COURSES FOR EXCHANGE STUDENTS 2013-2014HogescHool PXl · PXL University CoLLege · beLgiUm

departments and regulardegree programmes

In the regular degree programmes, all courses are taught in dutch. tutoring might be given in english. also internships or trainee periods with supervision in english are possible for certain study fields

Info & contact: www.xios.be www.phl.beinternational@pxl.be

departments and regulardegree programmes

PXL-Tech campus dIepenbeek - dIepenbeek• bachelor of electronics-Ict• bachelor of electromechanics

• climate• maintenance technology

• bachelor of construction • bachelor of agro- and biotechnology

• biotechnology• green management

PXL-heaLThcare campus guffenslaan – Hasselt• bachelor of occupational therapy• bachelor of midwifery• bachelor of nursing

PXL-Businesscampus elfde lInIe - Hasselt• bachelor of business management

• accountancy and taxation• event management• finance and Insurance• Human resources• International business• logistics management• marketing• legal practice• real estate• sme-management• sportsmanagament

• bachelor of office management:• event management• Human resources• management assistant• medical management assistant• business translation and Interpreting

PXL-iTcampus elfde lInIe - Hasselt• bachelor of applied computer sciences:

• application development• system and network management• software management

MaD-FacuLTycampus elfde lInIe – Hasselt• bachelor and master of arts of art & design:

• graphic design• fine arts• Jewellery design and goldsmithing• photography

MaD-FacuLTy campus c-mIne - genk• bachelor and master of arts of audiovisual art

• animation• television – film• communication and media design: Interaction design

and game art design• bachelor and master of arts of product design

PXL-eDucaTion campus VIldersstraat - Hasselt• bachelor of preschool education – nursery education• bachelor of primary education• bachelor of secondary education

• general subjects• physical education

PXL-Musiccampus bootstraat – Hasselt• bachelor of pop and rock music

• music performance• music management• music technology

PXL-MeDia & TourisMcampus VIldersstraat - Hasselt• bachelor of communication management

• commercial communication• public relations

• bachelor of Journalism• bachelor of tourism and leisure management

PXL-sociaL Work campus VIldersstraat - Hasselt• bachelor of social Work

• social Work• personnel management

HogescHool pxl

HogescHool pxlThe neW universiTy coLLege in LiMBurg• a new young dynamic and vibrant organisation• a centre of expertise for innovation, creativity and

entrepreneurship• a long and strong international tradition• With 7000 students• over 9 departments• 6 campus sites, in Hasselt, diepenbeek and genk• In the heart of europe, the euregion meuse-rhine• close to brussels, the decision centre of europe

caMPusesthe 9 departments of pxl are located in Hasselt and diepenbeek. the mad-faculty has a campus in Hasselt and in genk.• campus Vildersstraat, Hasselt

• pxl-media & tourism• pxl-education • pxl-social Work

• campus elfde linie, Hasselt• pxl-business• pxl-It• mad-faculty

• campus diepenbeek, diepenbeek• pxl-tech

• campus bootstraat, Hasselt• pxl-music

• campus guffenslaan, Hasselt• pxl-Healthcare

• campus c-mine, genk• mad-faculty

ProFessionaLs & eXceLLence in LiMBurgstudyIng at pxl equals:• practice-oriented study programmes: acquire knowledge and

develop skills that are crucial in your future job,• a competency based education system,• a strong focus on It in education,• student centred and interactive teaching methods, case

studies, projects,• good and respectful contact between students and teaching

staff,• international modules and courses taught in english,• language courses and cultural integration activities for

international students,• excellent student services: housing service, free bicycle rent,

free public transport in Hasselt and to the campus site in diepenbeek, sports facilities, job service for students, student catering service.

inTernaTionaL sTuDenTs @ PXLruben, an It student from spaIn: after six months I can say that this is a good place to study! the international module offers the possibility to put into practice all the knowledge that I learned at my university in spain. the subjects are very practical, and therefore interesting to study. It was also very clear that the teachers are responsible people who look after their students very well.

although dutch is a difficult language I was able to communicate with my peers. most of the belgian people speak and understand english.

finally I would like to say that staying in Hasselt gives you the possibility to travel. because of its close proximity to neighbouring countries you don’t only get to know belgium, but also the rest of europe.

