HOGENT University of Applied Sciences and Arts – Ghent, Belgium 

Open to the following subject areas:

Business and Management, Computer Science/IT, Economics, Marketing


HOGENT University of Applied Sciences and Arts, the largest in Flanders, offers DMU students an exceptional exchange experience in the lively city of Ghent, Belgium. Known for its academic excellence and hands-on learning, HOGENT ranks among Belgium’s top institutions for applied sciences. Ghent, often dubbed Europe’s best-kept secret, attracts over 70,000 students annually, offering a buzzing social scene and fantastic connections to explore Belgium and the rest of Europe.


An exchange at HOGENT provides the perfect blend of academic challenge, cultural immersion, and exciting opportunities to travel and connect.


Programmes of study

Exchange students will be required to follow a full programme of study for the academic year based at HOGENT.

Please visit the HOGENT website via the button below to view the programmes and modules available.


Travel & accommodation

  • Travel – the nearest major airport is Brussels Zaventem. There are regular trains from Brussels Airport to Ghent that take between 1-1:20 hours. Further details about getting to Ghent can be found here. Students may also choose to travel by Eurostar to Ghent and as a result qualify for extra funding in the form of the Green Global Grant, which encourages more sustainable travel choices.
  • Accommodation – Exchange students seeking accommodation for a full year of study in Ghent can explore various options within the city. However, it is important to note that accommodation is not guaranteed by HOGENT. For further information, please refer to the Housing webpage.

Visas & insurance

  • Visas – To take part in this exchange you are responsible for ensuring that you meet Belgian immigration requirements.
  • Insurance – All students are recommended to purchase travel insurance for the duration of their time in Europe to cover personal possessions and healthcare. UK and EU nationals can apply for a UK Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) which is time-limited to the length of the exchange period.