1978 World Men's Handball Championship

The 1978 World Men's Handball Championship was the ninth team handball World Championship. It was held in Denmark between 26 January-5 February 1978. West Germany won the championship.

7th / 8th place

 * (1) - In Copenhagen

5th / 6th place

 * (1) - In Copenhagen

3rd / 4th place

 * (1) - In Copenhagen

Final

 * (1) - In Copenhagen

Final standings
Source: IHF