The International Business Academy

Kolding is one of Denmark’s 10 largest towns, with a population of 60.000 it is situated in the so-called ‘Golden Triangle’- Denmark’s fastest-growing industrial region outside the Greater Copenhagen. Kolding is also arguably the country’s best located town when it comes to road, rail and air transport, Denmark’s second largest airport, Billund, is 30 minutes away, and there are frequent inter-city trains from Kolding station to all the major cities. The German border is close by and Hamburg just 2 hours away.

Kolding has around 3000 students in various higher education institutions apart from the IBA, and therefore the town offers an especially good social atmosphere for students. Despite its modest size, Kolding has cafés, discotheques, galleries and museums that have made it one of the most popular locations in the west of Denmark. Visit the Koldinghus Castle or Trapholt museum for a culture boost, take a walk on the beach or try windsurfing if you're of the adventurous kind. With its splendid sports areas, beautiful countyside, and many organised social events Kolding will surtainly never bore you.

The International business Academy manages some accommodation in Kolding that is rented out directly to international exchange students. The number of these apartments is limited and they are allocated on a strictly first come first served’ basis. These apartments are not nescesarily furnished but in Kolding there are several places where you can buy second hand furniture and kitchen utensils.

Other accommodation opportunities for students in Kolding are generally good. The cost will vary according to a number of factors. You should expect to pay about 2,500 dkk per month for single accommodation, and less if you are sharing. Accommodation is mostly let unfurnished, but it should be possible to buy new or used furniture/kitchen utensils for around 3000-4000 dkk.

When you get your apartment you must sign a binding contract and when you want to move out you must give notice to the landlord 3 three months in advance before the first of a month. You pay a fixed amount every month for heating, electricity and water (heating and water is probably included in the rent, you can see that in your contract). But you must know that if you use too much you must cover the missing amount. If you choose to have a TV, PC or mobile, you’ll need to buy a radio/tv licence.

The IBA will gladly assist you with finding accommodation and apply for an apartment on your behalf. The “apartment application system“ is a database run by Kolding City administration for students in Kolding. You will receive one offer through the school once we have received the offer through the database, if you do not accept the offer you must find accomodation yourself.