Student guide by Tom

International

Programmes

Five campuses IN FIVE CITIES

See the world. Build your career. Find friends for life. Make studying abroad what you want it to be at the University of Southern Denmark. Our international study programmes offer flexibility and choice so you can shape your future.

Kolding Universitetsparken 1, 6000 Kolding

Odense Esbjerg

Campusvej 55, 5230 Odense M (Main campus)

Niels Bohrs Vej 9-10, 6700 Ewsbjerg

Slagelse Sønderborg

Sdr. Stationsvej 28, 4200 Slagelse

Alsion 2, 6400 Sønderborg

Tel: +45 6550 1050 · Email: intstudent@sdu.dk · www.sdu.dk · Facebook.com/unisouthdenmark

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Introduction

The process

Velkommen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Become an International Student . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Good to know about Denmark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Survival Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Accommodation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Work in Denmark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 The University of Southern Denmark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 The Five Faculties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 The Five Campus Cites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Full degree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Exchange . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . - Partner Universities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Guest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PhD research at University of Southern Denmark . . . . . . . . . . . . Visiting PhD students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Study programmes

Bachelor programme Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Master programme Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Need to know

Tuition fees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249 International Scholarships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251 Deadlines, how to apply and language requirements . . . . . . . . . 252 Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253 Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just take our word for it! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254

Main editors

Bo Kristiansen, Chief Consultant, Corporate Communication, University of Southern Denmark, bok@sdu.dk Contact the editorial team here: bok@sdu.dk Michael Magee Home country: Northern Ireland Study programme: Marine Biology, MSc

Michael

Student editors

Hannah Burrows Home country: England Study programme: American Studies, MA Fanni Lengyel Home country: Hungary Study programme: Brand Management and Marketing Communication, MSc Blake Brigman Home country: USA Study programme: Brand Management and Marketing Communication, MSc

Photo credits

Anastasija Gogoleva, Hannah Burrows, Fanni Lengyel and Piero DiGiminani,

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Velkommen... This guide is written for prospective International students and we are delighted to introduce to you the University of Southern Denmark. More commonly known as Syddansk Universitet (SDU). University is one of the most life-changing, academically rewarding and enjoyable times in life. At SDU, 1 in 5 students are not from Denmark. International students play a crucial role in enriching the university experience for every student, by bringing different views, cultures and perspectives. Being either students or recent graduates of SDU ourselves, we know that you will have many questions before you leave home, and the aim of this Guide is to answer as many of them as possible. Living and studying in Denmark is a very exciting time but it can also be a challenging time. Here you will find useful information about studying at the university, but also about living in Denmark, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s culture and customs. By choosing SDU, you will become part of a dynamic and modern University with a world-class academic reputation. SDU is recognised for its excellence in research and is among the top 2% of universities globally. We believe you will find student life to be busy, intellectually stimulating and full of memorable experiences. Both SDU and Denmark have much to offer. Denmark is famous for its high quality of life, beautiful countryside, friendly people and cosy atmosphere. The university does everything it can to make International students feel welcome. You can find help during the application process, as well as before and after your arrival. This guide is just one of the many resources available to you. More information about the University and the programme descriptions can be found on the website (www.sdu.dk/en). If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact SDU International intstudent@sdu.dk. We hope that we can guide you along the road to the University of Southern Denmark. A decision we guarantee youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll not regret! All the best, The Editorial Team

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;I definitely encourage everyone that is in doubt or feels afraid to leave their home country. It is a tremendous experience, a chance to become very open-minded, to grow as a personality and get onestep closer to where you imagine yourself in the future.â&#x20AC;?Â Mingle from Lithuania

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Become an

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT Education is not restricted to the classroom. Life experiences and personal development are just as important as passing exams on the road to success. Combine all three with studying abroad. See the World, make new friends, and broaden your horizons. Stand out and have an education and experience for life. What are you waiting for?! New perspectives

You will meet new cultures and people with a very different background than you. You will make friends for life, and gain an international network you can use in the future. You will learn to cope with unfamiliar situations and learn a lot about your own tolerance, your insight and yourself.

Home away from home

In the World of Social Media, it is easy to keep in touch with home. Your being abroad shouldn’t change anything, and friends and family will be excited for your new experiences. Every other International student is in the same position as you, so you will share new experiences and form bonds and friendships that will last a life-time.

Nothing to lose, everything to gain

Home will always be there, no matter how far you roam. But when you return, you will be different. You will gain so much more than just an education.

Equip yourself

By being an International Student, you will equip yourself with a range of skills and experiences that will increase your employability. You will have the ability to work independently and work in groups, while gaining a much sough after International Profile.

We welcome your perspective!

Studying in Denmark is all about you – Pushing the boundaries, applying critical thinking, working with others and being creative. We invite you to study in Denmark - to be inspired and to gain an excellent foundation for your future career.

Enjoy support

You will have many questions before and after arriving at the University. You can seek advice and support from SDU International (intstudent@sdu.dk), which has eleven permanent staff members. Before you arrive, staff can help with issues such as the application process, language requirements and the cost of living in Denmark. After you arrive, staff ensure you can access the right information and find your way around.

Explore europe

You can explore while studying in Denmark, a modern country steeped in tradition. The country has a vibrant city life and cultural scene And, as Scandinavia’s gateway to Europe, Denmark is close to historical cities such as Amsterdam, Berlin, London, Oslo and Paris.

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Good to know ABOUT DENMARK

Ideally placed as Scandinavia’s gateway to Europe, Denmark is a kingdom of thriving cities and idyllic landscapes; aninnovative society with a green lifestyle.

Population

5,627,235 (2014) Capital: Copenhagen / the most livable city in the world 1,246,611 (2014)

Other major cities

Århus 259.754 , Odense 172.512, Aalborg 109.092 (2014) Language: Danish

Currency

Danish Kroner, DKK 1 Krone = 100 Øre (1 EUR = 7.5 DKK) Country dialing code: +45

Membership

UN, OECD, EU (since 1973), NATO, Schengen, OSCE, IMF, WTO and others

Other

Denmark is a small country, it consists of 406 islands and has 7314 kms of coastline. The national flag of Denmark, called Danneborg, is the oldest country flag in the world still in use.

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The Kingdom OF DENMARK

According to the 2015 Global Peace Index, Denmark remains one of the most peaceful nations in the world to reside in, ranking second behind Iceland. Time and time again the Danes come out on top of World Happiness Index.

The Kingdom of Denmark

and social security for all citizens. The country has a high degree of income redistribution facilThe Kingdom of Denmark includes two autonoitated by the tax system and the relatively small mous countries in the North Atlantic Ocean: the gap between rich and poor. Faroe Islands and Greenland. On it’s own, Denmark is a small country, with a population of 5million; nowhere in Denmark A safe country is more than 50 km from the sea. And just a People who have visited Denmark often emphafew kilometres from Denmark’s major cities size how safe the country feels. Children walk of Odense and Copenhagen you to school on their own and even find idyllic villages and pristine the Queen can be seen doing her woodlands and lakes. own shopping with a minimum of “There is a unique Denmark’s location makes it security. The statistics confirm this a gateway to other Scandinavian atmosphere here that image of Denmark as the country countries and the rest of Europe. we like to call “hygge” has one of the lowest crime rates in Berlin is just an hour’s flight away. - once you experience it the world. London and Paris can be reached in for yourself, we know you’ll love it” Health and Cycling less than two hours. And Barcelona, Everyone has a bike here! And Rome, Vienna and Prague are all just it’s used for almost every trip! It helps that the a few hours flight away. country is breathtakingly flat, so there are no hills Having the oldest continuous Monarchy in the to climb. Danes are also big fans of a balanced World, Denmark is steeped in history. It is also diet, with organic products being on top of the famous for modern design such as Georg Jensen list when it comes to food priorities. and Pandora. Major global companies are based in Denmark such as Mærsk, Bang and Olufsen Workplace culture and LEGO. A horizontal structure and open dialogue beWelfare State tween management and employees is characterDenmark is a highly advanced welfare state charistic in the workplace. Many workplaces regularly acterized by universal healthcare, free education offer continuing education to their employees.

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Foreign national workers express a high level Equality of satisfaction with leisure and cultural opporFreedom of expression and equality for all are tunities in Denmark. part of the Danish philosophy. In 2014 Denmark Denmark stands as one of the world leaders in was the 4th most gender-equal country in the different fields of production: agricultural goods, world. furniture and clothing, interior design, sea freight, wind turbines, medicine and assistive medical Academic culture technologies, equipment for automatic cooling The relationship between student and and heating, sensitive measuring instruments, IT teacher in Denmark is quite informal. Both and communications. students and teachers like to consider one Denmark is recognized for another equals. You are always its high quality research in areas encouraged to ask questions both such as biotechnology and food inside and outside of the classroom and environmental science. The “The more time I and to express your opinion on country is internationally oriented spend outside of my the themes discussed during the and plays an active role in global “comfort zone” the courses. The informal atmosphere business and politics. Denmark has more I learn and does not imply however, that been a member of the EU since 1973 develop personally.” an overly relaxed attitude and has had a significant influence Arne from Germany. towards your studies would on both environmental and social be accepted. On the contrary, issues as well as on the EU enlargement process. the independent nature of university studies in Denmark presupposes that students show Hygge initiative and take responsibility in the planning The closest translation of hygge is cosy, but it is so of their studies and in keeping to their own much more than that and has to be experienced. schedules. It could be time spent in good company, enjoying Students are expected to be able to analyse nice food, drinks and humour. It is a very and discuss material, both in class, in group work important aspect of the Danish mentality. and in the final examination. Most studies make use of both oral and written exams.

Why study in Denmark? The emphasis is on practise rather than theory Innovation is encouraged

Good career prospects

Direct contact with potential employers

International and dynamic environment

Friendly atmos-phere between students and teachers – no hierarchy

Over 600 programmes taught in English It’s Free for EU citizens!

An innovative educational system of high international quality One of the best education systems in the World

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Survival Guide Do they? why? can I? how? On the following pages you will find practical information, tips and tricks...

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NAME: Peter Dejgaard Jensen COUNTRY: Denmark STUDY PROGRAMME: Business, Language and Culture - Negot

What do you do as a buddy?

As a buddy you pick up 1 or 2 international students at the train station when they arrive in Odense, you bring them to their apartments and make sure they have a pleasant start to their stay. Furthermore you’ll be placed in a buddy group, consisting of about 3 buddies, with whom you can arrange activities or just a simple dinner for the students - if you want to. All buddies are volunteers so it’s completely up to yourself to decide how much time you want to invest in the buddy program.

What made you want to be a buddy? First time I went abroad myself, I arrived in Spain without knowing anyone - I just had an address to the place I was going to stay. It took me a long time getting to know the city and I realized how big a help it would have been if someone had picked me up and told me a little about the city. It’s a small gesture, but it makes a great difference for students arriving. In addition to that, the international students are always very open-minded and simply just great people to hang out with.

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A Safe Country Denmark is one of the safest countries in the World. The Danish way of life is based on mutual trust and tolerance.

Arrival

First of all, for many full-degree students and exchange students, when you arrive at your Campus city, you will be greeted by a Buddy. This is a current SDU student. They will give you the keys to your apartment if you decide to use the university’s accommodation. You may also receive a welcome package with some food, kitchen utensils, bedsheets, and gadgets! Your Buddy can answer any specific questions you have about the town.

to consider the cost of books and other teaching materials, transport and going out. A few examples to illustrate the price level in Denmak: 1 litre of milk = 1€ 1 kilo of pasta = 1€ Beer at a pub = 4€ Meal at a restaurant = 15€ Cinema ticket = 10€ Meal at McDonald’s = 7€

Cpr-number

Bicycles is the most common form of transport in Denmark. In most towns there are even special biking lanes! When you are interested in buying a bike you can either buy a new or a second-hand bike at one of many local bike dealers or from other students through Facebook pages.

All Danes have a personal number, called a CPR number. This is a personal ID number which is used by education institutions and all public organisations (e.g. the healthcare system, etc). Any person staying in Denmark for more than three months must register at the National Register and get a cpr.no when they have received their residence permit. Citizens of one of the Nordic countries must register at the National Register after six months. They do not need to apply for a residence permit first.

Buses

Credit cards

Cost of living

Electricity

Bicycles

For transportation within the city, most of the students prefer a bicycle, however you can still reach all your destinations by bus. Visit www. fynbus.dk to get more information concerning timetables, routes and price. Be aware that you can get a discount if you by in bulk, and that your train ticket stub allows you to use the city bus on the same day for free. The cost of living in Denmark is similar to that of other northern European countries. You should estimate spending between 600 and 700 euro monthly. Average monthly rent for a room in a flat is about 300 euro. You also need

Credit cards are accepted in most shops and restaurants; however, some supermarkets only accept the special Danish debit card “Dankort”. Cash points for withdrawal of cash can be found outside several banks in the city centre and in the shopping centres. Please be aware that your bank imposes a limit as to the amount which you can withdraw at a time. 220 volts AC (50 Hz) is the Danish standard. If you are travelling with electrical or electronic devices be sure to bring a two-pin continental adapter with you.

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Electronic equipment

Laptop computers capable of operating on both 110 and 220 volts can be used in Denmark, but remember to bring a two-pin continental adapter with you since the prongs in Denmark may differ from those in your home country. For laptop computers working on 110 volts only, converters are necessary.

Equality

work, etc. and often consists of a packed lunch. At lunch the speciality Smørrebrød (open sandwiches) is normally eaten. It consists of rye bread buttered and covered with sliced meat, cheese etc. The summer dessert Rødgrød med fløde – its name being a test in pronunciation for all non-Danes – is a dessert usually made of redcurrants, raspberries and blackcurrants. The berries are boiled until they are soft, sweetened and thickened and finally served with cream or milk.

The Danish constitution assures “Denmark is the religious freedom for all citizens, fourth most genderbut, also emphasises that the equal societies in the Happy Hours Evangelical Lutheran Church is There are a lot of offers for students. world.” the Danish state church and is Including free beer hours for stusupported by the state. Denmark dents! has a law on ethnic equality, which bans ethnic discrimination and states that it is illegal to treat Health insurance people differently on the grounds of gender, race All residents in Denmark are entitled to free and religion. According to the World Economic emergency treatment, linked to your own perForum 2014. Denmark is the 4th most gendersonal CPR-number. In case of an emergency, equal societies in the world. dial 112 to contact the police, the fire brigade or the ambulance. Emergency calls from payFood and traditions phones are free of charge. The Danes celebrate many holidays during the For more information on how to obtain year. Some of them are religious holidays and access to the Danish health care system visit: some have cultural or historic roots. Specific www.newtodenmark.dk traditions with regards to food, decorations and celebration are connected to most of the If you become ill holidays, which are usually celebrated with International students living in Denmark for friends and more than three months are covered by the family. Breakfast and dinner are typically eaten Danish health insurance. It offers free doctor at home, whereas lunch is eaten at school, consultations and hospital treatment. You

Do’s and don’ts Do signal when stopping and turning on a bike. Always! Do not greet a Dane with a kiss on the cheek!

Do take a number at the post office/bakery Do not show up early or late when invited Do take your shoes off entering a home

Don’t ask “how are you?” and not expect an answer! Don’t be alarmed about unisex toilets!

Do not ask “what is the occasion?” when presented cake (no need for a reason is the answer!)

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Danish is taught at several universities register for health insurance at the same time around the world. There are also a number as registering at the Danish national register. of private or public organisations that offer You will receive a personal identity number lessons in Danish at different and a health insurance card, levels. Contact a language which you should always bring centre in your home country for when going to a doctor’s surgery “You don’t have further information. The Danish or to the hospital. to speak Danish to Embassies and Consulates can Your health insurance comes study in Denmark” also refer to activities relating to into effect six weeks after you Denmark in your home country. arrive in the country. You should therefore consider taking out health insurance to cover you for this initial Pharmacies period. EU citizens are covered from arrival Opening hours: when they bring along the European Health Monday - Thursday 09:00 17:30 Insurance Card. Friday 09:00 19:00 Saturday 09:00 14:00.

Infrastructure

Denmark’s infrastructure is well developed. The railway network is extensive, the roads are of a high standard and are relatively uncongested. The aviation system is among the most developed in the world and the airports have connections to most of the big international airports in the world. You can fly to capitals like Amsterdam, Berlin and Stockholm in an hour, and, in less than two hours, all the way to Paris, London, Dublin and Prague, to mention a few.

Learning Danish

You do not have to speak Danish to study in Denmark, but understanding the local language might enrich your stay here.

Post offices

The opening hours of post offices can vary greatly from region to region, and even from district to district within cities and larger towns. As a guide, post offices are generally open Monday to Friday from 9.00/10.00 a.m. to 5.00/6.00 p.m. Some post offices are closed on Saturdays. Opening hours for those that are open are usually from 9.00/10.00 a.m. to 12.00/2.00 p.m. Some post offices are located within shops but you will always find the authorised post office sign on the front of the building.

Don’t leave home without A check up at the Dentist, it is very expensive in Denmark Google translate app

Passport photographs (you’ll need when applying for residence and they are expensive in DK)

Gloves hat, scarf (winter)

This helpful Student Guide

Flip flops, shades (summer)

A sense of adventure

Rainclothes (x2), even if the sky is blue – you would not believe! Bicycling skills

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You Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need to bring:

Kitchen utensils, bed sheets, duvet depending on where you go. Read what is provided when you opt for university accommodation in each campus city here:

www.sdu.dk/en

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Public holidays

January 1st > New Year’s Day (nytårsdag). Thursday before Easter Sunday > Maundy Thursday (skærtorsdag). Friday before Easter Sunday > Good Friday (langfredag). Monday after Easter Sunday > Second Day of Easter (2. påskedag). Fourth Friday after Easter > Prayer Day (Store Bededag). 40 days after Easter Sunday > Ascension Day (Kristi Himmelfartsdag). Monday after Whitsunday > Second day of Whitsun (2. pinsedag). June 5th > Constitution day (grundlovsdag). December 24th-26th > Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day (Juleaften, 1. og 2. juledag).

Residence and work permit

Any student studying for more than three months in Denmark must apply for a residence permit. Special rules apply to Nordic citizens. If you are a citizen of the EU or the EEA countries, you must apply for your residence certificate once you have arrived in Denmark. If you hold a non-EU/EEA citizenship, you must apply for residence permit through the Danish Embassy or Consulate in your country before you go to Denmark. You must apply at least three months before the semester starts to get your residence permit in time. For more information visit: www.newtodenmark.dk

Smoking and smoking restrictions

Smoking is banned in all indoor public places (except some bars), making it illegal to smoke in virtually all enclosed and substantially enclosed public places and workplaces. Anyone who wants to smoke during study or work hours has to go outside.

Shopping

Suggested shopping facilities for daily needs (foods, etc.) are: Bilka, Brugsen, Kvickly and Føtex.

Lowprice supermarkets are: Fakta, Netto, Aldi, KIWI, Lidl and Rema 1000. Department stores and supermarkets are usually open: Weekdays 09:00 - 19:00/20:00 Saturday 09:00 - 16:00 General opening hours for specialty shops are: Weekdays 10:00 - 17:30 Saturday 10:00 - 13:00 On the first Saturday of each month many shops are open until 16:00 or 17:00. Most shops are closed on Sundays. However, many kiosks and gas stations are open outside normal opening hours and they may sell quite a considerable range of groceries (milk, bread, cheese etc.).

Sport, music and leisure

Danes love sports. About three out of four children and young people and half of the adult population are engaged in sporting activities in their spare time. Denmark has the highest number of sport facilities per capita amongst the European countries. A lot of Danes join a sports club. The most popular activities are gymnastics, football, badminton, swimming and handball. Fitness, aerobics, roller-skating and jogging are other popular activities. Being a country surrounded by water – all places in Denmark are less than 50 kilometres from the sea – sports such as sailing, windsurfing, fishing and rowing are also popular. Considering the size of the country, Denmark has achieved outstanding results in sports internationally. Denmark won the European Championship in Football in 1992 and in handball, the women’s national team won the European Championship in 1996, the World Championship in 1997 and the Olympic Games in 1996, 2000 and 2004, and the men’s national team won the European Championship in 2008.

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The grading system IN DENMARK

The grading system used in all state-regulated education as from August 2007 is the 7-point grading scale. The grading scale is compatible with the ECTS-grading scale

Grade

Description

ECTS

or an excellent performance displaying a high level of command of all F aspects of the relevant material, with no or only a few minor weaknesses.

or a very good performance displaying a high level of command of F most aspects of the relevant material, with only minor weaknesses.

or a good performance displaying good command of the relevant F material but also some weaknesses.

or a fair performance displaying some command of the relevant F material but also some major weaknesses.

For a performance meeting only the minimum requirements for acceptance.

or a performance which does not meet the F minimum requirements for acceptance.

-3

For a performance which is unacceptable in all respects.

Apart from the 7-point grading scale, pass/fail assessment may also be used. 02 is the minimum grade for passing an exam. The studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s performance must be assessed according to academic targets set for the specific subject or course (absolute grading method). The relative grading method cannot be used.

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Denmark is densely populated and the land is cultivated, so the natural resorts consist of small reservations – woods, plantations, beaches etc. It is quite common for Danes to go for a walk or ride their bikes on Sundays, perhaps bringing a “madpakke” (packed lunch) with them. Almost all Danes have a bike, many use it daily and there are special paths for cyclists in many towns. Denmark is known for its many music festivals. During the summer there is a comprehensive and international programme of rock, folk and jazz music to choose from. The most famous festivals are the Roskilde Festival, the Folk Festival in Tønder and the Copenhagen Jazz Festival. The Roskilde Festival is one of the largest and most trend-setting events on the European rock scene.

Time zone

Student discounts

Tip is already included in the bill, so in Denmark leaving a tip is not required or expected at restaurants, in hotels, or when taking a taxi, but of course it is always appreciated. There are no set percentages though, for instance like in the U.S. If you decide to leave a tip, you would normally just round up the total. For example if the total is DKK 152 - you could round up to DKK 160.

With your student card in hand, it is possible to get student discounts at a few places in town. Various fitness centres may offer discounts. Ask around. The University book shop gives 10% discount on books. As student discounts are often not listed, it is a good idea to ask whether a store or museum gives student discounts. See “Train,” and “Happy Hour” section for more discounts.

TelePhone

Telephone calls to foreign countries: dial 00 + country code + subscriber’s number, omitting initial 0 (when calling Italy do not omit initial 0), if any. Country codes and instructions for using the telephone can be found on the first pages of the telephone directory. The country code for Denmark is 45. If you join ESN they will give you a Danish simcard when you arrive.

Denmark operates on Central European Time - 1 hour ahead of Greenwich Mean Time, 6 hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time and 9 hours ahead of Pacific Standard Time. From the last Sunday in March to the last Sunday in October, Denmark is on summer time, which means putting the clocks one hour forward.

Trains and student discount

The train service in Denmark is the safest and one of the best in Europe. When registered as a student. You can get a discount card for the train service. This gives you 50% off tickets everyday except Friday and Sundays when you get 25% off. Get your “Wild Card” at DSB.dk

Tips

Vaccinations

At present, no vaccinations, health certificates or the like are required when entering Denmark from another country.

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SDU International DO YOU NEED HELP?

At SDU International, you can get help with practical matters. SDU International is engaged in sending and receiving students. At present the University cooperates with more than 500 universities within various Nordic and EU programmes (Nordplus and Erasmus) as well as other bilateral agreements.

INTSTUDENT@SDU.DK (Full degree students) INT@SDU.DK (Exchange students)

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Useful

DANISH PHRASES

Må jeg be’ om to øl Can I have two beers

Hvor meget er dette? How much is this

Skål Cheers

Hvor er du fra? Where are you from

Hjælp Help Hej Hello

Farvel Goodbye

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Tak Thank you Undskyld Sorry

Hvordan har du det? How are you Fint tak Fine thanks MĂĽske Maybe Det ved jeg ikke I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know Taler du engelsk Do you speak English

Ja Yes Nej No

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Accomodation

GUARANTEED ACCOMMODATION Finding a place to live often takes time, so we advise you to apply for accommodation when you apply to become a student at the University of Southern Denmark. In that case we will assist you in finding a place to live. There are several accommodation options: - Room in a hall of residence (Kollegium), price: 260-400 euro per month. - Privately rented room in a house or a flat, price: 250-500 euro per month. - Privately rented flat - either alone or shared with other students, prices vary considerably Please note that accommodation policy is different for each campus. Read the details on our webpage: bit.ly/1GHhhTK.

Campus Odense

International students get a room in student halls or in private rooms. Note that all student halls are off campus. The rooms vary in size and are typically between 10-16 m2.

Campus Sønderborg

Rooms from 16m². The rooms have a separate shower and lavatory as well as a freezer/ refrigerator. Some have a shared kitchen with

a locker for each room. (18 rooms for each kitchen) others have a separate kitchen.

Campus Kolding

In Kolding there are no student halls. Instead, for our International students you will have either one room student studios with your own kitchen, toilet and bathroom, flats to be shared by two to three students, or a separate room with your own bathroom where the kitchen will be shared with 4 other students.

Campus Slagelse

We have two kinds of student flats, one- and two-room-flats. The one-room-flats have 24 m2, while the two-room-flats have 39 m2. The rooms have a shower and toilet as well as a fully equipped kitchen.

Campus Esbjerg

International students get a room in student halls or in private rooms.

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Part time

STUDENT JOBS Many students in Denmark hold a part-time job. As an international student in Denmark you too will have the right to work while you live here. You will also have the opportunity to seek full-time employment when you have completed your studies

The rules

15 hours per week and full time during the summer months i.e. June, July and August. If you work more and you get caught, your residence permit will be withdrawn. Min wage is about 100 DKK (13.5€) You should get a contract. Check: workindenmark.dk.

Where do International (non-Danish speakers) students work?

Cafés, bars or restaurants Hotels Newspaper delivery Cleaning jobs. The word for a cleaning company in Danish is “Rengøringsfirma”. You may find something there. Greenhouses. Look up the word “Gartneri” Learn Danish to have endless possibilities.

Danish jobportals in English language

workindenmark.dk (official government website for international recruitment) www.jobindex.dk/cgi/user/english.cgi www.stepstone.dk/en www.graduateland.com www.randstad.dk it-jobbank.dk (IT-jobs) www.adecco.dk (temporary positions) jobbank.dk

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“There are jobs out there, it’s just difficult to get them! Get in there, be persistent, and you will find something eventually... hopefully!” Daragh from Ireland

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After graduation WORK IN DENMARK

There are numerous reasons to work in Denmark. Foreign national workers in Denmark routinely cite many of these benefits:

- Denmark ranks top in the world work-life balance surveys. - A welfare state: Taxes pay for child care, education, access to doctors and hospitals, elderly care etc. - High quality of life: Foreign national workers express a high level of satisfaction with leisure and cultural opportunities in Denmark - Danish business culture: A horizontal structure and open dialogue between management and employees is characteristic in the workplace. Most workplaces regularly offer continuing education to their employees.

Work after graduation

Denmark offers a wide variety of possibilities for working after graduation. Whether you are strictly focused on advancing your career or want to find the right balance between work and life, the Danish jobmarket will have opportunities for you.

Residence and Work Permit

1. Nordic citizens Citizens of Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden are free to enter, reside, study and work in Denmark. They do not need a visa, residence or work permit. 2. EU/EEA or Swiss citizens Citizens of an EU country, an EEA country or Switzerland must apply for a certificate of registration at the Regional State Administration. 3. Non EU/EEA citizens Non EU/EEA citizens must apply for a Work and residence permit at the Danish Agency for Labour Market and Recruitment, Danish Embassy or Consulate in your country before you come to Denmark.. Read more here: bit.ly/1LmduhY

Fun Fact

Arbejdsglaede means “Work Happiness.” This is a very important aspect of work in Denmark.

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University

OF SOUTHERN DENMARK

The University of Southern Denmark is a modern institution offering education and research at the highest level. Every day more than 2,000 researchers and 30,000 students build on the universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reputation as a centre of academic excellence

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“I was greeted at the train station and brought to my apartment. That was an awesome introduction!“ – Derek from Canada

your teachers and fellow students.

At the multi-campus university you choose which location suits you best. The largest campus is located in Odense. The remaining four campuses lie in Kolding, Esbjerg, Sønderborg and Slagelse. The University of Southern Denmark (SDU) has over 27,000 students across its five campuses. With over 5400 of these students coming from outside Denmark, there is a rich and vibrant international environment. Research, teaching, communication and the transfer of knowledge at the University of Southern Denmark are grouped into five academic faculties: Science, Engineering, Business and Social Science, Health and Humanities. With over 70 full-time study programmes taught in English, graduates of the University of Southern Denmark are now members of virtually every profession in the international community. More than 500 exchange agreement with partner institutions around the world, means that we are truly a global university.

Benefit from a global approach

Independent learning

The University is committed to thinking and acting internationally – at all levels. We have strong ties with business, both locally and globally. This opens doors for many of our graduates.

Work together

Group work is a component of many study programmes and valuable training for the workplace. By improving your communication in multicultural and multidisciplinary settings, you will develop key skills for your future career. You are encouraged to think independentlyand class sizes are normally small, enabling you to participate with ideas and discuss issues with

Equip yourself

You have high-tech facilities and the University’s international network of businesses, institutions and researchers at your disposal. Whether you want to gain work experience or conduct research, the University can help you get in touch with the right people.

Enjoy support

Our study programmes encourage students to take on an active role in their education. Under guidance from a supervisor, students choose their project work topic and decide how to explore the subject. Project work allows students to develop strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Students also learn how to search and process information. Normally conducted in small groups, project work offers students valuable experience in teamwork, communication and project planning. These skills are highly valued in today’s workplace, where small teams are often required to work together to complete specific tasks.

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SDU RANKS 34TH IN PERFORMANCE IN THE QS LIST OF UNIVERSITIES UNDER 50 YEARS OLD. Published annually, the QS Top 50 Under 50 highlights the world’s top 50 universities established within the last 50 years, based on the highestperforming young institutions in the QS World University Rankings®. The idea is to shine a spotlight on universities making an impact at international level in a relatively short space of time, having rapidly established strong global reputations, research impact and internationally diverse academic communities.

Get accredited

Course workload is measured according to the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS), which ensures that your education is more easily recognised across Europe. One semester equals 30 ECTS credits. Master courses often count as 10-15 ECTS credits, i.e. a third to a half of one semester.

Enjoy quality in education

World class resources and dynamic teaching at the University of Southern Denmark enable you to get the best out of your studies abroad. Whether you are learning a new language or researching in science, the University puts the tools you need at your disposal.

Challenge yourself

By getting involved in the University of Southern Den- mark’s many extracurricular activities, you will enrich your experience abroad, settle in quickly and make friendships that last a lifetime.

First-class resources

E-learning and state-of-the-art laboratories offer you a vibrant learning environment where innovation and tradition go hand in hand.

Extensive contacts

Researchers and students work directly with industry and business thanks to the University’s extensive regional, national and international networks.

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”You may have been told that danes are reserved. If so, you will probably be surprised at the informal tone that is so natural for Danes, even in educational situations”

Contribute to world class research

Research is about making a difference to the world. As an international student, you have the opportunity to engage in research at a high academic level with first-class resources at your disposal. The University of Southern Denmark’s reputation is built on expertise in areas such as biotechnology, stem cell research, robotics, political science, management, literature and history. Discover how your research can make a difference.

Learn hands-on

Our high-tech laboratories enable you to put your knowledge to the test.

Work with the best

The University has several centres of excellence, chosen for pioneering research on a national and international platform.

New adventures

Foreign cultures, interaction with people that do not speak your language, soaking up new experiences in a different country, learning how to live with other persons in the same house, that is definitely a part of your new and adventurous life.

Join the Erasmus Student Network

Open to all international students, ESN offers activities several times a week, from sightseeing to skating. The club also pairs exchange students

up with Danish students, who meet you on arrival, take you to your accommodation and help arrange practicalities. Many international students stay friends with their Danish student buddy after their stay.

Cultural connections

The international café takes place every monday and is an opportunity for you to get a taste of food and culture from around the world.

Participate in clubs and societies

From badminton and swimming to cinema and literature, the University has an activity that suits you.

Experience student life

By living with other students, you are part of a lively community where local and international students socialise regularly.

World class learning environment

Academic activity in Denmark is a democratic dialogue between student and teacher, participating in a mutual exchange of knowledge and ideas. Contemporary teaching tools are used to offer a dynamic and world class learning environment that extends beyond the classroom.

Ask our international students

87 per cent described their entire stay as “very good” or “good”. 87 per cent described the University as “internationally orientated”. 78 per cent described the study environment as “good” or “very good”.

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The faculty of your choice Do you dream of white lab coats or old books? About saving lives or learning more about the world around you? Whatever sparks your interest, you will find the degree programme of your dreams at one of the University of Southern Denmarkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s five faculties. The Faculty of Engineering

The Faculty of Health Sciences

The Faculty of Business and Social Sciences

The Faculty of Science

If it is robots, screws and electronics that interest you, a degree programme at the Faculty of Engineering will be right up your street. And at the same time, you can raise your international profile with our state-of-the-art resources and strong global connections.

