Education and study
Studying at Ghent University
In these pages you will find an overview of all the courses offered at Ghent University: over 130 faculty departments, divided over 11 faculties, offer high-quality courses in every one of their scientific disciplines, each inspired by innovative research.
All UGent bachelor programmes are taught in Dutch. English is only used in some Master programmes as the main language of instruction. Good language proficiency is therefore absolutely necessary and formally required.
Study support
UGent students can count on extensive and personal support , during their entire study career, including their transition into a professional life.
European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System
Within Ghent University, ECTS is fully implemented as to make international mobility and the transfer of study credits more transparant and attractive.
Application and enrolment
Application
Are you studying at Ghent University to obtain a degree or are you taking part in a student exchange programme such as Erasmus? What are the admission requirements? In the next pages you can find an answer on these and other questions.
Enrolment and administration
What do you need to do to (re-)enrol? When can you enrol? You need a certified true copy of your diploma or your grade sheet? Here you can find practical information about services are offered by the central and faculty student administration.
Internationalisation at UGent
Ghent University profiles itself within a broad international perpective and has an outstanding track record when it comes to participation in various international educational programmes aimed at the mobility of students, staff and personnel.
On a global scale, Ghent University cooperates with over 500 universities.
