Details

• Denmark
• MAMgmt-14
• Graduate
• WS 2025
• Time spent at the partner university: 4 months

1. Preparation

Preparation is fairly straightforward if you choose to go on exchange at CBS. Communication with the university is smooth, and as long as you follow the Erasmus+ guidelines, organizing your stay is uncomplicated. The main thing to keep in mind is the required C1 English certificate, which must be submitted by the beginning of April. Therefore, make sure you allow enough time to take one of the accepted language tests if you haven’t completed one within the past two years.

2. Accommodation

I was assigned a room in one of the dorms offered through the CBS Housing Department. I applied at the beginning of May by submitting my preferences and was later informed that I had received my first choice. From what I know, most students were allocated a dorm room through CBS Housing, though not everyone. Those who didn’t get a place were still assisted by CBS Housing in finding private accommodation. I lived in Nimbusparken, which was perfectly adequate but, like the other dorms, quite expensive for what it offered. I had a private bathroom and shared a kitchen with nine other students. The location was excellent—most university buildings were only a 5–15 minute walk away, and even closer by bike. The only downside was that the doors didn’t block noise very well, so if your room is near the kitchen and there’s a party on your floor, you’re unlikely to get much sleep. However, the shared kitchen is a good place to meet people at the beginning of your stay.

3. Academic life at host university

The campus is spread across six to seven different buildings, all located in Frederiksberg, except for the exam hall. All locations are within a 10 minutes bike ride of each other. I only took courses without mandatory attendance. The lecturers generally try to engage students as much as possible, although how well this works largely depends on their individual teaching style. My assessments consisted of four take-home exams, each to be completed within either 72 hours or 14 days. During this period, you are required to write a 15-page academic paper. The standards for passing are similar to those at WU, but the grading is noticeably stricter.

5. Every day life in the host country

Get a bike! Copenhagen is likely one of the best and safest cities in the world for cycling. You can either buy an inexpensive bike or rent one for the duration of your stay. I used Swapfiets, paying about €27 per month for a solid bike with seven gears. If anything breaks (which didn’t happen to me), you can simply go to their store and they will repair it or even replace the bike at no extra cost, as everything is included in the monthly fee. Some other students used a monthly rental through the DonkeyRepublic app. The Metro system is good and reliable 24/7, but quite expensive. Copenhagen is extremely safe and calm. Social and leisure opportunities become more plentiful as the weather improves. In December they are somewhat limited, but that’s a good time to explore the many cozy cafés and try out creative activities. Ice bathing and sauna visits are also popular options. I joined a gym (FitnessX, which offered a very good student discount) and became part of a sports club to meet people outside the exchange student community. CBS also has numerous student organizations, so almost everyone can find a group that suits their interests.

6. Testimonial

I met wonderful people and really enjoyed my stay in Copenhagen. If you are into their way of living and their hygge culture, Copenhagen is a must do!