Universities in Denmark

SubjectsEngineering · Information Technology · Social Sciences · Design · Humanities · Medical Sciences

Accreditation

Danmarks Akkrediteringsinstitution (Danish Accreditation Institution). Verify on the public registry · last verified 2026-05-10.

English

IELTS or TOEFL required for English-taught programs; English-medium offering strong at Master's level

Tuition

Free for EU/EEA students. Non-EU/EEA tuition typically €8,000–€14,000 per year.

Scholarships

yes

Founded 1974. Headquartered in Aalborg with additional campuses in Copenhagen and Esbjerg. Internationally recognized for its Problem-Based Learning (PBL) pedagogical model. Strong emphasis on engineering, IT, and applied research. Notable South Asian engineering and IT student community.

SubjectsArchitecture · Urban Design · Heritage and Transformation · Sustainability

Accreditation

Danish Accreditation Institution (Danmarks Akkrediteringsinstitution); Danish Agency for Higher Education and Science; European Higher Education Area (EHEA / Bologna Process since 1999). Verify on the public registry · last verified 2026-05-16.

English

Danish is primary; English-medium widely available, esp. Master's in business, engineering, IT. Typical: IELTS 6.5+ / TOEFL iBT 83+.

Tuition

EU/EEA/Swiss: TUITION-FREE at public Danish unis. Non-EU/EEA: DKK 50,000-150,000 (~EUR 6,700-20,000)/yr. Cost of living EUR 1,200-1,800/mo Copenhagen, EUR 800-1,200/mo smaller cities.

Scholarships

Limited

Contact

University contact page

Deadlines

View official deadlinesDanish academic year begins late August / early September. Non-EU/EEA applicants generally apply by 15 January for autumn entry; EU/EEA applicants by 15 March.

Founded in 1965, Aarhus School of Architecture is one of Denmark's two specialist higher education institutions for architecture (alongside the Royal Danish Academy in Copenhagen). Approximately 800 students. Particular reputation for sustainability, heritage transformation, and contemporary urban design. ⚠️ Collector file URL 'aarhus.dk' was the city of Aarhus website, not the architecture school; corrected to verified aarch.dk.

SubjectsEngineering · Business · Arts · Natural Sciences · Health Sciences · Social Sciences · Humanities

Accreditation

Danmarks Akkrediteringsinstitution (Danish Accreditation Institution). Verify on the public registry · last verified 2026-05-10.

English

IELTS or TOEFL required; 50+ Bachelor's and Master's programs offered in English; all PhD programs in English

Tuition

Free for EU/EEA students. Non-EU/EEA tuition typically €8,000–€14,800 per year.

Scholarships

yes

Founded 1928. Comprehensive research university with main campus in Aarhus and additional facilities in Copenhagen, Roskilde, Silkeborg, Foulum, and Herning. Approximately 12% of students are international, drawn from 120 countries. Ranks among the top 150 globally.

SubjectsBusiness · Finance · Economics · Management · Digital Management · Marketing

Accreditation

Danmarks Akkrediteringsinstitution (Danish Accreditation Institution). Verify on the public registry · last verified 2026-05-10.

English

IELTS or TOEFL required; substantial English-medium offering at Bachelor's and Master's levels

Tuition

Free for EU/EEA students. Non-EU/EEA tuition varies by program (verify with university).

Scholarships

limited

Subject-focused: business, finance, economics, and management only — not a comprehensive university. Founded 1917. Located in Frederiksberg (Copenhagen). 22,000+ students, making it one of Europe's largest business schools. Globally recognized MBA program. Strong fit if you specifically want business or finance credentials.

SubjectsJournalism · Photojournalism · TV and Media Production · Communication · Visual Communication · Graphic Design

Accreditation

Danish Accreditation Institution (Danmarks Akkrediteringsinstitution); Danish Agency for Higher Education and Science; European Higher Education Area (EHEA / Bologna Process since 1999). Verify on the public registry · last verified 2026-05-16.

English

Danish is primary; English-medium widely available, esp. Master's in business, engineering, IT. Typical: IELTS 6.5+ / TOEFL iBT 83+.

Tuition

EU/EEA/Swiss: TUITION-FREE at public Danish unis. Non-EU/EEA: DKK 50,000-150,000 (~EUR 6,700-20,000)/yr. Cost of living EUR 1,200-1,800/mo Copenhagen, EUR 800-1,200/mo smaller cities.

Scholarships

Limited

Contact

University contact page

Deadlines

View official deadlinesDanish academic year begins late August / early September. Non-EU/EEA applicants generally apply by 15 January for autumn entry; EU/EEA applicants by 15 March.

