If you’re planning to study in Denmark from Bangladesh, here is the full step-by-step process, along with cost estimates.
🔹 Step 1: Choose a University & Program
Denmark has top-ranked universities offering Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD programs in English.
Top Universities in Denmark
- University of Copenhagen
- Aarhus University
- Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
- Copenhagen Business School (CBS)
- University of Southern Denmark (SDU)
👉 Application Deadline:
- For September Intake: Apply by January – March
- For February Intake: Apply by September – November
Application Cost:
- Some universities charge an application fee of €50 – €150
- Many public universities don’t charge an application fee
🔹 Step 2: Admission Requirements
📌 Bachelor’s Degree Admission:
✅ HSC (12th Grade) with Good GPA (3.5+ preferred)
✅ IELTS 6.0+ (Some universities accept MOI)
✅ Motivation Letter & CV
✅ Recommendation Letter (Optional for some programs)
📌 Master’s Degree Admission:
✅ Bachelor’s with 2.5+ CGPA (Higher is better)
✅ IELTS 6.5+ (MOI accepted in some cases)
✅ Motivation Letter & CV
✅ Work Experience (For some courses)
👉 Total Admission Processing Time: 1–2 months
🔹 Step 3: Tuition Fees & Scholarship Opportunities
💰 Tuition Fees for Bangladeshi Students:
| Program | Tuition Fee (Per Year) |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degree | €6,000 – €16,000 |
| Master’s Degree | €8,000 – €18,000 |
| MBA Programs | €12,000 – €25,000 |
💰 Scholarships for Bangladeshi Students:
🎓 Danish Government Scholarships (Covers tuition + stipend)
🎓 Erasmus+ Scholarships (For EU partner universities)
🎓 University-Specific Scholarships (Check university websites)
👉 Tuition Payment: Some universities require first semester or first-year tuition fee before visa application.
🔹 Step 4: Student Visa Process (ST1 Student Visa)
After receiving an offer letter, you need to apply for a Danish student visa (ST1 visa).
Required Documents:
📌 Offer Letter from a Danish University
📌 Tuition Fee Payment Proof (1st semester or full-year)
📌 Bank Statement (Minimum €12,000 for living expenses)
📌 Accommodation Proof in Denmark
📌 Medical Insurance (Min. €30,000 coverage)
📌 Police Clearance Certificate
📌 Academic Documents (SSC, HSC, Bachelor’s if applying for Master’s)
📌 Visa Application Fee Payment Proof (€280)
Visa Application Cost:
💰 ST1 Student Visa Fee: €280 (~35,000 BDT)
💰 Visa Processing Time: 2–3 months
🔹 Step 5: Flight & Arrival in Denmark
✅ Flight Cost from Bangladesh to Denmark: €700 – €1,200 (one way)
✅ Accommodation: €300 – €600/month
✅ Living Expenses: €800 – €1,200/month
Part-Time Job Opportunities in Denmark
- 20 hours/week (during study)
- Full-time during holidays
- Minimum Salary: €12 – €15/hour
💰 Expected Monthly Earnings from Part-Time Jobs: €1,000 – €1,500
🔹 Total Estimated Cost for Studying in Denmark
| Expense | Estimated Cost (€) | BDT Equivalent (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| University Application Fee | €50 – €150 | 6,000 – 18,000 BDT |
| Tuition Fee (First Year) | €6,000 – €18,000 | 7 – 22 Lakh BDT |
| Bank Statement (Proof of €12,000 Funds) | €12,000 | 14.5 Lakh BDT |
| Visa Application Fee (ST1 Visa) | €280 | 35,000 BDT |
| Health Insurance | €120 – €250 | 15,000 – 30,000 BDT |
| Accommodation Deposit (3 Months Rent) | €900 – €1,800 | 1 – 2 Lakh BDT |
| Flight Ticket to Denmark | €700 – €1,200 | 80,000 – 1.4 Lakh BDT |
| Living Expenses (First 3 Months) | €3,000 | 3.6 Lakh BDT |
| Total Cost (First Year, Including Living Expenses) | €23,000 – €35,000 | 27 – 40 Lakh BDT |
👉 Can You Recover Costs? YES! Through part-time jobs, you can cover living expenses & tuition fees.
🔹 Final Steps for Application & Visa
✅ Step 1: Choose a university & apply
✅ Step 2: Pay tuition fee & get acceptance letter
✅ Step 3: Show bank balance (€12,000) & arrange documents
✅ Step 4: Apply for Danish Student Visa (ST1)
✅ Step 5: Receive visa & book your flight to Denmark
💡 Do You Need Help Applying?
We at Visa Stories Consultancy can assist with:
✔ University selection & admission
✔ Scholarship application support
✔ Visa processing & documentation
✔ Accommodation & part-time job guidance
Would you like me to help find the best university for you or assist with your visa process? 🚀
