Hasselt University International Programmes CAFEÏNE Content

Message from the Rector 4

Hasselt University: knowledge in action 5

Hasselt: dynamic student town 6

Education 8

Excellence in education 9

Bachelor and Masters 10

International master programmes 12

Master of Science in Statistics 12

Master of Science in Statistics by distance learning 18

Master of Science in Management 20

Master of Science in Transportation Sciences 22

Master of Science in Transportation Sciences by distance learning 24

Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences 26

Master of Science in Interior Architecture 30

Admission Requirements 32

Financial Aspects 34

Research & Innovation 35

Research 36

PhD@UHasselt 39

Making research work 39

3 HASSELT UNIVERSITY

A creative hub in the ‘international innovation web’

Message from the Rector

Interested in acquiring in-depth knowledge and develop- There are numerous reasons why Hasselt University attracts ing professional skills? Dreaming of a successful career as a many international students & researchers. One of them is researcher? Looking for an excellent partner to collaborate our excellent staff, who consist of leading authorities in both with? Then you’ve come to the right place at Hasselt Univer- research and education. Another advantage is our innova- sity! tive approach to university education. Our programmes are accredited by the NVAO (the Accreditation Organization of the Our university is not an island of knowledge, but rather a crea- Netherlands and Flanders) and multiple facets of these pro- tive hub in a complex economic and social network consist- grammes have been awarded the very highest rank: excellent. ing of large and small companies and organizations, research They set the standard for an international level. Last but not institutes, and other universities. least, the city of Hasselt is a great place to soak up student life We see this network as an ‘international innovation web’. Eve- and prepare for your professional career. rybody in our university - students, teachers and researchers - is a vital part of this network and participates actively in it. As This brochure provides you with basic information on our the world is becoming more and more globalised our gradu- university and programmes. We are looking forward to ates often end up in organizations that are active all around welcoming you. the world and as a university we want to prepare our students as best we can for an exciting career, in Belgium or abroad. This is why Hasselt University does not only focus on teach- ing knowledge, but also on lifelong employability skills such as teamwork, time management, communication skills and inter- national experiences. By doing so we put what our university is Prof. dr. Luc De Schepper all about, i.e. ‘Knowledge in Action’, into practice. Rector of Hasselt University

4 HASSELT UNIVERSITY: KNOWLEDGE IN ACTION

Hasselt University is an innovative university which rials for (bio)electronics and nanotechnology, biostatistics, has a pronounced international orientation. Founded cleantech, environmental sciences, ICT, life sciences, open in 1971, it is the youngest university in Belgium. innovation and small businesses, transportation sciences Hasselt University stands for excellence in education, and traffic safety. In these multidisciplinary domains, the top research in spearhead fields and active commit- research institutes of Hasselt University combine funda- ment to innovation and entrepreneurship. The overall mental and applied research, including contract research objective is to combine academic excellence with for industry and organizations. Much attention is paid to economic and social relevance. increasing the valorization of research results and the start- ing up of spin-off companies. Hasselt University assumes The faculties of Sciences, Engineering Technology, Medi- an active role in stimulating innovative economic activities in cine and Life Sciences, Business Economics, Law, and the region, including the co-ordination of regional thematic Architecture and Art offer attractive undergraduate, company clusters in domains such as life sciences, renew- graduate and PhD programmes at a high academic able energy and cleantech. level. The courses are research-led and students parti- cipate in the university’s research programmes from an Hasselt University has an extensive international network and early stage. Moreover, knowledge and skills are frequently develops joint programmes with universities in Belgium and related to concrete real life situations. The programmes are the Netherlands. Our international students and researchers supported by a range of innovative and effective teach- come from all over the world. ing and learning methods. They also stimulate students to develop their full potential. Hasselt University aims at self- assured and independent professionals, equipped with the necessary skills for analysing and solving problems, work- ing in multidisciplinary teams, chairing discussions, pre- NEDERLAND senting ideas … The research policy of Hasselt University focuses on top research in a number of spearhead fields including mate- Amsterdam

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5 HASSELT: DYNAMIC STUDENT TOWN

Hasselt University is situated at the heart of Europe, Ethias Arena. within a stone’s throw of cities such as Brussels, Liège In addition, there is a large cinema near the campus. To (French speaking part of Belgium), Aachen (Germany) and get a genuine taste of Hasselt you can visit the numerous Maastricht (the Netherlands), while Paris and London are cosy restaurants and cafés dotted all over town. You can within a couple of hundred kilometres. Hasselt University visit the Jenever (Gin) Museum, St. Quentin’s Cathedral, the has two campuses: a green campus outside the city of prestigious Fashion Museum, the Municipal Museum and Hasselt and a campus in town. Hasselt has a population the Virga Jesse Basilica, the beautiful Japanese Garden and of almost 75 000 and is the administrative and commercial the town’s many green oases. Hasselt is not only the capital centre of the province. of taste but also of the real ‘bon vivant’! Hasselt is a dynamic student town where young people feel comfortable. It organises all kinds of theatrical performances, music and pop festivals, either open air or in the well-known www.toerimse.hasselt.be/en

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8 EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION

Hasselt University wants to prepare its students for an exciting career in Belgium or abroad. As the world is becoming more globalised, our graduates often end up in organisations that are active all around the world. This is why Hasselt University does not only focus on teaching knowledge, but also on lifelong employability skills such as teamwork, time management, communication skills and international experiences. By doing so, we put what our university is all about, i.e. ‘Knowledge in Action’, into practice.

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• guided independent learning • innovative teaching and learning methods • research-led courses

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• develop academic and employability skills • excellent quality of education • excellent staff consisting of leading authorities in education and research

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9 BACHELORS AND MASTERS

Hasselt University is located in the region of Flanders, in the Dutch-speaking part of Belgium. Our bachelor programmes are therefore mainly taught in Dutch. However, master programmes can be taught both in English and in Dutch. In addition, a number of courses have been set up in English for our exchange students1. A complete bachelor programme consists of 180 ECTS credits, or three years of full-time study. A complete master programme consists of 60 or 120 ECTS credits, which is the equivalent of one or two years respectively of full-time study. At present, Hasselt University offers study pro- grammes, including PhD programmes, in six faculties and in the School of Transportation Sciences.

Faculty of Sciences Faculty of Engineering Technology Hasselt University organises up-to-date bachelor Hasselt University organises, in close collaboration programmes in Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, with KU Leuven, bachelor and master programmes of Physics and Mathematics. Moreover it offers a master Engineering Technology. The bachelor programme leads to programme in Computer Science with specialisations in a Bachelor diploma of Science of Engineering Technology Databases, Human-Computer Interaction and Multimedia. with specialisations in Civil, Chemical, Electromechanical, Within the framework of the co-operation with Maastricht Electronics and ICT, Nuclear and Packaging Engineering University, master programmes in Artificial Intelligence and in Technology. The different master programmes lead to Operations Research are offered (in English). Furthermore, the diploma of Master of Science of Civil, Biochemical, we offer an English Master of Statistics with specialisations Chemical, Electromechanical, Energy, Electronics and ICT, in Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, Epidemiology & Public Health Nuclear or Packaging Engineering Technology. Methodology.

10 U-Multirank is an online ranking instrument for students, re- searchers and policy makers to compare higher education institutions from the entire world. Unlike most international rankings, U-Multirank is characterised by its multi-dimen- sional approach that focuses on the quality of teaching and learning, research, knowledge transfer, international orien- tation and regional involvement. In the latest U-Multirank edition, Hasselt University received a top score on 10 of the 29 performance indicators, and can thereby be considered amongst the 7% best institutions worldwide!

