Study in Belgium

Discover our International Programmes

2023 - 2024
 Table of Contents

03 STUDY IN THE HEART OF EUROPE

03 Welcome to Thomas More
03 Welcome to Belgium

04 INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMMES

06 BUSINESS & TOURISM

06 Bachelor of International Business Management
07 Bachelor of International Tourism and Leisure

08 COMMUNICATION & MEDIA

08 Bachelor of International Communication and Media
08 Bachelor of International Journalism
09 Bachelor of Information Management and
Multimedia
09 Bachelor of International Media and
Entertainment Business

10 TECHNOLOGY & ICT

10 Bachelor of Applied Computer Science
10 Bachelor of Automotive Technology
11 Bachelor of Electronics-ICT

11 HEALTH & CARE

11 Bachelor of Orthopaedic Technology

12 POSTGRADUATES
12 Postgraduate African Business Studies
13 Postgraduate International Teacher
13 Postgraduate Space & Service Design

15 HOME BASE
15 Welcome to Geel
16 Welcome to Mechelen
17 Welcome to Sint-Katelijne-Waver

18 STUDENT SUPPORT
19 Living in Belgium
20 Students know best

22 ADMISSION & APPLICATION

24 MEET US

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Study in the
Heart of Europe
Welcome to Thomas More Welcome to Belgium

Largest University of Applied Sciences in Flanders International experience

You will study on one of our 10 campuses, along with 22.000 fellow students. guaranteed
We offer 42 full bachelor’s degrees, including 10 taught entirely in English, and Belgium is home to the
19 associate degree programmes. headquarters of the European
Union - with easy train connections
Trend-setting degrees to Amsterdam, Paris, London
and Berlin - making it a true
Thomas More is a pioneer in the practice of ‘learning by doing.’ We put our
international hub.
students in the driver’s seat, with an emphasis on innovative labs, internships and
real-world projects executed in close collaboration with our partner companies.
Multilingual

Dedicated and experienced staff English is widely spoken throughout

Belgium (on top of the other 3
Know the ins and outs of your field of study and have close ties with companies
official languages: Dutch, French
in the industry. Once you graduate, you’ll be ready to transition seamlessly into
and German).
your profession.

International connections Open-minded

Take advantage of our partnerships with leading businesses and orga­ni­sations Belgians are known for being open-
worldwide. Gain work experience and build up your network. minded and are always excited to
meet non-Belgians.

Prepare for the real world

Our courses are designed in close cooperation with innovative and leading Intelligent
companies and organisations in specific industries to ensure that you are ready The Flanders region has one of
to dive headfirst into your future career. the most highly ranked education
systems in the world.
World-renowned university association
Thomas More is part of the KU Leuven Association. KU Leuven is ranked in Food lovers
the QS top 100 universities in the world and 45th place in the Times Higher Who doesn’t love chocolate, fries
Education University Rankings. and waffles?

Our reputation precedes us

As a Thomas More graduate, you will be known for having the right attitude
& skillset for the 21st century - and the professional know- how to back it up.
Good to know: 99% of our students find a job within 3 months of graduating!
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more in our
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 International
Programmes
We offer a range of inspiring English-taught international degree programmes giving (foreign)
students with high ambitions access to our top-quality education; in addition to full (three-year)
programmes, we organise abridged (one-year) courses to obtain a second degree.

thomasmore.be/en/degrees

Your degree, your choice!

Choose from one of Thomas More’s many competitive degree programmes,
taught in English. Whether you’re looking for a classic 3-year bachelor’s
degree or an abridged 1-year degree, we’ve got you covered!

• Bachelor’s degree
Full-degree programmes (6 semesters) consisting of thorough theoretical
knowledge, practical application and preparation for a professional career.

• Abridged bachelor’s degree

These short programmes allow you to obtain a second bachelor’s degree in
one year (2 semesters).

• Postgraduate programmes
Graduated? Expand your knowledge and skills acquired in your bachelor’s or
master’s degree. Earn a postgraduate programme in just 2 semesters.

www.thomasmore.be/en/welcome

Choose your start date

You can choose a start date that fits your life – begin your studies in either September
or February. Check the possibilities for your programme in this brochure or online!

