Ghent University vs University of Antwerp vs Kask & Conservatorium School of Arts Gent - KASK vs Vlerick Business School vs European Wine Academy

Side-by-side comparison from 144 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Vlerick Business School (4.70)
Ghent University: wins 2/7 categories
University of Antwerp: wins 0/7 categories
Kask & Conservatorium School of Arts Gent - KASK: wins 0/7 categories
Vlerick Business School: wins 5/7 categories
European Wine Academy: wins 0/7 categories
Hogeschool Gent - HoGent: wins 0/7 categories
Artevelde University of Applied Sciences: wins 0/7 categories
Comparing
Ghent, Belgium
4.30
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55 reviews
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Best programme: Accounting
Antwerp, Belgium
4.20
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34 reviews
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Best programme: Computer Science
4.70
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3 reviews
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Best programme: Advanced Master in Digital Strategy Management
Not rated
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0 reviews
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Best programme: Social Work
Best programme: International Business Management
Category ratings
Facilities
4.34
4.09
Not rated
5.00
Win
Not rated
3.00
3.90
Location
3.68
4.13
Not rated
5.00
Win
Not rated
4.50
4.50
Professors
4.31
4.44
Not rated
4.67
Win
Not rated
3.50
4.16
Internationality
4.35
3.88
Not rated
4.67
Win
Not rated
3.50
4.22
Student life
4.31
Win
4.09
Not rated
3.67
Not rated
3.50
4.20
Value
4.24
4.28
Not rated
4.67
Win
Not rated
3.50
4.00
Accommodation
4.13
Win
4.03
Not rated
3.33
Not rated
4.00
3.77
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Engaging professors with subject enthusiasm and approachable mentorship
  • +Practical and well-organized curriculum with research opportunities
  • +User-friendly learning platform and supportive academic environment
  • +Practical, relevant content and scenario-based learning
  • +Friendly, inclusive, and collaborative atmosphere
  • +Networking opportunities and meeting diverse professionals
  • +Supportive staff and practical assistance for students
  • +Dedicated instructors offering extra help and resources
  • +Opportunities for internships and organized excursions
  • +Rigorous, well-structured programs with real-world application
  • +Expert faculty deeply invested in student success
  • +Strong industry connections and career focus

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  • +Practical field exposure & industry professionals as instructors
  • +Practical, real-world relevant programmes
  • +Approachable and helpful lecturers
  • +Enriching international opportunities and campus life
Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are a recurring problem.
  • -A lack of clarity and support from instructors negatively impacts learning.
  • -Intense pressure and negative mental health impact.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor infrastructure.
  • -Communication issues and unhelpful administrative staff.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources hinder learning.
  • -Lack of clear communication and support from staff is a recurring problem.
  • -Students dislike the administrative and management issues.
  • -They express frustration with outdated facilities and resources.
  • -The curriculum is perceived as irrelevant and lacking practical application.

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  • -Lack of qualified teachers and poor communication regarding substitutes.
  • -Unsupportive and unaccommodating staff, particularly in internship support.
  • -Inconsistent quality of teaching and lack of objectivity in some classes.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources hinder learning.
  • -The curriculum is perceived as irrelevant and poorly delivered.
Rating summary
What students say

This institution demonstrates exceptional strength in its Facilities and Internationality, both scoring above 4.3. Student Life and Professors also receive very positive marks, closely following. Accomodation and Value are rated highly as well. The weakest area, though still rated above average, is Location at 3.68.

This university demonstrates particularly strong performance in its **Professors**, receiving a high rating of 4.44. Other well-regarded aspects include **Value** (4.28) and **Location** (4.13). The area with the lowest score is **Internationality**, rated at 3.88. Ratings for **Facilities**, **Student Life**, and **Accomodation** are all solid, clustering around 4.06.

This university presents a uniform evaluation across all assessed aspects, with no standout strengths or weaknesses. Every category, including Facilities, Professors, Location, Student Life, Accomodation, Internationality, and Value, received a rating of zero. This suggests a consistent, albeit low, performance level across the board, indicating areas where significant improvements may be necessary in all surveyed domains.

