in advance
WEB ROOM BOOKING
BOOK YOUR CLASSROOM OR MEETING SPACE
VUB STUDENT EVENTSAn overview of all student events at the VUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 32
Follow our Facebookpage studenteventsvub
On this page we collect all events for and by students to make sure you know where to go after classes
Your student event on our page Send us a message
VUB STUDENT EVENTS
DONrsquoT MISS OUT AND SHARE YOUR EVENT
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 33
Now hellip
what should you remember
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 34
1 You have to inform yourself online
2 VUB has (too) many different tools
3 Use STUDENTVUBBE as a starting point
1 Homepage access to all tools
2 Services gt ICT
1 What do I need them for
2 How can I access them
3 Where can I get help
4 Questions or difficulties to get online go to student information
WHAT SHOULD YOU REMEMBER
STUDENTVUBBE
GOOD LUCKAnd do not hesitate to contact us
Student Information
Building D
+32 2 629 20 10
infovubbe
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 26: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/26.jpg)
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 26
bull Course material and slides
bull Messages of your professors
bull Faculty messages and oral exam registration
Your courses will only appear in Canvas if you registered them in your SelfService
If your faculty hasnrsquot registered them for you yet you can look up the courses manually and check the announcements and documents in Canvas
CANVAS
ONLINE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
TIMETABLESWhen and where you have class
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 28
You can check the timetables for student groups or for seperate courses on studentvubbe You can also use the My Timetable app and the iCalendar function
Last minute changes possible check your schedule on a daily basis
TIMETABLES
WHEN AND WHERE YOU HAVE CLASS
WEB ROOM BOOKINGBook your classroom or meeting space
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 30
bull Quiet space on campus to work on a group assignment with fellow students
bull Online reservation
bull From 1 week to 1 day in advance
WEB ROOM BOOKING
BOOK YOUR CLASSROOM OR MEETING SPACE
VUB STUDENT EVENTSAn overview of all student events at the VUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 32
Follow our Facebookpage studenteventsvub
On this page we collect all events for and by students to make sure you know where to go after classes
Your student event on our page Send us a message
VUB STUDENT EVENTS
DONrsquoT MISS OUT AND SHARE YOUR EVENT
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 33
Now hellip
what should you remember
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 34
1 You have to inform yourself online
2 VUB has (too) many different tools
3 Use STUDENTVUBBE as a starting point
1 Homepage access to all tools
2 Services gt ICT
1 What do I need them for
2 How can I access them
3 Where can I get help
4 Questions or difficulties to get online go to student information
WHAT SHOULD YOU REMEMBER
STUDENTVUBBE
GOOD LUCKAnd do not hesitate to contact us
Student Information
Building D
+32 2 629 20 10
infovubbe
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
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TIMETABLESWhen and where you have class
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 28
You can check the timetables for student groups or for seperate courses on studentvubbe You can also use the My Timetable app and the iCalendar function
Last minute changes possible check your schedule on a daily basis
TIMETABLES
WHEN AND WHERE YOU HAVE CLASS
WEB ROOM BOOKINGBook your classroom or meeting space
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 30
bull Quiet space on campus to work on a group assignment with fellow students
bull Online reservation
bull From 1 week to 1 day in advance
WEB ROOM BOOKING
BOOK YOUR CLASSROOM OR MEETING SPACE
VUB STUDENT EVENTSAn overview of all student events at the VUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 32
Follow our Facebookpage studenteventsvub
On this page we collect all events for and by students to make sure you know where to go after classes
Your student event on our page Send us a message
VUB STUDENT EVENTS
DONrsquoT MISS OUT AND SHARE YOUR EVENT
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 33
Now hellip
what should you remember
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 34
1 You have to inform yourself online
2 VUB has (too) many different tools
3 Use STUDENTVUBBE as a starting point
1 Homepage access to all tools
2 Services gt ICT
1 What do I need them for
2 How can I access them
3 Where can I get help
4 Questions or difficulties to get online go to student information
WHAT SHOULD YOU REMEMBER
STUDENTVUBBE
GOOD LUCKAnd do not hesitate to contact us
Student Information
Building D
+32 2 629 20 10
infovubbe
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 28: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/28.jpg)
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 28
You can check the timetables for student groups or for seperate courses on studentvubbe You can also use the My Timetable app and the iCalendar function
Last minute changes possible check your schedule on a daily basis
TIMETABLES
WHEN AND WHERE YOU HAVE CLASS
