Studying
Kolding is a thriving educational city, offering excellent opportunities for young people, students and adults.
Kolding is home to upper secondary education programmes and higher education programmes in english. In addition to its diverse educational opportunities, Kolding is a vibrant student city with plenty of activities for students of all interests. It is also easy to find affordable student accommodation in Kolding within walking distance of both the city centre and the educational institutions.
Upper secondary education
Kolding offers a wide range of upper secondary education programmes, including both academic and vocational pathways. Most programmes are taught in Danish, but the city also offers a selection of international upper secondary education programmes.
International Baccalaureate Programme at Kolding Gymnasium
At Kolding Gymnasium, you can enrol in the three-year International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme, which is equivalent to the Danish Upper Secondary School Diploma (studentereksamen).
You can read more about the IB Programme on Kolding Gymnasium’s website.
Kolding Gymnasium
International Business College Kolding
International Business College (IBC) offers a range of programmes taught in English.
You can find more information on IBC’s website.
International Business College
Upper Secondary education in Danish
For a full overview of upper secondary education programmes taught in Danish, visit Kolding Municipality’s website.
Kolding Municipality
Higher Education
Kolding offers excellent opportunities to find the degree programme that suits your ambitions. The city is home to around 50 higher education programmes across four institutions:
- University of Southern Denmark (SDU) – Kolding
- IBA Business Academy Kolding
- Design School Kolding
- UC SYD – Kolding
You can study a wide range of subjects, including IT, entrepreneurship, design, finance, education, business, and many more. Some programmes are taught in Danish, while others are taught in English.
More information about Kolding’s higher education institutions is available on the Campus Kolding website.
Campus Kolding
One shared campus
One of Kolding’s unique strengths is that all four higher education institutions are located within one shared campus area in the heart of the city. Everything is within walking distance, including cafés, bars, live music venues, the railway station and a wide selection of attractive student accommodation.
The good student life
Kolding offers high-quality educations, but student life is about much more than studying. The city provides plenty of opportunities to enjoy an active and rewarding social life – even on a student budget. With a large international student community and a wide range of activities available in English, it’s easy to meet new people and find something to enjoy.
Campus Sport offers affordable sports activities for students, including dance, yoga, football, badminton and guided sauna sessions. Creative students can enjoy a wide range of free activities at venues such as Bygning 5, Fundament and Godset.
Kolding also has a lively nightlife with cafés, bars, live music venues and nightclubs. Whether you prefer cocktails at a wine bar, inexpensive drinks at a student bar, dancing the night away or spending an evening in one of the city’s traditional pubs, there is something to suit every taste.
Campus Kolding
To ensure students in Kolding enjoy the best possible experience during their studies, Campus Kolding brings together educational institutions, students and local partners to strengthen student life across the city. Campus Kolding organises events such as the KONTUR Student Festival, The Castle Battle, Campus Fair and many other activities throughout the year. Every week, Campus Kolding also highlights upcoming events for students on its Instagram channel.
You can find more information about Campus Kolding on its website.
Campus Kolding
Student jobs and internships
Kolding Municipality is home to around 7,000 businesses, providing excellent opportunities to find a student job, internship or collaborative project with a local company.
The close cooperation between educational institutions and businesses enables students to gain valuable professional experience and build networks while they are still studying.
Study Guidance
Unsure Which Education Is Right for You?
UU Kolding
UU Kolding provides guidance for young people choosing an upper secondary education or other educational opportunities after compulsory schooling. Their advisers can help you explore your options, understand admission requirements and make informed decisions about your future education.
UU Kolding
Study Guidance Denmark (Studievalg Danmark)
Study Guidance Denmark offers impartial guidance on higher education programmes throughout Denmark, including those available in Kolding. You can receive advice by telephone, online or at an in-person meeting in Kolding. Visit the Studievalg Danmark website for information about booking an appointment.
Studievalg Danmark