If the problems of the world and society around you are always on your mind, the Faculty of Business and Social Sciences can give you the education you need to construct a mature and up-to-date analysis of society. An extensive network of public and private institutions is directly based on research conducted at this faculty in business as well as social science.

The Faculty of Humanities

If you are into media, communication and language, you can combine new fields of research and traditional study programmes at the Faculty of Humanities. Academics around the world are impressed with the facultyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nterdisciplinary approach and progressive research.

If you dream of becoming more knowledgeable about the body and the prevention and treatments of diseases, you can gain practical and academic experience at the Faculty of Health Sciences, which works closely with Odense University Hospital, industry and experts worldwide. If you are interested in the origins of life, if you want to develop bio and nanotechnology, or like to learn about the natural world, from proteins to whales the facilities and leading international specialists are at the Faculty of Science to guide your curiosity.

Your choice

You can choose from many different courses taught in English at the University of Southern Denmark.

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Campus life IN FIVE CITIES

Make life at our campuses a great experience and engage yourself in a brand new world. We offer you five interesting campuses to choose from – all with a variety of programmes and courses.

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Odense Page 45 Esbjerg Page 71

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The city of festivals ODENSE

With some 200,000 inhabitants, Odense is the third largest city in Denmark. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name comes from Odin, chief of the ancient Viking gods. Odense was built around a sacred spot where Odin was worshipped more than 1000 years ago. A festival city

Odenseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s festival diary is an impressive list of national and international events that attract wellknown creative talents, artists and researchers of international standing to the city every year. They come to join the Film Festival, the Robot Festival, the Harbour Festival and the International Blues Festival.

A fairytale city

Odense is world-renown as the birthplace of Hans Christian Andersen. However it is also a modern town with a buzzing cultural and social science. With more than 30,000 students, the town has a lively and young atmosphere. The town lies in the centre of Denmark, serviced by two

international airports, easily reached in less than 90 minutes by train or car.

A green city

Even if you are right in the centre of Odense, you will never be more than a five-minute walk away from a green oasis. Odense has no end of beautiful parks and gardens where you can laze about and enjoy a picnic on a warm spring day with friends and fellow students.

Visit

www.museum.odense.dk www.visitodense.com

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Enjoy Odense

Odense lies on Funen (Fyn), which is Denmark’s second largest island. It is more fondly known as the Garden of Denmark due to its incredibly fertile soil for farming and many vegetable growers. That is also why Odense offers a variety of outdoor and indoor farmers markets that sell high-quality products from all over the island such as meat, cheese, eggs, fruits and vegetables.

Hans Christian Andersen

The Danish poet and author was born in Odense, where he grew up in poverty. He was born on April 2, 1805 and died on August 4, 1875. He died as one of Denmark’s most famous poets and authors. Today, he is one of the world’s most widely read authors. Internationally, Hans Christian Andersen is known for his fairytales, including The Ugly Duckling, The Nightingale, The Little Match Girl and The Little Mermaid.

Odense has an agreeable blend of both green spaces as well as bustling areas for shopping, coffee and hangouts. The endless summer days usually end up in the expansive park area where there is often music and “I really enjoy the BBQs to fill the night with friends. fact that Odense is

such a bike friendly city.

you can access If you want a more artistically everything with your advanced cultural experience, bike, any time“ Odense is home to a fascinating Quentin Anne de Molina, Belgium, Erasmus student, Engineering history as told by its assortment of statues and museums throughout the city. Changing exhibitions and activities will keep you busy throughout the year. Super league football

Odense’s local football team is called OB and plays at TRE-FOR Park. OB plays in Denmark’s top flight, where they are one of the leading teams, and over the years have had many memorable victories both nationally and internationally. Find out more about OB and the fixture list at www.ob.dk.

Odense Zoo

Roaring lions, fun sea lions, flocks of penguins, snakes in terrariums. Odense Zoo was voted the best in Europe 2014 in its category.

Classical music

The Odense Symphony Orchestra. From being a theatre orchestra that also played symphony music, The Odense Symphony Orchestra has gone on to become a dynamic and modern symphony orchestra. Most of the orchestra’s concerts are held in Carl Nielsen Salen, a concert hall with excellent acoustics and seating for 1,212 people.

The Odense River

The Odense River is the largest and longest watercourse on Funen. It is approximately 60 km long and runs through lots of lovely river valleys with flowering meadows and forests of reeds. You can travel right through the town in a canoe, rowing boat or kayak, enjoying the beauty of nature as you go.

Nightlife

If you like to party, Odense has ample opportunity! From beer-pong tournaments to pub-quizzes and karaoke. There are even bars where they serve free beer during happy hour. As much as you like!

Visit

www.ob.dk www.odensezoo.dk

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Campus ODENSE

The Campus in Odense is situated just fifteen minutes from the city centre by bicycle. Frequent bus services mean that you can travel easily throughout the town. The buildings are constantly redeveloped to complement the university’s growth. When you come to Odense, you will arrive at Campus Odense is the biggest teaching site with the campus square, where you will find the over 12,500 students within the five main areas of trendy Starbucks café, Studenterboghandlen Health Sciences, Natural Sciences, Engineering, (the university bookshop), and several peaceBusiness and Social Sciences and Humanities, ful reading rooms. offering over 50 basic courses and an even greater number of degree courses. Modern facilities Moving further down along Gydehutten, the in the form of reading rooms, laboratories, an main corridor on campus, you will see seating indoor swimming pool, computer rooms, lecand open areas, the University canteen, relaxture theatres, Friday bar, cafés, libraries, meetation areas, footbridges and narrow passages. ing places and cosy corners help to make your You can read undisturbed in the study zones in life at Campus Odense a happy experience. But a peaceful area. Some way down campus life is more than facilities, Gydehutten you will find the and you will find yourself embarknewly refurbished Syddansk Uniing on a life where a whole new versitets-bibliotek (SDU univerworld of knowledge and pursuit of “I am very happy sity library) where you will find knowledge opens up before you. to be here. In fact, textbooks and journals galore.

Wide horizons

I regret not making this decision earlier”

And open minds... Campus Student life Kostas from Greece Odense has a high level of proCampus Odense offers a varied fessionalism and a vibrant study study life with opportunities for environment. Almost all students are gathered masses of social and study-related experiencunder one roof, and this means that you will es. If, for example, you want to see some qualmeet lots of different students from various ity films in the university’s own cinema, you courses every day. You will be able to socialise can join Filmklubben (the university film club). and extend both your knowledge and your cirClub members watch a selected new film every cle of friends. week free of charge.

Visit

www.studenterhus.dk www.visitdenmark.dk

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Student Life The Erasmus Student Network (ESN) is the biggest student associations in Europe. ESN is not just for European students, but for all International Students. The main branch of ESN in Denmark is located on our main campus in Odense. It is run by both local and international student volunteers who work to enrich the exchange student experience by: - Organising events, trips and activities for students. – this includes many parties throughout the year, discounted trips to neighbouring cities, and the legendary Viking sea battle, where over 2000 students are on a cruise ship in the Baltic Sea. - The Buddy program – experienced SDU students are matched with incoming students, to hand over accommodation keys, help them get settled in, and to show where all the best bars in town are. - Promoting mobility and cultural exchange among local students. - Involving international students in the local community by organising charitable, environmental and educational activities.

Student life can include politics

There are party-political associations such as Social Democratic Students and Conservative Students at the University of Southern Denmark.

Professional and social networks

You can also join social networks together

with other young people, for example Rotaract which is independent with no political, religious or financial interests. If you like Icelandic sagas, Finnish saunas, new Swedish rock or the mountains of northern Norway, the Association of Nordic Youth may be for you. The association works to promote language and cultural understanding across borders.

Sports

Most sports are catered for in Odense, and you can join many clubs through the university. Along with the swimming pool, playing fields and sports halls, 2014 introduced a new running track and a gym to the Odense campus.

Parties

Every Friday the on Campus “Friday Bar” opens its doors at around 2 O’clock. The staff are volunteer students and there can be live music or events throughout the semester. The biggest party of the year is the Semesterstartfest. This is where the entire university turns into a nightclub to welcome the new semester. Over 3000 students attend and many of the top music artists in Denmark turn up to make it a night to remember.

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Visit

www.visitsonderborg.com www.sonderborg.dk

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Truly international SØNDERBORG

Sønderborg is located on the island of Als in the southeast corner of Jutland, close to the German border. Sønderborg is ideally situated between Hamburg and major centres of Denmark. The large number of students living in Sønderborg lends the town a lively social life. Als and the area surrounding Sønderborg are home to around 300 small- or medium-sized industrial companies, many of which specialise in electronic, mechatronic and communication equipment. Denmark’s largest industrial company, Danfoss Corporation, which employs over 10,000 people, has its headquarters just a few kilometres north of Sønderborg.

Alsion

The university and cultural complex – Alsion – is an architectural marvel situated at the harbour. Alsion is a magnet for audiences seeking an experience out of the ordinary. The concert

hall forms the venue for activities ranging from classical concerts to avantgarde music and rock. Due to its flexibility, lectures, conferences, fashion shows, opera, theatre and other cultural events are staged here. The municipality of Sønderborg has approximately 80,000 inhabitants and is keen to facilitate student life.

Culture life

Sønderborg boasts numerous cosy cafés with live music and a vibrant nightlife. The city’s shops range from department stores to small, fascinating speciality shops. City life is diverse and cultural with a symphony orchestra, a theatre, cinema, musical festivals, and an arts centre devoted to art and culture.

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Lots of activities

No matter what leisure activities you prefer, you are almost guaranteed to find a sports or activity club to suit your needs. From parachuting to soccer, athletics, fishing, rowing, sailing, surfing, riding, handball, hunting, and golf of course. Nearby, you will find Danfoss Universe, a science and experience park full of exciting technology and funfilled activities.

Go sailing

Oxbridge on Alssund is a competition between students from the Sønderborg region, Kiel and Flensburg University. This spectacular sailing event takes place in 28-foot match race boats on Alssund in front of the new Alsion complex. This event is easy to follow from convenient vantage points on the shoreline close to the sailing course.

Lots of beaches

Here you are surrounded by forest, fjords, coves and beaches – and Danish history is found everywhere. Not many places in Denmark are as rich in history as this small geographical area. Sønderborg Castle, Dybbøl Mill and the Battlefield History Centre are examples of some of the many centres of interest in the area.

Lots of innovative companies

Today a thriving, innovative business community bears witness to a visionary and innovative environment where several local companies have global market dominance in their fields.

Go taste

You have not experienced Sønderborg unless you have tried the following: • Sønderjysk kaffebord (Coffee with 10-15 different cakes) • Sønderjysk spegepølse (Salamis of high quality and taste) • Kålpølse med grønlangkål (Tasty sausage with stewed kale) • Ringrider (The famous festival sausage) • Solæg (Sun egg – a very special “Pick-me-up”) • Gråsten æbler (Gravenstein apples named after Gråsten Castle) • Honningkage (Ginger bread)

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Visit

www.museum-sonderjylland.com www.discover-sonderborg.dk

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Campus

SØNDERBORG The visionary architectural complex is beautifully situated overlooking Alssund, the inlet that separates Sønderborg from the mainland. Alsion is home to the University of Southern Denmark as well as a symphony concert hall and a research park. An extensive range of advanced international study programmes is offered at Alsion. The campus is home to some 1,000 students and offers an international study environment, as the only teaching language is English. Many international students choose to study at the University in Sønderborg, and the University’s link with Flensburg University in Germany means that many students divide their study between Denmark and Germany. Danish and foreign students, lecturers and researchers are able to realise their dreams in an exceptionally unique architectural framework. The university provides state-of-the-art laboratory and teaching facilities ensuring optimum conditions for researchers and engineering students. At the same time, the research park provides a particularly innovative

and international research environment with strong focus Useful on close cooperaknowledge tion and interacMany cafés offer 10-15% tion with the busidiscounts to students. ness community. Just show your student ID card. Sønderborg has 700 square metres of stateof-the-art clean room facilities. The Bitten & Mads Clausen Foundation associated with Danfoss donated more than 3 million Euros for the design and layout in order to promote high-tech research in microelectronics and nanotechnology. You can always relax at the Campus Bar Cafe, where fun events are organised every Friday.

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Visit

www.visitsydvestsjaelland.dk www.dit-slagelse.dk

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Historic and forever young SLAGELSE

Slagelse has around 32,000 inhabitants and is West Zealand’s largest shopping town with cosy and attractive squares and a lively café life. Copenhagen and Odense are within easy reach as there is excellent public transport (train and bus services) and the motorway is just outside town.

The Viking Age

Slagelse is one of Denmark’s oldest towns, founded in the Viking Age with the Trelleborg ring fortress. A site that has at times been compared to Stonehenge with its mysterious construction and conspicuous location. Compared to other sacred Viking locations, King Harald Bluetooth’s impressive ring fortress from the late 900s is the best preserved of its kind.

Culture and Sport

The town is well-known for its many leisure time and sports activities. Within the field of sports, both the elite and the general public are well taken care of. Slagelse is especially renowned for its handball, badminton, hockey, gymnastics and golf teams and attracts big names from across the different sporting disciplines. The town is also home to the Slagelse Gladiators which is a decent Danish American Football team.

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The Number 1 commercial centre of West Zealand, with its many markets, squares and an exciting an active town life, which provides the perfect setting for many hours of varied shopping. You can take a break in one of the cafés or explore an active cultural life with Slagelse Theatre, Denmark’s largest amateur theatre “Krabasken” and Slagelse Music Hall. Slagelse is located close to the Great Belt Bridge, is today a modern royal borough with shopping centres, charming squares, elegant streets and lively cafés. Once a week the hussars of the Household Cavalry ride through the streets of Slagelse. The beautiful neighbouring countryside offers golf courses, the Great Belt’s fabulous coastline with breathtaking beaches and wonderful opportunities for fishing. There is also a ferry service to the islands of Agersø and Omø.

Nice beaches

Southwest Zealand and the Great Belt Coast have 186 kilometres of beautiful coastline and lots of delightful beaches. The beaches provide plenty of opportunity for swimming and are ideal for windsurfers and anglers. Many beaches are student hangouts in the summertime.

H.C. Andersen was here

Hans Christian Andersen attended the ‘Latin School’ in Slagelse and the town remains an important seat of learning to this day.

Go taste:

You have not experienced Slagelse unless you have tried the following: • Tebirkes (sweet buns, served with butter) • Jordbærvin (strawberry wine) • Håndlavet øl (try the beers from the manymicrobreweries in the area) • Økologisk kød (organic meat) • Håndlavede bolscher (handmade boiled sweets) • Lammefjordsgulerødder (crispy, delicious carrots)

Visit Vikings

Just west of Slagelse is one of Denmark’s most important and beautifully situated monuments from the Viking Age, the Viking fortress Trelleborg. An exciting and out-of-the-ordinary experience.

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Useful knowledge

Many cafĂŠs offer 10-15% discounts to students. Just show your student ID card.

Visit

www.visitsydvestsjaelland.dk www.dit-slagelse.dk

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Campus SLAGELSE

Campus Slagelse is characterised by the close relations between the individual study environments, teachers and programme administration as well as the close and fruitful cooperation with local businesses and organisations. The recently renovated campus shines as an achievement of an elegant blending of urban space with an educational institution. Campus Slagelse strives to cultivate an environment of connections with its many activities that bridge between the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s students, citizens, researchers, entrepreneurs and business community. Several programmes offer good opportunities for putting together your own educational profile, partly through your choice of electives and

partly through your study-related contacts to the business community. Research and education at Campus Slagelse are organised by the Department of Leadership and Strategy under the Faculty of Business and Social Sciences and a modern languages communication studies environment which is part of the Department of Language and Communication under the Faculty of Humanities. Focus areas are Change Management, Strategic Leadership and Communication and Knowledge.

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Visit

wwww.visitkolding.dk www.visitdenmark.dk

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Town of opportunities KOLDING

Kolding is one of Denmark’s friendliest towns – a large city and small village rolled into one. The municipality of Kolding has more than 86,000 inhabitants, centrally placed in relation to the rest of Denmark and Europe. Kolding is a university town and a commercial centre, with easy access via the motorway, buses and train services. And Billund International Airport is only half an hour’s drive away from Kolding. The town is well-known for its dramatic history, its beautiful countryside, its rich and varied cultural life, as well as its thriving business sector.

In Kolding, there is something for everyone. If you are looking for culture, art and new experiences, visit Koldinghus Castle or Trapholt museum, but if rural surroundings are more for you, the town is situated in some of the most wonderful countryside – close to water, woods and beaches.

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An atmosphere of past and future Koldinghus Castle forms a unique backdrop for the pedestrian streets that twist and turn through the central town. In between shops, you will find small peaceful oases of historical places, which offer rich and lively stories.

The Nicolai Block

Music and events

Kolding is known for annual events like the Culture Night, the Art Days, the Cartoon Festival and the Open Air Opera Festival at Skamlingsbanken. The music venues in the town present a wide variety of arrangements with national and international artists. Various clubs arrange large concerts and festivals.

Kolding’s new culture block is established in one of Denmark’s largest historical school Go taste complexes. You have not experienced Kolding unless you Nicolai contains a cinema, a café, an archive have tried the following: on local history, and a children’s venue culture • Ingefærbrød (ginger bread) house with an adventure universe • Slotsøl (beer from the local brewery for children aged 2-12 years. The in Kolding) Nicolai Theatre is a regular venue for a number of orchestras and “In Kolding you Beaches for orchestra and choir rehears- will find many small The bathing beaches in the Koldals. Nicolai Arts & Design houses peaceful Oases and ing area lie directly in the magnifprofessional artists and designers historical places” icent setting of the Little Belt. with workshops and exhibition The beaches have white sand, facilities. shallow water and many different possibilities. Some beaches have a natural Trapholt and Koldinghus playground, some have beach volley courts. Art, applied art, design and architecture have a Some have bathing jetties, others have camp long tradition in Kolding. sites. Some have kiosk and toilet facilities, oth The creative environment spills over into ers are undisturbed beaches. the cultural events in the area. Creating art has a high profile – not in the least by virtue of the Godset – Kolding’s Music Hall museums at Koldinghus and Trapholt. Trapwww.godset.net holt is the only museum in Denmark where The music hall was exquisitely built according there is modern art, applied art, design and to advanced standards and is rated one of the furniture design. Dating back five centuries best music halls in Denmark by the musicians Koldinghus is made up of impressive, weaththemselves. The focus is on rhythm music, but er-beaten buildings housing a great hall, casthe house is also used for theatre, lectures etc. tle chapel, library hall and a gloomy dungeon. From the top of the Giant Tower there is a magnificent view over the town of Kolding and the Castle Lake.

Useful knowledge

Many cafĂŠs offer 10-15% discounts to students. Just show your student ID card.

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Campus KOLDING

The brand new campus opened september 2014. The University of Southern Denmark in Kolding is a fantastic piece of modern architecture. It is situated near the city centre. The atmosphere is intimate, and it is practically impossible to get lost in the crowd. Every student knows every other student.

Nevertheless, it is the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s biggest educational institution, with around 2,000 students receiving educations within the two main areas of Business and Social Sciences and Humanities. University of Southern Denmark Kolding is characterised by a close cooperation across academic settings and a strong collaboration with business and industry. The university assigns a high priority to the opportunity for the students to compose their individual education profile. Main areas of study are Entrepreneurship, Communication, and Design, Culture and Language.

Social life

The Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s playground is called CafĂŠ U-boat, and it is open every Friday until the final guests go home. The U-boat is the meeting place on campus and is available for a number of functions such as football nights. At Studenterhuset Klostergaarden students from any higher education in Kolding gather to talk, listen to music and have fun.

Student politics

The Kolding Student Council is a non-political student organisation for all students at the University of Southern Denmark in Kolding, where you will have an opportunity to influence the study environment, and all initiatives are received in a constructive manner. You will find that your fellow students are happy to join in the student social activities.

The Building

Students are greeted with a sprawling atrium space, warmed by the wooden materials and color throughout. Students can meet their friends or teachers in this informal area. Going up the staircase will greet you with big cosy sofa pods for either reading or chilling with friends. Not to mention the fresh air on the green terraces and the clean modern feel of the glass meeting rooms. This dynamic building is a signature statement for the interplay of creativity and learning. Architecture, art, education and creativity all merge to form an incredibly vibrant energetic campus that promotes discovery and thinking out of the box.

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The City by the Sea ESBJERG

Esbjerg is Denmark’s youngest big city with 115,000 inhabitants (Esbjerg municipality). Esbjerg is the place where unique nature experiences are combined with the pulsating life of the city and great sights and attractions. All year round there are a wide variety of things on offer, with plenty of activities, get-togethers and exhibitions at both Tobakken and the large stage of the Performing Arts Centre, which was designed by Danish architect Jørn Utzon, who is world-famous for designing the Sydney Opera House. Tobakken is a music venue and activity centre that comprises four units stage, workshops, café and meeting rooms. There are about 200 events a year at Tobakken in total.

In Esbjerg’s backyard is the world UNESCO site The Wadden Sea National Park, this is among the most valuable wetland areas in the world and of crucial importance for breeding birds, fish, marine mammals and plant life. Bike paths curve around the seafront and into parks. The oldest city in all of Scandinavia, Ribe lies only 30 minutes from Esbjerg and was voted “Europe’s Best Big Time Small Destination” in 2014.

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Festivals

Esbjerg offers a Festival Week, a chamber music festival and a number of Open-air Music Festivals with top Danish and international names. Sandwiched between such major events you will find a number of small, intimate musical venues where all types of music are on offer – everything from blues and rock & roll to musical treasures that range from the galley-like popular folk music of the pubs, traditional jazz, modern jazz and funk to open promenade concerts, market square concerts and summer entertainment on the open-air stage of the City Park.

Man meets the sea

Visitors arriving in Esbjerg from the sea are greeted by Svend Wiig Hansen’s monumental sculpture “Man meets the Sea”. Because of its size (it is nine metres tall) the sculpture has become a landmark for Esbjerg. In clear weather the four bodies, sitting there like unfurled sails, can be seen 10 kilometres away. Many students hang out at Hjerting Beach in the summertime.

The harbour – a special experience

You can experience Esbjerg Harbour for yourself around the clock, all year round. Here all the “disciplines” constituting a major modern harbour are mastered e.g. shipment of wind mills, offshore activities as repair of offshore rigs and platforms. Visit Dock 2, which has a marina, restaurant, museum lighthouse ship and friendly cruises on board the cutters. Take the ferry to Fanø which is a small island in the North Sea for sandy beaches, the National Park and great experiences out in the countryside. In the summer there are boat trips from the harbour in Esbjerg.

International taste

Esbjerg has an attractive town centre with Torvegade and Kongensgade, which is Denmark’s

longest pedestrian street. In the centre you will find an abundance of restaurants with Greek, Italian, Chinese, Indian, Argentine, Turkish and French dishes. The many large and small restaurants can cater to every gastronomic wish – and wallet. Traditional Danish cooking is of course also on the menu – hot or cold. Try, for example, the world-famous open sandwiches (smørrebrød), a delicious fish dish, a slice of smoked Hjerting Salmon, or “bakskuld”, a salted, smoked dab with the skin removed, fried in butter – a local delicacy not to be missed!

Young and international

The beautiful concert hall of the West Jutland Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts, housed in a former turbine hall, eloquently expresses a concert life and a level of ambition that embrace both classical and modern art. Famous names from home and abroad appear often and gladly make use of the “live” city’s facilities, which can match the best international standards.

Sports life

Swimming Stadium Denmark has the country’s finest water park and a 50 metre-long and 25 metre-wide competition pool. Just a stone’s throw away you’ll find the athletics stadium and the city’s football stadium, where EfB plays premier league football. The Stadium Centre is also beautifully located in Esbjerg Sports Park, which is also home to two skating rinks, where there is plenty of room for both the elegant skating princesses and the tough guys of the ice hockey league. There is also a curling centre, tennis courts, badminton hall and cricket pitch. Wind and kite surfing is possible at the beach in Hjerting. In September SDU and Aalborg University arrange a Sport Day with competitions and music. Every summer in July there is Fanø Cup (football turnament) and Grøn Koncert.

Visit

www.visitesbjerg.dk www.efb.dk www.studiebyenesbjerg.dk

Student hangouts Huset Esbjerg

www.husetesbjerg.dk

Industrien

www.cafeindustrien.dk CafĂŠ, bar, live music.

Stalden pool og sportsbar

Old Irish Bar

www.stalden-esbjerg.dk

Irish pub with live music and dancing.

Dronning Louise

Underground pub

www.dr-louise.dk

This cosy pub and restaurant is located in a base-ment and offers free live music three times a week.

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Campus ESBJERG

Campus Esbjerg is situated ten minutes from the city centre by bicycle. The modern buildings provide for about 1300 students within public health, environmental and resource management, sports and event management, business economics and cultural sociology courses. Campus Esbjerg offers highly specialised research environments, inspiring places to connect, and a fine atmosphere for learning. There is space here for differences spanning disciplines, interests and backgrounds to come together, and new thinking, ideas and interplay to emerge. At Campus Esbjerg, you are not merely a number in the sequence. Everybody knows you, and we are all on friendly terms. You will therefore quickly come to know your fellow students and lecturers. You can meet other students in our “Beach Bar”, the popular Thursday bar. The activity room next to the bar offers table tennis, pool and video game consoles and table football.

You have influence on the study environment, and all initiatives are received in a positive way. You will find that your fellow students are happy to join in student social activities. The Student Council is your voice on campus. The council deals with all matters of educational policy, has a tutoring scheme, and arranges various courses. The Students’ Sports Club offers football, hockey (floorball), basketball, badminton and table tennis. SDU sport in Esbjerg offers different sport activities see www.sduidræt.dk/Esbjerg

Campus life There is an intimate study environment, which is to create the context for an optimal contact between teachers and students. The lectures take place in small groups, making it easier to ask questions. You come quickly in close contact with fellow students and find it easy to find older students to share and discuss new impressions. Although SDU Esbjerg is a small campus, it is a highly professional environment, and the facilities are excellent. At the University of Southern Denmark in Esbjerg, there are specific and unique opportunities to combine the theoretical knowledge with the practical uses in the business community that cooperates closely with SDU.

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Information for

FULL DEGREE STUDENTS Degree student

A student who is enrolled to take an entire degree at the University of Southern Denmark.

Study possibilities

You can study one of more than 60 entire degrees offered in English. You can study abroad - see page 80.

Academic system

Bachelor level = undergraduate (3 years or 3.5 years) = 180 or 210 ECTS credits. Master level = graduate (2 years) = 120 ECTS credits on top of the 180/210 ECTS credits from the bachelor level. ECTS = European Credit Transfer System.

Academic calendar

Autumn semester: Classes start September 1 and run to mid December. Exams take place in December and/or January. Spring semester: Classes start February 1 and run to mid May. Exams take place in June. Note that some studies work on a quarter basis. For more information visit www.sdu.dk/international-office

Arrival

You must arrive in time for our orientation day(s) which takes place a few days before the semester starts. In rare circumstances late

arrivals can be accepted upon request.

Orientation day

A few days before classes start in August/ January, each campus has an orientation programme for new international students.

ECTS credits

Language requirements

A good standard of English is required because teaching at the University typically involves student participation, class discussions and student presentations. A minimum IELTS score of 6.5 or a TOEFL score of 575/230/88 is required. If you, as an EU/EEA citizen, can document this level of English by way of secondary school diploma, a TOEFL or an IELTS test is not required (with a few exceptions).

Danish language courses

You can sign up for free Danish language courses at language schools in town. These take place during the semester.

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Curriculum

Note that you have a fixed curriculum which you must follow to obtain your degree.

Admission requirements

You must meet the entry requirements for the programme you wish to be admitted to. You must meet the application deadline and enclose all relevant documents. Some degrees require GRE tests.

Tuition

If you are from a non-EU/EEA country, you pay the tuition fee. For details, see the specific Study programme webpage or go to page 249

Accommodation

You have the possibility of applying for student accommodation through the university.

Contact Tel: +45 6550 1050 Fax +45 6615 7500 Email: intstudent@sdu.dk www.sdu.dk/en

The process of becoming a Degree student Autumn/spring

1) You submit your application with required enclosures to the University of Southern Denmark. 2) Your application is assessed. You receive a letter of acceptance or rejection around eight weeks after the application deadline. An admission package is enclosed with successful applications.

June/December

3) You confirm your study place. If you are from a non-EU/EEA country, you pay the tuition.

July-August/ December-January

4) You receive information on accommodation in July/ December, or at the beginning of August/January. 5) E nd of August/January, each campus has an orientation programme for all new students.

September/ February

6) The semester and classes start September 1/February 1.

Application deadlines

All Bachelor degrees: March 15. Master degrees - autumn enrolment February 1: Non-EU/EEA citizens April 1: EU/EEA and Swiss citizens and non-EU/EEA citizens with residence permit in Denmark Master degrees - spring enrolment (Not all programmes have spring enrolment) August 1: Non-EU/EEA citizens November 1: EU/EEA and Swiss citizens and non-EU/EEA citizens with residence permit in Denmark

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Information for

EXCHANGE STUDENTS Exchange student

A student sent from a partner institution who studies one or two semesters at the University of Southern Denmark. The course credits are to be transferred back to the degree studied in the home country.

Study possibilities

As an Exchange Student, you can study at one of our five campuses that offer courses in English: Odense, Kolding, Esbjerg, Sønderborg and Slagelse. The University offers programmes especially tailored to exchange students taught in English and more than 60 entire degrees also taught in English. In addition, the Faculty of Humanities offers courses taught in English, German and Spanish at bachelor and master level. Just choose whichever suits you.

Courses

You choose from courses offered in English. See our website for posssibilities. “Recommended Study Paths” comprise a selection of courses that give our students the best possible combination of courses, ensuring that timetable conflicts will not occur.

Academic system

Bachelor level = undergraduate (3 years or 3.5 years) = 180 or 210 ECTS credits Master level = graduate (2 years) = 120 ECTS credits on top of the 180/210 ECTS credits from the bachelor level

Academic calendar

Autumn semester: Classes normally start September 1 and run to mid December. Spring semester: Classes normally start February 1 and run to mid May. For more information visit www.sdu.dk/international-office for current Academic Calendar.

Admission requirements

You must meet the entry requirements for the courses you wish to take, meet the application deadline and enclose all relevant documents. To follow courses at master level, you must have completed what compares to 180 ECTS credits within a relevant field.

Language requirements

A good standard of English is required because teaching at the University typically involves student participation, class discussions, project work and student presentations. This means that you must have a command of the English language equivalent of the IELTS score of 6.5 or the TOEFL score of 575/239/88. We ask you and your home university to document your English skills through our language requirement form.

Arrival

You must arrive in time for our orientation day(s) which takes place a few days before the semester starts. In rare circumstances we accept late arrivals on request.

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The process of becoming an Exchange student Autumn/spring

1) Your home institution nominates you. 2) You submit your application, requirements and accommodation forms and enclose all required enclosures. 3) Your application is assessed. If the assessment is successful, you receive our enrolment pack containing your letter of enrolment, and information on various practical matters in the course of May/June or November/December.

July-August/ December-January

September/February

4) You receive information on accommodation in July/ December, or at the beginning of August/January. 5) End of August/January, each campus has an orientation programme for all new students.

Accommodation

All five campuses guarantee accommodation for students from partner universities if we have received a complete application by our application deadline.

Orientation day

A few days before classes start each campus has an orientation programme for new exchange students.

6) The semester and classes start September 1/ February 1.

Application deadlines

Autumn semester April 1: Non-EU/EEA citizens May 1: EU/EEA and Swiss citizens Spring semester October 1: Non-EU/EEA citizens November 1: EU/EEA and Swiss citizens

your stay at the University, including exams. ECTS = European Credit Transfer System.

Danish language courses

You can sign up for Danish language courses at language schools in town. These take place during the semester.

Tuition

Exchange students do not pay tuition.

