Culture Commons Quest Office search menu search content Hide To Show Memefying Live Music, Algorythmizing Social Relationships By Pascal Gielen & Thomas R. Moore Does not all social media, all our lust for communication and connection, hide our growing loneliness? In Hide to Show musician Thomas Moo…

Science at the Fair search menu search content Itinerant Show Businesses Networks Postdoc: Eva Andersen | Supervisor: Nele Wynants This subproject will focus on the social and professional community of itinerant showpeople by analysing the networks and legal conditions of their nomadic existence in …

Antwerp Doctoral School search menu search content Show, don't tell: Creating visuals about your research Competence category E: Communication Skills Content Visual communication is a great way to explain complex information, such as your research. In this workshop, we'll learn that you don't need a…

Vincent Cattersel assistant professor - senior researcher Research Vincent Cattersel Research team Antwerp Cultural Heritage Sciences (ARCHES) Expertise Conservation and restoration, and the scientific study of (non) polychromed sculpture, furniture, and organic materials (ivory, bone, tortoise shel…

Antwerp Cultural Heritage Sciences search menu search content Projects - Antwerp Cultural Heritage Sciences Ongoing projects Reviving Historic Water Infrastructures: Integrating Historical Water Systems for Sustainable Urban Water Management and Climate Resilience. 01/11/2025 - 31/10/2029 Abstract C…

Behavioural Ecology and Ecophysiology search menu search content Research Projects Ongoing projects Microbial modulators of the mind: A shotgun metagenomic approach to studying gut-behavior links in great apes. 01/04/2025 - 30/03/2026 Abstract The close phylogenetic relationship between bonobos (Pan…

Why do an exchange at the University of Antwerp? Spend a semester or year in Antwerp Looking to expand your horizon? The University of Antwerp (UAntwerp) welcomes over 500 students on Erasmus or other exchange programmes every year, from partner institutions all over the world. UAntwerp is a young a…

Question? Contact us. NON-ACADEMIC QUESTIONS: Housing | university residences, tips and help with rental on the private market contact international student housing office NON-ACADEMIC QUESTIONS: General | application requirements, Mobility Online, studying with a functional impairment, ... contact …

Academic information The information below can help you when choosing courses. If you have any questions about which courses you can take up, please contact the international coordinator of your faculty. Course selection and ECTS How to choose your courses Examinations and grading Find out more abou…

Testimonials Don’t take our word for it. Hear what others have to say! "Academically, I was truly inspired. The teaching style in Antwerp encouraged active participation, teamwork, and hands-on learning. I particularly appreciated the real-world connections, such as working with local museums and …

How to apply? Are you interested in spending a semester at our university? Your adventure at the University of Antwerp is just one click away – get ready for an amazing experience! I want to study at UAntwerp I want to do a traineeship at UAntwerp Reach out to us Please take the time to thoroughly…

Cost of living The cost of living depends on various factors. To have an idea of your expenses, we advise you to draw up a financial plan beforehand. We provide some indications that will allow you to calculate your own budget.We distinguish between the cost of studying, which is a direct consequenc…

Housing for 1 semester or full year All students can apply for a room in one of the university’s residences or request assistance in finding housing on the private market. You will receive more information by email once your application has been approved. You will also receive advice and tips to f…

Prepare for your arrival Check the pages below for information you might need for a smooth preparation process. Once you have been accepted, you will receive more information regarding: - Visa application and residence permit - Housing - Enrolment and course registration - Opening a bank account - O…

Studying with a functional impairment If you have a functional impairment, you can request special facilities during your studies and/or exams to compensate for any difficulties you may experience. We advise students in a wheelchair or with a visual impairment to plan a preparatory visit well before…

Partner information We have collected relevant information for our partners on this page. You can find the nomination deadlines, our fact sheet and promotional material below. Fact sheet Nomination deadlines (study exchange) Promotional material | photos Stadscampus Biking through stadscampus Mutsaa…

Webinars and Q&A You can check out a webinar on some important topics. It covers key points that require your attention. If you have any questions, feel free to drop by the Q&A session. Webinars How do I use Mobility Online? For all applications Which documents do I need? For all applications Learni…

Visa Student Visa: apply in time! When planning to stay in Belgium for more than 90 days all students with a non-EEA nationality need to apply for a long-term visa (visa type D) at the Belgian embassy or consulate in their current country of residence before leaving for Belgium. Check out all the in…

FAQ General information Can I do a study exchange when there is no exchange agreement with my home institution? No. To be eligible for an study exchange period at our university, it's essential that your institution has a valid bilateral exchange agreement with the University of Antwerp, as this all…

Travelling to Antwerp Welcome to Antwerp! Your exchange already starts from the moment you start planning your travel to Antwerp. Antwerp is located in the centre of Belgium and is easily accessible by train, car, bus and plane. The way you plan your journey can definitely be an added value to the o…

Study at UAntwerp Step 1: Your home institution nominates you before the deadline To be eligible for an exchange period at our university, it's essential that you are nominated by your home institution. This means that your home institution has a valid bilateral exchange agreement with the Universit…

Save the date Mark your calendar! Academic Calendar Check out the academic calendar for important dates such as the start of the semester or exam periods. Orientation Day Right before the start of each semester, all exchange students are welcomed during Orientation Day. Make sure you don’t miss it…

Traineeship at UAntwerp Step 1: Contact the faculty/department where you want to do a traineeship You are responsible for finding your own traineeship position and making the necessary arrangements with the training supervisor at the University of Antwerp. Please submit a short plan for your trainee…

Insurance and healthcare All students must have sufficient health insurance to cover their stay in Antwerp. Although the University of Antwerp does offer accident-liability insurance to all its students, health insurance is not included, so please make sure you are sufficiently insured. We cannot re…

Course selection and ECTS credits Course selection To help you select your courses, you can consult an overview of the different courses that are offered in English for exchange students. Important remarks: The international coordinators for all study programmes are listed below: they are the respon…