Do you want to translate your passion for programming into a valuable AP-degree?
Important information about international programmes at KEA
KEA no longer admits new full degree students to English-taught programmes (the so-called international lines). New intakes only take place at the Danish lines. Current students who are already part of an international line can of course complete their education at KEA.
We also welcome exchange students from partner universities, just as we are sending out students on studies abroad.
On the programme, you learn to program, analyse and thus develop and maintain IT systems. In addition, you will learn how IT interacts with organisations and you will gain insight into the technology that makes it all possible.
We attach great importance to teaching you how to design and develop applications in collaboration with others. Software is all about people. Examples of elective subjects include programming mobile solutions or new programming languages.
At KEA, it’s cool to be a problem-solver. You get inspired to create something everyone can use in daily life.
In this subject area, you can develop things where people say: that’s impossible. That’s what makes it fun.
Programme content and structure
On the Computer Science programme you will learn about programming, systems development, businesses and technology.
The AP in Computer Science is an academy profession programme that runs for five semesters (2½ years) and comprises 150 ECTS points.
Courses
The programme consists of the following courses:
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Programming
General programming is taught based on syntax, programming method and program design, from a beginner’s level. You will learn to program in the following languages: Java and Javascript. You can choose other coding languages as electives.
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Systems development
Teaching in this area focuses on systems development theory and method, from pre-analysis to testing systems. Iterative methods, such as Scrum, are primarily taught.
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Organisation and IT
Drawing on organisational theory, you will learn to analyse organisational contexts you can use in systems development and in relation to implementing new systems in organisations.
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Technology
You will learn about computers down to component level, and up into the cloud, so that you understand the processes running on computers that can affect your systems development process and programming.
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Electives
Examples of elective subjects include programming mobile devices, web programming, Security and Artificial Intelligence.
Exams
Students receive an individual grade according to the 7-point grading scale in all exams.
At the end of the second semester, there is a project exam involving all subjects taught. Project groups submit a written report and a program/running system. An oral exam, comprising a joint presentation and individual examinations, will be held on the basis of the project.
At the end of the third semester, a systems development exam, a programming exam and a technology exam are held. All of these are individual oral exams based on a topic/question which the student draws prior to the exam.
At the end of the fourth semester, a specialisation exam is held, consisting of an individual oral exam.
Following the internship in the fifth semester, students must submit a five-page internship exam report describing their internship.
At the end of the fifth semester, the final exam project must be submitted. An oral exam is held, based on the project, involving a joint presentation and an individual examination.
Internship
A 10-week internship takes place in a relevant business in which you can try out what you have learned in the course of study.
Final project
The study programme concludes with a project where you specialise within a given topic. The project follows on from the internship, which often provides the basis for the final project.
More information
If you want to know more in details about the programme and the elements, you can read more in the curriculum.
Study form
On the Computer Science programme you will experience classroom instruction and project work.
The teaching is a combination of classroom instruction and project work – individually and in groups. We work with interdisciplinary issues, and always with an application focus.
What does it take to study at KEA?
Studying is not just about attending lectures and classes and taking part in the teaching activities. The active enrolment model shows you what is expected of you as a student at KEA.
The study programmes at KEA are full-time programmes, which means that you should expect to have to devote an average of about 42 hours a week to your studies. The hours are split between various activities such as teaching activities and preparation time.
Read more about the Active Enrolment Model
On this page you can also get tips for planning your time while studying at KEA.
Already a student at KEA?
Students at KEA can find more information about their programme at MyKEA (mit.kea.dk/en). MyKEA is our intranet for students, where you can find information about internship, the social life at KEA, contact information for study counsellors and the study administration and much more.
KEA is a playground, a community and a wealth of responsibilities
As a student at KEA, you have almost endless possibilities.
Workshops, with everything from CNC milling machines and wild 3D printers to a wide range of digital hardware. We have one of the world’s leading material libraries. We have cozy corners, roof terraces, cafes and bars.
At KEA, there is a new challenge around every corner.
We hope you will use all these possibilities for creativity, development and socialising.
Career and future
Typical jobs for a computer scientist include web developer, systems administrator/developer, programmer, IT consultant and system designer.
Graduates of the programme can work with many different information technology tasks. You can design IT systems, do programming and maintain large databases. You can also work as a consultant or advisor.
The shortage of computer science graduates means you can expect an excellent salary when you graduate. The latest figures show that new computer science graduates are paid DKK 28,000 - 30,000 per month after six months of employment.
Typical jobs for computer science graduates are programmer, systems developer and IT consultant.
