🏅 QS World Rank #90
University of Copenhagen — Full Profile & Ranking 2026
Denmark’s oldest and largest university, home to Niels Bohr’s legacy — QS World Rankings 2027 (joint #90)
The University of Copenhagen (UCPH) is a public research university in Denmark’s capital, founded in 1479. In the QS World University Rankings 2027 (published June 2026) it is joint 90th in the world. This guide covers programmes, admission, fees, the Danish Government Scholarship, advice for applicants from Pakistan and common questions.
the University of Copenhagen Overview
The University of Copenhagen was founded in 1479 and is Denmark’s oldest university. It is also widely described as the country’s largest. It is organised into faculties including Health and Medical Sciences, Science, Law, Social Sciences, Humanities and Theology.
Niels Bohr, who won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1922, studied and later worked at the university, and the Niels Bohr Institute carries his name.
the University of Copenhagen Rankings — QS World University Rankings 2027
The University of Copenhagen is joint 90th in the QS World University Rankings 2027, published by Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) in June 2026.
This is a QS-specific result, not one universal ranking. Times Higher Education, U.S. News and ARWU use different methods and can order universities differently.
Source: QS TopUniversities (QS World University Rankings 2027, 18 June 2026).
Key Strengths & Programs
The University of Copenhagen is known for:
- Health and medical sciences
- Physics, including the Niels Bohr Institute
- Life sciences and biotechnology
- Law and social sciences
- Humanities and theology
- A capital-city setting near Denmark’s biotech and pharmaceutical sector
This page does not quote subject ranks. Check the current QS subject tables for exact positions.
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Admission Requirements
The route depends on your level. Confirm all steps on the official pages.
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | International applicants apply through the Danish national admissions system, with secondary-school qualifications. Check UCPH’s bachelor pages for the programme list and entry rules |
| Master’s | Applicants need a relevant bachelor’s degree and apply through UCPH’s application system. Non-EU/EEA applicants pay a one-off application deposit of DKK 1,120 (about EUR 150), per UCPH |
| Language | Most master’s programmes and some bachelor’s tracks are taught in English. Check the programme page |
| Residence permit | Non-EU/EEA students need a Danish residence permit for studies |
| Deadlines | Check UCPH for the current dates for non-EU/EEA applicants |
the University of Copenhagen Acceptance Rate
The University of Copenhagen does not publish one acceptance rate for international applicants, so this page does not quote one. Selectivity varies by programme.
Practical Application Checklist
- Choose your programme and read its entry and language requirements
- Check the application deadline for your intake
- Book an English (or other required) language test
- Prepare transcripts, identification and any required documents
- Apply and accept your offer
- Meet the visa or residence-permit conditions for your destination
- Plan funding for tuition and living costs
- Verify every date, fee and requirement on the University of Copenhagen’s official website before submitting
Tuition & Costs
UCPH says non-EU/EEA citizens must pay tuition. The fee depends on the programme, is shown for 60 ECTS (two semesters) and is charged per semester, in Danish kroner (DKK). Holders of a permanent residence permit in Denmark are exempt. We could not read the programme fee tables, so this page does not quote a yearly figure. The old range of EUR 13,000 to 16,000 was not tied to a source.
The application deposit for non-EU/EEA applicants is DKK 1,120 (about EUR 150), paid once per application round.
Source: UCPH master’s admission and fees. Fees, dates and rules change each year.
Scholarships & Financial Aid
- Danish Government Scholarship at UCPH: for non-EU/EEA master’s students. It can cover full or partial tuition, a living-expense grant, or both, depending on the faculty. It is based on academic achievement, not financial need, and there is no separate application: eligible applicants are considered automatically. UCPH states that Science considers only the first-priority application and requires a bachelor’s GPA above 90%, with 2025 recipients at a minimum of 98%.
- Other awards: UCPH lists external schemes for specific nationalities. Check the list for any that apply to Pakistan.
- Other funding: see our guide to fully funded scholarships for 2027.
Source: UCPH scholarships for non-EU master’s students. Fees, dates and rules change each year.
the University of Copenhagen for Pakistani Students
Pakistani applicants follow the standard non-EU/EEA process:
- Degree: a relevant bachelor’s degree is the usual route into a master’s programme
- English: prepare IELTS or TOEFL. Our IELTS preparation guides can help.
- Money: plan for tuition and Copenhagen living costs, and check the Danish Government Scholarship rules
- Residence permit: apply once admitted
Campus & Student Life
- UCPH has several campuses across Copenhagen
- Copenhagen is known for cycling and a high quality of life
- The city has a large life-science and pharmaceutical sector
- Student housing is limited, so apply early
Research & Career Opportunities
- UCPH is research-intensive, with strong health and life sciences
- Copenhagen has a large biotech and pharmaceutical cluster
- Graduates work in research, health, law, public service and industry
- UCPH does not guarantee employment, salary or residence-permit outcomes
Notable Alumni
- Niels Bohr, Nobel Prize in Physics 1922, studied and worked at the University of Copenhagen
- Check UCPH’s alumni pages for other notable graduates
Contact & Location
University of Copenhagen
Nørregade 10, 1165 Copenhagen K, Denmark
Official website: ku.dk
Frequently Asked Questions
The University of Copenhagen is joint 90th in the QS World University Rankings 2027, published in June 2026.
Yes. Niels Bohr studied and later worked at the university, and the Niels Bohr Institute is named after him.
Yes. The University of Copenhagen was founded in 1479 and is Denmark’s oldest university.
It is best known for health and medical sciences, physics, life sciences and law.
Yes. Non-EU/EEA citizens pay tuition, which depends on the programme and is charged per semester in DKK.
DKK 1,120 (about EUR 150), paid once per application round, according to UCPH.
The Danish Government Scholarship at UCPH can cover tuition, living expenses or both. It is awarded on academic achievement, and eligible applicants are considered automatically.
Yes. Pakistani applicants apply as non-EU/EEA applicants and should check programme requirements and scholarship rules.
Most master’s programmes are. Check the programme page for the language of instruction.
Check the University of Copenhagen’s official pages at ku.dk. Fees, deadlines and rules can change.
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Disclaimer: This page is based on the QS World University Rankings 2027, the University of Copenhagen’s official pages, and other publicly available sources, last checked in October 2026. Fees, rankings, deadlines, and admission rules change, and no admission, funding, visa, or employment outcome is guaranteed. Always verify current details directly with the university before applying.