Know and follow the rules

In order for you to know your rights and obligations as a student, you should know the rules and regulations applying to you

It’s a good idea to read your curriculum, in which many of the rules are included.

In addition to your curriculum and other rules and regulations laid down by the University of Copenhagen, there are several acts and ministerial orders that may be useful in certain situations. You can find the ones that are translated into English below. If you can read Danish, we recommend that you look at our Danish site which has more resources.

It can be difficult figuring out what is relevant to your particular situation. We always recommend that you contact the student counselling if you are not sure about which rules apply to you. This is particularly relevant if you don’t speak Danish, as many rules and regulations haven’t been translated into English.

If you don’t know whether you have been treated correctly when in contact with the University’s administration, you can always contact the Student Ambassador.

 

 

 

Your curriculum is a description of your programme’s structure and current rules.

Make sure to read the correct curriculum. You are not necessarily enrolled under the most recent curriculum. If in doubt, contact the student counselling.

The rules set out in the curriculum are primarily laid down by the University, which means that you can apply for exemption in case of extraordinary circumstances.

You can find your curriculum on your study information page > Planning your studies > Rules and exemptions > Curricula and rules (requires UCPH login).

 

 

 

 

Below, you can find some of the rules and regulations that define the basic framework and requirements for the University as an educational institution.

As a student, it may be relevant for you to read the University Programme Order, in which you will find the general framework for course registration and withdrawal, study activity requirements, leave of absence etc.

The University of Copenhagen has concluded an agreement with the teaching staff regarding copyright on teaching material developed by employees at the University. You can read the agreement here:

     

     

    Here is a list of rules and regulations that are important to your application for admission and your study start, including applications for credit transfer from a previous degree programme.

     

     

     

     

     

    Via this link you can read about the state education grant (SU) in English:


    If you have any questions about SU, you should contact the SU office at the University of Copenhagen.

    If you are about to become a parent while you are studying, we recommend that you read the information about parental leave on your study information page. Go to Illness, Parental Leave and Special Support > Pregnance and parental leave

     

     

     

     

     

    Here you will find rules and regulations about the grading scale, exams and examiners:


    The University of Copenhagen's internal rules apply if you are reported for suspicion of plagiarism/cheating:

     

    You can also read the University’s guidelines on using ChatGPT and similar technology:

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    As a student with permanent or temporary functional impairment, you are ensured rights through several acts, ministerial orders and conventions.

     

     

     

     

    The University of Copenhagen does not tolerate harassment, bullying or abuse.

    If you have experienced something unpleasant or transgressive, you can always reach out to KUallies and to us at the Student Ambassador and talk about your experience in a safe space.

    On your study information page, you will find information on how you can complain about an employee or a fellow student.

    Here you will also find your faculty's action plan for preventing and handling violations.

    • KUnet > Student information > Your student life > Support and guidance > Prevent and get help from abusive behaviour

    In the University of Copenhagen's regulations, you can read more about the university's expectations for the behaviour of its students. You will also find a description of how the university handles cases where a student is reported for unacceptable behaviour.

     

     

    If you are not sure which rules apply to you, we advice you to contact your student counselling service.

    If you are not sure whether you have been treated in accordance with the rules at the University, consult the student ambassador.