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During their basic studies at Campus 19, 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 works on a fundamental level. After learning the ins and outs of C, students will understand what lies beneath any coding concept and how they really work.

However, C is not the only programming language that students learn. Our students also study C++ and use other languages and libraries, such as TypeScript and React.

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.

Your peers will assess the quality of your projects based on grading scales defined by the pedagogical staff.

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.

19 is a school for developers, which is part of the network of école 42. As such, it follows all the principles of 42. The school offers a free education in coding that is hands-on and skill-based. More, it caters to anyone 18 and older and offers all the necessary computer equipment on a campus that is open 24/7. It is also the first school in the 42 network outside France with

Ecole 42 is a French private tuition-free coding school founded in 2013 by French entrepreneur, Xavier Niel. With a disruptive peer-to-peer education model and philosophy, 42 has achieved great results (100% of well-employed graduates, 80% have opportunities before graduation, 30% build their own companies, 50% never coded before). Due to their success, 42 opened a campus in Silicon Valley in 2016. Other schools around the world have partnered with 42 to offer their program.

19 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.

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.

The original curriculum was created in 2013 by Ecole 42’s team, which consists of veterans in the computer science educational field in France. It has evolved since then by the educational staff in Paris and other schools, co-operation with companies and even students. At Campus 19, our goal is to leverage the great technology expertise that we have in Belgium and make sure we are always looking at the future.

You start building a base in the C programming language and fundamental programming concepts. As you progress towards your first internship, you will learn about algorithms, graphics, network and system administration, unix, object-oriented programming, and more! After the internship, the curriculum will include deeper projects in many fields of computer science: Object Oriented programming, Mobile programming, Functional programming, Web security, Reverse engineering, Malicious Code, Kernel programming, Network programing, Artificial intelligence, 3D programming, and many other areas of programming and IT.

Campus 19 shares the proven curriculum of Ecole 42 in Paris. There are more than a hundred projects our students can explore. When you complete a project, you move to the next one, and discover multiple aspects of programming and IT.

It takes an average of 12 to 18 months to complete the common core. However, the range can vary from 6 months to 24 months, depending on the individual.

You progress in the curriculum by completing projects and getting points. With these points you level up and unlock more projects and specialization branches. You can also master different skills, complete quests and achievements. Students can compare their levels to know how far they are in the curriculum.

Yes! Once a student in Campus 19, our doors will always be open for you! Alumni can come back to continue their studies any time they want and we would love for them to stay a part of the Campus 19 community and share their new-found knowledge from the real world with other students.

Enter your campus’ rules At Campus 19, you do not receive an accredited degree, as this educational model is does not correspond to any traditional definition. However, we do not believe this to be a problem in the technology sector, given that companies tend to only care about what you can do, who you are and how you work. More, thanks to our experience in the Brussels campus, we notice companies are very interested in our students. Most of them get an offer before the end of their internship.

During Campus 19’s program, you build your own personal portfolio. Upon graduation, you’ll receive a certificate as proof that you completed the program. In our partner school 42, 100% of graduates are well-employed. Many students already get offers from companies in the early stage of their studies. Lastly, we want to add that in tech, you never stop learning. It is constantly evolving, and so will you! visits.

Would you like to? If so, this is definitely possible. But it is more likely that you will develop new skills and interests and find other digital-related positions. Companies and organizations in all industries are affected by technology and digital transformation. More often than not, these roles are multi-disciplinary and require you to collaborate in teams.

Completing the course gives you access to many positions and jobs in the digital world, from startups to worldwide leading companies in existing roles or those yet to be invented. With the skills you acquire at Campus 19 and peers that you’ll work with on a daily basis, you may even decide you want to build your own company. 30% of students in Ecole 42 have done just that.

Campus 19 won’t teach you how to solve a specific problem, or how to use a tool. Our school will teach you how to learn, how to understand the tools you use. After Campus 19, you will have the ability to solve hard problems, because you’ll be used to thinking critically, seeking and sharing knowledge. We will not lock you in into a specific technology. Technology changes every year anyways. You will be able to develop and maintain relevant skills throughout your career.

Yes. Level 21 students are top level programmers suitable for top jobs and responsibilities and are able to join the most selective software companies.

It is key to your learning process that you find and arrange both internships required to validate the program independently. Campus 19 has partnered with great companies who are committed to providing internships for our students. However, those are limited opportunities and will still require that students show initiative and go through the company’s selection process.

In Campus 19, we strongly recommend that students pursue career paths they are passionate about. We’ll support this by offering a great education and regular opportunities to meet up with companies and organizations (hackathons, speakers, workshops, etc.)

Yes it is. We will not charge you before, during or after your studies. This school is funded by a network of different sponsors. Our mission is that everyone should have access to education, no matter their previous education, economical background or financial situation. Money should not be in the way of your passion and dreams!

