Katholieke Hogeschool Vives
Kortrijk, Belgium • Founded 2013
Overview
Founded in 2013, the VIVES is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Kortrijk (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), West Flanders.
This institution also has branch campuses in Brugge, Oostende, Roeselare and Torhout. Officially recognized by the Vlaams Ministerie van Onderwijs en Vorming, België (Flemish Ministry of Education and Training of Belgium), VIVES is a large-sized coeducational Belgian higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion.
VIVES offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. This 10-year-old Belgian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.
International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.
VIVES also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
Location & Contact
Katholieke Hogeschool Vives's contact information and physical address — the basics you'll want before applying or visiting. Bookmark this page as a single reference point during the application cycle.
Academic Details
Katholieke Hogeschool Vives's scale, faculty balance, and academic recognition. Staff-with-doctorate share often signals research culture more reliably than headline research output figures.
Academic Structures
Katholieke Hogeschool Vives delivers teaching through the academic units below — useful for orienting yourself before reading individual programmes. Each unit operates with a degree of academic autonomy.
Unit 6 items
- Faculty of Applied Engineering and Technology
- Faculty of Applied Social Studies
- Faculty of Biotechnology
- Faculty of Commercial Sciences, Business Management and Informatics
- Faculty of Education
- Faculty of Health care
Programs Offered
Browse Katholieke Hogeschool Vives's programmes by level, or filter by name to find a specific course. The grouping helps when you have a target qualification tier but want to compare specific programme content.
Bachelor's Degree
87 programmes
These 87 programmes make up Katholieke Hogeschool Vives's undergraduate catalogue. A bachelor's degree is the baseline credential for most graduate careers and advanced study.
Buitengewoon onderwijs Special Education
Educatieve bachelor in het secundair onderwijs : Gezondheidsopvoeding Education & Teaching
Bedrijfsmanagement : Supply chain management Supply Chain & Logistics
Hotelmanagement Hospitality Management
Toegepaste informatica : Artificiële intelligentie AI & Machine Learning
Energietechnologie Energy Engineering
Wellbeing- en vitaliteitsmanagement : zonder specifieke afstudeerrichtingen Business Administration
Bouw Civil Engineering & Construction
Bedrijfsmanagement : Financiën en verzekeringen Finance, Banking & Insurance
Educatieve bachelor in het secundair onderwijs : Rooms-Katholieke godsdienst Education & Teaching
Educatieve bachelor in het lager onderwijs Education & Teaching
Logopedie en audiologie : Logopedie Health Sciences
Toegepaste informatica : Applicatie-ontwikkeling Information Systems & Technology
Bedrijfsmanagement : zonder specifieke afstudeerrichtingen Business Administration
Educatieve bachelor in het kleuteronderwijs Education & Teaching
Logopedie en audiologie : Audiologie Health Sciences
Educatieve bachelor in het secundair onderwijs : Geschiedenis Education & Teaching
Toegepaste psychologie : Schoolpsychologie en pedagogische psychologie Psychology
Organisatie en management (Office management) : zonder specifieke afstudeerrichtingen Business Administration
Bedrijfsmanagement : Marketing Advertising & Digital Marketing
Educatieve bachelor in het secundair onderwijs : Wiskunde Education & Teaching
Ontwerp- en productietechnologie : zonder specifieke afstudeerrichtingen Applied Design
Educatieve bachelor in het secundair onderwijs : Economie Education & Teaching
Agro- en Biotechnologie : Dierenzorg Health Sciences
Zorgmanagement Health Sciences
Educatieve bachelor in het secundair onderwijs : Nederlands Education & Teaching
Vroedkunde Midwifery
Sociaal werk : Sociaal-cultureel werk Social & Cultural Studies
