Why do students at 42 Belgium learn C during their basic studies?
During their basic studies at 42 Belgium, students learn the fundamentals of coding. C gives this the best base: through learning the language in their basic studies students get an understanding of how to think like a coder. C as a language also demands the coder to be independent and to understand how the code […]
Does the school organize any activities?
Yes! The best way to keep students close to the real world is by organizing regular events with guest speakers and other forms of collaborations with companies and organizations, such as hackathons and workshops.
Who will assess the quality of my projects
Your peers will assess the quality of your projects based on grading scales defined by the pedagogical staff.
What does “project-based learning” mean?
In project-based learning, students gain a deeper knowledge of a subject through active exploration of real-world challenges and problems. They learn by doing and thinking critically, rather than by following instructions and memorizing.
What is “42” ?
Ecole 42 is a French private tuition-free coding school founded in 2013. With a disruptive peer-to-peer education model and philosophy, 42 has achieved great results with 13% of students building their own companies (of which 50% had never coded before). Due to their success, 42 even opened a campus in Silicon Valley in 2016. Other […]
Why are there no teachers?
42 Belgium is a school based on peer-to-peer learning, in which students learn and discover by themselves and with peers. There is, however, a pedagogical team that makes sure the learning environment works and that students are progressing.
What does ‘peer-to-peer learning” mean?
Peer-to-peer learning is an education model where students learn from each other instead of learning from an appointed teacher. It emphasizes critical thinking, teamwork and communication. Students also evaluate each other and learn from explaining to peers.