So you’ve decided to study abroad in Antwerp?
Great choice!
Do you know the city, the people, how to get around, what to do or where to stay?
Stop stressing and look no further! This website is your Antwerp’s Declassified Study Survival Guide. Here you’ll find everything you need to know about your future student life.
Still unsure? We’ll help you decide!
Not sure if studying in Antwerp is the right choice for you?
No worries, we’ve got you covered. Here are 5 reasons why Antwerp is the place to be for students.
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Discover Antwerp City Hall and Meet Fellow International Students
New to Antwerp? As part of the Welcome Weeks for international students, Study in Antwerp invites you to discover the city and connect with fellow students during a guided visit to the historic Antwerp City Hall. Together with a professional…

Velo Antwerpen – 24hours of free cycling
Get your free day pass from Velo Antwerpen Are you a student and would you like to cycle quickly through the city whenever you like? Get your free Velo day pass and start riding! Here’s how: 1. Go to www.velo-antwerpen.be…
Studying
In Antwerp
Here you can find all the practical information you need about being a student in Antwerp. We also share our tips on the coziest places to get behind your books.
Living
In Antwerp
Learn what it’s like to live in Antwerp and become a real local!
Free time
In Antwerp
Studying in Antwerp is about more than just studying. Want to spend time away from your books? Want to get to know Antwerp? We’ve got the perfect hotspots for you!
Educational institutions

The University of Antwerp is a dynamic and forward-thinking research university offering 32 English-taught Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD programs across 9 faculties. With a focus on research, innovation, and international opportunities, UAntwerp supports over 21.000 students and 80.000 alumni worldwide.

AP University of Applied Sciences and Arts focusses on hands-on learning with modern campuses, real-world experience, and a personal approach. Here you can choose from diverse programmes in business, care, education, science, and the arts, including the renowned Royal Academy of Fine Arts and Royal Conservatoire Antwerp. AP offers English exchange programmes and traineeships for international students.
Want to set sail on your maritime career? Antwerp, home to Europe’s second-largest port, is the perfect place to gain expertise in the innovative shipping industry. The Antwerp Maritime Academy offers English-taught Bachelor’s and Master’s programmes in Nautical Sciences and Maritime Engineering.

KdG University of Applied Sciences and Arts offers a wide range of English-taught Bachelor’s, Master’s, and exchange programmes in business, tech, and the arts. With hands-on, expert-led training in small classes, KdG ensures quality education and inclusiveness.