Nursing

Course in brief

This four-year programme combines theory with practical training from day one, building the skills and confidence you need to work in healthcare.

• Through simulation training, clinical placements, and expert coaching, you will develop the ability to provide professional care across different healthcare settings.
• You’ll learn Dutch to communicate effectively with patients and colleagues in Flanders, Belgium.
• Complete your experience with an optional study exchange or internship abroad.

What you will learn:

• How the human body works and how to care for patients in different medical situations.
• The core principles of nursing ethics, patient communication, and professional responsibility.
• How to perform essential clinical procedures safely and effectively.
• How to coordinate a healthcare team, organizing care in cooperation with  doctors, therapists, and other care professionals.
• How to adapt to new technologies in nursing, including simulation training and digital patient records.
• How to interact with patients and families in a multicultural and multilingual healthcare environment.
• How to build resilience and problem-solving skills to handle the challenges of nursing.

At KdG, you’ll train in our high-tech SkillsLab – a state-of-the-art simulation space that feels just like a real hospital. This is where you build your confidence, learn by doing, and prepare for real patient care.

• Train in a high-tech simulation lab, designed to mimic real hospital environments.
• Practice essential nursing skills on simulation mannequins and patients in a safe setting.
• Get hands-on experience with blood sampling, injections, wound care, CPR, and emergency response.
• Learn through real-life scenarios, guided by expert instructors from the control room.
• Step into the world of nursing with virtual reality simulations for an immersive experience.
• Connect with experienced nurses and healthcare professionals who share their knowledge first-hand.

• You care about people and want to make a real difference in their lives.
• You’re a team player who stays calm under pressure.
• You enjoy hands-on learning and real-life practice.
• You take responsibility and are eager to grow.
• You’re open to new cultures and languages – ready to study in an international group and learn Dutch along the way.

There is a big demand for skilled professionals in the healthcare sector. 

• As a nurse, you’ll find countless opportunities across hospitals, home care, nursing homes, and corporate health services.
• With your European-recognized bachelor’s degree, you’ll be ready to work anywhere in Europe as a nurse responsible for general care.
• You'll be equipped to work confidently in a multilingual and multicultural healthcare environment.
• Continue developing your skills with access to postgraduate courses and professional development opportunities.
• Pursue a Master's in Nursing or Midwifery through a bridging year, or explore other Master's programs in fields like Psychology, Criminology, and Social Work.

The scope of career opportunities within nursing and healthcare is always growing. At KdG you will get the skills that the world needs more of. You’ll be able to choose how you will make a difference.

Interested to apply for Nursing?

• Admissions will open in January 2026, as the programme starts in September 2026.
• Leave your e-mailadress below, we'll send you (in January) all the details on how you can apply for a place in the programme.

In the meantime, we’re more than happy to answer any questions you might have about this programme or studying at KdG. You can reach us at study@kdg.be.