Overview

You can also study geography with a minor subject. The Geography and Geoinformatics programme at the University of Copenhagen is offered in English.

Most students come with backgrounds in all the sub-fields of geography, but some also from environmental studies. They are often interested in understanding spatial patterns, sustainability, and environmental impacts on society, such as climate change. Many enjoy combining theory, fieldwork, and digital tools.

Career opportunities

Upon completion of the master’s programme, you will obtain the title Master of Science in Geography and Geoinformatics.

The programme gives you a solid foundation for conducting complex analyses of local, national, and global problems seen from a geographical perspective and founded on an interdisciplinary understanding of the world.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Environment, Society and Development in the Global South Block 1

Land Use Transitions in the Global South Block 1

The Dynamics of City Regions: Social and Economic

Ecosystems, Climate and Climate Change Block

Coastal Geoscience Block

Applied GIS and Geoinformatics for Urban Spatial Analysis Block

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Copenhagen, Denmark

Disciplines

Geography Information Technology (IT) Geographical Information Systems (GIS)

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

To apply for admission to this master's degree programme, you must have completed a qualifying bachelor’s degree or a similar Danish or international degree programme which is assessed to be relevant. Apply for admission via the application portal.v

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

125000 DKK / year

≈ 125000 DKK / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Living costs

Copenhagen

Denmark

7928 - 13456 DKK / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Career opportunities

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Living costs

Copenhagen

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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