University of Southern Denmark Danish Government Scholarship 2027
The University of Southern Denmark (SDU) is offering the Danish Government Scholarship for high-achieving international graduate students. Supported by the Ministry of Higher Education and Science, Denmark, this award recognizes the significant academic and cultural contributions international students bring to the university. The scholarship provides financial support for full-degree Master’s programs starting in the September intake, helping students pursue advanced degrees in an innovative European academic environment.
Designation
Designation: Danish Government Scholar / Master’s Degree Student
Scholarship Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Host Institution | University of Southern Denmark (SDU) |
| Funding Body | Danish Ministry of Higher Education and Science |
| Degree Level | Master’s Degree (MSc) |
| Coverage | Full Tuition Fee Waiver + Monthly Living Stipend (DKK 3,000) |
| Study Location | Sønderborg Campus, Denmark |
| Target Group | Non-EU/EEA International Students |
| Application Deadline | February 1 |
Scholarship Description
The Danish Government Scholarship at SDU is designed to make higher education accessible to exceptional non-EU/EEA candidates. The award consists of two main components:
- Full Tuition Fee Waiver: Complete coverage of tuition costs for the duration of the Master’s program.
- Living Stipend: A monthly grant of DKK 3,000 (before taxes) to support living expenses in Denmark.
Recipients are chosen through a competitive selection process based on academic excellence, prior course relevance, and performance in a technical admission interview.
Research Area
The scholarship is available for selected Master of Science in Engineering programs offered at the Sønderborg campus, including:
- MSc in Engineering – Electronics
- MSc in Engineering – Mechatronics (All study profiles)
- Other highly qualified Master’s degree candidates in engineering programs at the Sønderborg campus as designated by the Faculty of Engineering.
Location
The primary study location for eligible programs is the Sønderborg Campus of the University of Southern Denmark, located in Southern Denmark near the German border.
Eligibility/Qualification
To qualify for consideration, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Must be a non-EU/EEA citizen requiring a tuition fee payment for Danish university education.
- Must apply for an eligible full-degree Master’s program in Sønderborg starting in September.
- Must hold a recognized Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with a high Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA).
- Must fulfill all entry requirements and provide official transcripts and verified course descriptions.
- Must satisfy SDU’s official English language proficiency requirements.
- Exclusion: Applicants who are eligible for or currently receiving the Danish State Educational Grant (SU) cannot be awarded this scholarship.
How to Apply
There is no separate scholarship application form required. Eligible candidates are automatically considered for the scholarship when applying for admission to an eligible Master’s program at SDU.
Required Documents
All required supporting documents must be uploaded directly to the online portal at the time of application submission:
- Receipt of application deposit fee payment.
- Official Bachelor’s degree diploma and transcripts in English, Danish, Swedish, or Norwegian, detailing grades and course credits/ECTS.
- Verified course descriptions for all subjects listed on academic transcripts.
- Completed program-specific self-assessment form (for Electronics or Mechatronics).
- Official proof of English language proficiency.
Selection and Interview Process
Applications are reviewed based on Bachelor’s GPA and course relevance. Qualified applicants will be invited via email for a short online technical interview conducted by program faculty between February 19 and February 27. Invitations are issued shortly after February 15, so applicants should monitor their emails closely.
To learn more about the funding opportunities and to start your admission process, visit the Official SDU Scholarship Page.
Last Date for Apply
The official application deadline for admission and automatic scholarship consideration is February 1 for the September intake.