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Artificial Intellegence (AI) is undeniably becoming an integral component of our everyday lives, often in ways that go unnoticed. Whether it’s the song suggestions from Spotify, or the car smoothly cruising past with its adaptive cruise control, AI plays a significant role. It’s behind the scenes, tirelessly automating repetitive tasks, making our world more efficient and innovative. AI is incredibly useful in today’s world. Creative Tech and AI (CTAI) is your gateway to understanding and actively participating in this AI revolution.

Have you already earned a bachelor’s degree in an ICT field and want to expand your knowledge by diving deeper into the world of AI? Then the CTAI short track is the perfect study program for you. doesn’t matter whether you already have some AI skills or you’re just starting out — this program is built to help you thrive.

During this one-year track, you will discover:

  • which kinds of problems are best solved with AI,
  • how to harness existing AI tools and even build your own neural networks,
  • hands-on, project-based training that brings artificial intelligence to life,
  • how to tackle real-world use cases with confidence.

This short track is offered in two different formats, depending on your current knowledge of AI:

  • AI Fundamentals, designed for those with no prior experience in AI
  • AI Advanced, for learners who already have some background in machine learning and deep learning

For more details, be sure to check out the “Programme” tab.

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We offer two formats of this short track, depending on your existing knowledge of AI:

  • AI Fundamentals, if you have no prior experience with AI
  • AI Advanced, if you already have some AI skills

If you’d like to explore which option suits you best based on your previous coursework, feel free to reach out to our student advisor, Paula.ACUNA.RONCANCIO [at] howest.be (Paula Acuna), for tailored guidance.

Whichever program you choose, you’ll become part of our international community of like-minded students working toward their bachelor’s degree in Creative Technology and AI. Most classes take place on campus, and you can expect to be there around 10 to 17 hours per week.

AI Fundamentals

Semester 1:

  • Machine Learning & AI (6 ECTS)
  • Deep Learning (6 ECTS)
  • Reinforcement Learning (6ECTS)
  • Innovation & Research Project (12 ECTS)

Semester 2:

  • Advanced AI (6 ECTS)
  • Internship (24 ECTS)

AI Advanced

Semester 1:

  • Generative AI (6 ECTS)
  • Robotics & Edge AI (6 ECTS)
  • MLOps (6ECTS)
  • Innovation & Research Project (12 ECTS)

Semester 2:

  • Advanced AI (6 ECTS)
  • Internship (24 ECTS)
Tuition fees

We give you an estimate of the study costs of the Short Track Creative Technologies & Artificial Intelligence programme at Howest. We distinguish between general study costs and programme-related study costs.

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You can already register online for 2025-26. After completing registration, you will receive an email with all the info needed to complete your enrolment. Book your place at Howest now!

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FAQ

If you can't find what you're looking for or if you have a specific question about this study programme, feel free to contact us. We are available every weekday between 9am and 5pm. You can also ask other questions to our contact person:

Marie Dewitte

Marie Dewitte

Program Manager

The keywords are "Creative with Technology" and "Multimedia" Technology.
'Agile' and creative use of technology is deeply rooted in the DNA of the programme. In other words: MCT people are trained to creatively implement new technology in companies that quickly switch to methods such as SCRUM. You will therefore find that MCTers perform more than average in start-ups, scale-outs, innovative SMEs and innovation departments of large companies.

"Multimedia" technology refers to the fact that the MCTer uses technology to develop the multimedia interfaces of the future, such as a smart watch interface that also responds to your voice and actions or an Augmented Reality interface that integrates AI.

We believe that our students are 'inventors', 'technical creatives' ('the IoT Generation'). The ultimate goal of the Multimedia and Creative Technologies program is the realization of projects. Not one day a week or in 'a profession like there are more', but during an intense period of 5 to 6 weeks, in which you first try out the latest technology alone before taking it on in a group to bring it to life. During the project weeks you only focus on executing your project and you gradually discover your strengths and weaknesses. From the second year, you will receive team assignments from small and large companies that want to bring the 'MCT Silicon Valley spirit' into their company. They will ask your group to convert new technologies into a working proof of concept project (https://mct.be/projecten/).

In the case you buy a laptop through Howest, you can look here which laptop is recommended by your course. In the case you already own a laptop or wish to buy a new one yourself, it needs to qualify to the same specifications.

Would you like to study abroad for a semester? Or are you interested in an international internship? You can! You will discover all the opportunities to go abroad within Howest on this page. During your studies, we will work together to make your international adventure a reality!

No. Our team applies unique teaching methods, adapted to your prior knowledge. The only thing that is important is that you are present in class and practice the things that you are struggling with. Since Multimedia and Creative Technologies (MCT) trains you to become a professional who can realize real-life IT projects, doing nothing for weeks and only starting to study intensely in the last weeks before the exams is not a good option. Therefore, attending classes and updating your practical skills every week are very important.

In the first year you have about 30 percent theory. Then, exceptionally, you will be sitting together with 90 to 150 other students. Most classes, however, are in groups of 20 to 28 students. The further in the training, the more this is the case. During the project weeks you also work closely together in groups of three to four students.