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Founded nearly 60 years ago at the initiative of the Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB) and the Brussels Chamber of Commerce (BECI), the Promotion and Continuing Education (EPFC) is now the reference institution for lifelong learning in the capital. Situated in the heart of Brussels (Madou) and welcoming nearly 10,000 learners each year, the institution awards official diplomas recognized by the Wallonia-Brussels Federation. Thanks to its modular organization with four annual intakes, courses are offered during the day, in the evening, or on weekends. Equipped with modern facilities including over 400 computers and a strong support service for success, the EPFC guides adults, workers, and students towards sustainable professional integration.

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Admission to the EPFC is open to adults residing in Belgium or in the European Union (provided they have a valid residence permit). Access to bachelor's programs is granted upon presentation of the Belgian Certificate of Secondary Education (CESS), an official equivalence issued by the Wallonia-Brussels Federation, or by passing an internal admission test in French and mathematics. Registrations are conducted exclusively by appointment via the online portal during the four annual campaigns (September, November, January, and April), subject to availability. The registration fees are affordable, and discounts or exemptions apply to job seekers, scholarship students, and beneficiaries of social allowances.

Admissions open from January 11, 2027.

Application deadline: August 24, 2027.

Why choose EPFC?

• Official recognition from the Wallonia-Brussels Federation with bachelor's diplomas equivalent to full practice.
• Remarkable flexibility with 4 intakes per year and courses organized during the day, in the evening, or on weekends.
• Open accessibility for all, allowing entry into higher education even without prior qualifications through an admission test.
• An excellent employment rate with nearly 80% of graduates in jobs or experiencing rapid career advancement.
• State-of-the-art technological infrastructure (over 400 computers equipped with the latest software) and dedicated services (success support, inclusive guidance).
• A hyper-central location in Brussels (Madou metro) and an exceptional language offering covering 13 languages.