Belgium as a Study Destination

Belgium has a welcoming environment for students from all over the globe. Belgians are known for their amicable nature. Belgium is commonly referred as the heart of Europe and a hub for international networking. It is a home to both the European Union (EU) and NATO.  Belgium has three native languages- French, Dutch and German. People are also fluent in English.  Belgium is mainly split into regions:

Official Name: Kingdom of Belgium

Borders With: Germany, the Netherlands, France, Luxembourg, and the North Sea

Capital City: Brussels- the headquarters of the European Union (EU) and the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO)

Government: Constitutional monarchy, parliamentary democracy and unique federal government

Largest Regions: Dutch-speaking region of Flanders in the north and the French-speaking southern region of Wallonia.

Language Communities: the Flemish Community in the north with official language being Dutch, the French Community in the south with French as official language, and the German-speaking Community in the east with official language being German

Compulsory Education: 6-18 years of age

Currency: Euro (€)

Internet domain: .be

International dialing code: 32

Belgium is a home to numerous international educational institutions and provide a unique educational and networking opportunity. Following are the reasons to study abroad in Belgium:

Belgian Higher Education Institutions are known all  around the world. Along with the conventional self-evaluation, the Belgian Higher Education Institutions have their own external quality assurance system. Belgium possesses a powerful research culture, and the interaction between the professor’s lessons and research activities enormously enhance the learning experience of the pupils. And likewise, Belgium possesses top-notch research institutes in a range of disciplines from biotechnology to aeronautics. 

The living expense and tuition fee for students in Belgium is relatively low. Full time students, irrespective of their nationality are permitted to work to help cover the study expenses. Although Pupils from countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA) must get a work permit in order to work in Belgium. 

The Belgian Government and Higher Education Institutions offer many scholarships programmes and grants to international students from all over the world. In Belgium, there are French Community Scholarships and Flemish Community Scholarships and Grants for students at all level of studies.

In Belgium, there is a cultural diversity of communities and as well as multilingualism. Belgium has three official languages- French, Dutch and German, thereby offering a great number of opportunities to enhance language skills. English is also used frequently. Because of the diversity of languages provided at Belgian educational institutions, it is easy to study there. You can choose your preferred language of study before making a final call on the educational institution or programme.

Belgium is known for its high standard of living, safety and lively culture. Belgium possesses great cities like Antwerp, Brussels, and so on that are built beautifully. It has magnificent castles, famous battleground and serene garden, thereby providing a different outlook. Brussels hold a 38th position in the QS “Best Student City Rankings” for its numerous student-friendly facilities and services.