SEP OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG

Fall Semester Spring Semester

13 teaching weeks 13 teaching weeks

Welcome days Free weeks Revision and exam period

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Partners in Education
Our ‘Partners in Education’ will be an integral part of
your educational journey, rounding out your education
with practical, real-life experience. All those companies
support Thomas More students by sharing expertise,
coaching tomorrow’s leaders and challenging you to
achieve MORE. Not to mention, their names will look great
on your resume!

International Internship
Working abroad allows you to put what you’ve learned
into practice and gain the real-world expertise that
employers value.

Most of our international degrees include international

internships, which give students hands-on work
experience – not to mention a serious CV boost!

Putting the ‘international’ Setting you up for success!

into international studies
A bachelor’s degree programme is an exciting new
If you think our programmes are only adventure – and also a challenging one. At Thomas
international in content, think again! Students More, we are committed to our students’ success. We
from all over the world come to study at organise regular workshops and drop-in sessions aimed
Thomas More, creating a diverse community at developing your study skills and test- taking strategies.
that represents a wide variety of cultures and Now, there’s nothing to stop you from reaching your goals.
life experiences.

International Study Exchange Going global

A study exchange gives you the opportunity to specialise Our English programmes focus on building up your
in certain areas, immerse yourself in another language international portfolio and getting you ready to compete
and explore new cultures. When picking a study exchange on the global stage.
destination, students can choose from our worldwide
network of university partners. Reviews from past Most of our degrees include an international component,
students and an easy-to-use database will help you find whether it’s a study exchange, an internship or an
the best fit. international project.

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 Business
& Tourism

Bachelor of International
Business Management
Data Science, Protection & Security
(Specialisation)

• Full (3 year) programme

• Mechelen, Campus De Vest
• Start date: February or September
thomasmore.be/en/eba-dsps

Turn information into insights, into results!

• Ready to take the plunge into fast-moving, high-tech
world of big data?
• Start acquiring the business knowledge and ICT skills
that will enable you to make the connection between Bachelor of International
both worlds.
• Learn how to unlock the full power of data to make
Business Management
businesses smarter, more efficient, more agile and more NEW | Global Supply Chain Management
profitable.
(Major)
• Boost your cyber security capabilities with the latest
technologies and techniques.
• Discover the art and science of extracting insights from • Full (3 year) programme
data. • Mechelen, Campus De Vest
• Put the theory into practice tackling real-life projects • Start date: February or September
from the corporate world. thomasmore.be/en/eba-gscm
• Get an inside perspective during an intensive internship.
• Get an extra certificate: Google Analytics, Certified Get ready to change the world!
Ethical Hacker ...
• Dive deep into the fast-paced world of global goods &
logistics flows.
• Acquire new insights into the world of global business,
economics & trade. 
• Explore cultural differences and their impact on foreign
trade & logistics. 
• Improve your commercial, digital, analytical and
communication skills in different languages. 
• Focus on various transport modes: air, sea, train and
road.
• Hone your skills in supply chain design, green logistics,
and urban & waste logistics.
• Track logistical trends in healthcare, vaccinology,
chemicals and e-commerce in a post-pandemic world.
• Understand the relationship between innovation,
technology, automation and supply chain management.
• Conduct a 12-week internship project in Belgium,
Europe or further afield.

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 Bachelor of International
Tourism and Leisure

• Full (3 year) or abridged (1 year) programme

• Mechelen, Campus De Vest
• Start date: February or September

thomasmore.be/en/eba-itl (full programme)

thomasmore.be/en/eba-itl-short (abridged)

Make a living from your lifestyle!

