A smooth start Are you starting at Howest in September 2023? Let us help you make a smooth start with our Welcome Days, from 11 to 15 September, 2023: get your class schedule learn how to use your Howest e-mail account learn about the academic and examination regulations learn about all the possibilities for study support get to know other new students in a relaxed atmosphere. In short, you will find out everything you need to know for a successful start at Howest. Don't miss it! Welcome programme for second- and third-year students The programme for second- and third-year students are available via the class schedule. Need help? The ICT helpdesk is at your service. Class schedules are available in the first half of September. Some programmes do not schedule welcome activities or classes during the week of 11 - 15 September. For those students, the academic year starts on Monday 18 September. Welcome Days for first-year students Filter Search your study programme