Study in Denmark

Introduction

For a country which has around 60 percent of its population below 30 years of age, Pakistan is among world leaders in youth population. What this means is that the number of students passing out each year is increasing every year. Looking at the trends in recent years it is safe to say that a large majority of Pakistani students from foundation to undergraduate and then tertiary level are applying for studies/higher education abroad.

Because of Pakistan's fragile economy the students are often faced with difficult choices to make. Paying fees in foreign currencies for at least 3 years is not a small task. This is exactly what Boston Career Consultants specializes in-Helping out students from all backgrounds, ethnicities and social class- to fulfill their dreams of studying abroad on affordable fees.

BCC has carefully crafted a route for students who wish to study in Europe and the also want the fees to be affordable. The destination is “Denmark”. Studying in Denmark presents the students with so many opportunities both academically and professionally. And the fact that Denmark is a Schengen country makes this opportunity all the more attractive and one not to be missed.

Why Choose Denmark?

The United Nations started to compile a list of “Happy Nations” based on included many parameters such as, health, social security, housing, job market and etc., and the Denmark has consistently been in the top 3 ever since the list started publishing 12 years ago. This is very important information because when a student is shortlisting his options, all the above mentioned parameters are basic considerations, and on the other hand it is also a concern for the parents as well. So Denmark, hands down is a fantastic educational destination.

Education Fees

Now if we delve in to further details lets first discuss the education fees for international students. All EU and Danish students get free of cost higher education in Denmark. As for the international students of other nationalities the fees range between 6000 Euros to 16000 Euros. This bracket is directly dependent on the type of program a student finalizes and the university he or she gets into. If the above mentioned cost of education is compared to any other destination in Europe i.e. UK, US or Canada, it is evident that Denmark has a better mean expenses.

Living Costs

Moving on to the next important point of consideration which is the living costs. For all non-EU and non-Danish students the average monthly cost of living ranges between 800-1200 Euros. This figure is very carefully derived, since it involves one's life style, budgeting habits and working capacity. An International student in Denmark can easily make enough to afford the above mentioned figure. The student's community in Denmark is very vibrant and the eclectic group of international students enhances plurality as well. Jobs for undergraduate and postgraduate students are easily available and the working hours are also flexible which makes it a great opportunity for international students.

For the living cost/rent the students should expect to spend around 400-550 Euros a month. This cost may rise if your university/institute is in the capital city of Copenhagen. But the best part about living in Denmark as an international student is that most students opt to live at the outskirts of the city, because it saves them money and the get nice affordable living as well.

The next important consideration for all students is the cost of food. An international student in Denmark usually spends around 200-250 Euros a month on food. Students from different nationalities have no problem finding their local cuisines in Denmark as well.

Moving on transportation, it is noteworthy that majority of the Danish population and especially the students prefer cycling. And if you want to travel visa public transport the monthly coat of the pass is between 40-50 Euros, which is again very affordable.

An international student usually spends around 30-50 Euros on books and other studying material and between 100-120 Euros is spent on socializing. In short the above mentioned expenses in total can be easily managed by international students. The Danish job market for students is very well aware of the expenditures. The feedback from international students verifies the above statements as well. The International Students need a permit to study in Denmark and the processing time for the permit is around 6 weeks and it costs between 200-225 Euros.

Courses and Fields of Study

Now if we look at the type of courses/Fields of study offered in Denmark, it must be kept in mind that there are around 500 different subjects/courses that are taught in English Language. This means that students from various backgrounds have a vast variety of fields to choose from.

Scholarships

In Denmark students are also offered various scholarships based on their background. Some of them are listed below:

• The Danish Government Scholarships under the Cultural Agreements
• The Erasmus+ or Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree (EMJMD) programs
• The Nordplus programme
• The Fulbright Programme
• Scholarships offered by universities to non-EU/EEA citizens – these scholarships are funded by the Danish government
• The Danish State Educational Support (SU)

Students can avail these scholarships after meeting the criteria of each scholarship.

Top Universities in Denmark

Danish higher education institutions are very well reputed. Some of the top universities from Denmark with their QS/World ranking and Danish Ranking are listed as below:

Major Cities for Students

Copenhagen: If we look at Denmark city wise the capital Copenhagen has a very distinct outlook. It is a metropolis which has a population of around 600,000 but this figure goes up to 1.2 million considering its status as a central city and metropolis. The city is in Denmark east and it is also closer to Sweden. Copenhagen has a very vibrant city life and for students especially since it has a variety of institutes/universities. There is University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen Business School, IT University of Copenhagen, and Metropolitan University College to name a few.

Aarhus: Moving on to the next city of Aarhus, it boosts the happiest and youngest population in Europe. And Aarhus university is it main university with a total student enrollment exceeding 45000 at the moment. The University is a century old and is 143rd in world ranking. Aarhus School of Architecture and Business Academy Aarhus are also two renowned institutes of the city. Aarhus is very close to Copenhagen which makes it even more desirable among students coming from abroad.

Aalborg: The Third city is Aalborg which is in the North of Denmark and the Aalborg University is its major university. The university has a current enrollment exceeding 21000. The university was established half a century ago. This city is best for those who want to understand the Danish culture and explore the country as well. A large number of International Students come to this city each year and the city has become a hub of plurality. One last thing related to the education is the start of academic year. Almost all institutes and Universities start their Academic year in September but there are a handful of universities which start their academic year in Late August.

Getting Started in Denmark

For all international students who arrive in Denmark the first thing to do is to get their CPR number (central Person Register). To apply for this the student has to go to the International Citizen Service Centre. After fulfilling basic requirements the center issues the CPR.

Conclusion

To sum it all up DENMARK is an excellent destination for international students who want to study in Europe and experience the lifestyle of a Schengen country. The country is not densely populated hence it is very environment friendly as well. The vast choice of fields of study are also Denmark's main attraction. For more information please contact us at Boston Career Consultants.