More information on students

Studying in Ghent? Learn all about (mental) health support and services in Ghent.

The city of Ghent wants to be a livable city for all its residents.

Host institutions offer a broad range of facilities & support services on which international students can rely during their time in Ghent.

It's well worth going out into town in the evening and at night to discover Ghent's nightlife.

If you don’t have valid health insurance before arriving in Belgium, you should contact a Belgian health insurer as soon as possible.

With a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) you do not need to take additional health insurance in Belgium.

Grab a ride in a taxi.

Rent a bike at the 'Fietsambassade'.

Ghent has a well-organised public transport system.

How to get to Ghent by plane, bus, car and train.

Looking for a book? Maybe you'll find it in the library.

Enjoy your meal in one of the student restaurants of the host institutions.