The China Studies program is a Bachelor's degree offered at the University of Copenhagen. Please note that this program is taught entirely in Danish. Prospective students must therefore demonstrate advanced Danish language proficiency. The curriculum, which outlines the academic content, rules, and examination requirements, is legally binding and is typically updated in the spring. As the program is in Danish, the curriculum is only available in Danish and cannot be provided in English.
All bachelor programs at the University of Copenhagen are taught in Danish. Therefore, all applicants with foreign or international examinations must meet Danish language qualifications. This typically involves passing the 'Studieprøven i dansk' (the Danish Test for the Higher Education sector) at a high level.
Tuition fees are subject to change and are provided as guidance. The fee is determined by the faculty/field of study and must be paid immediately upon request. Refunds are only possible if the study place is cancelled before the official start of the semester. It is recommended to contact UCPH's International Education office for confirmation of prices.
For guest students from outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland, tuition fees are 37,500 DKK per semester for the 2025/26 academic year. Tuition fees are subject to change and should be confirmed with UCPH's International Education office.
Applicants must have an upper secondary/high school education equivalent to the Danish upper-secondary-school exam. A key requirement is demonstrating advanced Danish language proficiency, typically by passing the 'Studieprøven i dansk'.
The China Studies program is taught entirely in Danish. Therefore, all applicants must demonstrate advanced Danish language proficiency.
The application deadline is 15 March at 12:00. You have until 5 July at 12:00 to fulfill any remaining admission requirements, though this can be extended to 15 August for new secondary school graduates with delayed results.
International applicants must apply online via optagelse.dk and upload all necessary documentation, including proof of Danish language proficiency. If you don't have a Danish CPR number or MitID, you must print, sign, scan, and email your application signature page by the deadline.