DeParTMenT PXL-Tech campus dIepenbeek

InternatIonal courses In bIotecHnologyWhat? the department offers international courses in our bachelor of biotechnology, with study options for students studying food technology, environmental technology, molecular biology and green management. For whom? International exchange students in the field of biotechnology or green management. students should have achieved at least 120 ects in their home institution. the courses are taught in dutch, however due to the high level of interaction and tutoring in english this should not pose a problem.

FooD TechnoLogy

subJect

sem 1 sept - Jan

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Work placement in a company/institute 11bachelor thesis in food technology 14technical project: food technology 5specialisation: food technology 8bachelor thesis in food technology 14organisation and society 2 4technical project: food technology 4

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environMenTaL TechnoLogy

subJect

sem 1sept - Jan

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sem 2feb - June

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Work placement in a company/institute 11bachelor thesis in environmental technology 14technical project: environmental technology 5specialisation: environmental technology 8bachelor thesis in environmental technology 14organisation and society 2 4technical project: specialisation environmental technology 4

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MoLecuLar BioLogy

subJect

sem 1sept - Jan

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sem 2feb - June

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specialisation: molecular biology 5bachelor thesis in molecular biology 25technical project: molecular biology 5bachelor thesis in molecular biology 25organisation and society 2 4technical project: specialisation molecular biology 4

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green ManageMenT

subJect

sem 1sept - Jan

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sem 2feb - June

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Work placement in a company/institute 10bachelor paper 13organisation and society 1 4specialisation: nature & forest conservation 8specialisation: green space and tree nursing 8specialisation: garden landscaping 8Work placement in a company/institute 2 10bachelor paper 13organisation and society 2 3International field trip 3

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Language of instruction all courses are taught in dutch, but tutoring is offered in english. International students are limited to the courses in this programme.

Department pxl-tech.

DeParTMenT PXL-heaLThcare campus guffenslaan – Hasselt

InternatIonal courses In HealtHcareFor whom? all international students should have achieved at least 120 ects in their field of study (nursing, occupational therapy or midwifery) before they can take part in the third year programme.International students wishing to enroll in the clinical placement must be fluent in at least one of the above mentioned languages. students who do not have sufficient language skills, can be refused access to this course or will be obliged to follow a part-time language course (15 hours per week).Programme? there are no semesters in the department pxl-Healthcare. all courses are organised in a modular way.

occuPaTionaL TheraPy

subJect no semestersects credIts

Introducation in Working with disabled people 3scientific project 3elective course ot: International course “missing link” 4Integration ot competences: outplacement 1 20Integration ot competences: outplacement 2 10Integration ot competences: outplacement 3 10elderly people with problems in occupational performance 3

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nursing

subJect no semesters ects credIts

basic Internship in general nursing Wards 5basic Internship in specialized nursing Wards 5advanced Internship in general nursing Wards 10advanced Internship in specialized nursing Wards 10children Without manual 6bsc. project thesis 5professional engagement 3

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MiDWiFery

subJect no semestersects credIts

study High-risk 8study 1st line 8study fertility 8Work placement 1: delivery room 15Work placement 2: High-risk 8Work placement 3: specific perinatal care 6Inernational traject 3final project and computerisation 6

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Language of instruction the native language in Hasselt is dutch, but since belgium is a small country, many people have basic skills in english, french or german. the courses offered to our international students can be organised in english. english literature is available as well. tutoring and supervision is in english.

Department pxl-Healthcare.

