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The latest figures for this year\u2019s quota 2 applications to the University of Copenhagen (UCPH) are in \u2014 and they\u2019ve brought a smile to the face of Rie Snekkerup, Vice-Provost for UCPH Education Services:<\/p>\n

\u00bbThe numbers look really promising. We\u2019re seeing an increase in the number of quota 2 applicants, which bodes well for this year\u2019s admissions,\u00ab says the Vice-Provost.<\/p>\n

In the Danish system, quota 2 university admissions are based on an individual assessment of the applicant’s qualifications, while quota 1 is solely based on grade point average (see box right).<\/p>\n

This year, a total of 21,754 people applied for admission to a UCPH programme through quota 2 \u2014 that\u2019s 9.2 per cent more than last year. There\u2019s also been a 7.2 per cent increase in those who applied for a UCPH programme as their first choice.<\/p>\n

The next generation is looking towards programmes that deal with welfare, climate and sustainability<\/p>\n

Rie Snekkerup, Deputy Director of UCPH Education<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

The biggest increase in applications has been seen at the Faculty of Science and the Faculty of Law. Law has seen a 16 per cent increase in applicants compared to last year, and Science has had a 14 per cent rise.<\/p>\n

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The Danish Quota 1 and 2 system<\/p>\n

Quota 1<\/strong>
\nIn quota 1, admission to university depends exclusively on your grade point average from your upper secondary school exam.<\/p>\n

Quota 2<\/strong><\/p>\n

In quota 2, admission is based on an individual assessment of your qualifications. Applicants have to write a motivational letter and a CV where they describe their qualifications. The university assesses you based on seven criteria:<\/p>\n

1.\u00a0\u00a0 Motivation and study potential
\n2.\u00a0\u00a0 Relevant employment experience
\n3.\u00a0\u00a0 Relevant education experience
\n4.\u00a0\u00a0 Studies or work abroad
\n5.\u00a0\u00a0 Grade point average from the upper secondary school examination
\n6.\u00a0\u00a0 Grades from relevant subjects at upper secondary school level
\n7.\u00a0\u00a0 Other experience which is relevant for university studies (e.g. volunteering)<\/p>\n

Around 10 per cent of study places are reserved for quota 2.<\/p>\n

More information about the Danish admissions system in general is here.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\u00bbIt\u2019s also quite interesting to dig into the individual degree programmes. For example, we\u2019ve seen an increase in programmes like Public Health Science and Biochemistry,\u00ab says Rie Snekkerup, adding:<\/p>\n

\u00bbI think this reflects a trend where the next generation is looking towards programmes that deal with welfare, climate and sustainability.\u00ab<\/p>\n

Differences in quota 2 admissions<\/h3>\n

UCPH is \u00bbvery pleased\u00ab with applicants applying through quota 2, according to Rie Snekkerup, because they tend to be older, more experienced, and contribute to a more diverse student population.<\/p>\n

There is a large variation in how many students each programme admits via quota 2 however,\u00a0 according to Rie Snekkerup.<\/p>\n

Most degree programmes admit only ten per cent of their students via quota 2, but on the medical programme in K\u00f8ge, 50 per cent of students are admitted this way. The same applies to the Forestry and Landscape Engineer programme, while Landscape Architecture and Classical Greek and Latin admit 30 per cent of students through quota 2.<\/p>\n

Open house events a hit<\/h3>\n

In addition to the increase in quota 2 applications, UCPH also broke a record this year for the number of visitors at its open house events. A total of 9,555 people attended open house events this year, compared to 8,616 in 2024.<\/p>\n

Prospective students are making more informed decisions about where they want to begin their studies \u2014 and this leads to a lower dropout rate<\/p>\n

Rie Snekkerup, Deputy Director of UCPH Education<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

\u00bbIt\u2019s great that so many people come to visit and get a real sense of what kind of university we are. It\u2019s a good way to explore what kind of education you want to pursue,\u00ab says Snekkerup. She adds:<\/p>\n

