Master's
Master Mind Scholarship (Flemish Government)
Up to EUR 10,225 / year + fee waiver
Hasselt University
Hasselt, Belgium
"A young civic university in Limburg with English master programmes"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#597 (QS)
PSW VISA
12 months (orientation year)
About Hasselt University
Hasselt University (UHasselt) was founded in 1971 and describes itself as a civic university. It has two campuses in the province of Limburg: one in the centre of Hasselt and one in Diepenbeek. With the transnational University Limburg (tUL) it runs English master's programmes such as Statistics and Data Science and Biomedical Sciences. From 2026-27 UHasselt uses three tuition-fee categories for non-EEA students on its English master's programmes. It ranked #597 in QS 2026 and #639 in QS 2027.
Rankings & Recognition
#597
Ranked #597 in the QS World University Rankings 2026 (#639 in QS 2027).
Accreditations & Memberships
transnational University Limburg (tUL)
Flemish Interuniversity Council (VLIR)
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Hasselt University's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
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Employer Reputation
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Faculty Student Ratio
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Citations per Faculty
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Key Facts
1971
Founded
Hasselt + Diepenbeek
Campuses
#639
QS 2027
transnational University Limburg
Partner
3 categories (2026-27)
Non-EEA Fees
Popular Programs
Statistics and Data Science
Biomedical Sciences
Business Economics
Engineering Technology
Transportation Sciences
Architecture
Application Details
Application Route
UHasselt Mobility Online
Master Mind Deadline
15 March
IELTS (Master)
approx. 6.5
Intake
September
Work rights
20 hours per week
Standardized Test Requirements
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IELTS Academic (Master)
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approx. 6.5 |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
88%
I-20 Processing
Long-stay student visa (type D)
Post-Study Work
12 months (orientation year)
Green Card Pathway
Single permit / EU Blue Card
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
Master Mind (Flemish)
Career Outcomes
7%
Placement Ratio
12 months (orientation year)
Post-Study Work
20 hrs/week
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Campuses — Hasselt centre, Diepenbeek
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
UHasselt has a campus in the centre of Hasselt and a green campus in Diepenbeek, Limburg.
Campus Details
2
campuses in Limburg
Hasselt
city-centre campus
Diepenbeek
green campus
Historic
former prison turned law faculty
Young
university founded in 1971
Small
classes & close teaching
Campus Forecast
Summer (Jun–Aug): 13–23°C
Autumn (Sep–Nov): 5–16°C
Winter (Dec–Feb): 0–6°C
Spring (Mar–May): 4–16°C
Rain throughout the year
Occasional winter frost
Bring a waterproof jacket & warm layers
Student Life & Housing
Housing
University residences or private student rooms (kot)
Dining
University restaurants (resto) and city cafes
Health & Wellness
Health insurance required; student wellbeing services
Activities & Clubs
Student associations (kringen / cercles)
Sports
Cultural events
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
International Students
Countries Represented
Cost Deep-Dive
Master non-EEA
One of 3 fee categories (2026-27)
Proof of funds (2026-27)
EUR 1,062 / month (12,744 / year)
D visa fee
EUR 250 + contribution
Intakes & Deadlines
Programmes start in September. The Master Mind nomination deadline at UHasselt is 15 March.
Scholarships at Hasselt University
1 scholarship available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Most bachelor's are in Dutch; Indian Class 12 plus Dutch proficiency.
Postgraduate
Relevant bachelor's degree for the English master's. IELTS approx. 6.5.
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic (Master)
Required Documents
Passport copy
Bachelor degree certificate and transcripts
Class 10 and 12 marksheets
English test (IELTS / TOEFL)
CV and motivation letter
Proof of funds (blocked account / Annex 32)
Medical certificate
Police clearance certificate
Admission letter
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Check the English-taught programme and entry rules on uhasselt.be.
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Apply online
Apply online before the non-EU deadline with transcripts and English scores.
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Admission letter
Receive the admission / enrolment letter from the university.
4
Show funds
Prove EUR 1,062 per month via blocked account, scholarship or guarantor (Annex 32).
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Type D visa
Apply for the long-stay student visa (type D) at VFS / TLS Belgium in India.
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Arrive & register
Register at the town hall within 8 days to get your A-card residence permit.
Campus & Location
UHasselt has a campus in the centre of Hasselt and a green campus in Diepenbeek, Limburg.
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