Brussels College Academic Calendar 2026-2027

Brussels College follows a two-semester system aligned with the Flemish (Belgian) higher education calendar. Each academic year consists of 60 ECTS credits (30 ECTS per semester).

Upcoming Intake Deadlines

September 2026 intake — Open for all programmes

Start Date

28 September 2026

International Deadline

17 April 2026

EU/EEA Deadline

12 September 2026

Upcoming Intake Deadlines

February 2027 intake (all programmes)

Programme Start

19 February 2027

International Deadline

30 October 2026

EU/EEA Deadline

1 February 2027

September Intake - Semester 1 (September 2026 - February 2027)

Academic Year 2026-2027

Pre-Semester Activities

Staff Training

August 31 - September 5, 2026

Orientation Week

September 7-12, 2026

Registration Deadline

September 11, 2026

Teaching Period

Teaching Start

September 14, 2026

Teaching End

December 18, 2026

Autumn Break: October 26-31, 2026

Christmas Break: December 21, 2026 - January 1, 2027

Assessment Period

Midterm Assessment	November 2-6, 2026
Teaching End	December 18, 2026
Blocus (Study Period)	December 21-31, 2026
Final Exam Period	January 4-22, 2027
Results Release	January 29, 2027
Makeup/Resit Exams	February 1-12, 2027

September Intake - Semester 2 (February 2027 - August 2027)

Academic Year 2026-2027

Teaching Period

Teaching Start

February 22, 2027

Teaching End

May 28, 2027

Carnival Break: February 8-12, 2027

Easter Break: March 29 - April 9, 2027

Assessment Period

Midterm Assessment	April 12-16, 2027
Teaching End	May 28, 2027
Blocus (Study Period)	May 30 - June 4, 2027
Final Exam Period	June 7-25, 2027
Results Release	July 2, 2027
Makeup/Resit Exams	August 23 - September 3, 2027

Summer Break: June 28 - September 3, 2027

February Intake - Semester 1 (February 2027 - August 2027)

Academic Year 2026-2027

Pre-Semester Activities

Staff Training

February 8-12, 2027

Orientation Week

February 15-19, 2027

Registration Deadline

February 19, 2027

Teaching Period

Teaching Start

February 22, 2027

Teaching End

May 28, 2027

Carnival Break: February 8-12, 2027

Easter Break: March 29 - April 9, 2027

Assessment Period

Midterm Assessment	April 12-16, 2027
Teaching End	May 28, 2027
Blocus (Study Period)	May 30 - June 4, 2027
Final Exam Period	June 7-25, 2027
Results Release	July 2, 2027
Makeup/Resit Exams	August 23 - September 3, 2027

Summer Break: June 28 - September 3, 2027

February Intake - Semester 2 (September 2027 - February 2027)

Academic Year 2026-2027

Pre-Semester Activities

Staff Training

August 30 - September 3, 2027

Orientation Week

September 6-10, 2027

Registration Deadline

September 10, 2027

Teaching Period

Teaching Start

September 13, 2027

Teaching End

December 17, 2027

Autumn Break: October 25-29, 2027

Christmas Break: December 20, 2027 - December 31, 2027

Assessment Period

Midterm Assessment	November 1-5, 2027
Teaching End	December 17, 2027
Blocus (Study Period)	December 20-31, 2027
Final Exam Period	January 3-21, 2028
Results Release	January 28, 2028
Makeup/Resit Exams	January 31 - February 11, 2028

Academic Policies & Requirements

Credit System

60 ECTS per academic year, 30 ECTS per semester

Attendance Requirement

75% minimum attendance required

Latest Arrival Date

December 15, 2026 (for visa students)

Important Notes

Blocus: The "Blocus" is a Belgian academic tradition referring to an intensive study period (1-2 weeks) before final exams where students focus entirely on exam preparation.
Two Intake System: Brussels College offers both September and February intakes. February intake students join Semester 2 alongside continuing September intake students.
Visa Students: International students requiring a visa must arrive no later than the specified latest arrival date. Temporary online participation may be available while awaiting visa approval.
Calendar Updates: This calendar is subject to minor adjustments. Students will be notified of any changes via official communication channels.