WEB ROOM BOOKINGBook your classroom or meeting space
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 30
bull Quiet space on campus to work on a group assignment with fellow students
bull Online reservation
bull From 1 week to 1 day in advance
WEB ROOM BOOKING
BOOK YOUR CLASSROOM OR MEETING SPACE
VUB STUDENT EVENTSAn overview of all student events at the VUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 32
Follow our Facebookpage studenteventsvub
On this page we collect all events for and by students to make sure you know where to go after classes
Your student event on our page Send us a message
VUB STUDENT EVENTS
DONrsquoT MISS OUT AND SHARE YOUR EVENT
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 33
Now hellip
what should you remember
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 34
1 You have to inform yourself online
2 VUB has (too) many different tools
3 Use STUDENTVUBBE as a starting point
1 Homepage access to all tools
2 Services gt ICT
1 What do I need them for
2 How can I access them
3 Where can I get help
4 Questions or difficulties to get online go to student information
WHAT SHOULD YOU REMEMBER
STUDENTVUBBE
GOOD LUCKAnd do not hesitate to contact us
Student Information
Building D
+32 2 629 20 10
infovubbe
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 29: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/29.jpg)
WEB ROOM BOOKINGBook your classroom or meeting space
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 30
bull Quiet space on campus to work on a group assignment with fellow students
bull Online reservation
bull From 1 week to 1 day in advance
WEB ROOM BOOKING
BOOK YOUR CLASSROOM OR MEETING SPACE
VUB STUDENT EVENTSAn overview of all student events at the VUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 32
Follow our Facebookpage studenteventsvub
On this page we collect all events for and by students to make sure you know where to go after classes
Your student event on our page Send us a message
VUB STUDENT EVENTS
DONrsquoT MISS OUT AND SHARE YOUR EVENT
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 33
Now hellip
what should you remember
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 34
1 You have to inform yourself online
2 VUB has (too) many different tools
3 Use STUDENTVUBBE as a starting point
1 Homepage access to all tools
2 Services gt ICT
1 What do I need them for
2 How can I access them
3 Where can I get help
4 Questions or difficulties to get online go to student information
WHAT SHOULD YOU REMEMBER
STUDENTVUBBE
GOOD LUCKAnd do not hesitate to contact us
Student Information
Building D
+32 2 629 20 10
infovubbe
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 30: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/30.jpg)
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 30
bull Quiet space on campus to work on a group assignment with fellow students
bull Online reservation
bull From 1 week to 1 day in advance
WEB ROOM BOOKING
BOOK YOUR CLASSROOM OR MEETING SPACE
VUB STUDENT EVENTSAn overview of all student events at the VUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 32
Follow our Facebookpage studenteventsvub
On this page we collect all events for and by students to make sure you know where to go after classes
Your student event on our page Send us a message
VUB STUDENT EVENTS
DONrsquoT MISS OUT AND SHARE YOUR EVENT
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 33
Now hellip
what should you remember
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 34
1 You have to inform yourself online
2 VUB has (too) many different tools
3 Use STUDENTVUBBE as a starting point
1 Homepage access to all tools
2 Services gt ICT
1 What do I need them for
2 How can I access them
3 Where can I get help
4 Questions or difficulties to get online go to student information
WHAT SHOULD YOU REMEMBER
STUDENTVUBBE
GOOD LUCKAnd do not hesitate to contact us
Student Information
Building D
+32 2 629 20 10
infovubbe
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 31: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/31.jpg)
VUB STUDENT EVENTSAn overview of all student events at the VUB
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 32
Follow our Facebookpage studenteventsvub
On this page we collect all events for and by students to make sure you know where to go after classes
Your student event on our page Send us a message
VUB STUDENT EVENTS
DONrsquoT MISS OUT AND SHARE YOUR EVENT
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 33
Now hellip
what should you remember
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 34
1 You have to inform yourself online
2 VUB has (too) many different tools
3 Use STUDENTVUBBE as a starting point
1 Homepage access to all tools
2 Services gt ICT
1 What do I need them for
2 How can I access them
3 Where can I get help
4 Questions or difficulties to get online go to student information
WHAT SHOULD YOU REMEMBER
STUDENTVUBBE
GOOD LUCKAnd do not hesitate to contact us
Student Information
Building D
+32 2 629 20 10
infovubbe
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 32: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/32.jpg)
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 32
Follow our Facebookpage studenteventsvub
On this page we collect all events for and by students to make sure you know where to go after classes
Your student event on our page Send us a message
