Which English level and bachelor's degree do I need for a master's in Denmark as an Indian student?
Many Danish master's programmes require a recognised bachelor's degree equivalent to a Danish bachelor's, generally 180 ECTS, plus English at Danish B level, commonly equivalent to IELTS 6.5. Some require English A, commonly IELTS 7.0. Programmes set their own rules.
For a master's in Denmark you generally need a recognised bachelor's degree equivalent to a Danish bachelor's, generally 180 ECTS, and English at Danish B level. Admission is programme-specific, so each university sets its own rules for the 2027 or 2028 intake.
What You Generally Need
| Requirement | What you generally need |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | A recognised degree equivalent to a Danish bachelor's, generally 180 ECTS |
| Academic background | Relevant subjects or credits matching the master's programme |
| English proficiency | English at Danish B level, commonly equivalent to IELTS 6.5; some programmes require English A, commonly IELTS 7.0 |
| Transcripts | Official academic transcripts and degree documentation |
| Programme-specific | Certain courses may need specific subjects, ECTS credits, grades or supplementary qualifications |
| Other documents | CV, motivation letter, portfolio or other documents where requested |
How to Check Your Own Eligibility
- Denmark's official guidance lists IELTS 6.5 as a typical equivalent for English B and IELTS 7.0 for English A.
- Individual programmes can set their own requirements, so read the programme page first.
- Check subject requirements and ECTS prerequisites before you submit.
My Advice
Compare your bachelor's subjects and credits against the programme page line by line. If you are short on ECTS or a required subject, ask the admissions office early whether a supplementary qualification can fill the gap, and confirm the English test level on the official page.
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