Faculty of Medicine and Life Sciences Faculty of Business Economics Hasselt University organises excellent education on a Hasselt University offers bachelor and master programmes bachelor level (Medicine and Biomedical Sciences) and on of Science in Business Economics, Business Administration, a master level (Biomedical Sciences & Rehabilitation Sci- Business Engineering and Business and Information Systems ences and Physiotherapy). The Master of Science in Bio- engineering (mainly in Dutch). Moreover, it organises the medical Sciences is organised in close collaboration with Master of Science in Management (in English); students can Maastricht University and has specialisations in Clinical specialise in Business Process Management or International Molecular Sciences, Environmental Health Sciences and Marketing Strategy Bioelectronics and Nanotechnology. Courses are offered in English. The Master of Science in Rehabilitation Sciences School of Transportation Sciences and Physiotherapy is organised in close collaboration with In the field of Transportation Sciences, we offer both a KU Leuven and has specialisations in Neurological Disor- bachelor and a master degree. Traffic Safety and Mobility ders, Musculoskeletal Disorders, Mental Health Care, Chil- Management are the specialisations of this master, which dren and Internal Disorders. is unique in Belgium. The bachelor is taught in Dutch. The master is taught in English and can be taken on campus or by distance learning.

Faculty of Law Hasselt University organises a Bachelor and Master of Laws. The education programme focuses on international and European law, judicial protection and mediation, and provides a platform for the comparison of European and various national legal systems. Thanks to assignments and problem-based learning, our graduates develop skills that are particularly useful for their careers. Our partners in education are universities with well-known traditions: Maas- tricht University and KU Leuven.

Faculty of Architecture and Arts Hasselt University presents a Bachelor and Master pro- gramme of Science in Architecture and Interior Architec- ture. The contents of both curricula closely relate to the daily practice of the profession, but will equally train design- ers to approach space - in all its scales - conceptually. On a master’s level we offer a range of research seminars, which are also available for international students, on aspects of adaptive re-use, participation and capacity building, sce- nography and artistic research, sustainability and material use, and universal design and designing for experience.

1 You can find more information about the programmes for exchange students on our website: www.uhasselt.be/exchange.

11 INTERNATIONAL MASTER PROGRAMMES

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN STATISTICS (FACULTY OF SCIENCES)

The need for well-trained biostatisticians, bioinformaticians, and epidemiological and public-health scientists is ever in- creasing, enhanced by the scientific revolution in molecular biology and genetics, its impact on health and the environment, as well as by the availability of ‘big data’ and progress in data science. Hasselt University’s Master of Statistics with spe- cialisations in Biostatistics, Bioinformatics and Epidemiology & Public Health Methodology, keeps abreast of such evolu- tions. The master programme combines a solid study of principles of applied and biostatistics with up-to-date information on topics such as clinical trials, public health, longitudinal data, survival analysis, genetics, survey methodology, etc. The specialisation in Bioinformatics makes it possible to keep an even closer pace with the more specific professional needs and skills required due to the development of novel experimental techniques in molecular biology and genetics.

Hasselt University’s Master of Statistics acquired accreditation from the prestigious Royal Statistical Society.

Biostatistics

Fast facts Programme Everything happens online in the virtual learning environ- Master of Statistics ment where you can meet the lecturer and other students Specialisation to start discussing the content of the courses. Biostatistics The same start date, learning methods and assessments Biostatistics ICP are provided with adjustments for studying on a distance. Duration Individual programmes are more common in the DL pro- 2 years full-time (reduced one-year track available to gramme because many students combine studying with those eligible) working. Start date Scholarship for the ICP Biostatistics of the Flemish October Interuniversity council (VLIR-UOS): Learning method For a scholarship for the ICP Biostatistics of the Flemish Lectures, compulsory reading, computer practice, Interuniversity council (VLIR-UOS) candidates must not problem-based learning, group and individual projects be older than 40 year. Their fully completed application Assessment method form and requested documents should be returned to Written exams, projects, essays, presentations UHasselt, International Office, Attn. Leen Jorissen, Mar- Reduced track telarenlaan 42, 3500 Hasselt, Belgium no later than the Individual (reduced) programmes are possible. You are free 1st of February. to combine courses from different specialisations to create your own profile. Length reduction is possible Candidates awarded the VLIR-scholarship will be notified based on sufficient prior graduate-level training. by VLIR-UOS after the meeting of the Selection Committee Requests for an individualised programme and any (May-June). All other candidates will be informed by the applications for exemptions should be formally submitted International Office of Hasselt University. to the Examination Board, along with a clear motivation For students from developing countries there are 16 full supported by the required documents. scholarships available for the 2 year course ICP Master of Distance Learning programme Statistics - Biostatistics. Students from countries eligible The distance learning programme Master of Statistics of- for VLIR Scholarship can apply for this ICP programme. fers the same degree as the on-campus programme: a More detailed information is available on: www.vliruos.be master degree in the Master of Statistics. and www.uhasselt.be/Biostatistics-ICP

12 “This programme ensures a promising and successful career.” Samuel Iddi, Ghana

Advantages of the Master of Statistics: Biostatistics In the specialisation Biostatistics/Biostatistics ICP sound training in modern statistical methodology, necessary for the design and analysis of biomedical and epidemiological studies, is provided. Core biostatistics courses are Longi- tudinal Data Analysis, Survival Analysis, and Clinical Trials. The specialisation in Biostatistics has a strong research orientation. The programme of students from developing countries, with a scholarship sponsored by the University Development Cooperation Section of the Flemish Inter- university Council (VLIR-UOS), is adapted to their specific needs and interests in the Biostatistics ICP specialisation.

Biostatistics: the right choice for you? As well as the standard admission requirements (see page 32) you should: • hold an academic bachelor degree obtained from a Belgian university in mathematics, physics, computer sciences, chemistry, biology, life sciences, (bio, business, civil) - engineering to be directly admitted. • hold a bachelor degree in mathematics, physics, computer sciences, chemistry, biology, life sciences, (bio, business, civil) -engineering, medicine, sociology, psycho- logy, artificial intelligence, biotechnology from other univer- What are your career prospects? sities, with a basic but sufficiently strong background in mathematics and statistics. The programme’s Examination Board will evaluate each appli- cation individually as regards the applicant’s academic record. Depending on the diploma obtained previously, students may have to enrol in a preparatory programme.

Course outline www.uhasselt.be/en www.uhasselt.be/studyguide

Over the years graduates have found positions in: Further information Website: www.uhasselt. be/master-of-statistics • biomedical research institutes Programme director: Prof. Dr Marc Aerts E-mail: [email protected] • the pharmaceutical industry Coordinator for Biostatistics: Prof. Dr Geert Molenberghs • government E-mail: [email protected] Coordinator for Distance Learning: • healthcare Ms. Tina Stoquart E-mail: [email protected] • academia (PhD) Programme manager: Mrs. Martine Machiels E-mail: [email protected] • ...

13 “Specialising in bioinformatics at Hasselt University has changed my professional life. The content of our courses was always rich, we combined individual and group work and the experience we got through practice was huge.” Tatsiana Khamiakova, Belarus

Bioinformatics

Fast facts Programme Master of Statistics Specialisation Bioinformatics Duration 2 years full-time (reduced one-year track available to those eligible) Start date October Learning method Lectures, compulsory reading, laboratories, problem- based learning, group and individual projects Assessment method Written exams, projects, essays, presentations, skills tests Reduced track Individual (reduced) programmes are possible. You are free to combine courses from different specialisations to create your own profile. Length reduction is pos- sible based on sufficient prior graduate-level training. Requests for an individualised programme and any ap- plications for exemptions should be formally submitted to the Examination Board, along with a clear motivation supported by the required documents.

Further information Website: www.uhasselt.be/master-of-statistics Programme director: Prof. Dr Marc Aerts E-mail: [email protected] Coordinator for Bioinformatics: Prof. Dr Tomasz Burzykowski E-mail: [email protected] Programme manager: Mrs. Martine Machiels E-mail: [email protected]

14 Advantages of the Master of Statistics: Bioinformatics The rapid evolution in scientific research in genomics and proteomics continuously requires new knowledge and skills. Besides a working knowledge of molecular biology, there is the need for a specialised knowledge of, and applied skills in database management, computer programming, statisti- cal techniques and knowledge discovery & integration. The Master of Statistics: Bioinformatics prepares graduates in such a way that they: • are able to design and analyse experiments aimed at obtaining genomic and proteomic data. • possess the necessary knowledge and skills to de- velop, understand and create bioinformatics software tools and databases. • become self-assured, independent and assertive pro- fessionals for whom analysing an issue, structuring in- formation, working in international and multidisciplinary teams, conducting and chairing discussions and pre- senting ideas have become second nature. What are your career prospects?

