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Participation in the Orientation Course is subject to a selection procedure. This procedure takes the form of an admission day at the KABK before the start of each course.

Upcoming admission days

Admission day: 31 January 2026

Admission day for the course: 7 February 2026 to 6 June 2026.

Applications: Submit at least 1 day before admission day.

Academic year 2026–2027

The admission days for the courses in academic year 2026-2027 will be announced in May 2026.

1

Check the requirements

Read about eligibility & admission requirements for this course.

NOTE: The second course can be followed as an advanced course, after finishing the first one. In this case, no second admittance is necessary.

2

Register for the admission day

at least 1 day before admission day

You start your application for the Orientation Course by creating an account in our online application system Osiris.

During the application procedure, you will have to upload a copy of your passport or identification card. Please make sure these files are ready to upload before you start the application process.

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Confirmation of account registration

You receive a confirmation by email, along with information about the admission day and a questionnaire to fill in and bring with you.
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Presentation of portfolio at KABK

On the admission day you are expected at the KABK at 10.15, where you will be welcomed and provided with a space to showcase your portfolio.

  • Portfolio and selected works you want to present
  • Filled in questionnaire you received upon registration

You will be able to discuss your work and the questionnaire. From 11.00 to 15.00 group interviews will be held with all candidates and the admissions committee.

Result of admission

The admissions committee will review your portfolio and presentation and you will be notified at the end of the admission day, if you are admitted to the Orientation Course at KABK.
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Official enrolment

Your official enrolment at the Orientation Course is completed upon payment of the course fees.

Your official enrolment at the Orientation Course is completed upon payment of the course fees.

  • The cost for the course is for 15 Saturdays, including a full-day excursion.
  • If you are admitted, the full amount must be paid before the start of the course. You will automatically receive a message about this from the financial administration.
  • No course fee will be refunded in the event of illness, absence or premature departure from the course.
  • If, after attending the admission day, you decide not to participate in the course, this should be communicated to the department before the start of the first lesson. If participation in the course is not cancelled in time, a fee of €95 will be charged for administrative costs.

Proof of enrolment

Once your payment is processed, you will receive a proof of enrolment via email.

Register for the upcoming admission day through our online application system Osiris.

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