Details

• Denmark
• MAFW&RW-13
• Graduate
• WS 2025
• Time spent at the partner university: 4 months

1. Preparation

If you are assigned a room through the university's Housing Foundation, you don't need to worry too much about accommodation — but if you don't get a spot, make sure to start looking early, as Copenhagen has an extremely tight rental market and finding something on your own can become quite stressful. I travelled to Copenhagen by car together with a fellow student, which worked well for transporting larger luggage and splitting fuel costs, but otherwise flying is clearly the best option.

2. Accommodation

stayed at Umeus Valby, a student residence that I booked after not getting a spot through the university's Housing Foundation — it was the only option still available to me at that point, but it turned out to be a really cool place with a great community feel. The location is a bit outside the city centre and also not directly next to CBS, but the public transport connection works well and you can reach the university and the city centre without any major issues. In terms of safety, I never had any concerns at all, neither in the residence itself nor anywhere in Copenhagen — the city feels remarkably safe at any time of day. One important tip I wish I had known beforehand: you have to move out of the apartment at least two weeks before the official end of your rental contract, so make sure to plan your departure to avoid any last-minute stress.

3. Academic life at host university

Overall, my academic experience at CBS was very positive — the campus facilities are modern and well-equipped, and there are plenty of study spaces, libraries, and cafés that make it easy to get work done between classes. The courses I took were genuinely interesting and well-structured, and I particularly appreciated that the teaching methods are more interactive than at WU Vienna, with a strong focus on class discussions, group work, and case-based learning. This made the lessons more engaging and also encouraged me to participate more actively, which I found to be a real strength of the academic culture at CBS.

5. Every day life in the host country

Safety in Denmark is excellent — Copenhagen is one of the safest cities I have ever been to, and you can move around without any concerns at any time of day or night. Public transport works perfectly and very reliably, with metros, buses, and trains all well-connected and easy to use, so getting around the city or even travelling further is never an issue. CBS also offers a wide range of sports activities such as padel, tennis, and many others, which is a great way to stay active and meet new people during the semester. On top of that, the university organises plenty of social events throughout the semester, making it easy to connect with both local and international students and to really make the most of your time abroad.

6. Testimonial

My exchange semester in Copenhagen was an incredible experience that I would recommend to anyone without hesitation. What made it truly special was the combination of a vibrant, international student community at CBS, the interactive and inspiring teaching style, and the chance to explore one of the most liveable cities in Europe. Beyond the academic side, the many social events, trips with other exchange students, and the overall Scandinavian lifestyle created memories that I will carry with me for a long time.