Erasmus guide Artevelde University of Applied Sciences
Courses, housing, visa, campus life and exchange basics for studying at Artevelde University of Applied Sciences in Ghent, Belgium.
Study abroad at Artevelde University of Applied Sciences: overview
Study abroad at Artevelde University of Applied Sciences means choosing Ghent through a specific academic fit: Hands-on Ghent applied sciences university with 14,000 students and the strongest English-taught short programme catalogue in Flanders for international business, communication, and entrepreneurship. It works best when your courses, language and housing align with the faculty, not only with the university name.
Enrollment
14,000 students
International Mix
Visible international community; availability depends on faculty and agreement.
Why students choose it
Applied-sciences college in the heart of Ghent, Belgium. Strong in communication, design, education, and healthcare — ideal for hands-on exchange students who want real-world projects over pure theory.
Language of instruction: Dutch (primary); some English-taught programmes in communication and business
Exchange & application at Artevelde University of Applied Sciences
Exchange at Artevelde University of Applied Sciences starts with nomination, official calendar and course confirmation. Check seats, language and prerequisites before promising yourself a fixed timetable.
✅Requirements
Partner nomination, online exchange application, learning agreement, valid ID/passport, transcript, and language proof when the host programme requires it.
📨Nomination Process
Your home university nominates you first. After nomination, complete the host online application and learning agreement by the faculty deadline; dates vary by semester and programme.
🛂Visa Support
EU/EEA students normally do not need a student visa. Non-EU students should check Belgian long-stay visa or residence rules early and keep proof of insurance and financial means ready.
👥Buddy System
Artevelde welcome activities and the international programme structure make it easier to meet people quickly.
🧭Orientation Week
International welcome days usually happen just before classes; attend them even if your course timetable is not final yet.
🗓️Deadlines by intake
| Intake | Nomination deadline | Application deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn intake | Usually spring; verify with the receiving faculty | Usually April-May depending on faculty and exchange type |
| Spring intake | Usually autumn; verify with the receiving faculty | Usually October-November depending on faculty and exchange type |
Arrival Checklist
- Confirm campus and faculty before booking housing.
- Prepare backup courses in case your first choices are full or incompatible.
- Keep insurance, ID, nomination, and learning agreement PDFs offline.
- Register local admin steps early if your stay requires residence paperwork.
Academics & courses at Artevelde University of Applied Sciences
Academics are anchored in Communication Management, Graphic and Digital Media Design, Healthcare and Midwifery, Teacher Training. Bring backup courses and confirm credit conversion with your home university.
📝Course Registration
Course registration is usually handled after admission through the faculty or exchange platform. Build a backup shortlist because English-taught places and timetable combinations can change.
🎓Credit System
Belgium uses ECTS. A full-time semester is normally 30 ECTS; exchange loads depend on the home university learning agreement.
💯Grading System
Belgian universities commonly use a 0-20 grading scale with 10/20 as the usual pass mark, though conversion is handled by the home university.
✍️Exam Culture
Attendance, group work, and final exam dates vary by faculty. Do not book return travel until the official exam schedule is confirmed.
📚Library Access
Exchange students normally receive student-card access to campus libraries, study rooms, Wi-Fi, and digital learning platforms after enrolment.
Tuition & fees at Artevelde University of Applied Sciences
Costs at Artevelde University of Applied Sciences combine exchange agreement, housing, insurance, transport and materials. Always separate partner exchange from full-degree admission because the financial rules differ.
| Student Type | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| EXCHANGE | EUR 0 tuition (admin EUR 0–50) | Erasmus tuition fully covered at all Belgian universities. Administrative fees €0–50 at enrollment. EU students use EHIC for medical care; non-EU need privat… |
| Full degree – EU/EEA | EUR ~906–1,000/year | EU/EEA ~€906–1,000/year. Artevelde UAS Ghent — creative fields: journalism, design, sports management. One of the more vibrant student environments in Belgium. |
| Full degree – non-EU | EUR 2,000–3,500/year | Non-EU: €2,000–3,500/year. Portfolio/motivation letter required for arts programmes. Ghent rent ~€450–700/month. |
EUR 0 tuition (admin EUR 0–50)
Erasmus tuition fully covered at all Belgian universities. Administrative fees €0–50 at enrollment. EU students use EHIC for medical care; non-EU need privat…
EUR ~906–1,000/year
EU/EEA ~€906–1,000/year. Artevelde UAS Ghent — creative fields: journalism, design, sports management. One of the more vibrant student environments in Belgium.