• The world is your playground and every horizon, an
invitation to go further.
• Turn your passion for travel into a genuine profession.
• Get ready for an inspiring international career in leisure
and business travel.
• Gear yourself up with the knowledge and skills you
need to build life-changing experiences, even in today’s
challenging context.
• Learn how to apply disruptive business models, inno­
vative marketing and distribution channels to create
new opportunities.
• Discover solutions to reduce tourism’s social and
environmental impact.
• Grow and nurture your multilingual, multicultural and
Bachelor of International multidisciplinary skills during an unforgettable internation-
al study exchange and an inspiring international intern-
Business Management ship.
• Gain a competitive advantage on the job market with
International Business & Trade (Major)
the universally recognised qualifications.
• Thomas More is the only IATA Authorized Training
• Full (3 year) programme Centre in Belgium.
• Mechelen, Campus De Vest
• Start date: February or September
thomasmore.be/en/eba-ibt

Broaden your horizons!

• Entrepreneurship is in your blood; you know an
opportunity when you see one.
• You’re ready to dive into the fast-paced world of global
business and trade.
• You will explore cultural differences and their impact on
foreign trade.
• The theoretical knowledge and insights you acquire
come together with pragmatic models and practical
skills to make a real impact.
• A real-life international project will challenge you to
push your limits.
• International experience and networks will add
substance to your CV as will your internship abroad.
• By combining language courses in Chinese, German,
Spanish, French or Dutch, your studies will pave the way
for an inspiring international career.

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 Communication
& Media

Bachelor of International
Communication and Media
Branding & Activation (Specialisation)
Public & Corporate Affairs (Specialisation)

• Full (3 year) or abridged (1 year) programme

• Mechelen, Campus De Ham
• Start date: February or September
thomasmore.be/en/eba-icm (full programme)
thomasmore.be/en/eba-icm-short (abridged)

From idea to impact in an international mindset!

• You’re a digital savvy and can navigate the media
landscape with ease.
• Your global outlook will help you approach new ideas
with an open mind.
Bachelor of
• Get ready to sharpen your strategy mindset and
creative skills. International Journalism
• Deep dive into all aspects of communication and media
via interactive classes. • Full (3 year) or abridged (1 year) programme
• Learn the tricks of multiple trades from graphic design • Mechelen, Campus De Ham
and audio to video and web. • Start date: September
• Explore the intercultural, psychological, marketing and thomasmore.be/en/eba-jou (full programme)
technological aspects of media. thomasmore.be/en/eba-jou-short (abridged)
• Take your studies global with a semester at one of our
international partner universities.
Come and join our world class newsroom!
• Learn to transform communication plans into results
during your international internship. • We train the international journalists of the future.
• You will stand at the forefront of innovation in the The programme aims at students who want to
business world. study journalism in an international and diverse context,
with a clear focus on learning by doing. 
• All the courses within the programme are taught
in English.
• Students are working in an English-speaking newsroom
environment, with students from different cultures and
backgrounds.
• Discover how to find and make news. 
• Get introduced to an international journalism network.
• Learn how to give a voice to people who are
underrepresented in our mainstream media.
• The programme prepares you for a job as a journalist, 
editor or reporter in radio, TV, print or online media.
• We have students from all over the world! Czech
Republic, Germany, Peru, Russia, Sweden, Taiwan, The
Netherlands, Uganda, United Kingdom ...

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Bachelor of Information Bachelor of International
Management and Multimedia Media and Entertainment Business
International Digital Product Architect
• Full (3 year) or abridged (1 year) programme
(Specialisation)
• Mechelen, Campus De Ham
• Start date: September
• Full (3 year) programme thomasmore.be/en/eba-meb (full programme)
• Mechelen, Campus De Ham thomasmore.be/en/eba-meb-short (abridged)
• Start date: September
thomasmore.be/en/eba-idpa
Passion to paycheque across every platform!
• Take that passion to international markets!
Start building the world of tomorrow!
• Learn how to make a living out of what you love doing
• Helping to create a better future is what gets you up in and turn your passion into a paycheque.
the morning.
• Discover the fundamentals of the creative industries.
• Get the skills you need to design and build the digital
• Analyse the MEB landscape to discover the keys
products of tomorrow.
to success.
• Learn how to use technology as a tool for boosting
• Find out what it takes to place yourself in the
efficiency, sustainability and quality of life.
international market.
• Apply your creativity to develop interactive and intuitive
• Deploy the right media and entertainment formats to
interfaces.
mediatise your brand.
• Help steer the future course of our society with
• Acquire international business skills to monetise it.
products that are both socially relevant and
commercially viable. • And develop your platform management credentials to
mobilise it.
• Work in a creative, inspiring and supportive environment
that challenges you to go beyond your best. • Expand your perspectives and your network while
studying abroad.
• Find out how to combine the skills of design, developer
and entrepreneur, to turn your skills into a successful • Learn the art and science of developing an
business or career. international media sensation.

