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Ghent University began its journey in 1817 when King William I, as part of a policy to stem the intellectual and academic lag in the southern part of the United Kingdom of the Netherlands (later to become Belgium), established the University. In 1991, it officially changed its name from Rijksuniversiteit Gent to Universiteit Gent, following an increased grant of autonomy by the government of the Flemish Community. Today, it is not only one of the major universities in Belgium, but also a top 100 world university that educates 49,000+ students. The University is academically affiliated with CESAER, European Universities Association, The Guild, and the S Group. According to QS World University Rankings 2022 Ghent ranks #141, the Times Higher Education World University Rankings ranks the University #96, while the US News and World Report ranks it at #92.
Located in Flanders, Belgium, Ghent University is one of the largest universities in the Dutch language area. The University also has an international Global Campus, making it the first European University in Songdo, Korea. Ghent University consists of 11 Faculties with over 130 individual departments. In addition, the University maintains the Zwijnaarde Science Park and Greenbridge Science Park. The University has a Faculty of Arts and Philosophy, Faculty of Bio-science Engineering, Faculty of Law, Faculty of Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Faculty of Engineering and Architecture, Faculty of Economics and Business Administration, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Faculty of Political and Social Sciences. Over 200 courses are offered at the University that come along with in-depth research opportunities, especially within the scientific domains. Ghent University’s research innovation in Biotechnology, Microelectronics, Aquaculture and History are recognized for excellence worldwide.
Since its establishment 205 years ago, Ghent University has had a long road of history and accomplishments. Ghent University supports the Belgian Coordinated Collections of Microorganisms and the Vlaams Instituut voor Biotechnologie. It is a member of the Santander Network and the U4 Network. It also participates in the Conference of European Schools for Advanced Engineering Education and Research. Many notable alumni like Leo Baekeland (Chemist Inventor of Bakelite), Wim Blockmans (Historian), and Thierry Bogaert (Founder of DevGen) have graduated from the Ghent University.
Over 14% of the student body of Ghent University comprises International students. More than 6,800 students from over 100 countries attend the University every year. It is from a total of more than 49,000 students. The Career Service Center of Ghent University offers many resources to the students and alumni for connecting with potential employers and creating a better CV and a Resume. The University hosts many career fairs for students to interact with employers, which include, Deloitte, UZ Ghent, Stad Ghent, KU Leuven, HOGENT and more.
Read MoreGhent University began its journey in 1817 when King William I, as part of a policy to stem the intellectual and academic lag in the southern part of the United Kingdom of the Netherlands (later to become Belgium), established the University. In 1991, it officially changed its name from Rijksuniversiteit Gent to Universiteit Gent, following an increased grant of autonomy by the government of the Flemish Community. Today, it is not only one of the major universities in Belgium, but also a top 100 world university that educates 49,000+ students. The University is academically affiliated with CESAER, European Universities Association, The Guild, and the S Group. According to QS World University Rankings 2022 Ghent ranks #141, the Times Higher Education World University Rankings ranks the University #96, while the US News and World Report ranks it at #92.
Located in Flanders, Belgium, Ghent University is one of the largest universities in the Dutch language area. The University also has an international Global Campus, making it the first European University in Songdo, Korea. Ghent University consists of 11 Faculties with over 130 individual departments. In addition, the University maintains the Zwijnaarde Science Park and Greenbridge Science Park. The University has a Faculty of Arts and Philosophy, Faculty of Bio-science Engineering, Faculty of Law, Faculty of Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Faculty of Engineering and Architecture, Faculty of Economics and Business Administration, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Faculty of Political and Social Sciences. Over 200 courses are offered at the University that come along with in-depth research opportunities, especially within the scientific domains. Ghent University’s research innovation in Biotechnology, Microelectronics, Aquaculture and History are recognized for excellence worldwide.
Since its establishment 205 years ago, Ghent University has had a long road of history and accomplishments. Ghent University supports the Belgian Coordinated Collections of Microorganisms and the Vlaams Instituut voor Biotechnologie. It is a member of the Santander Network and the U4 Network. It also participates in the Conference of European Schools for Advanced Engineering Education and Research. Many notable alumni like Leo Baekeland (Chemist Inventor of Bakelite), Wim Blockmans (Historian), and Thierry Bogaert (Founder of DevGen) have graduated from the Ghent University.
Over 14% of the student body of Ghent University comprises International students. More than 6,800 students from over 100 countries attend the University every year. It is from a total of more than 49,000 students. The Career Service Center of Ghent University offers many resources to the students and alumni for connecting with potential employers and creating a better CV and a Resume. The University hosts many career fairs for students to interact with employers, which include, Deloitte, UZ Ghent, Stad Ghent, KU Leuven, HOGENT and more.
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This scholarship is aimed primarily at international students and is awarded for study and research visits to universities and non-university research institutions in Germany.
International student having an offer letter to study in a German university is eligible.
An online application is to be submitted.
This scholarship is aimed primarily at international students and is awarded for study and research visits to universities and non-university research institutions in Germany.
International student having an offer letter to study in a German university is eligible.
An online application is to be submitted.
This is a unique scholarship fund that has been created by scholarship winners worldwide. This is a concept of giving back to society for the cause of education with a focus on building a brighter and smarter future.
Applicants should have a minimum score of 60% in 10th and 12th.
An online application is to be submitted.
This is a unique scholarship fund that has been created by scholarship winners worldwide. This is a concept of giving back to society for the cause of education with a focus on building a brighter and smarter future.
Applicants should have a minimum score of 60% in 10th and 12th.
An online application is to be submitted.
Deutschland Stipendium program offers financial and non-material support to high-performing students from across the globe.
Applicant must be studying or commencing studies at UG or PG-level degree at the institution and should have proficiency certificate in English or German language.
An applicant’s entire personality is taken into account during the selection process, from academic excellence to personal achievements. Applicants must directly apply to the university, they are getting enrolled.
Deutschland Stipendium program offers financial and non-material support to high-performing students from across the globe.
Applicant must be studying or commencing studies at UG or PG-level degree at the institution and should have proficiency certificate in English or German language.
An applicant’s entire personality is taken into account during the selection process, from academic excellence to personal achievements. Applicants must directly apply to the university, they are getting enrolled.
These scholarships are given to the students studying in a full-time program studying in German institutions.
Applications for a “research scholarship for post-doctoral researchers” may only be made if applicants received their PhD within the last ten years.
An online application is to be submitted.
These scholarships are given to the students studying in a full-time program studying in German institutions.
Applications for a “research scholarship for post-doctoral researchers” may only be made if applicants received their PhD within the last ten years.
An online application is to be submitted.
This scholarship awards up to 1,200 scholarships in an academic year to those wanting to pursue a full-time program in any subject.
Excellent academic background.
An online application is to be submitted.
This scholarship awards up to 1,200 scholarships in an academic year to those wanting to pursue a full-time program in any subject.
Excellent academic background.
An online application is to be submitted.