For enrolment in 2026-2027
The artistic entrance exam will be organised ONLY ONCE in 2026.
The Bachelor of Visual Arts programme is only accessible after passing the artistic entrance exam. You can only participate in the artistic entrance exam after pre-selection, which is based on your digital portfolio. This round is digital for every discipline (including Fashion).
Once you have passed the pre-selection, you can participate in the artistic entrance exam for enrolment in the 2026-2027 academic year. This will be organised only once,
From Wednesday 1 July - 3 July 2026 (= standard)
From Monday 6 July - 7 July 2026 (= extra 2 days, if you have registered for two entrance tests (except for Fashion)
The entrance exam is spread over three days. If you are still undecided between two different disciplines, you can take part in the artistic entrance exam of those two different disciplines. The period will then be extended to five days. You can participate physically or digitally, although we recommend you attend physically.
Note: Are you a candidate for FASHION? Then you can attend the entrance exam physically only from 1 to 3 July 2026. There is no digital entrance exam for Fashion.
Note: A positive outcome of the artistic entrance exam is only valid for enrolment in the next academic year, i.e. 2026-2027. If you wish to apply for 2027-2028, you will take the admission test in 2027.
To register for the entrance exams, follow these steps:
1. Read the admission requirements.
2. Register your participation.
3. Check your email for the link where you can upload your portfolio for the preselection.
4. Check your mailbox for the result of the pre-selection.
5. Take part in the artistic assignments.
6. Check your mailbox for the result of the artistic assignments.
7. Passed? Complete your registration online!
1. Admission requirements
To enroll in the bachelor's programme, you need to meet the diploma and language requirements. Check these carefully in advance to make sure you meet them.
2. Registration
Registration for the artistic entrance exam Bachelor for the academic year 2026-2027 will be possible from 15 December 2025.
- Till Wednesday 25 March 2026 (14h Belgian time) for FASHION.
- Till 27 May 2026 (14h Belgian time) for all other disciplines.
Don’t wait until the last minute to register. That way, we can process your registration on time and send you the link to upload your portfolio. The deadline for submitting your portfolio can be found in point 3.
2.1 Registration
You complete the registration fully and correctly. If you apply for Fine Arts, you must specify the discipline (Sculpture, In Situ, Painting or Printmaking & Drawing).
For smooth registration, keep the following documents ready: identity card, photo (or webcam), diploma (if already available), and language certificate (if required and available). You can upload your diploma and any language certificate later.
2.2 Administrative fee
In the registration environment, you pay an administrative fee of 30 euros for the admission test If you take part in two different admission tests, you will pay 45 euros (30 + 15) for the two tests in total. The administrative fee is not refundable under any circumstances.
For smooth payment, keep your bank card at hand. If you cannot pay online, please send an email to enrolment@ap.be.
Note: A payment from abroad can take several days. Do not delay, so make your payment on time!
3. Portfolio
Check your email for the link where you can upload your portfolio for the preselection.
- Until Wednesday 1 April 2026 (14h Belgian time) for FASHION.
- Until Wednesday 3 June 2026 (14h Belgian time) for all other disciplines.
After registration and payment, you will receive by e-mail (also check your spam box) a link to upload your portfolio. Based on your portfolio, the jury will decide whether you can participate in the artistic assignments in July.
Note: If you apply for two disciplines, you will submit a portfolio for both disciplines. You can tailor this content to the respective disciplines as you wish.
Click here for a description of the content and technical requirements.
4. Announcement of pre-selection result
Check your mailbox (and your spambox as well)
- The week of 5 May 2026 for FASHION.
- The week of 16 June 2026 for the other disciplines.
A pre-selection will be made based on your portfolio. You will receive an email informing you whether you have been selected for the artistic entrance exams in July. This invitation will also include all practical details, such as the time and location, or a digital link if it’s online.
5. Artistic assignments
For all prospective students (including for FASHION):
From Wednesday 1 July - 3 July 2026 (= standard)
From Monday 6 July - 7 July 2026 (= extra 2 days, if you have registered for two entrance tests (except for Fashion)
The assignments will be organised both physically and digitally, though we recommend you to participate physically and on campus.
Note: Are you a candidate for FASHION? Then you can attend the entrance exam physically only from 1 to 3 July 2026. There is no digital entrance exam for Fashion.
What can you expect?
Day 1 & 2: Artistic assignments in the studio, where you will work under the guidance of tutors and surrounded by other candidates.
Day 3: Drawing assignments on the main campus, where you can showcase your drawing skills.
Day 4 & 5: Artistic assignments in the studio, if you have registered for two entrance tests.
During these three days, you will work in an inspiring and supportive environment. Together with fellow candidates and teaching staff, you will build a dynamic, creative atmosphere where you will not only share your artistic vision, but also learn from each other. It is an ideal opportunity to get a first insight into life at the Academy and to discover whether this programme really suits you.
How will you be assessed?
We are curious about your artistic process. The assignments are designed to get a clear picture of your creativity and imagination, your interest in general culture and specific focus on art/design and visual culture, your drawing skills and your ability to express ideas in image and in language. Our focus is on a balanced and inspiring assessment, so that you too can experience whether our programme is the right match for you.
Practicalities
You will receive the necessary information about location, time and materials when you are invited to the admission tests. Get ready for three days full of creativity, discovery and a taste of life as a student at the Academy!
6. Announcement of artistic assignments result
For all prospective students (including for FASHION)
Between July 8 and July 10, 2026, you will receive an email with the outcome of the artistic entrance examination. Keep a close eye on your mailbox and your spam filter.
7. Enrolment in the programme
Passed the artistic entrance examination? Congratulations! You will receive an email to finalise your registration. Remember, to register, you must meet the diploma and language requirements as described above.
You can find the regulations for the artistic entrance examination via this link.