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 Technology
& ICT

Bachelor of
Applied Computer Science

• Full (3 year) or abridged (1 year) programme

• Geel, Campus Geel
• Start date: September
thomasmore.be/en/eba-acs (full programme)
thomasmore.be/en/eba-acs-short (abridged) Bachelor of
Automotive Technology
Take your skills to the next level!
• You believe in the power of computers to change the • Full (3 year) programme
world for the better. • Sint-Katelijne-Waver, Campus De Nayer
• Dig deeper into the most cutting-edge fields of • Start date: February or September
computer science: from artificial intelligence and thomasmore.be/en/eba-at
internet of things to cloud computing and more.
• Apply your pioneering spirit to develop digital solutions
to real-life problems. Drive your ambition further!
• Acquire in-depth application development skills to • High-octane blood runs through your veins and fuels
develop real innovations with real-world impact. your passion for cars, trucks, motorcycles and all things
• Learn how to unlock the full potential of Python, automotive!
PHP, Java, React, WSP.NET and other programming • You’re keen to dive deeper into all areas of the
languages. automotive industry from mechanical to electronic
• Boost your soft and hard skills during your international engineering and motorsport.
studies and internship. • Become an expert in all major automotive systems.
• Join Electronics and ICT students at our IT Factory to • Learn how to diagnose a wide range of electronic and
expand your network, exchange ideas and accelerate mechanical faults.
your personal and professional development. • Turn your hobby into a full-blown profession through
• Choose from multiple specialisation tracks to develop intensive training.
your expertise in collaboration with experienced • Explore the latest technological innovations from
mentors and practitioners from the IT world. internal combustion engines to alternative hybrid and
• Uncover exciting career opportunities in a wide variety electric drivetrain systems.
of sectors. • Become a future-proof automotive specialist with
an emphasis on diagnostic techniques, trending
technologies and management skills.
• Choose from three specialisation tracks to launch your
career in trucks, motorcycles or motorsport.
• Get the Master Technician Certificate to kick-start
your career.

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 Health
& Care

Bachelor of
Orthopaedic Technology
Orthotics (Major)

• Full (3 year) programme

• Geel, Campus Geel
• Start date: September
thomasmore.be/en/eba-ot

Bachelor of
Push the boundaries of performance!
Electronics-ICT
• Are you fascinated by technology and the human
Electronics (Major) body?
• Get the knowledge and skills to make a difference to
ICT (Major)
people’s lives.
• Apply the latest technologies, accelerate injury
• Full (3 year) programme recovery and help people cope with disability.
• Sint-Katelijne-Waver, Campus De Nayer • Develop a solid theoretical grounding in human
• Start date: September anatomy and pathology while learning both
thomasmore.be/en/eba-ei traditional and contemporary techniques.
• Design, develop and install technological aids.
• Apply state-of-the-art technologies and innovative
Connect with the technology of tomorrow!
materials to push the boundaries of the industry.
• Electronics and/or ICT are more than a hobby for you • Attend practical and clinical workshops in our state
but an all-consuming passion. of the art orthopaedic laboratories, or experience
• Explore the latest technological innovations and research in our research facility.
learn how to apply them. • Explore the cutting edge of orthopaedic technology
• Get the skills you need to take your problem-solving during company visits.
capabilities to the next level. • Apply your skills to real-life projects and customer
• Combine creativity with theoretical insights to cases during your internship and Bachelors’ thesis.
develop cutting-edge solutions. • Launch your career in a rapidly-growing industry
• Choose between majors in Electronics or ICT. as an internationally accredited CPO/orthotist
• Put theory into practice with project-based work and (previously known as ISPO cat 1).
practical enterprise labs. • High quaility training within Europe and worldwide
• Keep up with the latest trends while defining your through partnership with Human Study.
own.
• Apply your skills to real-life problems via your
international traineeship and final year thesis.
• Get ready for an exciting career at the cutting edge
of technological innovation.
• Get your extra certificate, to boost your CV: KNX,
Cisco …

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 GRADUATED BUT KEEN TO STUDY MORE?

