Entry requirements and study details

What do I need to do in order to be admitted as exchange student at Copenhagen North?

You need to be a student of one of our International University Partners.
Every year we send e-mails with information to our partners. You have to contact the International Office of your home university for details, visit the Admission - Exchange students section of our website and if you have questions, write an e-mail to Raluca Petras – JLIB_HTML_CLOAKING .

Is it possible to prolong my stay to two semesters if I have only signed up for one semester?  

We strongly suggest that you make that decision when you first fill in the application form.
However, in exceptional situation, if you want to prolong your exchange period, the first thing you have to do is request permission from your home university. When/If you have obtained your permission, make a written enquiry to Raluca Petras JLIB_HTML_CLOAKING , no later than 3 weeks before the new semester starts.
Your lecturers at Copenhagen North will be contacted before any decision is made.

Am I going to attend a study programme that is developed especially for ERASMUS students?

No – you will be considered as a regular student and participate under the same conditions as any other student. You will be studying in classes with Danish as well as foreign students.

Is it possible to compose my own study programme selecting lectures from different programmes?

No – all teaching is interdisciplinary and most exams are interdisciplinary too. This means that you have to attend all lectures in one specific programme that you have applied for.

How many hours of study are there per day? 

It depends on the programme.
Most days at Copenhagen North are split in 4 blocks of approximately 110 minutes each.
There is a lunch break of 30-45 minutes at 12.00.
You can have 2, 3 or even 4 blocks a day, depending on the programme, semester and other factors. There are also study days when you do not have lectures in blocks but you work in your team with cases or projects. You will find out more about this when you start school.

Do we get grades?  

Yes, you do. There are several ways in which a project, assignment or exam can be graded and this is in close connection with the way of teaching at Copenhagen North.
The teaching at Copenhagen North is interdisciplinary and case and/or project oriented. You will be involved in many team activities and you will work with real business life cases.
Projects and exams may be interdisciplinary as well. This means that, during a project or exam, you get several questions from different subjects or one question which covers several subjects. You get only one grade for all the subjects of such an exam. There may also be written tests or oral examinations for the individual subjects that will earn you specific grades for the specific subject.
For more information see grade scale.

Is attendance compulsory?  

Yes, it is - although there are no “punishments” for those that do not attend.
Students from NON EU countries must attend classes to prove that they are being active students. Otherwise they will lose their residence permit.

Accommodation

How do I find accommodation?

The Academy will assist exchange students in finding accommodation for the period when they are actively studying. We have a Residence Hall and a Student Villa on the campus. First priority is given to exchange students.
If there is no room available on the campus, the academy will assist you in finding another kind of accommodation.
You will be informed about the accommodation at the latest 2 weeks before your arrival.

Will my room be ready for me when I arrive?

We are trying our best to get the rooms ready for our exchange students.
If you arrive some days before the semester starts and your room is not ready, you must be prepared to find and pay for accommodation yourself in a youth hostel or something similar. In case this happens, you can request information about hostels by writing an e-mail to Raluca Petras – JLIB_HTML_CLOAKING . 

Students’ Residence Hall and Students’ Villa

What equipment is there in my room?

The most necessary furniture.
You will find a pillow and a duvet but you will have to bring you own linen and towels.
You will also find a table, lamp, chair and a small wardrobe.
You will have to buy your own light bulbs as well as the cleaning tools (detergents, cloths, sponges, etc)

Will I share the room with others?

No – all rooms are all single rooms. But you will share your bathroom with other students.

Is there an Internet connection in my room?

Yes, there is a wireless connection on the whole campus.

Are there any washing facilities on the premises?

Students have access to a laundry area (4 washing machines and 3 driers) located in the basement of the Residence Hall.

Do I have to pay for my room before arrival?

No – you will sign the contract and pay a deposit + one month’s rent immediately after your arrival. You will receive more information about this at arrival.

How is the cleaning done?

There is a cleaning company in charge of the corridors, the washing area and the floors in the kitchen, but it is the students’ responsibility to clean their rooms, the toilet and shower and the other areas that they have access to. This includes cleaning after yourself in the kitchen.
It is also the students’ responsibility to buy their own cleaning tools.

If I leave my room in the middle of a month, do I then have to pay for the full month?