ECTS credits

A full semester workload equals 30 ECTS credits. Two semesters equal 60 ECTS credits. Master courses often count as 10 ECTS credits, i.e. a third of one semester. Master students typically have 10-15 teaching hours per week. You are expected to take a full workload during

Contact Tel: +45 6550 1050 Fax +45 6615 7500 Email: intstudent@sdu.dk www.sdu.dk/en

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Partner Universities EXCHANGE STUDENTS

As an SDU student, you can study abroad at any of these institutions for free. This list changes frequently. Contact int@sdu.dk for more information. AUSTRALIA Deakin University, Federation University Australia, James Cook University, Murdoch University, Swinburne University of Technology, University of Tasmania, Griffith University Queensland AUSTRIA Fachhochschule Salzburg, FHS Kufstein Tirol University of Applied Sciences, Karl-Franzens Universität Graz, Management Center Innsbruck, Universities of Applied Sciences Upper Austria, University of Applied Sciences Wiener Neustadt, Universität Wien, Karl-Franzens Universität Graz, FH Joanneum, MODUL University Vienna, Graz University of Technology BELGIUM QUT, Haute Ecole Bruxelles, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Solvay Brussels, Universite Catholique de Louvain, Universiteit Gent, Universiteit Hasselt, University College Ghent, Ghent University BRAZIL Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná, Pontificia Universidade Catolica do Rio de Janeiro, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul BULGARIA Technical University of Sofia, Sofia University ‘Saint Kliment Ohridski’ CANADA Centennial College of Applied Arts and Technology, Toronto, Mount Allison University University of Ottawa, St. Francis Xavier University, University of Northern British Columbia University of Waterloo, University of Calgary, Universite du Quebec a Montreal CHILE Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile CHINA Hong Kong Baptist University, Institute for Tourism Studies, Macau, Sun-Yat-sen University, Hong Kong Polytechnic University, University of Macau, Fudan University, Macau University of Science and Technology, Beijing Foreign Studies University, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Northwestern Polytechnical University (NPU) in Xi’an CYPRUS University of Cyprus CZECH REPUBLIC Brno University of Technology, Charles University in Prague, Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Metropolitan University Prague, University of Economics, Prague, University of Palacky, University of Pardubice, University of West Bohemia, Czech Technical University in Prague, Masaryk University ESTONIA Tallinn University of Applied Sciences, Tallinn University of Technology FINLAND Kymenlaakso University of Applied Sciences, Oulu University of Applied Sciences, TAMK - Tampere University of Applied Sciences, University of Eastern Finland, University of Oulu, University of Vaasa University of Helsinki, Åbo Academy University FRANCE École Centrale Paris/Centrale Supélec, Ecole de Management de Normandie, Ecole Internationale des Sciences du Traitement de I’Information, École Nationale d’Ingénieurs du Val de Loire, ENSCR, ESC Rennes School of Business, France Business School, Ecole Superieure des Sciences Commerciales d´Angers – ESSCA, ESC Montpellier, EFREI Ecole d ingenieur, ESCE - Ecole Superieure du Commerce Exterieur, Kedge Business School, Groupe ESC Troyes, Toulouse Business School, Ecole Superieure de Commerce La Rochelle, Institut d´Etudes Politiques de Paris - Sciences Po, IPAG, IFMA, INSA ISC Paris - School of Management, SKEMA Business School, Université de Lille II Droit et Santé Universite de Technologie de Troyes, Université Bordeaux Segalen, Université Jean Moulin Lyon III Institut National Polytechnique de Grenoble, Université de Savoie, Université de Strasbourg, EM Strasbourg Business School, Ecole Centrale Marseille, Ecole Centrale Lille, Ecole Centrale De Nantes Ecole Centrale de Lyon, Université Bordeaux 1, IAE de Grenoble Universite Pierre Mendes Ecole Normale Supérieure de Lyon, UPMC, University of Versaille, Université Bordeaux 1, Science Po Lille, GEORGIA Caucasus University GERMANY Carl von Ossietzky Universität Oldenburg, Christian-AlbrechtsUniversität zu Kiel, Eberhard Karls University of Tübingen, EBS Universität für Wirtschaft und Recht, Europäische Fachhochschule Rhein / Erft GmbH (EUFH), Europa-Universität Flensburg, Europa-Universität Viadrina Frankfurt (Oder), Fachhochschule Flensburg, Fachhochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Berlin, Fachhochschule Kiel, Fachhochschule Lübeck, Fachhochschule Würzburg-Schweinfurt, Freie Universität Berlin, Friedrich-Alexander, Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg, Friedrich-Schiller Universität Jena, German Sport University Cologne, Hamburg University of Applied Sciences, Hamburg University of Technology, Heinrich-Heine-Universität Düsseldorf, Hochschule Bremen, Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Kempten, Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft des Saarlandes, Hochschule Harz, Hochschule Heilbronn, Hochschule Karlsruhe - Technik und Wirtschaft, Hochschule München, Hochschule Offenburg, Hochschule Pforzheim, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Johann Wolfgang Goethe-Universität, Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, Leibniz Universität Hannover, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, Magdeburg-Stendal University of Applied Sciences, Otto-Friedrich-Universität Bamberg, Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn, Ruprecht-Karls-Univeresität Heidelberg, RWTH Aachen University, Technische Hochschule Deggendorf, Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt, Technische Universität Berlin, Technische Universität Braunschweig, Technische Universität Chemnitz, Technische Universität Kaiserslautern, Technische Universität München, Universität Bayreuth, Universität Bremen, Universität Duisburg – Essen, Universität Hamburg, Universität Leipzig, Universität Regensburg, Universität Rostock, Universität Saarlandes, Universität Stuttgart, Universität zu Köln, Universität zu Lübeck, Westfälische Wilhelms-Universität Münster, Zeppelin University GHANA GIMPA GREECE Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Technical University of

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Crete, T.E.I. of Larissa, University of Thessaly, Athens University of Economics and Business, HOLLAND Hanzehogeschool Groningen, Hogeschool van Amsterdam, Noordelijke Hogeschool Leeuwarden, Technische Universiteit Eindhoven, Universiteit Leiden, Universiteit Maastricht, Tilburg University, Saxion University of Applied Sciences, Hogeschool Zeeland HZ University of Applied Sciences, Windesheim University of Applied Sciences, Universiteit Maastricht, Hanzehogeschool Groningen, Hogeschool Tio, Radboud Universiteit Nijmegen, Rijksuniversiteit Groningen, Fontys University of Applied Sciences, Hogeschool Inholland, Wageningen University, University of Twente, Tilburg University HUNGARY Budapest University of Technology and Economics, Semmelweis University of Medicine, Budapest, Central European University – CEU ICELAND Reykjavik University, University of Iceland INDIA Jain University INDONESIA Gadjah Mada University, University of Surabaya, Universitas Atma Jaya Yogyakarta IRELAND University College Cork, Waterford Institute of Technology, University College Dublin ITALY Universita degli Studi di Roma ‘Foro Italico’, Università Ca’ Foscari di Venezia, LIUC, Universita di Bologna, Universita degli Studi di Brescia, Universita degli Studi di Pavia, Universita degli Studi di Roma - Tor Vergata, Universita degli Studi di Roma - La Sapienza, Universita degli Studi di Torino, Universita degli Studi di Udine, Universita di Pisa, Universita degli Studi di Bergamo, Universita di Bologna, Universita degli Studi di Firenze, Università degli studi di Milano, Universita degli Studi di Firenze, Universita degli Studi di Trieste, Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II, Università degli Studi di Trento JAPAN Chuo University, Hiroshima University of Economics, Kwansei Gakuin University, Osaka University, Ritsumeikan University KENYA Univeristy of Nairobi LATVIA Riga Technical University, University of Latvia, Riga Graduate School of Law, Latvian Academy of Sport Education LITHUANIA Kaunas University of Technology, Lithuanian Sports University, Vilnius Gediminas Technical University, Vilnius University, Klaipeda University, Vytautas Magnus University, Vilnius University MALAYSIA University of Malaya MALTA University of Malta MOROCCO Ecole de Gouvernance et D’Economie de Rabat MEXICO Instituto Technologico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey, Universidad Panamericana NORWAY Handelshøyskolen BI, Høgskolen i Buskerud og Vestfold, Lillehammer University College, Norwegian School of Sport Sciences, University of Oslo, University of Stavanger, University of Bergen, Telemark University College, NTNU, University of Tromsø, Oslo and Akershus University College of Applied Sciences PERU Universidad Esan POLAND Wroclaw University of Technology, Adam Mickiewicz University,University of Gdansk, Bialystok Technical University, Collegium Civitas, Cracow University of Economics, Kozminski University, Military University of Technology, Silesian University of Technology, Technical University of Lodz, University of Rzeszow, West Pomeranian University of Technology, Szczecin, University of Warsaw, Warsaw University of Technology, University of Finance and Management, Bialystok, Medical University of Silesia, Medical University of Warsaw, University of Lodz PORTUGAL Instituto Politécnico do Porto, ISCTE Instituto Universitario de Lisboa, Instituto Politecnico de Lisboa IPAM , Universidade Catolica Portuguesa, Universidade de Aveiro, Universidade do Algarve, Universidade do Minho, Universidade do Porto, Universidade Tecnica Lisboa, Escola Superior de Desporto de Rio Maior/Instituto Politécnico de Santarém, University of Coimbra Romania Stefan cel Mare University of Suceava, Transilvania University of Brasov, University of Oradeam, Titu Maiorescu University, Technical University of Cluj Napoca, Politehnica University of Timisoara RUSSIA Moscow International Higher Business School ‘MIRBIS’, Petrozavodsk State University SWITZERLAND Université de Lausanne, University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland, ZHAW School of Management and Law, Universität Zürich, Hochschule Luzern, Universität Bern SINGAPORE National University of Singapore, Nanyang Technological University SLOVAKIA Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava, Trnava University, Pavol Jozef Safarik University in Kosice, Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava SLOVENIA University of Ljubljana, University of Maribor SPAIN Universidad Autonoma de Madrid, Universidad de la Coruña, Universidad de Alcala, Universidad de Alicante, Universidad de Almeria, Universidad Loyola Andalucia, Universidad de Deusto, Universidad de Granada, Universidad de La Laguna, Universidad de la Rioja, Universidad de Leon, Universidad de Malaga, Universidad de Murcia, Universidad de Navarra, Universidad de Politecnica de Madrid, Universidad de Vigo, Universidad del Pais Vasco, Miguel Hernandez De Elche, Universitat de Girona, Universitat de Vic, UPC Barcelona School of Engine, Universitat de Barcelona, Universidad de Zaragoza, Universidad de Jaen, Universidad de Santiago de Compostela, Universitat Jaume I Universidad Politecnica de Valencia, Universidad del Pais Vasco, Universidad de Salamanca, University of Oviedo SRI LANKA University of Colombo SWEDEN Umeå University, University of Gothenburg, Jönköping University, Luleå University of Technology, Chalmers University of Technology, University of Uppsala, Karolinska Institutet, University of Lund, University of Stockholm DOCH SOUTH KOREA Chung-Ang University Dongguk University, Dongguk Business School, Keimyung University, Sungkyunkwan University, Konkuk University, Seoul National University Hankuk University of Foreign Studies TAIWAN National Chengchi University, National Taiwan University of Science and Technology - Taiwan Tech TANZANIA Mzumbe University THAILAND Kasetsart University, Sirindhorn International Institute of Technology, Thammasat University TURKEY Adnan Menderes University, Bilkent University Bogazici University, Fatih University, Yildiz Technical University, METU, Bahcesehir University, Anadolu University, Yeditepe University, Istanbul, Hacettepe University UK Bath Spa University, Southampton Solent University, Swansea University, University of Cumbria, University of Huddersfield, University of Portsmouth, University of Salford, University of Wolverhampton, University of Gloucestershire, Nottingham Trent University, University of London, Birkbeck, University of Worcester USA Fort Lewis College, University of North Florida, University of Minnesota, The University of Arizona, Tucson, California State University, Bakersfield, University of Florida, Hawaii Pacific University, University of Idaho, Iowa State University, Kutztown University, University of North Carolina at Greensboro, University of Miami, Ohio University, University of Wyoming, University of New Mexico, University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, New Mexico State University, Marquette University, University of Vermont, San Francisco State University VENEZUELA Instituto de Estudios Superiores de Administración VIETNAM International University - Vietnam National University in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam National University, University of Economics and Business, Hanoi

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Information for GUEST STUDENTS

You are a guest student if you study a semester or two at the University of Southern Denmark. Your course credits are to be transferred back to the degree studied in your home country. You are not coming as part of an exchange programme from a partner institution.

Language requirements

A good standard of English is required because teaching at the University typically involves student participation, class discussions and student presentations. A minimum IELTS score of 6.5 or a TOEFL score of 575/230/88 is required. Note that some studies only accept the IELTS test. If you, as an EU/EEA citizen, can document this level of English by way of secondary school diploma, a TOEFL or an IELTS test is not required (with a few exceptions).

Danish language courses

You can sign up for free Danish language courses at language schools in town. These take place during the semester.

Admission requirements

You must meet the entry requirements for the courses you wish to be admitted to. You must meet the application deadline and enclose all relevant documents.

Tuition fees

Guest students pay tuition fees. For details, see the relevant faculty on our website: www.sdu.dk/en or page 249

Accommodation

You have the possibility of applying for student accommodation through the university.

Guest student Study possibilities

You can study at one of our five campuses that offer courses in English: Odense, Kolding, Esbjerg, SĂ¸nderborg and Slagelse. The University offers specially tailored programmes in English and more than 50 entire degrees also taught in English. In addition the Faculty of Humanities offers courses taught in English, German and Spanish at Bachelor and M aster level. Just choose whichever suits you.

Academic system

Bachelor level = undergraduate (3 years or 3.5 years) = 180 or 210 ECTS credits Master level = graduate (2 years) = 120 ECTS credits on top of the 180/210 ECTS credits from the bachelor level.

Academic calendar

Autumn semester: Classes start September 1 and run to mid December. Exams take place in December and/or January. At the Faculty of Science, classes start one week earlier.

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Spring semester: Classes start February 1 and run to mid May. Exams take place in June. Note that some studies work on a quarter basis. For more information visit www.sdu.dk/international-office for current Academic Calendar.

Application deadlines

Autumn semester April 1: Non-EU/EEA citizens May 1: EU/EEA and Swiss citizens

Spring semester

October 1: Non-EU/EEA citizens November 1: EU/EEA and Swiss citizens

Orientation day

A few days before classes start in August/ January, each campus has an orientation programme for new international students.

ECTS credits

Arrival

You must arrive in time for our orientation day(s) which takes place a few days before the semester starts. In rare circumstances late arrivals can be accepted upon request.

Contact

Tel: +45 6550 1050 Fax +45 6615 7500 Email: intstudent@sdu.dk www.sdu.dk/en

The process of becoming a Guest student Autumn/spring

June/December

1) You send in your application with required enclosures to the University of Southern Denmark.

3) You pay the tuition.

2) Your application is assessed. If the assessment is successful, you receive our enrolment pack containing your letter of enrolment and information on various practical matters.

July-August/ December- January 4) You receive information on accommodation in July/ December, or at the beginning of August/January.

5) E nd of August/January, each campus has an orientation programme for all new students. September/February 6) The semester and classes start September 1/February 1.

Danish research has a very international outlook. A major part of all scientific projects are prepared in collaboration with international researchers from many other countries all over the world.

Check the PhD vacancies here www.jobs.sdu.dk

University of Southern Denmark has a total number of approximately a 1000 PhD students spread out over 5 faculties. The university offers a strong international scientific environment with a large variety of research fields.

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PhD research at the UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN DENMARK

Understanding the world we live in is the driving force behind our researchers’ work. From creating a blueprint for lifesaving medicine to unravelling mysteries of ancient civilisations, the research possibilities at the University of Southern Denmark are endless. Witheachdiscovery,anotherpieceisaddedtothe jigsaw puzzle that we call knowledge. The University’s growing worldwide network of businesses, researchers and students ensures that its global profile expands year on year. As a world leader in education and research, the University attracts researchers and students from all over the world. Thanks to a strong international perspective, researchers and students at the University are well equipped to work in today’s global community. Our international environment offers ample opportunity to combine theory and practice at an international level.

PhD student

Danish research has a very international outlook. A major part of all scientific projects are prepared in collaboration with international researchers from many other countries all over the world. Join us in Denmark. Together we can create new knowledge.

“The best thing about Get your PhD at the being a PhD student University of Southern at SDU is the university is very Denmark encouraging and University of Southern Denmark supportive in creating welcomes international PhD stuinternational relationships dents either as full degree students so the message of our projects can or as visiting students. A Danish be spread widely.” PhD programme usually lasts Mie Dilling Kjaer, Faculty of Health Science

Denmark has the highest ratio of PhD publications in Europe in relation to its size, and at the same time, Danish scientific research has a high impact measured in number of citations received worldwide. Scientific research at Danish universities is of great importance to Denmark and a major element in creating more growth in society.

three years. The components of the programme are:

• Independent research under supervision • Courses for PhD students (30 ECTS credits) • Participation in research networks, including placements at other, primarily foreign, research institutions • Teaching or other forms of knowledge dissemination, which are, as far as possible, related to the PhD topic • The completion of a PhD thesis

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Visiting PhD Students PhD students enrolled at a university outside of Denmark can apply for admission as a visiting PhD student at the University of Southern Denmark. Please contact the Faculty of your interest for a discussion of your possibilities to become a visiting PhD student at University of Southern Denmark

The PhD programme is a specialised research programme. It consists of an individually designed research project which you carry out under the guidance of one or more supervisors, using the scientific methodology of your special area of research. University of Southern Denmark offers PhD programmes at all five faculties, with established PhD schools.

Faculty of Engineering

www.sdu.dk/eng The PhD school at The Faculty of Engineering has six research and education programmes: Applied Mathematical Modelling Energy and Environmentally Efficient Technologies Functional Materials and Nanotechnology Product Design and Innovation Robotics Software Engineering

Faculty of Health Sciences

www.sdu.dk/health The PhD school at the Faculty of Health Sciences has several research and education programmes: Social Studies in Medicine Haematology & Oncology Public Health Physical Activity and Musculoskeletal Health Neuroscience Heart, Kidney and Circulation

Immunology, Allergology, Microbiology & Disease Clinical Research Regenerative Medicine Danish PhD Schools of Metabolism & Endocrinology

Faculty of Humanities

www.sdu.dk/humPhD The PhD students at The Faculty of Humanities are typically affiliated with a doctoral programme. Currently The Faculty of Humanities has five doctoral programmes: History, Area Studies and Archaeology Language and Communication Literature, Aesthetics and Culture Media, Technology and Social Interaction Philosophy, Education and the Study of Religions

Faculty of Business and Social Sciences

www.sdu.dk/sam/phduk The Faculty of Business and Social Sciences offers PhD programmes within all the major research areas: Business Economics Journalism Law Social Science Political Science Economics (socio-economics)

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The Faculty of Business and Social Sciences offers PhD programmes within all the major research areas: Business Economics Journalism Law Social Science Political Science Economics (socio-economics)

Faculty of Science

Financing

A range of funding options is available: Fellowship: PhD fellowships are advertised by universities, research institutions, business enterprises and public and private foundations. Employment is usually for a period of 3 years. Interested candidates should contact the University of Southern Denmark for more information or take a look at the list of available PhD positions: www.jobs.sdu.dk

www.sdu.dk/sciencePhD The Faculty of Science offers PhD programmes within several research training programmes: Basic and Clinical Microbiology (BCM) Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Biology Compkem - the Danish Graduate School of Computational Chemistry Computer Science Molecular Cancer Research Molecular Metabolism Molecular Biophysics Physics Chemistry Mathematics Efficient Algorithms and High Quality Solutions Pro2 - Protein Chemistry and Proteomics SMEC - Science and Mathematics Education and Communication SNAK - Sense organs, Nerve systems, Behav- iour, and Communication

Industrial PhD Fellowships: These fellowships are offered through collaboration between a private enterprise and a university. The PhD project is carried out as a research project and the PhD student facilitates research cooperation between the two partners. These fellowships usually have a duration of 3 years. More information is available at: www.en.fi.dk/research

Admission

More information

The general admission requirements for PhD programmes include a Candidatus/Master degree or equivalent comparable to the Danish two-year Candidatus/Master degree. In some areas, a four-year PhD programme is offered to students who have completed a Bachelor qualification and one year of study at postgraduate level.

Self-financed PhD programmes: As a self-financed student, you are usually charged a tuition fee, ranging from 10,000 to 20,000 euros per year. International Financial Support: There is also the possibility of getting international financial support either from your home country or from international organisations such as the European Commissionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s research programmes. For further information, please refer to: www.studyindenmark.dk Contact the Faculty of your interest for a discussion of your possibilities for a PhD degree at University of Southern Denmark. Contact details are listed at each facultyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s PhD international page. The URLs are given under each faculty on the opposite page.

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Study

PROGRAMMES The University offers a wide range of study programmes spread across several academic disciplines, including programmes in English especially tailored for international students

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Bachelor Degree Programmes 3 YEARS

As a bachelor degree student at SDU, you become part of an inspiring and informal study environment where your relationship with your teachers is close and friendly. You will typically work on innovative, real-life group projects in our attractive study facilities.

Living

Undertaking a bachelor degree programme in one of SDUâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s five cities is not just something you do. It is a way of life. The cities become part of your student identity. They are all student-friendly, with many international students each with their own unique qualities. You will find lots of opportunities to make friends and socialise, and the SDU facilities are close to the city centres.

Teamwork

All bachelor degree programmes at SDU are based on teamwork and project work. Why? Future jobs and technologies are based on people working together.

Participate

It is your learning process. It is your education. That is why your lectures at SDU are based on dialogue and learning in smaller groups. So go ahead: challenge your lecturer and ask whenever you are in doubt.

Freedom

You are free to choose how you want to combine the building blocks of your bachelor degree programme. Passing your exams requires living up to certain academic standards, but it is up to you to decide how you want to manage your time and resources. We call it freedom, individuality and responsibility.

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BACHELOR Faculty of Engineering

Global Management and Manufacturing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Innovation and Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Interaction Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Mechatronics (BSc) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Mechatronics (BEng) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 Product Development and Innovation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

Faculty of Business and Social Sciences

Business Economics and Information Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Economics & Business Adm. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Business Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Economics & Business Adm. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; International Economics and Business Relationships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 European Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Market and Management Anthropology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143

Faculty of Humanities

International Business Adm. and Modern Languages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224 Modern Languages and Intercultural Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227

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Master Degree Programmes 2 YEARS

When you undertake a Master’s degree programme at SDU you become part of an inspiring and informal study environment, where closeness and approachability between students and staff is the norm. You will work on innovative, real-life projects in teams and in modern study facilities. Friendly

When you choose a Master’s degree programme, you also choose where to live while studying. Odense, Esbjerg, Kolding, Slagelse and Sønderborg are all student-friendly cities and very welcoming to international students. Moreover, they are not too big for you to become familiar with during your stay there. Your friends, social life, nature and the study facilities are always close by.

People

All study programmes are based on people working together: teamwork and project work. You solve academic and professional tasks in collaboration with your fellow students. Why? Learning and developing in teams prepares you to take on the real world and build a career.

Dialogue

It is your learning process. It is your education. That is why lectures at SDU are based on dialogue. So go ahead: ask your lecturers whenever you are in doubt.

Individuality

You are free to choose how you want to combine the building blocks of your Master’s degree programme. Passing your exams requires living up to certain academic standards, but it is up to you to decide how you want to manage your time and resources. We call it freedom, individuality and responsibility.

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MASTER Faculty of Engineering

Engineering - Chemistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Electronics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Environmental Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Innovation and Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 IT Product Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Maritime Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Mechatronics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Operations Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Physics and Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124 Product Development and Innovation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Robot Systems (Advanced Robotics Technology/Drone Technology) . . . . . . 128 Software Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131

Faculty of Business and Social Sciences

Accounting and Economics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 Accounting and Finance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 Brand Management and Marketing Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 Change Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 Communication Management and Leadership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 Comparative Public Policy and Welfare Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 Cultural Sociology in Law, Power and Social Justice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 Cultural Sociology in Social Transformation Processes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157 Economics and Project Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 Environmental and Resource Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161 European Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162 Finance and Economics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163 Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 Global Marketing and Innovation Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167 Global Value Chain Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 Health Care Management and Economics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169 International Business and Law . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170 International Business and Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172 International Business and Marketing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175

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International Security and Law . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 Macroeconomics: Growth and Fluctuations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178 Management Accounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179 Management of Innovation Processes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 Management of People . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183 Marketing, Globalisation and Culture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184 Marketing and Innovation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 Microeconomics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188 Regional Economics and Business Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 Sports and Event Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193 Strategic Entrepreneurship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194 Strategy and Organisation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196

Faculty of Health Science

Public Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200

Faculty of Science

Applied Mathematics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204 Biology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207 Biomedicine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208 Chemistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211 Computational Biomedicine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212 Computer Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213 Mathematics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214 Medical Chemistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217 Molecular Bioscience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218 Physics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221

Faculty of Humanities

American Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228 Business, Language and Culture (SĂ¸nderborg/Flensburg) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231 Business, Language and Culture (negot) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232 Business, Language and Culture (Chinese) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235 English MA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236 European Master in Tourism Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 Int. Business Communication and Communication Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240 International Tourism and Leisure Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243 Maritime Archaeology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244 Middle East Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247

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Engineering If it is robots, screws and electronics that interest you, a degree programme at the Faculty of Engineering will be right up your street. And at the same time, you can raise your international profile with our state-of-the-art resources and strong global connections.

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ENGINEERING

Global Management and Manufacturing With globalisation, companies have to change their strategic focus from local manufacturing to the management of global manufacturing networks. As a GMM engineer you will become a key person in connection with the coordination and development of future manufacturing processes.

Bachelor Bachelor of Engineering

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The study programme focuses on global business development. Management of the global manufacturing network, supply chain management and cultural understanding, combined with the development of personal learning skills, are key words for Global Management and Manufacturing. The main content of the study programme can be illustrated by four main themes: •S upply Chain Management – Production and Operations Management • Business Management • I nternational Orientation and Cultural Understanding • Personal skills The programme emphasises project based learning in teams. This prepares students for industry where the project method is becoming more and more prevalent. This is a seven semester programme, including a five-month internship at a foreign or Danish company and a final five-month project, which you prepare in cooperation with a company.

General structure of the programme:

The programme is structured around the following themes: Semester 1 Global Supply Chains Semester 2 Planning and Managing Company Processes Semester 3 Executing Manufacturing Strategy Semester 4 Improving the Performance of Global Supply Chains Semester 5 Specialization / International Semester 6 Bachelor project.

Career Opportunities

With this degree you will have a range of job opportunities – in Denmark and abroad. You could for example, be employed as project manager, or a technical manager or planner at an international company where you could also be in charge of the development of a global production network. You will also be qualified to continue your studies for a Master of Science in Engineering degree or a Master of Science in Business Economics degree. Several projects are made in close cooperation with the industry. The University of Southern Denmark has a major network of industrial partners in Denmark as well as abroad. These partnerships create joint research and development projects – as well as an opportunity for students when they are to embark on their five-month engineering internship at a company.

Admission

The Bachelor of Engineering – Global Management and Manufacturing requires the Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate or the equivalent foreign qualifying examination. Furthermore, you have to meet the following entry requirements: • Mathematics – Danish B-level • Physics – Danish B-level • English – Danish B-level In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

Why SDU?

Actually, I had a few places to choose from. The most different country from my home was Denmark. Even the idea of coming to Denmark was pretty exciting. How could I miss the chance to live one year in a Nordic country. I researched all my options by asking my friends who had studied at SDU. My lecturers also highly recommend the school. When I learned of all the possible opportunities at SDU, I didn’t hesitate for one second.

Studying at SDU

We are more like friends with the teachers and have plenty of opportunities to discuss if we have any disagreements with them. Lectures are project-oriented and we learn by doing, especially through our mistakes. Group work also helps us to be prepared for real business life. It’s strange and marvellous to learn new cultures from all around Europe and get used to this multicultural life. In the beginning I was hesitant in talking with teachers. Last week I discussed with my teacher what I was doing wrong in one of my projects for approximately one hour. The progress is amazing. I learn how to be confident and to be gentle in any kind of situation. I have become a really different person. And now I have lots of great friends from all around the world. It’s perfect.

What are Danes like?

Danes are cute! Sometimes their beauty could be a reason to underestimate their personal traits. They are sympathetic, hardworking and helpful. I learned how warm people can be from them. Their work ethics and lifestyles are so good. They know how to live without hesitation. Denmark inspires us to make life better.

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Innovation and Business Imagine a study programme that emphasises creativity, technology, business know-how and entrepreneurship just as much as physics, chemistry and mathematics – and where you can test new ideas and theories on the industry. That study programme is called Innovation and Business. The overall objective of Innovation and Business is to enable graduates to create and realise ideas and new products, based on sound engineering knowledge and business understanding. You will acquire skills that can be applied both in existing businesses and if you want to establish a business of your own. The study programme enables you to handle the process from exploring and discovering new ideas to planning, managing and realising business concepts of your own.

Career Opportunities

With a degree in Innovation and Business you will typically be employed as a business development engineer or as a project manager. You will be qualified for jobs as, for example: • Business development Engineer / manager • Technical project manager • Sales and procurement engineer • International product manager • Innovation manager • Entrepreneur • Consultant • Researcher

You will have the following competencies: •B asic creativity and innovation management skills, which allow generating, evaluating, selecting, and realising product and business ideas. •B asic skills in mechanical, electrical, and mechatronical engineering – and the interplay between these disciplines •K nowledge of business administration to manage and administer innovative projects in a company •C ompetencies in product development techniques, project management and other working methods as well as social competencies which will also qualify you to start your own business.

Collaboration between the Faculty of Engineering and local businesses means you can write your bachelor project in cooperation with a company.

A bachelor degree in Innovation and Business qualifies you to continue your studies for a Master of Science in Engineering degree.

In addition, documentation may be required verifying that your proficiency in English is at a specified level. See page 252 for application procedure.

Admission

The Bachelor of Science - Innovation and Business requires the Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate or the equivalent foreign qualifying examination. Furthermore you have to meet the following entry requirements: • Mathematics - Danish A-level • Physics - Danish B-level • English - Danish B-level

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Interaction Design Do you want to develop exciting play equipment for young people? Or would you rather design interactive survival equipment, healthcare products or energy saving devices that can improve life for many people, or simply just make it more enjoyable?

Bachelor Bachelor of Engineering

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You will be part of a unique and collaborative learning environment where the emphasis is on practical projects that explore a range of user issues in different contexts. Communication and presentation skills are emphasised as a means of involving everyone associated with a product development process – users, associated networks of people from industry, and other stakeholders. The study programme is a seven semester programme, including a five month internship at a foreign or Danish company and a final five-month project, which you prepare in cooperation with a company. Each semester is structured around a theme under which relevant courses and subjects will be introduced: Semester 1 Discovery: An introduction to the entire field of interaction design through a series of smaller projects Semester 2 Mechanical Interaction: Muscles and motors Semester 3 Electronic Interaction: Sensors and senses Semester 4 Intelligent Interaction: Bytes and brains Semester 5 Interactive Products: Experts in teams Semester 6 Engineering Internship Semester 7 Final Project

Career Opportunities

With a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Interaction Design you develop products for

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people. You could end up designing interactive playgrounds for children, a robot guide dog for the blind or even little sailing boats to sail the oceans collecting environmental samples. With this study programme you will get job opportunities in user centred design and product development – in design companies, consultancies or development departments in industry, to mention a few. As an Interaction Design Engineer you are qualified for jobs in, for example: • Product development • Market research, customer analysis and sales • Consultancy • Project management. You can work with products and services in different areas. For example, toys, health, survival or entertainment equipment.

Admission

The Bachelor of Engineering – Interaction Design requires the Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate or the equivalent foreign qualifying examination. Furthermore you have to meet the following entry requirements: • Mathematics – Danish A-level • Physics – Danish B-level • English – Danish B-level In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

What about the University of Southern Denmark?

The first time I saw the University I was impressed by the building. As an engineer student, you have access to electronic and mechanical workshops, where you can practice your skills and learn by doing. This prepares you for your future job and gives you a realistic idea of what the subject is about.

How many people are in your class?

We started as twelve people in my class, I think it was this small size that brought us together. We can get to know each other like a little family. Another benefit is that for the design classes we have professors and teachers that can give us personal feedback.

Do you think your career prospects are better in Denmark compared to your home country?

I think that career prospects are better in Denmark compared to my home country especially for engineers. Denmark is really well developed country that can offer a lot.

What do you do in your spare time?

I am an active person and I like doing different things in my spare time. When I came here I was a little bit worried that maybe I wouldn’t find opportunities for variety of activities but I was amazed how many things Sønderborg offers. Now I am part of the university choir, dancing club and I am learning Danish. Moreover I enjoy going to the classical music concerts that takes place regularly at the university concert hall. Full testimonial at /studentsatsdu

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Mechatronics (BSc) Mobile phones, iPods, cars and digital cameras – most people know how to use them, but it takes a lot of work before they reach the consumer. And it takes an engineer to combine the necessary mechanics, electronics and software – the mechatronics engineer!

