Important Information for International Students
On April 30th, 2025, the Danish Parliament passed new legislation concerning international students in Denmark.
The new regulations will pass into effect on May 2nd, 2025. The following regulations will apply to all students enrolling at the IBA International Business Academy on or after this date:
- Students are not permitted to work during their studies at the IBA International Business Academy in Kolding.
- Students must depart Denmark immediately upon completing their studies.
- Students are not allowed to bring dependents to Denmark.
These changes apply to all students from non-EU countries enrolled in Coventry degree programs at the IBA Kolding, including the new BME programme.
The changes do not apply to students who have applied for or been granted a residence permit as a student before 2 May 2025. These students will continue to have the right to a limited work permit, a 6-month job search stay and the right to bring accompanying family to Denmark. These students will continue with the same rights if they apply for an extension of their residence permit from 2 May 2025.
Nor do the changes apply to foreign nationals who have applied for or been granted a residence permit as an accompanying family member of a student in a non-state-approved higher educational programme before 2 May 2025. These accompanying family members will continue with the same rights if they apply for an extension of their residence permit from 2 May 2025.
You can read the official statement from Nyidanmark/NewtoDenmark (in English) here >>
If you have any questions or need further assistance, please feel free to contact us at: apply@iba.dk
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"You can never say, ‘Now I know everything…’ - you have to keep learning constantly in order to keep yourself updated."
"You have to meet deadlines when you study online. Luckily, that’s something sports people are really good at. When we train or play a match, we’re always on time. Every single time. There’s simply no alternative."
"We always had a week to submit assignments, so there was plenty of opportunity to plan around other commitments."
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Four reasons to study at the IBA in Denmark
Choosing where to study is a big decision, and the IBA International Business Academy offers a unique combination of academic excellence, practical learning, and international focus. Here are five compelling reasons to join us:
- Denmark is ranked as one of the safest countries in the world according to the Global Peace Index.
- High quality teaching and course assured through accreditations from the Danish Evaluation Institute and UK Quality Assurance Agency.
- Kolding is a student city with a very relaxed and calm atmosphere, that will help you focus on your studies, personal development as well as social activities.
- Alongside your studies, you can participate in a variety of events, allowing you to meet other students across educations and nationalities. Read more about IBA Student Life here
