Study load per ECTS is 27 hours, meaning that the  30 ECTS-programme has a study load of 810 hours (27 x 30 ECTS). The programme consists of weekly class sessions and workshop weeks, both with mandatory attendance. In addition, an important part of the postgraduate is spent on self-study on predefined topics framed within specific assignments, and the dissemination of outcomes after the internship. Occasional excursions may be organized. The timing of these excursions is fixed in dialogue.

Tuition fee is in total 3,750 EUR (excl. 21% VAT), comprised of: 

• a fixed component of 1,350 EUR (excl. 21% VAT) 

• a variable component of 2,400 EUR (excl. 21% VAT)  

Participants who succeeded the entire programme are awarded an official postgraduate certificate ‘Building Beyond Borders’. In case the participant does not hold a master degree, a certificate permanent education ‘Building Beyond Borders’ is awarded.

Classes will take place, partly at

• The faculty of Architecture and Arts of Hasselt University, Agoralaan Building E, 3590 Diepenbeek, Belgium

• The specific workshop related location

Each application is assessed on a case by case basis, which includes the candidate’s diploma, CV, portfolio, and personal motivation (all in English). In case of doubt, the performance on an interview is decisive on the applicant’s suitability. Commonly accepted degrees are shown below. The list is not exhaustive and candidates are encouraged to contact us for advice about the suitability of degrees, qualifications, performances and/or experiences. The programme is primarily accessible to candidates holding:

• a Belgian master or bachelor degree in disciplines related to designing and/or building of spaces on different scales, and/or designing and/or manufacturing products,

• a foreign master or bachelor degree in disciplines related to designing and/or building of spaces on different scales, and/or designing and/or manufacturing products.

All applicants must be fluent in both spoken and written English.

Maximum number of participants: 25

To register you have to complete an online registration (link will be available soon). By submitting your online registration, you agree with the terms of UHasselt SEE.

Yearly, the number of places is limited to 25 participants.

The online registration needs to be fully completed before the administration will make a decision about your admission. You always get a response about your admission. When you are admitted to the postgraduate certificate Building Beyond Borders, you will receive an invoice to pay the registration fee before the start of the programme. The registration fee needs to be paid before the start of the programme. 

You need the following information to register:

• Identity: your contact information (name, date of birth, ...)

• Study programme: 

  • Academic year: 2023-2024

  • Programme: Postgraduate

  • Postgraduate degree Building Beyond Borders

• Address: Enter your home address (domicile or official residence in your home country) exactly as it is shown on your passport or identity card.

• Higher education: Provide an overview of all programs (bachelor, master, ...) that you have followed (and obtained) that are relevant to this training.

• Specific training: Please mention any additional relevant education (not bachelor/master) here.

• Professional experience: Give your most recent work experience and / or work experience(s) that are relevant to the course that you are going to follow.

• Finances: How do you like to pay the registration fee: private or a company?

• Up/Download: Some documents need to be sent beforehand to the administration. Please upload these files here. (only .pdf, .doc or .jpg files)

  • Copy of your diploma(s)

  • CV

  • Portfolio

  • Passport photograph 

  • Motivational letter

After the first step, you will get a log-in (e-mail & password). With these data you can consult, modify or complete your online application.

Cancellation policy

By submitting your online registration, you agree with the terms of UHasselt SEE.

For cancellations between admission and the start of the programme, an administrative fee amounting to 10% of the registration fee will be charged. The participant can only cancel or modify his/her registration by letter or e-mail. This cancellation needs to be addressed to buildingbeyonderborders@uhasselt.be or Hasselt University, Martelarenlaan 42, 3500 Hasselt, Belgium and to be confirmed.

For cancellations after the start of the programme, the full registration fee is due.

*Non-EU candidates are asked to apply before May 1st to ensure on-time VISA applications

• Visa

• Bringing along family members

• Health care

• Accommodation

• Living costs

• Other useful information

Info session for the 2023-24 edition on March 16 (8.00 PM - 9:30 PM): register here. 

The applications for the Building Beyond Borders Postgraduate Certificate edition 2023-24 will open soon.

If you are interested in the activities of the Building Beyond Borders platform, you can fill out this form without obligation to receive further updates.

Please contact us for further information: buildingbeyondborders@uhasselt.be 

 programme booklet 2023-24 is coming soon