Technical University of Denmark
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Why choose DTU?
As a DTU student, you get hands-on access to world-class facilities, and you engage in project-based assignments, offering you the chance to apply your theoretical knowledge to solve real-life problems.
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Studying at DTU
DTU’s study programmes are cross-disciplinary, you get hands-on access to world-class facilities, and you engage in project-based assignments where you can apply your theoretical knowledge to solve real-life problems.](https://www.dtu.dk/english/education/student-guide/studying-at-dtu)
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Ranked 2 in the world
In 2020, DTU achieved the best ranking position ever when World University Research Rankings placed DTU as the second best university in the world and number one in Europe.
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Updates from DTU
[### Impressive rise in Quota 2 applications
The number of Quota 2 applicants for both the Undergraduate and Graduate programmes at DTU has risen significantly.](https://www.dtu.dk/english/news/all-news/impressive-rise-in-quota-2-applications?id=1c038f7c-9b05-4144-88aa-e05eb3196463&ref=19f5e8ce-ef4c-427a-9575-70d321d529f0)
[### DTU President: “Young women should be able to see that DTU is for everyone who can and will – regardless of gender”
Evidence suggests that role models can help attract more women to fields where men are the majority. For that reason, DTU President Anders Bjarklev believes it is essential to shine a light on some of the women who make a difference at DTU.](https://www.dtu.dk/english/news/all-news/young-women-should-be-able-to-see-that-dtu-is-for-everyone-who-can-and-will-regardless-of-gender?id=0f292d1f-7629-47c5-810b-f54c73da6239&ref=19f5e8ce-ef4c-427a-9575-70d321d529f0)
[### Antibiotic resistance can vary depending on where the bacteria live
Antibiotic susceptibility in resistant bacteria is not static. New research shows that bacteria harbouring resistance genes may respond differently to antibiotics if they are tested under conditions other than those used in standard laboratory assays. This may affect how well an antibiotic treatment works.](https://www.dtu.dk/english/news/all-news/antibiotic-resistance-can-vary-depending-on-where-the-bacteria-live?id=86b29b86-6adc-43a6-aa83-cc9291543cfe&ref=19f5e8ce-ef4c-427a-9575-70d321d529f0)
[### You can now become an engineer at DTU in Risø
The production of future sustainable solutions will form the foundation of the new Bachelor of Engineering in Industrial Engineering, BEng, which will be based at DTU Risø Campus.](https://www.dtu.dk/english/news/all-news/you-can-now-become-an-engineer-at-dtu-in-risoe?id=b69e9235-291f-4b1e-bab1-8489e1fbaaad&ref=19f5e8ce-ef4c-427a-9575-70d321d529f0)
Upcoming events
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DSE Fair Lyngby 2026
- Mar 10:00 - 26. Mar 16:00 | The DSE fair gives students the opportunity to contact companies organizations and startups](https://www.dtu.dk/english/calendar/dse-25-26032026?id=fe76fc0b-5298-49ce-b2b5-ee9ba1b99d4e)
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DTU Commemoration 2026
- Apr 17:00 - 25. Apr 04:00 | One of the absolute highlights of the year is the DTU Commemoration – an afternoon and evening where the university dons its festive attire and invites students, employees, and partners to a solemn and festive gathering.](https://www.dtu.dk/english/calendar/dtus-aarsfest-2026?id=11109444-81f5-431a-8a7c-063d34868f69)
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Madens Folkemøde 2026
- May 14:00 - 23. May 15:00 | When Madens Folkemøde takes place from 21–23 May 2026 in Nykøbing Falster, you can meet the DTU National Food Institute at the festival grounds](https://www.dtu.dk/english/calendar/madens-folkemoede-2026?id=6bf9808f-e57f-4638-a202-ca2ad7fdc3e4)
Biotechnology
Biotechnology allows us to create new and more sustainable processes and new products in field such as medicine, agriculture, food, and energy. Biotechnology is a vital part of the Danish life sciences sector—it employs 50,000 people with rapidly growing exports.
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Job and career
DTU as a workplace
Ready for a challenging job in an international atmosphere?
As an employee at DTU, you become part of a large company with an international atmosphere and many opportunities to develop.
Learn more about working at DTU.
Welcome guide
Moving to Denmark?
Corporate HR is on hand to help with the many practical aspects of the relocation process. You and your family will be put in touch with a HR-consultant, who will be able to offer guidance and answers to your questions.
Learn more in our welcome guide.