Universiteit Antwerpen
Research ServicesFlanders, Belgium5001-10000 Employees
The University of Antwerp is a Belgian research university based in Antwerp, founded in 2003 through the merger of three local institutions; its roots reach back to 1852. It comprises nine faculties and autonomous institutes, and it offers doctoral programs across disciplines, enrolling more than 20,000 students, including over 1,280 PhD candidates. The institution maintains a sizable staff and emphasizes rigorous education and internationally oriented research. It maintains five centers of excellence focused on nanostructures, molecular neurogenetics, environmental studies, social policy, and the evaluation of vaccination, reflecting targeted research strengths. The university participates in the Antwerp University Association, collaborating with regional higher-education partners. In 2026, it formed a collaborative project with ILVO and Vrije Universiteit Brussel, illustrating ongoing regional research cooperation.