Université catholique de Louvain (UCLouvain)

Business Profile

Core Value Proposition

Université catholique de Louvain (UCLouvain) provides high‑quality education, advanced research, and innovation partnerships across multiple campuses in Belgium.

Target Customer

{"Prospective students (bachelor's, master's, adult learners)","Current students","Doctoral researchers","Faculty and researchers","Staff","Alumni","Partner enterprises and organizations"}

Key Differentiator

Longstanding history since 1425, multi‑campus presence (Louvain-la-Neuve, Brussels, Mons, Tournai, Charleroi), and a strong ecosystem for research valorization and collaboration (Louvain4 networks, LouvainTransfer, SAFIR, Valodoc, Dial).

Implementation Timeline

Immediate access to student tools (e.g., MyUCLouvain and the new app). Longer‑term outcomes such as funding, collaborations, and research valorization typically occur over several months, with campus expansion milestones (e.g., new campus by 2026–2027).

Pain Points

1Navigating admissions, study choices, and student life support services.
2Finding and securing research funding, administrative support, and IP/valorisation guidance.
3Establishing collaborations with industry and non‑university partners and managing cross‑institution mobility.

Key Features

1Broad range of programs across faculties (bachelor’s, master’s, doctorates, continuing education).
2Digital tools for students: MyUCLouvain, new UCLouvain app for schedules, campus maps, and services.
3International mobility and cross-border opportunities (Erasmus Belgica).
4Research support and valorization infrastructure: SAFIR, Valodoc, Dial, LouvainTransfer, spin-offs and patents.
5Campus life infrastructure: libraries, study spaces, residences, sports and culture.

Target Customer Industries

Decision Makers

1Rectrice (Rector)
2Coordinateur Louvain4 (Louvain4 Coordinator)
3Promoteur / promotrice de thèse (PhD supervisor)

Client Results

1Access to funding opportunities and support for research projects (via SAFIR, ADRE, etc.).
2Opportunities for collaboration with industry via LouvainTransfer.
3Valorisation of research outputs (Dial, presses universitaires de Louvain, patents) and academic publications.
4Mobility and international exchange (Erasmus Belgica).

Competitive Advantages

1Historical prestige as one of Europe's oldest universities with 600‑year heritage.
2Extensive multi‑campus network and cross‑border collaborations.
3Structured support for researchers and students, including funding pathways, IP guidance, and industry partnerships (LouvainTransfer, Louvain4).
4Integrated digital ecosystem (MyUCLouvain, new app) and centralized information resources (Centre d'information, Valodoc, Dial).

Key Benefits

1High‑quality education and research opportunities

2Access to funding, guidance, and administrative support for researchers and students

3Strong industry collaborations and technology transfer pathways

4Vibrant campus life and international mobility opportunities

5Comprehensive digital tools and resources to manage studies and research

Additional Product Information

Product Description

A comprehensive university offering higher education across multiple faculties, advanced research and innovation partnerships, and a broad ecosystem supporting students, researchers, and collaborations with industry and public partners.

Target Market

Prospective students, current students, doctoral researchers, faculty and staff, alumni, and partner organizations seeking collaboration.

Unique Value Proposition

A historic, multi-campus research and education ecosystem with a strong emphasis on research valorization, industry collaboration, and student life, supported by modern digital tools and structured programs for mobility and internationalization.

Technical Requirements

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Pricing Model

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