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VIVES University of Applied Sciences

Kortrijk, BE

A Dutch-speaking university of applied sciences in West Flanders with campuses in Bruges, Kortrijk, Roeselare, and Tielt. Known for nursing, education, technology, and social work. Part of the Kortrijk-Lille-Ghent Euroregion.

VIVES University of Applied Sciences logo

VIVES University of Applied Sciences

About the university

A Dutch-speaking university of applied sciences in West Flanders with campuses in Bruges, Kortrijk, Roeselare, and Tielt. Known for nursing, education, technology, and social work. Part of the Kortrijk-Lille-Ghent Euroregion.

Key information

  • Location: Kortrijk, BE
  • National ranking #18
  • Institution type: public

Popular faculties

  • Nursing
  • Education
  • Technology
  • Social Work
  • Business

Programs (6)

  • Business Administration
  • Computer Science
  • Education
  • Engineering
  • Nursing
  • Sociology

Student body

  • Total students: 16,000
  • International students: 8%

Housing & accommodation

Housing cost: €300 - €650 / per month

Career & internships

Employment rate: 82%

Admission requirements

Required tests

  • IELTS

Minimum GPA: 2.5

Tuition costs

  • €960 - €2,500 / per year
  • Acceptance rate: 75.00%
  • Scholarships available: Flemish government grants, Erasmus+
  • Additional costs: Books €100-200/year

Quick facts

  • Founded: 2014
  • Teaching languages: Dutch, English
  • Study formats: offline

Contact

  • Website: https://www.vives.be