DeParTMenT PXL-iT campus elfde lInIe - Hasselt

InternatIonal It topIcsWhat? the study programme applied computer sciences offers a modular hands-on training programme. We try, in a very practical way, to teach our students the tricks of the trade.In addition, our study programme provides unique opportunities for research and innovation. In recent years several projects have been carried out, creating a solid research mentality and offering support for our technology-driven profile. In applied research we aim to get our students enthusiastic about innovation and technology through challenging internship projects, It competitions and extra training programmes.this international programme is a unique opportunity to study information technology through english course material. you will thus take part in the increasingly globalized world of It in the heart of europe. you will become familiar with sql, Java and .net programming, and cisco networking. For whom? International It students. We focus on students who want to apply for an erasmus exchange period.

PrograMMe

subJect trIm 1ects credIts

trIm 2ects credIts

total ectscredIts

language of InstructIon

Java advanced 1 7 7 dJava advanced 2 5 5 d.net advanced 4 4 dsql advanced 3 3 dproject* 5 5 ddistributed component systems 8 8 dmobile application development 3 3 dcisco academy: ccna 1 3 3 dcisco academy: ccna 2 3 3 dcisco academy: ccna 3 3 3 dcisco academy: ccna 4 3 3 d

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*the project can only be followed in combination with Java advanced 2, .net advanced and sql advanced.

Academic calendartrimester 1: 16/09/2013 – 15/12/2013trimester 2: 16/12/2013 – 23/03/2014

It is possible to follow a course in another period than indicated in the table, but then you study independently through english course material, without the possibility to attend classes.

Language of instruction classes are in dutch, course material, tutoring and individual projects are in english.attendance to classes is obligatory.

Department department pxl-It.

DeParTMenT PXL-Business campus elfde lInIe – Hasselt

InternatIonal courses In busIness managementWhat? courses for international students organised by the pxl bachelor of business management.

PrograMMe

subJect trIm 1

european studies 3International marketing 3understanding global cultures 3services marketing 3logistics software 4Investments 3International law : special topics 3english 3 3applied marketing research sme’s 3

Language of instruction all courses are taught in english.

Department pxl-business.

MaD-FacuLTy campus elfde lInIe – Hasselt

InternatIonal courses In arts & desIgnWhat? the mad-faculty campus elfde linie Hasselt offers erasmus students a fixed compilation of courses in each semester. the packet consists of:• studio: one discipline to choose from a list - 13 ects for a semester• Independent study: a personal project - 10 ects for a semester• drawing: 4 ects for a semester• composition: 3 ects for a semester

For whom? International students must have completed two years (4 semesters) of art study at a bachelor level before arrival. together with the application form and learning agreement, an extended electronic artistic and personal portfolio must be submitted. this portfolio presents professionally a minimum of 20 arts works.

PrograMMe

subJectsem 1

sept - Janects credIts

sem 2feb - June

ects credItstotal ects credIts

composition 1+2 3 3 6drawing 1+2 4 4 8Independent study 1+2 10 10 20studio graphic design 1+2 13 13 26studio Illustration design 1+2 13 13 26studio Interactive design 1+2 13 13 26studio advertising design 1+2 13 13 26studio game & digital design 1+2 13 13 26studio ceramics 1+2 13 13 26studio painting 1+2 13 13 26studio free graphics 1+2 13 13 26studio sculpture 1+2 13 13 26studio Jewellery design 1+2 13 13 26

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Language of instruction although dutch is the language of instruction and communication, international students will be supervised in english.

Department mad-faculty.

DeParTMenT PXL-eDucaTion campus VIldersstraat - Hasselt

InternatIonal courses In prescHool educatIonWhat? during their training as a preschool educator students learn to have an eye for the personal growth opportunities of each child and they learn how to appropriately guide children on their voyage of discovery of the surrounding world: material, social and cultural aspects. obtaining the competences which are essential to any good pre-primary teacher (teaching children from 2.5 to 6 years of age) are an integral objective of this training programme. by means of subject contents on the one hand and (subject related) didactic-pedagogic frameworks on the other students acquire knowledge, skills and attitudes which are essential to guide children in an optimal way.For whom? International exchange students in the field of teacher training/education.

