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STUDY IN EUROPE
Undergraduate & postgraduate study
Undergraduate & postgraduate study
Study in Denmark
Project-based study and research pathways in engineering, sustainability, life sciences and design.
Undergraduate tuition
€6,000–€16,000
non-EU national range / year · EUR
Typical fee range
2026 national guidance
Postgraduate tuition
€6,000–€16,000
non-EU national range / year · EUR
Typical fee range
2026 national guidance
Living budget / month
€1,000–€1,700
Reference budget · see conditions below
Why students choose Denmark
English-taught master’s courses offer routes into engineering, computing and life sciences. English undergraduate availability is more limited and institution-specific.
Copenhagen, Aarhus and Odense offer different academic and city experiences. Plan for substantial living costs and build Danish skills for a wider job search.
Explore strengths in
Engineering
Technology
Design
Business
Universities & courses
Undergraduate courses
- Engineering
- Computer science
- Business administration
- Design
- Biotechnology
- Economics
Postgraduate courses
- Sustainable energy
- Data science
- Biotechnology
- Management
- Architecture
- Computer science
Universities & institutions
QS World University Rankings 2027 · Overall
University of Copenhagen
QS 2027 · =90 overallAarhus University
QS 2027 · =128 overallTechnical University of Denmark
QS 2027 · 105 overallIntakes & start dates
When can you start?
August/September is a common start. Selected courses also start in January/February, including some Aarhus master’s programmes. Confirm the specific intake and non-EU deadline; neither a spring start nor English teaching is available on every degree.
Start dates vary by programme.
Tuition & living costs
Typical fee range
2026 national guidance
Typical fee range
2026 national guidance
What these tuition figures coverNon-EU/EEA students typically pay EUR 6,000–16,000 per year for bachelor’s or master’s study. The published country guide provides a shared range, not separate national degree averages. Exemptions depend on citizenship or residence; invoices may be in Danish kroner.
The same Commission profile gives about EUR 1,000–1,700 monthly. Copenhagen housing can be especially expensive. Use a current accommodation offer for your budget; daily spending is in Danish kroner (DKK).
Part-time work & careers
90 hours / month · September–May
A student permit for a state-approved higher-education programme normally permits 90 hours per calendar month from September to May, and full-time work in June, July and August. Non-state-approved programmes have different rules: applications from 2 May 2025 generally bring no work right, subject to specified exceptions. Check the approval status and your permit.
After your degree
For applications made on or after 1 October 2026, state-approved degrees below PhD generally lead to a six-month or one-year job-seeking permit, depending on the qualification. Earlier applications generally follow the six-month or three-year framework; PhD graduates generally retain three years. The study work limit continues during job seeking unless an additional unrestricted work permit is granted.
Career fields to investigate
Notable student cities
Copenhagen
A broad research and business environment, with a demanding housing budget.
Aarhus
A large university community and courses spanning science, business and engineering.
Odense
University study alongside robotics and technology activity in a smaller city setting.