VUB STUDENT EVENTS
DONrsquoT MISS OUT AND SHARE YOUR EVENT
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 33
Now hellip
what should you remember
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 34
1 You have to inform yourself online
2 VUB has (too) many different tools
3 Use STUDENTVUBBE as a starting point
1 Homepage access to all tools
2 Services gt ICT
1 What do I need them for
2 How can I access them
3 Where can I get help
4 Questions or difficulties to get online go to student information
WHAT SHOULD YOU REMEMBER
STUDENTVUBBE
GOOD LUCKAnd do not hesitate to contact us
Student Information
Building D
+32 2 629 20 10
infovubbe
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
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How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 33
Now hellip
what should you remember
How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 34
1 You have to inform yourself online
2 VUB has (too) many different tools
3 Use STUDENTVUBBE as a starting point
1 Homepage access to all tools
2 Services gt ICT
1 What do I need them for
2 How can I access them
3 Where can I get help
4 Questions or difficulties to get online go to student information
WHAT SHOULD YOU REMEMBER
STUDENTVUBBE
GOOD LUCKAnd do not hesitate to contact us
Student Information
Building D
+32 2 629 20 10
infovubbe
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
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How to be informed
7-2-2020 | 34
1 You have to inform yourself online
2 VUB has (too) many different tools
3 Use STUDENTVUBBE as a starting point
1 Homepage access to all tools
2 Services gt ICT
1 What do I need them for
2 How can I access them
3 Where can I get help
4 Questions or difficulties to get online go to student information
WHAT SHOULD YOU REMEMBER
STUDENTVUBBE
GOOD LUCKAnd do not hesitate to contact us
Student Information
Building D
+32 2 629 20 10
infovubbe
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 35: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/35.jpg)
GOOD LUCKAnd do not hesitate to contact us
Student Information
Building D
+32 2 629 20 10
infovubbe
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 36: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/36.jpg)
OVERVIEW VUB
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 37: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/37.jpg)
OVERVIEW VUB
| 37Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Rector Professor Caroline Pauwels
Brussels
University
VUB
ULB
established in 1834
split1 October 1969
Autonomy act 28 May 1970
CELEBRATIONS 2019-2020
OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
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OVERVIEW VUB
| 38
8 FACULTIES
Social Sciences and Solvay Business School (ES) Law and Criminology (RC) Psychology and Educational Sciences (PE) Languages and Humanities (LW) Science and Bio-engineering Sciences (WE) Medicine and Pharmacy (GF) Engineering (IR) Physical Education and Physiotherapy (LK)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 39: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/39.jpg)
VUB INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 40: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/40.jpg)
Who is who
| 40
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
in the VUB International
Relations office
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 41: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/41.jpg)
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OFFICE
MORNING AFTERNOON
MON 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
TUE 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
WED 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
THU 09h00 ndash 12h30 CLOSED
FRI 09h00 ndash 12h30 13h30 ndash 16h30
General Questions
Pleinlaan 51050 Brussels
Internationalrelationsvubbe
+32 (0)2 614 81 01
Book meeting with Officer
Specific Questions
Contact
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 42
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 42: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/42.jpg)
ADMINISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 43: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/43.jpg)
BRUSSELS CITY
| 44
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 44: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/44.jpg)
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
HOUSING IN BRUSSELS
| 45
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
bull VUB Campus rooms U-residence or in private sector For U-residence or private sector Contact VUB International Relations Office or Br(ik For rooms on campus Contact Student Housing
bull Short staysemesteryear
bull Rentsbull Student room on average euro400bull Studio on average euro550
bull Contractbull How to end the contractbull Subletbull All costs (water gas internet electricity etc) included
bull Deposit On secured account or notbull Registration for residence permit possiblebull Fire insurancebull Third-party liability
= Brussel amp Ik (lsquomersquo)
Student Site
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
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BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Short-type residence (max 3 months)
EU No registration required
Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoDeclaration of
