Denmark is situated in Scandinavia in northern Europe. It is the southernmost of the Nordic countries and consists of the greater part of the Jutland Peninsula. Denmark’s capital, Copenhagen – often called the Paris of the North – has an old, historical center and a large network of pedestrian streets, bicycle paths, and parks. Denmark has much to offer such as high quality of living, social security, a clean environment and an attractive business climate with high standards in education and research, and an international outlook. In Denmark, you will enjoy the informal atmosphere in class at university, an international approach to education as well as a large array of progressive study programs.
Denmark is one of the most egalitarian societies in the world. The Danish welfare model ensures a healthy work-life balance as well as free education and healthcare for all. As an international student in Denmark you too will benefit from our efficient public services.
Universities and other higher education institutions in Denmark offers a wide selection of degree programmes and individual courses taught fully in English. It makes it easy for international to find attractive study opportunities in Denmark. Denmark currently hosts almost 23,000 international tertiary level students – including almost 200 from India according to UNESCO 2012 assessment. The Danish higher education system has a good reputation around the world, and 3 Danish universities featured in the Global Top 200 of the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2015-2016.
The Danish educational system is designed to promote creativity, innovation, analytical and critical thinking. As a student in Denmark, you will be met by an up-to-date learning environment where you can learn from industry experts and undertake internships in internationally recognised organisations. More than that, to ease your pathway to study in Denmark, the country offers various scholarships programs to international students. Some of the scholarships offered are Danish government scholarships or highly qualified non-EU/EEA students and Doctorate Scholarship (PhD position) in Danish Institutions of Higher Education.