As a graduate, you will use your creativity, logic and systematic abilities.
Further studies
Graduates of the AP in Computer Science have the option of completing an 18-month top-up study programme to attain a bachelor’s degree (BA).
Please contact the Study & Career Advisor if you want guidance on the structure of the Danish educational system or general opportunities for further education.
Admission
If you want to apply for Computer Science, you must meet our entry requirements. You can read more about the requirements below.
Transfer to KEA
If you want to transfer to Computer Science at KEA, you must meet our entry requirements. You can read more about the requirements below.
Requirements for admission to KEA
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Admission requirements
A level of education equivalent to a Danish upper secondary education or relevant vocational education is required (English and Maths must be included).
Mathematics B-level is required in order to apply for the AP Degree in Computer Science. The Mathematics B-level is represented by 250 hours during the last three years of upper-secondary school (equivalent to the Danish B-level of a Danish upper-secondary examination)
The programme is connected to the Coordinated Enrolment System (KOT). You can be enrolled either in Quota 1 or Quota 2.
Quota 1 means you will be accepted based on your qualifications from your upper-secondary education.
Quota 2 means you will be accepted based on your overall qualifications, including any possible qualifying training. See the criteria for being enrolled in quota 2 under "Quota 2 criteria" under Application.
All attachments to your application must be submitted together with the application no later than the application deadline.
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Language requirements
All applicants must have passed English at a level equivalent to a Danish Upper Secondary education B-level.
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Admission with special permission
If you do not meet the formal admission requirements, you can apply for admission with special permission based on an individual competency assessment (IKV), (in Danish: "Individuel KompetenceVurdering - IKV).
In an IKV, KEA assesses whether your competencies correspond to fulfillment of the formal admission requirements for the programme in question. You must document competencies corresponding to fulfillment of the formal admission requirements, and you must document that you meet the specific admission requirements including the language requirements.
If you wish to apply for admission with special permission, you must meet the following application deadlines:
- Summer intake: 15 March at 12.00 CET
Below you can read more about the application process and find the application form:
Requirements for transfer to KEA
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Admission requirements
A level of education equivalent to a Danish upper secondary education or relevant vocational education is required (English and Maths must be included).
Mathematics B-level is required in order to apply for the AP Degree in Computer Science. The Mathematics B-level is represented by 250 hours during the last three years of upper-secondary school (equivalent to the Danish B-level of a Danish upper-secondary examination)
The programme is connected to the Coordinated Enrolment System (KOT). You can be enrolled either in Quota 1 or Quota 2.
Quota 1 means you will be accepted based on your qualifications from your upper-secondary education.
Quota 2 means you will be accepted based on your overall qualifications, including any possible qualifying training. See the criteria for being enrolled in quota 2 under "Quota 2 criteria" under Application.
All attachments to your application must be submitted together with the application no later than the application deadline.
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Language requirements
All applicants must have passed English at a level equivalent to a Danish Upper Secondary education B-level.
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Admission with special permission
If you do not meet the formal admission requirements, you can apply for admission with special permission based on an individual competency assessment (IKV), (in Danish: "Individuel KompetenceVurdering - IKV).
In an IKV, KEA assesses whether your competencies correspond to fulfillment of the formal admission requirements for the programme in question. You must document competencies corresponding to fulfillment of the formal admission requirements, and you must document that you meet the specific admission requirements including the language requirements.
If you wish to apply for admission with special permission, you must meet the following application deadlines:
- Summer intake: 15 March at 12.00 CET
Below you can read more about the application process and find the application form:
If you want to know more
Read more about transfer to KEA, re-admission and re-enrollment on the page APPLICATION AND ADMISSION.
Exchange at KEA
It is still possible to go on exchange at KEA. You can read more about exchange below.
Information about exchange at KEA
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Exchange
As an international student it is still possible to go to KEA for exchange.
We welcome exchange students with appropriate educational backgrounds who wish to attend one of our international programmes for one or more semesters.
You must be a regular student at one of our international partner institutions. You can see all our partner institutions here
At KEA the international element is of great importance and we pride ourselves of an intercultural environment.
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Contact
If you are interested in exchange at KEA you kan contact our international office, KEA Global.
Semester start
The fall semester begins in the end of August and the spring semester begins in the end of January. You can see study start dates in our Academic Calendar.
Please note, that from August 2022 the programme will no longer be available in English for full degree students at KEA. It is still possible to go on exchange at KEA, see more at global.kea.dk
Application
If you want to apply for Computer Science, you can read about how to apply and what the process is below.