Arrivalrsquo (annex 3) within 8 days of arrival after finding temporary accommodation other than hotel youth hostel (family amp friends)
Long-type residence
EU + Non-EU bull Report to District Town Hall (lsquoCommunersquo) for lsquoinscription
requestrsquo (annex 15) after signing rental agreement bull Annex 15 can then be used for opening bank account egbull ID-card compulsorybull Participate in exams
-gt ID card valid for duration of academic programme amp for duration of funding for studies
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 46
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Website
19 DISTRICTS IN BRUSSELS REGION
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 46: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/46.jpg)
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Required documents
bull Rental contractbull National IDPassport with type D visabull Registration certificate from VUB for 54 credits (make sure to participate in all exams)bull For EU citizens Proof of Health Insurance (annex 32)bull Proof of solvability (scholarship savings loan job)
Sometimes also birth certificate civil status certificate or certificate of good conduct
REGISTRATION IN BRUSSELS
| 47
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Appointment Foreigners Department
Local Police Check
Belgian ID-card
Can take 2-6 months
There can be different procedures depending on the Brussels District
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 47: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/47.jpg)
In Case of Emergency
EU EMERGENCY NUMBER 112
POLICE 101
Campus Security
Etterbeek 02 629 11 11
Jette 02 477 6112studentvubbeenhelp-prevention-safety
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020| 48
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 48: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/48.jpg)
ICE ndash Contact(In Case of Emergency)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 49
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 49: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/49.jpg)
BRUSSELS REGION ADMINISTRATION
Every person living in Belgium is advised to register with a national health insurance provider
With a national health insurance you will benefit from reimbursements
-gt plusmn70 general care-gt 100 for critical diseases
bull National health insurance
bull Multinational Assistance and advice
bull Communication in English
bull Specialised in student matters
HEALTHCARE IN BELGIUM
| 50
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
PARTENAMUT OFFICE AT VUB Partenamut office VUB Pleinlaan 5 (International Office)Contact person Mrs Areta Duka
Mondays amp Fridaysfrom 900-1230 + 1330-1600
E-mail vubbepartenabe
Student Site
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 50: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/50.jpg)
PARTENA BUSINESS amp EXPATS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 51: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/51.jpg)
11 PARTENAMUT IN BELGIUM
Partena Mut health insurance is an independent amp a-political public (state) insurance provider with the following responsibilities
Reimburse health care expenses (doctor medicines hospital)
Keep your budget
Represented in Belgium University Colleges companies etc
Partenamut gives full support to International students
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 52
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 52: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/52.jpg)
12 EUROPEAN STUDENTS
Registration for LESS 1 YEAR =gt Monthly fee
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Registration for MORE 1 YEAR =gt euro 1085Month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages for sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 53
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 53: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/53.jpg)
13 NON-EUROPEAN STUDENT
Registration at District town hall (lsquocommunersquo) =gt euro 1085month
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 54
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 54: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/54.jpg)
14 STUDENT STATUS
NO Registration at District town hall =gt euro9567Quarter
Reimbursement doctor pharmacy hospital
Advantages sport opticians etc
SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 55
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 55: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/55.jpg)
AT THE DOCTOR
AT THE PHARMACY
AT THE HOSPITAL
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 56: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/56.jpg)
21AT THE DOCTOR
ID StickerPay full amount in cash
Receive a medical attestation
Fix your Identification sticker
Send your claim to Partenamut
Reimbursement within 7 days into
bank account (even foreign bank account)
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 57
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 57: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/57.jpg)
22 AT THE PHARMACY
PAY non-reimbursable
Amount only
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 58
Note students without a Belgian ID card should ask pharmacy for specific form (Annex 30) to be reimbursed Not all medication will be reimbursed
