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Danish National School of Performing Arts

Copenhagen, Denmark

Public

Quick facts

World rank
Unranked
Acceptance rate
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Students
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International students
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Institution type
Public
Founded
1968

Overview

The Danish National School of Performing Arts (Den Danske Scenekunstskole / DDSKS) is a public higher education institution based in Copenhagen, Denmark, founded in 1968. With campuses in Copenhagen, Aarhus, Odense, Fredericia and Holstebro, it is Denmark's national school for performing arts education. The school offers bachelor's programmes in dance and choreography, acting, musical theatre, playwriting, stage management, production management, prop design and production, scenic construction and production, and theatre and performance making (with specialisations in lighting, scenography, sound and stage directing). At master's level, it offers two English-language programmes: Dance and Participation, and Choreography. Diploma and continuing professional education programmes, workshops and masterclasses are also available for industry professionals. The school participates in Erasmus+ and Nordplus, holds exchange agreements with over 60 higher arts education institutions, and welcomes international students at both exchange and full-degree level.

Fields of study

  • Performing Arts
  • Dance
  • Choreography
  • Acting
  • Musical Theatre
  • Playwriting
  • Stage Management
  • Production Management
  • Scenography
  • Theatre

Admissions requirements

IELTS (minimum)
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TOEFL iBT (minimum)
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GPA (minimum)
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Intakes
August 2027
Application deadlines
2026-12-01
Rolling admissions
No

Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.

Tuition & costs

International students

Varies by program

Domestic students

Varies by program

Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.

Programs

Programs offered by Danish National School of Performing Arts
ProgramLevelDurationTuitionDeadlineIntakes
Choreography (opens in a new tab)Full TimeMaster's—VariesVaries—
Dance and Participation (opens in a new tab)Full TimeMaster's—VariesVaries—
Diploma in Management in Film and Performing Arts (opens in a new tab)Part Time—30 monthsVariesVaries—
Iscenesættelse (opens in a new tab)Full TimeBachelor's3 yearsVariesVaries—

Information last verified Oct 3, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.