Bachelor Bachelor of Science in Engineering

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MrMs Henrik Marianne Johnsen Stenger, Vindt, mas@mci.sdu.dk hjv@iti.sdu.dk

Campus Campus Sønderborg Odense > >p p4957

Visit any home in Europe and you will find several mechatronic products – intelligent products combining electronic, mechanical and software solutions. From music systems and video players to digital cameras and DVD players, mechatronic products are developing at such a speed that industry requires engineers who can work fast – in a range of disciplines. With a degree in mechatronics you will be able to develop advanced industrial products – from idea to product launching. Therefore, you will learn to combine technologies such as mechanics, electronics and software and to work in project teams with departments in marketing, design, manufacturing and logistics. On the bachelor programme you can choose to focus on Mechatronics Engineering or you can specialize by choosing a profile in either Mechanical engineering, Electronics engineering or Embedded systems engineering. Each of the six semesters has a specific theme and structure: Semester 1 Discover Mechatronics Semester 2 Build Mechatronics Semester 3 Develop Mechatronics Semester 4 Construct Mechatronics/ Mechanics, Electronics/ Embedded Systems Semester 5 Experts in Teams Semester 6 Bachelor Project

Career Opportunities

With a degree in Mechatronics you will typically attract companies that develop intelligent products with considerable technology content. You are qualified for jobs as, for example: •D evelopment engineer, e.g. with managerial responsibility • Project manager • Specialist in specific technologies • Consultant or customer adviser • Project salesperson • Teacher •R esearcher at universities in Denmark or abroad • Entrepreneur with your own company.

Admission

The Bachelor of Science (Eng) – Mechatronics requires the Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate or the equivalent foreign qualifying examination. Furthermore, you have to meet the following entry requirements: • Mathematics - Danish A-level • English - Danish B-level (English language requirement) •A nd one of the following combinations: - Physics - Danish B-level + Chemistry Danish C-level - Physics - Danish B-level + Biotechnology Danish A-level - Geoscience - Danish A-level + Chemistry Danish C-level See page 252 for application procedure.

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Probably the main reason was the fact that higher education in Denmark is free for all EU citizens. I also heard that Denmark is a nice place to live.

How are the teachers/ lectures? The study environment?

Mostly the teachers are nice and kind. We have a lot of practical projects, workshops and lab exercises. The study environment is perfect – you have everything you need for study and research work. The Faculty is in a modern building with good infrastructure and beautiful views outside the windows.

What do you like to do as a student when you are not in class?

In Denmark people have great opportunities for doing sports, with different sports clubs for both amateurs and professionals. I play football and floorball. But if you’re a party guy, then you also shouldn’t be disappointed with Danish parties!

What is it like to be an international student in a foreign country?

Before I came here, I thought that it is hard - in the sense of communication and being part of the society. Actually, it’s not so hard; generally people in Denmark are friendly and speak English. Although I still needed some time for acclimatisation and adaption. Full testimonial at

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Mechatronics (BEng) Profitable? Marketable? Usable? This programme turns you into a hands-on decision maker who ensures that the entire production process works – including the final product.

Bachelor Bachelor of Engineering

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This programme combines science with business, enabling you to manage technology, design and people while optimising production.

The programme consists of both lectures and project work with other students and industry as well as a full semester internship, where you will work on a real-life project for a company.

You will make decisions across the organisation. Thus, a mechatronics engineer is able to think holistically and to participate in a company’s development focusing on technical, business and social matters.

Career Opportunities

The programme provides you with broad engineering-related knowledge through basic courses in mechanics, electronics, programming, mathematics and physics and you will gain insight in marketing, design and manufacturing.

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Part of the teaching is carried out together with other engineering study programmes at the university campus in Sønderborg.

MrMs Henrik Marianne Johnsen Stenger, Vindt, mas@mci.sdu.dk hjv@iti.sdu.dk

In this programme, you can choose to focus on Mechatronics Engineering or you can specialize by choosing a profile in either Mechanical engineering, Electronics engineering or Embedded systems engineering.

Campus Campus Sønderborg Odense > >p p4957

Sonderborg

Each of the seven semesters has a specific theme and structure: Semester 1 Discover Mechatronics Semester 2 Build Mechatronics Semester 3 Develop Mechatronics Semester 4 Construct Mechatronics/ Mechanics/Electronics/ Embedded Systems Semester 5 Experts in Teams Semester 6 Internship Semester 7 Final project

The focus of the programme is product development. This opens up job opportunities in companies in development and sales of mechatronic systems. With your broad basic knowledge and your core competences as a mechatronics engineer, you are able to perform a range of tasks in the company. Typical jobs for mechatronics engineers: • Development engineer • Technical project manager • Customer service / consultancy • Project sales • Research and Teaching

Admission

The Bachelor of Engineering – Mechatronics requires the Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate or the equivalent foreign qualifying examination. Furthermore you have to meet the following entry requirements: • Mathematics – Danish A-level • Physics – Danish B-level •C hemistry - Danish C-level or Biotechnology – Danish A-level •E nglish – Danish B-level (English language requirement) See page 252 for application procedure.

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Product Development and Innovation Can you manage business and technology? Wear both hats with this degree, which gives you the chance to specialise creatively.

This programme enables you to work as a trouble-shooter throughout the entire development process. You can pursue a challenging career that involves a wide range of innovative areas such as product management and optimisation, technology management, marketing and sales, and product development methods. With specialist knowledge in your chosen area, you will be able to build your own business or develop new business areas in existing global companies. In this programme, you can choose to focus on Mechatronics Engineering or a profile in either Mechanical engineering, Electronics engineering or Embedded systems. Each of the seven semesters has a specific theme and structure: Semester 1 Discover Mechatronics Semester 2 Build Mechatronics Semester 3 Develop Mechatronics Semester 4 Construct Mechatronics Semester 5 Experts in Teams Semester 6 Internship Semester 7 Final project

Career Opportunities

With a degree in Product Development and Innovation you will, among other things, be able to work with project management in all types of product development – and in international as well as Danish companies.

You are qualified for jobs such as: • Project manager • Product planner • Product developer • Business developer •C oordinator in innovation and idea development • Market research analyst • Developer of global supply chains.

Bachelor Bachelor of Science in Engineering

With your choice of specialisation, you play an active part in profiling yourself and thereby influencing your future career. You could choose, for example: • A general management profile • A specialisation in marketing • Management of technical product innovation • Management of product manufacturing in global networks.

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Admission

MrMr Henrik Søren Johnsen Jensen, Vindt, hjv@iti.sdu.dk soj@iti.sdu.dk

Furthermore, you have to meet the following entry requirements: • Mathematics - Danish A-level • Physics - Danish B-level •E nglish - Danish B-level (English language requirement) • Chemistry - Danish C-level

Campus Odense > p 49

The Bachelor of Science - Product Development and Innovation requires the Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate or the equivalent foreign qualifying examination.

Campus Odense > p 49

See page 252 for application procedure.

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Engineering - Chemistry Become an expert chemical engineer and improve everyday lives. This programme enables you to put the theories behind chemistry, biotechnology and environmental technology into practice.

Master Master of Science in Engineering

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Mr Ms Henrik LeneJohnsen Pedersen, Vindt, lp@kbm.sdu.dk hjv@iti.sdu.dk

Campus Odense > p 49

Chemical and pharmaceutical products are part of our everyday lives. We need chemical engineers to coordinate research, development and production of all these products. Moreover, society demands knowledge about how to save energy in chemical production and how to use bio-waste as an energy source. This programme enables you to work as an expert chemical engineer, a researcher, and within a range of areas in the chemical, biochemical and pharmaceutical industries. This programme gives you the choice between one of four profiles with the opportunity to obtain expert skills within: •B iotechnology and bio-refining: e.g. technical microbiology and reactor engineering, advanced natural product chemistry and methods for isolation and characterisation of metabolites, protein chemistry, and biorefinery and biomass. •F unctional Materials: e.g. material chemistry, chemical metallurgy and corrosion, and methods for characterisation of solid substances. •C hemical Process Engineering: e.g. advanced separation techniques (membrane processes, crystallisation techniques), catalysis, engineering and modelling. •E co-efficient Engineering: e.g. environmental system analysis, eco-innovation of systems and products, and water technology.

Odense

The first three semesters of the programme consist of coursework with theory and laboratory work, while the last semester comprises an independent research project leading to a Master’s thesis.

The research for the Master’s thesis can be carried out within the University of Southern Denmark or in collaboration with an industrial company or an academic institution, which may be situated either in Denmark or abroad.

Career opportunities

Chemical Engineers will typically be employed in the chemical industry, the food industry or the pharmaceutical industry, in environmental governance, or at laboratories. Here you will be responsible for research, development, production, analyses, and environmental and quality assurance. You will also be qualified for consultancy work and project management in chemical, environmental and biotechnological industries.

Admission

A Bachelor Degree in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical or Bioprocess Engineering. Applicants with a similar bachelor’s degree if their academic qualifications correspond with the bachelor degrees mentioned above. In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

First impressions of Denmark?

First of all, an incredible number of bicycles! It’s really easy and pleasant to be a bike enthusiast here. You can get everywhere by bike... even to the seaside. Some bicycles really have unusual designs I wonder how it’s possible to ride them!

What are the Danes like in your opinion?

All Danes speak English so it’s not a problem to communicate with them. They’re really helpful and friendly, you don’t even need to ask for help - they offer it themselves. Danes respect each other and respect individuality. Here all people are equal.

What do you gain from studying abroad?

In my opinion, studying in Denmark provides opportunities for personal growth. The Danish educational system is designed to promote creativity, innovation, analytical and critical thinking. My decision to go to Denmark has definitely been the best in my life. And neither rain nor wind can put me off this wonderful country! Full testimonial at

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Electronics As an MSc in Engineering – Electronics, you will gain skills in power electronics and embedded systems and a combination of the two disciplines.

Virtually all electronics today contain power electronics and embedded systems in one form or another and this trend is on the rise with future products and production becoming increasingly intelligent and energyoptimised. This means that more and more electronics are based on power electronics, embedded systems and control technology, therefore there is a demand for electronic engineers with expertise in these fields. You will be educated in three disciplines:

Power electronics

This integrated application of power electronics and function control in the form of embedded systems is a prerequisite for the development and optimisation of a sustainable future with intelligent products.

Career Opportunities

Since power electronics and embedded systems play a central role in the future’s products, services and energy development, this degree offers many career options in many different branches and types of company - in Denmark and abroad.

The world’s collective energy consumption is soaring which has led to increased focus on the need to convert energy production from the use of fossil fuels to renewable energy, for example in the form of sun and wind energy. Power electronics is the key to new sustainable energy solutions.

Examples of jobs you can do with an MSc in Engineering - Electronics: • project leader of development projects • research and development engineer • technical manager • consultant • entrepreneur

Embedded systems

Admission

Embedded systems are found in nearly all electronic equipment and smart solutions. To add to future product and service intelligence, electronic systems are also embedded. Embedded systems are found everywhere and are used in all market sectors such as energy, medicine, environment, agriculture, communication, entertainment, textiles, transport, logistics, chemistry, food and materials.

Integrated application

In order to integrate the use of power electronics and embedded systems, it is necessary to design a special control system for each device.

You will need a Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Robot Systems or Physics and Technology. Other applicants with a similar Bachelor’s degree if their academic qualifications correspond with the Bachelor degree mentioned above may be accepted based on an individual assessment.

Master Master of Science in Engineering

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Jørgen Henriksen jbh@tek.sdu.dk

Campus Odense > p 49

See programme webpage for more information. In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

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Environmental Engineering Over the course of time, man has performed wonders when it comes to technological development and growth in prosperity. However, the development and growth have a great impact on the world’s natural resources, and at the same time, we face a massive climate challenge. A challenge society needs to address.

Master Master of Science in Engineering

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Mr MsHenrik BirgitteJohnsen L. Sørensen, Vindt, bls@kbm.sdu.dk hjv@iti.sdu.dk

Campus Odense > p 49

Odense

This Master programme in Environmental Engineering, will help you find your way to become a player in creating a sustainable future! You will become a specialist in environmental system analysis, environment and resource efficiency of systems, products and technologies and your job profile will be the environmental expert in the creation of new and more sustainable solutions in industry, consultancies, authorities or research institutions. The first and second semesters comprise mainly course and project based learning including the most recent knowledge in the disciplines of Life Cycle Assessment and System Analysis, Global Environmental Challenges, Design for the Environment, Resource savings by Process Integration, Waste Management and Industrial Water Technology. The third and fourth semesters are more individualised and include project work in close relation to our research activities. During the third semester there will be a possibility for an Exchange study programme abroad. The fourth semester is for your thesis. Possible elective courses for the academic profile are in Eco-efficient Engineering: Advanced LCA, LCA of bio systems & bio resources, Material Flow Analysis of Waste Management Systems, Solid Waste processing and Recycling, Industrial Ecology/ Industrial symbiosis, Environmental, Health and Safety Management.

Career Opportunities

The Danish environmental sector experiences an increasing demand for employees with knowledge of both environmental biology and environmental chemistry as well as of technological solutions. Danish companies also undertake many environmental tasks abroad. With a Master’s degree you will be qualified for jobs as, for example: •P roject worker or manager in consulting engineering companies • Consultant in local and regional governments • Caseworker in public administration •E ngineer at environmental or development departments.

Admission

You will need a Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering to be accepted for the study. Other applicants with a similar Bachelor’s degree if their academic qualifications correspond with the Bachelor degree mentioned above may be accepted based on an individual assessment. In addition, documentation may be required verifying that your proficiency in English is at a specified level. See page 252 for application procedure.

Impressions of the University of Southern Denmark?

The university is very international and open-minded. It has a lot of welcome events for new students as well as student activities, which makes you feel welcome and at home very quickly. The main campus is huge and has very cosy places to sit around with friends, have group meetings or study in a quiet atmosphere. IÂ´m exited to stay in the completely new building next semester, where the technical faculty is moving to.

How many people are in your class?

We are currently 15 people in my class.

Do you get enough help from teachers?

The teachers at SDU are very helpful and do their best to support you on any matter. Talking to them on a first-name basis makes it often easier to ask questions and also to discuss different opinions on a topic. They are open for any feedback about lecture structures and contents and are always willing to improve their way of teaching based on your feedback.

Any advice for new/ prospective students?

I can definitely recommend this study program for all open-minded students, being interested in an international study environment and environmental issues and solutions. Full testimonial at

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What about the University of Southern Denmark?

I study in Sønderborg, and from the very beginning I was impressed with the Alsion building where SDU is located – it looks so modern, both inside and outside, and the classrooms are bright and spacious. As for the education, I think it is on a high level – this is one of the reasons I chose to study in Denmark. I also think communication with the University is good – before coming here they answered my e-mails very fast, and even now I think SDU is well organized, and they are ready to help you with any study-related issues if necessary.

What do you like/not like about your current study programme?

The best thing about studying Innovation and Business is that you get both a business and engineering perspective, which is of much value in your future career. There are also a lot of projects, mostly done in cooperation with companies, which means that we are solving real problems, not only learning the theory. In general, these studies seem to be more ‘practical’ than what I studied in Poland, and this is a real advantage.

How many people are in your class? I think around 25 now.

What is it like to be an international student in a foreign country?

It’s amazing! You meet a lot of people from around the world, you learn about different cultures, and it’s just an unforgettable experience! Well, of course it is also a challenge, and you miss home sometimes, but at the same time you meet new friends and create your own network here. I can truly say that I am happy to be here. Full testimonial at

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“I can trul say that I y happy to be am here“ Agata, P oland

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Innovation and Business Can you turn innovation into a successful business? Combine your interests in technology, innovation and business with this programme.

You need more than just a good idea to launch a new product – you need technical knowledge and business expertise. This programme combines innovation, business sense and entrepreneurship with engineering and research methods. You learn how to create and market products based on a sound knowledge of engineering combined with user knowledge. Whether you dream of working in an existing business or starting your own, we provide you with the fundamental principles of product and service development. This study programme will provide you with skills that are in high demand in industry. At the same time, the programme provides you with relevant competencies if you as an entrepreneur want to start your own company. You will have the opportunity to specialise and get hands-on experience in, for example: • Innovation management and scientific methods • Entrepreneurship and project management • Design and creativity • Company administration and management • Development of mechatronic products • Development and manufacturing of mechanical products • Development of intelligent electronic products.

Career Opportunities

Whether you want to start your own business or become a manager in the private or public sector, a degree in Innovation & Business will provide a good foundation for your future career. You will be qualified for jobs as, for example: • Business development Engineer / manager • Technical project manager • Sales and procurement engineer • International product manager • Innovation manager • Entrepreneur • Consultant • Researcher.

Master Master of Science in Engineering

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Admission

1. A Bachelor’s degree in Innovation & Business 2. A Bachelor’s degree in Product Development and Innovation 3. A Bachelor’s degree in Interaction Design. 4. A Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics. Applicants with a similar Bachelor’s degree if their academic qualifications correspond with the Bachelor degrees mentioned above.

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Ms Marianne Stenger, mas@mci.sdu.dk

Campus Sønderborg > p 57

A Bachelor of Science in Mechatronics and a BEng in Mechatronics from the University of Southern Denmark also qualifies for admission to the programme. In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

Sonderborg

What are your impressions of Denmark?

My first impression of Denmark was beautiful and relaxing. Also I got surprised by how much beer Danish people drink! :)

What about the University of Southern Denmark?

The new triangle building in Kolding is so clean and open! It was a bit surprising the teachers go home early but generally they are helpful. Also, people in SDU are hard workers. They are motivated to keep moving forward, improving themselves.

What do you like/not like about your current study programme?

I like that people (students and teachers) in my programme are highly motivated and they love working collaboratively. The students and teachers are so close. I feel we learn from each other. There is no limitation to learn in my course. It is full of joy to learn and create a future in this programme. I don’t like we have only 24 hours a day - people in my programme have lots of wonderful projects, which sometimes makes my schedule tight.

How many hours of classes do you have a week?

We have around 15hours. Plus, we have a lot of group work outside of class.

How many people are in your class? 12 students

Any advice for new/ prospective students?

Relax and enjoy! You don’t have to be perfect. You help your friends and your friends help you. Full testimonial at

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IT Product Design Become part of a new era of designers with this programme which focuses on participatory design, user centred design, interaction design and design research.

Designers need to be able to understand the people and practices that new technologies will affect. Multidisciplinary graduates are actively sought after by the industry because they have the ability to understand users, engage others in the design process and think creatively through technology, materials and events. IT Product Design is a two-year, studio-based design programme, leading to the degree of Master of Science in Information Technology. Though the title might imply so, it is not a traditional IT programme. We teach theories, methods, and tools for designing human-centred innovation. This includes design processes, user participation in design, work practice studies, human machine interaction, IT technologies, design team learning, design visualisation and communication. The course curriculum is divided into four semesters: 1st: Design Research Horizon 2nd: Participatory Practices  3rd: Research Organisation  4th: Master Thesis - Graduation Project Having completed the 1st semester students are given the opportunity to choose between two study specialisations: Participatory Innovation educates students in how to critically understand and facilitate a product and service innovation process in a complex social context with a range of stakeholders.

Embodied Design provides competencies in designing products and services on, for, or in close interaction with the human body. You are also encouraged to identify your own interests, and strengths and to select projects accordingly.

Career Opportunities

As the fields that relate to IT Product Design are constantly expanding, students have the opportunity to, in part, define their own organisational role. For example, Design Anthropologist, User Innovator Employed with marketing departments, Service Designer, Interaction Designer or User-Centred Engineer.

Admission

Anthropology: BA in Anthropology, Sociology, or similar Business: BA in Business Administration, or similar Communication: BA in Business Communication, or similar Design: BA or BSc in industrial design, graphic design, multimedia, or similar Engineering: BSc or BEng in mechatronics, electronics, IT or similar

Master Master of Science in Information Technology

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Ms Vicki Sørensen, vick@mci.sdu.dk

Campus Kolding > p 69

Please include a motivated application and samples of previous work with the application form to help us assess your ability and creative talent. In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

Kolding

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Maritime Technology The programme combines the fundamentals in maritime technology with the latest developments in related fields such as transportation, economics, operations, environment, safety and risk assessment.

Master Master of Science

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Mr MsHenrik BirgitteJohnsen L. Sørensen, Vindt, bls@kbm.sdu.dk hjv@iti.sdu.dk

Campus Odense > p 49

Achieve extensive knowledge in a variety of disciplines that combined, provide an interdisciplinary overview of the field of maritime and offshore technology. The programme offers you the opportunity to explore in-depth maritime technology, equipping you with essential competences through a variety of applied projects. The programme also equips you with high-level analytical skills and provides a solid foundation for your professional academic or professional development. In the 1st semester you will study the Basics in Applied Science, Ship Operation and Maritime Technology. In the 2nd semester, Loads and Structural Analyses, Environmental impact assessment and valuation in maritime transport. In the 3rd semester, Risk Management, Project Management and Other Optional Courses. The 4th semester is dedicated to your thesis. The majority of the master theses are performed in cooperation with a company.

Career Opportunities

Odense

With a solid foundation in Maritime technology and the combination of a practical background and theoretical graduate studies, the graduate is qualified for a variety of jobs especially in maritime industries such as shipping companies, classification companies, offshore

companies, equipment manufacturers, consultancies and government authorities. Examples of jobs and tasks: •C onsultancy work based on an understanding of operations, environment system analysis, economy and management of maritime structures •P roject management in companies within the maritime sector • I nnovation and development of new components, systems and processes •R esearch and development tasks within the academic core competencies of the programme: environmental system analysis, maritime technology and finance •O ptimisation of transport, operations and sustainability •S trategic tasks in interest organisations, e.g. in relation to the continued work of The Blue Denmark as a leading maritime country.

Admission

The following bachelor degrees are directly qualifying for the master programme in Maritime Technology: •B achelor of Technology Management and Marine Engineering •B achelor of Maritime Transport and Ship Management In addition, documentation may be required verifying that your proficiency in English is at a specified level. See page 252 for application procedure.

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Mechatronics Can you think innovatively, act practically and lead a development process from start to finish? This programme gives you in-depth knowledge about mechatronics – a step towards realising your ideas!

Society relies on mechatronics – intelligent products combining electronic, mechanical and software solutions. This programme enables you to design and develop high-tech mechatronic products for a market in constant change; with consumers who demand smaller, faster and more flexible products. You will act as a trouble-shooter across disciplines, identifying problems and optimising production. With technical know-how and leadership skills, you can transform product ideas into practical solutions for everyday life. The Master programme is based on two blocks: a compulsory block called Advanced Mechatronics and Scientific Methods and a specialisation where you can choose between four academic profiles: • Micro- and nanotechnology: You will work with electronic systems and information technology in nano-dimensions. • Modelling and Control of Mechatronic Systems: Enables you to develop advanced control systems that will meet future demands. • Dynamic Mechatronic Systems: Among other things, you will work with mathematical modelling to improve the product develop-ment of mechatronic and dynamic systems • Power Electronics: You will be specialized into the research level of analysing, modelling and developing Power Electronic system in a mechatronic context. You become part of a project based and problem based study environment where you work in project groups. You and your fellow students are responsible for planning and carrying out the project – and for meeting the deadlines.

Usually we receive the project outlines from companies and we emphasise that the problems you solve are ‘real-world’ problems. The last semester is devoted to the Master’s thesis, which will typically be carried out at or in cooperation with an industrial company.

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Graduates become attractive partners for industry as well as for the research sector. With a Master’s degree in Mechatronics you are qualified for jobs as, for example: •D evelopment engineer, e.g. with managerial responsibility • Project manager • Specialist in specific technologies • Consultant or customer adviser • Project salesperson • Teacher •R esearcher at universities in Denmark or abroad • Entrepreneur with your own company.

Admission

A Bachelor’s degree in Electronic, Mechanical or Mechatronics engineering. Applicants with a similar Bachelor’s degree if their academic qualifications correspond with the Bachelor degrees mentioned above.

sdu.dk/msc-mechatronics

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Mr Ib Christensen, ic@mci.sdu.dk

Campus Sønderborg > p 57

In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

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Operations Management Learn to carry out and lead complex development projects at a strategic, tactical and operational level. You will be able overview a situation and implement solutions that optimally combine process technologies, production and supply chain solutions within a complex and turbulent market environment. In the first semester you will have the courses: Manufacturing Systems and Philosophies, Operations Analysis and Quality Management, Advanced and Automated Manufacturing Processes, Knowledge Management, Operations Management Methods as well as a course specific to your choice of specialisation. You can choose to specialise in either Production Technology or Global Supply Chain Development. The second semester will comprise of: Information Technology, Manufacturing and Support Technologies, Sociotechnical Systems and Participatory Innovation, Product and Process Platform Design and a project. In the third semester of your study, you will have Sustainability and two courses from your specialisation and can choose from a list of elective courses. The fourth semester is for your thesis.

Production Technology

If you choose to specialise in production technology you will gain a deep knowledge of automation devices and you can be responsible for the implementation and running of automation processes, for example. You will learn how production facilities can be relocated to other parts of the country or world and you can plan, organise and implement any given production in the most astute way.

solutions that get the best out of the global conditions under which the company operates. At the same time you will also be able to combine new technologies with the right people in order to achieve the optimal company in relation to both production and flexibility.

Career Opportunities

Your career opportunities will depend on which educational profile you choose. If you choose Production Technology you will typically be employed in business’s production engineering departments. If you choose Global Supply Chain Development, you will typically find employment within supplies/sourcing, distribution - the complete value chain. With a MSc in Engineering - Operations Management you will also be able to start your own business.

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Admission

You will need Bachelor’s degree in Global Management and Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering and Management or Product Development and Innovation. Or a similar degree if your academic qualifications correspond with the Bachelor degrees mentioned above are also qualified. In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

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Global Supply Chain Development

By specialising in Global Supply Chain Development you will be qualified to lead and carry out complex supply chain development processes from start to finish. You will be a specialist in designing targeted supply chain

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Physics and Technology Light and sound surround us – interacting with our physical world and influencing our daily lives. Discover the secrets of Acoustics, Optics and Nanotechnology and open the door to a wealth of possibilities in industry, technology and society.

Master Master of Science in Engineering

The leap between research and the realisation of new products is steadily becoming smaller. Furthermore, high added value technology is becoming the key to success in a globalised world. Therefore, companies operating on the technological leading edge need candidates who are capable of combining a solid theoretical background in physics with practical experience in state-of-the art technologies in inter-disciplinary projects. In this programme you choose to specialise in:

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Acoustics and Signal Processing

Acoustics is the science of sound and covers a very broad area of knowledge which is connected to several fields of science and technology. More specifically, we will focus on technologies such as microphones and loudspeakers, signal treatment, mechanical vibrations in industry, and hearing aids. Acoustics is also closely linked with the subjective perception of sound such as in the acoustic design of rooms, noise or music. Traditionally, Denmark has a strong international position in acoustics and we offer many possibilities for company collaboration and future jobs in acoustics.

Optics, Sensors and Nanotechnology

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Optics is the science of light and colour. Especially during the past thirty years, optics has developed rapidly. The most significant reason for this ‘optical revolution’ is the

invention and development of the many different lasers which are on the market today. The primary focus of the programme is the interaction between light and materials, nanophysics, sensors, nanotechnology, molecular physics and spectroscopy.

Career Opportunities

You will get substantial knowledge in technology, natural science and mathematics combined with strong interpersonal and communication skills. With a Master degree in Physics and Technology you are qualified for work in: • Research • Development • Technological aspects of business development • Consultancies • Project management.

Admission

A Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Electronical Engineering or Power Engineering provided your academic qualifications correspond with those of a Bachelor in Physics and Technology from the University of Southern Denmark. In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

Why Denmark?

The programme had the right profile and was exactly what I was looking for. I looked at possibilities in both Sweden and Denmark, but in the end I chose SDU in Denmark.

The Study Environment?

I have never experienced that professors have not had the time to answer questions and the academic standard is really high. The importance of hands-on work is emphasised by the professors. Socially, the university is also great, I like the Friday Bar, which is a great place to meet for a beer or soft drink and meet new friends.

What are the Danes like?

Before coming to Denmark I had heard that Danes could be cold and distanced. But that is not my experience. They are very kind and open and have always helped me if I needed it.

Career path?

I have been lucky to be offered my dream job at Endress+Hauser in Stuttgart. In my studies I specialised in optics and in my new job I will be bringing the competencies acquired in my studies into practice when working with optical based sensor systems. I spent a big part of my studies in labs and on practical work experience in a Danish company. This is exactly what employers are looking for.

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At the job interview I experienced that there is a great respect for the quality of Danish education. They did not specifically know my study programme, but they were very impressed that hands-on work is such a big part of the programme. Full testimonial at

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What are your impressions of Denmark?

Denmark is a really nice country. I didn’t have any kind of cultural shock and I felt at home from the beginning. People are nice, they help you out in any circumstance every time you ask, and all of them speak English. Of course, a drawback for me was the weather, which during the winter is pretty bad. But in the summertime everything changes, you can experience daylight from 4a.m. to 11p.m. and this makes you really enjoy the several parks of the city.

How many hours of classes do you have a week?

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The total amount of hours spent in classes is around 20.

How many people are in your class?

On average we are 30 students enrolled for the classes.

Do you get enough help from teachers?

Teachers are really helpful and they’re always there for you, both during and outside the classes. They respond very quickly to e-mails and you can always ask them for a meeting in their office.

Do you think your career prospects are better in Denmark compared to your home country?

I’d say, as an engineer, it would be easier for me to find a job that I like here in Denmark rather than in Italy, and it will also be way better paid. Moreover, I heard that if you’re good in your job it is easier to rise up the ladder in the company hierarchy than it is in Italy.

What is it like to be an international student in a foreign country?

My experience as an international students in Odense has been, and still is, awesome. Full testimonial at

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Product Development and Innovation Want to combine business, innovation and technology? With this Master degree you become a highly qualified innovative idea and product developer with comprehensive engineering knowledge and good business understanding.

Product development teams across the world need innovators with engineering expertise and business know-how. This programme enables you to work as a trouble-shooter throughout the entire development process. Moreover, with specialist knowledge in your chosen area, you will be able to build your own business or develop new business areas in existing global companies. This interdisciplinary study programme has special emphasis on the interaction of technology and social sciences with the surrounding world.

Choose between three specialisations/academic profiles:

Product Value Creation will focus on value creation in products and global product development processes. The development of new products with the inclusion of the user (and user interaction) and customer needs is also an important element of the study programme. Sustainable Product Development. By 2017 it is estimated that we will generate electronic waste corresponding to 11 Giza Pyramids every year and this goes for a lot of other product categories. As a Sustainable product Developer you will learn how to combine your knowledge within product development, business and sustainability to enable you to develop new products with less environmental impact during their entire lifecycle. We enrol students in this stream from Autumn 2016

Entrepreneurship and Technology Management

You will learn how to incubate a technology company using the latest theories and a hands on approach. Or how to grow a new business area in an established company. We enrol students in this stream from Spring 2016

Career Opportunities

The programme gives you a range of career opportunities, both in Denmark and abroad. You may also continue with a 3-year research programme which leads up to a Ph.D. For those who qualify with an MSc there is also the opportunity to undertake a business research programme which is conducted in close collaboration with a company where you will be employed.

Admission

A Bachelor’s degree in Integrated Design, Mechanical Engineering, Innovation and Business or Product Development and Innovation. Applicants with a similar Bachelor’s degree if their academic qualifications correspond with the Bachelor degrees mentioned above. In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

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Mr Søren Jensen, soj@iti.sdu.dk

Campus Odense > p 49

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Robot Systems (Advanced Robotics Technology/Drone Technology) Choose a Master programme in Robot Systems if you want to work with the technology of the future – as a developer or as a researcher.

As a MSc in Engineering in Robot Systems you can take part in the development that occurs within drone- and robot systems.

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Mr Henrik Mr Ole Johnsen Dolriis,Vindt, od@mmmi.sdu.dk hjv@iti.sdu.dk

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You can, for example, develop robots with artificial intelligence that recognizes different people and adapt to their needs - in hospitals, in industry and in private homes. Or you can work with drones (Unmanned Aerial Systems) which inspects buildings, helps in agriculture, delivers post or finds people who have been injured in natural disasters. The first semester of the programme is a common semester for all master students in Robot Systems. You will work theoretically and experimentally with kinematics, artificial intelligence, embedded systems and computer vision. This will provide all students with a common and broad foundation which qualifies them for many different jobs, regardless of their specialization. The next two semesters will focus on your chosen specialization: Advanced Robotics Technology or Unmanned Aerial Systems Technology. The last semester is dedicated to the Master’s thesis. You will choose the subject yourself. The thesis will typically be carried out in one of the research groups and/or in cooperation with an industrial company.

Career Opportunities

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Computer technology is the life blood of modern companies and with the rapidly growing technological development the need for qualified employees with in-depth knowledge of computer technology is increasing.

You are qualified for jobs in for example: • Robot systems • Embedded systems • Programming and software engineering • Artificial intelligence • Industrial automation

Admission

A Bachelor’s degree in Robotics or a similar field of study provided you have the following academic qualifications: •B asic knowledge in - software engineering - object oriented programming - analog and digital electronics - VHDL and FPGA -micro processors, hardware and software •B asic knowledge in robotics relevant mathematics: - numerical methods - differential and integral calculus - linear algebra - probability and statistics - symbolic manipulation on a computer (Mathematica) Students who do not have qualifications in some of the above areas can be offered extra teaching such as lectures, instructor lessons and/or papers to an extent that, with an extra effort, they can complete the common core courses of the first semester at the same level as the other students. In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

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Why SDU?

