Copenhagen’s cobblestone streets, palaces and royal artefacts make for a beautiful backdrop to the modern life lived by the locals.

Book your student accommodation in Copenhagen with Student.com and make one of the happiest cities in the world your home. Our student housing in Copenhagen will place you in neighbourhoods close to world-class museums, chic cafés, and romantic green spaces.

We offer student apartments to international and Erasmus students as well. You’ll be able to live in a stylish studio apartment with great facilities.

If you are in search of a student residence in Copenhagen, don’t hesitate to give us a call, or message us on our website’s live chat. Our booking consultants have the newest information about availability in the different properties and they’re always happy to help! 

Get to know Copenhagen

Copenhagen is a unique Scandinavian city that is characterised by its canals, cobbled streets, cycling culture, strong economy, and happy locals.

In fact, thanks to shorter average workdays, more vacation days, high levels of personal interaction, and free college tuition (for students from the EU/EEA and Switzerland), it has been ranked as one of the happiest cities in the world.

Copenhagen is also famed for its high quality of life, stunning scenery, progressive politics, and for being a frontrunner in sustainability and eco-friendliness.

With that said, it is easy to understand why this beautiful Northern European city’s popularity has been stretching to every corner of the globe for years. With a large number of tourists visiting every year, Copenhagen is also a very popular study destination.

The city by the sea mixes high safety levels and sustainable living, with stunning modern architecture, royal history, a mouth-watering restaurant scene, great shopping, and loads of culture.

Copenhagen’s culture and creativity

Copenhagen manages to pack a whole lot of culture into a relatively small space. The city’s charming, cobbled streets have an impressive selection of contemporary and historic art centres, museums, galleries, theatres, parks, and waterways.

Enjoy world-famous artists from all over the world and street fashion in the hip Nørrebro district where monochromic layers, block-coloured bikes and stripped-back sophistication are the standard. 

World-class architecture

Considered the world capital of architecture, some of Copenhagen’s iconic buildings are a sight to behold. Danish design is known to be simplistic and functional, but Copenhagen’s architecture is a perfect infusion of cutting-edge design and practical functionality.

Filled with many incredible examples of Neoclassical Architecture including the stunning and unique Bølgen (The Wave), the modern arched glass façade of the massive Copenhagen Opera House is perhaps the city’s most iconic building.

Copenhagen also blends fascinating modern architecture with historical artefacts. Once a Viking fishing settlement, walking Copenhagen’s narrow streets, you can still find traces of the Viking history. Visit museums dedicated to the notorious raiders, explore the remains of Roskilde Domkirke, a 1,000-year-old castle, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the iconic 17th-century Round Tower observatory.

For its distinct architectural landscape and strong legacy in innovative urban development, along with its high ambitions for climate, sustainability solutions, and liveability, Copenhagen was officially designated World Capital of Architecture in 2023 by UNESCO-UIA (International Union of Architects).

Unique neighbourhoods

When exploring Copenhagen, make sure to visit its unique neighbourhoods. Each has its own distinct vibe and appearance. From gritty and industrial Refshaleøen, to the posh Frederiksberg and the world-famous freetown of Christiania, embed yourself in one of these communities and feel a sense of localhood. They all have something different to offer.

Student life in Copenhagen

While the city’s different neighbourhoods each have something to offer, the city’s historic centre offers a special Copenhagen charm as well. A treasure trove of culture, and great restaurants, Central Copenhagen is home to many of the city’s major attractions. A Copenhagen Card provides access to more than 80 of them, most within walking distance of the centre.

The list of cultural and fun experiences in the city centre is quite long. 

Events in Copenhagen 

Copenhagen Jazz Festival

More than 250,000 people make the Copenhagen Jazz Festival one of the biggest and most inclusive jazz events of its kind in Europe. Each summer, the city comes to life with jazz in the streets, city squares, jazz clubs and unique concert halls. Established in 1979, the festival is one of the city’s oldest music festivals.

48Hours Festival

The annual culture festival “48HOURS” is a great opportunity to experience the most multicultural part of Copenhagen. The festival offers many exciting and varied ways to experience the edgy Nørrebro neighbourhood.

48HOURS offers more than just an opportunity to enjoy Nørrebro’s captivating cultural life. The festival features big concerts, street parties, art exhibitions, exciting workshops, and events for children.

Copenhagen Distortion

Copenhagen’s biggest street party and electronic music festival draws 100,000 revellers to the streets of the city’s different neighbourhoods. Each summer, the festival’s party tsunami rolls through Copenhagen, pushing indoor parties out into the city’s public spaces.

Mikkeller Beer Celebration Copenhagen

One of the world’s best beer festivals, Mikkeller brings beer enthusiasts together in May each year. Experience many of the world’s finest and most innovative breweries that brew special beers just for this festival.

Copenhagen’s innovative food scene

Possessing one of the world’s most innovative food scenes, Copenhagen is making its mark internationally when it comes to food. From local Danish dishes to high end experimental dishes in traditional or sustainable dining, you can get it all in Copenhagen. Try out vegan and vegetarian interpretations of classic dishes, or go for the traditional Smørrebrød, the famous Danish open sandwich. 

