DIS Summer 2020 Stockholm Copenhagen
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Hej! I’m Evan I believe that everybody who has the opportunity to study abroad should branch out of their comfort zone at home and consider giving it a try. I sit here in a café during my own summer abroad knowing that there is no possible way to tell you exactly how studying abroad will impact you as a person. Just know that it’s okay to be unsure and nervous about it. Even though I was passionate about taking the opportunity to study abroad myself, I still had no idea what to expect as I boarded the plane to fly across the world to somewhere I had never been before! Studying abroad in Scandinavia has opened my eyes to tons of new things. I chose to study at DIS for three sessions this summer between Stockholm and Copenhagen, and as I write this, I am finishing my second session here. The courses I have completed so far have easily been two of my favorite classes that I have ever taken. The faculty have been amazing – knowing their subjects extremely well, connecting with students, giving great recommendations about the city, and listening to our class feedback. There are also countless reasons outside of the classroom as to why I’ll never forget this summer. To name a few – the friendliness of locals in both cities, exploring the various islands of Stockholm and the bike lanes of Copenhagen with friends, jumping off the Kastrup sea baths platforms, and trying every Swedish meatball place I could find in Stockholm. All of these unforgettable experiences have given me a new perspective on life. DIS has done a fantastic job of making me feel welcome here in Scandinavia. They give us such a wide variety of options. You will get out of study abroad experience whatever you put in and I strongly encourage you to try all kinds of new things and do as much as you can in your time here because it will be over before you know it! Try some traditional Scandinavian food, play a game of Kubb with new friends in your local park, and go on adventures around the city with no plan except to explore. If you do decide to spend your summer abroad, please come with an open mind to engage yourself in the local culture here wherever you can, as it can be the experience of a lifetime! Evan Ohio State University
Evan’s Summer 2019 Courses and Study Tours: ++ Session 1 in Stockholm: Behavioral Economics: European Case Studies ++ Session 2 in Copenhagen: Climate Change and Glaciers with Study Tour to Iceland ++ Session 3 in Copenhagen: Strategic Leader with Study Tour to Florence, Italy
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Table of Contents DIS MISSION STATEMENT By inspiring each student’s curiosity and love of learning, DIS fosters academic achievement, intercultural understanding, and development of life skills essential for engaged citizenship.
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THIS IS DIS How will You Build Your Summer? Calendar Overview Why Study at DIS This Summer? Scandinavia as Your Home
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BUILD YOUR SUMMER Lab & Research Session Session 1: 3 Weeks in Scandinavia Session 2: 3 Weeks in Scandinavia Session 3: 4 Weeks in Scandinavia Architecture & Design Session
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COURSES Course Descriptions Course List by Discipline
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APPLICATION, TUITION, & AID Application Details Tuition & Aid
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How will you build your summer?
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Calendar Overview Summer 2020
Build your own unique summer abroad between DIS Copenhagen and Stockholm locations! Our summer calendar makes it easy for you to study abroad for just the amount of time that is right for you. Take home between 3 and 12 credits depending on if you come for just one session or mix and match sessions – you can even jump between cities!
Lab & Research Session May 25 – July 4 6 Weeks | 6 Credits See course offerings on pages 10 & 11
Session 1
Session 2
Session 3
May 25 – June 12
June 15 – July 4
July 6 – August 2
3 Weeks, 3 Credits
3 Weeks, 3 Credits Week-Long Study Tour included
4 Weeks, 4 Credits Week-Long Study Tour included
See course offerings on pages 12 & 13
See course offerings on pages 14 & 15
See course offerings on pages 16 & 17
Architecture & Design Session June 15 – August 2 7 Weeks, 7 or 9 Credits Week-Long Study Tour included
See course offerings on pages 18 & 19
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Why Study at DIS This Summer? My DIS courses have taken me on numerous Field Studies throughout the city. They are a wonderful way to see a subject’s implications in the real world, and truly take academics at DIS to the next level!”
Experience Scandinavia and Europe as the locals do with cultural and hands-on learning inside and outside the classroom.
Course Choice
Course-Integrated Study Tours
Choose from over 80 courses that allow you to build your resume, network with experts in the field, and explore Europe through an academic lens. We also have special sessions focused on giving you international lab and research experience, or expanding your design skills in studio from a Nordic perspective.
Europe will be your classroom when on week-long Study Tours during Sessions 2, Session 3, and the Architecture & Design Session. Study Tours further contextualize your understanding of topics while in a relevant European destination.
Opportunities to Mix and Match Sessions Build your own unique study abroad experience – stay for one session or create your own complementary summer package by adding sessions at DIS Copenhagen, DIS Stockholm, or both. If you take advantage of studying at both locations, transport between Copenhagen and Stockholm is organized by DIS at no extra cost!
Academic Excellence Intellectually stimulating courses taught in English will challenge you to examine issues from various perspectives, as you debate, analyze, and reflect on contemporary topics and burning issues.
Experiential Learning DIS faculty teach what they do, bringing theory to life by sharing reallife experiences and cases, and expanding your network with local Field Studies and guest lectures.
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Support Academic counseling and personal support resources are available to you during your time abroad, providing you a solid foundation upon which to grow.
No Hidden Costs Tuition includes housing, Study Tours (if offered in your session), Field Studies, textbooks, local commuting costs, transportation between DIS locations for students studying in consecutive sessions, and an Arrival Workshop.
Commitment to Diversity and Respect DIS is committed to building an inclusive learning environment in a Scandinavian context. In doing this, we want to provide a place for discussion and debate of different views, while we uphold our unwavering commitment to diversity and respect for others.
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Scandinavia as Your Home
STOCKHOLM
Stockholm and Copenhagen have a friendly rivalry to be the capital of Scandinavia. Which will you side with? With the long days of Scandinavian summer, you’ll have plenty of sunlight hours to explore.
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Study in the Heart of Stockholm
Freedom to Roam
DIS Stockholm is located in one of Stockholm’s most beautiful neighborhoods in the new awardwinning Royal College of Music building.
Grab a kayak or your hiking boots and enjoy allemansrätten — the democratic concept that Sweden’s natural environment belongs to everyone. Kayak out to one of the 30,000 islands that stretch from the city to the Baltic Sea, or head inland for a weekend hike in Sweden’s spectacular nature.
Build Your Network in a Progressive Capital Stockholm is the hub for politics, industry, fashion, and research in Sweden — perfect for Field Studies that take you out of the classroom and into the city.
Island Hop Through the City With 14 islands making up the city, each day brings a new adventure. Explore the bustling metropolis of central Stockholm. Meet friends for an afternoon fika at a quaint café in Gamla Stan. Pack a picnic, and join other locals basking in the sun at your favorite overlook on the water.
Discover Lagom The Swedes pride themselves on their sense of life balance called lagom. This phrase applies across so many aspects of life – from the government prioritizing that both parents enjoy a generous parental leave with their children, to knowing just the right amount of guests to invite to a party to ensure a sense of coziness.
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Study in the Heart of Copenhagen Walk to class down cobblestone streets past squares lined with cafés, castles, public gardens, and twisting spires dotting the skyline.
Build Your Network in an Innovative Capital Copenhagen is the hub for politics, business, architecture, design, and research in Denmark — perfect for Field Studies that take you out of the classroom to meet local experts.
Explore the New Nordic Wave Copenhagen is at the forefront of the New Nordic wave currently reinventing the aesthetics of urban design, architecture, and food. Dive into canals from the harbor baths, and commute to class on Copenhagen’s 400 km of bike lanes!
Something Happening for Everyone Look out for the Roskilde Festival, Fashion Week, the openair electronica festival, midsummer bonfires celebrating Sankthansaften, the Jazz Festival, and the Pride Parade…to name a few!
Happiness and Hygge Denmark is often rated the happiest nation in the world according to the UN’s World Happiness Report. Perhaps this is due to the Danish concept of hygge — sharing cozy moments with friends new and old.
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Lab & Research Session May 25 – July 4 6 Weeks | 6 Credits
Mix & Match Summer Sessions
Extend your summer in Copenhagen or Stockholm by adding course in Session 3.
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In this signature summer session, enroll in lab or research opportunities that include:
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++6 weeks in Copenhagen or Stockholm
++ Biomedical Lab
++Invaluable international lab experience in either medical or neuroscience simulations, or join an engaged community of scholars across various disciplines to collaborate on their research project as a Research Assistant
Course Offerings
++ Research Assistant (see website for specific openings)
DIS COPENHAGEN Course Offerings ++ Microbrains Lab: Modeling Neurodegeneration ++ Research Assistant (see website for specific openings)
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Session 1 May 25 – June 12 3 Weeks | 3 Credits In this session, choose 1 course that includes: ++3 weeks in Copenhagen or Stockholm ++Local explorations beyond the classroom on Field Studies
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Mix & Match Summer Sessions Extend your summer in Copenhagen and/or Stockholm by adding courses in Sessions 2, 3, or in the Architecture & Design Session.
DIS STOCKHOLM Course Offerings ++ Behavioral Economics: European Case Studies ++ Creativity, Brain, and Self ++ Glued to the Screen: TV Shows, Norms, and Culture ++ Medical Diagnostics ++ Scandinavian Crime Fiction ++ Understanding Terrorism: Causes, Solutions, and Dilemmas
DIS COPENHAGEN Course Offerings ++ Active Citizenship in Denmark
++ Nordic Mythology
++ Activism: Gender, Sexuality, and Race
++ Positive Psychology
++ Children with Special Needs
++ Psychology of Criminal Behavior
++ Creativity, Brain, and Self
++ Psychology of Human Sexuality
++ Development and Programming of Serious Games
++ Social Brain: Neuropsychology of Social Behaviors
++ Early Childhood: Nordic Education and Parenting
++ Sports Medicine: Performance and Fatigue
++ Environmental Philosophy
++ Storytelling Through Photography
++ Human Health and Disease: A Clinical Approach
++ Strategies for Urban Livability
++ Human Trafficking in a Global Context
++ Sustainable Business Strategy
++ Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Europe + Practicum (Note: This course runs over Session 1 & 2, for 6 credits total)
++ Sustainable Denmark: Solutions and Dilemmas
++ Medical Ethics
++ Understanding Climate Change
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Session 2 June 15 – July 4 3 Weeks | 3 Credits In this session, choose 1 course that includes: ++2 weeks in Copenhagen or Stockholm ++1 week-long, course-integrated Study Tour in Europe ++Local explorations beyond the classroom on Field Studies
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Mix & Match Summer Sessions Extend your summer in Copenhagen and/or Stockholm by adding courses in Sessions 1 and 3.
