Where Can I Study Abroad?

ROSKILDE UNIVERSITY

Innovative and student-centred forms of learning

WHY CHOOSE ROSKILDE?

Roskilde is home to a UNESCO-listed Gothic cathedral and a Viking Ship Museum which attracts more than 100,000 visitors annually.

The city of Roskilde is a mere 25 minutes away from Copenhagen, the capital city of Denmark, by train.

Roskilde hosts one of Europe's largest culture and music festivals, the Roskilde festival. First held in 1971, all profits are donated to charities.

QUICK FACTS

Location: Roskilde, Denmark

City Population: 50,046

University Population: 8,045

Climate: Roskilde has a maritime climate, with both mild summers and winters.

Nearest Airport: Copenhagen Airport

Roskilde's Website

Roskilde's Course Catalogue

FURTHER INFORMATION

Roskilde University, also known as RUC, is a public, research-driven university founded in 1972. It is recognised as one of the best young universities globally in rankings. RUC consists of one large campus area, which includes a large research library, a state-of-the-art laboratory building, student housing, an organic canteen, a sports centre, the International Students Club and many more outdoor facilities.

International students at RUC learn methods and theories within their subject fields and acquire skills in project management. They encounter Danish culture in an informal, creative and democratic student environment.

The campus is located on the outskirts of Roskilde, a city considered as an educational and business centre for the region. The city has a rich social and recreational life and more than 1000 years of history as an important harbour and trading city, dating back to the Viking era.

Contact us

Contact us via email: studyabroad@uea.ac.uk