During my Erasmus period here I could get to know the city, the study environment, and even myself! I enjoyed the experience so much that I got the motivation I needed to keep studying for a little while longer. I decided to apply for a master here. I think staying here was the best choice I could ever have made. At SDU you have access to everything you need, and that makes the people try new things by investigating and researching interesting topics much more.

Best experience?

My best experience so far happened almost randomly. I was part of the Erasmus Student Network and I was also involved in the Buddy Programme. When you sign up for being a buddy you can write down some preferences regarding which kind of international student you wish to

be a buddy for. I made my choices and I got a pretty amazing Norwegian girl, who simply changed my life! That was, and still is, my best experience so far!

Benefits of studying abroad?

The main thing is that you can compare different cultures and people, different environments and teaching ways. You can learn things that may help you improve yourself, not only as student, but also as a human being. You learn how to become a part of a team, how to fill different roles, how to behave and be open to other opinions, how to be tolerant and kind. Full testimonial at

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Why SDU?

My teachers during my Bachelor told me that it’s a really good university. That it’s more practical, not just theoretical and that I am going to learn a lot of new things. They were right! We have a lot of team work. There are more projects and less theory. It’s great when you go to class and the teacher is really close to you – the contact is very familiar, you know, like the teacher is a friend . There are a lot of international students and communication is really good. It’s better to work in groups because you are motivated to study more .

First impressions?

My first week was so strange because it was like a new country, new city, new culture. But after the first week it was so nice because people - students and teachers, were very communicative, friendly and helped me a lot. Now it’s like... I don’t want to go back to Spain! Full testimonial at

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“It's great whessn you go to cla and the teacher is really close to“ you

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Software Engineering Develop software from a user oriented and societal perspective for a global market where cultural understanding and knowledge of local standards and conditions are crucial for success.

Through the programme, you will learn how to develop state-of-the-art software products and services as well as improve products and services known to us today. You will be taught how technology is best used to develop efficient solutions - not only from a technological viewpoint, but also from a user perspective. In the first two semesters of the Master programme you will study Advanced Software System Design and Technologies, Software Lifecycle, Software, Intelligence, Software Ecosystems, and Data Science. In the third semester you will study Innovative Software Solutions, and alongside that, you can choose either to start the Master thesis, have an in-company period or study elective subject areas. The final semester is devoted to the Master thesis.

Career Opportunities

Software is part of many aspects of our daily lives and it is embedded in e.g. computers, the TV, the smartphone, the Internet, the car, buildings, energy solutions, the train, and the stove. That means that software engineers will have career opportunities in many different sectors – in Denmark as well as abroad. The education gives you a number of career opportunities – both in Denmark and abroad. For example, you can get a job as an IT- and system architect, software developer, mobile application developer, system consultant, software quality engineer and IT strategy manager.

Master Master of Science in Engineering

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Admission

A Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering or equivalent allows you admission to the programme.

You will be part of a study-based and collaborative learning environment in which you work in project teams. You and your fellow students are responsible for planning and implementing the project.

The required knowledge areas are Software Engineering & Programming including projects, Operation Systems, Network & Distributed Programming, Interaction and Interaction Design, Organization &Management, Discrete Mathematics, Database Design & Programming, Algorithms and Data structures, and Statistics.

As an engineering student you enter an informal and inspiring study environment where it is easy to make new friends. In short, learning becomes fun!

In addition, documentation may be required verifying that your proficiency in English is at a specified level. See page 252 for application procedure.

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Business and Social Sciences If the problems of the world and society around you are always on your mind, the Faculty of Business and Social Sciences can give you the education you need to construct a mature and up-to-date analysis of society. An extensive network of public and private institutions is directly based on research conducted at this Faculty.

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Business Economics and Information Technology This 3½-year professional Bachelor programme is targeted towards the needs of the business community for core employees with sophisticated knowledge of state-ofthe-art information technology and business economics, allowing them to handle the interaction between IT-based project management and business economic issues.

Bachelor Bachelor of Science

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This Bachelor Programme is a theoretical and practical degree. The object is to provide the student with a broad-based perspective and basis of experience of the key issues and problems facing private and public organisations, especially in terms of the use of information technology. The programme is based on a number of courses and teaching methods providing a unique combination of theory and practical experience, and it is divided into modules allowing for credit transfer with other programmes. Finally, the programme includes six months of internship with a business enterprise or organisation. The Bachelor Programme comprises different subject blocks: The Economics block covers the economic structure, development and international relations of the society. The Business Economics block covers the individual organisation/company or group of organisations/ companies with special emphasis on economic/financial and organisational issues and relations to the surrounding community. The Computer Science block covers maintenance, renewal and development of computer systems for commercial use. The core subjects are Systems Development and Programming. The ancillary courses block covers courses

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which are prerequisites for the work in the other blocks and of practical importance for the handling of practical business economic issues. The function of the internship block (the ‘profession-related’ block) is to ensure practical and successful use of the qualifications acquired during the programme by way of practical projects which are closely connected to a number of organisations acting as ”mentors” of the programme.

Career Opportunities

Bachelors in Economics and Information Technology have excellent opportunities for employment in companies of all types. By far the majority gain employment in the private sector, in industry, trade and service, but business organisations and public enterprises also employ graduates with this degree.

Admission

The program requires the Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate or the equivalent foreign qualifying examination. Furthermore you have Mathematics – Danish B-level In addition, documentation may be required verifying that your proficiency in English is at a specified level. See page 252 for application procedure.

“It is a tremendous experience“ Migle, Lith ua nia

What do you like/not like about your current study programme?

I am very happy to study Economics and Business administration. I love the fact that in my study programme we are basically international people, there are only a few Danish students, so everyone communicates in English and we get to see different cultural aspects while getting to know each other or while working in groups – which is also a big part of our study programme. My study programme allowed me to do an International exchange in the 5th semester. So I just came back from Marseille, France, which was an amazing experience.

How many hours of classes do you have a week?

It is a good work-life balance. You might have around 15 hours of classes during the week and plenty of time for whatever you are interested in.

Do you get enough help from teachers?

The relationship between lecturer and students was very surprising when I moved to Denmark. It is very open, free and friendly. You call your professor by their first name and you get advice if you need. We often discuss things in class; this creates a cosy atmosphere that I appreciate a lot.

Any advice for new/ prospective students?

I definitely encourage everyone that is in doubt or feels afraid to leave their home country. It is a tremendous experience, a chance to become very open-minded, to grow as a personality and get one-step closer to what you imagine yourself in the future. You won’t be alone or lonely here, it is easy to make friends. Full testimonial at

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Economics & Business Adm. – Business Management Gain knowledge and capabilities needed to understand business management on a national and global scale. Students learn a general approach to identifying, understanding, analysing, and solv≤anagerial problems within an international context. Preparing graduates to participate in the process of formulating executive decisions. The profile focuses on the managerial aspects of corporate economic decisions. In specific terms, you learn to analyse the firm’s financial problems and issues and develop business strategies. You learn about organisation, accounting, marketing, corporate finance and operations management, and the quantitative methods that are necessary to perform the analyses. The programme is taught in English and includes subjects related to business economics and business administration. Compared to bachelor programmes taught elsewhere the range of topics is oriented towards information systems, operations, and supply chain management.

Learning outcomes

The specialisation gives a solid, coherent knowledge about business economics integrating IT technology and quantitative methods to process and analyse data to create insights into organisational decisionmaking regarding optimisation. You acquire thorough insight into the main disciplines of business economics as well as the basic knowledge of law, economics, statistics and IT systems relevant for companies. Through electives or a study period abroad, you can extend this knowledge.

You will get a solid foundation for studying to be a Master of Science in Economics and Business Administration.

Career Opportunities

This Bachelor programme provides you with all-round, broad commerce competence enabling you to undertake different kinds of administrative functions of a company such as logistics, accounting, finance and strategy development. In addition, the course of studies is an ideal foundation for further training and specialisation.

Admission

Bachelor BSc in Economics and Business Administration

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Economics & Business Adm. – Int. Economics & Business Relationships If you are considering a business career, you can join a challenging international study environment that is firmly based on European business culture.

Bachelor BSc in Economics and Business Administration

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The business world is becoming increasingly internationalized. Today, this goes not only for major conglomerates, but for many small and medium-sized companies as well. This development challenges the received ideas about knowledge of business economics and language skills. This profile enables you to kill two birds with one stone, so to speak. You will obtain solid language skills in addition to a comprehensive knowledge of business economics in a global as well as a regional context. Students of many different nationalities study alongside Danish students creating a truly international atmosphere on campus.

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The programme addresses all of the basic subjects of Business Administration, i.e. courses developed at university level in Organisation, Corporate Finance, Marketing, Accounting, Business Law, Business IT, Statistics as well as Micro-and Macroeconomics. In addition, the programme offers specialised courses on a range of international, European and regional topics. During the third year, students have the opportunity to choose a company internship or a study term abroad taking advantage of our extensive network of partner institutions. The programme ends with a Bachelor’s project during the sixth term. This offers you the opportunity – usually in collaboration with a business or an organization – to put into

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practice the knowledge you have acquired. The project therefore makes it possible for you to specialize in one or the subjects or one of the areas you have become particularly interested in during your studies.

Learning outcomes

The bachelor has thorough insight into all the disciplines of business economics as well as basic knowledge of law, economics, statistics and IT systems relevant for companies. Through electives, the bachelor has extended this knowledge in an international context with special attention to marketing and management.

Career Opportunities

The specialization gives a solid, coherent knowledge about business economics in an international perspective. In addition. the course of studies is an ideal foundation for further training and specialisation.

Admission

The programme requires the Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate or the equivalent foreign qualifying examination. Furthermore you have to meet the following entry requirements: •M athematics – Danish B-level •H istory, History of Ideas, Contemporary History or Social Studies – Danish B-level In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

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European Studies Through this programme you will acquire fundamental skills and knowledge of qualitative scientific methods, regions and borders in history, regional and border regional development and sociological and communicational aspects in regions and border regions across Europe.

Bachelor Bachelor of Science

The European Studies programme, which focuses on regional development, provides opportunities to analyse and understand developments in Europe. Consequently, students are equipped with tools that enable them to participate in the process of shaping Europe by working on development projects.

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The bachelor programme builds upon basic subjects within the humanities, the social sciences and business administration, supplemented with basic knowledge in regional development and intercultural communication. The programme provides the students with theoretical understanding, factual knowledge and analytical abilities within four main areas: Regional structure and economy, Understanding of business and entrepreneurship, Communication and culture, Politics, law and institutions. The distinctive character of the programme is reflected in the choice of subjects given to students and the range of insights provided into European issues and regional problems, as well as into topics of business economics. Students are able to follow a “business path” or an “institutional path” within the programme. During the third year students have the

opportunity to study in a different setting, either by spending a term at a foreign university or completing an internship.

Career Opportunities

Job opportunities for graduates in European Studies can be found within a widespread labour market which is in strong growth. We expect that there will be possibilities of employment in areas such as: Public administration, Co-operation organisations between business organisations and public authorities regionally, nationally, and internationally, Educational institutions, Private actors and companies, including consultancy companies and NGO’s.

Admission

The program requires the Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate or the equivalent foreign qualifying examination. Furthermore you have to meet the following entry requirements: •M athematics – Danish B-level •H istory, History of Ideas, Contemporary History or Social Studies – Danish B-level In addition, documentation may be required verifying that your proficiency in English is at a specified level. See page 252 for application procedure.

Impressions of the University of Southern Denmark?

The University offers you a lot of possibilities, as SDU is well equipped for different study programmes. Besides this, there are so many additional events organized by different organisations and clubs that it is easy to broaden one’s mind in several directions. Especially the awesome campus building in Sonderborg has a very international study environment. There are so many different nationalities represented at this place, that you’ve got the impression of coming home to your international friends, as you will get to know nearly everyone around you. There is also a contact or academic advisor for all smaller and bigger problems that might appear during your studies, so regardless what happens, there is always a person to talk to and to support you!

What do you like/not like about your current study programme?

Highlights of the current study programme are also the excursions to different companies plus of course, the amazing study trip to Brussels to get an impression of the EU institutions and to link theory and practice.

Any advice for new/ prospective students?

Don’t only think about going abroad, DO IT! There is so much to see, so much to explore and so much to discover. Learn Danish during your stay and you will be able to get an even more intensive view into the Danish culture, you won’t regret it! Full testimonial at

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How many hours of classes do you have a week? 16-20

How many people are in your class?

We started our first semester by being around 120 but I believe we are 70 something at the moment.

Do you get enough help from teachers?

I am the person that will always “annoy” the teachers with questions in class and also after class and during breaks. I have to admit that all the teachers I have had so far were more than happy to help me with everything and discuss anything that might concern me.

What is it like to be an international student in a foreign country?

I guess this also has to do with the person and the ability to adapt to new environments. Furthermore, not all countries are the same. I didn’t have any problems at all in Denmark. I am very happy to be here. In fact, I regret not making this decision earlier.

Any advice for new/ prospective students?

People should really consider Denmark as a great place to receive an academic education. It’s very easy to settle here, people are friendly, everyone is speaking English, the universities are good and a student gets everything he might need in order to chase knowledge. It’s also free and there is a strong notion of equality and fairness everywhere. Full testimonial at

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“I regret n making thiot decision ea s rlier“ Kostas, Gre ece

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Market and Management Anthropology This BSc provides a combination of competences, which mirror the complex issues faced by corporations and their increasing needs for global culturaleconomic insight. Large-scale employers have described the degree as a welcome alternative to more traditional business-oriented degrees. The skills and competences that you acquire in this programme are those that organizations and corporations are looking for amongst highly educated professionals and managers. You will learn how markets arise and change, along with people´s values and daily needs, in the interweaving of local culture with global flows and structures. Your understanding of culture and economy and your skills in research methodology and project management will make you able to create value for corporations and public organizations, as they enter, operate on and innovate for the global markets of the future. You will acquire a global mind-set, an understanding of people´s cultural values and the needs, challenges and desires of their everyday life, the ability to glean information from both stories and statistical charters, strong skills in communicating analysis to a wide audience, and the ability to operate across diverse cultures on solving problems and seeing opportunities. The programme uses markets and businesses as primary sites for the scientific study of social and economic life; of the ongoing changes in people´s ways of life and existential concerns. You will graduate as a person experienced in conducting independent research, marked by both academic rigor and business relevance, under different cultural conditions.

The courses of the programme are all related to one of four “pillars”: 1. Anthropological understanding and analysis of culture 2. M arkets and consumer cultures 3. M anagement challenges across the public and private sectors 4. G lobalisation and global economic structures

Bachelor Bachelor of Social Science

Career Opportunities

This BSc provides career opportunities in both the private sector, NGO´s, international organizations, government bodies and other public organizations, within Denmark as well as abroad. E.g.: • Chief Cultural Officer • Market Researcher & Innovation Facilitator • Organizational Consultant • Development Program Analyst

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Admission

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In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

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Accounting and Economics Develop a diversified foundation for management accounting with this programme which fuses classic conventional models with the innovative contemporary models emerging now.

Master Master of Science in Economics

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The specialization in Accounting and Economics focuses on the use of accounting measurement to help make decisions. The point of departure is economics as the purpose of most business firms is to maximize profit. More generally the aim is to help the organization to maximize utility. The profile is targeted towards students that seek positions in management accounting, where the student, on basis of economic theory, is able to analyse the consequences of using different tools in management accounting, The programme consists of courses that address the way in which rational economic agents behave and how they interact, and designing optimum control mechanisms is a central aspect of the programme.

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Economics is important to all organizations if they want to survive in our competitive society. Thus, the programme is designed to lead to a career path that includes jobs at the top level of private and public firms. Jobs in finance and controller departments are the prime targets for candidates but also consulting is important.

Compulsory courses

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• Advanced Microeconomics (autumn) • Management Accounting (autumn) • Financial Accounting (spring) • Industrial Economics (spring) • Master’s Thesis

Constituent, elective courses

(20 ECTS) chosen among: Advanced Economic Evaluation, Advanced Management Accounting, Foundations of Organization, Foundations of Strategy, Pharmaceutical Economics, Strategic Issues in Supply Chain Management and Supply Chain Inventory + Production Planning.

Elective courses

(30 ECTS) Chosen among all graduate courses offered by the Academic Study Board of Economics and by the Faculty of Business and Social Sciences.

Entry requirements

Applicants having completed a bachelor’s programme in economics from a university can apply to be enrolled. To be deemed as a bachelor’s degree in economics, the programme must include a minimum of 100 ECTS courses within economics. As a minimum, the following subjects must be included with the stipulated number of ECTS: • Mathematics (10 ECTS) • Statistics (5 ECTS) • Microeconomics (20 ECTS) • Macroeconomics (10 ECTS) • Econometrics (10 ECTS) • Accounting (10 ECTS) • Finance (10 ECTS) •F urther 25 ECTS within the above economic areas In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

Impressions of SDU?

Before coming to Denmark, I didn’t know much about the university. When I came here, I was impressed by the university’s facilities and how well organized it is. The professors I had so far were all amazing, each in a different way; the older ones with great experience and the younger ones overwhelmed by passion on what they are doing. They are trying to develop a very friendly environment aiming at the students’ needs. Recently they expanded the library, with numerous new study rooms.

What do you like/not like?

In my home country both my bachelor and my working experience were on accounting. When I came to the university I saw a different perspective of accounting. In the courses we had so far, we dug to the core of accounting, not simply dealing with numbers but also developing critical thinking on how accounting works. It expanded my view on accounting and economics both in practical and theoretical way.

How many hours of classes do you have?

I have three classes a week, three hours each.

Do you get enough help from teachers?

The teachers try to motivate the student as much as they can. They keep encouraging us to go by their office if we encounter any kind of difficulties with the courses.

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Any advice for new/prospective students?

Bring a good jacket and shoes suitable for snow. And if you ever want to buy milk, make sure it is milk and not yoghurt! The package is the same! Full testimonial at

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“I want to pursue an internation career beca al it only brin use benefits“ gs Kuba, Pola nd

How are the teachers/lectures? The study environment?

They are very, very friendly and always willing to help. You can talk with them about everything in a very relaxed manner, also about topics not strictly connected to studies. Some of my teachers are not that older than me, especially ones from my tutorial classes. Thanks to this the study environment is chilled and without any pressure.

What do you like to do as a student when you are not in class? Being honest I don’t have a lot of free time as I took extra elective courses, but grabbing a beer or two with friends is always a good idea.

What is it like to be an international student in a foreign country?

Because there are so many international students at SDU you don’t feel isolated. I live with 3 other amazing students in a shared apartment and in my area there are

about 100 students from various countries. Moreover, as an international student you have more incentives to spend your time in a creative and productive way, to fully enjoy being abroad.

What is your best experience so far?

Meeting all the great people here in Odense. I am pretty much convinced that the friendships I established here will last for a long time.

What surprised you the most about studying/living in Denmark? How is it possible for bars in Odense to serve beer for free?! With this amount of students it is crazy idea… Full testimonial at

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Accounting and Finance Gain competencies around key financial issues within an enterprise. Build a foundation to manage a firm’s financial decisions. This programme will explore the challenges and opportunities of implementing financial models as well as analysing and evaluating specific financial management decisions. The essence of this profile is constituted by Accounting and Finance. Students of this profile will further their knowledge regarding the key financial issues within firms. You will gain insight into and acquire skills in using methods and tools which can support the competencies to develop and solve advanced financial models. You will gain substantial knowledge about the function of financial markets, instruments and policies and the methods and models to evaluate them. Finally, you will gain competencies in formulating and solving advanced models in finance and managing the financial functions for firms, e.g. when acting as a CFO. Also of importance is the implementation of financial models to support management decisions in all types of organisations. This includes the ability to independently analyse and evaluate specific financial management decisions.

Career Opportunities

This programme offers a resourceful foundation for future career opportunities. The competences obtained during the studies in Odense can be used in curriculum development, ranging from becoming an individual business entrepreneur, working as a specialist in large multinational companies or as an international consultant.

Compulsory courses

1st semester • Advanced Corporate Finance • Management Accounting • Derivatives and Risk Management 2nd semester • Asset Pricing • Financial Accounting • Advanced Management Accounting 3rd semester •P roject work in a company /institution (Denmark or abroad) + project work or •S tudies abroad (International partner university or another international university) or •S tudies at the University of Southern Denmark or another Danish University 4th semester •M aster’s thesis

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Entry Requirements

Campus Odense > p 49

See the programme webpage for more information. In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

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Brand Management and Marketing Communication Learn to analyse contemporary relationships between marketing communications and branding, the corporation and consumer markets and apply contemporary principles of cultural brand management and ethnographic market research methods. Manage complex brand portfolios and learn the principles behind consumer communications.

Master MSc in Economics and Business Adm.

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This is a two-year programme, which focuses on marketing communication processes from the corporate to the brand level by utilising advanced socio-cultural theoretical perspectives. Students will acquire the competence to analyse the fundamental social and cultural principles and logics that underlie contemporary branding and communication challenges, using state-ofthe-art marketing thought and advanced ethnographic methods. This includes discussing the shifts caused by social media, creative consumers, and consumer resistance. The programme is taught by an international faculty with a wealth of experiences and different theoretical and cultural backgrounds making for a dynamic and motivating learning environment. Students are encouraged to form study groups across nationalities and gender to stimulate learning and develop skills for cooperation in multicultural and diverse teams.

Career Opportunities

This programme offers a versatile foundation for future career opportunities. The courses offer a unique combination of theory and practice in order to ensure a solid theoretical basis and tools readily employable in the workplace. The competences obtained during the studies in Odense can be used in curriculum development, ranging from becoming an individual business entrepreneur, working as a specialist in large multinational companies or as an international consultant.

Compulsory courses

1st semester • Marketing Theory • Advanced Marketing Communication • Advanced Brand Management 2nd semester • Corporate Communication • Consumption Studies • Market and Communication Ethnography 3rd semester •P roject work in a company /institution (Denmark or abroad) + project work or •S tudies abroad (International partner university or another international university) or •S tudies at the University of Southern Denmark or another Danish University 4th semester • Master’s thesis

Entry Requirements

See the programme webpage for more information. In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. Read about the language requirements on page 252.

What about the University of Southern Denmark?

My impressions are very positive about the university; I remember telling all my friends at the beginning, that I feel very welcomed here. SDU really cares about the international students and wants to give the best to them.

What do you like/not like about your current study programme?

We are studying marketing from a cultural perspective, sometimes on a very theoretical way but always finding pragmatic examples. I find this very exciting and challenging at the same time. I also like that the percentage of international students is quite high in my study program, therefore I never feel like an outsider and everybody has a different background. The downside maybe is that the classes are quite big (60-80), but the group activities compensate for that.

How many hours of classes do you have a week?

I have 11 hours of classes this semester which sounds pretty relaxing at first, but we have a lot to read!

Do you get enough help from teachers?

“push yourosuerlf out of y one comfort zit“ and try Fanni, Hungary

Yes, the teachers are very helpful and supportive. Also, they are eager to hear your own thoughts, instead of waiting for the right answer, or when it comes to choosing a topic for your project they are very open for anything and they are willing to help you.

Any advice for new/ prospective students?

Don’t be afraid to make the move, push yourself out of your comfort zone and try it. Denmark is the perfect choice considering its welfare system, the quality of education, the support for international students, such as free language courses and the multicultural environment. Full testimonial at

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Impressions of the University of Southern Denmark?

The University is great, the atmosphere is relaxed and the administration is very helpful. You do not see frowned faces when you bother people.

What do you like/not like about your current study programme?

The program is relatively new, so it is normal to have weak spots and mis-matches. However, the idea behind the program is unique – to blend sociology, psychology and communication to form a comprehensive view of possible perspectives that partake in management of changes. Some of the professors are superb and in addition, we enjoy a variety of guest lecturers. As a whole, I would say that the programme presents a very pragmatic approach to the business world.

How many people are in your class?

Normally around 15, sometimes we have common classes with another programme and then it gets more crowded.

Do you get enough help from teachers?

Yes, they are very responsive. They are even willing to alter the curriculum of the class if someone wants to discuss materials that are not included.

What is like to be an international student in a foreign country? Beside missing my friends, I have not experienced any other discomfort. I would recommend it to everyone who wants to open their perspective. Full testimonial at

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Change Management Gain insights and knowledge for how to manage the challenge of a constantly shifting world. This programme will teach you the skills and the expertise required to analyse, plan and implement changes in the private and public sectors. How do companies thrive in an ever-changing world? Would you like to work with companies and people involved in change processes requiring innovation, motivation and dynamism? This programme based in Campus Slagelse, focuses on the implementation of major and minor changes in companies and organisations. You will receive in-depth instruction in relevant areas of study, such as change management, human resource management, industrial sociology, organisational psychology and project management. Instruction combines lectures, seminars and case studies, assignment work and group work. The most significant recent research theories and findings from the international research community will be used.

Career Opportunities

You will be able to find jobs where your primary assignments will be: Business development, knowledge generation and knowledge anchoring, recruitment and staff development in a strategic and dynamic perspective. You will additionally have the opportunity of working in the consultancy area or within R&D departments. Since during the course of the programme you will acquire more general and solid tools of analysis, you will have job potential within a wide range of organisations and companies both public and private as well as in various sectors.

Compulsory courses

1st semester • Advanced Change Management, Strategy and Innovation

•H uman Resource Management and Change •A dvanced Qualitative Methodology in Business Economics 2nd semester •S ociology of Work and ManagementMotivation, Teamwork and Change •O rganisational Psychology and Changes in Organisations •P roject Management •A dvanced Statistical Methodology in Business Economics 3rd semester •P roject work in a company /institution (Denmark or abroad) + project work or •S tudies abroad (International partner university or another international university) or •S tudies at the University of Southern Denmark or another Danish University 4th semester • Master’s thesis

Entry Requirements

Applicants with a BSc in Economics and Business Administration from a University are qualified for admission. Applicants with a professional bachelor degree and other qualifying degrees may have access provided certain demands are fulfilled. See the programme webpage for more information. In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

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Communication Management and Leadership The process of integrated communication from an organisational as well as a market-based perspective takes focus as students develop a sense of dynamic interactions of individuals, company goals and environment in relation to communication and leadership.

Master MSc in Economics and Business Adm.

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Contemporary organisations increasingly conceive of, and handle, communication as a strategic management issue that cuts across conventional disciplinary boundaries. In today’s business world, strategic communication involves issues such as leadership, human resources, technology, marketing communications, public relations, issues management and crisis communication. This profile focuses on the interplay between internal and external communication in both private and public sector organisations and enables students to integrate these dimensions into a coherent whole.

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The programme aims to give you the ability to analyse the dynamic interactions of individual needs, company goals and environmental factors in relation to communication and leadership. Furthermore, you will gain knowledge about and skills in using methods and tools, which are relevant for analysing communication and leadership issues in organisational as well as market contexts. Since during the course of the programme you will acquire more general and solid tools of analysis, you will have job potential within a wide range of organisations and companies both public and private as well as in various sectors. You will be an attractive job applicant, since your skills will have been tested in practice to a great extent during the programme.

Odense

Compulsory courses

1st semester • Human Resource Management • Advanced Marketing Communication • Advanced Brand Management 2nd semester (5 ECTS each) •L eadership and Organizational Communication • Market and Communication Ethnography • Corporate Communication 3rd semester •P roject work in a company /institution (Denmark or abroad) + project work or •S tudies abroad (International partner university or another international university) or •S tudies at the University of Southern Denmark or another Danish University 4th semester • Master’s thesis

Entry Requirements

Applicants with a BSc in Economics and Business Administration from a University are qualified for admission. Applicants with a professional bachelor degree and other qualifying degrees may have access provided certain demands are fulfilled. In addition, documentation may be required verifying that your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

What do you like/not like about your current study programme?

When I was searching for a Master study program I was overwhelmed by all the different offers at all universities. But only at SDU I found the combination of communication and leadership which I was looking for. I like the broad choice of electives but even though the teachers are giving a lot of practical examples I experienced the classes as very theoretical and academic-focused.

How many hours of classes do you have a week?

I have 15 hours of classes each week already including one additional elective course.

Do you get enough help from teachers?

Yes I do. The teachers are always answering E-mails and you can make appointments. Also some offer special feedback classes.

What is like to be an international student in a foreign country?

I already studied abroad in different countries and I must say the international student environment at SDU is the best I have ever experienced. You do not feel like a stranger or foreigner because there are so many international students so that mostly half of the classes consists of internationals. You find new friends very easily and most of the time you receive all information in English.

“You findvenreyw friends easi,lGyer“many Elisabeth

Any advice for new/ prospective students?

Try to find a place close to university for living because especially in winter you will value the short biking time. Get a bike, go to the free Danish classes and meet new people. It is super easy to get into contact with new people as everyone here is very open. So be open, meet people from different nationalities and enjoy your student life. Full testimonial at

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“Teaching more intera here is ctive“ Daragh, Ire land What about the University of Southern Denmark?

The teaching here is more interactive and personable than my previous university. I also think the system of examinations is more relevant and practical for the real world, with more take-home papers, group presentations and oral exams giving you the opportunity to show what you understand rather than what you’ve simply memorised.

How many people are in your class? Around 35 students.

Do you get enough help from teachers?

With our small class and the informal nature of the teaching, we’re pretty close to the lecturers so they’re always available to answer questions and offer advice.

Do you think your career prospects are better in Denmark compared to your home country? I think so, especially with my interest in social policy and inequality. The Scandinavian countries are renowned for being among the most progressive in the world in this field so for me it is the best place to live and learn as a student and to hopefully continue into research after my Masters.

Any advice for new/ prospective students?

Travel is an eye-opener, and from my experience it’s not the places you go but the people you meet that matter. Studying at SDU gives you a rare opportunity to meet so many people from different countries, cultures and creeds in the one place who you can commonly communicate with through English, so make the most of it! Full testimonial at

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Comparative Public Policy and Welfare Studies Why are some societies more unequal than others? How can we explain high levels of unemployment and soaring budget deficits? Why do women participate in the labour market in some countries, but largely stay at home in others? Why do health care and other public services differ in their quality across developed societies? This two year MSc links directly to current global and national challenges, such as the economic crisis, immigration and changing family models. Our international group of teachers from the Centre of Welfare State Research will provide you with state of the art knowledge on international public policy and politics relating to welfare and give you the skills to utilize theories and master different methods. Through hands on experience you gain competencies in analysing welfare states in a comparative and global perspective. The Master has four semesters over two years. Three terms consist of compulsory and elective courses while the final term is devoted to writing the Master’s thesis. In the third semester, students have the opportunity to study abroad or pursue an internship in a relevant organisation.

Compulsory courses

• Comparative Welfare State Policies • Comparative Methods and Data • Development Reform of the Welfare State • Concepts, Methods and Data • Comparative Public Administration • Comparative Welfare State and Labour Market Analysis • Master’s thesis

Career opportunities

This interdisciplinary programme is the perfect match for students interested in the challenges that face the modern welfare state and in understanding the policy options for positively transforming our future society. Ultimately, this Master gives you the knowledge, skills and competencies to change and positively shape the world in which we live whether through a career in government or the public sector, as policy analysts in advocacy organisations, NGO’s or in private consulting, or as PhD researchers in social sciences.

Master MSc in Social Sciences

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Entry requirements

Applicants with a BSc in Social Sciences, Economics and Business Administration from their previous University are qualified for admission. Applicants with a professional bachelor degree and other qualifying degrees may have access provided certain demands are fulfilled. In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

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Cultural Sociology in Law, Power and Social Justice Societal organisation and power structures influence the capacity of social justice and the efficacy of social change. Students in the programme will engage sociological, anthropological and legal theory in a hands-on environment.

Master MSc in Cultural Sociology

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Campus Esbjerg > p 75

There is a growing need for developing the organisation of society including its legal system and power structures in order to cope with social changes and secure social justice. This Master programme provides you with qualified interdisciplinary skills that enable you to investigate and act on problems related to the relationship between law and society. Furthermore, you will get an insight to how the legal system is challenged by social changes and different types of meetings between cultures, professions, sectors and institutions. It has a practice-oriented approach where you will learn advanced methodological skills of interviewing, statistics and field research. Moreover, you will learn about a set of methodological tools for evaluating the effects of legislative initiatives as well as the cooperation between authorities, organisations and citizens. Based in Campus Esbjerg, the Master has four semesters over two years. Three terms consist of compulsory and elective courses while the final term is devoted to writing the Master’s thesis. In the third semester, students have the opportunity to participate in an exchange programme with a partner university or pursue a relevant internship in Denmark or abroad. The 4th semester is dedicated to your Master thesis.

Esbjerg

Compulsory courses

1st semester •L aw, Power and Professions •N aming, Claiming and Framing Access to Justice •L aw in Practice and Legal Consciousness 2nd semester •T he Cultural Sociology Project •W hen lawyers meet their clients •T ime, Space and Identity

Career opportunities

The programme seeks to meet the growing need for employees that are able to bridge gaps between different sectors in society and between case worker and client. It will support a career within public administration agencies, ministries, organizations and prison services where existing or new laws as well as social projects are formulated and implemented.

