Odense, as an unofficial capital of Denmark, is the third largest city in this country. Odense has a long and rich history: from a place where the last Viking king was killed to a commercial hub of Funen (the third largest island of Denmark). Today, here you can find a big shopping district and some major industries (for instance, Albani Brewery and GASA). This city offers beautiful cityscape, rich culture and dynamic night-life. There is one interesting fact that Odense was named the cheapest major city in Denmark in 2015.
Very high proficiency of English
largest city in Denmark
Denmark is a country where public is satisfied with healthcare services and high-level medical care. Odense is not an exemption and healthcare system is first-rate there. In this city you can easily choose a GP (general practitioners) without any problem. Furthermore, here you can find a list of hospitals in Odense.
This city is a place where "everybody" speaks English, so it is easy to find a doctor who speaks English well.
General medications in Denmark you can find in pharmacies or supermarkets. You can buy medications with prescription only at a pharmacy. Furthermore, there are 24-hour and on-call pharmacies in Denmark.
If you live in Denmark you have to be insured. Almost 84% of healthcare expenditure is funded by the government. However, you can choose private healthcare insurance too for covering those copayments that are not fully covered by public insurance.
Denmark is on the 3d place among the best Higher Education Systems in the World according to U21 Ranking. The Danish higher education is offered by 5 types of institutions: Business academies, University Colleges, Maritime Education and Training Institutions, General and specialized research universities and University level institutions. Furthermore, there are 4 qualifications levels in Denmark: Academy Profession level, Bachelor’s level, Master’s level, PhD level. There is one interesting fact that institutions are free here and almost everybody can get monthly financial aid (State Educational Support). Here you can find universities, colleges and education providers in Odense.
Odense, as a city with a temperate oceanic climate, is considered as a place with cool winters and mild summers. The average temperature in summer is 20°C (68 °F) and in winter 1°C (33 °F). The wettest and the hottest months are July and August.
average temperature in summer
average temperature in winter
Odense, as a safe city, has a safety level of 77% safe according to Numbeo’s rating. And about crime, this city is very safe for residents and tourists.
Safety index "Numbeo"
Odense is known for attracting businesses, students and labor. Due to its strategic position this city became a commercial and industrial center of Funen. Tourism is also very important economic sector in Odense. As a city with strong trends in service, manufacturing and food export it can be considered as a good place for professional relocation. Furthermore, Odense specializes in robotics and now need a lot of software developers
Average monthly salary
Expat communities are common in Odense because there you can connect with other expats, find friends and help, if it is needed.
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