Interested in doing doctoral research at Ghent University?
All applications need the explicit commitment of a Ghent University professor who will act as your PhD supervisor.
There are two possibilities to start a PhD:
- Apply for an open PhD position
- Approach a specific professor
Use this roadmap to discover all the relevant information and which steps you need to take.
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Nov 16
Symposium 'FEARS 2026 – Faculty of Engineering and Architecture Research Symposium'
Sint-Pietersabdij, Sint-Pietersplein 9, 9000 Ghent
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Nov 16
Lecture 'Offshore wind energy: foundational track'
Gebouw 60, lokaal 0.1, Technologiepark 60, 9052 Zwijnaarde
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Nov 16
Lecture 'Nostalgia as a Propaganda Tool'
Faculty Board Room - Campus Aula, Voldersstraat 3, 9000 Ghent
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Nov 16
Debate 'How animal friendly is our campus between 12:00 and 13:00?'
Auditorium A, building D4, campus Merelbeke, Salisburylaan 133, 9820 Merelbeke