Thomas More is one of the largest universities of applied sciences in Flanders, with campuses across the province of Antwerp and beyond (e.g., Geel, Lier, Turnhout, Vorselaar). It offers a wide array of technical programs.
Address: Antwerpsestraat 99, 2800 Mechelen, Antwerp, Belgium
Applied Informatics, Engineering, Life Sciences
Domains taught:
- AI and Machine Learning, Automation, Bioengineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Electrical and Electronics, Engineering, Food Science, Industrial Design, Life Sciences, Software Engineering, Telecommunications
Diplomas*:
- Associate Degree, Bachelor, Graduate Certificate
Status:
- Private
Partnerships:
Extensive network of international partners for studies and internships. Associated with KU Leuven.
Research:
Practice-oriented research in its various fields, often in collaboration with companies and organizations, focusing on societal impact.
Famous Alumnis:
N/A
International recognition**:
Number of staff***:
2200
Current students***:
20000
Foreign students***:
10%
Cumulative former students***:
N/A
Pros
Wide array of programs, strong focus on internationalization and practical skills, multiple campuses offering local access.
Cons
Multiple campuses spread across a large area can lead to inconsistencies, large student numbers.
Best For
Large range of applied bachelor programs with international options and KU Leuven association.
- Engineering, Innovation, Sustainable Development, User experience (UX), User-Centered Design
*: without any judgment of the quality, readers are strongly encouraged to check the official status of the exact diploma envisioned as many universities have a mix of recognized diplomas, not recognized, “co-delivered,” “equivalent to”, “some pathways” (…), can change over time, and can be named differently from one country to another.
**: international reputation: is based on some criteria that do not mean much in some domains or specialties (number of researchers, of scientific publications, on budget ….). Our approximate 1-4 scale:
- known locally
- known locally and internationally
- is listed in some of the world university’s classifications
- is listed among the 20 firsts in some of world university’s classifications
***: estimated numbers, based on online sources and/or feedbacks. The numbers can vary greatly depending on school organisation (ex.: school is part of a group, it employs internal staff or external consultants or has public staff without employing them …). Refer to all the links provided to have accurate and updated numbers.
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