DIS STOCKHOLM Course Offerings ++ Affective Neuroscience: Emotions, Cognition, and Behavior Study Tour: Paris ++ Comparative Economics: Global Risk and European Responses Study Tour: Athens
++ Power of Women in the Viking Age Study Tour: Iceland ++ Psychology of Emerging Adulthood Study Tour: Bologna-Florence ++ Psychology of Food Study Tour: Paris
++ Gender, Equality, and Sexuality in Scandinavia Study Tour: Berlin
++ Translational Medicine: The Power of Biomedical Research Study Tour: London-Oxford
++ Migration and the City Study Tour: Sicily
++ Travel Writing Study Tour: Croatia
++ Popular Music and Culture: Creative Workshop Study Tour: Lisbon
DIS COPENHAGEN Course Offerings ++ Arctic Orientalism: Postcolonialism in the North Study Tour: Lapland
++ International Strategy and Leadership: Case Studies Study Tour: London-Stockholm
++ Children in a Multicultural Context Study Tour: London
++ Medical Biotechnology and Drug Development Study Tour: Edinburgh
++ Climate Change and Glaciers Study Tour: Arctic Norway or Iceland
++ Neuroscience of Fear Study Tour: Munich
++ Cross-Cultural Psychology Study Tour: Berlin
++ Nordic Culinary Culture Study Tour: Faroe Islands
++ European Clinical Psychology Study Tour: Vienna
++ Positive Psychology Study Tour: Edinburgh
++ Food and Identity Study Tour: Barcelona
++ Prostitution and the Sex Trade Study Tour: Amsterdam
++ Healthcare Systems: A Comparative Approach Study Tour: Netherlands
++ Renewable Energy Systems Study Tour: Germany
++ Human Health and Disease: A Clinical Approach Study Tour: Berlin or Vienna
++ Sex Education and Sexual Reform in Europe Study Tour: Berlin
++ Humanitarian Law and Armed Conflict Study Tour: Bosnia
++ Sustainable Development in Northern Europe Study Tour: Norway
++ Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Europe + Practicum Study Tour: Helsinki-Stockholm (Note: This course runs over Sessions 1 & 2, for 6 credits)
++ Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism from a European Perspective Study Tour: London-Oslo
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Session 3 July 6 – August 2 4 Weeks | 4 Credits In this session, choose 1 course that includes: ++3 weeks in Copenhagen or Stockholm ++1 week-long, course-integrated Study Tour in Europe ++Local explorations beyond the classroom on Field Studies
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Mix & Match Summer Sessions Extend your summer in Copenhagen and/ or Stockholm by adding courses in the Lab & Research Session, or Sessions 1 and 2.
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Course Offerings
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++ Emigration, Immigration, and Integration: The Nordic Experience Study Tour: Reykjavik
++ Arctic Ecology Study Tour: Disko Island and Illulissat Icefjord area, Greenland
++ Lifespan Psychology: Shaping the Self Study Tour: Zurich ++ Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience Study Tour: Budapest-Vienna ++ Political Extremism and the Threats to Democracy Study Tour: Budapest ++ Psychology of Sexual Self Study Tour: United Kingdom ++ Psychology of Violence and Hate Study Tour: Berlin ++ Public Health Policy in Practice Study Tour: Belfast-Dublin ++ World of Vikings: Facts, Fiction, and Fantasy Study Tour: Isle of Man-York
++ Bicycle Urbanism Study Tour: Netherlands ++ Child Development: Theory and Practice Study Tour: Finland ++ Communication and Conflict: A Cross-Cultural Perspective Study Tour: Belfast-Dublin ++ European Biodiversity Study Tour: Poland ++ European Genocides Study Tour: Poland ++ From Witches to Cyborgs: Gender, Race, and Resistance Study Tour: Barcelona ++ Good Life, The: Philosophy of Happiness Study Tour: French Riviera/Provence ++ Propaganda: Fakes and Facts Study Tour: Brussels ++ Strategic Leader Study Tour: Florence ++ Tasting Culture: Nordic and Mediterranean Food, Tradition, and Nutrition Study Tours: Islands of Naxos, Greece and Samsø, Denmark (Special course divided in two locations between Copenhagen with DIS and Athens in partnership with CYA)
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Architecture & Design Session June 15 – August 2 7 Weeks | 7 or 9 Credits
Mix & Match Summer Sessions Extend your summer in Copenhagen and/or Stockholm by adding a course in Session 1.
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In this signature summer session, enroll in a studio and its corequisite course that includes:
DIS COPENHAGEN 7-Credit Studio Packages
++6 weeks studio in Copenhagen ++1 week-long, course-integrated Study Tour in Europe ++Work on challenging assignments dealing with real issues on sites in Copenhagen, in intimate studio settings alongside a small group of fellow students ++Visits to cutting-edge examples of architecture and design in and around Copenhagen on Field Studies
++ Architecture Design Studio + Visual Journal Study Tour: Finland-Sweden or Norway-Sweden ++ Architecture Foundations Studio + Visual Journal Study Tour: Finland-Sweden or Norway-Sweden ++ Graphic Design Studio + Visual Journal Study Tour: Finland-Sweden ++ Graphic Design Foundations Studio + Visual Journal Study Tour: Finland-Sweden ++ Interior Architecture Studio + Visual Journal Study Tour: Finland-Sweden or Norway-Sweden ++ Urban Design Studio + Visual Journal Study Tour: Finland-Sweden or Norway-Sweden
9-Credit Studio Package ++ Furniture Design Studio + Furniture Design in Scandinavia Study Tour: Finland-Sweden
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Course Descriptions Active Citizenship in Denmark Session 1. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Education/Educational Studies. Political Science. Sociology. Denmark is renowned for a strong civic society characterized by equality and social trust, but this is never a given. Democracy depends on citizens to actively engage in society. In this course, we discuss civic responsibility, social cohesion, and the importance of active citizenship. By visiting the community of a Danish højskole, you get to learn alongside Danish students. Activism: Gender, Sexuality, and Race Session 1. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Anthropology. Gender Studies. Sociology. Together, we examine identity politics and activism of social movements on gender, sexuality, and race in Scandinavia. The course offers a theoretical introduction to the concept of identity politics and empirical insights into activism and social movements in a Scandinavian context. Throughout the course, hands-on experience with activism embodies a theoretical understanding of identity politics, enabling you to critically reflect on what role collective action plays in social change. Affective Neuroscience: Emotions, Cognition, and Behavior Session 2. 3 Credits. Stockholm. Neuroscience. Psychology. How do we understand the interplay of human emotions and their neural networks? This course applies findings from the interdisciplinary field of neuroscience and the psychological study of cognition, emotion, and personality. Basic, complex, and social emotions are explored from the perspective of, e.g., the subjective experience of emotion and non-conscious processes, and how emotions are interpreted, expressed, or regulated. Affective systems, neural networks, and their relationship to cognitive processes such as attention, learning, memory, and decision making are addressed. Where relevant, human brain imaging findings, pathological conditions, treatment, and cultural perspectives are considered. Prerequisites: One course in neuroscience, physiological psychology, or biological psychology at university level. Architecture Design Studio Architecture & Design Session. 6 Credits. Copenhagen. Architecture. Design. In this studio you engage in an exploration of Danish and Scandinavian design practice through challenging assignments addressing real sites and issues in and around Copenhagen. Studio groups combine students of different levels and backgrounds. This course is taught vertically, and expectations relate to you as an individual student. Prerequisites: Enrollment in a professional school or department of architecture or design. Two spatial design studios at university level. Additional Portfolio Needs: Examples of studio work in a portfolio to be submitted to studio instructor at the beginning of the semester. This will allow the professor to become acquainted with the design skills of each student. Corequisite: Visual Journal Architecture Foundations Studio Architecture & Design Session. 6 Credits. Copenhagen. Architecture. Design. Studio Art. You develop design skills through analysis of existing buildings and by solving realistic architectural problems in a Danish context. In studio projects, you construct spatial models in physical and digital media and advance your communication skills in expressing abstract concepts. Studios are taught vertically, combining students of different levels. Expectations relate to you as an individual student. Prerequisite: One drawing course at university level. Additional Portfolio Needs: Examples of studio work in a portfolio to be submitted to studio instructor at the beginning of the semester. This will allow the professor to become acquainted with the design skills of each student. Corequisite: Visual Journal
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Arctic Ecology Session 3. 4 Credits. Copenhagen. Biology. Environmental Science. Sustainability. In this course, you gain an introduction to and understanding of ecology in the Arctic. The Arctic regions are sensitive to climate variations, and you learn about how these are affecting marine, terrestrial, and freshwater species. We focus specifically on the adaptations organisms require to thrive in these ecosystems. Prerequisites: One course in environmental or earth sciences at university level. One course in biology or ecology is recommended. Bring appropriate clothing to stay warm and dry during the Study Tour in potential subzero temperatures. Confidence in hiking on hilly and potentially slippery terrain is mandatory. Arctic Orientalism: Postcolonialism in the North Session 2. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Anthropology. History. Literature. In the collective memory of the Nordic Countries, the colonial past is marginalized in favor of narratives centered on welfare and benevolence. This course deconstructs Danish colonial narratives through literature, film, art, and advertisements. Employing Nordic case studies, we engage with memories of Denmark’s colonial activities in the Arctic, while we relate our discussions to current Scandinavian debates about the immigrant ‘other’. Behavioral Economics: European Case Studies Session 1. 3 Credits. Stockholm. Economics. Finance. International Relations. Behavioral economics rethinks the standard economic model of human behavior by integrating experiential and psychological research into economic theory. This course is based on behavioral economic theory and cases from Sweden and Europe, which examine the choices of individuals. Theoretical skills are developed through work with conflicting theories, and analytical skills by working with data on human choices in experiments. Prerequisites: One course each in macro- and microeconomics, and one course in either intermediate or advanced microeconomics, all at university level. Bicycle Urbanism Session 3. 4 Credits. Copenhagen. Sustainability. Urban Design. Urban Studies. This class examines the best ways a city can encourage and accommodate bicycle traffic in the present and future. The course uses Copenhagen as the main case study and examines how a city can integrate bicycling into urban planning and design. We look into the spatial components of creating a bikeable city, effects of bike use on health and environment, policies for developing bicycle infrastructure and programs, best practices in bicycle facility design and implementation, and implementing bicycle policies and plans in education, registration, finance, political, and public acceptance. The course includes a study tour to the Netherlands, which provides a platform for a comparative study of bicycle infrastructure and bicycle culture. Prerequisites: More than half of the classes will be spent visiting sites via bicycle, so confidence in cycling is mandatory. Bring a digital camera or camera phone. Biomedical Lab Lab & Research Session. 6 Credits. Stockholm. Biology. Biomedicine/Biotechnology. Pre-medicine/Health Sciences. This course provides you with conceptual understanding of methodologies employed to examine the human body at various levels of organization, from organ systems to organs, tissues, cells, and molecules. This course provides you with corresponding hands-on training on common procedures utilized in biomedical research and medical diagnostics. You learn how to measure common physiological parameters, utilize basic clinical equipment, culture mammalian cells, and conduct cellular and molecular-based assays to evaluate protein expression profiles. In addition, you learn how to design biomedical experimentation and critically analyze results from biomedical testing.