Founded in 1946 as the Danish School of Journalism, becoming DMJX in 2008 through merger with the Danish School of Media. Denmark's specialist higher education institution for journalism, media production, and communication. Approximately 1,500 students. Main campus in Aarhus with additional facilities in Copenhagen. ⚠️ Collector file URL 'danish.dk' was incorrect/fabricated; corrected to verified dmjx.dk.

SubjectsIndustrial Design · Communication Design · Fashion and Textile Design · Accessory Design · Game and Interaction Design

Accreditation

Danish Accreditation Institution (Danmarks Akkrediteringsinstitution); Danish Agency for Higher Education and Science; European Higher Education Area (EHEA / Bologna Process since 1999). Verify on the public registry · last verified 2026-05-16.

English

Danish is primary; English-medium widely available, esp. Master's in business, engineering, IT. Typical: IELTS 6.5+ / TOEFL iBT 83+.

Tuition

EU/EEA/Swiss: TUITION-FREE at public Danish unis. Non-EU/EEA: DKK 50,000-150,000 (~EUR 6,700-20,000)/yr. Cost of living EUR 1,200-1,800/mo Copenhagen, EUR 800-1,200/mo smaller cities.

Scholarships

Limited

Contact

University contact page

Deadlines

View official deadlinesDanish academic year begins late August / early September. Non-EU/EEA applicants generally apply by 15 January for autumn entry; EU/EEA applicants by 15 March.

Founded in 1967, Design School Kolding is one of Denmark's specialist higher education institutions for design — alongside the Royal Danish Academy in Copenhagen. Approximately 350 students. Highly selective admission via portfolio. Located in Kolding in southern Jutland with strong industry orientation in fashion, textile, and product design. ⚠️ Collector file URL 'design.dk' was incorrect; corrected to verified designskolenkolding.dk.

SubjectsComputer Science · Software Development · Data Science · Digital Design · Business IT

Accreditation

Danmarks Akkrediteringsinstitution (Danish Accreditation Institution). Verify on the public registry · last verified 2026-05-10.

English

IELTS or TOEFL required; substantial English-medium offering at Master's level

Tuition

Free for EU/EEA students. Non-EU/EEA tuition typically €12,500–€14,000 per year.

Scholarships

limited

Subject-focused: information technology only (computer science, software development, data science, digital design, business IT) — not a comprehensive university. Founded 1999. Public autonomous university located in Copenhagen. Strong fit if you specifically want software, data, or digital-design credentials.

SubjectsDesign · Technology · Business · Digital Concept Development · Fashion Design · Production Technology · Architectural Technology

Accreditation

Danish Accreditation Institution (Danmarks Akkrediteringsinstitution); Danish Agency for Higher Education and Science; European Higher Education Area (EHEA / Bologna Process since 1999). Verify on the public registry · last verified 2026-05-16.

English

Danish is primary; English-medium widely available, esp. Master's in business, engineering, IT. Typical: IELTS 6.5+ / TOEFL iBT 83+.

Tuition

EU/EEA/Swiss: TUITION-FREE at public Danish unis. Non-EU/EEA: DKK 50,000-150,000 (~EUR 6,700-20,000)/yr. Cost of living EUR 1,200-1,800/mo Copenhagen, EUR 800-1,200/mo smaller cities.

Scholarships

Limited

Contact

University contact page

Deadlines

View official deadlinesDanish academic year begins late August / early September. Non-EU/EEA applicants generally apply by 15 January for autumn entry; EU/EEA applicants by 15 March.

Founded in 2008 from the merger of specialist Copenhagen colleges in design and technology, KEA is Denmark's principal specialist institution at the intersection of design, technology, and business. Approximately 4,500 students. Strong industry orientation reflecting Copenhagen's role as a Nordic design capital.

SubjectsHumanities · Humanistic Technologies · Social Sciences · Natural Sciences

Accreditation

Danmarks Akkrediteringsinstitution (Danish Accreditation Institution). Verify on the public registry · last verified 2026-05-10.

English

IELTS or TOEFL required for English-taught programs

Tuition

Free for EU/EEA students. Non-EU/EEA tuition typically €7,500–€15,000 per year.

Scholarships

limited

Founded 1972. Smaller research university east of central Roskilde, distinctive for its problem-oriented, project-based interdisciplinary teaching model (tværfaglige studier). Programs span four areas: humanities, humanistic technologies, social sciences, and natural sciences.

