Degree students

A degree-seeking student wishes to obtain a diploma or degree at Ghent University - be it bachelor, master or PhD level.

1. Choice of study

• international courses (English-taught)
• regular offer (Dutch-taught)
• PhD
  

2. Academic admission requirements

3. Application procedure including deadlines

4. Practical arrangements

• funding your study and/or research
• visa application

5. On arrival

• enrolment
• payment of tuition fee
• insurance
  

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Exchange students

An exchange student is a student (officially registered in a university or other institution for higher education abroad) who temporarily lives in a foreign country and attends courses or is involved in other academic activities. The exchange period at UGent lasts minimum 1 month and maximum 12 months.

The exchange student does NOT get a diploma from UGent. However, all academic results will be sent to his/her university abroad.

• How to apply
  All forms you need to become an exchange student at Ghent University.
  
• Visa requirements
  Some quick links to guide you through the website of the Federal Public Service for Foreign Affairs.
  
• Upon arrival
  Some practical instructions to help you settle in.
• Facilities
  Information on what Ghent and its university have to offer.
• Contact details for IRO Student Support
  Let the Exchange Student Adviser be your guiding light.