PrograMMe

course subJecttrIm 1

ects credIts

trIm 2ects

credIts

trIm 3ects

credItsleVel

self-care first aid + physical skills 3 1st ba

picture books in the picture an integrated approach of children’s literature: language, art and dance* 3 1st ba

focus on human movement-Wo: the human body and sexual education-pe: didactical approach of physical education in the

pre-primary classroom-pe: swimming (personal level)

52nd ba

artistic education art, music, media, dance and drama education 5 2rd ba

artistic education 2 drama, art, music 3 3rd balanguage awareness and language initiation in the preschool classroom

an introduction in language awareness, language initiation and clIl (content and integrated learning) in the preschool classroom**

3 3rd ba

schools with a different educational project

Introduction in several educational projects: freinet, maria montessori, dalton, experiential based learing, ... 3 3rd ba

* students have to bring picture books in their own language or in english.** notion of the french language is required. classes are taught in dutch and french.the courses in this list can be combined with courses from the international programme in education: primary education.

Practical component optionally, students can observe and assist mentors in the preschool classroom.

Language of instruction all classes are taught in dutch, tutoring is offered in english.

Academic calendartrimester 1: 16/09/2013 – 15/12/2013trimester 2: 16/12/2013 – 23/03/2014trimester 3: 24/03/2014 – 29/06/2014

Department pxl-education.

InternatIonal courses In prImary educatIonWhat? these courses prepare students to teach pupils from age 6 to 12. besides mastering the necessary subject matter in a diversity of areas, a primary school teacher must be able to organise education in a pleasant and open way, taking new educational developments into account. the courses are based on the coherent and simultaneous build-up of three essential components: the subject matter component, the didactic-educational component and the practice component.For whom? International exchange students in the field of teacher training & education.

PrograMMe

subJect trIm 1ects credIts

trIm 2ects credIts

trIm 3ects credIts leVel

children’s books and artistic education: literature and movement** 2 1st bamusical and physical education 2 3 2nd baHealth education 3 2nd baartistic education: image and media (mc) 3 3rd bamathematics 3 1st baphysical education 1 1 1st baenvironmental education 1: biology 1 1st bafrench 1* 4 1st bapoetry and artistic education: music 1 1st baenvironmental education 2 5 1st bafrench 2* 4 2nd baHistory, culture and technology 5 2nd baproject based learningtwo week stay extra muros, price: ca. €245 3 2nd ba

multilinguism (mc) 5 3rd baschool policy: education policy and first aid 2 3rd baHeritage education (mc) 5 3rd baeducation for sustainable development at school (mc) 5 3rd banorth-south crossing borders 3 -

the courses in this list can be combined with courses from the international programme in education: preschool education.* classes taught in french.** It is recommended that students bring books for children aged 6 to 12 from their home country. Practical component optionally, students can observe and assist mentors in the classroom.

Language of instruction all classes are taught in dutch, tutoring is offered in english.*classes taught in french. for french 2, a minimum of level a2 of the european language framework for reading and writing and level b1 for speaking, interacting and listening is required.

Academic calendartrimester 1: 16/09/2013 – 15/12/2013trimester 2: 16/12/2013 – 23/03/2014trimester 3: 24/03/2014 – 29/06/2014

Department pxl-education.

InternatIonal courses In secondary educatIon – general subJectsWhat? this course prepares students to teach pupils in the first and second stage of general secondary and technical education (ages 12-16). students are trained to teach two subjects. each student can put together his or her own course package, choosing from 14 subjects. next to these two individually chosen subjects there are some modules that concentrate on psychology and pedagogy. due attention is also paid to cross-curricular teaching and to the more typical aspects of youth cultures. the course is practice-oriented. For whom? International exchange students in the field of teacher training/education.

