Language requirements

The applicant must be proficient in English. With the exception of those who have a diploma (Secondary Education, Academic Bachelor Degree, Master Degree) issued by an institution officially recognized by the Flemish Government, applicants must be able to prove their proficiency in English. There are 5 possibilities to supply this proof:

  • Knowledge level B2 of the Common European Framework;
  • TOEFL certificate with a minimum total score of 550 on the paper based test, or a minimum total score of 80 on an internet based test (The UGent TOEFL code is 2643 - the test validity is max. 5 years)
  • IELTS with a minimum overall band score of 6.5 (The test validity is max. 5 years)
  • Proof of at least 1 year of comprehensive English-based instruction at a university or recognized equivalent.
  • Proof of a successful “Intermediate Academic English” test at the Ghent University Language Center or at the University of Antwerp language Center Linguapolis.
Remark: TOEFL/IELTS predictive tests are not acceptable.



 

 
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