KdG University of Applied Sciences and Arts - KdG vs University of Antwerp vs University of Liege vs Thomas More University of Applied Sciences vs UCLL University of Applied Sciences

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Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: UCLL University of Applied Sciences (4.50)
KdG University of Applied Sciences and Arts - KdG: wins 1/7 categories
University of Antwerp: wins 1/7 categories
University of Liege: wins 0/7 categories
Thomas More University of Applied Sciences: wins 0/7 categories
UCLL University of Applied Sciences: wins 4/7 categories
Artevelde University of Applied Sciences: wins 1/7 categories
Royal Conservatory of Liege: wins 0/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Applied Computer Science
Antwerp, Belgium
4.20
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Best programme: Computer Science
Best programme: Chemistry
Best programme: Bachelor in International Business Management
Best programme: BME - International Business Management
Best programme: International Business Management
Category ratings
Facilities
3.87
4.11
3.65
4.26
4.66
Win
3.89
4.00
Location
4.31
4.19
3.41
4.48
3.93
4.49
Win
3.00
Professors
4.28
4.44
Win
3.90
4.20
4.28
4.18
4.00
Internationality
4.74
Win
3.94
3.76
4.48
4.56
4.27
2.00
Student life
4.13
4.12
3.85
4.20
4.25
Win
4.15
2.00
Value
4.41
4.32
3.90
4.20
4.44
Win
4.05
4.00
Accommodation
3.68
4.06
3.76
4.04
4.32
Win
3.72
1.00
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Practical, project-based learning and preparation for the job market.
  • +Supportive, approachable professors and readily available guidance.
  • +Modern facilities and opportunities for connection and collaboration.
  • +Engaging and knowledgeable professors
  • +Relevant and practical course content
  • +Welcoming and collaborative atmosphere
  • +Exceptional academic and research opportunities
  • +Strong student support and welcoming environment
  • +Wide course selection and excellent facilities
  • +Practical, project-based learning with real-world experience
  • +Supportive and accessible lecturers and small class sizes
  • +Modern campus facilities and vibrant city location
  • +Engaging and practical learning experiences
  • +Supportive lecturers and staff
  • +Enriching international environment and opportunities
  • +Practical, real-world application of theory
  • +Supportive, approachable lecturers and dynamic classes
  • +Opportunities for international exposure and diverse collaboration

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Cons
  • -Excessive workload and unrealistic deadlines.
  • -Poor communication and lack of transparency from faculty and administration.
  • -Inadequate resources and outdated facilities.
  • -Excessive academic pressure negatively impacts student mental health.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of essential resources hinder the learning experience.
  • -Poor communication and a perceived lack of support from faculty and staff are major concerns.
  • -Unfair grading and unsupportive teaching staff.
  • -Restrictive international student policies and rising tuition fees are unwelcome.
  • -Endless administrative red tape and complicated procedures cause frustration.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frequent problems.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of resources detract from the learning experience.
  • -High costs and poor value for money are common complaints.

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Rating summary
What students say

This institution excels in several key areas, with Internationality receiving the highest mark at 4.74. Location and Value also scored very well, reflecting positively on the overall student experience. Conversely, Accomodation emerged as the weakest category, with a rating of 3.68, indicating an area for potential improvement. Professors and Student Life also demonstrate strong, above-average performance.

Overall, this university receives positive feedback across most categories. Professors are a standout area with a score of 4.44, indicating strong academic guidance. Value is also highly rated at 4.32. Areas for potential improvement include internationality, which received the lowest score at 3.94, suggesting room for growth in fostering a more global environment within the student body.

Overall, this university garners positive feedback across multiple aspects. Its strongest areas are Professors and Value, both receiving a high rating of 3.90. Student Life also scores well at 3.85. The weakest area identified is Location, with a rating of 3.41, though other categories like Facilities (3.65) remain respectable.

This institution garners strong ratings across most aspects, with **Location** and **Internationality** standing out as its highest performing areas. **Facilities** also receive a commendable score. Conversely, **Accomodation** represents the lowest-rated category, though it still achieves a respectable score above 4. Other evaluated areas, including Professors, Student Life, and Value, are all rated similarly, indicating a consistent level of satisfaction.

This institution garners exceptional marks for its facilities, achieving a remarkable 4.64. Student life and value also stand out, both scoring above 4.2. Internationality and accommodation are similarly well-regarded. The university's weakest area, comparatively, is its location, rated at 3.94. Professor quality is also solid, at 4.27.

This institution demonstrates considerable strengths in its **Location**, which received the highest rating. **Professors**, **Student Life**, and **Internationality** also scored highly, indicating positive experiences in these areas. Conversely, **Facilities** and **Accomodation** represent the weakest aspects, with notably lower scores. The **Value** received a solid, above-average rating, contributing to an overall positive university profile.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

The vast majority of reviews are positive, highlighting practical learning, supportive professors, and convenient resources. Students appreciate the real-world project focus and guidance. No negative feedback was recorded.

