Hogeschool Antwerpen

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Artesis Plantijn University College Antwerp (AP) offers a dynamic, practice-oriented learning environment in the vibrant city of Antwerp, known for its strong focus on applied sciences, arts, and professional development. It is particularly renowned for its prestigious Royal Academy of Fine Arts and Royal Conservatoire, alongside robust programs in business, health sciences, and education. For international students, AP provides a welcoming atmosphere with a growing portfolio of English-taught bachelor's and master's programs, supported by a dedicated International Office that assists with everything from admissions to integration. A distinctive characteristic is its unique blend of professional higher education with world-class artistic training, fostering a diverse and creative student community.

Background

AP University of Applied Sciences and Arts Antwerp, founded in 2012, is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the city of Antwerp and created as a merger between Artesis Hogeschool Antwerpen and Plantijn Hogeschool [1] [2]. In the 2023–2024 academic year, the University of Applied Sciences and Arts started with 26 bachelor programs, 17 associate programs, 9 master programs and 16.000 students. AP Hogeschool is a member of AUHA, the Antwerp University Association.

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