Bioinformatics: the right choice for you? As well as the standard admission requirements (see page 32) you should: • hold an academic bachelor degree obtained from a Belgian university, in mathematics, physics, computer sciences, chemistry, biology, life sciences, (bio, busi- ness, civil) -engineering to be directly admitted. • hold a bachelor degree in mathematics, physics, computer sciences, chemistry, biology, life sciences, (bio, business, civil) -engineering, medicine, sociology, psychology, artificial intelligence, biotechnology from other universities, with a basic but sufficiently strong background in mathematics/statistics and/or computer science. Over the years graduates have found positions in:

The Examination Board of the programme will evaluate each • biomedical research institutes application individually as regards the applicant’s academic record. Depending on the diploma obtained previously, stu- • biotech & pharma industry dents may have to enrol in a preparatory programme. • academia (PhD) Course outline www.uhasselt.be/en • ... www.uhasselt.be/studyguide

15 “This specialisation at Hasselt University gives you the confidence to deal with real life statistical problems and gives you the opportunity to be taught by some of the best professors of statistics in the world.” Abel Tilahun, Ethiopia

Epidemiology and Public Health Methodology

Fast facts Option Programme Individual (reduced) programmes are possible. You are Master of Statistics free to combine courses from different specializations to Specialization create your own profile. Requests for an individualised Epidemiology and Public Health Methodology programme and any applications for exemptions should Duration be formally submitted to the Examination Board, along 2 years full-time (reduced one-year track available to with a clear motivation backed up by the requested those eligible) documents. Start date October Advantages of the Master of Statistics: Epidemiol- Learning method ogy and Public Health Methodology Lectures, compulsory reading, laboratories, problem- The specialisation Epidemiology & Public Health Methodol- based learning, group and individual projects ogy offers a professionally-oriented programme with em- Assessment method phasis on epidemiology, modeling of infectious diseases Written exams, projects, essays, presentations, skills tests and microbial risk assessment. Reduced track Individual (reduced) programmes are possible. You are Epidemiology and Public Health Methodology: the free to combine courses from different specializations right choice for you? to create your own profile. Length reduction is pos- As well as the standard admission requirements (see page sible based on sufficient prior graduate-level training. 32) you should: Requests for an individualized programme and any ap- • hold an academic bachelor degree obtained from a plications for exemptions should be formally submitted Belgian university, in mathematics, physics, computer to the Examination Board, along with a clear motivation sciences, chemistry, biology, life sciences, (bio, busi- supported by the required documents. ness, civil) -engineering to be directly admitted. • hold a bachelor degree in mathematics, physics,

16 What are your career prospects?

computer sciences, chemistry, biology, life sciences, What are your career prospects? (bio, business, civil) engineering, medicine, sociology, psychology, artificial intelligence, biotechnology from other universities, with a basic but sufficiently strong background in mathematics and statistics.

The Examination Board of the programme will evaluate each application individually as regards the applicant’s academic record. Depending on the diploma obtained previously, stu- dents may have to enrol for a preparatory programme.

Course outline www.uhasselt.be/en Over the years graduates have found positions in: www.uhasselt.be/studyguide • public health institutes

• food safety agencies Further information Website: www.uhasselt.be/master-of-statistics • epidemiology departments Programme director and coordinator for Epide- miology and Public Health Methodology: • government Prof. Dr Marc Aerts E-mail: [email protected] • academia (PhD) Programme manager: Mrs. Martine Machiels E-mail: [email protected] • ...

17 MASTER OF SCIENCE IN STATISTICS BY DISTANCE LEARNING

Fast facts Programme Master of Statistics Distance Learning Specialisation Biostatistics (BIOSTAT) Bioinformatics (BIOINF) Epidemiology and Public Health Methodology (EPI) Duration 2 years full-time year 1: full-time 60 credits programme available from 2015-2016 onwards year 2: 30 credits in 2016-2017 year 2: full-time 60 credits programme available in 2017-2018 Start date October Learning method Depending on the chosen specialisation, courses can consist of the following learning methods: web lectures, compulsory reading, computer practice, problem-based learning, laboratories, group and individual projects. Assessment method Depending on the chosen specialisation, courses can consist of the following assessment methods: writ- ten exams, projects, essays, presentations, skills test. Compulsory examination will be held on campus in the months of January and June. Reduced track Individual (reduced) programmes are possible. You are free to combine courses from different specialisations to create your own profile. Length reduction is possible based on sufficient prior graduate-level training. Re- quests for an individualised programme and any appli- cations for exemptions should be formally submitted to the Examination Board, along with a clear motivation supported by the required documents.

Further information Website: www.uhasselt.be/master-of-statistics Course outline: www.uhasselt.be/en www.uhasselt.be/studyguide/ Programme director: Prof. Dr Marc Aerts ([email protected]) Coordinators for the specialisations: - Biostatistics: Prof. Dr Geert Molenberghs ([email protected]) - Bioinformatics: Prof. Dr Tomasz Burzykowski ([email protected]) - Epidemiology and Public Health Methodology: Prof. Dr Marc Aerts ([email protected]) Programme manager: Mrs. Martine Machiels ([email protected]) Programme coordinator: Ms. Tina Stoquart ([email protected])

18 What are your career prospects?

Advantages of the Master of Statistics BIOSTAT: In the specialisation Biostatistics, sound training in modern statistical methodology, necessary for the design and analysis of biomedical and epidemiological studies, is provid- ed. Core biostatistics courses are Longitudinal Data Analysis, Survival Analysis, and Clinical Trials. The specialisation in Bio- statistics has a strong research orientation.

BIOINF: The rapid evolution in scientific research in genom- ics and proteomics continuously requires new knowledge and skills. Besides a working knowledge of molecular biology, there is the need for a specialised knowledge of, and applied Over the years, BIOSTAT graduates have found positions in: skills in database management, computer programming, sta- • biomedical research institutes tistical techniques and knowledge discovery & integration. • the pharmaceutical industry The Master of Statistics: Bioinformatics prepares graduates in • government such a way that they: • healthcare • are able to design and analyse experiments aimed • academia (PhD) at obtaining genomic and proteomic data. • ... • possess the necessary knowledge and skills to de- velop, understand and create bioinformatics software “This programme ensures a promising and tools and databases. successful career.” Samuel Iddi, Ghana • become self-assured, independent and assertive professionals for whom analysing an issue, structur- Over the years, BIOINF graduates have found positions in: ing information, working in international and multidis- • biomedical research institutes ciplinary teams, conducting and chairing discussions • biotech & pharma industry and presenting ideas have become second nature. • academia (PhD) • ... EPI: The specialisation Epidemiology & Public Health Meth- odology offers a professionally-oriented programme with em- “ Specialising in bioinformatics at Hasselt phasis on epidemiology, modelling of infectious diseases and University has changed my professional life. The content of our courses was always rich, microbial risk assessment. we combined individual and group work and the experience we got through practice Master of Statistics: the right choice for you? was huge.” Tatsiana Khamiakova, Belarus As well as the standard admission requirements (see page 32) you should: • hold an academic bachelor degree obtained from a Over the years, EPI graduates have found positions in: Belgian university, in mathematics, physics, computer • public health institutes sciences, chemistry, biology, life sciences, (bio, busi- • food safety agencies ness, civil) - engineering to be directly admitted. • epidemiology departments • hold a bachelor degree in mathematics, physics, • government computer sciences, chemistry, biology, life sciences, • academia (PhD) (bio, business, civil) -engineering, medicine, sociology, • ... psychology, artificial intelligence, biotechnology from other universities, with a basic but sufficiently strong “This specialisation at Hasselt University background in mathematics and statistics. gives you the confidence to deal with real The programme’s Examination Board will evaluate each appli- life statistical problems and gives you the opportunity to be taught by some of the best cation individually as regards the applicant’s academic record. professors of statistics in the world.” Depending on the diploma obtained previously, students may Abel Tilahun, Ethiopia have to enrol in a preparatory programme.