Postgraduates

Postgraduate
African Business Studies

• Postgraduate, 1 year programme

• Mechelen, Campus De Vest
• Start date: September
thomasmore.be/en/pgr-abs

Unique in Flanders, Belgium!

• Want to gain an in-depth analysis of key issues
affecting a market of 1.2 billion people?
• Keen to understand the role of global business and
foreign trade in Africa’s five regions?
• Learn how to apply essential entrepreneurial skills from
business culture to consumer behaviour in the fastest
growing region of the world.
• Gain valuable insights into intercultural business
practices through an intensive lecture series with
experts in African business.
• Discover how to navigate and manage different
challenges businesses face in African markets or when
working with African partners and companies.
• Expand your understanding of African business by
combining business expertise with African political,
economic, and cultural understanding.
• Put your knowledge to the test through one of our
multiple opportunities to pitch your business ideas to
local and international investors for seed funding.
• Become an African foreign trade wiz by learning
about African imports and exports and foreign direct
investment flows in African countries.

Tuition fee
• EEA-students: € 1,990
• non-EEA-students: € 3,300

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Postgraduate
International Teacher

• Postgraduate, 1 year programme

• Mechelen, Campus Kruidtuin
• Start date: October
thomasmore.be/en/pgr-it

Inspire the world!

• Ready to push your personal and professional
boundaries as a teacher?
• Already a qualified teacher with a high level of English?
• Learn what it takes to apply your skills in an
international context.
• Develop your sensitivity for the impact of cultural
differences. Postgraduate
• Gain key insights in intercultural competencies, Space & Service Design
didactics and pedagogy in international education,
while developing your English skills.
• Postgraduate, 1 year programme
• Reinforce your multicultural outlook while exchanging
• Mechelen, Campus Lucas Faydherbe
ideas and experiences as part of an international
• Start date: September
student group.
thomasmore.be/en/pgr-ssd
• Prepare for on-the-job learning and internships in
international settings.
• Expand your international network and credentials Design for change!
thanks to our partnerships with global accreditation
• Are you ready to use your design skills to create
bodies and tertiary institutions.
products, services and communication systems that
• Transform your dream of teaching abroad into a reality have impact?
with this postgraduate programme, unique in Belgium
• Many of today’s social, cultural and economic
and recognised worldwide.
challenges can be solved with future-proof, inclusive
services.
Tuition fee • Build on your BA or MA in design (industrial, product,
• EEA-students: € 1,990 graphic, etc.) or architecture with this fully accredited
• non-EEA-students: € 3,300 (60 ECTS) international postgraduate programme.
• Use your own, personal vision to add sustainable value
to public spaces and improve the accessibility and user
experience of the clients of public services.
• Learn and apply research-led, user-centred design
methodologies to create solutions to real, socially
oriented design challenges.
• Expand your professional network with weekly Master
Classes from industry experts and challenge yourself
through collaborations with design agencies on real-life
design projects.
• Make tangible differences as a proactive and socially
aware agent of change in your community.

Tuition fee
• EEA-students: € 2,900
• non-EEA-students: € 3,800
• Contact [email protected]
if you want to know if you are eligible for a
postgraduate scholarship.

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 It feels like
coming home.

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Home
Base
Discover your future home base on one of our campuses, conveniently located throughout
the Flanders region of Belgium. Find yourself in a bustling Belgian city, only a stone’s throw
from Brussels – the capital city – and Antwerp, Europe’s second busiest seaport.

thomasmore.be/en/campuses

WELCOME TO

Geel
Geel is known as the city of hospitality. Discover
our innovation campus, enjoy the beautiful green
surroundings or meet up with friends in the charming
city centre.

