Q1Is Denmark free for Indian students?+
Generally no. Students from outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland normally pay tuition for full-degree study. Current annual tuition is broadly around €6,000–€16,000, but the exact fee is set by the institution and programme.
Q2Are Danish public universities good?+
Yes. Denmark's public universities include the University of Copenhagen, Aarhus University, DTU, Aalborg University, University of Southern Denmark, CBS and Roskilde University. The right choice still depends on programme fit rather than the university name alone.
Q3Can I study in Denmark in English?+
Yes. Danish higher-education institutions offer a large range of English-taught programmes. Study in Denmark currently lists more than 500 English-taught study programmes.
Q4Do I need IELTS for Denmark?+
English-taught programmes require proof of the required level of English, but the exact accepted test and score are set by the institution/programme. IELTS, TOEFL and Cambridge qualifications are commonly used.
Q5Can I apply to Denmark after Class 12 from India?+
Potentially, yes. Your Indian upper-secondary qualification must satisfy the Danish programme's entry requirements. Some programmes have subject-level requirements, quotas or other selection rules, so eligibility must be checked programme by programme.
Q6What is the deadline for Bachelor's applications?+
For applicants with international or non-Danish upper-secondary qualifications, the general Optagelse.dk deadline is 15 March at 12:00 noon CET. Programme-specific rules and admission tests can also apply.
Q7What is the deadline for Master's applications?+
Master's deadlines are set by individual universities and programmes. They can differ substantially, so the selected university's current deadline should always be checked.
Q8How much tuition does Denmark cost?+
Study in Denmark gives a broad annual full-degree tuition range of €6,000–€16,000 for students who have to pay. Exact fees vary by institution and programme.
Q9How much money do I need for the Denmark residence permit?+
For higher education, the 2026 self-support reference is DKK 7,426 per month, up to DKK 89,112 for 12 months. If you have paid tuition in Denmark, the financial-documentation rules can differ.
Q10How many hours can a student work in Denmark?+
For state-approved higher-education programmes, the current limited work permit allows up to 90 hours per month during September through May and full-time work in June, July and August.
Q11Can I stay in Denmark after graduation?+
Graduates of approved full educational programmes can generally receive a residence permit for job seeking. Under current rules, professional Bachelor’s, Bachelor’s, Master’s and PhD graduates can in applicable cases receive up to three years.
Q12Is a PhD in Denmark funded?+
Many Danish PhD positions are advertised with scholarships or employment arrangements, but funding varies by position and institution. A PhD can also have tuition arrangements that differ from ordinary degree study.
Q13Can I bring family to Denmark as a student?+
Rules depend on the specific education and residence permit category. Non-state-approved higher-education programmes have additional restrictions for applications from 2 May 2025 onward, so the exact SIRI rules must be checked.
Q14Is Denmark better for Master's than Bachelor's?+
For international students, Denmark has a particularly broad English-taught postgraduate portfolio. Bachelor's options exist but are more limited and programme-specific, so the best route depends on your academic profile and available English-taught courses.