EUR 2,000–3,500/year
Non-EU: €2,000–3,500/year. Portfolio/motivation letter required for arts programmes. Ghent rent ~€450–700/month.
Fees change annually — verify current rates on the official exchange office page
Student housing at Artevelde University of Applied Sciences
Housing should be chosen by safe campus route, contract and arrival timing. Start with official channels and avoid deposits before verifying identity and conditions.
Full housing guide
Find housing in Ghent
Official contacts, student residences, private platforms, tips & red flags.
Insurance & campus support at Artevelde University of Applied Sciences
The international office, student services and faculty coordinators are the route for arrival, courses and documents. Use them early before small doubts become blockers.
🛡️Mandatory Insurance
Yes. Arrive with valid health insurance for the full exchange period and keep proof available for university and residence steps.
🇪🇺EHIC Accepted
Yes
🏥Campus Clinic
Use the university student services or international office first; they can point you to local doctors, insurance guidance, and urgent-care procedures.
🧠Mental Health
Student services can usually route students to counselling, wellbeing support, disability services, or external care. Ask early rather than waiting for exam period.
EHIC
Home-country dependent
Useful for many EU students for medically necessary public care.
Belgian mutuelle or private insurance
Varies by status and provider
Often relevant for long stays, reimbursements, or non-EU visa/residence requirements.
Campus services
International office
Main contact for nomination, learning agreement, arrival steps, and exchange paperwork.
Housing support
Start here before using private groups; it reduces scam risk and clarifies realistic rent ranges.
Student support
Use for insurance, wellbeing, disability support, study adjustments, and practical first-week questions.
Media Libraries
Five campus libraries with physical and digital collections, group study spaces, and a digital portal giving access to books, DVDs, and educational databases.
Sports Facilities
Sports hall access, Student Sport Flanders competitions, weekly individual sports sessions, and shared access to UGent and HOGENT sports facilities.
Accessibility Support
Academic adjustments and support for students with disabilities, chronic illness, dyslexia, ADHD, or other learning differences. Register before arrival.
ESN Gent
Erasmus Student Network Gent serves international students at Artevelde, UGent, and HOGENT. Trips, parties, cultural events, ESNcard discounts, and a welcoming community.
Student life at Artevelde University of Applied Sciences
Student life at Artevelde University of Applied Sciences depends on orientation, clubs, faculty groups and neighbourhood routine. Integration improves when you repeat plans instead of staying only in international circles.
Student Clubs
- Artevelde student council
- International programme groups
- Ghent ESN and city-level student events
Buddy Program
Artevelde welcome activities and the international programme structure make it easier to meet people quickly.
Sports & Recreation
- University sport or city student sport routes
- Low-cost city events and faculty activities
Your First 2 Weeks
- Sort bike access quickly; Ghent is much easier when housing, campus, and groceries are bike-connected.
- Do not wait for perfect housing; a verified kot in a workable area beats a late search from abroad.
- Use ESN/student union events early, then branch into faculty circles and local house groups.
- Check whether your courses are in the centre, Sterre, Schoonmeersen, or another campus before signing a lease.
Key exchange dates at Artevelde University of Applied Sciences
Artevelde University of Applied Sciences dates change by semester and agreement. Save official emails, confirm nomination and application windows, and leave room for course changes after arrival.
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Before nomination
Confirm that your home university has an active agreement for your subject area.
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After admission
Lock housing, insurance, arrival date, and backup courses before peak September/February pressure.
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Welcome week
Attend orientation, student-card setup, campus tour, and first social events.