Soak in the green open spaces on campus ... but get to

the city centre in no time. A shuttle bus runs straight from
the train station to your campus - perfectly in sync with
your course schedule. It couldn’t be easier!

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Campus Geel

Kleinhoefstraat 4, 2440 Geel

+ 32 (0)14 56 23 10
[email protected] ­Videozone
Discover our
campus virtually

Our innovation campus is the place where

technology meets health care. Find creative ways
to develop prosthetics with cutting-edge materials
and 3D printers. Discover the ICE cube, our centre
for innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship,
and get started on your very own company. In
our international hub, you’ll team up with other
students to kick off your international career.

Study on a campus with more than 5.417 students.

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 WELCOME TO

Mechelen

Mechelen is a happening Flemish city with cosy

neighbourhoods, cool hangouts and creative public
initiatives – a high-profile alternative to Antwerp
or Brussels.

You will also study in the city honored with the title of
‘best mayor in the world!’ Mechelen is hip and happening
– a lively city on a student scale. The campus is centrally
located, within walking distance of the shopping streets,
and at the same time very quiet, nestled in the midst of
the Kruidtuin Park.

Have a cappuccino on-the-go while walking from the

station to the campus. After your exam, have lunch in the
sun and visit the shops. Then, back to the learning center
to study, drop your books in your dorm room and head out
for a night on the town! In Mechelen, everything is close
by. #2800love, indeed!

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Study on a campus with more than 6.444 students.

­Videozone
Campus Kruidtuin
Discover our
campus virtually

Lange Ridderstraat 44, 2800 Mechelen

+ 32 (0)15 36 91 00
[email protected]

Campus Kruidtuin is where we train the

kindergarten, primary and secondary education
teachers of tomorrow. This experience-
oriented campus is centered around education:
the learning centre, the Junior Fablab, the
‘Wigglewobblewoods’ and the kindergarten lab
are the ultimate places for students to work
together on projects and assignments or just
take a moment to unwind. Thanks to our unique
infrastructure, you will get the chance to learn ‘the
trade’ in a safe and supportive environment.

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 WELCOME TO
Campus De Vest

Sint-Katelijne
Waver
Zandpoortvest 60, 2800 Mechelen
+ 32 (0)15 36 91 00 Campus De Nayer is a cutting-edge technology campus,
[email protected] with extensive research labs stretching over 12,000
square metres.

Experiment for yourself in our Makerspace; build your first

Your international career starts here! Our state- prototype and even produce small volumes. You’ll find all
of- the-art boardroom gives students a taste of kinds of machines, materials and tools at your disposal:
the real business world. You’ll work in an innovative think 3D printers, laser cutters and milling machines.
environment on challenging projects, designed and
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supervised by our partner companies.

Campus De Ham Campus De Nayer

Raghenoplein 21bis, 2800 Mechelen

+ 32 (0)15 36 91 00 Jan De Nayerlaan 5, 2860 Sint-Katelijne-Waver
[email protected] + 32 (0)15 31 69 44
[email protected]

Let your creative juices flow in our green key and

radio studios, both stocked with a variety of high-
tech gadgets, like drones and VR glasses. Students Study on a campus with more than 1.167 students.
have access to graphic workshops, a photo studio,
a hip communications agency, an editorial room,
editing cells, and much more!

Campus Lucas Faydherbe

­Videozone
Discover our
campus virtually

Zandpoortvest 16, 2800 Mechelen

+ 32 (0)15 36 91 00
[email protected]

Campus Lucas Faydherbe is a creative space with

large, bright studios. In the workshop you’ll find
everything you need: 3D printers, laser cutters and
panel saws, just to name a few. Plus, the warm and
welcoming atmosphere allows staff and students
to pleasantly mingle for a personalised and
collaborative learning experience.

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 Student Support
HELP IS AT HAND

Excited to start a new adventure but still feeling a bit nervous?

