The study of photonics involves understanding the manipulation, generation, and transmission of light particles. This is a newly developed field with a variety of potential applications, making it excellent for those who are interested in engineering or research.

Denmark's higher education puts emphasis on a technical higher education through the university learning. Most of the Danish universities also offers quality international students culture due to its relaxed Scandinavian attitude.

The MSc, or Master of Science, is an internationally recognized academic degree that indicates proficiency and knowledge of a given topic or field. Most MSc programs take about four years to finish, after which some join the workforce while others continue on in the classroom.