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 58: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/58.jpg)
23 AT THE HOSPITAL
CALL AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
SHOW YOUR BELGIAN ID CARD OR STICKER
AT RECEPTON
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 59
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 59: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/59.jpg)
24 EMERGENCY
Go directly to the hospital via the emergency department
Worst medical cases are treated first
Family doctors also provide emergency services at night and during the weekend
Do not make improper use of this service
Hospital has the right to refuse you
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 60
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 60: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/60.jpg)
31 BECOME A WEB MEMBER
wwwpartenamutbe
To order documents ID-stickers address change advantages
To calculate your reimbursement
To search for general information rates doctors hospitalshellip
Check your file
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 61
Students must have a national number to become a web member if they donrsquot need to come to the office in person
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 61: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/61.jpg)
32 FOLLOW UP
wwwpartenamutbe
You have questions
=gt vubbepartenabe
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 62
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 62: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/62.jpg)
LIVING IN BRUSSELS
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 63: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/63.jpg)
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
bull Discover Brussels with a greeter (click link) volunteer guide
bull Visit BELvue Museum and lsquoExperience Brusselsrsquo-exhibition
bull NewsNewsletters
bull Agenda (agendabrusselsennewsletter)
bull Be expat be brussels -gt email europevisitbrussels
bull Bruzzbe
bull EYCA card
bull Arsegravene 50 half-price tickets for cultural activities
arsene50brusselsen
bull VISITBRUSSELS httpsvisitbrusselsen
BIP ndash place royale
City Hall ndash Grand Place
Station Europe ndash place Luxembourg
| 64
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 64: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/64.jpg)
LIFE IN BRUSSELS
MIVBSTIB = public transport system in Brusselscovering metro tram and bus
Student yearly pass = euro50-gt VUB certificate MIVBSTIB + 24 years old-gt 5 MIVBSTIB lsquoBootiks + 14 lsquoKiosksrsquo-gt Monthly pass 10-trip cards
Tickets at MIVB machines for single tickets or day passes
Trams in Belgium always get priority
Night busses are only on Thursdays and in weekends
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
| 65
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 65: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/65.jpg)
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 66: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/66.jpg)
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 67
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Visit Ghent Antwerp Liegravege Namur Bruges Monshellip
ESN organises guided tours to different cities ndash check out their site and Facebook page for more information
A Gopass (for trains) is a 10-journey ticket for trains = euro53
bull You can use it as a single person or group
bull Valid for 1 year
Always check special weekend rates or rates for those under-26 years old
National Rail = NMBS
wwwbelgiantrainbeen
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM
Student Website
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 67: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/67.jpg)
ID card or Visa Valid multiple entry visa type D Check UK and multiple entry Check Schengen Visa = travel in EU
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 68
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Website
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 68: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/68.jpg)
TRAVELLING IN BELGIUM amp EUROPE
| 69
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Travel options with cheaper prices and deals
bull FlixbusEurolinesbull Izy trains to Parisbull Blablacar
bull wwwkayakcomexplore (define price amp dept and you get info on cheap flights)
TRAVELLING IN EUROPE
Student Site
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 69: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/69.jpg)
LIFE VUB
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 70: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/70.jpg)
| 71
bull Restaurantbull Librarybull Bookshopbull lsquocrazy copyrsquo bull Sports facilitiesbull Computer roomsbull Medical facilities
bull Humanities Sciences amp Engineering Campus doctorsbull Mon-Fri 0800-1800 Appointments onlinebull Schoofslaan 8 Tel 02 629 23 00bull Includes dentist physiotherapy mental health care amp
gynaecology
bull Health Campus Jette doctorsbull Tuesdays 0830-1130 Appointments onlinebull Agora Building Tel 02 477 42 10
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS+ HEALTH CAMPUS JETTEFACILITIES ON 2 MAIN CAMPUSES
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
Student Site
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 71: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/71.jpg)