PrograMMe

subJect trIm 1ects credIts

sem 1ects credIts

trIm 2&3ects credIts

sem 2ects credIts leVel

geography 1a, english 1a * or french 1a ** 7 1st bageography 1b, english 1b* or french 1b ** 7 1st bageography d, economy d, english d* or french d ** 5 2nd bageography e, economy e, english e* or french e ** 7 2nd bageography f, english f* or french f ** 5 3rd baInviting to learn 3 2nd badidactic workshop: cross-curricular work and team work 3 2nd bacustomised teaching 3 3rd badidactic workshop differentiation and evaluation 3 2nd bapupil guidance 3 3rd baeducational policy and educational innovation 3 3rd bateacher training 1 french or english*** 3 1st bateacher training 2 french or english*** 3 2nd bacross curricular and alternative teacher training 4 3rd banorth-south crossing borders 3 3rd ba

the courses in this list can be combined with courses from the international programme in secondary education: physical education. your programme can be adjusted or extended based on individual interests.*** students can observe and assist mentors/student teachers in the foreign language classroom if secondary schools comply.

Language of instruction all classes taught in dutch with tutoring in english.*classes taught in english.**classes taught in french.

Academic calendartrimester 1: 16/09/2013 – 15/12/2013semester 1: 16/09/2013 – 02/02/2014trimester 2&3: 16/12/2013 - 29/06/2014semester 2: 03/02/2014 – 29/06/2014

Department pxl-education.

InternatIonal courses In secondary educatIon - pHysIcal educatIon

What? this course trains students to teach physical education to children and youngsters up till the age of 16. the emphasis is on teaching practice (didactic competences), personal development and development of sportsmanship. With a wide range of sports we aim to improve your current level of achievement. training takes place in small groups.

For whom? International exchange students in the field of sports. We do not expect you to master all sports but a good basic level is mandatory.

PrograMMe

subJecttrIm 1

ectscredIts

trIm 2&3ects

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physical education d: physiology (2 ects) + lifeguard swimming (2 ects) + Handball (1 ects) + gymnastics (1 ects) + dance (1 ects) * 7 2nd ba

recreational sports d: fitness and cardio fitness (2ects) + event management (1 ects)+ski/snowboard (1 ects) * 4 2nd ba

physical education e: biomechanics part 1 (2 ects) + theory sport (2 ects)+ football (1 ects) + basketball (1 ects) + swimming (1 ects) + fighting sports (1 ects)+ condition training (1 ects) * 9 2nd ba

recreational sports e: tennis (1 ects) + dancing activities (1 ects) + recreation sports (1 ects) + Health education (2 ects) + training education (2 ects) * 7 2nd ba

physical education f: traumatology (2 ects) + Volleyball (1 ects) + athletics (1 ects) * 4 3rd barecreational sports f: nutrition training (2 ects) + surfing (1 ects) + actual fitness (1 ects) + survival (1 ects) + climbing (1 ects) + squash(1 ects) * 6 3rd ba

Internship butgenbach** - different indoor and outdoor sports (price: ca. €150) 3

ski/snowboard internship in austria*** (price: ca. €510) 3 2nd ba

outdoor internship spain (price: ca. €540) 3 3rd ba

didactic workshop: cross-curricular work and team work 3 2nd bacross curricular and alternative teacher training 4 3rd baInviting to learn 3 2nd bacustomised teaching 3 2nd bapupil guidance 3 3rd baeducational policy and educational innovation 3 3rd banorth-south crossing borders 3 3rd ba

* every discipline of the subjects “physical education” and “recreational sports” can be followed separately. credits are indicated between brackets.** the sports week in butgenbach is obligatory for all students. *** the student has to have basic skiing skills

the courses in this list can be combined with courses from the international programme in education: secondary education – general subjects. your programme can be adjusted or extended based on individual interests.