\u00bbThis means that prospective students are making more informed decisions about where they want to begin their studies \u2014 and this leads to a lower dropout rate. That kind of thing helps create a really good study environment.\u00ab<\/p>\n

Grade requirements on quota 1 unchanged<\/h3>\n

This summer, the University of Southern Denmark will raise the minimum grade requirement for quota 1 admission to 7. According to rector Jens Ringmose, this is because the university has so far admitted too many students who lacked the ability to complete their programmes, he told the Danish media Politiken<\/a>.<\/p>\n

But at the University of Copenhagen, the plan is still to maintain the current quota 1 grade requirement of 6, says Rie Snekkerup.<\/p>\n

\u00bbI expect the average admission grades to go up this year, since we\u2019re seeing rising application numbers while also reducing the number of available places,\u00ab she says, adding:<\/p>\n

\u00bbSo we don\u2019t believe there\u2019s any need to adjust the grade requirement. It\u2019s also worth noting that even though some programmes have admitted all applicants in recent years, the average grade of those admitted is still high. You just can\u2019t see that from the lists published in the media.\u00ab
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We\u2019re seeing an increase in the number of quota 2 applicants, which bodes well for this year\u2019s admissions,\u00ab says the Vice-Provost.<\/p>\n<p>In the Danish system, quota 2 university admissions are based on an individual assessment of the applicant’s qualifications, while quota 1 is solely based on grade point average (see box right).<\/p>\n<p>This year, a total of 21,754 people applied for admission to a UCPH programme through quota 2 \u2014 that\u2019s 9.2 per cent more than last year. There\u2019s also been a 7.2 per cent increase in those who applied for a UCPH programme as their first choice.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>The next generation is looking towards programmes that deal with welfare, climate and sustainability<\/p>\n<p class=\"quotee\">Rie Snekkerup, Deputy Director of UCPH Education<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>The biggest increase in applications has been seen at the Faculty of Science and the Faculty of Law. Law has seen a 16 per cent increase in applicants compared to last year, and Science has had a 14 per cent rise.<\/p>\n<div class=\"factbox\">\n<p class=\"factbox-header feature-color\">The Danish Quota 1 and 2 system<\/p>\n<p><strong>Quota 1<\/strong><br \/>\nIn quota 1, admission to university depends exclusively on your grade point average from your upper secondary school exam.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Quota 2<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In quota 2, admission is based on an individual assessment of your qualifications. Applicants have to write a motivational letter and a CV where they describe their qualifications. The university assesses you based on seven criteria:<\/p>\n<p>1.\u00a0\u00a0 Motivation and study potential<br \/>\n2.\u00a0\u00a0 Relevant employment experience<br \/>\n3.\u00a0\u00a0 Relevant education experience<br \/>\n4.\u00a0\u00a0 Studies or work abroad<br \/>\n5.\u00a0\u00a0 Grade point average from the upper secondary school examination<br \/>\n6.\u00a0\u00a0 Grades from relevant subjects at upper secondary school level<br \/>\n7.\u00a0\u00a0 Other experience which is relevant for university studies (e.g. volunteering)<\/p>\n<p>Around 10 per cent of study places are reserved for quota 2.<\/p>\n<p>More information about <a href=\"https:\/\/ufm.dk\/en\/education\/admission-and-guidance\/how-to-apply-for-a-higher-education-programme-in-denmark-1\">the Danish admissions system in general is here.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u00bbIt\u2019s also quite interesting to dig into the individual degree programmes. For example, we\u2019ve seen an increase in programmes like Public Health Science and Biochemistry,\u00ab says Rie Snekkerup, adding:<\/p>\n<p>\u00bbI think this reflects a trend where the next generation is looking towards programmes that deal with welfare, climate and sustainability.\u00ab<\/p>\n<h3>Differences in quota 2 admissions<\/h3>\n<p>UCPH is \u00bbvery pleased\u00ab with applicants applying through quota 2, according to Rie Snekkerup, because they tend to be older, more experienced, and contribute to a more diverse student population.<\/p>\n<p>There is a large variation in how many students each programme admits via quota 2 however,\u00a0 according to Rie Snekkerup.<\/p>\n<p>Most degree programmes admit only ten per cent of their students via quota 2, but on the medical programme in K\u00f8ge, 50 per cent of students are admitted this way. The same applies to the Forestry and Landscape Engineer programme, while Landscape Architecture and Classical Greek and Latin admit 30 per cent of students through quota 2.