Educatieve bachelor in het secundair onderwijs : Project kunstvakken Education & Teaching
Agro- en Biotechnologie : Voedingstechnologie Nutrition & Dietetics
Educatieve bachelor in het secundair onderwijs : Lichamelijke opvoeding Education & Teaching
Wellbeing- en vitaliteitsmanagement : Wellness & spamanagement Business Administration
Elektromechanica : Elektromechanica Mechanical Engineering
Human resources management Human Resource Management
Bedrijfsmanagement : Rechtspraktijk Business Administration
Educatieve bachelor in het secundair onderwijs : Techniek Education & Teaching
International management International management (E) Business Administration
Verpleegkunde Nursing
Agro- en Biotechnologie : Biotechnologie Biotechnology
Elektromechanica : Klimatisering Mechanical Engineering
Educatieve bachelor in het secundair onderwijs : Biologie Education & Teaching
Educatieve bachelor in het secundair onderwijs : Engels Education & Teaching
Luchtvaart : Aspirant-lijnpiloot
Drone applications
Media en Entertainment Business Business Administration
Bedrijfsmanagement : Sport- en cultuurmanagement Business Administration
Agro- en Biotechnologie : Landbouw Civil Engineering & Construction
Educatieve bachelor in het secundair onderwijs : Plastische opvoeding Education & Teaching
Agro- en Biotechnologie : Agro-industrie Biotechnology
Wellbeing- en vitaliteitsmanagement : Coaching & wellbeingmanagement Business Administration
Sociaal werk : Maatschappelijke advisering Social Work
Sociaal werk : Maatschappelijk werk Social Work
Educatieve bachelor in het secundair onderwijs : Project algemene vakken / Maatschappelijke vorming Education & Teaching
Agro- en Biotechnologie : Groenmanagement Biotechnology
Zorgtechnologie Health Sciences
Elektronica - ICT : zonder specifieke afstudeerrichtingen Electronics
Elektromechanica : Automatisering Mechanical Engineering
Orthopedagogie Special Education
Luchtvaart : Luchtvaarttechnologie
Educatieve bachelor in het secundair onderwijs : Bio-esthetiek Education & Teaching
Toerisme en recreatiemanagement Tourism & Leisure
Voedings- en dieetkunde Nutrition & Dietetics
Educatieve bachelor in het secundair onderwijs : Natuurwetenschappen Education & Teaching
Elektronica - ICT : Elektronica Electronics
Organisatie en management (Office management) : Business & languages Business Administration
Ergotherapie Health Sciences
Educatieve bachelor in het secundair onderwijs : Bedrijfsorganisatie Education & Teaching
Toegepaste psychologie : Klinische psychologie Clinical Psychology
Business Management Business Management (E) Business Administration
Bedrijfsmanagement : Accountancy-fiscaliteit Accounting
Educatieve bachelor in het secundair onderwijs : Bewegingsrecreatie Education & Teaching
Educatieve bachelor in het secundair onderwijs : Fysica Education & Teaching
Nursing Nursing (E) Nursing
Autotechnologie Mechanical Engineering
Schoolontwikkeling
Educatieve bachelor in het secundair onderwijs : Frans Education & Teaching
Educatieve bachelor in het secundair onderwijs : Aardrijkskunde Education & Teaching
Toegepaste informatica : Software-management Software Engineering
Bedrijfsmanagement : Eventmanagement Business Administration
Toegepaste psychologie : Arbeids- en organisatiepsychologie Psychology
Wellbeing- en vitaliteitsmanagement : Care & vitaliteitsmanagement Business Administration
Zorgverbreding en remediërend leren Health Sciences
Maatschappelijke veiligheid
Educatieve bachelor in het secundair onderwijs : Haartooi Education & Teaching
Educatieve bachelor in het secundair onderwijs : Informatica Education & Teaching
Elektronica - ICT : ICT Electronics
Educatieve bachelor in het secundair onderwijs : Nederlands als niet-thuistaal Education & Teaching
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Associate, Certificate & Other Qualifications
38 programmes
Alongside its degrees, Katholieke Hogeschool Vives provides 38 programmes at associate, certificate, diploma, and foundation level, typically shorter and more applied in focus.