Boasting exceptional scores, the institution excels in its **Facilities** and **Location**, both receiving perfect 5/5 ratings. **Professors**, **Internationality**, and **Value** also demonstrate strong performance with scores above 4.6. Areas for potential improvement include **Student Life** and **Accomodation**, which received the lowest ratings at 3.67 and 3.33 respectively. Overall, the university presents a solid offering, particularly in its physical environment and academic/global engagement.

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The university scores highly in location, earning a notable 4.5. Accommodation also receives a positive rating of 4. Areas of solid performance include professors, student life, and internationality, all with scores of 3.5. The university's weakest area is facilities, rated at 3.

Considering the provided ratings, the university excels in **Location**, receiving a perfect 4.5. **Internationality** and **Student Life** also score highly, both above 4.2. Conversely, **Facilities** and **Accomodation** represent the weaker points, with scores of approximately 3.9 and 3.8 respectively. Ratings for **Professors** and **Value** are solid, sitting at around 4.16 and 4.

Reviews summary
Highlights

With ~98% positive feedback, reviews highlight user-friendly learning platforms, approachable and enthusiastic professors, and strong research opportunities. Students appreciate well-organized curricula and mentorship. No negative reviews were recorded.

University reviews are overwhelmingly positive (around 97%), with students praising scenario-based teaching, hands-on work, and knowledgeable lecturers. A small amount of negative feedback mentions high pressure and mental health concerns.

With an average rating of 4/5, the sole review for KASK highlights exceptional support and internship opportunities for international students. Although classes are primarily in Dutch, professors offer extra help to ensure understanding.

All 3 reviews are positive, with an average rating of 4.67/5. Students praise the well-structured, interactive curriculum, expert faculty, and strong industry connections. Some wish for more career focus for MBA students.

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With an average rating of 3/5, reviews are split evenly. Positive feedback highlights engaging guest lectures and real-world practice, while negative comments cite issues with consistent teaching staff, biased instructors, and unsupportive administrative interactions.

With 42 positive reviews out of 48, students highly praise dynamic and practical courses, helpful lecturers, and valuable real-life skills. There are no negative reviews.

Rating distribution
5★
29%
35%
0%
67%
0%
0%
22%
4★
69%
50%
100%
33%
0%
50%
63%
3★
2%
12%
0%
0%
0%
0%
12%
2★
0%
3%
0%
0%
0%
50%
0%
1★
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
Most useful review
Most liked
Wonderful University

Ghent University is an ideal location for students. It has excellent facilities and a picturesque campus, and it's set in a charming town. The faculty are dedicated to supporting students and making sure they understand the material. Overall, I couldn't be happier with my choice to study here. I feel lucky to be part of such a wonderful university.

Excellent learning experience!

The course was expertly presented and covered practical, relevant, and up-to-date content that gives you a cutting-edge understanding of cross-border company affairs. In addition, I got the opportunity to meet new professionals from other countries.

Erasmus stay

KASK was my host university for my Erasmus studies. It was the first time my university sent someone for Erasmus and they helped with all posible, they provided me with a spot in the residence, and with an internship in one of the professor's architecture studio. Clases are mostly in dutch, so it's not the most suitable place for an Erasmus student, still the teacher always offered to stay after class to go throw the main points in order to make sure I would understand. They also organise trips for the students, they would even put me in contact with a local student in case I would have any doubts, so she would help me out. The building was absolutely beautiful and quite close to the center. Public transport is a close option, but the best to move around and go to the university is the bike. Will definitely go say hi next time I go back to Ghent.

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Ledeganck teachers education

We didn't have a biology teacher for a full year. 4 different substitute teachers that weren't informed well by HoGent. The arts class is very educational, but the teacher is not objectieve at all. Was talking to the internship supporter, she doesn't let jou talk. Can't get a word in between. Very annoying. I don't feel like she cared to listen. She doesn't care. It's not okey! Don't expect support. There are some really sweet teachers. But overall no great support or organization.

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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