Study start master's programmes
Congratulations on your admission and a warm welcome to Roskilde University (RUC). You are about to embark on a memorable journey at an extraordinary university.
Here, we will guide you through the steps you need to take when getting started at Roskilde University and provide you with essential information about your introduction programmes and many useful tips for your study start at RUC.
Your introduction to Roskilde University
At RUC, your studies officially start on 1 September. If you are coming from abroad, we recommend that you plan to arrive in Denmark two weeks before the official start of studies if possible. This will give you time to get settled.
Familiarise yourself with the introduction programmes for international students and other types of help available to you. They are valuable resources that will provide you with all the tips and tricks you need to get your student life at RUC off to a good start.
Practical Study Start info
Welcome to "How to RUC", your online study start universe, where we have gathered all the information you need about course registration, student card, course literature, important dates, SU and much more.
Get a preview even before you are admitted - some things might be nice to know already now. If you are admitted to one of RUC's programmes, you will receive a personal invitation and a link with more information that relates to your specific programme, your specific study start, etc.
Full degree Onboarding Day
Before your semester begins, you will take part in RUC’s on campus Fulldegree Onboarding Day on 1 September 2026. This one-day event is a mandatory extension of your online study start course How to RUC and is designed especially for international full degree students.
During the day, you will be introduced to RUC’s academic approach, study structure and student life. You will also meet key staff members, explore student communities at RUC Expo, and if you are new to Denmark we will guide you on the practical steps of settling in.
Introduction session at your master's programme
Most of RUC's study programmes host a study start with an academic introduction to your master's programme. You can find the dates for your study start in the information about your programme at study.ruc.dk.
Accommodation
Global network: Housing Anywhere
As you will soon prepare for your studies at RUC, we encourage you to find a room before your arrival. RUC supports the global network Housing Anywhere, which is a peer-to-peer platform where people can rent out rooms to international students.
Receive a RUC VIP profile on HousingAnywhere.com by signing up:
For students: Sign-up
For landlords: Sign-up
As a student, intern, PhD candidate, researcher, or visiting professor of RUC you are entitled to priority access to all accommodation available on Housing Anywhere. 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.
Links to tips and tricks on how to find accommodation
Check out our brochure Getting Started for tips and tricks on how to find accommodation.
You can find a lot of useful information in the International Students' Survival Guide to life in Denmark – also on how to find accommodation.
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 and your stay in Denmark, for example, what to do before your stay in Denmark and what to do upon arrival and much more.
More about RUC
How to get to Roskilde University (RUC)
Get a map over RUC’s campus and directions on how to get here.
Survival Guide
Get the International Students Survival Guide to life in Denmark - made by students to students.
The Student House RUC
Student House RUC is an open and inclusive meeting place for all students at RUC, where you can hold meetings, organize events and get together for social and professional meetings.
International Community at RUC
The International Community (IC) is a student run organisation that hosts various events to create a social platform for international and Danish students at RUC. Visit us on Facebook.
RUC Campus
Life at RUC is more than attending classes and conducting research. On campus, you can find many facilities for sports and social activities together, both, indoors and outdoors.
Study Guidance
Need help? If you have questions about your study start or your master's programme, you are welcome to contact RUC Study Guidance.