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The largest university of applied sciences in Flanders. A community of almost 22,000 students, staff members and researchers. As a pioneer in the ‘learning by doing’ method, we offer students tailored learning through our innovative labs, hands-on course methodology and real-world project opportunities.

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Bachelor's degree

We offer a range of inspiring English-taught international degree programmes giving (foreign) students with high ambitions access to our top-quality education; in addition to full (three-year) programmes, we organise abridged (one-year) courses to obtain a second degree.
Postgraduates

Graduated but keen to study more? Ready to expand on the knowledge and skills acquired in your bachelor's or master's degree? Looking to give your career a boost? Earn a postgraduate certificate in just 1 or 2 semesters. Or go for a short programme and earn a second bachelor's degree in just one year.
Exchange programmes

Discover more than 40 English-taught exchange programmes on our 10 campuses! We welcome exchange students from our partner universities around the globe to study or do an internship. Joining one of our programmes for a semester or longer will give your degree an international boost!
Chat with our students

Do you have a question about student life in Belgium or at Thomas More? Who better to help you out than our own students! They are happy and ready to try to answer your questions, so don't hesitate to contact them. You can choose a student from your own country, or someone who is attending a course you would like to know more about.
Want to meet us?

Looking for a programme in English with an international focus? Join one of our (virtual) events to find out more about student life in Belgium and Thomas More's exciting bachelor's degree and postgraduate programmes. We would also love to meet you in person, in your country or at one of our Open Campus Days!
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Practical information for international students

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Your student days are the best days of your life … But also a new and exciting start, right? Don’t worry, we are very happy to guide you! Together with the student associations, Student Services organises activities on all campuses to help you get to know your fellow student a bit better. This is also an excellent opportunity to discover the range of cultural and sports activities on offer for the new academic year.