26 public universities in Denmark in 2026
The public universities in Denmark offer accessible education to as many students as possible, with recognised programs and a strong tradition of academic research.
26 public universities
Denmark has public institutions offering a wide range of programs, often with government-regulated fees and a strong tradition of academic research.
Jutland Academy of Music
Royal music academy founded in 1927, specialising in jazz, pop and classical music in Aarhus and Aalborg.
Svendborg International Maritime Academy (SIMAC)
Danish maritime academy in Svendborg training master mariners and marine engineers since 2001.
Danish National Academy of Music
Public conservatory in Esbjerg devoted to classical, jazz, folk music and music pedagogy.
Royal Danish Academy of Music
Denmark's oldest conservatory, founded in 1867 in Copenhagen, dedicated to classical music.
Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts
Elite Danish institution for architecture, design, conservation and fine arts, dating back to 1754.
Rhythmic Music Conservatory
Danish public conservatory dedicated to rhythmic music: jazz, pop, rock, urban and electronic, at Holmen, Copenhagen.
Aarhus School of Architecture
Internationally renowned Danish public school of architecture built on experimentation and engaged design.
Danish School of Media and Journalism
Denmark's leading school for journalism and media, training news professionals in Aarhus and Copenhagen since 1946.
Copenhagen Business School
Denmark's leading business school and one of Europe's finest, with more than 20,000 students in Frederiksberg.
Kolding School of Design
Danish public design school recognised for its experimental approach and strong design research culture.
Danish National School of Performing Arts
Danish public school for the performing arts: theatre, dance, choreography and stage design, in Copenhagen.
National Film School of Denmark
State film school on the Holmen campus in Copenhagen, training directors, cinematographers and screenwriters.
MARTEC Maritime and Polytechnic College
Danish maritime college in Frederikshavn training ship officers, marine engineers and skippers since 1929.
UCL University College
Danish professional institution in central Jutland covering health, pedagogy, technology and business.
Aalborg University
Danish public university famous for its PBL model, with campuses in Aalborg, Esbjerg and Copenhagen.
Aarhus University
Denmark's second-largest university, founded in 1928, globally recognised for research and its iconic green campus.
IT University of Copenhagen
Danish public university specialised in IT, games and digital technologies, based in central Copenhagen.
University of Copenhagen
Denmark's oldest university, founded in 1479, consistently ranked among Europe's very best.
Roskilde University
Danish public university known for its project-based, interdisciplinary teaching model, 30 km from Copenhagen.
University of Southern Denmark
Modern Danish public university on five campuses, combining strong research with graduate employability.
Absalon University College
Danish professional institution in Zealand, a leader in health, pedagogy and biotechnology.
Copenhagen University College (KP)
Denmark's largest institution for professional education: health, pedagogy, design and management in Copenhagen.
University College North Denmark
Danish professional institution in Aalborg training students in business, technology, tourism, health and education.
University College South Denmark
Danish professional institution in the country's south focusing on health, pedagogy and social work.