19 MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MANAGEMENT

(FACULTY OF BUSINESS ECONOMICS)

The Master of Management is an international one-year master programme (in English) that prepares students for a career in dynamic, international business environments. The programme focuses on confronting students with challenging strategic business problems to familiarise them with all major aspects of a business. The programme is tailored at bachelor and master graduates who aim to widen their scope of international management as well as to deepen their knowledge of and capabilities in Business Process Management (BMP) or International Marketing Strategy (IMS) – two specialisation tracks of the programme. The programme does not only apply to (business) economics students but also to university graduates in non-economic subject areas, such as engineers, lawyers, psychologists...

Master of Management: specialisation Business Process Management The major Business Process Management (BPM) focuses on the managerial and corporate role of information and informa- tion systems and technologies in the corporate world, with an emphasis on business processes. The programme addresses the way in which particular opportunities and threats in this context should be managed and governed. Graduates gain insight into the interaction between data, processes, informa- tion systems, and the way new information technologies cre- ate new opportunities for cross-functional business process- es. Graduates are trained to analyse problems and to reflect critically on situations by offering a broad set of methodolo- gies and techniques to apply in a process context. Eventually, graduates learn to understand how information systems and technology can support and fuel strategy making, innovation, and new business models in an international context. Fast facts Programme Master of Management: International master programme specialisation International Marketing Strategy Master of Management The major International Marketing Strategy (IMS) focuses Specialisation on business and marketing strategies in an international Business Process Management environment. Complementary to a more general marketing International Marketing Strategy perspective, this specialisation digs deeper into marketing Duration strategies, processes and the relationships between or- Master: 1 year full-time = 60 ECTS credits ganisations with an emphasis on the business-to-business Preparatory programme = 36 ECTS context. This major confronts graduates with challenging Start date strategic business problems in the marketing domain in September interaction with other functions such as business strategy Language and innovation management. IMS also trains students in English analysing these problems by offering a broad set of ana- Learning method lytical tools and knowledge with respect to the usefulness A combination of lectures, case studies & practical of these tools in different contexts, eventually to generate applications in the field of management high-level contributions to ongoing business modelling in Assessment method an international context. Master’s dissertation, papers and exams

20 “The university and course facilitators strive to bring practical experience into the academic environment through both discussion topics and lectures and they encourage the sharing of professional experiences among their students.” Sofian A. Kassaymeh, Jordan

Advantages of the Master of Management The Master of Management programme should enable The Master of Management programme aims to develop students to assume high-potential middle management the following competences: functions, especially in the context of dynamic international • to identify, define and solve economic and managerial markets. Participating students come from different coun- problems in an expert manner; tries around the world and as a consequence all courses • to apply theoretical knowledge and problem-solving are taught in English. methods and techniques in a flexible and creative way; • to evaluate the available information in order to arrive at Course outline well-grounded solutions; www.uhasselt.be/en • to assess the feasibility of solutions in a multicultural www.uhasselt.be/studyguide context; • to demonstrate communication skills which are appro- priate to implement decisions; • to make active contributions to the development of team projects. Furthermore students have to acquire the learning com- petences and learning attitudes that enable them to take part in autonomous and lifelong learning. They can critically evaluate their own cognitive, affective, social, moral and ethical learning processes. What are your career prospects? Master of Management: the right choice for you? Hasselt University will assess students individually on the basis of their previous academic record and qualifications. General requirements imply diploma requirements and lan- guage requirements. The Examination Board of the pro- gramme evaluates each application individually with regard to the applicant’s academic record.

All applicants should hold at least a university diploma or a diploma of higher education equivalent to a bachelor de- gree in economic or applied economic sciences, commer- cial and business sciences or equivalents of these degrees.

Depending on previous qualifications, you may have to complete a preparatory programme. Hasselt University offers a preparatory programme for students with a non- This programme enables students to function optimally economic academic degree (bachelor or master) – ½ year within organisations and to assume management func- full time. tions. Competences such as project team work, creative business problem solving and management reporting will be developed. Alumni occupy prominent functions in companies all around the world. They testify to the dyna- mism of our high level training. Graduates with the spe- Further information cialisation BPM become ICT consultants or ICT project Website: managers. Graduates with the specialisation IMS take www.uhasselt.be/master-of-management up marketing management functions mainly in high-tech Programme coordinator: Mrs Rachel Moreau multinational firms. E-mail: [email protected]

21 MASTER OF SCIENCE IN TRANSPORTATION SCIENCES

(SCHOOL FOR TRANSPORTATION SCIENCES)

A modern and international transport system is important for moving people, goods and information in a regional, national and international context. Moreover it is connected to economic growth. A continuous increase in traffic volumes (passenger transport as well as freight forwarding transport) leads to major challenges concerning land use, impact on urban areas, traffic safety issues, traffic flow, atmospheric pollution and travel behaviour. The international Master of Transportation Sciences of Hasselt University is a multidisciplinary two-year programme. It trains students and practitioners to identify transportation and traffic safety problems and to come up with solutions, taking into account several aspects: economic, social, urban planning, environmental and infrastructural. Several transport and traffic safety issues are thus highlighted in an overall multidisciplinary perspective. Since transportation is a cross-border field, we also focus on the international aspects related to this domain.

Students can choose between two specialisations: Mobility Management or Traffic Safety.

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN TRANSPORTATION SCIENCES ON-CAMPUS

Fast facts Degree Master of Transportation Sciences Degree awarded by Hasselt University (Belgium). Programme Master of Transportation Sciences Specialisations Mobility Management Traffic Safety Duration 2 years full-time Start date September Application deadline - Non EEA students: 1st May - EEA students: 1st September Learning method A combination of (guest) lectures, research projects, as- signments (papers and presentations), study visits and (international) internship Assessment method Written and oral exams, final papers, master’s disserta- tion, group participation, 100% attendance

22 “The Master in Transportation Sciences at Hasselt University is the only programme in Europe which is able to provide a multidisciplinary approach to the understanding of the complexity and further development of transport issues” Alessio Sitran, Italy

What are your career prospects?

Advantages of the Master of Transportation Sciences The Master of Transportation Sciences at Hasselt University is unique in that: • it is a multidisciplinary master programme incorpo- rating economic, social, urban planning, environmental and infrastructural aspects. • it takes sustainable development into account. • it focuses on transportation, as well as on traffic safe- Graduates are employed in different positions in ty in an international context. various organisations: • it includes excursions and a study visit abroad during which students learn about and see current best prac- - federal and local government bodies (e.g. drawing up tices in solving transport problems in different countries. and implementing mobility plans) • students and practitioners from different countries exchange information about transport and traffic safety - consultancies (e.g. identifying and tackling dangerous problems, solutions and strategies. locations) • a full semester is dedicated to doing an internship to gain professional experience. - (public) transport companies (e.g. studying the im- pact of price changes of rail tickets or public trans- Master of Transportation Sciences: the right choice port supply) for you? All applicants should hold at least a university degree or - medium-sized and large companies (e.g. drawing up a degree of higher education equivalent to a (academic) and implementing company transport plans or deter- bachelor degree. Depending on the degree you obtained mining the location of companies, taking into account previously, you may have to do a link or preparatory pro- its accessibility by various transport means) gramme at the start of your master programme. This can be combined with the master programme. - insurance companies (e.g. Determining insurance rates in function of risk factors for various target Course outline groups (sex, age, ...) www.uhasselt.be/mts www.uhasselt.be/studyguide - interest groups (e.g. drawing up and tailoring sensiti- sation campaigns and educational material)

Further information - research institutes (e.g. researching new mobility sys- Website: http://www.uhasselt.be/mts tems such as light rail, electronic cars and bikes; evo- Programme coordinator: Prof. Dr Elke Hermans lution of traffic and travel behaviour; impact of round- E-mail: [email protected] abouts on road safety, etc.)