Entry requirements

To be admitted to this programme you must hold a bachelor degree equivalent to the Bachelor of Science in Sociology & Cultural Analysis offered at SDU. Students with a bachelor degree in one of the other Social Sciences and from the Humanities or with a professional bachelor’s degree (e.g. social worker, police officer, primary school teacher) will be evaluated and decided by the Study Board. In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

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Cultural Sociology in Social Transformation Processes Understand and create innovative responses to social changes, as evaluated by the role of culture in social change. The programme engages a practice oriented approach where students participate in field research to complement their theoretical engagements. Society is constantly changing relations between people. Authorities, organisations and cultural life have to adapt to these challenges at the same speed. Your knowledge can make a difference in this dynamic world by understanding the origins and dynamics of cultural, social and institutional change.

Compulsory courses

The programme offers a unique combination of sociological and anthropological theory. It has a practice-oriented approach where you learn advanced methodological skills of interviewing, statistics and field research.

2nd semester •T he Cultural Sociology Project •W hen lawyers meet their clients

The Master has four semesters over two years. Three terms consist of compulsory and elective courses while the final term is devoted to writing the Master’s thesis. In the third semester, students have the opportunity to participate in an exchange programme with a partner university or pursue a relevant internship in Denmark or abroad.

Career opportunities

The profile MSc Cultural Sociology in Social Transformation Processes provides you with analytical, process-related competencies that support a career in companies, organizations and associations that have to cope with change related to the development of new structures or improvement of relations between the society and its citizens, institutions and interest groups.

1st semester •A dvanced Quantitative Methods •A dvanced Theoretical Approaches in Cultural Sociology •L aw, Power and Professions •A dvanced Qualitative Methods

3rd semester •P roject work in a company /institution (Denmark or abroad) + project work or •S tudies abroad or •S tudies at the University of Southern Denmark or another Danish University

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4th semester • Master´s thesis

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Entry requirements

Campus Esbjerg > p 75

In addition, documentation may be required verifying that your proficiency in English is at a specified level. See page 252 for application procedure.

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Economics and Project Management This programme prepares students for careers utilising the skills of consultants and project managers. The contemporary course is designed to provide students with knowledge of applied economic analyses related to policy impact, sector studies and economic forecasting.

Master Master of Science in Economics

The programme focuses on improving your analytical skills in economics and on teaching you the quantitative and qualitative tools that a consultant or project manager needs to know.

Career opportunities

The profile has four compulsory courses in areas that are especially relevant for economic policy analysis where programmes and projects must be designed and evaluated.

Students will be qualified for jobs in both the public and the private sector, for example in large multinational corporations and in firms providing consultancy services for the private and the public sector. They will be attractive for all organisations that base their decisions on sound economic analysis.

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• Advanced Economic Evaluation (autumn) • Foundations of Strategy (autumn) • Industrial Economics (spring) •P roject Management and the Consultant Role (spring or autumn) • Master’s Thesis

Constituent, elective courses

(20 ECTS) chosen among the following: Advanced Microeconomics, Advanced Health Economics, Advanced Statistics, Foundations of Organization, Housing and Urban Economics, Macroeconomics and History, Management Accounting, Microeconometrics, Pharmaceutical Economics, Supply Chain Inventory and Production Planning, and Time Series Econometrics with Applications in Macro and Finance.

Elective courses (30 ECTS)

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Chosen among all graduate courses offered by the Academic Study Board of Economics and by The Faculty of Business and Social Sciences.

The mixture of an academic and practical focus gives excellent career opportunities in a variety of organizations and not the least in consultancy firms.

Entry requirements

Applicants having completed a bachelor’s programme in economics from a university can apply to be enrolled. To be deemed as a bachelor’s degree in economics, the programme must include a minimum of 100 ECTS courses within economics. As a minimum, the following subjects must be included with the stipulated number of ECTS: • Mathematics (10 ECTS) • Statistics (5 ECTS) • Microeconomics (20 ECTS) • Macroeconomics (10 ECTS) • Econometrics (10 ECTS) • Accounting (10 ECTS) • Finance (10 ECTS) Further 25 ECTS within the above economic areas. In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

“Go abroGaerdma!ny“ Arne,

What are your impressions of Denmark? Nice people, a great education system and amazing opportunities make this small place very cozy.

What do you like/not like about your current study programme?

The study program is precisely what I expected. I have a lot of freedom to choose courses that I am actually interested in and the mandatory classes make me work the way I am supposed to as a master degree student.

Do you get enough help from teachers?

I get any help I need if it is necessary. The great thing about SDU and the Danish understanding of University is that you get help anywhere and at anytime.

What is like to be an international student in a foreign country?

It is a challenge but always interesting. Forcing myself into a different/foreign system means broadening my horizon. I start to think outside of the box and have the chance to reflect on both systems. The more time I spend outside of my “comfort zone” the more I learn and develop personally.

Any advice for new/ prospective students?

Go abroad! Make your own experience while getting out of your shell/comfort zone! The world has SO much to offer and it is up to us to simply discover it. Full testimonial at

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What do you like/not like about your current study programme?

I like my courses, especially Sustainability and Project Management. Most of the courses are based on group work and this is a very good exercise.

How many hours of classes do you have a week?

I have around 12 h of classes a week, but everything depends on your elective courses which you can choose during your study programme.

How many people are in your class?

We are around 30 people. I heard from our professors that it’s a record this year, so it shows that the program is getting more popular.

Do you get enough help from teachers?

I agree totally. If you have any problem, doubt or question they are always willing to help you, no matter how busy they are.

What is like to be an international student in a foreign country?

“I canend recomymprogram my stuudniversity“ and Anna, Poland

The best thing is that you can meet here students from all over the world, from all continents, exchange experience, culture, and knowledge.

Any advice for new/ prospective students?

I can recommend my study program and university, you will really feel comfortable, moreover the study environment is modern and international. Full testimonial at

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Environmental and Resource Management This MSc in Campus Esbjerg combines natural, technical and social science, enabling students to create sustainable solutions to environmental problems.

Are you interested in obtaining analytical and empirical skills for solving the environmental problems of tomorrow? Are you interested in finding balances among environmental, economic and social interest? To answer these questions, you need a thorough understanding of the many approaches toward the environmental problems. Then the programme in Environmental and Resource Management might be just right for you. Students in this programme attain a set of competencies which allow them to work with a great number of different tasks in environmental management – both in the public and the private sector, as well as in NGOs and stakeholder organisations. Graduates will be able to design and conduct analysis of existing or future environmental strategies and policies within an organisation or at a societal level. The programme is based on mandatory and elective courses; the first two semesters are composed of mandatory courses whereas the third semester has a flexible content. Electives can be taken at the University of Southern Denmark or Aalborg University in Esbjerg, abroad or partly in the form of practical exercises (students must prepare reports in order to get credit for this).

Career opportunities

You can work across the environmental management industry – both in the public and the private sector, as well as in NGOs and stakeholder organisations. As a graduate, your job opportunities will be many: for example working as an advisor for business leaders, who must consider environmental impacts of their decisions and develop competitive alternatives.

Environmental leaders will benefit from the business skills in combination with natural science, technical and economic issues in their proposed solutions to environmental problems.

Compulsory courses 1st semester • Research Forum • Environmental Chemistry • Sustainability

2nd semester •R esource Characterisation & Conversion •H olistic Design for Sustainability: Systems, Processes and Products •A dvanced Environmental & Resource Economics and Management • Project Management • Innovation Management

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3rd semester • Risk Management •T opics in Environmental and Resource Management • Internship 4th semester • Master’s thesis

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Entry requirements

A Bachelor of Science in environmental planning and management or a similar background is needed for a successful application to this programme. See programme webpage for more info. In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

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European Studies Core themes including local and regional governance, media, social change and mobility, and historical analysis coalesce to provide a holistic view of Europe as it develops.

Master Master of Science

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Sonderborg

“Europe of Regions” has become a fashionable way to describe European integration, but politicians, businesses and civil society usually do not have a clear picture of what “Europe of Regions” actually means. Borders still represent barriers to integration, and border regions are laboratories of European integration. The programme focuses on borders and border regions and includes a sophisticated course on qualitative social science methods.

Compulsory courses

The study programme offers the opportunity to take electives at the University of Flensburg during the third semester, including the possibility of earning a dual degree. Students can also specialise by taking electives from other master programmes offered at the Department of Border Region Studies in Sønderborg, or by completing a company/ institution internship or a study term abroad.

3rd semester •P roject work in a company /institution (Denmark or abroad) + project work or •S tudies abroad or •S tudies at SDU or another Danish University

Career opportunities

To be admitted to this programme, you must hold a Bachelor of Science in European Studies or another corresponding qualifying degree. Applicants with other qualifying higher education degrees must have a minimum of 75 ECTS credits dedicated to courses within the social sciences, communication, history or anthropology, including methodology.

The postgraduate job options are versatile. Possible job options could include: •P ublic administration, e.g. developmental departments in regions and municipalities •D evelopmental projects in regional forums of growth •C ooperative organisations between trade organisations •P ublic authorities regionally, nationally and internationally •E ducational institutions Graduates may also obtain jobs in European and international cooperative organisations, e.g. with the EU, OECD or regional cooperational organisations such as the Baltic council or the Nordic Counsel etc.

1st semester – Autumn •B oundaries, Territorial States and Sovereignty, European Regions, Regionalism, Regionalisation Using Qualitative Research Methods. 2nd semester – Spring •E uropean Border Regions Development, European Integration and the Regional Dimension, Social Change and Mobility.

4th semester •M aster´s thesis

Entry requirements

In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

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Finance and Economics This programme supports skills central to management consulting, corporate staff functions, general management and business development.

A Master of Science in Finance and Economics has a broad knowledge and understanding of key financial problems of corporations, financial markets, and households. This includes e.g. how to find and price the right instrument to hedge risk, investing in financial markets, and handling a firm’s debt/equity choice. The profile gives a deep insight into the pricing of derivatives and securities (e.g., options, stocks, and bonds); risk and portfolio management; the financing decisions of corporations and the strategic capital budgeting of corporations and the relation to valuation of companies. The constituent compulsory courses provide a profound understanding of the key issues in finance as well as the methods and models employed to analyse these. Graduates are encouraged to relate their financial knowledge with microeconomic, macroeconomic, or accounting concepts as well as to apply econometric techniques to financial data.

Career opportunities

Graduates with strong analytical and quantitative skills in finance typically find jobs in the financial sector and in large business enterprises. Typical jobs for holders of this M.Sc. are: • Analyst in the financial sector • Portfolio manager in pension funds, investment funds, or financial institutions • Responsible for risk management in financial corporations or large companies • Consultant • Jobs related to supervising or regulating the financial markets • Academic career with teaching and research (enrolment in a PhD programme).

Compulsory courses

•A dvanced Corporate Finance (autumn) •D erivatives and Risk Management (autumn) •A sset Pricing (spring) •M aster’s thesis

Constituent, elective courses

(30 ECTS) chosen among the following: Dynamic Asset Allocation, Dynamic Corporate Finance and Investments, Empirical and Computational Finance, Industrial Economics, Management Accounting, and Advanced International Macroeconomics and Trade.

Master Master of Science in Economics

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Elective courses (30 ECTS)

Chosen among all graduate courses offered by the Academic Study Board of Economics and by The Faculty of Business and Social Sciences.

Entry requirements

Applicants having completed a bachelor’s programme in economics from a university can apply to be enrolled. To be deemed as a bachelor’s degree in economics, the programme must include a minimum of 100 ECTS courses within economics. As a minimum, the following subjects must be included with the stipulated number of ECTS: • Mathematics (10 ECTS) • Statistics (5 ECTS) • Microeconomics (20 ECTS) • Macroeconomics (10 ECTS) • Econometrics (10 ECTS) • Accounting (10 ECTS) • Finance (10 ECTS) Further 25 ECTS within the above economic areas In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

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Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management Students will gain knowledge and skills in using quantitative tools and models designed to analyse, plan and optimise core areas of a firm. You will acquire knowledge around strategic issues in supply chain management and management accounting.

Master MSc in Economics and Business Adm.

This programme combines strategic, tactical and operational aspects of supply chain management. The focus area is a combination of operations research (e.g. inventory controls, production planning and forecasting under random and non-random demand), and supply chain management (e.g. coordination problems like the “bull-whip effect” in supply chains, the impact of variability on production design, factory physics and lean manufacturing and coordination of incentives in supply chains using contracts).

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The profile comprises of four constituent courses, which combine the strategic, tactical and operational aspects of supply chain management.

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As a student of this profile, you will gain a thorough insight into the main subjects that are relevant for Global Logistics, Supply Chain Management and Operations Management. Examples of such areas are: Supply Chain Designs, Forecasting, Project Scheduling, Capacity Planning, Sourcing Decisions, Logistics, Sales and Operations Planning, Inventory Control with various types of demand (deterministic, random and seasonal), Productions scheduling etc. Since during the course of the programme you will acquire more general and solid tools of analysis, you will have job potential within a wide range of organisations and companies both public and private as well as in various sectors.

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Compulsory courses

1st semester • Supply Chain Inventory and Production Planning •M anagement Accounting •V alue Chain Design 2nd semester (5 ECTS each) •S upply Chain Links and Enterprise Resource Planning •S trategic Issues in Supply Chain Management •B usiness Strategy 3rd semester •P roject work in a company/institution (Denmark or abroad) + project work or •S tudies abroad (International partner university or another international university) or •S tudies at the University of Southern Denmark or another Danish University 4th semester •Master’s thesis

Entry Requirements

Applicants with a BSc in Economics and Business Administration from a University are qualified for admission. Applicants with a professional bachelor degree and other qualifying degrees may have access provided certain demands are fulfilled. In addition, documentation may be required verifying that your proficiency in English is at a specified level. See page 252 for application procedure.

Why did you choose Denmark?

The first time I visited Denmark I was amazed with this country. Denmark charmed me with it’s perfect little streets and houses, everything is well organized starting from the city tour organized by students in the beginning of the semester to the fitness courses offered by the university. The quality of life and the study system is one of the best in the world. Why would you not choose Denmark!?

How are the teachers/ lectures? The study environment?

I think that the study environment at the university is very relaxed but at the same time challenging. The lectures are very well structured and I like the fact that the teachers focus on group projects so we develop new skills and we learn how to interact with each other.

“Why wouolodse you not chk!?“ Denma, Rromania Andreea

What is it like to be an international student in a foreign country?

It’s very lively, you learn new things every day and you get to experience a different culture. Basically you never get bored there is always something new to discover.

What is your best experience so far?

I couldn’t say that I have only one best experience. Everything so far has been amazing. From the first trip to Lego Land to the Annual dinner party, everything has been fun.

What do you gain from studying abroad? What skills/experiences will you take with you?

I think that studying abroad changes us in a good way. You learn how to interact with different cultures and I believe that we get to know more about ourselves trough this experience. Full testimonial at

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How are the teachers/ lecturers? The study environment?

The teachers are very understanding and helpful with the students

What do you like to do as a student when you are not in class?

I like to spent time with friends, at the bar of the university, dancing and travelling.

What has been your best experience so far?

I would prefer to say that the experience on the whole of being a student in Denmark has been very good in the past 4 months, because I enriched my knowledge with a different way of teaching and I have made good friends from different parts of the world.

What do you gain from studying abroad?

This wasn’t my first experience abroad, but this doesn’t make it less unique with the experience of studying in a foreign country. Studying abroad has put me out of my comfort zone and I have done things that I would probably not have experienced in my home country. This will definitely enrich my personality and my skills.

What are the Danes like in your opinion?

They are very organised and helpful. Beer and friendship go along well together.

What surprised you the most about studying/ living in Denmark?

Since I am an Italian, at the beginning Denmark was quite different from Latin culture. But as I got to know more about the people and social rules, I started to feel at home. Full testimonial at

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“I started to feel at home“ Silvia, Italy

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Global Marketing and Innovation Management This Master programme equips you to manage the entire value chain by teaching you which activities are needed to create value for the customer and profit for the company. With a focus on the customer, expertise is gained on how to analyse, improve and innovate value chains in global business environments. The MSc EBA Global Marketing and Innovation Management supplies you with the knowledge, the skills and the expertise required to analyse, plan, manage and implement marketing and innovation strategies on the global market. You will obtain a thorough insight into how to deal with the interplay between different internal and external stakeholders and factors that promote or inhibit efficient global marketing, entrepreneurship and innovation management, and especially the opportunities and pitfalls in managing these processes and projects. In addition to a strong practice oriented academic foundation, you will acquire managerial skills and tools that you can apply in your future career.

Career opportunities

Your first job after graduation could be as marketing manager, marketing coordinator, project manager, line manager, account manager, brand manager, product innovation manager, and research manager or within management and business consulting. The entrepreneurial and innovative nature of the programme may also inspire you to selfemployment to start your own innovative venture.

Compulsory courses

1st semester • Global Marketing Management • International Innovation Management • Advanced Qualitative Methodology in Business Economics • Team Project

2nd semester •A dvanced Business-to-Business and relationship marketing • Entrepreneurial Business Development • Project Management •A dvanced Statistical Methodology in Business Economics 3rd semester • I nternship in a company /institution (Denmark or abroad) + project work or •S tudies abroad (International partner university or another international university) or •S tudies at the University of Southern Denmark or another Danish University 4th semester • Master’s thesis

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Entry requirements

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The applicant must have a bachelor degree from a university including a minimum of 75 ECTS courses within economics and business administration. In addition, documentation may be required verifying that your proficiency in English is at a specified level. See page 252 for application procedure.

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Global Value Chain Management This Master programme equips you to manage the entire value chain by teaching you which activities are needed to create value for the customer and profit for the company. With a focus on the customer, expertise is gained on how to analyse, improve and innovate value chains in global business environments. Increasing global competition means that companies need to identify international competitive advantages and opportunities to contribute positively to the firm’s competitive strategy.

Compulsory courses

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With this programme, you will acquire knowledge in managing the global value chain from innovation to international marketing management. Whether you want to work in a small enterprise or an international corporation, your expertise can ensure that business runs smoothly.

2nd semester (5 ECTS each) • Inter-Organizational Relations Management • Global CSR • International HRM • Global E-Business • Global Marketing Management

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A special feature of the study programme in Campus Sønderborg, is the student’s close interaction with companies in the region. This means that the student will be closely affiliated with specific companies during the study, and the student can select a company internship for the third semester.

Master

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Career Opportunities

This programme is intended for jobs that require a general knowledge of a company’s value creation system and an in-depth understanding of B2B marketing, logistics and sourcing as management tool. Possible jobs include: Supply Chain Manager, Logistics Manager, International Marketing Manager, Purchaser. The international programme profiles are especially relevant for an occupation that deals with import and export and retain global relations.

1st semester • Innovation in Value Chains • Supply Chain Management and Dynamics • Advanced Business Research Methods

3rd semester •P roject work in a company /institution (Denmark or abroad) + project work or •S tudies abroad (International partner university or another international university) or •S tudies at the University of Southern Denmark or another Danish University 4th semester • Master’s thesis

Entry Requirements

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Health Care Management and Economics This programme provides the foundation for a specialisation in health economics, health policy, and health care management. Students achieve the ability to analyse policies and governance issues and utilise economic theory and methods as they approach challenges. The focal point of this profile is the economics of health care. The profile is designed to provide master students in economics with a specialisation in health economics. Topics include health economics and policy, health econometrics, and economic evaluation. The demand for students with competencies within the area of health economics continues to increase as the demand for more advanced and expensive health care puts pressure on policy decision makers and health care industry managers. The purpose of the profile is to give students the capacity to ask questions that are characteristic when it comes to applications and policy analysis within the health care sector. The profile gives students the ability to use economic theory and methods to give reflective answers. Students will gain competencies in analysing policies and governance issues with an emphasis on health care institutions. In addition, students will gain strong econometric and analytical skills.

Career opportunities

This is a qualification that can further career opportunities both in the private and the public sector – nationally as well as internationally. Students can expect to find employment in public administrations, government departments and agencies, consultancies, the pharmaceutical industry and academia.

Compulsory courses

• Advanced Economic Evaluation (autumn) • Advanced Health Economics (autumn) • Microeconometrics (autumn) • Master’s Thesis

Constituent, elective courses

(30 ECTS) chosen among the following: • Advanced Microeconomics (autumn) • Industrial Economics (spring) • Personnel Economics (spring) • Pharmaceutical Economics (spring) • Management Accounting (autumn) • Health Systems and Policy (spring)

Master Master of Science in Economics

Elective courses (30 ECTS)

Chosen among all graduate courses offered by The Academic Study Board of Economics and by The Faculty of Business and Social Sciences.

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Entry requirements

Applicants having completed a bachelor’s programme in economics from a university can apply to be enrolled. To be deemed as a Bachelor’s degree in economics, the programme must include a minimum of 100 ECTS courses within economics. As a minimum, the following subjects must be included with the stipulated number of ECTS: • Mathematics (10 ECTS) • Statistics (5 ECTS) • Microeconomics (20 ECTS) • Macroeconomics (10 ECTS) • Econometrics (10 ECTS) • Accounting (10 ECTS) • Finance (10 ECTS) Also a further 25 ECTS within the above economic areas In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

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International Business and Law Do you want to develop an understanding of which tools can best support a firm’s environmental relationships, and its interactions with other firms, government and society? This programme works on developing competences to deal with both mercantile and legal challenges that are likely to come up in a managerial setting.

Master MSc in Economics and Business Adm.

As a student of this profile you will gain knowledge about and skills in using methods and tools, which can support learning within the areas of the legal and managerial aspects of international business and law through knowledge about perspectives on law and society. You will therefore gain competencies in defining and implementing your own learning through independent work with seminars and your Master’s thesis.

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The courses offer a unique combination of theory and practice to ensure a solid theoretical basis and tools readily employable in your first job. The competences obtained during the studies in Odense can be used in curriculum development, ranging from becoming an individual business entrepreneur, working as a specialist in large multinational companies or as a consultant internationally. Whether you want a career as an entrepreneur or as a manager in the public or private sector companies this degree will boost your future career. You can, for example, work in discovery and research of new ideas, to planning management and realization. You would be qualified for a job such as: Contract Manager, or Staff Advisor.

Compulsory courses

1st semester • European Company Law • International Market Relations • International Business Management

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2nd semester (10 ECTS each) •P erspectives on Law and Society/Business Law and Society • International Entrepreneurship • International Transport Law 3rd semester •P roject work in a company /institution (Denmark or abroad) + project work or •S tudies abroad (International partner university or another international university) or •S tudies at the University of Southern Denmark or another Danish University 4th semester •Master’s thesis

Entry Requirements

Applicants with a BSc in Economics and Business Administration from a University are qualified for admission. Applicants with a professional bachelor degree and other qualifying degrees may have access provided certain demands are fulfilled. In addition, documentation may be required verifying that your proficiency in English is at a specified level. See page 252 for application procedure.

r “My advtissewfhoo the studeng about are thinkfinor SDU, applying to do it“ is Balint, Hungary What are your impressions of Denmark?

The landscape is beautiful, there are a lot of green fields, forests and pastures. The villages and towns are really intimate and charming in a clean, safe and peaceful environment. Fortunately, the rain does not fall as much as I thought and if the sun is shining, Denmark is really breathtaking. The people are calm and helpful and almost everyone can speak English – which is a huge benefit for a foreign person because it facilitates integration.

Impressions of the University of Southern Denmark?

The Campus in Odense is enormous, modern, wellequipped and stands in a natural environment with a friendly atmosphere. There are a lot of facilities with a bunch of professional and educational opportunities. There are also a lot of entertainment possibilities. A highquality education is provided by the university, the professors are well-prepared and the students can get all the necessary assistance.

How many hours of classes do you have a week?

I have 10 hours of classes currently which include the three compulsory courses I have. This doesn’t seem to be a lot but we also have to read several mandatory course materials at home.

Any advice for new/prospective students?

My advise for the students who are thinking about applying for SDU, is to do it by all means because there are numerous options here in an amazing professional and social environment. Full testimonial at

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International Business and Management This programme provides you with an essential understanding of key areas such as international business strategy and managing people and organisations, giving you knowledge about advanced organizational theory and international management in order to manage operations in foreign markets.

Master MSc in Economics and Business Adm.

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The profile in International Business and Management provides students with an advanced understanding of the international business environment by developing global perspectives on business, informed by a deep understanding of the different national and cultural context in which firms operate. In addition, the profile will further enhance your skills in using methods and tools, which can support the firm’s relationship to the external environment and the interactions between firms, governments and society in an international context. You will develop a vital understanding of the importance of the human agent (executive, manager and stakeholder) as the key business catalyst and examine the balance between people and process-driven elements in an organisation.

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Compulsory courses

1st semester • Foundations of Organization • International Market Relations • International Business Management 2nd semester (10 ECTS each) • International Marketing Channels • International Entrepreneurship • Corporate Strategy and Organization Design 3rd semester •P roject work in a company /institution (Denmark or abroad) + project work or •S tudies abroad (International partner university or another international university) or •S tudies at the University of Southern Denmark or another Danish University. 4th semester • Master’s thesis

Entry Requirements

Applicants with a BSc in Economics and Business Administration from a University are qualified for admission. Applicants with a professional bachelor degree and other qualifying degrees may have access provided certain demands are fulfilled. In addition, documentation may be required verifying that your proficiency in English is at a specified level. See page 252 for application procedure.

What do you like/not like about your current study programme?

I like that the teachers are demanding and want to bring you forward. You are expected to not only sit and listen, but to think and participate – your opinion and thoughts are wanted, listened to and discussed.

How many hours of classes do you have a week?

11 (14 this semester because I am taking one additional class)

How many people are in your class? 80+ in most classes

Do you get enough help from teachers?

Teachers are eager to help and to make sure everyone understands the material. E-mails are answered pretty quickly, sometimes even at 10 pm on a Saturday night!

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What is it like to be an international student in a foreign country?

I studied in the US before, so I am used to being a foreigner. But here at SDU you are one of many; I believe I have more international students than Danes in some of my classes. Classes are in English so there is no pressure there but what I had to get used to is the Danish emphasis on group work – you will not get around it in any of the classes. Full testimonial at

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“I fell in lo with Denm ve ark“ Andrea, Spa in

Why the University of Southern Denmark?

First of all, I really liked the programme, because it combines my two preferred areas of specialty. Secondly, the great attention I received prior to arriving gave me the impression that it would be a very welcoming university. I searched for information and found various rankings with positive opinions about SDU even though it’s a very recently established university. Besides, I liked the idea of coming to Odense, a very small town with a great student atmosphere where we all know each other.

How are the teachers/lectures? The study environment?

If I had to choose a word it would be “welcoming”, even though I have already used it before. From the first day, the SDU organization did a great job to make all new students feel at home. The teachers might sometimes be

mistaken for colleagues even though they demand the same level as any other high quality university. Talk is always very informal, which makes people feel free to participate in classes and make the time that one has to stay at university go much faster and more enjoyable.

What do you gain from studying abroad?

It would be an endless list…getting to meet people from so many different places, to lose the fear of living alone, being independent, learning a new language…so many things that have made me improve as a person and broadened my perspective. Studying abroad is a bit like skydiving, at first you’re completely terrified but it’s totally worth it afterwards. Full testimonial at

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International Business and Marketing This profile provides you with an advanced understanding of the international business environment, by developing global perspectives on business based on indepth knowledge of the various national and cultural contexts in which firms operate.

The profile is offered by the research group “International Business & Entrepreneurship” which focuses specifically on the international business activities of B2B companies within the setting of an increasingly internationalised world. The goal of the research group is to contribute to an improved understanding of the emergence and growth of firms in diverse markets, through the study of the organization of marketing and strategic activities both within the firm and through the interplay with other actors on the market. Students will gain insight and knowledge about different aspects of marketing, retailing, services, business-to-business, marketing research as well as knowledge on other functional areas that influence management decisions in marketing.

Career Opportunities

The courses offer a unique combination of theory and practice to ensure a solid theoretical basis and tools readily employable in your first job. Students will gain competencies in analysing rules and regulations imposed by governments in order to pursue careers in a number of areas including market research, imports, consultancy, advertising, media, exporting services, marketing, direct marketing and distribution management. Finally, students will become skilled in using methods, which can support a career in international (or domestic) markets by means of working with a large multinational, a smaller company, or even new ventures.

Compulsory courses

1st semester • Marketing Across Cultures • International Market Relations • International Business Management 2nd semester (10 ECTS each) • International Marketing Channels • Globalization Processes • Strategic Market Creation 3rd semester •P roject work in a company /institution (Denmark or abroad) + project work or •S tudies abroad (International partner university or another international university) or •S tudies at the University of Southern Denmark or another Danish University 4th semester • Master’s thesis

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Entry Requirements

Campus Odense > p 49

In addition, documentation may be required verifying that your proficiency in English is at a specified level. See page 252 for application procedure.

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International Security and Law The political, social, and historical fields unite in this programme to equip students with a multi-dimensional understanding of the international realm and the possibilities for enacting changes within the international system, whether in state organisations, non-governmental organisations, aid work or post-conflict development.

Master Master of Social Science

In today’s world, conflicts are multiple, complex and volatile, and they need to be handled. Outsiders involved in conflict management may experience hostilities, development, and peace enforcement in one single day. We offer this Master programme to train interdisciplinary experts to work in complex security environments and help organisations prepare for and manage them. This is a two-year programme which encourages you to analyse and understand the interaction between politics, law and ethics in relation to international conflicts.

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A combination of compulsory and elective courses in the disciplines of Law and International Relations provides you with the tools and knowledge for a career in organisations involved in analysing, managing and solving international conflicts. Teaching is based on lectures, group work and discussions combining theoretical background knowledge with relevant empirical problems and cases. You are encouraged to connect major theories with concrete events, e.g. connecting statebuilding theory with events in Kosovo or Libya. The programme also offers students the opportunity to take one term at another university or do an internship in Denmark or abroad.

Compulsory Courses

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• Introduction to International Relations* • Introduction to International Law* • International Order since 1815* • Philosophy of the Law of Nations* • New Wars and Conflict • The Laws of War

• The Ethics of War and Peace • I nternational Organisations • I nternational Prosecution of Genocide, War Crimes and Crimes against Humanity • Human Security and Building Peace •M aster’s thesis *Your background determines the first semester

Career Opportunities

With a Master of Social Sciences in International Security and Law you will be primed for a career in organisations that are nvolved in analysing, managing, and solving conflicts. It can be private or public organisations, and it can be organisations that are purely analytical or more broadly engaged in all dimensions of conflicts.

Admission

To be accepted into the programme, you should have received a relevant bachelor’s degree, or have gained other – e.g. professional – equivalent experience of relevance to the programme. If you apply to the programme without a directly qualifying bachelor’s degree, the Study Board will assess your application individually. In addition, documentation may be required verifying that your proficiency in English is at a specified level. See page 252 for application procedure.

Why did you choose Denmark?

Denmark is a country with rich history and a well-organized state. And most importantly almost all Danes know and speak English. It’s a really friendly country for international students and offers top quality education.

How are the teachers/ lectures? How is the study environment? Our professors are all experts in their field, friendly and very supportive. Their lectures are very interesting and they always try to make us put theory into practice.

What is it like to be an international student in a foreign country?

It takes some time to get used to the different language and way of life but other than that it’s a fantastic experience.

What do you like to do as a student when you are not in class?

I like to go out with my friends, have a beer or take part in the numerous events throughout the city and the university.

What do you gain from studying abroad? What skills/experiences do you get to take home with you?

Studying abroad is a unique experience. Living and studying in a different civilization from yours offers you an amazing opportunity to enrich your knowledge and expand your horizons, both personally and professionally.

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What surprised you the most about studying/ living in Denmark?

I was surprised by the really warm & friendly welcome I received from the Danes, the way they treat international students in everyday life and the number of bicycles in the country. Full testimonial at

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Macroeconomics: Growth and Fluctuations Acquire insight into the workings of the global macroeconomy, past and present, and be able to navigate and make sound decisions in a rapidly changing global macroeconomic context.

Master Master of Science in Economics

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The purpose of this profile is to enable you to ask and answer questions that are characteristic of applications and policy analysis in the area of macroeconomics. This is taken to include economic growth, business cycle fluctuations, and international economic issues such as trade and capital movements.

Career opportunities

You will obtain knowledge of theories and historical cases related to the above issues, and will be able to apply these theories and this historical knowledge to answer specific questions related to trends and events in the global economy. Students will be qualified for jobs in international institutions working with global macroeconomic issues such as the OECD, the IMF, the UN, and the World Bank. Students will also be of interest to national organizations working with such issues; these include the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Finance, the Central Bank, as well as consultancy firms. Finally, the financial sector also employs many macroeconomic analysts.

Compulsory courses

•A dvanced International Macroeconomics and Trade (autumn) •E conomic Growth (spring) •M icroeconometrics (autumn) •A dvanced Macroeconomics (autumn) •M aster’s Thesis

Constituent, elective courses

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(20 ECTS) chosen among the following: Advanced Statistics, Asset Pricing, Derivatives and Risk Management, Housing and Urban Economics, Industrial Economics, Long-Run Determinants of Economic Outcomes, Time

Series Econometrics with Applications in Finance and Macro, Macroeconomics and History.