Child Development: Theory and Practice Session 3. 4 Credits. Copenhagen. Child Development. Education/Educational Studies. Human Development. This course takes departure in Scandinavian care, pedagogy, and teaching methods with a practicum immersion experience. By drawing on relevant research related to children, childhood, learning, and well-being, you gain insight into the challenges and possibilities present when growing up in a social welfare society. This knowledge is translated to engage with children to understand Danish pedagogy in a hands-on context. This class investigates topics such as: relationships between professionals and children, nature, achievement, bullying, gender, play and learning, and sex education. Prerequisite: Bring a physical copy of your criminal clearance with you to Copenhagen from the U.S. (or your country of citizenship). Children in a Multicultural Context Session 2. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Child Development. Education/Educational Studies. Human Development. This course explores multicultural contexts for childhood in the Nordic countries. Based on readings and your experiences on field studies, the class investigates practices around ethnic diversity, childhood discourse, and multiculturalism in Danish education and social policy. The benefits and challenges of Nordic philosophies of education and early childhood are analyzed through perspectives on learning, multilingualism, and intercultural communication. Prerequisite: Bring a physical copy of your criminal clearance with you to Copenhagen from the U.S. (or your country of citizenship). Children with Special Needs Session 1. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Child Development. Education/Educational Studies. Psychology. This class challenges your ideas about ‘special needs.’ You are situated within the concept of Nordic pedagogy in order to examine the topics of inclusion and quality of life within the Danish social welfare system. For example: How does the school or the child contribute to educational challenges? With your class, you will discuss, research, and try hands-on specialized pedagogical approaches and training methods. From a Nordic perspective, the concept of ‘special needs’ is examined through issues of inclusion, quality of life, and outside relationships. While this course does focus on ‘special needs’ in a broad sense, it does not look at various diagnoses, or educational/psychological techniques employed for specific disorders. Prerequisite: Bring a physical copy of your criminal clearance with you to Copenhagen from the U.S. (or your country of citizenship). Climate Change and Glaciers Session 2. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Environmental Science. Geography. Geology. Glaciers and ice sheets play an important role in the climate system: Their bright surfaces reflect sunlight back to space thus keeping the temperature down, and when they melt or grow, it directly affects the global sea level. Therefore, it is crucial to understand the past, present, and future behavior of glaciers when addressing the topic of climate change. This course provides you with a basic understanding of glaciers and their role in the climate system. You will learn how glaciers interact with their immediate surroundings and how large ice bodies can act as an archive of past climate change. We will use data from the study tour regions as case studies in the classroom as well as on the study tour. Prerequisites: One mathematics course at university level. Bring appropriate clothing to stay warm and dry during the Study Tour in potential subzero temperatures. Confidence in hiking on hilly and potentially slippery terrain is mandatory.
Course Descriptions Communication and Conflict: A Cross Cultural Perspective Session 3. 4 Credits. Copenhagen. Communication. Media Studies. Rhetoric. In a globalized world, communicating across cultural divisions has become a necessity, and yet, increasingly, we see ethnic tensions and hostilities being fanned by miscommunication and fears of ‘the Other’. Across Europe, the specter of nationalism and ethnocentrism threatens European unity, while states struggle to integrate immigrants and minorities. Using methodologies from fields as diverse as communication, anthropology, and cultural studies, this core course asks a fundamental question: How can societies communicate to maximize understanding when polarized by religious, ethnic, and national differences? Comparative Economics: Global Risk and European Responses Session 2. 3 Credits. Stockholm. Economics. Markets generate wealth – but there are no guarantees of how. On the international stage, the volatility of markets contributes to many of the key global challenges of our time: climate change, widening inequality, unprecedented waves of migration, financial crises, and increasing unemployment in the wake of digitalization, automation, and AI. In this course, we consider how responses to these challenges differ between Europe and the U.S., with a focus on the nature and extent of public interventions in the marketplace. Prerequisite: One course in intermediate or advanced microeconomics at university level. Creativity, Brain, and Self Session 1. 3 Credits. Stockholm. Neuroscience. Psychology. How can we understand creativity in relation to brain functioning and the individual? Does our personality make a difference? What happens to creativity and the aging brain? This course explores creativity with reference to brain-related structures and functions, cognitive processes and individual differences. You consider diverse forms of creativity within the domains of, e.g., the visual arts, music, and literature. You critically engage yourself in this topic by understanding the challenges of measuring creativity, from diverse approaches such as the neuroscientific, cognitive processing, and personality perspectives. Research informs application and future directions. Prerequisite: One course in neuroscience, physiological psychology, or biological psychology at university level. Cross-Cultural Psychology Session 2. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Ethnic Studies. Psychology. This course examines psychological research findings, theory, and methods related to the study of human behavior and experience as a function of culture. Culture is interpreted to include ethnicity and social class, but may also include other factors. We examine the influence of culture on such psychological domains as: basic perceptual and cognitive processes, human development and family processes, and issues in social, personality, clinical, and abnormal psychology. Prerequisite: One psychology course at university level.
Development and Programming of Serious Games Session 1. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Computer Science. Mathematics. Serious games use game design theories and technology to inform, advertise, educate, and motivate. Industries as varied as defense, healthcare, and city planning use serious games to increase productivity, understand problems, or even learn completely new skills. This course is a hands-on approach to the specific programming and design challenges that come with the development of serious games, and gives you a solid overview of how to develop a game with a purpose other than pure entertainment. Prerequisites: One year of computer science and one calculus course at university level. Knowledge of at least one programming language such as Java, C#, C, C++, or JavaScript. Early Childhood: Nordic Education and Parenting Session 1. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Child Development. Education/Educational Studies. Human Development. The earliest years of a child’s life play a foundational role in the opportunities, experiences, and relationships they develop as adults. This course investigates the key elements of how both parents and professionals contribute to children’s socialization and development – and how those practices translate into larger cultural contexts. Exploration of concepts like parental leave, attachment, play, and nature occurs through hands-on experiences in childcare settings, and interactions with parents. Prerequisite: Bring a physical copy of your criminal clearance with you to Copenhagen from the U.S. (or your country of citizenship). Emigration, Immigration, and Integration: The Nordic Experience Session 3. 4 Credits. Stockholm. History. Literature. Sociology. In this course, we focus on the body of experiences related to the historical process of immigration, past and present, starting in the 19th century among the Scandinavians. Issues of homeland, emigration, immigration, settlement, language, identity, traditions, values, culture, and politics as expressed in texts and historical research, constitute the basics of this course. The histories of the Scandinavian groups are studied using a selection of scholarly studies on immigration and ethnicity in order to familiarize the students with historical methods. Entrepreneurship Practicum Session 1/Session 2. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Business. Entrepreneurship. Social Entrepreneurship. You are placed at a Danish start-up and experience first-hand what challenges young companies are struggling with in getting their products and services to market. This practicum focuses both on the specific challenges faced by your assigned start-up, and its competitors in their respective spaces, but also very much on your own personal journey into the entrepreneurial lifestyle. Furthermore you have the opportunity to build a network in Denmark, and to transfer some of your learnings and observations to the venture that you are building in the course. Corequisite: Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Europe Notes: This course runs in both Session 1 and Session 2, and it is mandatory to enroll in both Sessions. Each Session is 3 credits for 6 credits total. Environmental Philosophy Session 1. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Environmental Studies. Philosophy. Sustainability. To understand the current climate crisis is to ask the question of man’s responsibility for nature. The course approaches environmental issues and sustainability from Scandinavian and philosophical perspectives. Experience first-hand how Danes answer these challenges in various ways as we visit a sustainable farming commune, a wind farm, and a coastal nature reserve. Throughout the course, we relate our findings to current discussions of sustainability and the ethical implications of our modern day lifestyle.