| 72
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Exchange studentDeadline 25 February (included) What to do
Changes to learning agreementbull Log in to SOP Mobility onlinebull Under ldquoDuring mobilityrdquo Click here to let
us know whether changes to learning agreement are needed or not
bull Approvals bull Questions exchangeincomingvubbeCourse registration done by faculty
EDUCATION amp STUDENT ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
Student Site
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 72: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/72.jpg)
| 73
Sportmix card - 28 different sports (euro2450)
Swimming Pool
Competitions
BasicFit Gym
SPORTS AT VUBStudent
Site
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 73: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/73.jpg)
| 74
Academic Language Centre (ACTO)English Dutch French German Italian Spanish amp Modern Greek
Campus Etterbeek Building B (room B214) vubbeacto
Semper CVODutch English French German Italian Spanish Arabic etc
Campus Etterbeek Building D room D133wwwcvosemperbe
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
LANGUAGE LEARNING
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 74: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/74.jpg)
| 75
Every weekday language tables are organised in the restaurant at lunchtime Dutch French English German Spanish Italian
you mix amp mingle with other learners amp native speakers
ideal opportunity to perfect your language skills and meet new people
More infohttpsstudentvubbeeninternational-home
ldquoLanguage Tablesrdquo
LANGUAGE TABLES
LUNCHTIME RESTAURANT
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 75: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/75.jpg)
| 76
Thanks for the Confucius Institute at VUB you can attend a variety of courses
Chinese Language Classes (from beginners to proficient)
Kung FU and Tai Chi classes
Open Courses (for free) on Chinese History on Screen amp on Confucius amp Confucianism
More infovubbeenconfuciuseducation|courses
CHINA-RELATED COURSES
THROUGH CONFUCIUS INSTITUTE AT VUB
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 76: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/76.jpg)
| 77
Sustainable development is a central goal of the university with 4 green campuses
Throughout the university and across Belgium recycling is vitalThe following rubbish bags are used across Belgium colour-coded
bull Blue bags = plastics and cansbull White bags = general refusebull Green bags = garden wastebull Yellow bags = paper and cardboardbull Orange bags = food waste (composting)
HUMANITIES SCIENCES amp ENGINEERING CAMPUS
ENVIRONMENT amp SUSTAINABILITY
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
Student Site
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 77: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/77.jpg)
VUB DEPARTMENTS
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 78: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/78.jpg)
| 79
Building D entrance hallPleinlaan 2 1050 BrusselsMon-Fri 0900-1800 (1700 during holidays)Tel 02 2 629 2010Email infovubbe
Student Website How What Where
STUDENT WEBSITE
STUDENT INFORMATION - INFOPUNT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
STUDENTVUBBEEN
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 79: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/79.jpg)
| 80
The Study Guidance Centre offers bull information bull counselling and bull training to help you study more efficiently
Contact us any time for personal advice and check whats going on in our free workshops
Contact our Meeting Points guidancevubbe
Humanities Sciences amp Engineering CampusBuilding F - +32 2 629 23 06
Health CampusILRC Building A room A053A - +32 2 477 44 81
Technology CampusBy appointment - +32 2 629 23 06
STUDY GUIDANCE CENTRE Student Website
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Week 2019
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 80: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/80.jpg)
| 81
bull Report inappropriate behaviourbull Prevent an escalationbull Stop other peoplersquos unwanted behaviourbull Get the support you want
Confidentiality is guaranteed
YOU determine which behaviour is unacceptable
Report it No procedures started without express permission by person who filed the report
Report it =gt professional secrecy
HELP FOR STUDENTS
REPORT IT
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
report via email reportitvubbe
Student Website
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 81: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/81.jpg)
| 82
VUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Welcome to Brussels Welcome to VUB Orientation Day 2020
wwwfacebookcomVUBInternationalRelations
wwwfacebookcomVUBrussel
vubrussel
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 82: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/82.jpg)
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AT THE VUBBSG PRESIDENT ndash DAVIDE MILITELLO
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 83: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/83.jpg)
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 84
STRUCTURE OF ORGANIZATIONS
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 84: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/84.jpg)