Elective courses (30 ECTS)

Chosen among all the graduate courses offered by The Academic Study Board of Economics and by The Faculty of Business and Social Sciences.

Entry requirements

Applicants having completed a bachelor’s programme in economics from a university can apply to be enrolled. To be deemed as a bachelor’s degree in economics, the programme must include a minimum of 100 ECTS courses within economics. As a minimum, the following subjects must be included with the stipulated number of ECTS: • Mathematics (10 ECTS) • Statistics (5 ECTS) • Microeconomics (20 ECTS) • Macroeconomics (10 ECTS) • Econometrics (10 ECTS) • Accounting (10 ECTS) • Finance (10 ECTS) Also a further 25 ECTS within the above economic areas In order for a degree to be deemed as a BSc programme in Economics and Business Administration, the applicant must have a bachelor degree from a university including a minimum of 75 ECTS courses within economics and business administration. In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

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Management Accounting Through the assessment of both financial and non-financial information, students will learn how to make strategic decisions regarding preparation, development and usage of economic and other control systems used in all types of firms. The finance function and management of firms are at the heart of this profile. These areas are important not only to production firms but also to modern knowledge-based firms. Students will learn how to construct and use financial and non-financial information when making strategic decisions in the firm. Furthermore, students will become proficient in using methods and tools, which can support the generation of economic information, which is essential to management of the firm. These methods are at the core of Management Accounting. Students will gain competencies regarding preparation, development and usage of economic and other reporting /control systems in all types of firms. There are two different combinations – Accounting and Organization and Accounting and Supply Chain Management.

Career Opportunities

The courses offer a unique combination of theory and practice to ensure a solid theoretical basis and tools readily employable in your first job. Students will gain skills in designing financial reporting and other management models. Lastly, students will gain competencies in arguing for the consequences of choosing different designs of management. Common positions after this profile include: Accounting Consultant or Strategic Finance Officer.

Compulsory courses 1st semester •F oundations of Strategy Or •S upply Chain Inventory and Production Planning • Management Accounting •F oundations of Organization Or • Foundations of Strategy

2nd semester •C orporate Strategy and Organization Design Or •S upply Chain Links and Enterprise Resource Planning • Financial Accounting • Advanced Management Accounting 3rd semester •P roject work in a company /institution (Denmark or abroad) + project work or •S tudies abroad (International partner university or another international university) or •S tudies at the University of Southern Denmark or another Danish University

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4th semester •M aster’s thesis

Entry Requirements

Applicants with a BSc in Economics and Business Administration are qualified for admission. See programme webpage for more info., In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

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Management of Innovation Processes The programme ultimately develops student understanding of management theories and how they are realistically applied to practical business issues.

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Students of this profile will develop a firm grasp of, and competencies within, the main subjects in contemporary management of technological innovation and business development. Innovation is the key driver of long-term growth, also when it comes to development of sustained competitive advantages. Furthermore, students will become proficient in using methods and tools, which can support business development, consulting and management of innovation processes. Students will also acquire competencies in leading business level and corporate level projects that involve development, introduction and implementation of new technologies and methods. At the final level, students will be able to connect the technological aspects of the business with the commercial aspects. The first segment of this profile focuses on formulating and implementing strategy; the second looks more to analysing and designing innovative organisations and the third segment concerns management of technology. Each part has a clear progression that develops the individual student’s knowledge about theories and how to apply these to practical business issues.

Career Opportunities

The courses offer a unique combination of theory and practice to ensure a solid theoretical basis and tools readily employable in your first job.

Odense

Positions after completing this profile could include: Marketing coordinator, Project manager, Personal assistant for CEO, Management consultant or Area sales manager.

Compulsory courses

1st semester • Foundations of Strategy • Innovation Management and Marketing • Foundations of Organization 2nd semester • Strategic Market Creation • Business Strategy • Organization of Innovation 3rd semester •P roject work in a company /institution (Denmark or abroad) + project work or •S tudies abroad (International partner university or another international university) or •S tudies at the University of Southern Denmark or another Danish University 4th semester • Master’s thesis

Entry Requirements

Why SDU?

I was looking for a Master in innovation and the programme that SDU proposed met my needs perfectly. I also had the good fortune to know several guys who are studying at this university and they spoke very highly of it. So the decision was easy. The many international students here help create a multi-cultural environment with a relaxed atmosphere. There is no particular formality with the teachers which is completely different from what we are accustomed to back home.

Outside SDU?

There are many activities organised both on and off campus. This is a great thing and it is quite possible that you can get to know at least one new person every day. I also go out to explore the city and surrounding areas by bike. I like climbing, indoor only of course as Denmark is breathtakingly flat!

Benefits of studying abroad?

Studying in a country that is not your own makes you much more open and tolerant. Living every day with people from all over the world stimulates discussions and exchanges that help us all to be flexible in our thinking and to expand our cultural horizons. This is something absolutely positive. It pushes you to break barriers, and go beyond, the patterns that you can fall into by staying at home. Full testimonial at

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How many hours of classes do you have a week?

I have 13 hours of classes each week, but additionally I spend many hours with preparation, reading, and group work. I like that I am then quite flexible in how I organize my time, if I prefer to study at home or at the university and so on.

Do you get enough help from teachers?

Absolutely. The teachers are usually very open towards questions and comments and are happy to help you. However, they also expect you to be prepared and do your research before approaching them with regard to, for example, a project paper.

What do you do in your spare time?

I love to do Yoga and I am also going to Yoga-classes at the gym here at the campus. I think it is great that the gym offers many different classes because you can simply go there before or after classes or studying.

Any advice for new/ prospective students?

Denmark is a beautiful country and the University of Southern Denmark offers great programs with many different specializations, so I can definitely make the recommendation to come here. I think the most important thing is to be open towards new experiences and to always make the best of the situation you find yourself in. Full testimonial at

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Management of People The ideal background for an international career in the field of human resource management. This program enables students to develop structured and principled insights regarding the most important issues of managing practices and engage critical thinking skills regarding policies and choices of recruiting and retaining talent. This is a two-year programme, which focuses on expanding the students’ competencies within contemporary management and organisation. This will enable them to develop central structured and principled insights regarding the essential issues of managing people. This profile draws upon the most current management and organisation research and practices. This choice is particularly suitable for students who want to pursue a career in the field of human resource management. Students will develop their theoretical and practical skills, and will be able to take charge of key management functions and projects in human resource management. Ultimately, the profile strengthens the student’s ability to think in principled ways about the key policies and choices of recruiting and retaining talent, and how to apply skills in the design of policies and programmes.

Career Opportunities

Whether you want be self-employed or to work as a manager in public or private companies, this degree will improve your future career opportunities. You can, for example, work in discovery and research of new ideas to planning, management and realization of business concepts in Danish and international companies. Positions that would be possible after the programme include HRM Officer or Personnel Manager.

Compulsory courses

1st semester •H uman Resource Management •F oundations of Management •F oundations of Organization 2nd semester •L eadership and Organization Communication •P ersonnel Economics •C orporate Strategy and Organizational Design 3rd semester •P roject work in a company /institution (Denmark or abroad) + project work or •S tudies abroad (International partner university or another international university) or •S tudies at the University of Southern Denmark or another Danish University 4th semester • Master’s thesis

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Entry Requirements

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Marketing, Globalisation and Culture The creative and tactical come together to propel a comprehensive understanding of what drives culture and how that translates into consumer habits and trends.

Master MSc in Economics and Business Adm.

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The profile focuses on tools for understanding globalisation processes and their impact on consumer markets and includes cross-cultural issues.

2nd semester •M arket-based Product and Service Design •A dvanced Market Anthropology •A dvanced Anthropology of Business

Students will gain competencies in interpreting the contemporary relationships between marketing and culture as well as discerning and managing similarities and differences between various cultures and contexts. In short, students will become proficient in applying contemporary principles of cultural brand management and ethnographic market research methods in a globalising and globalised cultural economy.

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The courses offer a unique combination of theory and practice to ensure a solid theoretical basis and tools readily employable in your first job. The skills obtained during your studies in Odense can be used in curriculum development, ranging from becoming an individual business entrepreneur, working as a specialist in large multinational companies or as an international consultant. Whether you want to be self-employed or a manager in public or private companies this degree will boost your future career options. A MA in Marketing, Globalisation and Culture will qualify you for jobs which focus on cultural, social and political aspects of global processes at a local, national or international level.

Compulsory courses

Odense

1st semester •M arketing Theory •M arketing Across Cultures •D oing Business in Emerging Markets

4th semester •M aster´s thesis

Entry requirements

Applicants with a BSc in Economics and Business Administration from their previous University are qualified for admission. Applicants with a professional bachelor degree and other qualifying degrees may have access provided certain demands are fulfilled. In order for a degree to be deemed as a BSc programme in Economics and Business Administration, the applicant must have a bachelor degree from a university including a minimum of 75 ECTS courses within economics and business administration. In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

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What about the University of Southern Denmark?

The first time I walked in to the main campus in Odense I was impressed by the building, all the students, and the atmosphere. The university is huge but gives you a comfortable feeling at the same time. The professors are also very helpful and I really like the fact that you can call the professor by the first name.

What do you like/not like about your current study programme?

I really do like my study program. I learn a lot in every lecture and I really like the connection between my subjects. Furthermore, I really like that we have group work. This is not only helping in applying the learned theory it also helps to get to know the other students and especially the Danes.

How many hours of classes do you have a week?

16 hours. But it is necessary to be prepared for the lecture to participate. So in total the time which is spent on preparation before and during the lectures is quite high but there is still room for some spare time activities.

How many people are in your class?

I would say the average is around 80 people but it depends on the class. Some classes are more popular than others. We are a quite mixed class, with Danish and International students and I really like this.

What are the Danes like?

The Danes are down-to-earth and I really like this about them. Furthermore, it is amazing that they all speak English, this makes the communication so much easier. Full testimonial at

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Marketing and Innovation Students explore the aspects of leadership and competitive advantage in global markets, as well as customer insight and competitive situations.

Master MSc in Economics and Business Adm.

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Do you want to be able to spot and take advantage of market opportunities? Due to increasing internationalization and globalization, businesses need managers and specialists who understand how to take on leadership to ensure competitive advantage in global markets and who can develop knowledge about customers and the competitive situation. This programme gives you the know-how skills that enable you to become such a manager. This programme enables you to spot and take advantage of new business opportunities. You can use the competences when participating in innovation projects and in creating marketing plans for existing products ensuring that your business maintains its competitive edge. This MSc based in Campus Esbjerg, requires two years of full time study, each year consisting of four quarters. The profile Marketing and Innovation consists of 60 ECTS compulsory courses, 30 ECTS that are electives, and a thesis work corresponding to 30 ECTS.

Compulsory courses

Esbjerg

•F ramework Conditions for Development of the Firm •M ethodology of the Social Sciences and Qualitative Methods •B uyer Behaviour •P roject Management •S trategy and Competition •Q uantitative Market Research Methods • I nnovation Management •S eminar in Marketing and Innovation •M aster’s thesis

The examination types vary and are adjusted to the learning objectives for the individual courses. Therefore they will be a mix of written exams and projects with or without oral examination.

Career Opportunities

A MSc in Economics and Business Administration – Marketing and Innovation gives you an excellent foundation for future career opportunities. The unique combination of theory and practice ensures a solid theoretical basis and tools readily employable in your first job. With the competences obtained during the studies you could, for example, become Marketing Coordinator or Personal Assistant for CEO.

Entry requirements

Applicants with a BSc in Economics and Business Administration from a University are qualified for admission. Applicants with a professional bachelor degree and other qualifying degrees may have access provided certain demands are fulfilled. In order for a degree to be deemed as a BSc programme in Economics and Business Administration, the applicant must have a bachelor degree from a university including a minimum of 75 ECTS courses within economics and business administration. In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

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Microeconomics The ever-changing technological and consumer developments in the consumer landscape mean networks and behaviours are constantly in flux. The Microeconomics programme encourages students to engage with these dilemmas as they develop analytical, technical and quantitative skills.

Master Master of Science in Economics

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New technologies constantly change the frames for the competition between companies and their interaction with the consumers. The intensified use of the internet and modern commutation technology creates new networks and changes the behaviour of consumers. The microeconomic profile gives you a profound basis for both understanding and reacting to these changes. It improves your knowledge of economic markets, which may take many forms. The primary focus is company market behaviour, i.e. the interaction between companies that compete, cooperate, merge and split on different markets. The profile has three compulsory courses. Advanced Microeconomics, Industrial Economics and Econometrics. In addition, you must choose a number of elective courses, which could include courses offered under other profiles. A major element of the profile is the final thesis, where you analyse a topic of your own choice.

Constituent compulsory courses •A dvanced Microeconomics (autumn) •M icroeconomics (autumn) • I ndustrial Economics (spring) •M aster’s Thesis

Constituent, elective courses

Odense

(30 ECTS) chosen among the following: Advanced Economic Evaluation, Advanced Game Theory, Economic Growth,

Advanced Health Economics, Housing and Urban Economics, and Pharmaceutical Economics.

Elective courses (30 ECTS)

Chosen among all graduate courses offered by The Academic Study Board of Economics and by The Faculty of Business and Social Sciences.

Career opportunities

Students will develop strong analytical, technical and quantitative skills allowing them to pursue a career as an economist – nationally or globally – in industry, consultancies, public institutions, academia, ministries and public or private organizations.

Entry requirements

Applicants having completed a bachelor’s programme in economics from a university can apply to be enrolled. To be deemed as a bachelor’s degree in economics, the programme must include a minimum of 100 ECTS courses within economics. As a minimum, the following subjects must be included with the stipulated number of ECTS: Mathematics (10 ECTS), Statistics (5 ECTS), Microeconomics (20 ECTS), Macroeconomics (10 ECTS), Econometrics (10 ECTS), Accounting (10 ECTS), Finance (10 ECTS). Further 25 ECTS within the above economic areas. In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

Impressions of the University of Southern Denmark?

I like that the University actually spends money on the student environment and facilities compared to German Universities. They have beautiful classrooms with updated electronics and flat screen televisions. It is nice that there are little spots to sit down in a group to talk or work on a project. There are couches everywhere that make it a comfortable and inviting environment to study or relax in.

How many hours of classes do you have a week? 10-12 hours of classes a week.

How many people are in your class? Average of 20 students

Do you get enough help from teachers?

It’s a mix due to the variety of teachers. Some teachers are really helpful while others are more hands off. But if you go and ask, they will always try to help you.

Any advice for new/ prospective students?

Take a look at the available classes and think about what you really want to specialize in due to the amount of flexibility and specificity you can achieve with the programmes being offered. Full testimonial at

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Regional Economics and Business Development The programme provides both theoretical perspectives and offers concrete empirical tools to uncover recent trends and patterns of locating in different economic and market environments. The programme has a dual perspective.

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One area concerns itself with the factors determining regional development in terms of economic performance and creating a fertile environment for business and industry. The study of the development of markets and their interrelationship with underlying factors of growth is an important element of the programme area, as well as the analysis of the strategic significance of specific markets in different parts of the world.

Compulsory courses

In the second area of study, the programme provides students with in depth analyses of the specific design of policies fostering development of markets and of strategies contributing to the strength of this development, i.e. regional business and development strategies. Both areas are closely connected to the issue of firms’ choice of location, choice and market access, and the programme’s study activities provide answers to a range of questions within that field.

2nd semester •A dvanced Spatial Analysis & Econometrics •U rban & Regional Economics •D rivers of Regional and Business Development 3rd semester •T he Territorial Agenda in an Economic Development and Business Perspective / Research seminar / Elective •P roject work or Studies abroad or Studies at SDU or another Danish University

The Master has four semesters over two years.

Career opportunities Campus Sønderborg > p 57

1st semester •P olicy Framework for Regional Development & Innovation •O rganisation & Management – SCM and Value Chain Analysis •R egional Economic Growth: • I ntroduction to Spatial Analysis & Econometrics •R egional Marketing: Concepts and Methods

This programme is tailored for students aiming at a professional career in international organization, globally oriented companies as well as development and innovation oriented public and private institutions with an explicit international or location perspective.

4th semester •M aster’s thesis

Entry requirements

Sonderborg

“The teach always wiellrs are to help us“ing Olympia, G re ece

Impressions of the University of Southern Denmark?

I am studying in campus Esbjerg. In the beginning I had some doubts about the place as it is a small campus but afterwards I was impressed by the appealing studying atmosphere, nice environment, good facilities and convenient location.

How many hours of classes do you have a week?

Each semester is divided in two quarters. We have about 8 hours a week per quarter, spreading in 2-3 days a week.

How many people are in your class?

We are 18 people. I think it is a perfect number of students in a master programme. Our collaboration is easy, having

the chance to communicate and exchange ideas and opinions.

Do you get enough help from teachers?

The teachers are always willing to help us. In fact, they force us to ask questions in the classroom or to send them an e-mail for guidance.

Any advice for new/ prospective students?

It is very important to learn Danish if you want to stay in Denmark. It has a difficult pronunciation but don’t give it up! Learning Danish will give you a lot of opportunities in both social and working life. Full testimonial at

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Sports and Event Management This dynamic programme engages the student with the complexities of the market and explores the entertainment industry and sports governance, alongside project innovation management through qualitative and quantitative methods. Companies in the sports and event sector operate in complex markets. Their customers are spectators as well as advertisers and sponsors. At the same time, some athletes and artists are club employees as well as assets which can be bought and sold. In the entertainment industries, audiences’ tastes sometimes clash with cultural objectives and values. Businesses in the sports and event sector need managers with special knowledge of these issues that enable them to manage companies to competitive advantage. The programme combines courses on the entertainment industry and sports governance with advanced management and marketing courses. It also offers courses in strategy and competition, project and innovation management, and relevant methodologies. The Master has four semesters over two years. Three terms consist of compulsory and elective courses while the final term is devoted to writing the Master’s thesis. In the third semester, students have the opportunity to participate in an exchange programme with a partner university or pursue a relevant internship in Denmark or abroad.

Career opportunities

The programme focuses on preparing students for a dynamic role within sport and event management worldwide. With an MSc in Sports and Event Management, you have the opportunity to pursue a career in profiles such as marketing and promotion, sports media, event management or in specific market analysis.

Compulsory courses

1st semester •E ntertainment Markets and Business •M ethodology of the Social Sciences – Qualitative •P roject Management •S ports Governance 2nd semester •S trategy and Competition •Q uantitative Methods • I nnovation Management •S eminar in Sports & Events 3rd semester •P roject work in a company /institution (Denmark or abroad) + project work or •S tudies abroad or •S tudies at the University of Southern Denmark or another Danish University

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4th semester •M aster´s thesis

Entry requirements

Campus Esbjerg > p 75

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Strategic Entrepreneurship The profile that provides you with the ability to manage, renew and develop entrepreneurial activity in small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) and larger corporations.

Master MSc in Economics and Business Adm.

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The aim of the programme is to provide you with the managerial capabilities necessary to work with, develop and facilitate various types of entrepreneurial activity in international contexts by combining knowledge of entrepreneurship, business development and networks with an international perspective.

2nd semester •N etwork, Resources and Entrepreneurship Strategy •O rganisation and Entrepreneurship Facilitation •R esearch Methods •M ethods of Idea Evaluation

The combined theoretical and practical approach ensures in-depth knowledge of contemporary research and business practices, as well as the framework, skills and tools arising from practical experiences required for entrepreneurial activities.

Career opportunities

Starting in either September or February, the Master has four semesters over two years. Three terms consist of compulsory and elective courses while the final term is devoted to writing the Master’s thesis. In the third semester, students have the opportunity to participate in an exchange programme with a partner university or pursue a relevant internship in Denmark or abroad.

Compulsory courses

1st semester • I ntrapreneurship and Entrepreneurship Theory and Policy • I nternationalisation and Growth •P roject Management • I dea Generation

Kolding

Whether you aim to be self-employed or aspire for a career as a manager in public or private companies this degree will boost your prospects. With high-level capabilities in facilitating entrepreneurial activities at a strategic and organizational level, the candidate will be prepared for profiles in team-leadership, project management and business consultancy in both private and public organizations at a local, national or international level.

Entry requirements

What are your impressions of Denmark? I like it, I find it quiet but still lively. It could be because I live in a small city. I’m still getting used to the change in the length of the day between summer and winter.

What about the University of Southern Denmark?

It’s a nice university, and now in Kolding we have a new building which is very beautiful. It’s also bigger than the universities in my home country.

What do you like/not like about your current study programme?

I really like that the classes are usually small, so we get into a lot of discussions with our teachers. Because we study opportunities, there is always something interesting to talk about.

How many hours of c lasses do you have a week?

It’s different from semester to semester, but right now I have 10 hours of class/week.

Do you get enough help from teachers?

Yes, We are always encouraged to email them or pass by the office if we need to talk to them. They are always willing to give feedback when we write papers.

Any advice for new/ prospective students?

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Make an effort to spend time with Danish students not only international students. It’s the way to know more about the Danish culture. And enjoy your time here, you might like it enough to stay. Full testimonial at

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Strategy and Organisation This programme supports skills central to management consulting, corporate staff functions, general management and business development.

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Students who choose this profile will gain greater knowledge within the main subjects in contemporary strategic management and organisation design. The content of the profile is based on the best in contemporary strategy and organisation research and practice. The main focus is on formulation and implementation of business and corporate strategy. Students will develop skills in using methods and tools which can support careers in management consulting, corporate staff functions, general management or business development. Students will also become experienced in leading business level and corporate level strategy and business improvement projects. Ultimately, students will gain competencies in developing and implementing business and corporate strategy, business strategy and industry analysis, organisation design and the determination of the scope of the firm.

Career opportunities Campus Odense > p 49

Odense

The courses offer a unique combination of theory and practice to ensure a solid theoretical basis and tools readily employable in your first job. Whether wish to be selfemployed or pursue a career as a manager in public or private companies this degree will boost your future career. You can, for example, work on the research and development of new ideas and the planning, management and realization of business concepts in various organisations.

Compulsory courses 1st semester •F oundations of Strategy •F oundations of Organisation •V alue Chain Design

2nd semester •B usiness Strategy •C orporate Strategy and Organisation Design •A dvanced Strategy and Organisation Theory 3rd semester •P roject work in a company /institution (Denmark or abroad) + project work or •S tudies abroad (International partner university or another international university) or •S tudies at the University of Southern Denmark or another Danish University 4th semester •M aster’s thesis

Entry requirements

Applicants with a BSc in Economics and Business Administration from a University are qualified for admission. Applicants with a professional bachelor degree and other qualifying degrees may have access provided certain demands are fulfilled. In order for a degree to be deemed as a BSc programme in Economics and Business Administration, the applicant must have a bachelor degree from a university including a minimum of 75 ECTS courses within economics and business administration. In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

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Health Science If you dream of becoming more knowledgeable about the body, and the prevention and treatments of diseases, you can gain practical and academic experience at the Faculty of Health Sciences, which works closely with the Odense University Hospital, industry and experts worldwide.

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Public Health Medicine alone cannot treat ill health. Knowledge of economics and society is also needed. Explore the challenges and possibilities for the future of public health with this multidisciplinary programme.

Master Master of Science

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Ms. Janne Krogh, jkrogh@health.sdu.dk

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Esbjerg

This two year Master’s programme is organised in quarters. The quarters consist of four annual teaching periods of each eight weeks that end with an exam period in continuation of a teaching period. The first semester is comprised of a general introduction to public health theories, tools and methods, including modules on biostatistics and health policy. The second semester comprises two compulsory modules: Evaluation and Advanced Epidemiology. The remaining time will be devoted to modules belonging to a chosen specialisation. Currently four specialisations are offered: Health Promotion, Global Health, Risk Research and Health Economics and Management. On the third semester students can choose from modules within the four specialisation tracks as well as other electives. The third semester also offers the possibility of an internship or studies abroad. The fourth semester is devoted to the work on the Master’s Thesis, which can be carried out individually or by two students together. In addition to the formal teacher supervision, the students are offered master’s thesis seminars giving them the possibilities to discuss the exposition, research design, methods and empirical investigation.

Career Opportunities

Students will have many exciting job opportunities. Examples of potential jobs may be health related service-, management-, and planning assignments within public and private institutions, companies, and organisations. Potential jobs can be found in national and regional agencies and institutions as well as agencies and institutions of large municipalities - e.g. the Ministry of the Interior, the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Social Affairs and the Ministry of Employment and their agencies, hospital and health managements together with social and health planning departments in regions and municipalities. In addition, students can apply for jobs in national and international organisations dealing with prevention and combating of disease - e.g. WHO, the EU, Red Cross, the OECD and the World Bank.

Admission

Admission requires a bachelor’s degree within Health Sciences. If applicants lack knowledge within biostatistics, epidemiology and theory of science, the University offers a supplementary course after admission. The course is consisting of a distance learning programme and 1 week’s training in Esbjerg during the summer period. In addition, documentation is required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

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Science If you are interested in the origins of life, if you want to develop bio and nanotechnology, or like to learn about the natural world, from proteins to whales the facilities and leading international specialists are at the Faculty of Science to guide your curiosity.

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Applied Mathematics Do you want to be a problem solver? Would you like to learn to utilise advanced mathematical tools and computers to model, analyse and solve complex problems in business or research? Then study Applied Mathematics in Odense.

Master Master of Science

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Mr. Rune Wulff Christensen, rwc@sdu.dk

Campus Odense > p 49

An applied mathematician is often motivated by a problem outside the realm of mathematics. An applied mathematician masters, and is capable of developing the mathematical tools that have helped create the modern society of industry and information. An applied mathematician can: • comprehend a complex problem • make a credible model of the problem • a nalyse and calculate the consequences of the model • i mplement algorithms belonging to the model on a computer. This Master programme has a high level of flexibility meaning that the only mandatory part of the programme is 10 ECTS of constituent Master courses within the areas Mathematics and Statistics and Algorithms and Optimisation. In addition there are 20 ECTS of elective courses where you can choose between all Master courses within science. The programme contains a perspectival module where it is possible to take an internship, go abroad on exchange or to specialise by following elective courses. The 60 ECTS Master’s thesis gives you plenty of time to specialise in a topic within applied mathematics. The thesis is carried out with a supervisor and it is concluded with an oral presentation.

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Career Opportunities

Today, computer simulations have become an indispensable tool in research, to increase our

understanding of nature, as well as in the design and development of industrial services and products. As an applied mathematician, you will work with computer simulations of challenging and complex phenomena, with job openings in many different kinds of private businesses, as well as universities and other research institutions. As for mathematicians in general, unemployment among applied mathematicians is virtually unknown. The Master’s degree in Applied Mathematics aims towards employment in the private business sector or at research institutions. It is common for applied mathematics projects to be completed on behalf of or in collaboration with companies. If you want to work in research, a Master’s degree from the University of Southern Denmark is an advantageous foundation to a PhD.

Admission

The requirement for admission is a Bachelor’s degree (or other degree based on at least three years of higher education after the high school level). You must have qualifications in mathematics, numerical analysis and statistics corresponding to at least 50 ECTS. In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

“I am memetianlgl people froultures“ differDeiannat, Slcovakia Impressions of the University of Southern Denmark?

I have a bunch of possibilities here that I wouldn’t at home, and I am meeting people from all different cultures. If you fancy sports, cultural meetings, travelling, studying in groups, a huge library or anything else, you can very likely find it here.

What do you like/not like about your current study programme?

What I really like is that we don’t have compulsory courses and I can really choose almost all of my subjects – I would really like to concentrate on Statistics, and I am choosing my courses accordingly. It’s also great that we can do an internship during our studies or our Master thesis, because that way we earn skills even before finishing uni. Then we are going to be in a much better position compared to those that haven’t had that opportunity.

How many hours of classes do you have a week?

I have approx. 20 hours per week.

How many people are in your class?

I consider myself very lucky, because I’ve already tried classes with many people, but now I mostly have classes consisting of 5-10 students. That is great, because it is very easy to approach the teachers, and they are always willing to help us. Full testimonial at /studentsatsdu

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What do you like/not like about your current study programme?

I really like the large amount of practical classes. We had many excursions were we could see the things we were learning and not only believe them from a book. The University also helps a lot with the Master thesis. To have a year to develop your own project is not very common. And you can use the University cars and get help for so many things. I can say that I made the better choice joining this program.

Do you get enough help from teachers?

Yes. The teachers were always really helpful not only in the class but also in their offices. Actually, in one of our courses, one teacher was complaining for half an hour because we did not ask too many questions and he thought that we did not understand his lectures.

Do you think your career prospects are better in Denmark compared to your home country?

Absolutely. My dream was always to work with marine mammals. Now in Denmark, I am not only studying but I also got a study job, and not any kind of job, my dream job: I am training seals for the University!

What are the Danes like?

I have to say that my first experience with Danes was absolutely perfect. The university has volunteers to help the international students. They are called buddies. My buddy is the best one ever. She picked me up at the train station, brought me to my apartment, showed me the city centre and the University and helped me with my papers. She is now one of my best friends. Full testimonial at

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Biology The Department of Biology has strong foundations in research with special focus on Environmental Stress, Sound Communication and Behaviour, Ecology, Evolutionary Biodemography, Arctic Biology and Earth Evolution. The programme is research driven and provides you with ample opportunity to specialise within the area you are most passionate about. This is a two-year programme. During the first year, the classes will insure that you achieve a broad suite of competences relevant to biology. During the second year, the primary emphasis is research, the result of which will become your individual MSc thesis. You can choose to focus on the topics you find particularly interesting. You can either opt for a broad profile or specialise in one of the following fields: • Animal sound communication and behaviour • Environmental biology • Marine science The courses are mainly experimental, involve group work, and several include fieldwork, taking advantage of the easy access to our terrestrial, fresh water and marine field stations. You have a unique opportunity to obtain a scientific diving certificate as part of this Biology programme (see website).

Required courses:

- Planning and Evaluation of Biological Studies, - Field Course in Freshwater or Marine Biology

Career Opportunities

Biologists are employed in positions within a wide range of biology areas ranging from biotechnology, pharmaceutical companies, nature and the environment to biological production within agriculture and the fishing industry. Alternatively, the transferable skills you will obtain during completion of a biosciences

degree will place you in excellent standing to enter professions such as management, journalism, medical laboratory work, forensic science or nature conservation. Some choose to teach at upper secondary school, in connection with different forms of adult education or with communicating biological knowledge in the media and publishing worlds. If you want to work in research, a Master’s from the University of Southern Denmark is an advantageous foundation to a PhD.

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To be admitted to this programme, you must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Biology or another degree based on at least three years of higher education after the high school level with good grades. Qualifications in biology corresponding to at least 60 ECTS, including the following subject areas: •T he structures and functions of biomolecules and cells. •T he systematics, structures, development and functions of organisms. •T he interaction between organisms and their environment. •T he evolution of life.

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Biomedicine Biomedicine is the study of diseases at the molecular and cellular levels, bridging the gap between the fields of medicine and science. Biomedics can collaborate with physicians to help develop new diagnostic methods and treatments of disease.

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Biomedicine is an interdisciplinary programme run as a collaboration between the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, the Institute of Molecular Medicine and the Institute of Clinical Research at the University of Southern Denmark and the Odense University Hospital. The first year of the Master’s programme revolves around three core courses: - Human pathophysiology, where disease mechanisms are studied on a cellular, subcellular and molecular level.

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- Advanced pharmacology, which concerns the effect mechanisms of pharmaceuticals on a cellular level and organ level in order to treat diseases in the nervous system, the bone structure, infections and blastoma. - Medical Neurobiology, which is handled by the Faculty of Health Science and deals with the central nervous system and its structure and function, as well as the most important central nervous diseases. The programme contains a perspectival module where it is possible to take an internship, go abroad on exchange or to specialise by following elective courses. The second year is devoted to your Master’s thesis (60 ECTS).

Career Opportunities

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The use of biotechnology and gene technology in diagnosis and disease treatment is an area

that is developing rapidly and there is a great need for qualified personnel in research and development in industry as well as in public institutions. A degree in Biomedicine provides great opportunities for an exciting career in Denmark as well as abroad where academic challenges are combined with contributing to human welfare through combatting diseases. As a biomedic, you may find job openings in both the public healthcare system and in private companies. This could be in connection with the research and development projects in the pharmaceutical industry, the medical industry, the biotech industry, foodstuffs technology, at hospitals, at universities and at research centres. If you want to work in research, a Master’s from the University of Southern Denmark is an advantageous foundation to a PhD.

Admission

To be admitted to this programme, you must hold a Bachelor’s degree (or other degree based on at least three years of higher education after the high school level). You must have qualifications in biochemistry and molecular biology corresponding to at least 60 ECTS, as well as fundamental knowledge of pharmacology, physiology and anatomy. In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

What are your mpressions of Denmark?

