Universities
Ghent University
Faculty of Law and Criminology
Located in the historical heart of Ghent, the Faculty of Law and Criminology is one of the founding faculties of Ghent University. Besides excellent research and teaching, we attach great importance to well-being and equal opportunities.
Ghent
Ghent university
Ghent University is one of the leading institutions of higher education and research. Ghent University is an open, committed and pluralistic university with a broad international perspective. Located in Flanders, the Dutch-speaking part of Belgium and the cultural and economical heart of Europe, Ghent University is an active partner in national and international educational, scientific and industrial cooperation.
Ghent University has over 79 faculty departments, divided into the eleven faculties, which offer high-quality courses in their scientific disciplines, each inspired by innovative research.
More information on the faculty of Law and Criminology can be found here
International degree students, exchange students and PhD candidates are welcome to study at Ghent University. More information can be found here
Department of Criminology, Criminal Law
and Social Law
Campus Aula
Voldersstraat 9
B-9000 Gent – Belgium
Ms. Kaija Sanders
[email protected]
Discover Ghent
Ghent is a human-scale city with the heartbeat of a metropolis, a city of trailblazers and free spritis and an authentic place with a rich past and an exciting future.
Ghent is a vibrant city in the centre of Europe. Combining historical beauty with culture, creativity and an excellent restaurant and nightlife scene, Ghent is called Europe’s best kept secret by Lonely Planet and ranked as the third most authentic destination in the world according to National Geographic Traveler Magazine.
Ghent is Ghent University and vice versa: the city and the university are complementary partners. Ghent University regularly meets the city council for informative discussions between city, university and students, about hot topics such as environmental and waste disposal policies.
Information on university life (travel and housing facilities).
Frequently Asked Questions
Do yo have information on housing facilities?
In Ghent, there is a high demand for housing in the first semester. In the second semester, the housing market is more relaxed, which makes it easier to find a suitable living unit.
The Housing Office rents out rooms, studios and flats to international students, PhD, staff and visitors. It can inform you of or give advice on the private rental market.
More information: Housing facilities — Ghent University
When does the second semester start at Ghent?
The second semester starts in the first week of February.