SubjectsEngineering · Civil Engineering · Mechanical Engineering · Electrical Engineering · Chemical Engineering · Biotechnology · Applied Sciences · Technology

Accreditation

Danmarks Akkrediteringsinstitution (Danish Accreditation Institution). Verify on the public registry · last verified 2026-05-10.

English

IELTS or TOEFL required; majority of Master's programs taught in English

Tuition

Free for EU/EEA students. Non-EU/EEA tuition typically €13,500–€16,000 per year (verify current rates).

Scholarships

yes

Subject-focused: engineering and applied sciences only — not a comprehensive university. Founded 1829 by physicist H.C. Ørsted. Located in Kongens Lyngby, a Copenhagen suburb. Among Europe's top technical universities; ranks in the global top 100 for engineering. Approximately 20% of scientific staff recruited internationally. Strong South Asian engineering student community.

SubjectsEducation · Health Sciences · Social Education · Nursing

Accreditation

Danish Accreditation Institution (Danmarks Akkrediteringsinstitution); Danish Agency for Higher Education and Science; European Higher Education Area (EHEA / Bologna Process since 1999). Verify on the public registry · last verified 2026-05-16.

English

Danish is primary; English-medium widely available, esp. Master's in business, engineering, IT. Typical: IELTS 6.5+ / TOEFL iBT 83+.

Tuition

EU/EEA/Swiss: TUITION-FREE at public Danish unis. Non-EU/EEA: DKK 50,000-150,000 (~EUR 6,700-20,000)/yr. Cost of living EUR 1,200-1,800/mo Copenhagen, EUR 800-1,200/mo smaller cities.

Scholarships

Limited

Contact

University contact page

Deadlines

View official deadlinesDanish academic year begins late August / early September. Non-EU/EEA applicants generally apply by 15 January for autumn entry; EU/EEA applicants by 15 March.

Founded in 2008 from the merger of regional southern Jutland institutions, UC SYD serves southern Denmark from campuses in Esbjerg, Kolding, Haderslev, Sønderborg, and Aabenraa. Approximately 6,000 students. Particular strengths in teacher education and nursing.

SubjectsBusiness · Engineering · Education · Health · IT · Communication

Accreditation

Danish Accreditation Institution (Danmarks Akkrediteringsinstitution); Danish Agency for Higher Education and Science; European Higher Education Area (EHEA / Bologna Process since 1999). Verify on the public registry · last verified 2026-05-16.

English

Danish is primary; English-medium widely available, esp. Master's in business, engineering, IT. Typical: IELTS 6.5+ / TOEFL iBT 83+.

Tuition

EU/EEA/Swiss: TUITION-FREE at public Danish unis. Non-EU/EEA: DKK 50,000-150,000 (~EUR 6,700-20,000)/yr. Cost of living EUR 1,200-1,800/mo Copenhagen, EUR 800-1,200/mo smaller cities.

Scholarships

Limited

Contact

University contact page

Deadlines

View official deadlinesDanish academic year begins late August / early September. Non-EU/EEA applicants generally apply by 15 January for autumn entry; EU/EEA applicants by 15 March.

Founded in 2018 through the merger of Lillebaelt Academy and University College Lillebaelt (the institution the collector referenced under the older name), UCL University College serves the Funen and southern Jutland regions with campuses in Odense, Vejle, Svendborg, and Jelling. Approximately 10,000 students. Combines academy professional degrees (kortere uddannelser) and professional bachelor's degrees.

SubjectsEducation · Health and Nursing · Social Education · Nutrition · Physiotherapy

Accreditation

Danish Accreditation Institution (Danmarks Akkrediteringsinstitution); Danish Agency for Higher Education and Science; European Higher Education Area (EHEA / Bologna Process since 1999). Verify on the public registry · last verified 2026-05-16.

English

Danish is primary; English-medium widely available, esp. Master's in business, engineering, IT. Typical: IELTS 6.5+ / TOEFL iBT 83+.

Tuition

EU/EEA/Swiss: TUITION-FREE at public Danish unis. Non-EU/EEA: DKK 50,000-150,000 (~EUR 6,700-20,000)/yr. Cost of living EUR 1,200-1,800/mo Copenhagen, EUR 800-1,200/mo smaller cities.

Scholarships

Limited

Contact

University contact page

Deadlines

View official deadlinesDanish academic year begins late August / early September. Non-EU/EEA applicants generally apply by 15 January for autumn entry; EU/EEA applicants by 15 March.

