Studying and student life in Odense
Odense offers a vibrant and dynamic student life supporting a broad range of higher education programs.
Find your way in the Danish education system
If you have an education from your home country or are considering studying in Denmark, City of Odense’s education ambassadors can guide you. They offer personalized advice based on your background, residence status, and skills, helping you understand your study options and plan a realistic path toward your educational goals. The ambassadors help you map out your way through the Danish system, focusing on your language level, goals, and programs with strong job prospects. Find out more about the municipality's education ambassadors (in Danish).
Danish education
All newcomers have the right to Danish language classes during their first five years in Denmark. Learning Danish is essential for progressing into further education and jobs in areas like IT, healthcare, and skilled trades. Find out more about learning Danish.
Studying in Odense
With a broad range of higher education programs ranging from ballet dancer to bio-medicine and robotics, there is ample opportunity to find the right education for you here in Odense. As a foreign student wishing to study in Denmark, either for a short time or a full degree, you can receive help from a Danish study counselor.
Student life in Odense
With a vibrant student life and many ways to engage yourself in the communities around, this city offers a little something for everyone. Whether you're into sports, crafts, literature, or just socializing and connecting, Odense has a club, an organization, or a festival that supports exactly that. Find out more about student life in Odense (in Danish).
Finding student accommodation
One very important step when studying abroad is to find housing and make sure to be well-prepared in the process. Odense has many housing companies to choose from and student housing in several locations. If you are unable to find something in due time before your studies begin, the City of Odense also offers a housing guarantee for a limited time. Read about accommodation and getting settled in Odense.