Explore beyond the city limits

In Copenhagen, you are never far from a green oasis and perfect spots to relax, go for a stroll, or have a picnic. From palace parks and botanical gardens to tiny hidden oases, the city’s green spaces are diverse and abundant.

Copenhagen’s surrounding area is packed with beautiful landscapes and cosy beach towns that make for a perfect day trip. Discovering the gems outside the city centre is within easy reach - you’re never far from a garden or a park.

It’s easy to move around in Copenhagen

With a state-of-the-art metro and generally a smooth public transport system, getting around town is pretty easy in Copenhagen. It allows for locals and visitors to experience the city at their own pace.

You won’t necessarily even need public transport though: Copenhagen has been ranked the world’s most bicycle-friendly city several times since 2015, the latest in 2021. So if you’re into cycling, you’ll surely love Copenhagen!

Where to study in Copenhagen?

University of Copenhagen - Københavns Universitet 

The University of Copenhagen (known locally as Københavns Universitet, or KU for short) is a research-led university that provides education of the highest international standards.

Founded in 1479, it’s the oldest university in Denmark, and one of the oldest in Northern Europe.

UCPH is the largest higher education institution in Denmark, and one of the largest institutions of research and education in the Nordic region. The university has six faculties with more than 100 departments and research centres spread across its four distinct campuses. The North Campus, City Campus and South Campus are all in Copenhagen, while the Frederiksberg campus is nearby in leafy, residential Frederiksberg.

Placing 107th in the 2024 QS World University Rankings, it’s also one of the highest ranked universities in the Nordic countries. A large part of the University of Copenhagen’s high rankings is its research prowess. 

Research

A member of several globally leading international research alliances such as IARU (International Alliance of Research Universities) and LERU (League of European Research Universities), KU has partnerships with several private sector companies, including Microsoft, Novo Nordisk, Novozymes and VELUX.

KU signs approximately 800 collaboration agreements every year with both public and private companies. The university’s talented researchers collaborate to create scientific discoveries that impact society. Several researchers associated with the university have been awarded Nobel Prizes, including Niels Bohr in Physics in 1922 for his work on the structure of atoms. Other distinguished alumni include Tycho Brahe, who made the first scientific documentation of supernovas, and philosopher Søren Kierkegaard, widely considered to be the first existentialist philosopher.

IT University of Copenhagen - IT-Universitetet i København

The IT University of Copenhagen is a Danish independent educational and research institution that offers a variety of research-based study programmes within the field of Information Technology (IT). It offers three Bachelor of Science study programmes, and four Master of Science study programmes in IT.

The university creates more IT graduates than any other university in Denmark. With a multidisciplinary approach to IT, the IT University is where innovative minds meet to create groundbreaking technology.

Globally oriented, one fourth of IT University’s almost 3,000 students are international, from countries from all over the world. 

Copenhagen Business School - Handelshøjskolen i København

The Copenhagen Business School (CBS) is an international university that offers courses with a focus on business economics and business humanities.

With a student population of almost 20,000 students, CBS is one of the largest business schools in Scandinavia. The university offers 3-year Bachelor’s degrees, 2-year Master's Degrees, and 3-year PhDs in academic programmes.

CBS also offers specialised education programmes that integrate those primary programmes with secondary academic fields of study, such as Communication, Area Studies, Philosophy, IT, Sociology and Law, Management Science, and Psychology.

For people who are well into their careers, CBS offers a wide range of further and continuing education opportunities through the HD programme, MBA programmes, and several master’s programmes.

Almost half of the university’s programmes are taught in English so even if you’re not from Denmark, you’ll have no problems studying and finding interesting courses at CBS.

Frequently asked questions about student accommodation in Copenhagen 

How do I apply for student apartments in Copenhagen on Student.com?

Applying for student apartments in Copenhagen on Student.com is simple and easy. Use our search filters and map to find the ideal off-campus student housing for you. When you’ve found a property you like, go to the property page by clicking on ‘View rooms’.

On the property page you’ll need to choose the room type you want to book, as well as the dates when you’ll be living in the property. After making your choice, click on ‘Enquire’ or ‘Book now’. You’ll then be asked to leave your contact details and one of our booking consultants will be in touch to answer any questions you may still have and to take you through the next steps of the booking process. 

What are the different types of student rooms you list?

Currently we offer fully self-contained studio apartments in Copenhagen. In this room type you’ll have your own private bedroom, bathroom and kitchenette for cooking meals, so you won’t have to share anything with anyone.

Do you offer student residences for international students and erasmus students as well?

Yes, absolutely! As long as you are a full-time student, you can book any student accommodation listed on Student.com. 

Are bills included in the rent?

This depends on the property. You can use the filters on this page to find properties that have bills included. You can also see which bills, if any, are included when you go to the property page of each property by clicking on ‘View rooms’. 

Are the apartments you list in Copenhagen fully furnished?

Like with bills, this depends on the property you choose. You can find properties that are rented furnished by selecting the filter ‘Furnished available’.