Study Abroad destinations

University of Luxembourg

The University of Luxembourg is a multilingual, international research University in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg. The multicultural country is home to the Financial Centre, to European Union Institutions and international enterprises.

The University is on 3 campuses, whilst being multilingual, international and research orientation. The University is a modern institution combined within a personal atmosphere, they also have many clubs and societies to join, with a variety events happening throughout the year.

The 3 languages spoken are French, German and English. The different backgrounds of people make the University highly European. In the heart of Europe and approximately 2 hours from Paris, Brussels and London, Luxembourg is one of the smallest countries in the European Union.

What you can study

Course	When you can study
English Language, Linguistics and TESOL BA	2nd year, Semester 1 or 2
English Language and Linguistics BA	2nd year, Semester 1 or 2
British Sign Language, English Language and Linguistics BA	2nd year, Semester 1 or 2
British Sign Language and Educational Linguistics BA	2nd year, Semester 1 or 2
Educational Linguistics BA	2nd year, Semester 1 or 2

Academic information

Choosing your modules

You will need to gain the following credits from your modules:

27 to 30 ECTS (European credits) per semester
54 to 60 ECTS per year.

You can see module options in the University of Luxembourg module catalogue.

Academic calendar

The academic year is split into 2 semesters:

Semester 1: Late September until Mid February
Semester 2: Late February until Early July

Visit the University of Luxembourg website for a full list of academic dates.

Accommodation

Accommodation abroad

Please arrange accommodation directly with the University of Luxembourg.

For more information see the University of Luxembourg housing pages.

Accommodation in York

If you study abroad for 1 semester, you are guaranteed university accommodation for the semester you are in York.

Funding and visas

Grants

Students will receive a minimum grant of £750 from either Erasmus+, Turing, or the YSJ Bursary.

To find out more information, please visit our Funding page.

Visas

Please make sure you have an up to date passport that expires no earlier than 6 months after you intend to return.

You will be provided with guidance and documentation from the partner university but it will be your responsibility to obtain the correct visa. Neither the Study Abroad team here or at the partner university are qualified to offer consultations or detailed advice regarding visa applications. Immigration laws are complex and subject to frequent changes.

If you do have any visa-related questions you will need to contact the appropriate Embassy directly.

For more information visit the University of Luxembourg International pages.