European Biodiversity Session 3. 4 Credits. Copenhagen. Biology. Environmental Science. Sustainability. Terrestrial and marine ecosystems are dynamic and constantly evolving in response to changes. Such changes happen gradually on a long time scale but with the impact of humans, changes can occur much more rapidly. Today, Europe has a highly fragmented biodiversity with a high rate of species loss. This course focuses on conservation of European biodiversity in Denmark and Poland from both terrestrial and marine aspects. We learn skills within species identification, ecosystem characterization, biodiversity loss, rewilding, and conservation. European Clinical Psychology Session 2. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Human Development. Pre-Medicine/Health Science. Psychology. This course is a study of clinical psychology with a focus on the way we approach the field within a European context. The course covers the origins of European clinical psychology, cultural and ethical issues, as well as different psychotherapeutic schools. The focus throughout the course is on adult mental health. Prerequisite: A psychology course at university level. European Genocides Session 3. 4 Credits. Copenhagen. Ethnic Studies. History. Human Rights. The Nazis went through a series of steps in their attempt to eliminate the European Jews, moving from mass shootings to increasingly sophisticated application of gassing. Tracing this development, we study perpetrator profiles, victim strategies, and the role of bystanders. Looking at political and social aspects of the aftermath of the Holocaust, we focus on the role of the former killing sites in today’s Poland, as well as the international community. We discuss former concentration camps as both museums and memorials. Food and Identity Session 2. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Food Studies. History. Sociology. Food has always been closely linked to identity, but in the past two decades, it has also become the focus of a host of issues that reflect cultural, social, and even political values. In this course, we look at the nexus between what you eat and who you are by focusing on food culture in two countries: Denmark and Spain. Each has a deeplyrooted culinary tradition that was shaped by geography, religion, and demographics. In recent years each has also shot to the forefront of the gastronomic world, producing a distinctive kind of cutting-edge cuisine (‘molecular gastronomy’ in Spain; ‘New Nordic’ in Denmark), that has turned its chefs into celebrities and its restaurants into the objects of international pilgrimage. In this course, we examine what impact that those changes, and others, have had on identity in each nation. From Witches to Cyborgs: Gender, Race, and Resistance Session 3. 4 Credits. Copenhagen. Anthropology. Gender Studies. Sociology. The Witch, if ever gone, is back in art, activism, and academia. The witch is not only a historical figure reminding us of the prosecution of the marginalized, but also an icon of resistance, transition, and creativity. With the witch as a literal and metaphorical phenomenon, this course examines the origins of gender, racism, and colonialism that direct modern societies. We also investigate alternative and sustainable futures, including the transformative potential of the transgressing cyborg witch.
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Course Descriptions Furniture Design in Scandinavia Architecture & Design Session. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Architecture. Design. Industrial Design. You examine history, theory, key works, and current expressions of Scandinavian furniture design. The lecture course also exposes you to the history of manufacturing in post-industrial Scandinavia. Current and historical conditions of furniture design are presented along with the underlying design theories and methodologies. ‘Golden Age’ designs from the middle of the 20th century are studied alongside trendy ‘New Nordic’ designs of today. Fundamentals of furniture design, such as scale, dimension, and proportion are presented along with the fundamentals of the production of furniture, whether it be the craft approach or the modern business based and industrialized approach. Corequisite: Furniture Design Studio Furniture Design Studio Architecture & Design Session. 6 Credits. Copenhagen. Architecture. Design. Industrial Design. Scandinavian furniture design has a deep history of considering people, culture, and society in design development. The course gives you the opportunity to explore this particular relationship and to grow your individual design capabilities through studio assignments, lectures, field studies, and workshop activity producing your own furniture prototype. Prerequisites: Enrollment in a professional school or department of architecture or design. Experience with stationary power tools and hand tools. Additional Portfolio Needs: Examples of studio work in a portfolio to be submitted to studio instructor at the beginning of the semester. This will allow the professor to become acquainted with the design skills of each student. Corequisite: Furniture Design in Scandinavia Gender, Equality, and Sexuality in Scandinavia Session 2. 3 Credits. Stockholm. Anthropology. Gender Studies. Sociology. Sweden is the most gender equal country in the world and legalized prostitution, paid parental leave for all parents, a high number of women in leadership positions, progressive sex education, and equal rights for homosexuals are among the hallmarks of all Scandinavian societies. However, Sweden also has a very gender-divided workplace and gender equal policies do not automatically lead to gender equal behaviors. With a comparative look to neighboring countries in Europe, this course explores how concepts of gender, body, sexuality, and race intersect in current debates about changing family structures, children’s rights, and new ethical dilemmas in a changing Scandinavia. Glued to the Screen: TV Shows, Norms, and Culture Session 1. 3 Credits. Stockholm. Communication. Film Studies. Media Studies. From broadcast syndication to Netflix binge-watching, our experience with television is dynamic and evolving. Yet, what persists is its power to shape our societies’ gender roles, race relations, class divisions, sexual norms, and values. This course introduces the notion of TV as a cultural forum, a social regulator, and a social critique. Using examples from American and Scandinavian television, we analyze how TV operates by working through social issues, and how TV shows mirror societal concerns and assumptions. Good Life, The: Philosophy of Happiness Session 3. 4 Credits. Copenhagen. Philosophy. Sociology. Scandinavian nations are famously ranked the happiest countries in the world, but what is the secret to their happiness? In this course, we reach into philosophical and sociological depths to examine the foundations of the good life. We explore Copenhagen and surrounding areas to get a taste of human thriving in public and private spheres, and in political and personal affairs.
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Graphic Design Foundations Studio Architecture & Design Session. 6 Credits. Copenhagen. Design. Graphic Design. Studio Art. This course presents you with in-depth knowledge of, and professional skills within, the field of graphic design. The course develops your graphic sensibilities through analysis of existing examples of real-life visual identity, branding, and communication along with project-based studio assignments. You work with physical and digital media, and are challenged to use these media in each of your projects throughout the summer session. Studios are taught vertically, combining students of different levels. Expectations relate to you as an individual student. Prerequisites: One drawing course at university level. Knowledge of one or more programs in Adobe Creative Suite. Additional Portfolio Needs: Examples of studio work in a portfolio to be submitted to studio instructor at the beginning of the semester. This will allow the professor to become acquainted with the design skills of each student. Corequisite: Visual Journal Graphic Design Studio Architecture & Design Session. 6 Credits. Copenhagen. Design. Graphic Design. Studio Art. In this course, you develop a comprehensive understanding of the Scandinavian and European approach to graphic design and explore methodologies that will strengthen your individual design capabilities. You work on project-based assignments in visual identity, branding, and communication across all platforms. Exploration and analysis of Scandinavian and European graphic case studies give your individual design capabilities a competitive edge. This course is taught vertically, and expectations relate to you as an individual student. Prerequisites: Enrollment in a professional school or department of architecture or design. Knowledge of one or more programs in Adobe Creative Suite. Two graphic design or related studios at university level. Additional Portfolio Needs: Examples of studio work in a portfolio to be submitted to studio instructor at the beginning of the semester. This will allow the professor to become acquainted with the design skills of each student. Corequisite: Visual Journal Healthcare Systems: A Comparative Approach Session 2. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Pre-Medicine/Health Science. Public Health. Public Policy. Different countries choose different approaches to the provision of healthcare. Through this course, you gain insight into how healthcare is organized and financed in Denmark and Northern Europe, and you investigate the impact of the social, economic, and political history on the present systems. You analyze principles of priority-setting in healthcare, and discuss and assess possible solutions to challenges such as aging populations, inequality in health and rising healthcare expenditures. Human Health and Disease: A Clinical Approach Sessions 1 or 2. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Biology. Biomedicine/Biotechnology. Pre-Medicine/Health Science. Public Health. This course offers an introduction to the most important human diseases, their diagnoses and treatments, and to the clinical practice of physicians at a Danish university hospital. You are taught by several different physicians at different University of Copenhagen hospitals throughout the greater Copenhagen area. Prerequisites: One year each of biology and chemistry at university level. Notes: Please be aware that the course does not provide regular medical training corresponding to that of medical students and does not include shadowing of doctors or physical examination of patients.
Human Trafficking in a Global Context Session 1. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Anthropology. Human Rights. Legal Studies. Globally, human trafficking ranks among the most profitable criminal activities. It is also a violation of human rights. In this course, you gain an understanding of trafficking, including its extent in relation to other criminal activities, and its victims and perpetrators. You learn the most important elements of the legal and policy framework addressing trafficking at the European and international level. Guest lecturers who work on a daily basis with the issues help to nuance your understanding of the subject matter. Humanitarian Law and Armed Conflict Session 2. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Human Rights. International Relations. Legal Studies. This course is an examination of the laws of armed conflict and human rights laws and how they apply to contemporary cases. The course finds inspiration in current events, and enables you to analyze issues such as the war against ISIS, the use of drones, and cyberattacks in a legal context. You gain a thorough understanding of the legal aspects that regulate modern conflicts and understand how they interact with the political environment. Prerequisites: One course in international relations or human rights at university level. Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Europe Session 1/Session 2. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Copenhagen. Business. Entrepreneurship. Social Entrepreneurship. The Nordic countries have over the past decade consistently punched above their weight in terms of successful tech start-up exits. In 2014, the Nordics alone had 53% of all European billion-dollar-plus exits. This is particularly remarkable considering that these countries have small populations, only 7% of European GDP, and only 10% of invested Venture Capital in Europe. While the U.S. dominates the total number of billion-dollar-plus exits, the Nordic countries have the world’s highest ratio of these types of exits to GDP, which indicates an efficient ecosystem in creating really valuable companies. It is in this start-up ecosystem that you spend the summer developing a new venture, building on your experience in the Entrepreneurship Practicum course. Between the two courses, you learn to use some of the newest business development tools and methods, and are exposed to many of the main players in the start-up scene in Denmark, Sweden, and Finland. Corequisite: Entrepreneurship Practicum Notes: This course runs in both Session 1 and Session 2, and it is mandatory to enroll in both Sessions. Each Session is 3 credits for 6 credits total. Interior Architecture Studio Architecture & Design Session. 6 Credits. Copenhagen. Architecture. Interior Architecture. Interior Design. This studio focuses on interior architectural design in a Danish context and on developing a concept and project design within an existing structure. You create a design concept shaping interior space and user experience. Adaptive re-use and transformation features are among the prioritized challenges in which you will engage. Studio groups combine students of different levels and background. This course is taught vertically, and expectations relate to you as an individual student. Prerequisites: Enrollment in a professional school or department of architecture or design. Two spatial design studios at university level. Additional Portfolio Needs: Examples of studio work in a portfolio to be submitted to studio instructor at the beginning of the semester. This will allow the professor to become acquainted with the design skills of each student. Corequisite: Visual Journal
Course Descriptions International Strategy and Leadership: Case Studies Session 2. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Business. Management. Marketing. Through intensive studies of a well-known international company we gain valuable insights in order to make proper analyzes of the company’s market situation and international opportunities. Based on these analyzes, we create a strategy which must be applicable for markets worldwide. By visiting the company in three different markets and using specific tools, you discuss and learn how to make plans for implementation of the strategy – including considerations about cultural differences. Lifespan Psychology: Shaping the Self Session 3. 4 Credits. Stockholm. Human Development. Psychology. From a lifespan approach, we consider what influences an individual’s life choices and explore what remains consistent and what changes. How are we shaped by inter-generational transmission? How do we make decisions about friendships, love interests, and careers? This course explores the psycho-social variables that contribute to selections in, for example, types of relationships, reproductive and psychological health choices, parenting styles, and family structures across the lifespan. Prerequisite: One psychology course at university level. Medical Biotechnology and Drug Development Session 2. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Biology. Biomedicine/Biotechnology. Pre-Medicine/Health Science. The emphasis of the course is on biomedicine, drug discovery, and development, showcased through a focus on the European pharmaceutical and biotech research community. You learn about the general principles of drug discovery and development, including safety, toxicology, formulation, registration, and clinical trials. The course explores the opportunities and challenges biotechnology has for medicine, among them the new types of biotechnological drugs, gene therapy, and personalized medicine. Prerequisites: One year each of biology and chemistry at university level. Medical Diagnostics Session 1. 3 Credits. Stockholm. Biology. Biomedicine/Biotechnology. Pre-Medicine/Health Science. This course provides a unique opportunity to study how doctors reach conclusions regarding disease prediction, prevention, diagnosis, and optimal treatment regimens. You learn about multiple diagnostics tools doctors use in their practices. The emphasis is on how to select the appropriate analysis methods and technologies to conduct analyses, understand the results and their implications in patient diagnoses. The focus areas are biometrics diagnostics, clinical chemistry, hematology, diagnostic microbiology, histopathology, molecular diagnostics, and diagnostic medical imaging. As part of the course, you perform hands-on analyses at Clinical Training Centers used by medical professionals at Swedish university hospitals. Prerequisites: One year each of biology and chemistry at university level. Medical Ethics Session 1. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Ethics. Pre-Medicine/Health Science. Public Health. The practice of medicine entails a multitude of dilemmas for the healthcare provider and patient: issues such as justice and access to care, confidentiality, and informed consent. Also, difficult decisions involving values, norms, principles, and priorities are present in everyday clinical work. In this course, you discuss and apply ethical theories to concrete examples of clinical practice such as euthanasia, reproduction technology, and organ donation, and discuss ethical questions related to medical research.