23 MASTER OF SCIENCE IN TRANSPORTATION SCIENCES BY DISTANCE LEARNING

Fast facts Degree Master of Transportation Sciences Degree awarded by Hasselt University (Belgium). If students do not com- plete the full programme, they receive a certificate per completed course. Programme Master of Transportation Sciences by distance learning Specialisations Mobility Management Traffic Safety Duration 3.5 years part-time including the preparatory programme Start date September Application deadline 1st September Learning method A combination of (guest) lectures, research projects, as- signments (papers and presentations), study visits, (in- ternational) internship, e-learning platform and private study Assessment method Written and oral exams, final papers, master’s disserta- tion, attendance during the residential blocks Planning Maximum three course units per semester

Advantages of the Master of Transportation Master of Transportation Science, by distance Sciences by distance learning learning: the right choice for you? The Master of Transportation Sciences at Hasselt University We welcome students, employers and career-minded indi- is unique in that: viduals, working in the field of traffic (safety) and transporta- • The programme is organised in concentrated residen- tion. Practitioners, who want to earn a specialised quali- tial blocks and can be completed at your own pace in fication and broaden/update their knowledge and work combination with work and/or family life. The standard experience in respect of the rapidly changing transportation study track takes about 3.5 years, including a prepara- field, are our target group. tory programme, internship and master’s thesis. • Experienced professionals from different fields and All applicants should hold at least a university degree or countries exchange information about transport and a degree of higher education equivalent to a (academic) traffic safety problems, solutions and strategies. bachelor degree. The Examination Board will consider the • A full semester is dedicated to an internship. The in- applications individually. Depending on the degree you ob- ternship can be carried out at your place of employ- tained previously, you may have to do a link or preparatory ment so you will already benefit from your studies in programme at the start of your master programme. This practice while still earning your degree. can be combined with the master programme.

24 “The Master of Transportation Sciences is a well- balanced study course: covering all modes of transport, from walking to rail, both passenger and freight, theory and practice. While staying on the job, it qualified me to take the next step in my career in the field of mobility. And, even more important, I feel well prepared due to the studies!” Christian Weirich, Germany

Organisational aspects Course outline • The course units are organised according to a www.uhasselt.be/mts-distance-learning two-yearly cyclic schedule. www.uhasselt.be/studyguide • To gain the master degree you must successfully pass the general and specialisation courses, an intern- ship and the master’s dissertation, accumulating 120 credit points (ECTS). • To gain course certificates you must successfully pass one or more course units. • Each semester, students have to attend a one-week residential block. Attendance of the residential block is compulsory in order to be able to take part in the exams Further information of the course(s). The residential block is scheduled at Website: http://www.uhasselt.be/mts the beginning of each semester. Before the start of each Programme coordinator: Prof. Dr Elke Hermans residential block, students will receive detailed informa- E-mail: [email protected] tion about the programme.

25 MASTER OF SCIENCE IN BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES

(FACULTY OF MEDICINE AND LIFE SCIENCES)

The 21st century started as the century of molecular life sciences. Various breakthroughs, including the mapping of the human genome, are leading to the rapid development of inter-relationships between formerly autonomous scientific dis- ciplines such as genetics, medicine, pharmacology, biology, and environmental science. This creates new prospects for the academic and business worlds. The Master of Biomedical Sciences focuses on new scientific knowledge in the field of molecular life sciences and on the application of this knowledge, e.g. for prevention, diagnosis and therapy. The master programme integrates teaching and training within the scope of cross-border molecular biomedical research and the op- portunity for students to participate in this on-going research.

Students can choose between three specialisations (offering courses in English):Clinical Molecular Sciences, Environmen- tal Health Sciences, Bioelectronics and Nanotechnology.

Fast facts Programme Option Master of Biomedical Sciences Students exchange during 2nd semester in year 1 and Specialisations Master’s project (Senior practical training) and disserta- Clinical Molecular Sciences, Environmental Health Sci- tion in year 2 in the framework of the ERASMUS pro- ences, Bioelectronics and Nanotechnology gramme of the European Union. Duration 2 years full-time Start date September Learning method Lectures, assignments, ‘guided self study’ focusing on recent publications in leading scientific journals (journal clubs) and laboratory training

26 “The master years were very exciting because of the important challenges of linking theoretical lessons to related practical experiences. Our first experience with conferences and our participation in social and environmental debates broadened our scientific view and helped us to become critical, enthusiastic scientists.” An-Sofie Stevens and Sofie Thijs, Belgium

Clinical Molecular Sciences What are your career prospects? This unique master degree programme focuses on state- of-the-art methodology, knowledge, insight and academic skills enabling graduates to unravel the molecular mecha- nisms of health and disease as independent researchers. The central themes of this specialisation are molecular mechanisms of disease and molecular diagnostics and therapy in disease, e.g. immunological diseases, cardiol- ogy, neurology, oncology. This programme is jointly organ- ised with Maastricht University.

Clinical Molecular Sciences: the right choice for you? The master programme targets: • graduates holding at least a university diploma (or equivalent) in biomedical sciences, biology, medicine or chemistry at the start of the master programme. Applicants with a different educational background should contact the coordinator for specific regulations.

Course outline - Fundamental and applied research at universities, www.uhasselt.be/en hospitals, research centres www.uhasselt.be/studyguide - Government authorities and centres focusing on pub- lic health, genetics, and public relations agencies

- Research and development in pharmaceutical and Further information: biotechnology industries Website: www.uhasselt.be/clinical-molecular-sciences - PhD programmes in scientific and biomedical disci- Programme coordinator: plines Prof. Dr Jerome Hendriks Email: [email protected] - Education

27 “During the master programme, I studied a wide range of scientific domains and associated techniques. Furthermore, we looked critically at scientific publications. These two factors were of overriding importance in getting my current job as GLP auditor at Johnson & Johnson, Janssen Pharmaceutica NV. My responsibility is the evaluation and design of a whole range of pharmaceutical studies.” Raf Vandeweyer – Johnson & Johnson, Beerse (Belgium)

Environmental Health Sciences

This unique specialisation focuses on the novel and inter- small doses, and conversely an ordinarily harmless sub- disciplinary scientific domain of toxicology, molecular biol- stance can be deadly if over-consumed. ogy and epidemiology. Around 1520, Paracelsus stated: Paracelsus, 1493-1541 “All things are poison and nothing is without poison, only the dose permits something not to be poisonous.” That is The specialisation Environmental Health Sciences focuses to say, substances considered toxic might be harmless in on three main approaches used in risk assessment: mo- lecular and human biology, toxicology (science of poisons) and epidemiology (the science of public health). Topics that will also be addressed include global change and health, What are your career prospects? occupational health, gene-environment interactions and in- ternational policy regulations.

The aim of this specialisation is to achieve an understand- ing of the mechanisms of interaction between humans and their environment. The central theme of this curriculum is therefore to study the complex interactions between the genetic make-up of individual and environmental factors present in either food or environmental compartments that may have an impact on human health. This programme is offered at Hasselt University with input from Maastricht Uni- versity.

