Welcome to Irish College Leuven
Situated in the academic heart of Leuven, Belgium, we are a vibrant hub for learning and collaboration. We specialise in designing and delivering tailored international education and training programmes for universities, professional bodies, and public sector organisations worldwide, creating inspiring experiences that encourate growth, connection, and purpose. In addition, we provide comfortable modern accommodation in our 59 spacious rooms, complete with a buffet breakfast each morning, while also offering the ideal environment for professional seminars, conferences, and networking in our state-of-the-art conference spaces. Finally, we also celebrate Ireland’s rich heritage through a dynamic calendar of annual cultural and artistic events
Upcoming Events and Visiting Groups
On 1st of August, a group of over thirty students from UC-Davis will arrive at Irish College Leuven to participate in a study abroad programme based in our institution. Highlights will include learning about microbiology through hands-on excursions, including a chocolate-making demonstration. a visit a local farm to understand the microbiology behind cheese making, and a tour through the historic Brasserie Cantillon, a traditional lambic brewery.
Fever Events is putting on a series of string-quartet Candlelight Concerts in Irish College Leuven's historic auditorium on the 9th of August. Concerts include tributes to legendary musical acts and composers of the past and present, such as Vivaldi, Coldplay, Queen, ABBA, Imagine Dragons, and Ludovico Einaudi, as well as a special Valentine's Day programme. Click this button for more information on concert dates and times or to purchase a ticket.
Hurry!* Rare opportunity! Forget those back-to-school blues and join us on the 5th of Sept. for an evening concert with two of the finest Irish music artists that you will ever see in Irish College Leuven's historic auditorium. There is also a masterclass in the afternoon with Mike and Tim if you fancy honing your skills. (*Dont wait....the concert and masterclasses are selling out fast with the early-bird discount.) Link to tickets here or scan the code https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1988272433371?aff=oddtdtcreator
Technological University Dublin's Msc. in Food Science programme has been been sending groups from Dublin to our campus in Leuven for over 20 years! This year, we worked with the programme's group leaders to create a varied and memorable itinerary centred on 'Food Safety' and EU legislation surrounding this immeasurably important concept.
Irish College Leuven looks forward to proudly welcoming the Western Development Commission (WDC) and a select group of regional stakeholders for an intensive two-day visit to Belgium. Designed specifically for the WDC, this initiative aims to foster strategic relationships within key European institutions, driving growth, innovation, and sustainability across Western Ireland’s economy.
The Dúiche 2026 Workshop at Irish College Leuven combines reflective lectures, discussions, study visits, and hands-on case studies to support the development of internationally competitive, place-based European enterprises, with a focus on sustainable innovation in marginal regions. It is designed for development agency executives, community practitioners, public officials, and policymakers working across economic, social, and cultural development in the EU. Please click here for more information and to sign up!