Ghent University vs KdG University of Applied Sciences and Arts - KdG vs Kask & Conservatorium School of Arts Gent - KASK vs Vlerick Business School vs European Wine Academy

Side-by-side comparison from 112 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 1/7 categories
KdG University of Applied Sciences and Arts - KdG: wins 1/7 categories
Kask & Conservatorium School of Arts Gent - KASK: wins 0/7 categories
Vlerick Business School: wins 4/7 categories
European Wine Academy: wins 0/7 categories
Hogeschool Gent - HoGent: wins 0/7 categories
Artevelde University of Applied Sciences: wins 1/7 categories
Comparing
Ghent, Belgium
4.30
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54 reviews
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Best programme: Accounting
Best programme: Applied Computer Science
4.70
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3 reviews
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Best programme: Advanced Master in Digital Strategy Management
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Best programme: Social Work
Best programme: Organisation and Management
Category ratings
Facilities
4.35
4.02
Not rated
5.00
Win
Not rated
3.00
3.67
Location
3.67
4.32
Not rated
5.00
Win
Not rated
4.50
4.50
Professors
4.31
4.29
Not rated
4.67
Win
Not rated
3.50
4.29
Internationality
4.35
4.80
Win
Not rated
4.67
Not rated
3.50
4.29
Student life
4.31
4.16
Not rated
3.67
Not rated
3.50
4.80
Win
Value
4.25
4.47
Not rated
4.67
Win
Not rated
3.50
4.29
Accommodation
4.15
Win
3.74
Not rated
3.33
Not rated
4.00
3.67
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Engaging and approachable professors
  • +Strong curriculum with theory and practical application
  • +Research focus and access to expertise
  • +Practical, job-market focused programmes
  • +Inspiring, industry-expert lecturers
  • +International environment and connections
  • +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
  • +Supportive and inclusive community
  • +Practical, up-to-date curriculum with international opportunities
  • +Dedicated and accessible teaching staff
Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frequent problems.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources hinder learning.
  • -A lack of clear communication and support frustrates students.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of resources hinder learning.
  • -The curriculum is often perceived as irrelevant and poorly structured.
  • -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 & management issues are a recurring frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of modern resources are frequently criticized.
  • -Course content is often perceived as irrelevant or poorly delivered.
Rating summary
What students say

This institution receives high marks in several key areas. Internationality (4.35) and Facilities (4.35) are particularly strong, closely followed by Professors (4.31) and Student Life (4.31). Accommodation also scores well (4.15), and Value (4.25) is rated positively. The lowest-rated aspect is Location, coming in at 3.67.

Overall, this university garners strong ratings, particularly excelling in **Internationality** with an impressive 4.8. **Location** and **Value** also stand out at 4.32 and 4.47 respectively. Conversely, **Accomodation** is the lowest-rated aspect at 3.74, suggesting an area for potential improvement. Other categories like Professors, Student Life, and Facilities all received solid scores above 4.0.

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.

Student feedback indicates exceptional strengths in student life, with a near-perfect score. The location also received a very high rating. Conversely, facilities and accommodation received the lowest marks, both averaging around 3.67. Other areas such as professors, internationality, and value demonstrated solid performance with scores in the 4.29 range.

Reviews summary
Highlights

With 53 positive reviews and zero negative, students praise the user-friendly platform, considerate and enthusiastic professors, and strong research focus. Pharmacy and Biochemistry programs are highlighted for practical experience and leading scientists.

Nearly all reviews are highly positive (~93%), praising the practical, job-market-focused curriculum, inspiring, industry-expert instructors, and international environment. No negative reviews were recorded.

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 a ~100% positive sentiment, reviews highlight a supportive and inclusive family-like atmosphere. Students appreciate personal attention, dedicated teachers, and practical, internationally-focused programs with up-to-date curricula.

Rating distribution
5★
30%
51%
0%
67%
0%
0%
29%
4★
69%
44%
100%
33%
0%
50%
57%
3★
2%
4%
0%
0%
0%
0%
14%
2★
0%
0%
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.

Practice makes perfect

Frankly, KdG is the perfect option if you're looking for a practical university. As a student from the Applied Computer Science program, the thing I love the most is the perfect blend of theory and immediate exercises/projects which are designed to test that theory. It provides for a solid studying experience, which is more than satisfactory.

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 give a fuck. It's not okey! Don't expect support. There are some really sweet teachers. But overall no great support or organization.

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