Find your intro program, read about the start of your studies and learn more about how we help you get ready to study. Also get answers to the questions that students often ask at the start of their studies.
When is the start of studies?
To ensure that you get a good welcome at SDU, we have organized an intro program.
The study start test
The study start test must show whether you have actually started the education. The exam is held at the start of the study.
Mathematics Brush Up course
The course is free and is aimed at students accepted at one of the University of Southern Denmark's engineering study programmes who would like to repeat key areas of high school level mathematics and improve their elementary arithmetic skills before the semester begins.
This is how you get started
FAQ
It’s very important that you order your student card as soon as possible. When you order your student card, you will receive your exam number, which you will need to access the IT services of the University of Southern Denmark.
As a student at The University of Southern Denmark, you have access to the IT services of the University of Southern Denmark, including your student e-mail address, the Student Self Service portal and the e-learning platform itslearning.
We will send you an e-mail with information on the IT services of the University of Southern Denmark and on the access to these services to the e-mail address that you stated on your application. If you did not receive the e-mail within 1 week, please contact helpdesk@helpdesk.sdu.dk.
If you did, what to do next depends on whether you completed your previous study programme or not.
Did you not complete your bachelor/professional bachelor programme?
If you were previously admitted to a bachelor/professional bachelor programme and you did not complete it, you must apply for a credit transfer. This means that the courses which you have previously passed can be included in your new study programme, reducing the length of your new study programme proportionally.
Did you complete your bachelor/professional bachelor programme?
If you have previously completed a bachelor/professional bachelor programme, you may apply for credits.
Read about the rules and deadlines:
As a student at the University of Southern Denmark, you are responsible for keeping yourself updated on the rules of examinations, including exam registration and deregistration. You must know all applicable regulations and the university’s requirements for academic practice in relation to exam assignments. Read more about general examination regulations.
Do you know what student activity means?
As a university student, you must register for courses and exams yourself and you must pass a specific amount of ECTS every year. Please be aware that you do not have to register for your courses for the first semester of your bachelor. In addition to this, you must also complete your study programme within a specific period of time, and there are clearly defined rules for leaves of absence, among other things. Knowing the rules and keeping yourself updated on the university’s rules on student activity is your obligation. Read more about student activity.
Do you have a permanent physical disability or a mental disorder, which requires special support in relation to completing a university study programme, you can apply for Special Educational Support (SPS).
Are you eligible for SU? Read more about The Danish Education Grant and Loan Scheme.
Let us help you find accommodation in your city of studies. Read more about accommodation