Yes

If I arrive in the weekend or during the night, how can I enter my room?

Normally, you will be in contact with a buddy who lives on campus. Please arrange with him/her on how to get access to your room. You will receive more information about this a few weeks after you have applied.

Do I have to pay a deposit for my room?

Yes, all students pay a deposit which is equivalent to two months’ rent. The deposit is refundable, given the good state of your room at your departure. Exchange students pay a nonrefundable administration fee which is equivalent to one month’s rent.

How do I get my deposit back?

Before you leave Denmark you must fill in a form with all the necessary information about your bank account and hand it in to the administrator of the Residence Hall. Please contact the administrator of the Residence Hall before your departure.

Residence Permit, National Registration and other practicalities

Do I need a visa to enter Denmark?

There are different rules for different countries. Non-EU students from specific countries need a visa. If you are in doubt, please contact the Danish Embassy or Consulate in your country, or go to the New to Denmark website to see a list of the countries whose citizens need a visa to enter Denmark.

When do I have to apply for my Residence Permit?

It depends on your nationality. NON-EU students must apply in their home country at the Danish Embassy at the same time they are applying for a visa.
EU-students can apply after their arrival in Denmark.

What is the National Registration – CPR number? 

All inhabitants of Denmark have a National Registration Number (CPR number). This number is needed when you apply for a job, ask for a tax-card, visit the doctor etc.
When you have obtained your residence permit and found a place to live you should go to the local Kommune (Municipality) to apply for your CPR number.
Our students receive detailed information about this aspect at their arrival. For more information please see the National Registration upon arrival section  on our home page.

Where do I find a doctor?

When you have obtained your CPR number you will receive a Yellow Card which stands for your medical insurance. The name and address of your doctor will be on the card. It is free of charge to visit the doctor and the hospital once you have the Yellow Card.
If you get sick before obtaining the Yellow Card then you can go to the Emergency Room of the nearest hospital – Gentofte Hospital.

Do I need a medical insurance during my stay in Denmark?  

Yes, you need a medical insurance that covers at least the first 2 months of your stay or until you get your Yellow Card. It might also be a good idea to have a private insurance for the whole period of your stay, but it is not necessary for the EU citizens that have a Yellow Card.
For more information about the above please see the National Registration upon arrival section on our home page or on the official New to Denmark site.

Finance

Do I have to present a statement of account from a bank proving that I have sufficient means to live in Denmark?

Yes – normally your Erasmus grant will be sufficient.

Will I be able to find a student job?

The exchange grant of our exchange students is usually enough for them to survive. However, students with energy and initiative always find a job. The job is not always relevant for your studies may be house-cleaning, serving in cafés, distributing newspapers etc.
After your arrival we will give you more information and advice on how you can get a part time job.

What is the salary of a student job?

The minimum official salary is around DKK 105 per hour for which taxes will be deducted. This is approximately 13 Euro per hour.
The tax percentage is calculated every year by the National Tax Authority and you can find more information on their web site.

How many hours am I allowed to work per week?

According to the rules for EU citizens, you are allowed to work in Denmark during your study period. You can work around 15 hours a week. However the precise number of hours and the procedure for getting a work permit depend on where you come from. During the summer holiday period you are allowed to work full time.’
We strongly suggest that you arrange your work hours in such way that they do not interfere with your studies.
Non EU citizens should apply for a work permit!

Should I pay in Denmark with money from my home-bank-account or should I open a bank account in Denmark?

It is recommended to open a bank account in Denmark because your home bank may charge a fee each time you withdraw an amount. A bank account is easy to get and does not cost too much. Some banks require that you pay a specific amount in order to get it. This amount varies from bank to bank so for more information it is best to contact them directly.
Please note that you can NOT open a bank account in Denmark before you get your Danish CPR number (registration number).

Do international students have to pay tax from the salary?

All people working legally in Denmark have to pay tax. However, the amount is variable, according to your income, to the zone you live in and other factors decided by the Tax Authority. You can find out more about this if you visit the Tax website.

Relevant links

Admission - Regular students
Tax website
New to Denmark website
National Registration upon arrival  
Gentofte Hospital 
Tuition Fee and Scholarship 
Admission - Exchange students
International University Partners