Verpleegkunde: Pediatrie en Neonatologie Health Sciences
Geestelijke gezondheidszorg Health Sciences
Accountancy Accounting
Menopauzeconsulent Health Sciences
Financieel management Finance, Banking & Insurance
Orthopedagogisch management (Mijn organisatie in een veranderende context) Special Education
Digital marketing met AI assistance Advertising & Digital Marketing
Verpleegkunde: Intensieve zorg(en) en/of spoedgevallenzorg Health Sciences
AI translator
Psychotherapie in de interactionele vormgeving Applied Design
Vennootschapsrecht
Referentiepersoon VISUS (oriëntatie- en mobiliteitsinstructeur) Supply Chain & Logistics
Preconceptie- en fertiliteitszorg Health Sciences
Palliatieve zorg Health Sciences
Diabeteseducator Health Sciences
Digital business analyst Business Administration
Orthopedagogisch management (Ik als leidinggevende en mijn team) Special Education
Schoolleider in het Basisonderwijs Education & Teaching
Tree manager
Verpleegkunde: Oncologie Health Sciences
Dieren in de hulpverlening
Rouw- en verliescounselor voor kinderen
Zorgleraar Education & Teaching
Forensische daderbegeleiding
Fiscaliteit Accounting
Verpleegkunde: Peri-operatieve zorg Nursing
Bedrijfsmanagement Business Administration
Canine performance assistant
Sociale wetgeving en payroll
Duurzame ontwikkeling Sustainable Development
Cultuurmanagement Business Administration
Management in de social profit Business Administration
Human Resources Management Human Resource Management
Vermogens- en successieplanning
Aviation management Aviation management (E) Business Administration
Gestaltpsychotherapie
Verpleegkunde: Wondzorg Nursing
Zorgethisch coach Health Sciences
No programmes match your filter in this level.
How to apply to Katholieke Hogeschool Vives
Below is a five-step path through the application process at Katholieke Hogeschool Vives, useful for first-time applicants and international students.
- 1 Find a programme that fits your goals
Katholieke Hogeschool Vives's catalogue includes 125 programmes. Browse by level, identify candidates matching your prior qualifications, and note their entry requirements for the next step.
- 2 Confirm you meet the requirements
Entry requirements vary by programme and degree level. Verify academic minimums, language tests (if international), and any additional documents required for Katholieke Hogeschool Vives's admissions process.
- 3 Assemble your application package
Typical documents include academic transcripts, identity proof (passport or national ID), language proficiency test scores, a personal statement or motivation letter, and recommendation letters. International applicants should account for translation and notarisation time.
- 4 Submit your application
Submit your completed application through Katholieke Hogeschool Vives's official website at www.vives.be. Most institutions use an online portal — register an account, complete the application form, and upload your prepared documents. Keep copies of all submissions and confirmation receipts.
- 5 Contact admissions and follow up
Follow up to confirm your application was received and is being processed. Reach the institution by phone at +32 (56) 264 160. Admissions teams may request interviews or additional documents — respond promptly to keep your application active.
Frequently Asked Questions about Katholieke Hogeschool Vives
A short Q&A covering Katholieke Hogeschool Vives's essentials — founding, location, scale, ranking, and academic structure.
In what year was Katholieke Hogeschool Vives established?
Katholieke Hogeschool Vives was founded in 2013 (approximately 13 years ago).
Where can I find Katholieke Hogeschool Vives?
The institution is located in Kortrijk, Belgium.
Is Katholieke Hogeschool Vives public or private?
It is a public higher-education institution.
How many students does Katholieke Hogeschool Vives have?
The institution has a student body of 10,000-14,999.
Does Katholieke Hogeschool Vives have a religious affiliation?
Yes, Katholieke Hogeschool Vives is affiliated with Christian-Catholic.
What is Katholieke Hogeschool Vives's academic structure?
The institution comprises 6 academic units.
Is Katholieke Hogeschool Vives accredited?
The institution holds recognition from Vlaams Ministerie van Onderwijs en Vorming, België.
Where can I learn more about Katholieke Hogeschool Vives?
Katholieke Hogeschool Vives's official website is www.vives.be.
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