Grundforløbsprøve

Grundforløbsprøve is the final assessment of Grundforløb, the foundation course in Denmark’s vocational education and training (EUD). Grundforløb is the introductory phase that combines school-based learning with practical training in a workplace, and it typically lasts around 20 weeks. The Grundforløbsprøve tests whether students have achieved the core competences that form the basis for further training in the hovedforløb (main course).

The examination format and content vary by program, but the assessment generally includes a practical component in which the student demonstrates trades-related skills in a workshop or training setting, often with an employer present. This is usually complemented by a theoretical assessment, such as a written or oral test, or a review of a portfolio or work tasks. The exact structure is defined by national rules and the local exam board.

Administration and assessment are conducted in accordance with the regulations for EUD examinations, with external examiners appointed to ensure objectivity. Students who pass the Grundforløbsprøve complete Grundforløb and may proceed to the hovedforløb. Those who do not pass may be offered a retake opportunity within an agreed timeframe, or alternative arrangements for remedial training depending on local rules and the program.

Impact and purpose: The Grundforløbsprøve provides an official judgment on a student’s readiness to advance to the main course and to continue toward a vocational qualification. It also serves as a national standard for validating practical and theoretical competences acquired during the foundation phase.