Microbrains Lab: Modeling Neurodegeneration Lab & Research Session. 6 Credits. Copenhagen. Biology. Biomedicine/Biotechnology. Neuroscience. In our aging society more and more people suffer from neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Decades of research have focused on mouse models, but all drug candidates which have successfully treated AD in mice have failed in human clinical trials. In order to address these pressing needs, human models such as neurons, astrocytes, and microglia derived from induced pluripotent stem cells are the key. In combination with gene editing using CRISPR-Cas9 these cellular models provide insights into early disease development and progression in the species we need to investigate: humans. Prerequisites: One year of biology and one course in either molecular biology or genetics, all at university level. Migration and the City Session 2. 3 Credits. Stockholm. Anthropology. Human Rights. Urban Studies. Migration has transformed the cityscapes of Sweden dramatically in recent years but the transnational processes of migrant flows have been an indelible force in Europe’s cities for decades. With a focus on Stockholm and a comparative Study Tour to Sicily, we will consider the social and spatial impacts of voluntary and involuntary global migrant movements, the dynamics of displacement and placemaking in the built environment, and the complexities and creative strategies of migrant communities in urban spaces. Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience Session 3. 4 Credits. Stockholm. Biology. Biomedicine/Biotechnology. Neuroscience. The complex cellular and molecular organization of the brain drives a variety of physiological and cognitive functions. In this course we explore gene expression and protein distribution on the level of organ, brain region, and cell. We utilize data and resources from the human protein atlas project and other public available data sets to learn the advantages and limitations of different approaches, validate results, and utilize the available complementary data to link genes to cells and cellular processes involved in ‘normal’ physiology or disease. Prerequisites: One year of either biology or neuroscience, and one course in either molecular biology or genetics, all at university level. Neuroscience of Fear Session 2. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Biology. Neuroscience. Psychology. Fear is a multifaceted term that can be explained anatomically, biologically, and psychologically. This course begins by illustrating the cause and effects of fear on an anatomical and functional level, followed by demonstrating the physiological, psychological, and evolutionary aspects. Several theories and concepts behind unconsciousness, perception, and emotion are introduced in order to facilitate discussions covering fear in everyday life, as well as fear as a component of dysfunctional behaviors. Prerequisite: One year of biology at university level. Nordic Culinary Culture Session 2. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Anthropology. Sociology. Sustainability. New Nordic Cuisine is known for using local and seasonal products, reviving and adapting traditional Nordic cooking techniques, and combining good taste with health and well-being. In this course, you analyze New Nordic Cuisine through case studies in greater Copenhagen as well as a study tour to Faroe Islands, part of the Kingdom of Denmark and the new Nordic Food frontier. At the end of this course, you will have a better understanding of where your food comes from and how the concept of ‘New Nordic’ incorporates purity, freshness, simplicity, and ethics into a local food system.
Nordic Mythology Session 1. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. History. Literature. Religious Studies. The religion and worldview of the pre-Christian Scandinavians is reflected in the mythology preserved in medieval texts and poems from the Viking Age. This course is based on readings of these primary texts and the Icelandic Sagas that provide further glimpses into the culture and values of the Vikings. Analysis of the sagas as anthropological source material, as well as literature, completes the course. Political Extremism and Threats to Democracy Session 3. 4 Credits. Stockholm. International Relations. Political Science. The surge in polarization and populism is the most important political development of the 21st century. What are the major causes of the increase in polarization and populism? What are the likely consequences of these developments? What can be done to mitigate the risks to our social and political order? Address these issues from a comparative perspective to understand the main similarities and differences between the United States and selected nations in the European Union. Popular Music and Culture: Creative Workshop Session 2. 3 Credits. Stockholm. Music. Explore the interaction of popular music and culture today as you dive into the distinct traditions and music scenes of Sweden and Portugal. From folk songs to the global success of ABBA, Aviici, and Swedish House Mafia, what makes Sweden one of the world’s top music exporters today? Increase your understanding of music and explore your talent through creative singing and songwriting exercises in state-of-the-art facilties at the renowned Royal Music School in Stockholm. Traveling to Lisbon we experience first-hand the traditional, soulful fado music as performed in bars and festivals today. Note: Experience in music making or music performance is recommended. Positive Psychology Sessions 1 or 2. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Education/Educational Studies. Human Development. Psychology. This course combines a study of theory, research, and application in the rapidly growing field of positive psychology. You critically examine the psychology of well-being with both its possibilities and limitations, focusing on topics such as positive emotions, character strengths, flow, flourishing, mindfulness, creativity, and post-traumatic growth within the context of culture and history. You investigate how positive psychology complements other areas of psychology, therapy, coaching, and communication, and how it can be applied in real-world, professional settings such as business development and the clinical context. Through experiential learning and reflection, you gain the necessary tools for developing sustainable happiness and increased life satisfaction. Prerequisite: One psychology course at university level. Power of Women in the Viking Age Session 2. 3 Credits. Stockholm. Gender Studies. Literature. In this course, we focus on the representations of women in the Viking world. The idea of strong Viking women is explored in numerous ways including the question of gender and the sphere in between male and female, women warriors, and crossdressing as seen in the Sagas. The course also examines women weaving female representations of heroic narratives in circulation, i.e., visual poetry, and women as travelers between continents.
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Course Descriptions Propaganda: Fakes and Facts Session 3. 4 Credits. Copenhagen. Communication. Journalism. Political Science. What is the difference between propaganda and bias or strategic communications? How do media, businesses, and governments place themselves in the space between information, persuasion, and manipulation? This course analyzes fake news, ethical standards in journalism, and government communications. We travel to Brussels and hear the opinions of decision makers and top European media professionals on the latest developments in media and in government communications. We also look into the history of propaganda and study its aims and methods. Prostitution and the Sex Trade Session 2. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Gender Studies. Public Policy. Sociology. This course provides you with an understanding of prostitution from sociological and legal angles. It introduces you to basic gender political discussions surrounding prostitution and explores the ways in which prostitution reflects and shapes gender norms and social hierarchies. We study the sex trade in different parts of the world, but focus on a comparison between Denmark, Sweden, and the Netherlands as they have radical, but different, approaches to prostitution. Psychology of Criminal Behavior Session 1. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Criminology/Criminal Justice. Psychology. Sociology. Why do people offend? Can we predict who the victims will be? This course applies psychological/criminological theory and research methods to the understanding of criminality, its consequences, assessment, treatment, and prevention. Mental disorders and their implications are explored through analysis of criminal cases within a Scandinavian context. Prerequisite: One psychology course at university level. Psychology of Emerging Adulthood Session 2. 3 Credits. Stockholm. Psychology. What is an adult? This class addresses the transition from adolescence to adulthood. The psychological implications of the adolescent experience and further development into adulthood pertaining to identity, family, love and sex, cohabitation and marriage, career, and community (i.e. religion and politics) are considered and the Scandinavian perspective is explored. Sources of resilience and vulnerabilities are addressed as these pertain to diverse factors, including cultural variables and the role of social media. Prerequisite: One psychology course at university level. Psychology of Food Session 2. Credits 3. Stockholm. Food Studies. Psychology. We all have a relationship to food and it is about much more than physiology. This course explores the neurological, psychological, cultural, and social aspects of our relationship with food. Food’s historical and current meaning are considered; from Social Media food pornographers and ethically-inspired vegans to the paradox of growing obesity amidst malnourishment and eating disorders. Food can be used as means of social connectedness, be a mechanism of exclusion, or a theme in mental illnesses. Food is indeed psychology. Prerequisite: One psychology course at university level.