<\/p>\n<h3>Open house events a hit<\/h3>\n<p>In addition to the increase in quota 2 applications, UCPH also broke a record this year for the number of visitors at its open house events. A total of 9,555 people attended open house events this year, compared to 8,616 in 2024.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Prospective students are making more informed decisions about where they want to begin their studies \u2014 and this leads to a lower dropout rate<\/p>\n<p class=\"quotee\">Rie Snekkerup, Deputy Director of UCPH Education<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>\u00bbIt\u2019s great that so many people come to visit and get a real sense of what kind of university we are. It\u2019s a good way to explore what kind of education you want to pursue,\u00ab says Snekkerup. She adds:<\/p>\n<p>\u00bbThis means that prospective students are making more informed decisions about where they want to begin their studies \u2014 and this leads to a lower dropout rate. That kind of thing helps create a really good study environment.\u00ab<\/p>\n<h3>Grade requirements on quota 1 unchanged<\/h3>\n<p>This summer, the University of Southern Denmark will raise the minimum grade requirement for quota 1 admission to 7. According to rector Jens Ringmose, this is because the university has so far admitted too many students who lacked the ability to complete their programmes, he told the Danish media <a href=\"https:\/\/politiken.dk\/danmark\/uddannelse\/art10313572\/%C2%BBVi-er-ikke-i-stand-til-at-forudse-pr%C3%A6cis-hvilke-konsekvenser-det-her-vil-f%C3%A5%C2%AB\">Politiken<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>But at the University of Copenhagen, the plan is still to maintain the current quota 1 grade requirement of 6, says Rie Snekkerup.<\/p>\n<p>\u00bbI expect the average admission grades to go up this year, since we\u2019re seeing rising application numbers while also reducing the number of available places,\u00ab she says, adding:<\/p>\n<p>\u00bbSo we don\u2019t believe there\u2019s any need to adjust the grade requirement. It\u2019s also worth noting that even though some programmes have admitted all applicants in recent years, the average grade of those admitted is still high. You just can\u2019t see that from the lists published in the media.\u00ab<\/p>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"ArticleEnd"},{"acf_fc_layout":"Newsletter","lang_select":"en","identifier":"Newsletter","headline":"Get an email with upcoming events and top stories from the University of Copenhagen","button_text":"Sign up here","class":""},{"acf_fc_layout":"OtherStories","headline":"","hand_picked_posts":false,"references":false,"category":false,"theme":false,"number_of_posts":"4","style":"default"}]},"taxonomyData":{"category":[{"term_id":42,"name":"Education","slug":"education","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":42,"taxonomy":"category","description":"","parent":0,"count":661,"filter":"raw"}],"post_tag":[],"post_format":[],"expression":[{"term_id":15,"name":"News Article","slug":"news_article","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":15,"taxonomy":"expression","description":"","parent":0,"count":11489,"filter":"raw"}],"translation_priority":[{"term_id":5468,"name":"Optional","slug":"optional-en","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":5468,"taxonomy":"translation_priority","description":"","parent":0,"count":672,"filter":"raw"}]},"featured_media_url":"https:\/\/uniavisen.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/dsc_1602immatrikulation19deaugust2022_print-1280x853.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/uniavisen.dk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/175361","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/uniavisen.dk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/uniavisen.dk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/uniavisen.dk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/99"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/uniavisen.dk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=175361"}],"version-history":[{"count":10,"href":"https:\/\/uniavisen.dk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/175361\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":175374,"href":"https:\/\/uniavisen.dk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/175361\/revisions\/175374"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/uniavisen.dk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/163155"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/uniavisen.dk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=175361"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/uniavisen.dk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=175361"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/uniavisen.dk\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=175361"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}