UQ Program: Bachelor of Laws
My first memory of Copenhagen was trudging ankle-deep through snow whilst attempting to lug a 30kg suitcase to my Kollegium. This is a task a Brisbane-ite will never excel at. However, once settled in, Copenhagen is a fantastic city to which I would return in a heartbeat. From a personal perspective, my exchange experience took me on a rollercoaster-like emotional journey through unfamiliar territory. It is only when you are in a foreign country that you quickly learn your own strengths and weaknesses. This is a process made easy by all the amazing international students you meet thanks to numerous mixers organized by the Law Faculty. Meeting people from all over the world was a truly rewarding experience. I loved to learn about their countries, culture, lifestyle and language. Overall, I have made lifelong friends and secured myself far-flung destinations to visit in the future!
Academically, the study opportunities offered by KU far override those offered at UQ. If you are interested in international law, KU is a goldmine! I was able to take courses in Human Rights Law, Public International Law and International Criminal Cooperation. Furthermore, KU provides week-long intensive courses in EU law and languages, such as French, German and Danish. I also participated in the 11-day study tour to Russia, which I thoroughly recommend. Not only did the tour take us to major tourist attractions such as the Hermitage and the Kremlin, it also provided us the opportunity to dine with Russian university students, visit homeless shelters and communal living apartments dating back to Soviet rule. Lastly, studying in Denmark places you in a prime location to travel around continental Europe. I’m still in awe at the mere 50 minutes it takes to pop over to Berlin for a weekend, or the 30-minute train journey to Malmo. Soon, budget airline websites such as easyjet.com will dominate your internet history! Despite an amazing semester in Denmark, I’m really glad to be home and have gained a fuller appreciation on how great the laid-back, sunshine-filled Australian lifestyle really is! 
5 TOP TIPS ...!
1. Cheap Eats! As a student, the number one thing on your mind is probably great restaurant food for little kroner. Check out Dalle Valle for amazing meals that are half-price Sunday-Tuesday. Address: Fiolstraede 3-5, Copenhagen 1171.
2. Nightlife! Three words: Meat packing District. Dance the night away in the trendy Vesterbro area. In what were formerly slaughter houses, edgy hot-spots with good vibes have sprung alive. Check out Jolenes and Karriere Bar! Alternatively, if you would like to splurge one Saturday night, check out Kassen for the best cocktails you will ever experience!
Address: Nørrebrogade 18, Copenhagen 2200.
3. Cafés! Just walking distance from the Jurahuset Library is the The Living Room café. This café is split over two floors with the upstairs being a busy coffee/tea bar, and downstairs (below street level) being a chilled retro lounge complete with an open fire and various types of furniture such as old leather chairs and lounges. Very cosy and a great place to take a study-break! Address: Larsbjornsstrade 17, Copenhagen.
Nestled in between the KU city campus is the charming Paludan café inside a bookstore. Perfect place to make yourself comfortable with a cappuccino and browse the floor-to-ceiling shelves of second-hand books. Address:Fiolstraede 10-12, Copenhagen 1171.
4. Picnic in the Park! Copenhagen is renowned for its gorgeous parks scattered throughout the city however, the most beautiful is Frederiksberg Gardens. Only a short cycle from the city centre, it is perfect for afternoon walks with friends, picnics and sight-seeing in Spring/Summer!
5. Something alternative? Check out Christiania – a free-town, hippie-loving area in the heart of Copenhagen! Experience the most delicious (and cheap!) vegetarian meals of your life whilst in Christiania. Address: Walking distance from Christianshavn Metro Station.