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Psychology of Human Sexuality Session 1. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Gender Studies. Human Development. Psychology. This course deals with issues related to human sexuality, emphasizing the psychological perspective. Prevailing sexual norms in Western society and how these norms originated are considered. Examples of topics range from gender and transgender issues to fetishes and paraphilias, as well as sexual development, sexual disorders, and sex therapy. You develop a greater awareness of your own sexuality and the sexuality of others. Prerequisite: One psychology course at university level. Psychology of Sexual Self Session 3. 3 Credits. Stockholm. Psychology. Sociology. This course aims to foster critical thinking regarding the self and human sexuality from a psychological perspective. Topics include, e.g., sexual development across the lifespan, and sexual behavior patterns. We consider the history and diversity of human sexual relationships from mainstream and clinical perspectives, including both medical and psychological treatments in a Scandinavian and European context. Contemporary issues such as the influence of the #metoo movement, online pornography, and social media platforms on our thinking and behavior regarding sexuality are explored. You conduct a small research study in which you must incorporate psychological theory to consolidate learning. Prerequisite: One psychology course at university level. Psychology of Violence and Hate Session 3. 4 Credits. Stockholm. Criminology/Criminal Justice. Psychology. Sociology. How should we understand the psychology behind violence and hate? This course focuses on understanding radicalization processes, including psychological perspectives on the role of motivation, ideology, identity, and risk factors. Characteristics and mechanisms of violent extremist groups are considered with specific focus on unique intervention and preventive methodologies developed in Sweden. Case studies illustrate key points and offer a complex understanding of influencing factors and relevant theoretical concepts. Prerequisite: One psychology course at university level. Public Health Policy in Practice Session 3. 4 Credits. Stockholm. Pre-Medicine/Health Science. Public Health. Public Policy. Sweden is facing a number of current challenges, including achieving cost-effectiveness in healthcare, and addressing public health concerns relating to migration and increasing inequalities. This course provides an overview of the Swedish health system in relation to the broader welfare state, and in relation to other Scandinavian and European countries. You gain insight into how Scandinavian countries, particularly Sweden, assess public health challenges through research, health information management, and economic evaluation. Furthermore, you explore, analyze, and discuss how public health policies are developed and implemented in practice. Renewable Energy Systems Session 2. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Environmental Science. Environmental Studies. Public Policy. Climate change calls for radical re-thinking of a sustainable environment – ultimately, a change towards a 100% renewable energy society. But is this possible? This course examines the technical, economic, political, and social aspects of renewable energy and its link with culture. Different renewable energy technologies (wind, solar, hydro, biomass, etc.) are explored, and the strengths and weaknesses of different policy options (feed-in tariffs, quotas, etc.) are discussed.
Research Assistant Lab & Research Session. 6 Credits. Copenhagen or Stockholm. See website for current offerings. Want to engage in research in an international setting? Spend your summer working closely with a research mentor and be a part of a real research project, grasping the complexities of the research process and gaining experience that prepares you for a future career. By the end of the session, you will have made your own tangible contribution to the project and honed your research skills. Prerequisites: Various Research Assistant opportunities are available each summer – each having their own specific prerequisites. Note: Additional application required – see website for details. Scandinavian Crime Fiction Session 1. 3 Credits. Stockholm. Literature. Why is Scandinavian crime fiction so popular? Is it the terse language or the Nordic landscape? Is it that the protagonists are anti-heroes, feminists, or outsiders? What makes these novels so appealing? In this course, we study Nordic crime fiction in which the most fantastic murders take place, dark secrets are exposed, and the validity of the Scandinavian welfare state and lifestyle is questioned. Sex Education and Sexual Reform in Europe Session 2. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Gender Studies. History. This course explores how sexual reform and sex education have shaped the history of sexuality in Europe, as well as the very core of national identities, such as Danish and Swedish identities. We look into different movements, campaigns, policies, and public debates that regard sexuality. You apply theoretical perspectives by Freud, Foucault, Butler, and Nussbaum and critically reflect on the history of sexual categorizations of human beings. Social Brain: Neuropsychology of Social Behaviors Session 1. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Human Development. Neuroscience. Psychology. The goal of this course is to explore the neural basis of human social interaction. We study how social psychology and neuroscience inform our understanding of social behavior, with each discipline offering a unique and complimentary perspective. Emphasis is placed on research findings in social neuroscience. Examples of topics include social brain development, the self in social interaction, emotion, theory of mind, and empathy. Prerequisites: One course in neuroscience, physiological psychology, or biological psychology at university level. Sports Medicine: Performance and Fatigue Session 1. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Biology. Biomedicine/Biotechnology. Pre-Medicine/Health Science. The course covers a general introduction to anatomy, kinesiology, and the biomechanics of human movement. You are introduced to analyses of movement in regards to dysfunctions that increase risk of injury. The effects of fatigue are discussed and you are introduced to training schemes to decrease injury risk. Throughout the course you apply your knowledge of biomechanics and anatomy in case studies to determine the most efficient and effective treatments and recoveries in different scenarios. You are exposed to such skills as immediate decisionmaking, consultation, injury evaluation, and communication. Prerequisites: One year each in biology and chemistry at university level. There is a physical component to this course so the ability to run and lift light weights is mandatory.
Course Descriptions Storytelling Through Photography Session 1. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Communication. Photography. Visual Arts. Photographs tell stories in ways words cannot, and this class invites you to fully immerse yourself in Danish life and tell stories with your camera. Together, we utilize photography as a means of making sense of your time abroad and reflecting on your life experiences in general. You engage with the medium of photography, critically analyze examples of photojournalism, and learn about the theories and historical tradition that your photos reference. Strategic Leader Session 3. 4 Credits. Copenhagen. Business. Leadership Studies. Management. Strategic planning is an essential skill for 21st-century leaders. Explore the concepts of leadership and strategic planning in Scandinavian and European contexts, critique actual strategic plans, and conduct real-life strategic exercises. Discuss the past, current, and future strategic trends, and explore what makes one corporation successful while others fail. Your work involves conducting your own strategic plan for a private-, public sector-, or non-profit organization, and presenting your plan to the class in teams. Strategies for Urban Livability Session 1. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Public Policy. Urban Design. Urban Studies. This is an interdisciplinary course, which alternates between scales of public space and street design to urban policy and planning. It aims to equip you with a foundation of critical thinking and engagement in the creation of livable cities. Using Copenhagen as a laboratory, we explore urban livability through three lenses: theory, practice, and implementation. We look at what shapes our parameters for well-being, and the spatial and policy mechanisms for fostering urban livability. Prerequisites: More than half of the classes will be spent visiting sites via bicycle, so confidence in cycling is mandatory. Bring a digital camera or camera phone. Sustainable Business Strategy Session 1. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Business. Environmental Studies. Management. This course involves a study of the ways in which different actors address sustainability and corporate social responsibility. The main focus is on Scandinavian corporations and their responses to demands and expectations from stakeholders, such as governments, NGOs, investors, and consumers. This entails looking at how corporations can design their business model and strategy in order to maximize shared gains between the corporation and the society in which it is embedded. Sustainable Denmark: Solutions and Dilemmas Session 1. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Environmental Studies. Public Policy. Sustainability. Sustainable development is one of the most important challenges of our time. The 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals provide an essential framework to identify sustainable solution opportunities. This course explores key societal challenges and themes, as well as strategies for promoting a more sustainable future. We analyze a range of local cases including renewable energy, waste management, and sustainable food systems, as well as emerging models like circular economy and green urban initiatives.
Sustainable Development in Northern Europe Session 2. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Environmental Studies. Public Policy. Sustainability. This course helps you to better understand the complex societal challenges of sustainable development from a European perspective. Specific focus is given to the interplay between social, environmental, and economic solutions to address sustainability challenges on local and global levels. You are introduced to a broad range of Danish and European stakeholders currently shaping the sustainability solutions and innovations. You are encouraged to identify your own values and strategies for a sustainable future, as well as being an actor of change for the implementation of more sustainable solutions. Tasting Culture: Nordic and Mediterranean Food, Tradition, and Nutrition Session 3. 4 Credits. Copenhagen. Anthropology. History. Sociology. We eat to live. But food isn’t just about survival. We express who we are through our food. How we eat is however also shaped by other forces, often invisible to us in our everyday lives. Over four weeks we explore Denmark and Greece – allowing us to understand both the commonalities and the differences that such forces bring to food and cuisine, as well as people’s imagination and inventiveness in creating something to eat. Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism from a European Perspective Session 2. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. History. International Relations. Political Science. Terrorism and counter-terrorism have been on everyone’s mind since 9/11. However, terrorism didn’t just appear out of the blue on that horrifying September day. This course is a study of terrorism – its causes, aims, and forms – and of counter-terrorism measures introduced by the international community and individual states. The course examines the implications of terrorism for international politics in the 21st century. Translational Medicine: The Power of Biomedical Research Session 2. 3 Credits. Biology. Biomedicine/Biotechnology. Pre-Medicine/Health Science. Translational medicine aims to obtain a new understanding of disease mechanisms and strives to design and develop novel diagnostic and therapeutic tools. It covers the cyclical journey linking unmet patient needs, laboratory research, and clinical trials. The major emphasis of the course lies on the dynamic interplay between the world of in vitro and in vivo laboratory-based preclinical research and the world of clinical research. During the course, you interact with interdisciplinary teams of researchers who collaborate towards translating biomedical research discoveries into medical practice. Prerequisites: One year each of biology and chemistry at university level. Travel Writing Session 2. 3 Credits. Stockholm. Communication. Creative Writing. Literature. Travelers write. Whether in the form of postcards, blogs, or articles, writing serves to anchor memory and process difference, making foreign experience understandable to us and accessible to others. In this course, you draw on your own travel experiences for your work, which are critiqued and edited in a workshop setting.
Understanding Terrorism: Causes, Solutions, and Dilemmas Session 1. 3 Credits. Stockholm. International Relations. Political Science. Terrorism is a contemporary problem that should not be neglected. The discourse on terrorism, however, is often simplified; disregarding important questions such as factors or root causes, potentially increasing political conflicts and generating terrorism. This course aims to analyze and discuss questions such as: What are the main circumstances that provide the necessary preconditions for the emergence of various types of terrorism? What are the typical precipitants that trigger terrorist campaigns? To what extent is it possible to reduce terrorism by addressing circumstances that have a tendency to generate terrorism? Should governments focus on addressing the factors that sustain terrorism and terror campaigns or should they focus on the root causes of terrorism? Urban Design Studio Architecture & Design Session. 6 Credits. Copenhagen. Architecture. Landscape Architecture. Urban Design. Using Copenhagen as a laboratory, you solve realistic problems using analytical and design methods specifically devised for urban design and landscape issues. Some sections focus on issues of human scale, temporary use, and sustainable design. Studio groups combine students of different levels and background. This course is taught vertically, and expectations relate to you as an individual student. Prerequisites: Enrollment in a professional school or department of architecture or design. Two spatial design studios at university level. Additional Portfolio Needs: Examples of studio work in a portfolio to be submitted to studio instructor at the beginning of the semester. This will allow the professor to become acquainted with the design skills of each student. Corequisite: Visual Journal Visual Journal Architecture & Design Session. 1 Credit. Copenhagen. Design. The visual journal is a process-driven, analytical tool where you record drawn inquiries for this course, as well as for studio, study tours, and self-driven studies. The focus of this course is for you to develop skills on facilitating better explorations and understandings of what you perceive: observing, analyzing, and communicating the diverse conditions and possibilities of the physical environments and objects that surround us. The visual journal is handled by the respective studio faculty. Corequisite: Architecture Design Studio, Architecture Foundations Studio, Graphic Design Studio, Graphic Design Foundations Studio, Interior Architecture Studio, or Urban Design Studio World of Vikings: Facts, Fiction, and Fantasy Session 3. 4 Credits. Copenhagen. History. Literature. In this course, we study the history, religion, and worldview of the pre-Christian Scandinavians as reflected in primary medieval texts and poems from the Viking Age. The course offers insights into the Viking Age in Scandinavia, both by reading original sources, and by examining the pop cultural echoes of the Viking world in the fiction and fantasy of today.
