Admission requirements

As a general rule, every study programme comes with its own set of conditions. You will find all the requirements for your chosen programme by clicking 'admission requirements' under the 'programme' tab.


Which degree is required?

The Master of Science in Physics and Astronomy is open to holders of a Flemish bachelor's degree in physics or physics and astronomy.

If you have a non-Flemish degree or other bachelor in science, applied science or life sciences, we will evaluate your admission based on academic records and skills. Admission is on a case-by-case basis and based upon acceptance of a complete application (proof of meeting the academic and language requirements, satisfactory background...). You can find all necessary information regarding the admission requirements, deadlines and application forms on the application page.

Will I need to sit an entrance exam?

You will not need to sit an entrance exam to begin the programme.


Are there any language requirements?

We accept the following proofs of English language proficiency:

  • A Belgian high school degree;
  • A certificate from the institution where you finished secondary or higher education, stating that English was the language of instruction;
  • A certificate of one of the following language tests corresponding to the Common European Framework of Reference with minimum level B2:
    • TOEFL (only the internet-based test is accepted) with minimum level: 79
    • IELTS academic module, with minimum level: 6.5
    • Cambridge English minimum grade scale score of 170
    • ITACE with minimum level B2
       
  • Please note that language test results cannot be older than 5 years at the moment of application.

Language requirements

Are there any other conditions?

No, there are no extra conditions you should meet before you can start with this study. 

If you hold a foreign diploma (non-Belgian degree), you have to consider specific administration. Let us guide you through these steps:

Check the most important steps to consider

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