Facultés de l'Université catholique de Lille

Facultés de l'Université catholique de Lille is a university complex located in the Vauban district of Lille, comprising multiple faculty buildings dedicated to teaching and research. The campus features distinctive red brick architecture that characterizes much of the local urban landscape.

The university was founded in 1875 and established its first medicine faculty in 1876. This marked the beginning of private higher education in northern France.

The institution serves as a major center for teaching and research across multiple disciplines in northern France. Visitors can observe the active student life and cultural events that regularly take place on the campus throughout the year.

The buildings are accessible on weekdays and offer access to libraries, study areas, and various facilities. Visitors should note that this is an active university campus where some areas may have restricted access.

The campus includes ten student residences concentrated in the Vauban quarter and Old Lille. This concentration of student housing creates a dedicated academic neighborhood within the city.

Location: Lille

Address: 60 Bd Vauban, 59800 Lille, France

Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 07:30-18:30

Phone: +33320134000

Website: http://univ-catholille.fr

GPS coordinates: 50.63318,3.04679

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:21