Founded in 2008 from the merger of multiple Copenhagen-region university colleges, becoming Københavns Professionshøjskole in 2018, KP is Denmark's largest professional bachelor's institution by enrolment. Approximately 19,000 students. Primary focus on training teachers, nurses, physiotherapists, social educators, and nutritionists for the Danish public sector.

SubjectsBusiness · Technology · Health · Education · Social Education

Accreditation

Danish Accreditation Institution (Danmarks Akkrediteringsinstitution); Danish Agency for Higher Education and Science; European Higher Education Area (EHEA / Bologna Process since 1999). Verify on the public registry · last verified 2026-05-16.

English

Danish is primary; English-medium widely available, esp. Master's in business, engineering, IT. Typical: IELTS 6.5+ / TOEFL iBT 83+.

Tuition

EU/EEA/Swiss: TUITION-FREE at public Danish unis. Non-EU/EEA: DKK 50,000-150,000 (~EUR 6,700-20,000)/yr. Cost of living EUR 1,200-1,800/mo Copenhagen, EUR 800-1,200/mo smaller cities.

Scholarships

Limited

Contact

University contact page

Deadlines

View official deadlinesDanish academic year begins late August / early September. Non-EU/EEA applicants generally apply by 15 January for autumn entry; EU/EEA applicants by 15 March.

Founded in 2008 from the merger of regional Northern Jutland institutions. Approximately 11,000 students across campuses in Aalborg, Hjørring, and Thisted. Offers professional bachelor's degrees in applied fields with significant English-medium programme availability for international students.

SubjectsHumanities · Health Sciences · Medicine · Nursing · Dentistry · Pharmacy · Law · Life Sciences · Natural Sciences · Social Sciences · Theology

Accreditation

Danmarks Akkrediteringsinstitution (Danish Accreditation Institution). Verify on the public registry · last verified 2026-05-10.

English

IELTS or TOEFL required for English-taught programs; many Master's and PhD programs taught in English

Tuition

Free for EU/EEA students. Non-EU/EEA tuition typically €8,000–€15,000 per year depending on program.

Scholarships

yes

Founded 1479 — Denmark's oldest and largest university, second-oldest in Scandinavia. 38,000+ students, 200+ study programs across all major fields including medicine, law, theology, and natural sciences. Ranks among the top 100 universities globally per QS. Major international hub for healthcare and research programs.

SubjectsEngineering · Humanities · Health Sciences · Business · Natural Sciences · Social Sciences

Accreditation

Danmarks Akkrediteringsinstitution (Danish Accreditation Institution). Verify on the public registry · last verified 2026-05-10.

English

IELTS or TOEFL required for English-taught programs; substantial English-medium offering at Master's level

Tuition

Free for EU/EEA students. Non-EU/EEA tuition typically €6,500–€13,500 per year.

Scholarships

yes

Founded 1998 through merger of Odense University (founded 1966), the Southern Denmark School of Business and Engineering, and the South Jutland University Centre. Main campus in Odense; additional campuses in Kolding, Esbjerg, Sønderborg, Slagelse, and Copenhagen. Affiliated with Odense University Hospital (OUH) for clinical training.

SubjectsEngineering · Business · Education · Health · Design · Animation

Accreditation

Danish Accreditation Institution (Danmarks Akkrediteringsinstitution); Danish Agency for Higher Education and Science; European Higher Education Area (EHEA / Bologna Process since 1999). Verify on the public registry · last verified 2026-05-16.

English

Danish is primary; English-medium widely available, esp. Master's in business, engineering, IT. Typical: IELTS 6.5+ / TOEFL iBT 83+.

Tuition

EU/EEA/Swiss: TUITION-FREE at public Danish unis. Non-EU/EEA: DKK 50,000-150,000 (~EUR 6,700-20,000)/yr. Cost of living EUR 1,200-1,800/mo Copenhagen, EUR 800-1,200/mo smaller cities.

Scholarships

Limited

Contact

University contact page

Deadlines

View official deadlinesDanish academic year begins late August / early September. Non-EU/EEA applicants generally apply by 15 January for autumn entry; EU/EEA applicants by 15 March.

Founded in 2008 from the merger of multiple Danish university colleges, VIA University College serves central Jutland from campuses in Aarhus, Horsens, Holstebro, Viborg, Randers, Silkeborg, and Herning. Approximately 20,000 students — Denmark's largest university college. Offers professional bachelor's degrees in applied fields including engineering, business, education, health, and animation. Note on Danish HE structure: University colleges (professionshøjskoler) deliver applied professional bachelor's degrees distinct from research universities; both are publicly funded.