Understanding Climate Change Session 1. 3 Credits. Copenhagen. Environmental Science. Geography. Geology. This course gives you hands-on experience with the scientific process of testing a hypothesis through experiments. You design your own experiments to simulate and explore the physical mechanisms of Earth’s dynamic climate system. An important learning objective is to show independent thinking when investigating the scientific hypotheses. Experiments take place in the DIS wet lab and at world-renowned research labs at University of Copenhagen.
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Course List by Discipline
DIS offers summer courses that are relevant to a wide variety of disciplines. Look through this list to discover which course offerings are available based on your academic interests.
ANTHROPOLOGY ·· Active Citizenship in Denmark (Session 1) ·· Activism: Gender, Sexuality, and Race (Session 1) ·· Arctic Orientalism: Postcolonialism in the North (Session 2) ·· Cross-Cultural Psychology (Session 2) ·· European Genocides (Session 3) ·· Food and Identity (Session 2) ·· From Witches to Cyborgs: Gender, Race, and Resistance (Session 3) ·· Gender, Equality, and Sexuality in Scandinavia (Session 2) ·· Human Trafficking in a Global Context (Session 1) ·· Migration and the City (Session 2) ·· Nordic Culinary Culture (Session 2) ·· Power of Women in the Viking Age (Session 2) ·· Tasting Culture: Nordic and Mediterranean Food, Tradition, and Nutrition (Session 3) ARCHITECTURE ·· Architecture Design Studio (Architecture & Design Session) ·· Architecture Foundations Studio (Architecture & Design Session) ·· Furniture Design in Scandinavia (Architecture & Design Session) ·· Furniture Design Studio (Architecture & Design Session) ·· Interior Architecture Studio (Architecture & Design Session) ·· Strategies for Urban Livability (Session 1) ·· Urban Design Studio (Architecture & Design Session)
BIOLOGY ·· Arctic Ecology (Session 3) ·· Biomedical Lab (Lab & Research Session) ·· European Biodiversity (Session 3) ·· Human Health and Disease: A Clinical Approach (Session 1 or 2) ·· Medical Biotechnology and Drug Development (Session 2) ·· Medical Diagnostics (Session 1) ·· Microbrains Lab: Modeling Neurodegeneration (Lab & Research Session) ·· Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience (Session 3) ·· Neuroscience of Fear (Session 2) ·· Sports Medicine: Performance and Fatigue (Session 1) ·· Translational Medicine: The Power of Biomedical Research (Session 2)
COMMUNICATION ·· Communication and Conflict: A Cross-Cultural Perspective (Session 3) ·· Glued to the Screen: TV Shows, Norms, and Culture (Session 1) ·· Propaganda: Fakes and Facts (Session 3) ·· Storytelling Through Photography (Session 1) ·· Travel Writing (Session 2)
BIOMEDICINE/BIOTECHNOLOGY ·· Biomedical Lab (Lab & Research Session) ·· Human Health and Disease: A Clinical Approach (Session 1 or 2) ·· Medical Biotechnology and Drug Development (Session 2) ·· Medical Diagnostics (Session 1) ·· Microbrains Lab: Modeling Neurodegeneration (Lab & Research Session) ·· Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience (Session 3) ·· Sports Medicine: Performance and Fatigue (Session 1) ·· Translational Medicine: The Power of Biomedical Research (Session 2)
CRIMINOLOGY/CRIMINAL JUSTICE ·· Human Trafficking in a Global Context (Session 1) ·· Psychology of Criminal Behavior (Session 1) ·· Psychology of Violence and Hate (Session 3)
BUSINESS ·· Behavioral Economics: European Case Studies (Session 1) ·· Entrepreneurship Practicum (Sessions 1 & 2) ·· Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Europe (Sessions 1 & 2) ·· International Strategy and Leadership: Case Studies (Session 2) ·· Strategic Leader (Session 3) ·· Sustainable Business Strategy (Session 1) CHILD DEVELOPMENT ·· Child Development: Theory and Practice (Session 3) ·· Children in a Multicultural Context (Session 2) ·· Children with Special Needs (Session 1) ·· Early Childhood: Nordic Education and Parenting (Session 1)
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COMPUTER SCIENCE ·· Development and Programming of Serious Games (Session 1) CREATIVE WRITING ·· Travel Writing (Session 2)
DESIGN ·· Architecture Design Studio (Architecture & Design Session) ·· Architecture Foundations Studio (Architecture & Design Session) ·· Furniture Design in Scandinavia (Architecture & Design Session) ·· Furniture Design Studio (Architecture & Design Session) ·· Graphic Design Foundations Studio (Architecture & Design Session) ·· Graphic Design Studio (Architecture & Design Session) ·· Interior Architecture Studio (Architecture & Design Session) ·· Urban Design Studio (Architecture & Design Session) ·· Visual Journal (Architecture & Design Session) ECONOMICS ·· Behavioral Economics: European Case Studies (Session 1) ·· Comparative Economics: Global Risk and European Responses (Session 2)
Course List by Discipline
EDUCATION/EDUCATIONAL STUDIES ·· Active Citizenship in Denmark (Session 1) ·· Child Development: Theory and Practice (Session 3) ·· Children in a Multicultural Context (Session 2) ·· Children with Special Needs (Session 1) ·· Early Childhood: Nordic Education and Parenting (Session 1) ·· Positive Psychology (Session 1 or 2) ·· Psychology of Emerging Adulthood (Session 2) ENTREPRENEURSHIP ·· Entrepreneurship Practicum (Sessions 1 & 2) ·· Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Europe (Sessions 1 & 2) ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE ·· Arctic Ecology (Session 3) ·· Climate Change and Glaciers (Session 2) ·· European Biodiversity (Session 3) ·· Renewable Energy Systems (Session 2) ·· Understanding Climate Change (Session 1) ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES ·· Bicycle Urbanism (Session 3) ·· Climate Change and Glaciers (Session 2) ·· Environmental Philosophy (Session 1) ·· Nordic Culinary Culture (Session 2) ·· Renewable Energy Systems (Session 2) ·· Sustainable Business Strategy (Session 1) ·· Sustainable Denmark: Solutions and Dilemmas (Session 1) ·· Sustainable Development in Northern Europe (Session 2) ETHICS ·· European Clinical Psychology (Session 2) ·· Medical Ethics (Session 1) ·· Microbrains Lab: Modeling Neurodegeneration (Lab & Research Session) ·· Psychology of Criminal Behavior (Session 1) ·· Sustainable Development in Northern Europe (Session 2) ETHNIC STUDIES ·· Children in a Multicultural Context (Session 2) ·· Communication and Conflict: A Cross-Cultural Perspective (Session 3) ·· Cross-Cultural Psychology (Session 2) ·· European Genocides (Session 3)
FILM STUDIES ·· Glued to the Screen: TV Shows, Norms, and Culture (Session 1) FINANCE ·· Behavioral Economics: European Case Studies (Session 1) FOOD STUDIES ·· Food and Identity (Session 2) ·· Nordic Culinary Culture (Session 2) ·· Tasting Culture: Nordic and Mediterranean Food, Tradition, and Nutrition (Session 3) ·· Psychology of Food (Session 2) GENDER STUDIES ·· Activism: Gender, Sexuality, and Race (Session 1) ·· From Witches to Cyborgs: Gender, Race, and Resistance (Session 3) ·· Gender, Equality, and Sexuality in Scandinavia (Session 2) ·· Human Trafficking in a Global Context (Session 1) ·· Power of Women in the Viking Age (Session 2) ·· Prostitution and the Sex Trade (Session 2) ·· Psychology of Human Sexuality (Session 1) ·· Psychology of Sexual Self (Session 3) ·· Sex Education and Sexual Reform in Europe (Session 2) GEOGRAPHY ·· Climate Change and Glaciers (Session 2) ·· Understanding Climate Change (Session 1) GEOLOGY ·· Climate Change and Glaciers (Session 2) ·· Understanding Climate Change (Session 1) GOVERNMENT ·· Humanitarian Law and Armed Conflict (Session 2) ·· Political Extremism and the Threat to Democracy (Session 3) ·· Propaganda: Fakes and Facts (Session 3) ·· Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism from a European Perspective (Session 2) ·· Understanding Terrorism: Causes, Solutions, and Dilemmas (Session 1)
GRAPHIC DESIGN ·· Graphic Design Foundations Studio (Architecture & Design Session) ·· Graphic Design Studio (Architecture & Design Session) ·· Visual Journal (Architecture & Design Session) HISTORY ·· Arctic Orientalism: Postcolonialism in the North (Session 2) ·· Emigration, Immigration, and Integration: The Nordic Experience (Session 3) ·· European Genocides (Session 3) ·· Food and Identity (Session 2) ·· Nordic Mythology (Session 1) ·· Power of Women in the Viking Age (Session 2) ·· Sex Education and Sexual Reform in Europe (Session 2) ·· Tasting Culture: Nordic and Mediterranean Food, Tradition, and Nutrition (Session 3) ·· Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism from a European Perspective (Session 2) ·· World of Vikings: Facts, Fiction, and Fantasy (Session 3) HUMAN DEVELOPMENT ·· Child Development: Theory and Practice (Session 3) ·· Children in a Multicultural Context (Session 2) ·· Early Childhood: Nordic Education and Parenting (Session 1) ·· European Clinical Psychology (Session 2) ·· Lifespan Psychology: Shaping the Self (Session 3) ·· Positive Psychology (Session 1 or 2) ·· Psychology of Human Sexuality (Session 1) ·· Social Brain: Neuropsychology of Social Behaviors (Session 1) HUMAN RIGHTS ·· European Genocides (Session 3) ·· Human Trafficking in a Global Context (Session 1) ·· Humanitarian Law and Armed Conflict (Session 2) ·· Migration and the City (Session 2) ·· Prostitution and the Sex Trade (Session 2) INDUSTRIAL DESIGN ·· Furniture Design in Scandinavia (Architecture & Design Session) ·· Furniture Design Studio (Architecture & Design Session)