Environment & health: the right choice for you? The master programme targets: • graduates holding at least a university diploma (or - Fundamental and applied research at universities, hos- equivalent) in biomedical sciences, biology, medicine or pitals, research centres chemistry at the start of the master programme. Applicants with a different educational background should - Government authorities and centres focusing on public contact the coordinator for specific regulations. health and environmental conservation. Course outline - Food safety agencies www.uhasselt.be/en www.uhasselt.be/studyguide - Research and development in companies specialised in pharmaceutics, diagnostics and environmental health science Further information - PhD programmes in scientific and biomedical disci- Website: plines www.uhasselt.be/environmental-health-sciences Programme coordinator: Prof. Dr Tim Nawrot - Education E-mail: [email protected]

28 “The specialisation of Environmental Health Sciences was a perfect way to increase knowledge in gene-environment interactions. In addition students have free access to a wide range of research topics at Hasselt University and Maastricht University.” Sharareh Hosseinzadeh – Master student of Toronto (Canada)

Bioelectronics & Nanotechnology

This unique specialisation focuses on a novel and interdisci- Bioelectronics & Nanotechnology: the right choice plinary scientific domain at the boundaries between physics, for you? chemistry, electronics and biomedical sciences. The master programme targets: Fifty years ago, shortly after J. Watson and F. Crick suc- • graduates holding at least a university diploma (or cessfully solved the structure of DNA using X-ray diffraction, equivalent) in biomedical sciences, biology, medicine or R. Feynman made his visionary statement: “There’s plenty chemistry at the start of the master programme. of room at the bottom”, with which he effectively heralded Applicants with a different educational background should the new era of nanosciences. Since that time, research into contact the coordinator for specific regulations. ‘functional’ molecules and nanomaterials has developed into one of the most important scientific disciplines of today. This Course outline is triggered by the fact that a broad range of nanoscopic www.uhasselt.be/en techniques has become available to study molecules directly www.uhasselt.be/studyguide at their own length scale and to understand their complex properties.

This master programme offers a strong foundation in all fun- What are your career prospects? damental scientific aspects and provides, in addition, an in depth introduction into several important application areas. Topics range from integrated detection and characterisa- tion techniques for molecules (biosensors) to the nanoscale engineering of implant materials, drug delivery materials and bioimaging agents and the working principles of medical de- vices like neurochips and pacemakers.

The curriculum of this programme was jointly developed by physicists, chemists, clinical and biomedical researchers and engineers specialised in medical instrumentation. The pro- gramme ensures therefore a broad overview of the domain of bioelectronics and nanotechnology and enables gradu- ates to develop their individual skills for a successful career in interdisciplinary research- and development environments. - Applied and fundamental research at universities, hos- pitals and research centres This programme is offered at Hasselt University with input from Maastricht University. - Research and development in companies specialised in pharmaceutics, diagnostics, biotechnology, and medical engineering Further information Website: - Government authorities and centres focusing on public www.uhasselt.be/bioelectronics-and-nanotechnology health, environmental conservation, genetics, and in- Programme coordinator: Prof. Dr Thomas Junkers formation services and Dr Anitha Ethirajan E-mail: [email protected] - PhD programmes in scientific and biomedical disci- [email protected] plines

29 MASTER OF SCIENCE IN INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE

(FACULTY OF ARCHITECTURE AND ARTS)

The Master of Science in Interior Architecture is an innovative international one-year master’s programme (in English) with a strong focus on adaptive reuse.

Adaptive reuse It is safe to assume that (interior) architects will have to deal increasingly with the transformation and adaptation of the built environment. Today, the role of architecture is being re-defined due to demographic, economic and ecological challenges. Transition and reuse take centre stage in the practice and theory of the profession. This academic master’s programme is innovative as it considers preservation through the act of adaptive reuse instead of mere conservation and restoration. Rather than relying on an archaeological perspective, it emphasises a designerly approach as to give new and unexpected energy to buildings. Therefore, the programme seeks to train students who explore and activate the rich potential of exist- ing sites through design supported by research and theory.

Ideally positioned in a region full of historical sites with various identities (cultural, artistic, religious and industrial), the faculty is in close geographic proximity to a rich laboratory of potential cases that span 600 years. Students are taught to conceive of these sites as palimpsests rather than monuments. Subsequently, they are encouraged to explore the beauty, memory, hidden qualities and broader potentialities of the sites handed down by our predecessors. Finally, the master’s programme departs from the conventional understanding of the ‘interior’ as a quantifiable spatial category by underlining its richer ar- tistic and ethical dimensions as Public Interior.

Fast facts cases to study are available at close distance. Programme • The theory module introduces students to the emerging International master programme frame of reference related to adaptive reuse by studying Master of Science in Interior Architecture relevant texts and recent case studies. It also offers rel- Specialization evant historical knowledge regarding the function of interi- Adaptive reuse ors, their spatial, ornamental and conceptual potential. Duration • The master’s project and thesis conclude the pro- Master: 1 year full-time = 60 ECTS credits gramme, consisting in a personal and original work of Preparatory programme (if applicable): 39 ECTS – 48 design on an existing building and its surroundings. ECTS credits Strong links with academic research: Start date • The programme is strongly embedded in the ongoing September research on adaptive reuse taking place at the Faculty Language of Architecture and Arts. International students are ac- English tively involved in this research. Learning method • Ongoing and finished doctoral research on adaptive Three major components: design studio, theory module reuse deals with very diverse typologies such as mining and master thesis/ project sites, monasteries and churches, as well as post-war Assessment method detached houses. Design studio jury, master’s dissertation, papers and exams • More generally, the research conducted at our faculty centres around architecture, interior architecture and vi- Advantages of the Master of Science in Interior Ar- sual arts. The faculty is a partner of PXL-MAD, a school chitecture of art that offers international master’s programmes in A strong and coherent programme: Object & Jewellery, Art Sense(s) Lab and Reading Type • The design studio focuses on the study, transformation & Typography. and adaptation of existing buildings and sites. During this Strong, international teaching staff and lecturers: process, there is considerable attention paid to heritage • Coordinators: Rob Cuyvers (Dean, UHasselt), An value, atmospheric qualities, construction details, and Fonteyne (Design Studio, noArchitecten), Christoph spatial characteristics that constitute the unique charac- Grafe (Theory Module, Universität Wuppertal), Koen- ter of existing buildings. Thanks to the strategic situation raad Van Cleempoel (Master’s programme, UHasselt) of the faculty in a region packed with heritage, numerous • Faculty staff: Saidja Heynickx, Vlad Ionescu,

30 Bie Plevoets, Maria Segantini, Nikolaas Vande Keere, Course outline Koen Van Synghel www.uhasselt.be/en • Guest lecturers: Karl Otto Ellefsen (AHO, Oslo), El- www.uhasselt.be/studyguide len Klingenberg (KHiO, Oslo), Freek Persyn (51N4E, Brussels), Mark Pimlot (TUDelft & London), Gena- ro Postiglione (Politecnico di Milano), Emilio Tuñón Further information: (Mansilla+Tuñón Arquitectos, Madrid), Raphael van Website: www.uhasselt.be/Master-of-interior- Amerongen (vh Merckx & Girod, Amsterdam), … architecture-adaptive-reuse Programme coordinator: Master of Science in Interior Architecture: the right Prof. Dr Koenraad Van Cleempoel choice for you? Email: [email protected] Hasselt University will assess students individually on the basis of their previous academic record and qualifications. General requirements imply diploma requirements and lan- guage requirements. The Examination Board of the pro- gramme evaluates each application individually with regard What are your career prospects? to the applicant’s academic record. Depending on previous qualifications, you may have to complete a preparatory or bridging programme.

Holders of (at least) an academic bachelor’s degree in Interior Architecture are admitted directly.

Admitted conditionally: • Holders of a foreign degree that is equivalent to a Flemish degree in Interior Architecture and that has been awarded after at least 180 ECTS credits (or three years of full-time study) at a university or institute of higher education. • Applicants holding a foreign academic bachelor’s or In an international context, academic master pro- master’s degree in Architecture can apply but might grammes in interior architecture are rare. Nevertheless, have to complete a preparatory programme that is tai- the wide field of Interior Architecture offers a lot of job lored to their specific background before they can be opportunities, and a unique specialization in adaptive re- admitted to the master’s programme. use is a competitive advantage in modern society: Admitted conditionally via a preparation or bridging • Independent interior architect programme: • Interior architect as part of a design- or research • Applicants holding a Flemish academic bachelor’s or team master’s degree in Architecture will have to complete • Interior architect in the construction industry, or a preparation programme which consists of 39 ECTS in business and sales credits maximum. Finally, a holders of a master’s degree can pursue a re- • Holders of a non-academic bachelor degree in Inte- search career (PhD researcher or scientific co-worker) rior Architecture will have to complete a preparation or in the rapidly expanding field of interior architecture and bridging programme which consists of 48 ECTS credits adaptive reuse. maximum.

