Karel de Grote Hogeschool
At KdG, international collaboration is in our DNA. We connect students, staff and partners across Europe and beyond. Discover the opportunities a partnership with KdG can bring:
- Meet colleagues during our staff weeks, exchange teaching ideas, and get a firsthand look at our classrooms in action.
- We support student and staff mobility through exchanges, including Erasmus+.
- We work closely with institutions across Europe and beyond in long-term partnerships.
- Our programmes integrate global insights, preparing students and staff for the workplace of tomorrow.
- As holder of the Erasmus University Charter, we guarantee high-quality collaboration.
Partnership opportunities
KdG is always looking to build meaningful collaborations with higher education institutes, private partners, and non-profit organisations. Our partnerships can include:
- Student and staff mobility: exchanges that broaden horizons and skills.
- Joint initiatives and projects: including research, curriculum development, and Erasmus+ funded collaborations.
- Flexible collaboration models: we adapt to your needs and explore new opportunities together.
Contact us at agreements@kdg.be to explore how we can work together.
Staff weeks
Staff weeks at KdG offer a unique opportunity for staff from partner institutions to meet colleagues, exchange teaching ideas and explore innovative approaches in education.
Upcoming staff weeks
- Teaching Beyond Borders: mastering blended and virtual learning: 5 day international week focused on virtual and blended teaching and learning in higher education. 4-8 May 2026 in Antwerp, Belgium.
- The Library as Studio: Art, Archives and Special Collections: 5-day international week exploring how art school libraries connect education, museums and cultural heritage. 15-19 June 2026 in Antwerp, Belgium
Past staff weeks
- International Midwifery Research Week: 3 days of networking and workshops in an international community and future research project. 25-27 November 2024
- Creating International Community Staff Week: an inspiring week focused on building global networks and intercultural exchange. 13-17 May 2024
Erasmus University Charter
Karel de Grote University of Applied Sciences and Arts is holder of an Erasmus University Charter awarded by the European Commission.
This accreditation ensures that our student and staff mobility programmes meet high European quality standards, and that we are a trusted partner for international collaboration. Read about our international strategy and objectives in the Erasmus Policy Statement.
Erasmus code: B ANTWERP59
Delegation visits to KdG
We welcome delegations from partner institutions at all levels – from teaching staff to support services and leadership. A visit to KdG is a chance to experience our approach to education and collaboration up close.
During delegation visits, you can:
- Explore our campuses and discover our programmes.
- Meet your Belgian peers and exchange ideas in teaching, learning, and support services.
- Join benchmark sessions with staff from different departments.
- Gain insight into our international projects and innovative practices.
Contact us at international@kdg.be to plan your visit.