Step 1: Find Your Study Programme

The first and most critical step in your application journey is identifying the right study programme.

• Explore Your Options: Use the Study in Denmark portal to access a wide range of English-taught Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Academy Profession programmes available in Denmark.
• Refine Your Search: Filter programmes by subject, institution, and level to find the best fit for your qualifications and personal interests.

Step 2: Understand the Application System for Your Study Level

Different programmes have unique application processes, generally categorized as follows:

Bachelor’s, Professional Bachelor’s, and Academy Profession Programmes

• Application Portal: Applications are submitted through the national admission website known as Optagelse.dk. This centralized system allows you to apply to up to eight programmes simultaneously.

Master’s and PhD Programmes

• Application Process: For these advanced degrees, applications are handled directly through each university’s specific application portal.

Step 3: Create and Submit Your Application

For Bachelor’s, Professional Bachelor’s, and Academy Profession Programmes

1. Access the National Admission Portal:
   • Navigate to Optagelse.dk.
   • You are allowed to apply for multiple programmes within one submission.
2. Fill in Your Application:
   • Enter the required information for each selected programme.
   • It’s essential to prioritize your applications, as you will receive only one offer based on your choices.
3. Generate and Submit Signature Page(s):
   • Post application submission, a signature page for each programme is generated for you to print and sign.
   • Send these signed pages to the respective institutions either by mail or scanned and emailed. Do not upload them to the portal.
4. Upload Supporting Documentation:
   • Ensure that all relevant documents, such as diplomas, transcripts, and certificates, are uploaded before the respective deadlines.
   • Verify that all documentation meets the specified requirements to avoid application rejections.
5. Edit, Prioritize, or Delete Applications (Before Deadline):
   • You can modify your application preferences until the submission deadline, typically around early July.

For Master’s and PhD Programmes

1. Access the University’s Application Portal:
   • Each university, such as the IT University of Copenhagen, has its own portal.
2. Create an Account and Login:
   • Use the university’s specific login methods, typically managed through a system called WAYF (Where Are You From) or via self-registration as an international applicant.
3. Complete and Submit the Application:
   • Fill out the form and upload all required documentation, including motivation letters and transcripts.
4. Track Application Status and Upload Further Documentation:
   • Each university’s portal allows you to track the status of your application and enables uploading any additional documents if necessary.

Step 4: Await Response and Take Next Steps

After the application deadlines have passed, institutions will process your applications, and you can expect to hear back regarding your admission status.

• You will receive an offer for the highest-priority programme for which you qualify.
• If admitted, follow detailed instructions from the institution regarding acceptance, visa applications, and enrolment.

Summary Table: Application Portal Navigation

Key Tips for Successful Applications

• Refer to Programme Pages: Always check the specific programme page for accurate documentation and deadline requirements.
• Maintain Digital Copies: Keep digital versions of all documents ready for quick uploads.
• Signature Page Requirement: Remember that signature pages are mandatory for undergraduate applications.

Take the Next Step with Study in Denmark

We encourage you to explore the diverse academic opportunities Denmark has to offer: