Which programmes can you combine?

You can combine your studies with unemployment benefit if you:

  • take classes after 5 pm or on Saturdays
  • enrol for fewer than 27 study points
  • take a programme under an exam contract (regardless of the number of study points)
  • or remain available for employment and take up suitable work offers

 

Exemption to take a full curriculum programme

Are you enrolled with a diploma or credit contract for at least 27 study points (full curriculum) for each academic year? If so, you can only retain your unemployment benefit if you obtain an exemption from availability.

The conditions for obtaining such an exemption vary by region. Depending on where you live, you must contact a different department for employment arbitration.

  • Flanders: VDAB 
  • Brussels-Capital Region: ACTIRIS
  • Wallonia: FOREM 
  • German-speaking community: ADG

More info

Calculate your tuition fee

Have you found your study course, but wonder how much it will cost? Your tuition fees also depend on the type of enrolment contract and the number of credits.

Calculate your study time

Going to lessons, doing assignments, cramming, sitting exams: it takes time to study. Doing your homework beforehand helps you understand what you are getting into.

Your online enrolment

In some areas the student administration for work students differs from that for non-work students. We summarize what you need to consider when enrolling online.