It is possible to work on your projects remotely from a personal computer, but you won’t have access to the school’s servers. Because students need to work in teams, the school is still the best environment to meet and work together. This dependability that you and your peers share will naturally bring you to the school.

At Campus 19, you check in and check out whenever you like. We recognize students may have unique life situations or experience peak of productivity at different schedules. Because the program is heavily centered on teamwork, students learn to self-organize.

It is not impossible. However, the experience with students that combine their studies with a job or another course is that it is quite difficult. In order to succeed at Campus 19, you will have to spend a large part of your time at the school (during the piscine you’ll spend a lot of hours weekly on your study, and after that, an average of thirty to forty hours per week to progress in good pace).

We highly recommend that you don’t stop your studies, at least for the course of the basic studies. The studies require commitment, but there is always the possibility to take a short break, for a week or two. Instead of just stopping the studies altogether, we recommend that you get in touch with the educational staff to review your situation. If after this discussion pausing your studies is the right way to continue for you, it is possible. You will then be welcome to resume from where you were when you come back.

Once the online application opens, it’ll stay open always. Your online test scores are saved for 1 year and you can choose which check-in and piscine dates you want to sign up for.

You do not need a laptop during the piscine. Both campuses will be equipped with iMacs to serve all students. During the studies, it is okay to use your own laptop, but it is not required and you’ll need to submit your work on the school’s iMacs for correction.

No! Certainly, mathematical skills can be useful when coding, but the most important skill you need is logic.

Campus 19 offers a program with a world class curriculum that challenges students with projects of increased complexity. Every problem is unique and it requires you to think outside of the box, with other talented and motivated peers.

Applications are always open. Clicking “Apply” in the main navigation and create an account on our admissions portal https://admission.s19.be/users/sign_in. After registration, you need to try our online test. If you succeed, you’ll need to participate for a check-in event. Finally, you’ll need to clear the last hurdle, the ‘Piscine’ – a 4-week immersive coding training that defines who gets in the school.

Campus 19 only requires that applicants pass the online test and attend a check-in event, before subscribing for a Piscine. Due to high demand, check-in events have limited spots and are filled on a first-come-first-serve basis, through the applications website. Piscine spots are filled through random selection.

During the Piscine, the applicant will be mainly evaluated based on their progress and team-work.

Instead of having a certain background, education or degree, we expect applicants to be visionaries who are motivated and committed to the program. Having said that, we request that applicants are at least 18 by the time they start in the piscine or that at least, they can prove they obtained a high school diploma (in case <18y).

The online test can be done from anywhere in the world. Afterwards is a couple of weeks before the piscine starts you’re required to confirm that you’ll take a spot in it.

This number varies each year and depends on how well applicants do in the piscines. We take everyone in who succeeds.

Enter your campus’ rules You need logical thinking and a problem-solving attitude. You need to be able to adapt and overcome difficulties, be proactive, curious, creative, thorough, and be able to collaborate. registration certificates.

Not at all! There’s no evidence those who coded prior to the Selection Piscine do significantly better during it than those who didn’t.

The piscine, or just piscine, is a four week long trial period. During the piscine, you will discover the basics of coding from scratch. No prerequisites of any kind are needed: no previous degrees, no coding experience. This period will be very intensive and requires commitment. Don’t expect laid-back weekends… There is no fixed amount of applicants to be selected. This means there is no competition between applicants and anyone can be selected – as long as they can swim.

See our calendar for the next dates.

That is totally okay! Applicants are free to leave the admissions process at any point. You can just walk out, with no strings attached. Although the educational staff would really appreciate learning the reasons why. Who knows, maybe talking it through with someone can change your mind!

Yes. The beginning of your studies are a continuation of the Piscine, so it is much better for you to not interrupt the learning process. Also, if you know you might not be able to enroll in the school right after the Piscine, it would be fair to leave the spot from someone who is eager to start.

To find an internship, you have several choices:
After the Minishell project, a mini-internship at the Bocal.
After the Transcendence project, an internship at Le Bocal.
Find an internship by yourself.
Please note that when you look for an internship, it must follow the following standard: 

[https://www.bruxellesformation.brussels/je-renforce-mon-equipe/proposer-un-stage/convention-immersion-professionnelle/]

No, in the case of an internship organized during the contract period, this has the effect of breaking the said contract. Internships must be done outside the contract period.

You must do 120 hours per month on site. These are counted when you are logged in on one of the school’s stations. This will determine the money you will receive for your training. 

Forem : 1 euro / hour

Actiris : 2 euros / hour

Yes, you have the possibility to renew this contract but it requires you to participate in a 4 to 6 month internship. This gives you access to a new 1-year contract.

You must be registered at Actiris if you are in the Brussels-Capital region, or at Forem if you are in the Walloon region. During your first year, you will continue to receive your family allowances, and then after your integration course, you will be entitled to your unemployment benefits.

The contract with Bruxelles Formation lasts 1 year, 10 months plus a possible extension of 2 months. This contract is established with Lauriel in Le Bocal.