Denmark is located in northern Europe and is part of Scandinavia. Denmark consists of the Jutland peninsula, the larger islands of Zealand, Funen, and Lolland-Falster and 429 other named islands between the North Sea and the Baltic Sea, 72 of which are inhabited. Nowhere in Denmark is more than 50 km from the sea. And just a few kilometres from Denmark’s major cities of Aarhus and Copenhagen you find idyllic villages and pristine woodlands and lakes. The Danish educational system is designed to promote creativity, innovation, analytical and critical thinking. As a student in Denmark, you will be met by an up-to-date learning environment where you can learn from industry experts and undertake internships in internationally recognised organisations. Furthermore, global partnerships between higher education institutions, businesses, science parks and public research institutes ensure that study and research in Denmark reflect the latest knowledge and meet the needs of a global labour market. Higher education in Denmark combines traditional lectures and tutorials with teaching that will help you develop strong problem-solving skills. Open debate and problem-based learning methods will encourage you to express yourself, to pursue experiment and to work collaboratively with others. This involves project work - on your own and with fellow students. These projects which often treat real-life challenges and draw on your ability to use your initiative and think freely. Oral and written exams ensure learning outcomes of high international quality. The learning environment in Denmark is friendly and relaxed with students and teachers debating openly during class and lectures. As your team with other students on collaborative projects you will also be introduced to new friends from around the world.