Lille Catholic University, France’s largest private university

Lille Catholic University, founded in 1875, has become a leading centre for higher education in France. It is the largest private campus in the country with 17,000 full-time students.

The University offers more than 50 degrees, in 5 major areas: Humanities, Law/Economics/Business Administration, Science/Engineering/Technology, Medicine and Theology.

Its originality lies in the fact that diplomas are available both in the traditional-style University Faculties and the high-profile "Grandes Ecoles".

Highlighting innovation in teaching

Lille Catholic University is renowned for its top-grade teaching. It is linked to its vocational expertise, while fully preparing students to their future careers. Work placements and practical internships are integrated into the curriculum.

One of the essential characteristics of all teachings on campus is the importance attached to humanities; all students take courses in philosophy, religious studies, culture or ethics.

Breeding excellence in research

Lille Catholic University is an important research centre: it hosts 70 research teams collaborating with major research institutes.

The university has 13 libraries, including a Central Library that holds 400,000 volumes. The University's Management Library, which IÉSEG School of Management co-funds, boasts some 35,000 volumes and over 1,000 periodicals.