31 ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Hasselt University applies the same policy to its international Diploma requirements students as to its Belgian students, though there are some Students should hold at least a university diploma or degree additional requirements. Hasselt University will assess certificate or a diploma of higher education equivalent to a students individually on the basis of their previous academic bachelor degree (180 ECTS credits). The Examination Board record and qualifications. General requirements imply of the programme evaluates each application individually diploma requirements and language requirements. Specific with regard to the applicant’s academic record. Depending admission requirements were mentioned in the programme on previous qualifications, you may have to complete a pre- overview (supra). paratory programme during the first term of the first master year. This can be combined with the master programme.

32 • a TOEFL score report (paper-based: score 550 or more, computer-based: score 213 or more, internet- based: score 79-80). • IELTS certificate (overall band score 6.0) (Except for Master of Management: overall band score 6.5). The English Language Test can be waived on the basis of an interview or if English language proficiency is proven otherwise (e.g. if education or part of it was in English or if English is a national language in your home country). Except for the Master of Management, a TOEFL score report or IELTS certificate is required.

How to enrol? Online pre-registration is compulsory. The Examination Board will only consider duly completed application files. The application file consists of the following items: 1 duly completed application form: www.uhasselt.be/applicationForm 2 a photocopy of the obtained diplomas or degree certificates in the original language. 3 a recent passport photograph. 4 translation of university diploma(s) in English by an official translator. 5 certified translated transcripts of the original records for all programmes completed at university level. The uni- versity of origin should provide the transcript of records and a statement in English which explains how the assessment marks assigned are to be converted into the standardised US-system or EU-standard ECTS- system. The translation of the transcript of records in English must be done by an official translator. 6 English-language skills need to be confirmed (see language requirements).

After finalising the online pre-registration, you are required to send a hard copy of legalised certificates and transcripts of records. Only after receiving the hard copies will your file be processed.

EEA-students Non-EEA-students 1st of September 1st of February for Master of Statistics 1st of May for all other master programmes

Applicants who are admitted to the programme, will first re- Language requirements ceive a confirmation of admission to Hasselt University by Candidates who wish to register in an English language e-mail, along with a request for payment of tuition fee and if master programme have to demonstrate a good command necessary health insurance fee. After receipt of payment of of English, both written and spoken. English language skills the tuition fee (and insurance fee) candidates will receive con- need to be confirmed by a recent score on the Test of firmation of receipt of payment, a digital version of the letter of English as Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International admission and an admission package containing practical in- English Language Testing System (IELTS) or any recognised formation (housing, living costs …) by e-mail. A formal letter of proficiency test. admission will also be sent by post to the address given in the online application. Before the start of the academic year (typi- cally beginning of September) further information about the orientation programme will be sent by e-mail to all candidates. 33 FINANCIAL ASPECTS

Programme TUITION FEE/YEAR* Master of Science in Statistics € 1984,00 Master of Science in Transportation Sciences € 890,00 Master of Science in Management € 890,00 Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences € 1984,00 Master of Sciences in Interior Architecture € 890,00

*These tuition fees are valid for 60 ECTS credits. A full-time programme of one year is equal to 60 ECTS credits. Please note: tuition fees are reviewed annually. You are strongly advised to visit our website for the most up-to-date tuition fee information (www.uhasselt.be/International-master-students).

For non-EEA-students different tuition fees may apply. Payment Please visit our website for more information. Reduced reg- Applicants, who are admitted to the programme by the istration fees are possible for students from some developing Examination Board, will be asked to confirm their applica- countries within the framework of a co-operation between tion and to pay the tuition fee. Registration of international universities or other institutions. students is only possible after payment of the tuition fee, augmented with the premium for health insurance (only for Special registration category (fixed fee PhD or doctorate): non- EEA-students). Payment in cash or by credit card is € 445 in the first year of registration and in the year of de- not possible. The registration is suspended until the student fence, no fee for in-between years. has paid all outstanding registration fees.

Health insurance Living expenses (including Civil Liability and Repatriation) Living standards are quite high in Belgium. Therefore all in- Covering the full period of stay in Belgium, starting on the ternational students and guests of Hasselt University are day of arrival, health insurance is compulsory for all non- advised to make sure that they have the financial means EEA-students. The premium amounts to € 367 for 12 for a stay in Belgium, before they leave their home country. months. The premium for health insurance must be paid together with the tuition fee. € 300 will need to be paid Please note that the amounts may change yearly and may to Hasselt University and € 67 will need to be paid to CM vary according to your personal needs. If your partner or (health insurance organisation). family members will come along to Hasselt, the extra costs need to be calculated as well.

Cost Type Costs in EURO (€) Accommodation On average € 265/month Please note that the utilities costs (water, electricity, internet, etc.) are not always included in the rent. Tuition fee See table above Health insurance (compulsory for non-EEA-students) € 367/year (12 months) Course materials On average € 650 Warm meal in the student restaurant at the campus On average between € 3,65 and €5,50/meal

More information on: www.uhasselt.be/en, for pre-registration: www.uhasselt.be/applicationForm

34 RESEARCH & INNOVATION

35 RESEARCH

To take a leading role in scientific research, Hasselt University focuses on a well selected set of research areas. This so-called spearhead approach, in combination with a good network strategy, puts Hasselt University on the international scientific map.

Spearhead approach Young researchers The spearhead policy implies that large parts of the Through doctoral research, young national and international university’s financial resources for research are used ina researchers get the opportunity to broaden their scientific limited number of target areas. These research activities are horizon. A crucial task of the university is the scientific embedded in the research institutes: they carry out high- training of young researchers. Besides scientific training, quality interdisciplinary research that meets international young researchers also need to develop skills that are standards. The complete research spectrum is covered: valued outside their research domain. More specifically, from fundamental over strategic basic research to they need to learn how to organise, network, collaborate, applications and valorisation. coordinate, start projects, apply for funding, write and present their research, etc. At Hasselt University, training Network strategy to develop these more general skills is organised within the The quality of research at Hasselt University also benefits three doctoral schools: Doctoral School of Behavioural from the extensive research network that the university Sciences & Humanities, Doctoral School for Medicine & Life has developed. Research innovation is based on an open Sciences and Doctoral School of Sciences & Technology. and international dialogue with other scientific key players. International collaboration is essential for the quality of the As mentioned above, our research on well-chosen research output and contributes to the optimisation of spearhead fields is organised in six research institutes. A the research process. Hasselt University is a partner in a short introduction to these institutes is given on the next variety of Flemish, Belgian, European and international pages. The figure below, gives a total overview of the research projects. research at Hasselt University, the research institutes, doctoral schools and the research groups (that are not embedded in a institute).

