Roskilde University
Channel your inner Viking in Roskilde
Quick facts
University type, Campus
City Size: Intimate
Climate: Roskilde has a maritime climate, with both mild summers and winters.
Cost of Living: Generally more expensive than Norwich
Local language: Danish
Be inspired: Once the capital of Denmark, there's plenty of history in Roskilde and a strong Viking heritage.
Did you know: Roskilde is just half an hour from Copenhagen
Why choose Roskilde
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. 100,000 visitors go to the Viking Shop Museum in Roskilde every year and the city hosts one of Europe's largest music festivals. Roskilde is just 25 minutes from Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark. Copenhagen is a truly unique European city with plenty to explore.
Contact us
Contact us via email: studyabroad@uea.ac.uk