Study start Bachelor

On your first day at Roskilde University (RUC) you will be greeted by a great team of tutors who have spent their holiday preparing an introduction programme to RUC. During this introduction, you will be introduced to the academic and social life at RUC. You should expect social and academic activities from 9:00 to 17:00 every day during the introduction period. The freshman trip may take place during weekdays or on weekends, so we recommend keeping the calendar as free as possible throughout the period.

Accommodation

Housing Anywhere

As you will soon prepare for your studies at Roskilde University, we encourage you to find a room before your arrival. Roskilde University supports the global network Housing Anywhere, which is a peer-to-peer platform where people can rent out rooms to international students.

Sign-up to receive a Roskilde University VIP profile on HousingAnywhere.com

As a student, intern, PhD candidate, researcher, or visiting professors of Roskilde University you are entitled to priority access to all accommodation available on HousingAnywhere.com. The platform allows you to choose from rooms listed by local students or verified landlords and securely book prior to your arrival.

For more information, check the local guide on living in Roskilde 

Keep in mind: The housing market in Roskilde is very seasonal. So if you don’t find a room listed right away check back regularly.

Do you need more information or have a specific question? Send an email to vip@housinganywhere.com and be treated with priority!

Links to tips and tricks on finding accommodation

Check out our brochure ‘Getting Started’ for tips and tricks on finding accommodation

You can find a lot of good information in the ‘International Students’ Survival Guide to life in Denmark’ – also on how to find a place to live. 

Public Transportation Discount

If you are a student at a bachelor’s programme, you can apply for a public transportation pass known as an "Ungdomskort".

Are you eligible to receive SU (student grant)?

If you are not a Danish citizen, you must fulfil special conditions in order to be entitled to SU.

Read about SU at the website of the Ministry of Higher Education and Science

Mentor Program

The mentor program is a face-to-face introduction to Denmark given by a current student at the Roskilde University. You get an informal introduction to the student life at the university. The mentor program will also host common social events for all mentors and mentees throughout the semester.

Register before semester start. We will pair you with a mentor in a small group of mentees. You will have a friend from day one. Somebody who won't only help you around campus, but also somebody to go for dinner, lunch, parties and all sort of things with. Also, many fun activities will be arranged by Roskilde University exclusively for mentors and mentees.

Sign up for mentor program

Handbook for New International Students

Read the handbook “Getting Started” with information for new international students. It offers a lot of hands-on information regarding student life at RUC, what you need to do when starting at RUC, practical matters that you need to take care of before and after you arrive in Denmark and much more.