Student Centre

The Student Centre is the place to go for all your questions. We welcome both current and prospective students. We'll be there for you, whether you have a practical inquiry or need a sympathetic ear.

One Central Location for every student

We welcome every (prospective) Ghent University student, whether you're still undecided about what to study, have just begun, are nearing graduation, or are pursuing a PhD.

How does it work?

Walk-ins

The Student Centre is open every working day. If you have a question, please feel free to stop by. Alternatively, you can get in touch with us by email or phone.

We listen, answer your questions, or refer you to the appropriate person. We can assist you with, for example,

If you have practical or content-specific questions related to your study programme or individual course units, please get in touch with your faculty.


Studentencentrum1An appointment

Do you have an appointment with one of our colleagues?

  • Please register at the digital check-in point
  • Take a seat in the waiting area, they will come and collect you

Contact

The Student Centre
Sint-Pietersnieuwstraat 51, Gent
studentencentrum@ugent.be
T +32 9 331 00 31

Office Hours:

  • Monday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Tuesday: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.*
  • Wednesday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Thursday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.**
  • Friday: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

* December 23rd, February 3rd, April 7th, and April 14th: open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

** closed from 12 a.m. to 2 p.m. every 1st thursday of the month

Closing Days:

  • 25 December 2025 July to 2 January 2026
  • 6 April 2026
  • 1 May 2026
  • 14 May 2026
  • 25 May 2026