Application proces
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How to apply
Summer intake
The programme is connected to the Coordinated Enrolment System (KOT). You can be enrolled either in Quota 1 or Quota 2.
Quota 1 means you will be accepted based on your qualifications from your upper-secondary education.
Quota 2 means you will be accepted based on your overall qualifications, including any possible qualifying training. See the criteria for being enrolled in quota 2 under "Quota 2 criteria".
All attachments to your application must be submitted together with the application no later than the application deadline.
You must apply via optagelse.dk. Remember to submit all your documentation with the application.
Read more about the application process
Winter intake
There is no winter intake to the programme.
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Application deadline
For summer intake:
All applicants can apply from 1 February.
The deadline for quota 1 is 5 July at 12:00 noon CET. (Only Danish applicants with a Danish upper secondary education).
The deadline for quota 2 is 15 March at 12:00 noon CET. (Non-EU, EU/EAA and Danish applicants).
NB: The deadline for students applying for admission with special permission/IKV is 15 March at 12:00 noon CET.
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Quota 2 criteria
Quota 2 means you will be accepted based on your overall qualifications, including any possible qualifying training.
Quota 2 admissions are allocated according to the following criteria:
- Work experience – between 3 and 12 months, minimum 30 hours per week – including internships and national service. The internship must, however, not have been part of your entry qualification. Documentation must be included in the form of either work contracts, pay slips or employer statements.
- Other activities, minimum 3 months. E.g. Folk High School stay or stay abroad experiences (not holidays). Voluntary work equal to 3 months full-time employment can also be included. Documentation in the form of either diplomas, contracts, plane tickets, travel itinerary or certified statements are a requirement.
- Grade average from your upper secondary school exam.
- Relevant IT courses, e.g.: Java, C#, Javascript, Android, .NET MVC.
- KEA does not require a letter of motivation. It is your activities that count in quota-2. They must be documented.
All quota 2 activities must be documented (payslips, statements, diplomas etc.).
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Application fee
Non-EU applicants are required to pay an application fee in order for KEA to process their application.
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Entrance grade point average
6,6 (2021)
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Limitations
If you have completed a master’s degree, you are not eligible to start a second degree at an equivalent or lower level unless there are vacant study places. This limitation applies to all applicants holding a master’s degree regardless of whether it is a Danish or an international master’s degree.
Contact
If you have questions about transfer to KEA, re-admission or re-enrollment KEA Applicant is ready to help you. If you have questions about exchange programmes please contact KEA Global.
Questions about transfer, re-admission and admission requirements
Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or +45 46 46 07 00.
You can call us Monday to Friday, between 10.00-12.00. All times are CET.
Questions about exchange programmes
Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or find contact information for our international coordinators at global.kea.dk.
Berit Bergman
Study & Career Advisor
T: +45 46 46 00 62
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General information
Below you can find information about study place, curriculum and other practical information regarding Computer Science.
Practical information about the programme
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Language
The programme is offered in English.
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Address
Classes take place at:
Guldbergsgade 29N
2200 Copenhagen N
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Finance
The programme is entitled to the state education support (SU) for Danish citizens. Read more at www.su.dk
Tuition fee terms:
- Nordic/EU/EEA students are free of charge
- Non-EU citizens must pay a tuition fee of € 5,500 per semester
There is no fee for following students:
- Students from the European Union (EU)
- Students from EEA countries (Norway, Liechtenstein, Iceland)
- Students from Switzerland
- Students who are granted permanent residency or time-limited permit with the possibility of permanent residence in Denmark
- Students exchanged with Danish students as part of a bilateral agreement with an educational institution abroad
- Students who are granted residence permit under §9c, paragraph 1 of the Aliens Act as the accompanying child of a foreigner with a residency permit issued under pursuant to section 9a of the Aliens Act
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Expenses
There will be expenses to buy books. Furthermore you have to bring your own laptop which supports 5GHz (802.11a) in order to avoid problems with KEA’s network.
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Curriculum
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Code of conduct
KEA has a set of general codes of conduct, which apply to everyone. Locally, there might be more detailed codes.
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Diploma Supplement
KEA issues a Diploma Supplement in English automatically at the end of your studies, as a supplement to your diploma.
The Diploma Supplement is designed to provide a description of the nature, level, context, content and status of the qualification.
The Diploma Supplement contains a description of KEA Copenhagen School of Design and Technology and the Danish educational system.
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Scholarship
Unfortunately, the Danish Government has discontinued allocating funds towards scholarships for non-EU/EEA students.
Due to this decision, KEA is unable to offer any scholarships at this point.
