University of Antwerp

The Campus Drie Eiken is the green heart of the university's medical and life sciences training.

• Vaccinopolis: A state-of-the-art 6,000 m² facility dedicated to testing vaccines against various pathogens using controlled human infection models.
• Antwerp University Hospital (UZA): A 570-bed tertiary care center located adjacent to the campus, serving as the primary site for clinical rotations.
• Skills Lab: A specialized training facility where medical students practice clinical procedures on high-fidelity simulators before patient contact.
• Biobank UZA-UAntwerpen: A centralized facility for the storage and analysis of human biological material for large-scale research.
• Micro-Credential Labs: Specialized labs for "Continuing Education" in subjects like medical statistics and bioinformatics.
• Linguapolis: The university's language institute, offering intensive Dutch courses for international students wishing to transition into medical practice.
• Molecular Imaging Center Antwerp (MICA): Provides advanced preclinical and clinical imaging technologies (PET/CT/MRI).
• The Antwerp Social Lab: A unique facility for psychophysiological research into behavior and stress.
• Campus Library (Drie Eiken): A modern resource center with 24/7 digital access to global medical literature.
• Student Restaurant (Komida): Offers sustainable and affordable meals with specific options for various dietary requirements.

Clinical education at UAntwerpen is supported by a robust network:

• UZA (Antwerp University Hospital): Noted for its international focus and groundbreaking research in oncology and cardiology.
• Institute of Tropical Medicine (ITM): While an independent institute, it is closely affiliated for advanced training in infectious diseases.
• Psychiatric Centers: Partnerships with facilities like Emmaüs Duffel for adult psychiatry training.
• GP Network: An extensive network of General Practitioners across the Antwerp region for primary care rotations.

Antwerp offers a tiered fee system based on nationality and program type.

Scholarships

• Master Mind Scholarships: A Flemish government grant of €10,000 per year plus a tuition waiver for top-tier international students.
• AMS Partial Scholarships: For students in the Antwerp Management School/Global Health tracks, offering 25–50% tuition reductions.
• VLIR-UOS Scholarships: Full funding for students from 31 partner countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America.
• DGD Scholarships: Specifically for health professionals from developing countries to study at the Institute of Tropical Medicine.
• Erasmus+ Grants: For students participating in short-term exchange or clinical traineeships.

• The Vibe: Antwerp is larger and more "urban" than Leuven or Ghent but remains very walkable and bike-friendly.
• Connectivity:
• Train: Antwerpen-Centraal is one of the world's most beautiful stations, with high-speed links to Amsterdam (1h) and Paris (2h).
• Air: Direct trains to Brussels Airport (BRU) take about 35 minutes.
• Biking: Like most Flemish cities, cycling is the preferred mode of transport, and "Velo Antwerpen" (city bikes) are everywhere.

• Accommodation: Most students live in private student rooms ("Kots") or university residences. The TPC residence is a popular hub for international students.
• Dining: The Komida canteens provide healthy, environmentally friendly meals at subsidized prices (approx. €5–€8).
• Vibe: Antwerp is a trendy, historic port city. It is the fashion and diamond capital of Belgium, offering a very international, creative, and safe environment for students.

• Accreditation: NVAO (Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders).
• Summer/Winter Schools: The university is famous for its short-term programs in Pandemic Preparedness and Global Health held in August/September.
• Clinical Placements: International students can apply for 4-week clinical rotations in departments like Oncology and Neurology, provided they meet language and prerequisite requirements.