Karel de Grote Hogeschool
Exchange programme
- Explore the world of Applied Computer Science – from programming and AI to data science, networks, systems, and hardware.
- Join this exchange programme for one semester or a full year, in autumn or spring.
- English-taught exchange programme in Europe, designed for international students.
- Learn from international lecturers and industry experts.
- Apply your skills in a semester project with real-life challenges.
- Combine theory with hands-on labs, cases, and team assignments.
- Study and connect with classmates from all over the world in Belgium.
Interested in a full bachelor programme? Discover our Bachelor of Applied Computer Science.
More questions?
incoming.mit@kdg.be
What does this course contain?
Course in brief
This exchange programme offers a technical track within Applied Computer Science. Each semester combines in-depth courses with practical projects and teamwork.
- Explore topics in programming, data science, artificial intelligence, networks, systems, hardware and business management.
- Every day of the week focuses on a different subject, giving you both breadth and depth.
- You will work on a semester project, applying your new skills to a real-world challenge under the guidance of expert mentors.
- Practical exercises, labs, case studies and team assignments go hand in hand with the theoretical background.
- You will study together with local Belgian students who are enrolled in our bachelor in Applied Computer Science, as well as with fellow international exchange students.
- By the end of the semester, you've expanded your technical expertise, gained valuable intercultural communication skills and experienced working in an international classroom environment.
Course overview
- You can choose Applied Computer Science courses from year 1 (beginner), year 2 (intermediate) and year 3 (advanced) – depending on your background and interests.
- You can register for a minimum of 20 credits and a maximum of 33 credits per semester.
- To shape your individual exchange study programme, please contact us at incoming.mit@kdg.be.
Language course (optional)
3 credits
Dutch Foreign Language for Beginners
(3 credits)
This course introduces you to Dutch, spoken in the Netherlands and Flanders. The aim is to reach A1 level of the CEFR:
- Understand and use everyday phrases.
- Introduce yourself and others.
- Interact in simple conversations when spoken to clearly and slowly.
German-speaking students often progress faster and may reach A2 level within one semester.
You will:
- Explore the culture of Antwerp and Belgium.
- Build grammar, vocabulary, listening and speaking skills.
- Choose between a practical, interactive approach or a more grammar-focused approach.
Language course (optional)
3 credits
Dutch Foreign Language for Beginners
(3 credits)
This course introduces you to Dutch, spoken in the Netherlands and Flanders. The aim is to reach A1 level of the CEFR:
- Understand and use everyday phrases.
- Introduce yourself and others.
- Interact in simple conversations when spoken to clearly and slowly.
German-speaking students often progress faster and may reach A2 level within one semester.
You will:
- Explore the culture of Antwerp and Belgium.
- Build grammar, vocabulary, listening and speaking skills.
- Choose between a practical, interactive approach or a more grammar-focused approach.
Exams and re-sits
- Re-sits are scheduled between 16 and 31 August.
- Regular exams take place on campus in Antwerp. If you cannot return to Belgium for a re-sit, exceptions are possible: oral exams may be taken online, and written exams can be arranged in a proctored environment at your home institution (on the same date and time as in Belgium).
When?
Autumn Semester 2025
- Welcoming Days: 11 – 12 September
- Course modules term 1: 15 September – 24 October
- Deadline changes: To be decided
- Half term holidays (1 week): 27 October – 2 November
- Examinations: 3 November – 7 November
- Course modules term 2: 10 November – 19 December
- Farewell event: To be decided
- Seasonal holidays (2 weeks): 22 December – 4 January
- Examinations: 5 January – 23 January
- End of semester: 23 January
- Resit: 17 – 28 August (online)
Spring Semester 2026
- Welcoming Days: 29 – 30 January
- Course modules term 3: 2 february – 20 March
- Deadline changes: To be decided
- Half term holidays (1 week): 16 – 22 February
- Examinations: 23 – 27 March
- Course modules term 4: 30 March – 22 May
- Seasonal holidays (2 weeks): 6 April – 19 April
- Farewell event: To be decided
- Study week (no classes): 25 May – 29 May
- Examinations: 1 June – 19 June
- End of semester: 19 June
- Resit: 17 – 28 August (online)
Study in Antwerp, Belgium
- Home to around 50,000 students and more than 170 nationalities.
- Antwerp is a safe, diverse and welcoming international student city.
- Situated on the River Scheldt, this mini metropolis is a gateway to the world.
- A perfectly located economic hub steeped in history, and always evolving.
- Brussels, Amsterdam, Paris and London all within easy reach.
Atypical Antwerp, the movie
Your campus
- Study at our Groenplaats campus in the heart of Antwerp, overlooking the the main square and cathedral, and near the Meir shopping street.
- Lectures are held at the Faculty of Management & IT. Study in the library, get together for group work in The View, or relax in the cafeteria.
- Excellent bus and tram links make getting around easy. Antwerpen-Centraal station is close by, connecting you to Brussels, Amsterdam, Paris, and London.
Campus Groenplaats
Nationalestraat 5
2000 ANTWERP
+32 3 613 16 00
info.mit@kdg.be
Practical information
- Student onboarding (all the essential information you need)
Apply
Who can apply?
- We welcome all incoming Computer Science students warmly and look forward to having you join us.
- Some more specialised courses require preliminary knowledge or skills in Applied Computer Science.
- Only students selected in the framework of an Interinstitutional Agreement can be accepted.
English language requirements
- English level B2 recommended for active participation in courses.
- Limited English proficiency may increase the risk of failing assignments and exams; responsibility of the sending institution.
- Optional language lessons available on your own expense at the language center of the University of Antwerp (Linguapolis). Applications and fees are to be arranged directly with Linguapolis.
How to apply?
- Ask your home institution to communicate your nomination to our international incoming coordinator via incoming.mit@kdg.be.
- When you are accepted, you will receive an e-mail confirming your nomination and a link to our online registration and course selection.
- When your courses have been approved by KdG, you will receive the link to Mobility Online where you can complete the rest of your application.
Deadlines
- 1st semester (Autumn semester):
- Nomination deadline: 1 May
- Application deadline: 30 June
- 2nd semester (Spring semester):
- Nomination deadline: 1 November
- Application deadline: 22 December