You will be able to find answers to most of your questions in this Survival Guide, either here on the web or in the hard copy that is sent to you with your information package after we have received a nomination from your university coordinator, but here are some of the most frequently asked questions.
Where can I get information about Copenhagen Business School?
Please check out CBS homepage at: http://www.cbs.dk/ - or the International Office’s website: http://www.cbs.dk/intl .
When does the semester begin?
Please see The Academic Calendar at: Academic Calendar
Do I need to apply for a residence permit for Denmark?
Apart from citizens from the Nordic countries, everyone staying in Denmark for more than 3 months must have a residence permit.
Students from the Nordic countries do not need a residence permit. EU/EEA nationals must obtain their permit after arrival in Denmark.
Non-EU/EEA nationals: You must apply for residence permit at the Danish Embassy or Danish Consulate General in your home country. In certain countries, there is no Danish representation so another Schengen country will handle visa applications on behalf of Denmark.
How do I apply for residence permit if I am a non-EU citizen?
Please read the instructions on the application form for a residence and work permit for students included in your registration package.
Who should I contact if I have questions regarding my residence permit?
You can write to the academic advisors

What should I include with my application?
Please see Registration Process.

Will my buddy contact me before my departure?
Prior to your arrival, you must contact your “buddy” to let him/her know when you arrive in Copenhagen. If you have not been able to get in touch with your buddy one week prior to your scheduled date of departure, please contact the Buddy Coordinators at: buddy.io@cbs.dk.
Last accepted arrival date in Copenhagen?
Arrivals later than the beginning of the mandatory introduction program cannot be accepted (see Academic Calendar). If you have problems meeting the requirement, please contact the academic advisors,

Who should I contact regarding my arrival time in Copenhagen?
You should fill out the on-line form concerning arrival information. Inform also your buddy, landlord or landlady (if you have private housing) as soon as you know the arrival date.
Will there be someone to meet me when I arrive?
Yes! If you have contacted your buddy prior to your arrival, he/she will meet you at the airport (or train station) and help you find your residence in Denmark. In case of any problems, please contact the International Office at (+45) 3815 3006. Please keep in mind though, that the International Office is only open during normal office hours, namely Mon-Fri. 9.00am to noon and again from 1pm to 3.30pm. The office is closed Saturdays and Sundays and during official Danish holidays.
In end-July/end-December, information on buddies will be sent out to your CBS e-mail account (we sent your log-in password with your acceptance package). Please make sure that you have access to this e-mail account over the summer and Christmas holidays, since we will be sending important information to this account.
Questions? Please feel free to e-mail us at buddy.intoff@cbs.dk and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

When do I get to know my address in Copenhagen?
The accommodation application process is on-line and your room allocation and contract will be automatically generated. On-line application process opens on May 1 for the autumn semester and in November for the spring semester.
When can I move into my room?
If you are coming for the autumn semester, your room will be available from August 13 until December 30.
If you are coming for the spring semester, your room will be available from January 14 until June 17.
How do I pay?
You will find payment details in your contract.
Can I receive a discount by paying my total rent for the whole period at once?
No, but remember that you save yourself time, effort and fees if the payment for the whole semester is made on one occasion.
Why didn’t I get my first priority?
The on-line application process operates on first come first served basis. In addition a number of factors such as gender, age and nationality are taken into consideration.
Will there be a telephone in my residence?
Please check information about your residences in the section of CBS International.
There are few private houses where a phone is not available (except for important calls from family, your home university and CBS), but this will be accounted for in the rent.
What about bed linen?
A “start-up package” containing duvet, pillow, sheets and towels will be in your room when you arrive.
Do I have to buy or bring furniture and kitchen utensils?
All rooms rented from CBS are fully furnished with a bed, a table, a chair, a closet, lamps etc. All kitchens are equipped with basic utensils for cooking and eating. Missing articles will be provided.
Do I have Internet access in my room?
All rooms have access to the Internet. There are also many possibilities to connect to the Internet from CBS buildings and libraries, where Internet connection is free of charge. Please look at our website for details at each of the specific residences.
How far is my residence from CBS and from the City Centre?
Please look at the various maps here:
For more details please visit our housing website:

Where can I find the course descriptions?
Course descriptions can be found on the following websites:
http://uk.cbs.dk/grad (graduate courses)
http://uk.cbs.dk/undergrad (undergraduate courses).
What is the language of instruction?
The language of instruction is for the most part English which is why students must have advanced English skills to be able to participate in the program. An advanced level is a TOEFL score of minimum 577 or the equivalent. A limited number of courses are taught in Spanish, German or French. The course description will indicate if a course is taught in another language than English.
How many credits do I need to take at CBS?
A full workload at CBS is 30 ECTS credits. CBS requires that each exchange student takes a full-load while studying at CBS, regardless of whether credit may be obtained at the home university. CBS allows the student to develop the skill of working under the pressure of a heavy workload similar to their future position in a business environment. If a student does not take the required number of credits, a residence permit will not be issued and can be revoked if the workload is not maintained. We do not recommend more than 30 ECTS per semester; however, if you have special requirements, you may take up to but no more than 45 ECTS credits in any one semester. We must be informed in advance of any special requirements.
Can I register for graduate courses if I am an undergraduate?
Only students who have completed a bachelor’s degree or a minimum of 3 years’ specialized university study can register for graduate courses. Also make sure that you have satisfied the required prerequisites (if any) listed in the course descriptions for the courses you would like to follow. Graduate students will be given priority, so it may not always be possible.

Can I register for undergraduate courses if I am a graduate?
Undergraduate students will be given priority, so it may not always be possible.
When is the timetable for the courses available?
The timetable will be available in mid-August (autumn semester) and mid-January (spring semester) if not already indicated in the course description. The timetable is included in the “Welcome Package” waiting for you in your pigeonhole here at the International Office.
Do I need to indicate alternative course choices?
Yes, since there might be changes in the class schedule or in course offerings, CBS requires you to list alternative choices. You must indicate one alternative for each of the courses selected. The alternative courses will be used if it is impossible to enroll you in the class of your primary choice.
If you have special reasons for needing to take a specific course please upload a document to that effect when registering online, but remember that such a letter will not guarantee you the course. It is not advisable to base your graduation on taking a specific course while attending CBS as an exchange student, since we cannot guarantee that all courses announced in the Course Catalogue 2010/2011 will be offered. Cancelations can occur for any number of reasons!
Will I receive confirmation on my courses before arriving in Copenhagen?
No. Please note that the courses that appear on your course enrolment status on CBS e-Campus before you arrive in Copenhagen might not be courses that you will be assigned to. Due to the internal administrative procedures at CBS it is unfortunately not possible for us to confirm your course choices before your arrival.
Can I change my courses after arrival in Copenhagen?
Yes, it is possible to drop and add courses during the first two weeks of the semester.
Who should I contact if I have questions regarding my course choices?

Who should I contact if I have questions regarding the Danish Crash Course?
You should write to the Language Centre at: dcc.lc@cbs.dk.
When do I get my transcript?
We strive to send transcripts by mid-February for the autumn semester and by mid-August for the spring semester. However, should you be graduating or be in need of your transcript earlier for an important reason, we shall be happy to do our best to help you.