Which master's specializations should I look at in Denmark as an international student?
Popular master's areas in Denmark span engineering and technology, computer science and IT, business and management, life sciences and health, environmental studies, and social sciences. Options include data science, cybersecurity, biotechnology and climate change, and hundreds of English-taught programmes across all levels (about 460+) are available to international students.
As an international student, you can choose from hundreds of English-taught programmes across all levels (about 460+) in Denmark. Popular areas cover engineering, IT, business, life sciences, environment and social sciences, so you can match a course to your career plan.
Popular specializations and courses
| Specialization | Popular courses |
|---|---|
| Engineering and Technology | Mechanical, Electrical and Civil Engineering |
| Computer Science and IT | Computer Science, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Machine Learning |
| Business and Management | International Business, Marketing, Strategy, Master in Management |
| Life Sciences and Health | Biotechnology, Biomedicine, Neuroscience, Public Health |
| Environmental and Sustainability Studies | Environmental Science, Climate Change, Environmental Engineering |
| Social Sciences and Humanities | Economics, Political Science, Development Studies, Sociology |
How to narrow your choice
- Start from the career you want in two or three years, then work backwards to the course.
- Compare the curriculum and English-taught options on each university's own programme page.
- Shortlist a few programmes across different universities before you decide.
My Advice
Do not pick a course only because it is popular. Read the module list, check the entry requirements against your bachelor's degree, and pick the specialization that fits your goals.
Looking for a specific course in Denmark?
We will find the universities that offer it, and whether you will get in.
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