Campuses

• Havneparken 1, 6000 Kolding, Denmark

Tuition Fees

No tuition fees for the Exchange Program if nominated by an exchange partner institution.

Nomination Deadlines

• Autumn Ssemester: May          

• Spring Semester: November

Lecture Periods

• Autumn Semester: End of August – Mid-January

• Spring Semester: End of January – Mid-June

Language of Instruction

• English

Language Requirements

No official test is required, but students must have English proficiency at B2 level. This should be confirmed by a letter from the home institution.

Courses

• Students must follow the full set of courses in their selected programme and cannot mix subjects across different programmes.

Visa

Residence Permit (Non-EU Students)

To apply for a Danish residence permit, students must:

• Be accepted by IBA

• Pay the tuition fee for their study programme

• Pay the Case Order ID fee (approx. 2,565 DKK, incl. Safeticket service fee)

• Receive “Form ST1” issued by IBA

• Submit Case Order ID and Form ST1 at the nearest Danish Embassy/Consulate to apply for a visa

Required Documents

• ​Completed application form

• Proof of paid fee / Admission letter

• Copy of passport (all pages including front page)​

Note: The visa process may take up to 2 months.

Danish ID Number

• All international students must register with the Danish Civil Registration System (CPR) to access healthcare, pay taxes, receive paychecks, and open a bank account.

• IBA provides full guidance on how to register during Welcome Day and before arrival. It usually takes 2–3 weeks to obtain your CPR number.

Insurance

With your CPR number, you’ll receive a Danish national health insurance card, giving you access to the Danish healthcare system. This covers free medical care and is required at all doctor, hospital, and pharmacy visits (including when collecting prescriptions).

Welcome on arrival– Buddy program

IBA buddies are student volunteers who help you settle in during your first weeks in Denmark. Before arrival, you’ll receive your buddy’s name and contact details. Your buddy will show you around campus and provide guidance on practical matters.

Housing

• IBA recommends applying through Kolding City Housing Administration. Rent for student housing starts from DKK 3,000–4,000 (≈ €400–500) for a studio apartment. In Denmark, rent is always paid one month in advance.

Estimated Monthly Cost of Living

• Total: DKK 7,000–8,000 (≈ €900–1,000) per month.