Studying

If you plan on studying in Flanders, there is a vast range of schools and universities to choose from. Many educational institutions also organise courses in other languages such as English and French.

Studying in Flanders
Flanders provides excellent programmes of study and can boast first-rate student facilities. The internationally-oriented educational institutes offer joint degree programmes and are known for their strong language courses....
Compulsory education
Compulsory education means parents have to make sure their children receive education. The federal government determines the duration of compulsory education for the whole of Belgium....
Finding the right Dutch course
You do not speak Dutch and you would like to learn it? Then you can contact the Flemish Integration and Civic Integration Agency (Agentschap Integratie en Inburgering - AgII)....
School allowances for nursery, primary and secondary education
The costs associated with education can be quite high. This is why the Flemish authorities provide school allowances in some cases.
Study grants for higher education
The costs associated with education can be quite high. In order to ensure that everyone has access to higher education, the Flemish authorities provide study grants in certain cases.
Recognition and equivalence of a foreign diploma or certificate in Flanders
Do you want to work or study in Flanders, but do you have a foreign diploma or certificate? Please note that you might have to get your diploma or certificate recognised or declared equivalent....
Recognition of a Flemish diploma or certificate abroad
If you want to have your Flemish diploma declared equivalent abroad, you can contact the NARIC Centre of that country. They can provide you with information about the procedure you must follow and the documents you will need....

Studying in Flanders

Compulsory education

Finding the right Dutch course

School allowances for nursery, primary and secondary education

Study grants for higher education

Recognition and equivalence of a foreign diploma or certificate in Flanders

Recognition of a Flemish diploma or certificate abroad