What to expect

The professor knows your name

Midwives, Off shore engineers. A bachelor’s degree in tourism and leisure management. Church musician. Environmental planner. Marine archaeologist.

These are just a few of the more than 60 different further education programs that Esbjerg, a city for students, has to offer.

Our study environment is young and informal. With more than 60 different educational programs in six different places of study, the municipality has a wide selection from which to choose.

Students are invited to make their mark, both academically and socially. We offer closeness. Everything is within cycling distance.

You are always close to what is most important to you; the city’s puls, your place of study, the Student Building, the library, leisure activities and an unrivalled nature.

Esbjerg guarantees housing for students and is able to find you something that suits your needs, financial situation and lifestyle.

Our places of study feature good facilities and a young atmosphere. Reasonably sized, you are sure to be noticed and to be on a first-name basis with your professors.

Esbjerg has received an award for developing talented individuals. Here, it is okay to be good at something and to become better at it.

Did you know that:

  • You can read more about Esbjerg’s educational institutions at: www.studiebyenesbjerg.dk 
  • In the summer, Esbjerg’s residents take over the night and have a blast, for an example during Sports Night and Festival Week.
  • Esbjerg has a building specifically for students. Read more at: www.husetesbjerg.dk  
  • Esbjerg dormitory Association has an overview of the city’s dormitories and housing for young people: www.e-k-f.dk 
  • The municipality of Esbjerg offers a multitude of sports and association activities.
  • Located in a now former tobacco factory, Tobakken is the municipality’s beacon for rhythmic music. Read more at: www.tobakken.dk  
  • There are approx. 5,000 students enrolled in Esbjerg’s further education programs.
  • Aalborg University – Esbjerg has Denmark’s most satisfied engineering students. 
  • Every year in September, the Innovation Festival is held in southwest Jutland and boasts an entire month of events, lectures and activities that put the spotlight on innovation and entrepreneurship.

What do others think about studying in Denmark?

Read interviews with international students and follow their blogs at Study in Denmark.