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Conservatorium Gent

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The Conservatorium Gent is the music and performing arts department of KASK & Conservatorium, the school of arts of University College Ghent (HOGENT) in Ghent, Belgium. It traces its origins to the Royal Conservatory of Ghent, established by royal decree in 1835. The institution offers higher education programs in music, drama, and related performing arts disciplines at both bachelor's and master's degree levels. It operates within Belgium's Flemish educational framework and is part of the broader academic community in Ghent.

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Is Conservatorium Gent the same institution as the Royal Conservatory of Ghent?

Conservatorium Gent is the modern music department descended from the Royal Conservatory of Ghent. The conservatory was founded by Joseph-Martin Mengal in 1835 and is now part of KASK and Conservatorium.

Is Conservatorium Gent part of HOGENT or Ghent University?

KASK and Conservatorium are departments of HOGENT, the University College Ghent, rather than faculties of Ghent University. The school does collaborate with Ghent University on education and research.

What can students study at Conservatorium Gent?

The programme includes classical music as well as jazz, pop, music production and instrument construction. Jazz was added in 1987, music production in 1999 and pop music in 2010.

How is KASK connected to Conservatorium Gent?

KASK is Ghent's Royal Academy of Fine Arts, founded in 1751, while the Royal Conservatory dates from 1835. The two institutions merged into one School of Arts in 2008, creating the current KASK and Conservatorium structure.

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