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 85
Political associationsCommunal
associationsFolklorist associations
WHAT DOES THE VUB OFFER
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 85: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/85.jpg)
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 86
WHAT DO THESE ASSOCIATIONS OFFER
Debates Game nights Parties
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 86: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/86.jpg)
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 87
WHATS UP WITH YOUR COSTUME
FOLKLORISM AT THE VUB FOR DUMMIESKLAK
PRESIDENTS LINT
TOGA
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 87: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/87.jpg)
STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS
7-2-2020 | 88
HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON
Re-openings party in the BSG Hall ndashgt 11 Februari
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 88: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/88.jpg)
Student Council
Welcome to Brussels
Orientation Day 2020
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 89: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/89.jpg)
Orientation Week 2020
bull 16 engaged students elected to defend the interests of students
bull We issue written opinions on all matters affecting students to the top officials
bull Making decisions vis-agrave-vis policies of the various student services
bull Adopting the budget and allocation of social grants (for student groups and associations)
bull Approve the annual report Student Servicesrsquo
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHO ARE WE
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 90: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/90.jpg)
Orientation Week 2020
bull Coordinators
bull Education
bull Government agreement (Flanders)
bull Information about appeal procedure
bull Student Facilities
bull Better access for wheelchair users
bull Student Housing rules (Review)
bull International
bull EUTOPIA
bull lsquoHow torsquo guides alongside with the International Student Platform (ISP)
STUDENT COUNCIL
RECENT WORK
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 91: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/91.jpg)
Orientation Week 2020
bull Student Council Office
bull Building C 2nd Floor
bull Contact us on Social media or via Email
1 Facebook Studentenraad VUB
2 Mail studentenraadstuvoraadvubbe
bull And follow us on Instagram
Studentenraadvub
STUDENT COUNCIL
WHERE TO CONTACT US
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 92: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/92.jpg)
bull ACTO = VUBrsquos very own Academic Language Centrebull We offer different language courses and tests
at various levels
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 93: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/93.jpg)
COURSES WE OFFER IN THE SECOND TERM
English
=gt You first need to take a test to check which course is right for you
French
German
Italian
Spanish
ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
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THE ACTO-TEAM
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ACADEMIC ENGLISH
Register for the placement test online amp make the test by 1702
Focus on academic English skills essential for studying and succeeding at an academic level
Upon successful completion rarr certificate from ACTO
FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
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FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN amp SPANISH
General courses from beginnerrsquos level up to higher levels
Focus on communication in day-to-day activities
Four skills listening reading writing speaking
Intensive courses amp year-long courses
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
![Page 96: ORIENTATION DAY 2019-2020 - Student portal · Orientation Day 2020 Appointment @ Foreigners Department Local Police Check Belgian ID-card Can take 2-6 months! There can be different](https://reader034.vdocuments.site/reader034/viewer/2022042920/5f64f36b62bb79075725f2db/html5/thumbnails/96.jpg)
LANGUAGE TESTING INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNIZED
TOEFL rarr The most widely respected and recognized English-language test in the world
CNaVT rarr For foreign speakers who want to obtain the Certificate of Dutch as a Foreign Language of the Dutch Language Union
ITNA rarr For anyone who wants to register at a Flemish university but doesnot yet fulfil the necessary requirements or who needs a certificate for work
DELF rarr Diplocircme drsquoeacutetudes en langue franccedilaise
Test dates and further information see Acto-website
HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
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HTTPWWWVUBACBEACTO
Discover our complete range of language courses and language tests
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
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WE HOPE TO SEE YOU
Academic Language CentreVUB - Campus Etterbeek
Pleinlaan 2 ndash Building B ndash 2nd floor ndash B211
actovubbe
vubbeacto
THE ACTO-TEAM
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
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THE ACTO-TEAM
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