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Course List by Discipline
INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE ·· Interior Architecture Studio (Architecture & Design Session) INTERIOR DESIGN ·· Interior Architecture Studio (Architecture & Design Session) INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS ·· Behavioral Economics: European Case Studies (Session 1) ·· Humanitarian Law and Armed Conflict (Session 2) ·· Political Extremism and the Threat to Democracy (Session 3) ·· Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism from a European Perspective (Session 2) ·· Understanding Terrorism: Causes, Solutions, and Dilemmas (Session 1)
MANAGEMENT ·· Entrepreneurship Practicum (Sessions 1 & 2) ·· Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Europe (Sessions 1 & 2) ·· International Strategy and Leadership: Case Studies (Session 2) ·· Strategic Leader (Session 3) ·· Sustainable Business Strategy (Session 1) MARKETING ·· International Strategy and Leadership: Case Studies (Session 2)
JOURNALISM ·· Propaganda: Fakes and Facts (Session 3) ·· Storytelling Through Photography (Session 1)
MATHEMATICS ·· Development and Programming of Serious Games (Session 1)
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE ·· Urban Design Studio (Architecture & Design Session)
MEDIA STUDIES ·· Communication and Conflict: A Cross-Cultural Perspective (Session 3) ·· Glued to the Screen: TV Shows, Norms, and Culture (Session 1) ·· Storytelling Through Photography (Session 1)
LEADERSHIP STUDIES ·· Entrepreneurship Practicum (Sessions 1 & 2) ·· Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Europe (Sessions 1 & 2) ·· International Strategy and Leadership: Case Studies (Session 2) ·· Strategic Leader (Session 3) LEGAL STUDIES ·· Human Trafficking in a Global Context (Session 1) ·· Humanitarian Law and Armed Conflict (Session 2) ·· Prostitution and the Sex Trade (Session 2) LITERATURE ·· Arctic Orientalism: Postcolonialism in the North (Session 2) ·· Emigration, Immigration, and Integration: The Nordic Experience (Session 3) ·· Good Life, The: Philosophy of Happiness (Session 3) ·· Nordic Mythology (Session 1)
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·· Power of Women in the Viking Age (Session 2) ·· Scandinavian Crime Fiction (Session 1) ·· Travel Writing (Session 2) ·· World of Vikings: Facts, Fiction, and Fantasy (Session 3)
MUSIC ·· Popular Music and Culture: Creative Workshop (Session 2) NEUROSCIENCE ·· Affective Neuroscience: Emotions, Cognition, and Behavior (Session 2) ·· Creativity, Brain, and Self (Session 1) ·· Microbrains Lab: Modeling Neurodegeneration (Lab & Research Session) ·· Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience (Session 3) ·· Neuroscience of Fear (Session 2) ·· Social Brain: Neuropsychology of Social Behaviors (Session 1)
ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR ·· Strategic Leader (Session 3) PHILOSOPHY ·· Environmental Philosophy (Session 1) ·· From Witches to Cyborgs: Gender, Race, and Resistance (Session 3) ·· Good Life, The: Philosophy of Happiness (Session 3) ·· Psychology of Food (Session 2) ·· Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism from a European Perspective (Session 2) PHOTOGRAPHY ·· Storytelling Through Photography (Session 1) POLITICAL SCIENCE ·· Active Citizenship in Denmark (Session 1) ·· Humanitarian Law and Armed Conflict (Session 2) ·· Political Extremism and the Threat to Democracy (Session 3) ·· Propaganda: Fakes and Facts (Session 3) ·· Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism from a European Perspective (Session 2) ·· Understanding Terrorism: Causes, Solutions, and Dilemmas (Session 1) PRE-MEDICINE/HEALTH SCIENCE ·· Affective Neuroscience: Emotions, Cognition, and Behavior (Session 2) ·· Biomedical Lab (Lab & Research Session) ·· European Clinical Psychology (Session 2) ·· Healthcare Systems: A Comparative Approach (Session 2) ·· Human Health and Disease: A Clinical Approach (Session 1 or 2) ·· Medical Biotechnology and Drug Development (Session 2) ·· Medical Diagnostics (Session 1) ·· Medical Ethics (Session 1) ·· Microbrains Lab: Modeling Neurodegeneration (Lab & Research Session) ·· Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience (Session 3) ·· Psychology of Human Sexuality (Session 1) ·· Public Health Policy in Practice (Session 3) ·· Sports Medicine: Performance and Fatigue (Session 1) ·· Translational Medicine: The Power of Biomedical Research (Session 2)
Course List by Discipline
PSYCHOLOGY ·· Affective Neuroscience: Emotions, Cognition, and Behavior (Session 2) ·· Children with Special Needs (Session 1) ·· Creativity, Brain, and Self (Session 1) ·· Cross-Cultural Psychology (Session 2) ·· European Clinical Psychology (Session 2) ·· Lifespan Psychology: Shaping the Self (Session 3) ·· Neuroscience of Fear (Session 2) ·· Positive Psychology (Session 1 or 2) ·· Psychology of Criminal Behavior (Session 1) ·· Psychology of Emerging Adulthood (Session 2) ·· Psychology of Food (Session 2) ·· Psychology of Human Sexuality (Session 1) ·· Psychology of Sexual Self (Session 3) ·· Psychology of Violence and Hate (Session 3) ·· Social Brain: Neuropsychology of Social Behaviors (Session 1) PUBLIC HEALTH ·· From Witches to Cyborgs: Gender, Race, and Resistance (Session 3) ·· Healthcare Systems: A Comparative Approach (Session 2) ·· Human Health and Disease: A Clinical Approach (Session 1 or 2) ·· Medical Ethics (Session 1) ·· Public Health Policy in Practice (Session 3) ·· Tasting Culture: Nordic and Mediterranean Food, Tradition, and Nutrition (Session 3) PUBLIC POLICY ·· Healthcare Systems: A Comparative Approach (Session 2) ·· Prostitution and the Sex Trade (Session 2) ·· Public Health Policy in Practice (Session 3) ·· Renewable Energy Systems (Session 2) ·· Strategies for Urban Livability (Session 1) ·· Sustainable Denmark: Solutions and Dilemmas (Session 1) ·· Sustainable Development in Northern Europe (Session 2)
RHETORIC ·· Communication and Conflict: A Cross-Cultural Perspective (Session 3) ·· Propaganda: Fakes and Facts (Session 3) ·· Travel Writing (Session 2) SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP ·· Entrepreneurship Practicum (Sessions 1 & 2) ·· Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Europe (Sessions 1 & 2) SOCIOLOGY ·· Active Citizenship in Denmark (Session 1) ·· Activism: Gender, Sexuality, and Race (Session 1) ·· Cross-Cultural Psychology (Session 2) ·· Emigration, Immigration, and Integration: The Nordic Experience (Session 3) ·· European Genocides (Session 3) ·· Food and Identity (Session 2) ·· From Witches to Cyborgs: Gender, Race, and Resistance (Session 3) ·· Gender, Equality, and Sexuality in Scandinavia (Session 2) ·· Glued to the Screen: TV Shows, Norms, and Culture (Session 1) ·· Good Life, The: Philosophy of Happiness (Session 3) ·· Migration and the City (Session 2) ·· Nordic Culinary Culture (Session 2) ·· Popular Music and Culture: Creative Workshop (Session 2) ·· Prostitution and the Sex Trade (Session 2) ·· Psychology of Criminal Behavior (Session 1) ·· Psychology of Food (Session 2) ·· Psychology of Sexual Self (Session 3) ·· Psychology of Violence and Hate (Session 3) ·· Sex Education and Sexual Reform in Europe (Session 2) ·· Social Brain: Neuropsychology of Social Behaviors (Session 1) ·· Strategies for Urban Livability (Session 1) ·· Tasting Culture: Nordic and Mediterranean Food, Tradition, and Nutrition (Session 3)
STUDIO ART ·· Architecture Foundations Studio (Architecture & Design Session) ·· Graphic Design Foundations Studio (Architecture & Design Session) ·· Graphic Design Studio (Architecture & Design Session) SUSTAINABILITY ·· Arctic Ecology (Session 3) ·· Bicycle Urbanism (Session 3) ·· Environmental Philosophy (Session 1) ·· European Biodiversity (Session 3) ·· Nordic Culinary Culture (Session 2) ·· Renewable Energy Systems (Session 2) ·· Sustainable Business Strategy (Session 1) ·· Sustainable Denmark: Solutions and Dilemmas (Session 1) ·· Sustainable Development in Northern Europe (Session 2) URBAN DESIGN ·· Bicycle Urbanism (Session 3) ·· Strategies for Urban Livability (Session 1) ·· Urban Design Studio (Architecture & Design Session) ·· Visual Journal (Architecture & Design Session) URBAN STUDIES ·· Bicycle Urbanism (Session 3) ·· Migration and the City (Session 2) ·· Strategies for Urban Livability (Session 1) VISUAL ARTS ·· Storytelling Through Photography (Session 1)
RELIGIOUS STUDIES ·· Good Life, The: Philosophy of Happiness (Session 3) ·· Nordic Mythology (Session 1) ·· World of Vikings: Facts, Fiction, and Fantasy (Session 3)
DISCLAIMER: The information in the DIS catalog is provided solely as a convenience; no contractual liability is assumed. Because the manuscript was finalized in July 2019, this publication should not be assumed to be currently complete and fully accurate.
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