Studying in DK

Residence in Denmark
Cultural differences may be hard to overcome when you arrive in a new country. To improve your stay in Denmark we will state some information in the following, which is characteristic of Denmark. Internationally, Denmark and the Danish society are well known for at least two things: the relaxed/liberated way of life and a high level of welfare. However, that is the core of the welfare state.

• Accommodation
  It is difficult to find accommodation in Aarhus. It is a big city so prepare yourself for the waiting lists and have patience.
  Register for accommodation on the website www.studenthousingaarhus.com as soon as possible - even before you receive your Admission Letter from the College to increase your chances of getting the accommodation you want.
• Studying
  Visit the website www.studyindenmark.dk and learn more about the Danes, the term 'hygge' and other good reasons to study in Denmark. Higher education in Denmark is generally judged to be of high academic standing. It takes place in a dynamic and informal study environment. Small seminars and working group activities constitute essential parts of each programme. You can get more information about the Danish educational system at the following homepage: www.iu.dk
• Going out
  In Denmark, big social meeting places for young people are cafés, bars, and dance clubs, like in many other countries. The Danish nightlife is exciting and in big cities like Aarhus there are plenty of bars and discos to choose from.
• Socializing
  Generally speaking, the Danes are known for being tolerant, liberal and open-minded towards different lifestyles.
• Greeting a Dane
  Danes are usually on first name basis with each other. This applies to people they are not familiar with, e.g. lecturers and other authorities.
• Queen Margrethe II
  The Danes love the Danish Queen and she is known for being in touch with the Danish people.
• Danish Pride/Danish products
  B&O (Bang & Olufsen) produces high tech hifi-systems famous for their high quality, and the functional and stylish design. LEGO is one of the world's largest toy manufacturers, Carlsberg is one of the world's leading brewing groups - and also includes the famous Tuborg beer.
  If you are interested in getting more information about Denmark you can go to:
  www.iu.dk/eng

Health Insurance

Everyone residing in Denmark has the right to public health insurance and hospital assistance. Students from the EU, EEA (Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein), Greenland, the Faroe Islands, Switzerland, Turkey, Pakistan, Morocco, Quebec, Macedonia, who can document that they are or have been covered by the public health insurance in their home countries, are covered by the Danish health insurance as soon as they arrive in Denmark.

For students from other countries, however, there is a waiting period of six weeks after having registered at the National Registration Office. During this period you must pay for any medical treatment you need, so you are advised to take out a private health insurance for these six weeks.

Your yellow Health Insurance Card will be sent to you by mail. You should always have this card on you.

Job

Many students have a job alongside their studies. Students from the Nordic and EU countries (except new EU countries) do not require a work permit. Students from the new EU countries Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Slovakia, Slovenia, Czech Republic, Romania, Bulgaria and Hungary can apply for a residence permit which includes a work permit at the local authority see "Residence Permit". Non-EU students will have their work permit stamped in their passport.

We recommend that none of our students work more than 15 hours a week, and full-time during the holiday periods - this should be subtancial to be able to live a comfortable life in Denmark.

Students from the new EU countries apply for the residence and work permit personally at the local department of The State Administration for Central Jutland in Aarhus, address:

Statsforvaltningen Midtjylland
Aarhus Department
Lyseng Allé 1
8270 Højbjerg

Opening hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 10.00 am - 2.00 pm
Thursday 10.00am - 5.00pm
Friday 10.00am - 2.00 pm
Phone no +45 7256 8300 (please ask for the department in Aarhus)

Bus Lines
4, 10, 102 and 103

Please bring: Passport, 2 passport photos and other information/documentation required.
For further information please contact the State Administration for Central Jutland

Post and email address:
Statsforvaltningen Midtjylland
St. Blichers Vej 6
Postboks 151
6950 Ringkøbing

Most jobs require Danish language skills. Therefore typical jobs for international students include newspaper delivery, cleaning jobs or stocking shelves in supermarkets. We recommend that students do not have jobs during the 1st semester.

Aarhus City

Aarhus, the capital of the provinces, has all the atmosphere of a big city. Attractive cultural events take place all year round, and Aarhus is known internationally as a living music venue. If you want a break from the crowds and the mighty roar from traffic, the refreshing green woods and sunlit beaches are never far away. Enjoy the nightlife of the town or the cosmopolitan café atmosphere. The great festivals and the many museums put Aarhus on the map.

Aarhus is a green city close to the Danish countryside. There are lots of small grassy areas in town; sandy beaches along the bay with clean water ideal for swimmers. Many tourists visit our Old Town. It is a living and breathing experience of what it was like to live and work in a Danish market town, as it was in the old days. If you are into sports, you can play football, handball, golf, go horseback riding, go to the swimmingpools, saunas, or spend a great night at the bowling alley.

We have a hearty appetite in this town, therefore there are many restaurants of almost every conceivable type. In Aarhus you will find e.g. American, Danish, Greek food etc., and the nightlife in Aarhus is famous for live music every evening. Visit the following website to get more information about Aarhus: www.visitaarhus.com/

Other Internet addresses that you may find relevant
Facts and figures from:
The Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs
The City of Aarhus