As the host of the headquarters of the European Union and NATO, and with its multilingual character, Belgium is a unique country for those who want to learn languages. In Belgium, where French, Dutch and German are official languages, English is also widely spoken thanks to the international atmosphere of Brussels. Language schools in Belgium offer programs for every age and goal in this rich language environment.
Studying a language in Belgium offers the opportunity to learn more than one European language in the same country and gain international experience in Europe's political and diplomatic center. Many students see their language studies in Belgium as the first step toward a bachelor's or master's degree at a Belgian university.
Studying a language in Belgium offers the opportunity to live in a multilingual and multicultural environment in the heart of Europe.
Language education in Belgium is largely shaped by region. French stands out in Brussels and Wallonia, and Dutch in Flanders. In Brussels, English courses are also common thanks to the international community.
Language schools teach from A1 to C2 based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Before starting the course, you take a placement test and are placed in the right class. In addition to private language schools, the language centers of universities in Leuven, Ghent, Louvain-la-Neuve, Brussels and Liège also offer intensive language programs to international students.
Students learning French can certify their level with exams such as DELF, DALF and TCF, while students learning Dutch can do so with exams such as CNaVT and ITNA. These certificates are used in university applications and job applications in Belgium.
Language schools and university language centers in Belgium offer a variety of programs to suit different goals:
In Belgium, it is important to choose your city based on the language you want to learn:
Language school prices in Belgium vary depending on the city, the type of program, the number of lessons per week and the length of the course. Intensive courses and one-to-one lessons at private language schools cost more, while programs at university language centers are generally more affordable.
When planning your budget, you should account for the registration fee, course materials, accommodation, health insurance, exam fees and transport costs in addition to the course fee. Living and accommodation costs in Brussels are higher than in cities such as Ghent, Leuven or Liège.
At NGGlobal, we share the current prices and promotions of our partner schools with you and work with you to choose the program that best fits your budget.
Language school students in Belgium can choose from accommodation options to suit different budgets:
In university cities such as Leuven and Ghent, demand for student rooms is high at the start of the academic year, so it is best to start looking for accommodation early.
Turkish citizens attending a short language course in Belgium can apply for a Schengen visa. The application requires an enrollment confirmation from the language school, proof of course fee payment, proof of financial means, travel health insurance and proof of accommodation.
In Belgium, a long-stay student visa and residence permit are generally granted for studies at higher education institutions. Some preparatory programs run by universities may qualify, while courses at private language schools generally do not form the basis for a long-stay student visa.
For this reason, if you are planning long-term language studies in Belgium, it is advisable to consider universities' preparatory programs. At NGGlobal, we work with you to identify the right visa type and program for your goals.
It is not possible to work on a Schengen visa issued for a short language course in Belgium. For this reason, when planning your language studies in Belgium, you need to prepare a budget that covers all your expenses.
Students holding a student residence permit at a higher education institution can work under certain conditions and for a limited number of hours. Students who start university in Belgium after their language studies can benefit from these rights and gain work experience.
The cost of living in Belgium is similar to the Western European average. Brussels and Antwerp are among the more expensive cities, while Liège, Namur and other Walloon cities offer a more affordable lifestyle. Ghent and Leuven offer reasonable costs along with lively student life.
Thanks to Belgium's advanced rail network, you can travel between cities quickly and affordably. Discounted train tickets for young people make it easy for students to explore different cities on weekends.
Social life in Belgium is very rich, with its chocolate and waffle culture, historic squares, museums, comic-strip tradition and world-famous music festivals. The large Turkish communities in Brussels, Ghent and Antwerp also make it easier for Turkish students to settle in.
At NGGlobal, we offer free consultation to students who want to study a language in Belgium. By assessing your goals, language level and budget, we identify the language, city, school and program that suit you best.
Contact us to build your plan for language studies in Belgium together.
You can learn French, Dutch and English in Belgium. Brussels and Wallonia are ideal for learning French, and Flanders for learning Dutch. English courses are also common in Brussels.
You should choose based on your goals. If you are aiming for studies and a career in Brussels or Wallonia, French is more advantageous; if you are aiming for studies and a career in Flanders, Dutch is the better choice.
Long-stay student visas are generally granted for studies at higher education institutions. Some university preparatory programs may qualify, while courses at private language schools generally do not.
It is not possible to work on a Schengen visa issued for a short language course. Students holding a student residence permit at a higher education institution may work under certain conditions.
Brussels, Louvain-la-Neuve and Liège stand out for French, and Leuven, Ghent and Antwerp for Dutch. Your choice depends on the language you want to learn and your budget.
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