FACULTY Medicine & Sciences Engineering School for Business Law Architecture & Life Sciences Technology Transportation Economics Arts Sciences

EDUCATION • Medicine • Biology • Industrial • Transportation • Business • Law • Architecture Sciences Sciences Economics • Biomedical • Chemistry • Interior • Business Sciences Engineering Architecture • Physics • Rehabilitation • Business and Sciences & • Information Sciences Information Systems Physiotherapy Engineering • Statistics • Master of Management • Mathematics • Business Administration

DOCTORAL • Medicine & • Sciences & Technology • Behavioural Sciences & Humanities SCHOOL Life Sciences

RESEARCH • Biomedical • Center for • Construction • Transportation • • Center for • Architecture Research Institute Environmental Engineering Research Institute goverance Government and & Interior (BIOMED) Sciences (CMK) (IMOB) Law Architecture • Electronical • (Open) • Limburg Clinical • Center for Statistics & Mechanical innovation • Media, Arts and Research (CenStat) Applied Physics Design Programme • Logistics • Expertise Center for • Packaging • Rehabilitation Digital Media (EDM) Technology • Cleantech Sciences & Center economics Physiotherapy • Institute for Materials Research • Nuclear • Economics (IMO) Technology of law and Center administration

36 Biomedical Research Institute (BIOMED) BIOMED is a multidisciplinary institute where fundamental and applied scientific research is conducted in the domain of (biomedical) life sciences. BIOMED research focuses on molecular and cellular disease processes in the field ofimmunology , neurosciences and cardiology and the translation to the patient (from bench to bedside). Three additional cross-sectional domains, namely Bio-imaging, Biomarkers and Rehabilitation, will help to reach the translational ambition. Website: www.uhasselt.be/BIOMED-en

Center for Statistics (CenStat) CenStat encompasses research, education and consul- tancy in mathematical statistics, biostatistics, statistical bioinformatics, epidemiology and public health method- ology. Research topics include longitudinal data analysis, clustered/hierarchical data, multivariate methods, missing data, censored data, clinical trials, surrogate endpoints, models for infectious diseases, methods for genomics and proteomics, etc. Of particular importance is the institute’s involvement in the Master of Statistics programme, with specialties in bio- statistics, statistical bioinformatics, and epidemiology and public health methodology. The programme consists of both an on campus and a distance learning version. Besides research and education, CenStat also offers statis- tical advice and support, either short or long term, to other academic research groups, industry, and governmental or- ganisations. CenStat is the UHasselt division of I-BioStat (Interuniversity Institute for Biostatistics and statistical Bioinformatics). Website: www.uhasselt.be/censtat

Institute for Materials Research (IMO-IMOMEC) IMO-IMOMEC is a high-tech research centre, founded in 1990, which is active in the fields of materials for electron- ics and nanotechnology. Since 2001, IMO is an associated laboratory of IMEC (imomec). The ambition of the institute is to integrate fundamental, basic and applied research toward valorisation and innovation of materials in advanced appli- cations. Research programmes are pursued in the domains of energy production and storage, sustainability of materials and advanced medical diagnostics. In this context, research is performed on advanced polymeric or organic materials, nanostructured inorganic materials and CVD diamond films. Website: www.uhasselt.be/IMO

37 Expertise Centre for Digital Media (EDM) EDM has been performing fundamental and applied re- search in information and communication technology (ICT) since 1987. Our research focuses on two core competenc- es: ‘Visual Computing’ and ‘Human-Computer Interaction’. EDM’s key objective is to be a leading research institute in human-computer interaction, video-based graphics, multimedia networking and virtual environments. EDM is a partner in iMinds, the Flemish strategic centre for digital re- search and innovation (www.iminds.be). Website: www.uhasselt.be/edm

Centre for Environmental Sciences (CMK) In this institute biologists, biomedical experts, chemists, economists and jurists join forces to develop an interdis- ciplinary scientific approach to study environmental prob- lems and to counsel governmental organisations and in- dustries in environment-related problems. One of the core competences is the study of physiological, biochemical and molecular aspects of environmental toxicity responses in organisms. Also clean technologies (for instance for bio/ phyto-remediation of contaminated soils and (ground-)wa- ter) are a scientific core business for CMK. Moreover, CMK is establishing, together with colleagues from UAntwerp and Regional Landscape Kempen and Maasland, a Field Research Centre situated in the “Hoge Kempen” National Park. The main objectives of the Field Research Centre are threefold: (1) enable high quality international research to benefit and increase the knowledge of “biodiversity” and effects of a changing climate; (2) enable and facilitate ex- Next to the research within the research institutes, change of expertise and experience regarding biodiversity, UHasselt also conducts research in the domains of en- nature conservation and management; (3) provide and of- gineering technology, architecture & arts, economics fer modules for student excursions and training for higher and law. This research is embedded within the facul- education in several disciplines. A general focus will also be ties. on raising awareness and education not only for science students/researchers but also for the general public. Engineering Technology Website: www.uhasselt.be/CMK-en Research topics include construction engineering, engi- neering materials and applications, nucleair technology and Transportation Research Institute (IMOB) packaging technology. The Transportation Research Institute is an independent scientific research institute, associated with Hasselt Univer- Architecture & Arts sity. Its mission is to develop sustainable solutions for issues Research topics include a.o. sustainable construction, life in the fields of transportation behaviour, traffic safety and projects, media, arts & design. tourism. Within the field of transportation behaviour, IMOB closely studies and monitors transportation behaviour and Business Economics uses this information for future predictions, using activity- Research topics include a.o. accountancy and finance, be- based transportation models. Traffic safety research focus- havioural sciences, environmental economics, marketing es on simulator research and risk and evaluation studies. and logistics. Research in the area of tourism focuses on data collection and analysis to compare regions, predict future evolutions Law and evaluate measures to obtain a more sustainable tour- Research topics include a.o. constitutional law, environ- ism. The institute tries to achieve its mission at national and mental and local government. international level by performing fundamental and applied research and by providing training in these domains. Website: www.uhasselt.be/IMOB-EN www.uhasselt.be/research-groups

38 PHD@UHASSELT

Hasselt University annually welcomes close to 480 PhD students. PhD research is conducted in a wide variety of research groups in the faculty of Business Economics, Law, Medicine and Life Sciences, Sciences, Architecture and Art and Engi- neering Technology, and in the school for Transportation Sciences. It leads to one of the doctor degrees below.

• Doctor of Applied Economic Science • Doctor of Sciences: Physics • Doctor of Audio-visual and Visual Art • Doctor of Sciences: Statistics • Doctor of Architecture • Doctor of Transportation Sciences • Doctor of Biomedical Science • Doctor of Tourism • Doctor of Educational Sciences • Doctor of Engineering Technology More information about… • Doctor of Law … UHasselt PhD procedure and funding: • Doctor of Medical Science www.uhasselt.be/PhD • Doctor of Occupational Therapy … UHasselt Doctoral Schools: • Doctor of Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy www.uhasselt.be/PhD-Doctoral-Schools • Doctor of Sciences • Doctor of Sciences: Biology • Doctor of Sciences: Chemistry • Doctor of Sciences: Information Technology More information on: www.uhasselt.be/research • Doctor of Sciences: Mathematics

MAKING RESEARCH WORK

With its excellent research in a number of key areas, Hasselt for an academic researcher. Doctoral Schools are estab- University has a great deal of knowledge to offer. Research- lished to develop research skills and prepare young re- ers are guided and encouraged to introduce their know-how searchers for entrepreneurship. and research results to the industry, government and society. Researchers can also rely on advice on valorisation opportuni- Researchers who want to start a spin-off based on their ties, IP and other aspects of the commercial market. research can be given advice as regards the development of a business concept, the recruitment of commercial part- Cooperation with industry ners and the drawing up of a financial plan. In a world of innovation, valorisation of research is essential. When technology can be transformed into an industrial ap- The Industrial Research Fund (IOF) of Hasselt University fo- plication, Hasselt University can organise tailor-made intro- cuses on the creation of these spin-offs. Projects with a ductions with potential industrial partners. As a researcher, high spin-off potential can count on extra financial support. you can count on advice and guidance in relation to col- laborations with the industry. Networking Hasselt University has an extended regional and interna- Patents tional network of potential industrial partners and key-play- When research evolves into a new idea with high market ers in the innovation network. This supports and promotes potential, the university will look into ways to protect the the output of the Limburg research expertise and facilitates invention and can assist the researcher with patent ap- the options for joint-research and business cooperation. plications. IP sessions are organised to raise researchers’ awareness of the importance and pitfalls of filing patents. Hasselt University manages the patent portfolio of new dis- Technology transfer activities are integrated in the univer- coveries and uncovers market opportunities. sity’s core missions of education and research. Through a successful interaction with the academic community and a Entrepreneurship and spin-offs profound understanding of the needs of the industry, Hasselt Becoming an entrepreneur is not an obvious career switch University can make research work.

More information on: www.uhasselt.be/techtransfer_en

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