Cross-border comparison of qualifications

The European Qualifications Framework (EQF) provides a common frame of reference, which helps compare the national qualifications systems and their levels.

This is based on each country establishing a reference between the levels in the EQF and the national qualification levels – either by means of a national Qualifications Framework, as in Denmark, or in some other way documenting national levels and comparing the national levels with the EQF levels.

On the EQF portal you can compare qualification levels between the countries that have referenced their national levels to the EQF.

• Compare national qualifications frameworks across Europe – European Commission

Danish levels and EQF levels

The Danish levels 2 to 8 correspond to the same level in the EQF.  The Danish level 1 corresponds to EQF level 2.

• See the report on referencing the Danish Qualifications Framework for Lifelong Learning to the EQF

Where to look for the EQF level of Danish qualifications

Certificates and diplomas concerning all publicly recognised qualifications are to carry an EQF reference level:

• Higher education: Diploma Supplement
• Vocational education and training: Certificate Supplement