Are you dreaming of studying in an international environment where innovation, sustainability and community go hand in hand? Join our Virtual Open Day and explore everything the Faculty of Bioscience Engineering of Ghent University has to offer. From inspiring student perspectives and introductions to our English-taught programmes, to practical guidance on applications, funding, and arrival – you’ll find out how we welcome students from all over the world and help them feel at home in Ghent.
Get a real taste of student life in Ghent through videos, live panels with our current students, and stories about what it means to join our global faculty. Whether you’re considering a full Master’s program or a short-term exchange, you’ll learn how a few months – or a few years – at Ghent University can shape your future and create memories for life.
16:30 - 16:45
Internationalisation is an important part of the faculty's mission. This session highlights how our international community spans the globe, connecting students and researchers across all levels of study. With strong support from the International Training Centre (ITC) and a clear framework for collaboration.
16:45 - 16:55
Get a fast-track overview of all English-taught study opportunities at our faculty, both exchange pathways and master’s
programmes (While PhD trajectories are part of our international offer, they will not be covered here). You will also learn key facts
and figures about our faculty and Ghent University, giving you a clear picture of our international community.
16:55 - 17:30
Students take the floor. A live student panel will talk about their experiences and engage with your questions about (sustainable)
student life in Gent, at Ghent University and at the faculty campus.
17:30 - 18:30
Become a Master of Science in Europe: Master of Science programmes at the faculty of Bioscience Engineering.
Short Stay, Lasting Impact. Short-term exchange programmes at the faculty of Bioscience Engineering.
18:30 - 19:10
From Application to Admission: Starting Your Master’s Journey
Sylvie Bauwens, Applications Officer at the International Training Centre
Making Education Affordable: Funding Options Explained
Leen De Wispelaere, Communications Officer at the International Training Centre
Sylvie Bauwens, Applications Officer at the International Training Centre
Take Off: student support from Home to Faculty
Leen De Wispelaere, Communications Officer at the International Training Centre, and a student representative
19:10 - 19:30
In this session you’ll discover the wide range of services available to UGent students from all faculties, and get a closer look at the Student Centre – a hub where you can always go to with any kind of question.
17:30 - 18:30
Are you looking for a one or two semester stay at the Faculty of Bioscience, to follow courses, do an internship or a research stay
abroad? Every year, students from around the world join the Faculty of Bioscience Engineering at Ghent University for an enriching
exchange experience. This session introduces what incoming exchange students can expect — from our vibrant international
classrooms to the practical steps of the application procedure.
17:30 - 18:00
17:30 - 18:30
As global demand for aquaculture grows, ensuring the health and sustainability of farmed aquatic animals has never been more
critical. This webinar introduces the AquaH MSc, highlighting its academic content and unique international scope. An alumnus
and a current student will share their experiences: welcome to join the conversation with your questions.
17:30 - 18:00
In a world grappling with climate change, land degradation, and ecosystem stress, soils are a critical frontier. This webinar introduces
IMSOGLO, focusing on its academic content and how it prepares you to understand soil systems under global change. Hear firsthand
from an alumnus and a current student, and have your questions answered.
17:30 - 18:30
As rural communities face growing socio-economic and environmental challenges, integrated development expertise is in high demand.
In this webinar, you’ll learn about the IMRD programme, with emphasis on its academic structure and global relevance. Listen to an alumnus and a current student who share their journeys, and engage with your questions!
18:00 - 18:30
18:00 - 18:30
With capture fisheries stagnating and the demand for sustainable protein sources growing rapidly, aquaculture is more crucial than ever.
In this webinar you discover how the Msc. Aquaculture equips you to shape the future of sustainable food production. It offers inspiring
stories from an alumnus and a current student as well and invites you to join the conversation with your questions!
18:00 - 18:30
As climate change intensifies and natural resources are increasingly under pressure, the need for innovative environmental solutions
has never been greater. This webinar introduces the MSc Environmental Science & Technology, showing how it prepares you to address
today’s global challenges. You’ll hear first-hand experiences from an alumnus and a current student, and are invited to join the dialogue
with your questions!
18:00 - 18:30
Feeding a growing world population safely and sustainably demands cutting-edge innovations in food processing and quality.
In this webinar, you will discover how the MSc Food Technology (UGent & KU Leuven) equips you with the skills to drive change in the
global food sector. An alumnus will share his experiences, and you’ll have the chance to take part with your questions!
18:00 - 18:30
From malnutrition to obesity, our food systems face urgent challenges that require systemic solutions. This webinar highlights how the
MSc Nutrition & Food Systems trains you to build healthier, fairer, and more sustainable food systems worldwide. Alumni and student
voices will inspire you, and you can join the exchange with your own questions!
18:00 - 18:30
Pharmaceutical production processes of the future will (need to) undergo a major transition to be able to manufacture the increasingly
complex and more tailor-made/personalized drug products. In this webinar, you will explore how the MSc Pharmaceutical Engineering
equips you to shape this future production. Alumni and student experiences will bring the programme to life, and you are welcome to
take part with your questions!