Information for new students
Welcoming new students
The welcome day for new Ba1 students took place on 18 and 19 September 2025.
- View the programme.
- Welcome brochure (in Dutch)
- Questions? Contact introductiedagen.lw@ugent.be
Complete your enrolment
Do not forget to complete your enrolment by checking and/or supplementing your curriculum. Please do this before 10 October.
Linking and preparatory programmes, abridged bachelor
For guidance in putting together your curriculum, please contact the learning track counsellor of your study programme.
Be sure to have a look at ugent.be/lw/en/degree/fsa/alreadyadegree.htm.
Timetables
Classes start on Monday 22 September 2025. You can find your personal timetable (based on your personal curriculum) at oasis.ugent.be. Log in with your Ghent University account and click on ‘my calendar’.
Books and syllabi
The course sheets (study guide > choose your study programme > tab 'programme summary' > click on the course unit > open PDF of the course sheet) of the course units show which books or syllabi you need.
The student association of your study programme is responsible for selling the books. During the welcome moment, you will receive more information on how to obtain the course material.
- Study programme Applied Language Studies: from the beginning of September, you will find the list of books and syllabi and all information regarding purchases on the academic department website (in Dutch).
Student administration
If you have any questions about the administrative side of studying at the faculty, please contact the Faculty Student Administration (FSA).
Student Counselling Service
More information about how student counselling and learning track counselling work.
Student Centre
The Student Centre is the central place where you, as a student, can go with your questions. Its doors are open to you every working day. Whether you have a practical question or just need someone to listen, we are here for you!
Sint-Pietersnieuwstraat 51, Gent | T +32 9 331 00 31
studentencentrum@ugent.be | www.ugent.be/studentcentre
Your way around Ghent University
Practical information for a smooth start at Ghent University.