Master degree
The Master degree (mastergrad) is a research based second cycle degree at university level. The degree is awarded after 2 years of part-time studies corresponding to a full academic year of 60 ECTS. In certain cases the degree corresponds to 90 ECTS, and is thus awarded after 3 years of part-time studies.
Master degrees are offered by the eight Danish research universities and a few additional university level institutions. The individual Master degree programmes are arranged so that it is possible to maintain employment while studying.
All Master degree programmes in Denmark are tuition fee based.
Entry requirements are a relevant educational qualification at bachelor's level or higher and at least 2 years of relevant work experience.
Degree titles
The degree titles are:
- Danish: Master i [field of study]
- English: Master of [field of study]
Wide range of disciplines
Master degrees are offered in a wide range of disciplines.
The different disciplines include IT and technology, management and organisation, pedagogy, music, design, language and communication, health and medicine.
An overview of the different Master degrees offered in English and information about tuition fees can be found at UddannelsesGuiden
Information on Bachelor and Master's (candidatus) degrees offered at the Danish universities can be found here
Study in Denmark
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