Danish Language Course

The main focus at the course is learning Danish language, but you will also get insights into the Danish culture and society – i.e., by lectures, cultural events and excursions in Denmark. For two or three weeks you learn Danish language, understand the Danish culture and society, and you explore Denmark together with new friends.

Dates and prices: 

Danish Language Course – Winter:
January 2nd – January 15th 2025 | 2 weeks in total | 10.296 DKK  (approx. 1.380 EURO)
– choose between English or Danish language

Danish Language Course – Summer:
July 24th – August 13th 2025  | 3 weeks in total | 15.444 DKK  (approx. 2.070 EURO)

English Language Course

In the summertime we welcome students who want to combine intensive English language learning with the discovery of various aspects of Danish culture and society through workshops, lectures, excursions and lots of other fun activities. English language learning is the main focus, but you will learn about and explore Denmark as well.

Dates and Prices:

English Language Course – Winter:
January 2nd – January 15th 2025 | 2 weeks in total | 10.296 DKK  (approx. 1.380 EURO)
– choose between English or Danish language

English Language Course – Summer:
July 24th – August 13th 2025  | 3 weeks in total | 15.444 DKK  (approx. 2.070 EURO)

Den danske sangskat
– om hjertesprog, identitet og sammenhængskraft (dansk)

Et unikt indblik i arbejdet med Højskolesangbogens 19. udgave. Ledet af Søren Launbjerg, vil I komme omkring mange aspekter af den danske sangskat og fællessang – inklusiv foredrag og koncerter.

Dates and Prices:

Den Danske Sangskat (in Danish language):
7. juli  – 13. juli 2025  | 1 uge | 6.500 DKK

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Kakao – Gudernes drik
– Et kursus for nysgerrige mennesker med globalt udsyn (dansk)

På dette korte højskolekursus i sommeren 2025, skal vi undersøge kakaoens mange aspekter – nydelse, spirituel naturmedicin og moderne slaveri.  Ønsker du en uge i fællesskabets navn – så er dette kursus lige noget for dig!

Dates and Prices:

Om lidt er kaffen klar… (in Danish language):
7. juli  – 13. juli 2025  | 1 uge | 6.500 DKK

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Frequently asked Questions

How long is a Summer Course?

Our Summer School Courses in Danish and English language are three weeks long. You get 52 English language or 56 Danish language lessons during the day time and you create your own timetable in the afternoons. Or topic oriented courses are one week long.

Are Summer Schools worth it?

YES, you are going to meet people from all over the world at our Summer School at IPC. You will have so much fun while you learn Danish or English language. You will also get insights in the Danish culture and society, and experience Denmark together with a group of international students from all over the world.

What former students say?

“I think the mixture between language classes, excursions and lessons about the Danish culture and society is a unique way of getting to understand the Danish way of living. I expected a lot from the course – but got even more“, Leon from Mexico.

Where do I live?

You will live at our traditionally Danish Folk High School during the summer – a small cosy and safe environment a short train trip away from Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark. We are located near beautiful beaches, nature spots and historical monuments in Denmark. You live in a double room at the school, but can get a single room for an additional week-price.

What do I eat?

The international kitchen at IPC will offer you three delicious meals a day. The chefs at our Folk High School in Denmark have a solid experience in blending nutritional needs with the desire for delicious food, and their menus are well balanced, healthy and full of vitality. 30 – 60 % of our food is organic. It is possible to get a vegetarian / vegan diet.

Will I have any leisure time?

Yes. You will have plenty of time to explore the local area, go on small trips to Copenhagen or other Danish towns and cities – or to visit the numerous of museums and cultural spots in the area.

Is it expensive?

No. The price is actually about the same as a night at a cheap hotel in Denmark – and that is including all lectures, excursions, meals and activities.

What former students say

“I am fascinated by Europe and wanted to experience a country there from the inside out – not just go sightseeing. Furthermore I wanted to improve my English language skills. The summer course was more than I hoped for – it was the time of my life!”
(Sayuri, Japan)

Read what former students say about a summer course at IPC here.