Don’t stress! Let Student Services show you the way!

thomasmore.be/stuvo | [email protected] | @stuvo.thomasmore

Let’s get started!

Do I meet the admissions requirements? Do I need to
prove my English proficiency? These are just some of the
questions you might have before applying.

Luckily for you, our admissions team is here to guide

you through the whole process. As soon as you receive
your admission letter, you can apply for a student visa
(if necessary) and look for accommodation using our
online database.

Should I stay...
... on campus? If you’d like a room on campus, you’ll need
to be quick. Our rooms are very popular and sell out in a
flash. Check: www.thomasmore.be/housing
Hit the ground running
In need of a helping hand? Our buddies – your fellow
students – will be your first friends on campus and can
even pick you up when you arrive, either at the airport in
Brussels or at the train station. They will welcome you with
Or should I go... open arms and get you settled in.

... into town or the countryside? You can also make Not fully registered yet? Your buddy can also help you
yourself at home in one of the rooms for rent on the complete the last steps of your registration process. You’ll
private market. If you need assistance, our Student have your student card in no time!
Services team will gladly help you out. If you need
assistance, contact: [email protected]

Questions?
Our International Support Team will help you! Meet other international students
 [email protected] During our Welcome Days you’ll meet new students from
+ 32 15 36 92 10 all over the world.
Mon - Fri: 10:00 - 12:00 (Brussels time)
By lunchtime, you’ll know everything there is to know
about living and studying in Belgium – from opening a
bank account to the best Belgian ‘frituur’ to buy your
“French” fries.
Questions about your individual study programme?
Your programme’s designated study counsellor will After a few icebreaker activities, you and your new
help you out! friends will be ready to explore the campus and discover
everything that student life in Belgium has to offer.

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 Living in
Belgium

Living expenses
The cost of living in Belgium can vary according to
many factors. It’s worth having a look what your
day-to-day costs might be in Belgium.
Want extra support?
Here are just a few examples of monthly expenses:
Our Student Services Team (better known as
“Stuvo”) is a strong support network for Thomas • Accommodation: € 312-547
More students. The team offers a variety of
• Food: € 170-200
workshops and support groups that will help you
manage your worries, stress and fear of failure. • Public transport: € 80
Stuvo will show you how to believe in yourself and • Social activities: € 150
find your inner strength. • Study costs: € 125

Despite the excitement of a new environment and Find special student prices on meals and other
new friends, your family may still be far away. With discounts throughout the country just by showing
new courses, and possibly even a different way your student ID card. This makes life in Belgium
of taking exams, it is totally normal to feel a bit more affordable for students. For example, a visit
down at times. If you need someone to talk to, our to the cinema will cost you up to € 5 less than a
Student Service Counsellors are here to support non-student!
and encourage you. Anything discussed with our
counsellors will be held in the strictest confidence.

Facilities for those studying with a disability,

learning difficulty or any other special needs can
be discussed with our care coordinator. Work
together with your coordinator to figure out what
works best for your needs.

Need a break from studying? Our international

student organisation (ESN) hosts fun activities, like
speed dating, beer tasting, weekends away and
other cool things to do. You’ll never feel lonely at
Thomas More!

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to Belgium!

Work after your studies

Extending your stay in Belgium to find a job after
you’ve graduated with the orientation year.

Are you an international student with a valid

residence permit as a non-EU student? Have
you graduated at a Belgian university? Do you
wish to find a job or start your own business in
Belgium? You can apply for a residence permit as a
graduate in an orientation year!

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know best
Curious about student adventures in Belgium or at
Thomas More? Who better to help you out than our
current students! They are happy and ready to answer
your questions, so don’t hesitate to contact them.

Scan the QR code to chat with a student

from one of our English programmes.
thomasmore.be/en/chat

Want to read more about life at Thomas

More, straight from our current students?
Read about their experiences at
stories.thomasmore.be/en

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Application
Have you found your perfect fit? Then, go ahead and fill out
an application. Even if you haven’t obtained your secondary
school diploma yet, you can already submit the application
and send us your diploma once it’s ready.

