Introductory programmes for international students

As a service to international students, many Danish institutions have established a "buddy-programme" aimed at helping international students to get settled more easily. On arrival, a “buddy” (a current student) will help the students to get settled, meet other students and assist them with practical matters in their first weeks at the institution.


The welcome programmes and the courses in Danish language and culture provide international students with another opportunity to familiarise themselves with their host country and meet other international and Danish students.

Campus life


Only a few Danish higher education institutions are campus-based, so the campus environment that you may know from your home country or other countries, does not exist to the same extent in Denmark. However, this does not mean that there is a lack of social life or facilities at the Danish higher education institutions. The social life at most institutions is vibrant and varied.


Most institutions have several committees or societies that organise activities, such as excursions, student politics, parties and cafés. A special feature is the Fredagsbar , which is held on Friday afternoons. This is an event you should not miss, if you want to experience the typical Danish student life.

There are numerous ways of socialising as a student in Denmark. Most studies involve team work and in many cases these groups facilitate the close contact between students. The groups are formed by students with the same interests or taking the same exams, or by students who simply enjoy working together and supporting each other in their studies. Group work therefore gives you an excellent opportunity to get to know Danish students.