Language of instruction: all classes are taught in dutch, tutoring is in english.

Academic calendartrimester 1: 16/09/2013 – 15/12/2013semester 1: 16/09/2013 – 02/02/2014trimester 2&3: 16/12/2013 - 29/06/2014semester 2: 03/02/2014 – 29/06/2014

Department pxl-education.

DeParTMenT PXL-MeDia & TourisM campus VIldersstraat - Hasselt

communIcatIon management InternatIonalWhat? comInt - communication management International – is the international module of the pxl bachelor of communication management. For whom? International exchange students in the field of communication.

PrograMMe

subJectsem 1

sept - Janects credIts

sem 2feb - June

ects credItstotal ects credIts

direct marketing communication 4 4public relations 6 6marketing 4 4digital photography 4 4online communication and Information 4 4marketing pr, promotions, In store communication & packaging 5 5market analysis and communication survey 6 6advertising – media planning 4 4risk management 4 4personality training 4 4bank, finance and Insurance in a european perspective 4 4financial management 3 3

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the courses in this list can be combined with courses from other programmes of the department pxl-media & tourism.

Language of instruction all classes are taught in english.

Department pxl-media & tourism.

JournalIsm InternatIonalWhat? JoInt - Journalism International – is the international module of the pxl bachelor of Journalism.For whom? International exchange students in the field of journalism.

programme

subJectsem 1

sept - Janects credIts

sem 2feb - June

ects credItstotal ects credIts

Internet research techniques 4 4International media landscape 4 4International publishing 1 6 6International publishing 2 6 6current affairs 1 4 4current affairs 2 4 4english for Journalism 1 6 6english for Journalism 2 6 6digital photography 4 4radio Journalism 6 6television Journalism 6 6european Integration - belgium in europe 4 4

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the courses in this list can be combined with courses from other programmes of the department pxl-media & tourism.

Language of instruction all classes are taught in english.

Department pxl-media & tourism.

tourIsm InternatIonalWhat? the field of tourism and leisure management requires direct availability, efficiency and self-reliance. you’ll experience that the emphasis lies on solid and useful product knowledge and services. furthermore your communication skills, administrative tasks and certain techniques will undoubtedly improve. For whom? International exchange students in the field of tourism.

programme

subJect sem 1: sept - Janects credIts Hours per Week

destination management 4 3tourism practicals 6 3tourism geography 4 2tourism marketing 4 2

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the courses in this list can be combined with courses from other programmes of the department pxl-media & tourism.

Language of instruction all classes are taught in english.

Prerequisites minimum level of english: b1, according to the european framework of reference. this has to be certified by an official certificate of the university or language testing centre. moreover, it will be tested at the start of the semester.

Department pxl-media & tourism.

DeParTMenT PXL-sociaL Work campus VIldersstraat – Hasselt

InternatIonal courses In socIal Work

What? International courses organised by the pxl bachelor of social Work.For whom? International exchange students in the field of social work.

courses in sociaL Work

subJect sem 1: sept - Janects credIts

sem 2: feb - Juneects credIts total ects credIts

psychology 5 5psychopathology 3 3social philosophy 3 3european social map 3 3social security 5 5organisation science 3 3Human, society and science 1 4 4Human, society and science 2 6 6exploring the Work field 1 3 3exploring the Work field 2 4 4socio-legal service 3 3social security and administration 4 4Welfare 6 6

all classes are taught in dutch. the international students work on individual projects, tutoring is offered in english. students may participate in the dutch taught classes.

courses In Human resources – personnel management

subjectsem 1: sept - Jan

ects creditssem 2: feb - June

ects creditstotal ects credits

Industrial relations 3 3International Hrm (*) 3 3organisational psychology 3 3administration of employees 3 3recruitment and selection 3 3Welfare and labour law 4 4Integrated Hr skills 3 3Income tax 3 3

except of (*), all classes are taught in dutch. the international students work on individual projects, tutoring is offered in english. students may participate in the dutch taught classes.(*) the classes of this course are taught in english.