Students from outside the European Economic Area (EEA) are encouraged
to start applications well in advance, since visa procedures can take weeks
and sometimes even months.

Admission requirements General application deadlines*

Our application process is straightforward, but of course • EEA-applicant: no deadline (but don’t miss our welcome
you will need to fulfil some requirements. week)
• Non-EEA-applicant: we encourage you to apply as soon
Good to know: as possible, as visa procedure can take weeks, even
Thomas More has no numerus clausus procedure, nor do months. Ultimate deadline: Beginning of June for FALL
we have a limit on the number of admitted students for and End of November for SPRING.
our bachelor programmes.
*
Postgraduates: keep in mind the additional
Diploma requirements: assessment dates applicable for your programme.
If you’re qualified to start an equivalent programme in
higher education in the country where you completed
your secondary education, then you’re qualified for Student visa
admission to Thomas More. Additional requirements may
be set for candidates with a diploma obtained in a non- Students coming from the EEA, Monaco or Switzerland
EEA member state. can enrol in an English programme without a student
visa. All other students will need to apply for a student
Language requirements: visa before coming to Belgium. Received your registration
You need to be reasonably proficient at speaking and certificate and/or financial attestation? Let our
writing English (level B2, European Framework). admissions team know in which Belgian Embassy you will
be applying so we can confirm your registration.
For more details, please look at our English degree
requirements web page:
www.thomasmore.be/en/admissions_degree Scholarships*

Additional requirements: You may qualify for a merit based scholarship based
For our postgraduates and short programmes, please on your study results. If you pass at least 60% of your
check online if you meet the additional requirements for registered credits in the first exam period, you will get a
the programme of your choice. reduction on the tuition fee in the following semester.

For NON-EEA bachelor students in need of a student visa and

*

for NON-EEA bachelor students who reside in Belgium with a

residence permit based on studies.

Questions?
[email protected]
+ 32 15 36 92 50
Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 15:00 (Brussels time)

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 Application procedure

EEA Candidates

 1 Apply online: submit an online application.

 2 File assessment (+- 2 weeks) & submit supporting documents (if you
haven’t already provided all the necessary documents).

 3 If approved, you will receive a letter of admission.

4 Complete your registration through the application portal.

Non-EEA Candidates

 1 Apply online: submit an online application.

 2 File assessment (+- 2 weeks) & submit supporting documents (if you
haven’t already provided all the necessary documents).

3 If approved, proof your financial solvability through our blocked account

procedure.
For bachelors: pay the fixed registration fee and the cost for 30 credits.
For postgraduates: pay the total tuition fee.

4 Receive a digital registration certificate and financial attestation.

 5 Apply for a student visa.

 6 Complete your registration through the application portal.

Bachelor’s Degrees | Tuition fees 2023-2024

non-EEA non-EEA
EEA (without (with
scholarship) scholarship)

Fixed registration fee € 282.10 € 4,500 € 4,500

Cost first semester (30 ECTS) € 405 € 2,250 € 2,250

Cost second semester (30 ECTS) € 405 € 2,250 € 450

Total tuition fee per year (60 ECTS) € 1,092.10 € 9,000 € 7,200

Be aware that the tuition fee is subject to change at any given academic year. Please check
*

our website for the latest updates and more details. Tuition fees for postgraduates differ from
the bachelor degrees. See p. 12-13 for the most accurate information regarding postgraduate
tuition fees.

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 Want to
meet us?
Check out our
(online) open campus days!
thomasmore.be/meet-us

Our open campus days and

webinars give you the opportunity
to visit the campus, meet some
teachers and get more information
about the English programmes. We
can also offer you more practical
information about admissions and
applications, tuition fees, student
housing and much more!

Meet us in your country!

thomasmore.be/meet-us

Are you curious to see if we will

be visiting your city or country
soon? Leave your details on our
webpage and we will keep you up
to date!

Live chat!
thomasmore.be/en/chat

Chat with a student from

our English programmes.

Any questions?
Contact our team!
Admissions:
[email protected]
General information:
[email protected]
Update: March 2023