European Film College subsequently opened on its present premises in May 1993, designed by Heikkinen – Komonen Architects.

Previous Principals include Bjørn Erichsen (1990–1995), Kjeld Veirup (1995–2000), Jens Rykær (2000–2006), Pia Maria Marquard (2006–2007), Søren Høy (2007–2010), Mette Damgaard-Sørensen (2010–2014), Nadia Kløvedal Reich (2014–2018), Ellen Riis (2018-2021) and interim principals Klaus Hansen and Simon Weil (2021) The school has an active network of former students and ambassadors across the world.

The students live on campus and the course fee includes tuition, food, accommodation and leisure activities.

European Film College requires no prior qualifications for admission, except for the fact that students need to be at least 18 years old and be able to speak and write English.

The smaller one, Lille Bjørn (“Little Bear”) cinema can accommodate 46 viewers and can play Blu-ray and DVD.

Ebeltoft and most of Djursland was designated as a National Park in 2009 and present conservational important and interesting nature scenery.