Department pxl-social Work.

extra courses@pxlbenefit from your stay in belgium and improve your languages and knowledge about belgium and europe. We offer motivating courses and activities especially for our incoming students. these courses can be added to the learning agreement of every international student.

surVIVal dutcHlearn the basics of our dutch language. In no time you will be able to take the bus, to find your way in Hasselt or order a pint in a pub. the course has a a strong focus on communication skills. (2 ects credits, sept.-oct.)

englIsH for IncomIng studentsenglish language courses are offered for all incoming students. (3 hours a week, sept.-dec., 3 ects credits.)

cultural aWarenessgetting to know another culture and functioning in a multicultural environment in addition to your academic programme is what you have signed up for . In the cultural awareness course you will learn about the cultural, social and political backgrounds of our region: Hasselt, limburg, flanders and belgium. through workshops, you will develop a set of intercultural competences.(sept. – dec., 3 ects credits.)

subJect perIod ects credIts

survival dutch 3 weeks in sept. – oct. 2english for Incoming students sept. – dec. 3cultural awareness sept – dec. 3

student serVIcesHousIng serVIce: our housing service assists you in finding a room at a reasonable price on the private market. note that pxl doesn’t have own student residences.

Job serVIce for students: working at pxl as an international student is possible. the type of job opportunities depends on your language skills. eu-citizens do not have to have a work permit. non-eu citizens can contact our Job service upon arrival and explore the options or check out the website of our government: http://www.belgium.be/en/work/student_jobs/.

laptop serVIce: the pxl laptop service assists students with configuring their laptops, e-mail settings and technical problems.

student caterIng: pxl offers student catering on our campuses.

free bIke rental: since distances are small, cycling is the ideal way of travelling around Hasselt and diepenbeek. We offer free bike rental for all students.

free buses: all busses in Hasselt and from Hasselt to the campus in diepenbeek are free for students.

applIcatIonapplIcatIon procedure: see www.xios.be or www.phl.be.

knoWledge of englIsH We expect students to have level b1 in english, according to the european framework of reference. this should be certified with an official certificate of your university or a recognised language testing centre. moreover, you will be tested at the start of your study period at pxl.

study load and ects credItsa full time programme consists of 20 ects for one trimester, 30 ects for one semester and 60 ects credits for a whole academic year.1 ects credit corresponds to 25 to 30 working hours, all included (attending classes, working an studying at home, passing exams, ...).

applIcatIon deadlInes all the forms have to be filled in, approved and signed by the home institution and uploaded by:01/06/2013 for students applying for the 1st semester or 1st trimester (autumn) 01/11/2013 for students applying for the 2nd semester, 2nd or 3rd trimester (spring)

academIc calendarsemesters: 1st semester: 16/09/2013 - 02/02/2014 - 2nd semester: 03/02/14 – 30/06/2014trimesters (9 weeks + 9 weeks + 9 weeks): 1st trimester: 16/09/2013 – 08/12/13 – 2nd trimester: 09/12/2013 – 16/03/14 – 3rd trimester: 17/03/2014 – 30/06/2014trimesters (10 weeks+9 weeks + 9 weeks): 1st trimester: 16/09/2013 – 15/12/2013 – 2nd trimester: 16/12/2013 – 23/03/2014 – 3rd trimester: 24/03/2014 – 30/06/2014autumn Holidays: 28/10/2013 – 03/11/2013christmas Holidays: 23/12/2013 – 05/01/2014carnival Holidays: 03/03/2014 – 09/03/2014easter Holidays: 07/04/2014 – 20/04/2014summer Holidays: 06/07/2014 – 17/08/20142nd examination period: 18/08/2014 – 14/09/2014

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