HOGENT

Overview

Also known as University College Ghent, this institution is the largest university college in Flanders, Belgium, established in 1995. Serving approximately 17,000-18,000 students across eight campuses, primarily in Ghent, it is renowned for its practice-oriented education and commitment to applied research, innovation, and societal impact.

The college offers a wide array of academic programs, including 22 professional bachelor and 24 master's programs spanning business, IT, health, and arts. By integrating applied research with teaching and cultivating interdisciplinary collaboration, it addresses societal challenges. Partnerships with businesses, government, and local organizations help enhance both education and research. The institution emphasizes sustainability, internationalization, and equipping students with skills for future careers.

Basic Information

Contact Details

• Website: hogent.be
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/school/hogeschool-gent

Key Focus Areas & Initiatives

• Practice-oriented education
• Applied research in diverse fields
• Digital transformation in education
• Sustainability and climate-neutral campus initiatives
• Interdisciplinary collaboration
• International partnerships and student exchange
• Regional innovation and impact
• Health and water technology research
• Supporting career development and future-proof skills
• Arts and cultural programs

Technologies Used

• Adobe Coldfusion
• Amazon SES
• Bootstrap Framework
• Google Font API
• Google Maps
• Google Maps (Non Paid Users)
• Google Tag Manager
• MailChimp
• Microsoft Sharepoint
• Mobile Friendly
• Nginx
• Outlook
• Python
• SharePoint
• VueJS
• WordPress.org
• reCAPTCHA

Buyer Teams to Target

Academic Leadership & Program Development

• Vice Rector for Education
• Director of Academic Affairs
• Dean of Faculties
• Program Coordinator
• Curriculum Manager
• Head of Graduate Studies

Digital Transformation & IT

• Chief Information Officer
• Director of IT Services
• Lead Systems Engineer
• IT Infrastructure Manager
• Data Science Lead
• E-learning Technology Specialist

Research & Innovation

• Director of Research
• Head of Applied Research
• Research Program Manager
• Innovation Lead
• Grant Coordinator
• Partnership Development Manager

Student Services & Campus Operations

• Director of Student Services
• Campus Facilities Manager
• Head of International Office
• Student Mobility Coordinator
• Community Engagement Manager
• Career Development Advisor

What They Buy

• Learning management systems & e-learning platforms
• Campus management and scheduling solutions
• Cloud infrastructure and hosting services
• Digital research tools and data analytics platforms
• Student information systems
• Collaborative software for education
• Sustainability consulting and smart campus technologies

Signals to Watch

• 📆 New academic program launches or expansions
• 📈 Increases in research funding or grant awards
• 🧑‍💻 Recruitment for IT, digital learning, or e-learning specialists
• 🗺️ Announcement of new international partnerships or exchange programs
• 🌿 Launch of sustainability or climate initiatives on campus
• 🎨 Introduction of new arts or cultural initiatives