Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – More than 5,000 visitors attended the Royal Military Academy in Brussels during their Sunday ‘Open Campus Day’. According to the KMS, the current year proved “successful”.
The Royal Military School (KMS) in Brussels hosted its annual ‘Open Campus Day’ on Sunday, drawing over 5,000 visitors. The event demonstrated Belgian Defence officer training opportunities by providing audience participation through simulator exercises and virtual cyber attack simulation scenarios.
The KMS described the day as a “successful year,” reflecting on the strong public interest in the institution. On Open Campus Day, the Royal Military School presented itself to its public audience by sharing all aspects of officer training together with Defense career opportunities, which serves as Belgium’s sole military university. People who visited the institution took part in simulator-based military drills and experienced simulated cyber threats as part of their activities.
During the event, participants discovered multiple career choices in Defence and got practical opportunities which expanded their understanding of military life. The KMS revealed an identical participant count from last year, which demonstrates ongoing public enthusiasm for the institution and its programs.
What is the history of the Royal Military School and its open campus day?
The Royal Military School (KMS) in Brussels, established in 1834, is Belgium’s only military university and serves as a key institution for training officers for the Belgian Defence. It offers a range of academic and military programs, attracting students from across the country.
The annual Open Campus Day, a long-standing tradition, aims to bridge the gap between the military and civilian populations by showcasing officer training, career opportunities, and Defence operations. In recent years, the event has consistently drawn over 5,000 visitors, reflecting sustained public interest. The Belgian Defence sector has seen growing engagement, with over 10,000 new applications for military roles reported in 2022.
