English requirements

All higher education programmes in Denmark require a high standard of English.

Applicants to English-taught undergraduate and postgraduate programmes must, as a minimum, prove English proficiency comparable to 'English B' in the Danish upper secondary school (gymnasium).

Some programmes require 'English A', which is one level higher than 'English B'.

To prove a satisfactory proficiency in English, the language tests TOEFL, IELTS and Cambridge ESOL examinations (CAE) are often used.

The score equivalents are determined by the individual institution, so to be certain check out their language requirements. Based upon a rough average of previous requirements, here is an estimate of the ranges you can expect:

Note: * Some programmes require 'English A', which is one level higher than 'English B'.

Applicants who are native English speakers must also submit proof of English proficiency equivalent to at least English B level in Denmark.

Educational institutions can offer a specially designed test for these applicants, which can document the applicant's English level.

Requirements for admission into Danish-taught study programmes

If you are able to study in Danish you can find courses and degree programmes taught in Danish at www.ug.dk. 

For admission into these programmes you must prove a satisfactory level of proficiency in Danish by taking the test called ‘Danish as a Foreign Language’ (‘Studieprøven i dansk som andetsprog’) or ‘Danish Test 2’ (‘Danskprøve 2’).

Some programmes may require that you have passed ‘Danish Test 3’ (‘Danskprøve 3’). Read more at ufm.dk.

Note that as an international student you can take Danish lessons for free. This way you may enroll first in an English-taught undergraduate programme and then continue your education in Danish at the graduate level once you have achieved the required Danish language skills.