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Studying in Denmark

Project-based learning and a strong student welfare system

EuropeMid budget2 universitiesEnglish-taught bachelor'sPost-graduation work rights

Danish education is built on problem-based learning. Copenhagen and Aarhus offer English-taught bachelor's, and student quality of life is high.

Who is it for?

  • •Those who learn through projects and teamwork
  • •Those at the intersection of engineering and design
  • •Those who want the Scandinavian lifestyle

Watch out for

  • •Living costs are high
  • •Non-EU quotas are limited

Strong fields

DesignEngineeringLife sciencesSustainable energyBusiness

Education system

Degree lengthBachelor's 3 years
Grading7-step scale (12 is highest)
Academic calendarSeptember intake

Application system

PlatformCentral application via optagelse.dk
DocumentsTranscript, Language certificate, Motivation letter, Maths level certificate
Deadlines15 March (15 January for non-EU)

Exam requirements

Academic examsHigh school grades; a uniform test in some programs
EnglishIELTS 6.5 / TOEFL 88

Costs

TuitionNon-EU 10,000–17,000 € / year
Living costs1,000–1,400 € / month
Annual total22,000–33,000 € per year

Scholarships

  • •Danish Government Scholarships
  • •University partial scholarships

Visa & work rights

Student visaStudent residence permit
Working while studying20 hours per week
After graduation3-year job-seeking permit (establishment card)

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