Nearly all reviews are positive, praising insightful content, expert lecturers, and a welcoming atmosphere. A small amount of feedback noted high pressure and mental health concerns.

The majority of reviews are positive, highlighting strong academic programs and research opportunities. Students appreciate the faculty support, diverse course selections, and adequate facilities. No negative feedback was recorded.

With a 4.28 average rating, ~98% of 46 reviews are positive. Students praise the practical, project-based learning, accessible lecturers, and new campus facilities. One negative review cited unfair scoring.

With a 4.42 average rating from 33 reviews, ~94% of feedback is positive, highlighting enriching international experiences, practical skills, and supportive lecturers. A single negative review (~3%) cited restrictive Belgian policies and rising tuition.

With 49 positive reviews out of 55, ~89% of students highlight practical learning, valuable skills, and approachable lecturers. Communication challenges with local language immersion and event organization were minor concerns for some.

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Rating distribution
5★
45%
39%
5%
46%
53%
25%
0%
4★
50%
47%
76%
41%
44%
63%
0%
3★
5%
11%
19%
11%
3%
11%
100%
2★
0%
3%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
0%
0%
0%
2%
0%
0%
0%
Most useful review
Most liked
My Little Review

If you are looking for a real business experience and course, definitely apply for IBM at KDG. This degree is awesome. Every day, I get to learn new things from different experts and Lectures, and I fall more in love with the business world.

Legal Technology and Responsible AI programme

I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the excellent Legal Technology and Responsible AI Programme. The programme provided a valuable opportunity to deepen my understanding of the legal, regulatory, and technological issues surrounding artificial intelligence and data governance. In particular, I would like to thank Prof. Dr. Jan Blockx for his outstanding academic leadership and engaging lectures. The course content was well-structured, insightful, and highly relevant to current developments in technology law. His ability to connect legal theory with practical challenges helped participants better understand the opportunities and risks associated with AI and emerging technologies. I would also like to express my gratitude to Prof. Toon Calders for his excellent contribution to the programme. His clear and accessible explanations of AI concepts provided an important technical perspective that complemented the legal discussions. The interdisciplinary approach greatly enhanced the overall learning experience and strengthened participants' understanding of responsible AI. In addition, I would like to thank Nele Voorspoels for her exceptional administrative support. Her prompt communication, attention to detail, and assistance with travel ensured a smooth and enjoyable experience throughout the course. Overall, the programme exceeded my expectations. The combination of high-quality teaching, excellent organization, and meaningful discussions created an inspiring learning environment.

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International Tourism and Leisure

I’ve just finished my degree in International Tourism & Leisure at Thomas More, and honestly, it’s been an amazing experience. The program gave me a solid understanding of the tourism and hospitality industry and helped me develop both practical and theoretical skills. What I loved most was the international approach and the hands-on projects with real companies, which really prepared me for the professional world. The professors were always supportive and passionate about what they teach, which made a huge difference. On top of that, I met incredible people from all over the world and made friends for life, which made the experience even more special. Thanks to this degree, I’ve gained not only knowledge but also great opportunities to grow and start my career in tourism. Definitely recommend it to anyone interested in this field!

High quality of education and great atmosphere

As someone who is about to graduate I look back on my time at UCLL and feel very grateful! The studies challenge us in different ways, the professors are known for their impressive careers before they started lecturing and the international experience is eye-opening. I would recommend the international business management and marketing course if you're open to meet new people and grow in more ways that just learning about business.

Good base bachelor's degree (IOM)

I like how you can directly talk to teachers without feeling like there's this hierarchy. I dislike how unorganised things can be such as: poor communication, poor planning: last minute timing etc.... Having a decent study track coach really helps with everything, because this is the individual that knows a lot about your study progress and who you are normally the most in contact with. Which in my case helped me a lot with all types of processes. Such as: admin work, advice on academic goals, future goals related to academia etc... The negative point for Artevelde would also be that they do not provide any parking for students. Therefore, students have to pay a hefty amount to park their car on the street(s) near campus. Meanwhile other universities/hogeschool in Ghent do provide plenty of this. I'd call it absolute greed because they are more than able to provide, instead they like to hoard the parking spaces. For the language courses, there should be more options than the ones they offer, because the major I'm in (international organisation and management) is full of international students and not everyone wants to study: French, Dutch, Spanish or German.... there should be more options... The other issue in my opinion would be that Artevelde is a "Applied Sciences school" which means, if you want to obtain a master degree afterwards, you can't just directly study one, when you're in Belgium or most of the neighbouring countries, you'd have to do a bridging year (a prep year).

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