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As part of the Mundus Journalism programme, students will experience an enriching journey across multiple countries, immersing themselves in diverse cultures and academic environments. However, with this international experience comes the responsibility of obtaining the necessary visas for each country where you will study during the two-year programme.
It is essential for students to note that they must apply for a visa for each host country where they will study during the two-year Mundus Journalism program. However, EU students are only required to apply for a visa if they will be studying in the United Kingdom.
Before applying for a specific second-year specialization university, it might be crucial to consider the visa-related requirements to anticipate any potential challenges. For instance, securing a visa for your second-year destination will likely necessitate proof of sufficient funds to support yourself during your studies and meet the financial criteria for your student visa application. Some immigration authorities may require the establishment of a Blocked Bank Account, which involves depositing a specific amount of money for a set period. Additionally, certain immigration services may request a Criminal Record check, and some may require you to return to your home country during the summer between your first and second year of studies to apply for the visa from your home country.
Once you are admitted to the programme, our Visa Support Team at Aarhus University will guide you through the process of applying for a Danish visa/residence permit. The visa application for your second-year university will take place in May/June, between your first and second years. In the second semester, staff from your second-year university will visit Aarhus to provide an introduction to both the academic programme and the visa application process. The Visa Support Team at your second-year university will assist you throughout the application process for the second-year visa.
Each country has its own visa regulations and application processes, which may vary in complexity and duration. After you have been admitted to the programme, we will guide you through these procedures, ensuring that you understand the requirements and can prepare your applications in a timely manner. It will be important that you stay informed and plan ahead to make your transition to studying abroad as smooth as possible.
Below, you will find information for each country involved in the programme. We are providing links to the relevant Immigration Services or the university's International Offices for visa information, allowing you to stay up-to-date with the latest regulations, as visa requirements are subject to change.
Each year, some of our students choose to bring their spouse and children with them. Bringing them to Aarhus is relatively less challenging than bringing them to your second-year country. Even though we would love to welcome your family, regrettably, universities do not have authority over visa regulations. Therefore, if you plan to bring your spouse (and children), it is crucial that you thoroughly review the visa regulations provided in the links below.
All non-EU students are required to apply for a Danish visa, specifically a residence permit. Once you have been admitted to the programme, our Visa Support Team will assist you with the necessary paperwork for the Danish visa application process.
The process involves two steps:
Step 1: Pay the first-semster tuition installment of €4500 by the 21st of May.
Step 2: Once your payment is received by Aarhus University, the Visa Support Team will email you with a detailed, step-by-step guide on how to apply for your visa/residence permit. This email will also include a personalized, pre-filled visa application form.
For more details, please visit the Danish Immigration website using this link: Danish Immigration's website. The standard processing time for obtaining a Danish visa/residence permit is approximately two months, and the processing fee is around DKK 2,500 (€135).
When applying for a visa for your second-year destination, it is important to ensure you have sufficient funds to support yourself throughout your studies and meet the financial requirements of the visa application. Some border agencies may require the setup of a Blocked Bank Account, where a set amount of money must be deposited for a specific period. Additionally, some immigration services may request a Criminal Record as part of the visa process. You may be required you to return to your home country during the summer between your first and second year of studies to apply for the visa from your home country.
Click this link for detailed information for the Czech Republic.
When applying for a visa for your second-year destination, it is important to ensure you have sufficient funds to support yourself throughout your studies and meet the financial requirements of the visa application. Some border agencies may require the setup of a Blocked Bank Account, where a set amount of money must be deposited for a specific period. Additionally, some immigration services may request a Criminal Record as part of the visa process.
Click this link for detailed information for Germany.
When applying for a visa for your second-year destination, it is important to ensure you have sufficient funds to support yourself throughout your studies and meet the financial requirements of the visa application. Some border agencies may require the setup of a Blocked Bank Account, where a set amount of money must be deposited for a specific period. Additionally, some immigration services may request a Criminal Record as part of the visa process.
Click this link for detailed information for the Netherlands.
When applying for a visa for your second-year destination, it is important to ensure you have sufficient funds to support yourself throughout your studies and meet the financial requirements of the visa application. Some border agencies may require the setup of a Blocked Bank Account, where a set amount of money must be deposited for a specific period. Additionally, some immigration services may request a Criminal Record as part of the visa process.
Click this link for detailed information for the United Kingdom.