Denmark is a very nature-oriented country. Even if you live in a big city, it doesn’t take more than a few minutes to find yourself surrounded by trees, green hills or beaches. Also I am fascinated by the work life balance and the easy-going attitude. So far I am very happy with my choice.

What about the University of Southern Denmark?

SDU is a complex institution that hosts an enormous number of people and still offers student support and a laidback environment. The increasing number of internationally oriented programs combined with the multicultural student body makes the University an amazing place to be.

What do you like/not like about your current study programme?

The main advantage of my program is the flexibility in curriculum planning. While there is a number of obligatory courses, I was able to combine practical work in the Microbiology lab with Business Development and Project Management courses. I enjoy the interdisciplinary approach, however there is a strong emphasis on group work in many courses, which can be challenging at times.

How many hours of classes do you have a week? Here studying is an individual responsibility, therefore the number of hours one spends in classes is limited. I would say that on average it’s 18 hours.

How many people are in your class?

In any case, the classes are relatively small and the number of participants does not exceed 20.

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Why the University of Southern Denmark?

I found the University of Southern Denmark over the Internet and went then to the Study Try Out Day. The people there were really friendly and helpful, which does not make the decision so hard. Besides that, I compared the offers of other chemistry departments in Denmark, and at SDU it fitted the best. It is amazing that you have such a big choice of what you can do and that not everything is already fixed.

How are the teachers/lectures? The study environment?

The teachers are so different from the ones in Germany. Here, we are a small group of students, the teachers know you by name and you are not just a number. You always get help and it is so nice that everyone is treated in the same nice, polite, helpful and friendly way.

What do you gain from studying abroad? What skills/experiences do you get to take home with you?

Studying abroad showed me that even though at the beginning I was a bit afraid, I learned so many new things and for me it was the best decision to go abroad. I got to know so many different people from different countries and their culture. Full testimonial at

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Chemistry As a student of Chemistry, you get the opportunity to work in some of the country’s best laboratories and you have great job and career prospects when you graduate.

Chemistry is a fundamental part of our everyday lives. It is all around us in the reactions, properties and combinations of matter in our own bodies and in the world. Chemical research is instrumental in developing new materials and pharmaceuticals. In this programme, you get the opportunity to work in some of the country’s best laboratories. You will become part of the research in chemical compounds for new pharmaceutical products and modified DNA, which will help us target infected cells in the body. Your skills will also allow you to be an expert on environmental chemistry issues. The Department of Physics, Chemistry and Pharmacy at the University of Southern Denmark, has four main fields of research: • Materials, environment and energy • Theory, calculation and simulation • Synthesis and pharmaceutical science • Living technology and biophysics The programme contains a perspectival module where it is possible to take an internship, go abroad on exchange or to specialise by following elective courses. All master’s programmes at the Faculty of Science are characterised by a large number of electives. This allows you to specialise by taking elective courses in Denmark or abroad or conducting a research project in close cooperation with a business.

Required courses:

- Inorganic chemistry B - Structural chemistry and spectroscopy Students are also required to choose one subject under each of the fields Organic Chemistry and Theoretical Chemistry.

Career Opportunities

As a chemist, you can find employment in a number of fields within the industry. In research and development, you have the opportunity as an organic or inorganic chemist to join the production of new molecules with pharmaco-chemical potential. As an environmental chemist, you can help investigate where pollution originates and as a specialist in material chemistry, you can help develop new materials for fuel cells. If you want to work in research, a Master’s from the University of Southern Denmark is an advantageous foundation to a PhD.

Admission

To be admitted to this programme, you must hold a bachelor’s degree or other degree based on at least three years of higher education after the high school level. You must have qualifications in chemistry, including relevant auxiliary subjects, corresponding to at least 80 ECTS.

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Computational Biomedicine Graduates in Computational biomedicine are able to understand and reflect on knowledge regarding the integration and application of computational methods in the life sciences, including molecular biology, structural biology, genomics, proteomics, metabolomics and bioinformatics.

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Computational Biomedicine focuses on the application and development of computational biology and bioinformatics methods for the analysis of next-generation molecular data sets gathered on an ever increasing scale in hospitals all around the world.

Career Opportunities

This programme will provide you with the skills necessary to drive this exciting future market as a biomedical data analyst and/or developer of innovative biomedical computer science solutions. This will allow you to contribute in shaping the future of computer assisted modern medicine.

In addition, graduates’ skills within the modelling of complex dynamic systems and their knowledge of statistical methods also provides career opportunities in consultancies, patent agencies and in some cases also in the banking sector.

During the first year, you will combine required and elective courses with a research profile in either Systems Biology or Bioinformatics. The former focuses on large-scale omics data sets, biological networks and advanced modelling, whereas the latter focuses on sequence analysis, structure and function studies of biomolecules, translational medicine and epidemiology. The required courses take conversion classes in biology, mathematics and programming as their starting points. You must select two of the three conversion classes, depending on your qualifying bachelor’s degree. The second year is devoted to full-time research with a thesis preparation project (30 ECTS) and the thesis itself (30 ECTS).

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Especially in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries, the health-care sector and at universities, there is growing demand for graduates who are fully versed in the use of computers and special software in the biological and biomedical fields.

If you want to work in research, a Master’s from the University of Southern Denmark is an advantageous foundation to a PhD.

Admission

To be admitted to this programme, you must hold a bachelor’s degree in natural sciences or another relevant degree based on at least three years of higher education after the high school level. Students will be qualified for admission after an individual assessment by the Study Board. In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

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Computer Science The Master’s programme in Computer science gives you a broad knowledge of information technology focused on algorithmic techniques, which form the basis for developing effective and secure modern software solutions.

Do you want to be part of the rapid development in the world of IT, be it in computergame programming, bioinformatics, databases, algorithms, operative systems, super computers or web technology? And do you want an IT degree which will not be obsolete just because someone introduces a new programming language or a new interface? If your answer to both questions is yes, this Computer science programme is the obvious choice for you. The first year of the Master’s programme in Computer Science consists of course work, whereas the second year is taken up by an individual Master’s thesis project. The programme has a high level of flexibility meaning that the only mandatory part of the programme is 20 ECTS of constituent master courses within the areas Mathematics and Statistics and Algorithms and Optimisation. In addition, there is 10 ECTS of elective courses where you can choose between all master courses within science. All science master programmes contain a perspectival module where it is possible to take an internship, go abroad on exchange or to specialise by following elective courses.

Career Opportunities

Unemployment is virtually unheard of among computer scientists. The majority of Computer science graduates from the

University of Southern Denmark are employed in the private sector, typically as software developers, analysts or IT consultants. With a degree in Computer Science, you can handle many different types of jobs and you will have the qualifications to gain new, complex skills independently. You will play a part in developing new variants of central algorithms and data structures and thereby help construct computer hardware and operative systems. The solid academic base that you gain through your education means that you can adapt to many environments and companies are more likely to hire flexible workers with great potential for development. If you want to work in research, a Master’s degree from the University of Southern Denmark is an advantageous foundation to a PhD.

Admission

To be admitted to this programme, you must hold a bachelor’s degree or other degree based on at least three years of higher education after the high school level. You must have qualifications in computer science corresponding to at least 100 ECTS.

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Mathematics Develop your knowledge of scientific theories and methods, your experience in working independently with scientific questions and your ability to express yourself clearly on academic issues. This Masters programme qualifies you to participate in scientific work and independently handle business functions with your background in these learned skills.

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In this Master programme, you get the opportunity to immerse yourself in current issues and complete your own research projects. The programme will provide you with a good basis for handling complex problems which are relevant in many different careers. The programme has a high level of flexibility meaning that the only mandatory part of the programme is 30 ECTS of constituent Master courses within Mathematics.

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You can also choose subjects from your own areas of interest. Research areas within our department include: Operator Algebras, Combinatorics and Topological Methods, Discrete Mathematics and Graph Theory, Banach Spaces, and Geometry. The 30 ECTS Master’s thesis together with 30 ECTS of preparatory work gives you plenty of time to specialise in a topic within mathematics. The thesis is carried out with a supervisor and it is concluded with an oral presentation.

Career Opportunities

For mathematicians, unemployment is virtually unknown.

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You have many career opportunities in Denmark as well as abroad. Because of the analytical qualifications which are acquired through the programme. Mathematicians are often preferred for analyst positions. In economy, the health sector, construction etc.

there are often enormous amounts of data which need to be structured and analysed. Some mathematicians focus on statistics and they have great career opportunities in analysis institutes, hospitals, pharmaceutical companies etc. There are many political and health-related decisions which are made on the basis of statistical analyses. If you want to work in research, it usually necessitates completing a PhD. A PhD student is usually paid through a scholarship from a university, a foundation or through a collaboration with a company.

Admission

Entry requirements for the Master’s programme in Mathematics: •B achelor’s degree or other degree based on at least three years of higher education after the high school level. •Q ualifications in mathematics corresponding to at least 75 ECTS, including the following subjects areas: - Geometry and topology - Algebra - Real and complex analysis - Statistics and probability Students will be qualified for admission after an individual assessment by the Study Board. In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

Why did you choose Denmark?

Denmark has always been one of my favourite holiday destinations, because it’s close to the sea and the Danes have a positive mentality. So I was curious to see what it would be like to live and study in Denmark. It was also possible to study in English. This was certainly a plus as I didn’t know much Danish when I first came here .

Why the University of Southern Denmark?

The study programme at SDU offered some possibilities I would not have had at my home university. The Master programme is in many ways more flexible, which means that I am able to choose courses from other study programmes, or do individual projects instead of normal courses. I also liked the idea of living in Odense, which seemed to be a nice small student town with lots of possibilities for social and cultural life .

How are the teachers/ lectures? The study environment?

The study environment in Odense is really good. The facilities at university are well equipped, classes are usually small and I especially appreciate the informal relationship between teachers and students, which is very different from what I was used to before. There is no feeling of hierarchy and the professors really seem to care about the students, which creates a pleasant learning atmosphere and even makes it possible to have a personal chat with them occasionally . Full testimonial at

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Medical Chemistry This Master’s programme is focused on the interdisciplinary field between chemistry, molecular biology and medical science. Whether you dream of a job in the pharmaceutical industry, the hospital sector or as a researcher, Medical Chemistry is a great starting point. In this programme, you supplement your basic chemistry education with a range of advanced chemistry courses such as spectroscopy and molecular modelling, as well as a variety of elective courses in, for instance, organic chemistry, which provide experience in medical chemistry and the development of new pharmaceuticals. You can also take some health science courses in pharmacology and physiology. The first semester will include chemistry courses such as spectroscopy and molecular modelling and a variety of courses in medical and biological chemistry, specialising you in the development of new medicines. In the second semester you can do elective courses at the University of Southern Denmark or other universities abroad. You also have the option of conducting a research project in close collaboration with a business. In the final year of the programme, you write a Master’s thesis. You will typically be assigned to a research team at the University. The thesis can also be completed in collaboration with external partners. The thesis has a scope of 60 ECTS, equivalent to a full year’s work. You complete the project with an academic paper and an oral defence.

Career Opportunities

You can work in the pharmaceutical industry, developing new, biologically active molecules which form the basis for new pharmaceuticals. And with your experience in Chemistry and Biochemistry combined with knowledge of health and disease prevention, you can both contribute to advanced research and

development and to more general project planning and management. If you are more into the molecularbiological field, you can also work with research in the pre-clinical phase. Here, you perform tests to determine whether a newly developed medicine can be sent on through the testing process until finally reaching the clinical phase - that is clinical trials on human subjects. If you want to work in research, a Master’s from the University of Southern Denmark is an advantageous foundation to a PhD.

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To be admitted, you must hold a bachelor’s degree (or other degree based on at least three years of higher education after the high school level). You must have qualifications in chemistry corresponding to at least 75 ECTS and qualifications in biochemistry, molecular biology, physiology, pharmacology or the formulation of medications corresponding to at least 25 ECTS. Students will be qualified for admission after an individual assessment by the Study Board.

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Molecular Bioscience Understanding genes, proteins and their functions and cell reactions are central areas in the research of both cancer, diabetes and infectious diseases. The department researchers collaborate with some of the largest biotech and pharmaceutical companies, and the programme gives you the opportunity to combine academic challenges with fighting disease.

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Research in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology is centred around the fundamental processes which control all life and development of cells. That is, the study of how genes are constructed and organised, how gene activity is regulated and how gene information is translated through RNA to proteins. The first year consists of an experimental core course in advanced protein chemistry and biological mass spectrometry, which can be supplemented with an experimental course in molecular microbiology and/or an experimental course in cloning and characterisation of human proteins. The programme is known for a large number of electives. This gives you the opportunity to specialise according to your interests in all fields within the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. The second year of the programme is devoted to the Master’s thesis, a 60 ECTS research project. This may be conducted at one of the laboratories of the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, within the areas of proteomics/mass spectrometry, molecular biomedicine or molecular microbiology. The project can also be conducted at another laboratory, e.g. at the Odense University Hospital.

Career Opportunities

Through a broadly designed programme we aim to equip graduates for careers in research, development and teaching in companies and institutions where molecular biotechnology is used, or to prepare students for PhD studies in Biochemistry and molecular biology. A Master’s degree in Molecular Bioscience opens up great opportunities for an exciting career where academic challenges can be combined with contributing to human wellbeing. Development within biotechnology and gene technology has been rapid in recent years and the demand for molecular bioscientists has increased significantly. Typical employers include biotechnological and pharmaceutical companies, the healthcare sector and private research institutions.

Admission

To be admitted to this programme, you must hold a Bachelor’s degree (or other degree based on at least three years of higher education after the high school level).You must have qualifications in molecular bioscience corresponding to at least 60 ECTS. In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

Why did you choose Denmark?

The interesting courses offered in English was what caught my eye. As well as the international outlook and research network in the field of science. English is used so extensively it is almost a second native language to the Danes. Also, the bicycling culture and focus on a healthy lifestyle were two aspects that appealed to me and completed the overall picture of what I thought would be an enriching and fruitful experience.

Why the University of Southern Denmark

It is a huge university offering a variety of different courses with flexibility in terms of combining various courses to constitute the degree. Also, the scientific equipment and techniques used are modern and the instructors/ professors often have had a global experience and networks for research. In addition, the course that I chose was offered on the main campus in Odense, which is known to be a student friendly city with a big number of international students.

How are the teachers/ lectures? The study environment?

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What do you like/not like about your current study programme?

I really like the program that I’m in, the professors are very knowledgeable and the classes are structured very well. The examination style is something I really like about this program. For my exams, all of them had an oral component. I think this really tests your knowledge of a subject and also how you think through problems.

How many hours of classes do you have a week?

In a typical week I had 16 hours of class, which consisted of lectures and exercises classes.

How many people are in your class?

My classes were very small with only about 5-9 people in each class.

Do you get enough help from teachers?

The teachers at SDU were amazing. Not only are they top figures in their field, but they are also very good at teaching. As a foreign student, all of the professors went out of their way to make sure I was adjusting well and understanding everything. The energy they put into assuring that I was having a successful trip was above and beyond! There is a very informal atmosphere in the Danish education system, so you are able to have a very friendly and equal footing with your professors.

Any advice for new/prospective students?

Just do it. Denmark is a great country to come to as a student. If you are willing to try a new experience in a culture that is not afraid of life and intellectually stimulating then come to Denmark. You won’t regret your decision to come to Odense. Full testimonial at

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Physics The study of Physics deals with phenomena ranging from the smallest elementary particles to the cosmos. Between these extremes are atoms, molecules, compounds and liquids with a multitude of properties, which physicists describe and utilise. The Master’s programme in Physics is strongly oriented towards both theoretical and experimental physics and enables you to excel in your preferred area of expertise. Already in the first year of this programme, you get the possibility to focus on the type of career and area of physics which you are most interested in, such as: Surface physics, Statistical physics, Biophysics and Particle physics. The programme is characterised by a large number of electives. This allows you to specialise by taking elective courses in Denmark or abroad, or conducting a research project in close cooperation with a business. There are 30 ECTS of mandatory courses within Quantum Physics, Statistical Physics, Experimental biophysics and Laser physics and Laser spectroscopy . Through working on your thesis in your second year (60 ECTS), you have the opportunity to contribute new knowledge. One or more researchers at the department will supervise you and you will also have the opportunity to develop your thesis in collaboration with external researchers.

Career Opportunities

With a degree in Physics, you have many career opportunities in Denmark as well as abroad. Physicists at the Department of Physics and Chemistry at the University of Southern Denmark find employment in many different places both in the public and the private sector. The technological challenges of the future become an exciting job market for physicists.

Physics is a very broad, scientific programme which opens the door to many different jobs. Several of our graduates work as teachers and mediators at high schools, colleges etc., others hold research positions at universities in Denmark and abroad. A third grouping work in the public health sector as hospital physicists. About half the graduates work in various positions in the private business sector. It might be in connection with research and development assignments in private companies, but often it is the general and personal qualifications developed during your studies which are the most important when job hunting.

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To be admitted to this programme, you must hold a bachelor’s degree (or other degree based on at least three years of higher education after the high school level). You must have solid qualifications in introductory quantum mechanics, classical mechanics, electromagnetism and optics, thermodynamics, statistical mechanics, condensed matter physics and experimental physics. In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

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Humanities If you are into media, communication and language, you can combine new fields of research and traditional study programmes at the Faculty of Humanities. Academics around the world are impressed with the Facultyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s interdisciplinary approach and progressive research.

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International Business Adm. and Modern Languages Faced with growing political, economic, cultural, and social globalization, businesses will make increasing demands on their employees, who will have to work across national and linguistic borders. Obtain a mix of economic and linguistic skills and go international!

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The BSc in Flensburg and Sønderborg combines business economics and business language (English and Danish) and qualifies you for internationally oriented jobs in private enterprises as well as in public organisations. The programme is offered in cooperation with the University of Flensburg and is based in both Flensburg and Sønderborg. This means that it has a significant international profile, in terms of the subjects taught and in terms of the study environment. The international profile is reflected in the double degree that you will obtain upon graduation: a German as well as a Danish bachelor degree.

Programme Structure

This Bachelor is a three-year programme, with the first two years spent studying introductory and compulsory modules across languages, economics, work psychology, accounting, law, statistics, marketing, theory of social sciences and many more. These modules are intended to provide a solid foundation upon which to move into the third year, where you can study more specialised elective modules for example at a university abroad, and spend the final semester with a focus on writing your Bachelor project.

Career Opportunities

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This is the study programme for you if you want to combine studies in business language with studies in business economics. Faced with growing political, economic, cultural, and social globalisation, business employees will have to be able to work across national and linguistic borders.

Graduates from this programme possess a range of competencies which qualify for employment in internationally-oriented businesses, organisations and institutions within the private and public sector. Graduates are able to conduct comparative analyses and evaluations of economic and linguistic business problems in connection with international activities; to conduct, participate, and solve internal and external communication tasks involved in the process. In addition to insight into the discipline of business economics, graduates also have knowledge of cultural and socio-economic relations and their effect upon linguistic and business economic issues. This includes knowledge of the relationship between psychology and communication and its influence on the transmission of messages to various target audiences. Graduates are proficient in oral and written English and Danish.

Admission

Documentation may be required verifying that your proficiency in English is at a specified level. In addition, the programme requires an intensive Danish course which the student must pass before classes begin in September. See page 252 for application procedure.

What are your impressions of Denmark?

Denmark is a beautiful country. The society is very progressive and, all in all, things seem to go in the right direction.

What about the University of Southern Denmark?

SDU is a modern university and well organised. Moreover, it offers its students a lot of services such as free access to copiers and important software.

How many hours of classes do you have a week? In this semester it’s 13 hours.

How many people are in your class?

It depends. In my Danish / English classes are usually around 20 students. In other courses taught in Sønderborg, it’s around 80 and courses offered by the EuropaUniversity of Flensburg, it may be around 150.

Do you get enough help from teachers?

Yes. They are always willing to help you, you just need to ask.

What is it like to be an international student in a foreign country?

“The society is very progressiavnye“

I see myself as “half-international student” as I still live in Germany. But of course it broadens one’s mind (especially culturally) if your teachers are from another country and have a different way of teaching things. Full testimonial at

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Impressions of the University of Southern Denmark?

Our campus in Sønderborg is spectacular: The architecture is amazingly modern, simple and comfortable at the same time. Classes are taught in small groups and are generally of very high quality. Moreover, the staff are generally friendly and helpful and the environment both very active and calm.

How many hours of classes do you have a week?

I am in the sixth semester and just finished my bachelor project. While we wrote the project, we had three courses, which is equivalent to approx. 6 hours per week.

Do you get enough help from teachers?

Definitely! If something’s unclear you can just approach your teachers personally or contact them via mail and you’ll get help immediately.

What are the Danes like?

Danes are open-minded, flexible, laid-back and kind. The moment you make a friend in Denmark, you know you have a friend for your lifetime.

Any advice for new/ prospective students?

Check the curriculum carefully and check financial aid in both your home country and Denmark. Invest time in finding the best programme for yourself. Be open and enjoy every moment – studying in Denmark is the perfect combination of high life quality and high educational standards. Full testimonial at

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Modern Languages and Intercultural Communication Studies crossing national and linguistic borders. If you have a passion for languages this programme is for you!

This BA study programme crosses national and language borders, since you will be studying in an intercultural environment in which teachers as well as students are of different nationalities. In addition to Danish students, there are also many from Germany. Speaking foreign languages will thus be a part of everyday life on campus. The BA is located at Alsion, SDU’s campus in Sønderborg. Alsion is our university’s most international campus with students and staff from all over the world.

Course Structure

The programme will train theoretical and practical aspects of language and provide you with the tools for solving language and communication problems in businesses and organisations, as well as for teaching foreign languages. The combinations of foreign languages offered are: English/German for students whose native language is Danish, and English/ Danish for students who do not have Danish as a native language. For those who wish to study English/Danish, you need to be very good at German. Your first three semesters will be spent studying compulsory modules in foreign languages, intercultural communication, grammar, culture studies and more. After having studied in Sønderborg for the first three semesters, you may spend either a study or internship period abroad. This will give you a unique chance to test your skills and to see how far they can take you. Choose this study programme if you want to experience the world while you are studying.

Your final two semesters will be spent on more intensive language, business language and theoretical modules, alongside a Bachelor project.

Career Opportunities

A substantial demand exists in business life for employees with solid foreign language qualifications. In Denmark, the demand for employees with qualifications in English is dominant. However, Danish is in demand as well, since competence in the Danish language can form a bridge to the Scandinavian market as a whole. This BA provides you with qualifications in language, cultural understanding and communication. This profile will qualify you for employment as a language and communication specialist in private and public enterprises as well as in institutions and organisations in Denmark and abroad. In addition, you will be qualified for conducting in-house language training.

Bachelor BA in Modern Languages

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Admission

Documentation may be required verifying that your proficiency in English is at a specified level. Please note that the programme requires an intensive course in Danish which the student must pass before classes begin in September. See page 252 for application procedure.

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American Studies What does it mean to be an American? Is there a shared American culture, or is that just something Europeans imagine? Study the global superpower - and get the chance to experience it yourself.

Master Master of Art

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Charlotte Granly granly@sdu.dk

Campus Odense > p 49

Due to the global reach of the United States, most Europeans have the impression that they “know” America, which is often perceived as a single culture, with little recognition of the complexity and variety that are characteristic of the nation. American Studies is a two year MA programme that focuses on the world’s leading superpower. It looks at culture, politics, economics, literature, and society in a country of more than 300 million inhabitants in fifty distinct states. It represents an interdisciplinary study that draws on several disciplines in order to ensure that students can understand and analyse American cultural identities and the changing relationship between the United States and the rest of the world. The programme is intended to give you a broad spectrum of knowledge within the American Studies discipline. Courses are taught by internationally recognised researchers who cover all aspects of American history, culture, politics, social studies, transnationalism, and literature.

Course Content

The first semester requires all students to take three courses – one in history, one in cultural studies, and one in Theory and Method in American Studies.

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During the second semester, students take two thematic courses, one in history and politics, the other in literature and culture studies. For the remaining 10 ECTS, students may take up either an elective or an internship.

The majority of elective courses are in participating departments, including history, political science, English, media studies, religion, journalism, and marketing. During the third semester, many students choose to complete internships either in Denmark or abroad, or spend the semester on exchange at a university overseas. SDU has many exchange agreements with American universities. The final semester is spent writing your Master’s Thesis.

Career Opportunities

Our graduates have gone on to work in such diverse fields as high school teaching, government ministries, TV news consultants and PhD studies. Our graduates have such a variety of job possibilities because they have different BA degrees and because they are able to develop particular areas of expertise through their selection of elective courses, internships, terms abroad, and the topic of their MA thesis.

Admission

You must hold a Bachelor’s degree in a related subject. Previous backgrounds have included History, Politics, English Studies, Journalism and Law. In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

What are your impressions of Denmark?

Denmark is full of surprises for such a small country. I love it! From its extremely nice and helpful people to its gorgeous scenery and architecture, you discover something new every day. The only issue that might be a problem for some is the cost of living, which was quite a shock when I first arrived in the country.

How many hours of classes do you have a week?

The number of hours of classes I had per week ranged between 7 and 12, depending on the course. This is a good system for it allowed me to have plenty of time to prepare the readings or do the assignments and have some free time to go out and socialise.

How many people are in your class?

The class consisted of around 30 people from all over the world. It was a mixture of Internationals and Danes that bonded fast and worked well together. Now, I know that wherever I will go in the world, I will find a friend there.

Do you get enough help from teachers?

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One thing I like about SDU is that you can ask for help from your teachers anytime, and they will always find time to help you. You can even set up meetings if a telephone call or an e-mail didn’t answer your questions. The teachers here really focus on you and your needs and guide you to the best solution for your problem. Full testimonial at

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What are your impressions of Denmark?

People here are friendly, welcoming and open. From early on, you are asked to contribute with ideas and share opinions, which I really appreciated and liked about this country. Denmark is a great country for studying, living and working.

What about the University of Southern Denmark?

The University of Southern Denmark (Campus Sønderborg) is a great institution offering excellent education. I always enjoyed studying here. It’s student services are also exceptional. The university helps so much with the organisation of a semester abroad, study job and career arrangements. The University of Southern Denmark is not only a place to study, but also a place to meet and spend time with your friends and study colleagues; it is a place everybody likes to be.

How many hours of classes do you have a week?

I have approximately 15 hours of classes per week.

Do you get enough help from teachers?

Another advantage of studying at the University of Southern Denmark (Campus Sønderborg) is that classes are rather small. As a student, you profit from being close to the lecturer and there is always room for questions and discussion.

Any advice for new/ prospective students?

I would definitely recommend learning Danish. A proficient knowledge of Danish is the key to getting a great study job and to building up a valuable, extensive network of contacts. Full testimonial at

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Business, Language and Culture (Sønderborg/Flensburg) Extend your knowledge in the areas of business economics and business language. In Flensburg/Sønderborg, you will find an intercultural study environment in which foreign languages (English, Danish, or German) are not just subjects, but an integral part of your everyday life. Working in business enterprises or organisations with an international orientation, one may seldom rely on knowledge of economics and business administration alone. Mastering foreign languages and being able to cope with the challenges of foreign cultures is equally important, for instance when negotiating agreements on financial or other matters.

Certain courses in social sciences and humanities are compulsory for all students in the first two semesters. In addition, students must choose one of four profiles as a specialisation (Small Business Management & Entrepreneurship, Strategy & Organisation, Organisational Behaviour & Human Resource Management, Marketing and Media Management).

This programme offers you the opportunity to extend your knowledge in the areas of business economics and business language. Faced with growing political, economic, cultural and social globalisation, business employees will have to be able to work across national and linguistic borders.

The third semester is spent studying elective modules or one semester at a university abroad, while the fourth is reserved for writing your Master’s thesis.

The degree will provide you with a high level of qualifications for analysing, evaluating, and performing the tasks involved in the international activities of business enterprises, tasks in which communication and mediation skills often play an important role. Thus the study programme combines foreign language competences with the study of social conditions as well as economic and sociological factors influencing decisionmaking processes in various cultures. You have the possibility to get a double degree from SDU and Universität Flensburg as a MSc in Business, Language and Culture/MA International Management student in Flensburg/ Sønderborg.

Course structure

In addition to its three semesters of teaching, one semester is reserved for writing the Master’s thesis.

You will find an intercultural study environment in Sønderborg and Flensburg, in which foreign languages are spoken every day.

Career Opportunities

This programme prepares you for an internationally oriented career in organisations which require their employees to understand several languages, and the business culture of several countries, as well as having a solid grounding in economics and business administration.

Admission

To be admitted to this programme, you must hold a Bachelor’s degree from a relevant Business Administration discipline.

Master Master of Science

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Helle Hede Hansen hhh@sdu.dk

Campus Sønderborg > p 57 + University of Flensburg

In addition, documentation is required verifying your proficiency in English at a specified level. See page 252 for application procedure.

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Business, Language and Culture (negot) This programme enables you to negotiate in a global context by providing you with business know-how, cultural expertise as well as language and communication skills.

Master Master of Arts

The increasingly global character of business and politics requires graduates who can communicate effectively across cultures. This programme enables you to use a foreign language and become an expert in international business. Your broad knowledge of marketing, organization, business economics, language, communication and culture means that you can become a key decision maker in global organisations.

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Mia Fenat fenat@sdu.dk

Campus Odense > p 49

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This programme which combines business economics courses with courses in culture, social studies, and business communication provides you with the skills necessary for conducting business negotiations with foreign partners. The programme offers five specialisations, each of which combines courses offered by strong and relevant research environments from Humanities and Business and Social Sciences: • I nternational relations focuses on international political and NGO relations •H uman resource management focuses on international organisational and HR relations and interpersonal communication • I nternational sales management focuses on international business channels • I nternational communication management focuses on international communication and branding •G lobal marketing management focuses on marketing and culture Each profile contains four course areas: •P rofile Courses are part of your specialization. •E lectives that can be chosen from any of the

profile courses, which are not constitutive at the chosen profile •C ommon Courses are currently Globalization Processes, The Sociology of Language, Language Management (German), and Project Presentation (English, Spanish and Arabic). •M aster thesis All four course areas consist of both Humanities and Social Science subjects. During your studies, you can complete electives, an internship, and/or a study period abroad. The fourth semester will be spent writing your Master’s thesis.

Career Opportunities

The programme is geared towards private and public organizations working internationally and as part of an international environment.

Admission

To be admitted to the programme, you must hold a Bachelor’s degree from a relevant discipline. In addition, documentation may be required verifying that your proficiency in English is at a specified level. See page 252 for application procedure.

“My adviiscteotgoo everyone change on an ex d!“ abroa, Latvia Jekaterina

How is the study environment?

Lectures are really diverse and with up-todate information. Teachers are friendly and eager to help, I felt like they were my friends. There are plenty of projects, presentations and group work, which is great, because it helps you to get to know new people and study the problem from different perspectives.

What is it like being an international student?

Oh, it’s great! My advice to everyone is to go on an exchange abroad! It may be scary in the beginning, but that will change you forever.

Best experience?

For me the best experience was living with my flatmates. I always lived alone and I couldn’t imagine sharing a house with FIVE other people and only one bathroom! I thought: it’s going to be a nightmare. In reality, it turned out to be the exact opposite! Maybe I was lucky, but my flatmates became my real friends.

Tell us about living in Denamrk

I’ve learned that there’s no such thing as bad weather for cycling and there’s no such thing as an inappropriate outfit for cycling. I’ve learned that rain is just rain, wind is just wind and it shouldn’t affect your plans. I’m used to cycling in minus 23 degrees, or in heavy rain, still wearing a miniskirt and heels! Full testimonial at

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“You learn more about much life“ Veronika, Latvia

Why SDU?

First of all, I’ve planned to study in another country for a while. So I asked people who finished school and went abroad about their opinions, experience and recommendations. I expected people to be amazed by England, but no, there were quite a lot of positive opinions about Denmark. Tolerant society, job opportunities, high quality of education and, let’s be honest, the most attractive thing is that you don’t need to pay tuition fees!

What is it like to be an international student in a foreign country?

It’s like being an improved version of a normal student. You learn much more about life and you gain the feeling that all ways are opened for you, that there are so many different things in life and you don’t have to spend all your

life in your hometown, you can go wherever you want. It definitely makes me more independent and tough. Of course I’m improving my social skills, I know people from various countries, it really broadens the mind, modifies views, some stereotypes are completely broken when some are approved. Generally, what I can say is that I gain experience in many aspects of life.

What surprised you the most about studying in Denmark?

Parties organised by the University – this is something really unusual. And the food in the canteen is... EDIBLE! So I can say that after 12 years of hell I’m finally in Heaven! Full testimonial at

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Business, Language and Culture (Chinese) The Master’s Programme for those who want to trade and negotiate with the most important trade partner of Europe: China.

The EU is China’s biggest trading partner, and both Danish and other European enterprises are present in China. The potential is huge and experts indicate that we are far from finished with China. As a matter of fact, we have only just begun. You will build specialised knowledge of business marketing and management in international settings, and specialised knowledge of modern Chinese culture and society (especially in the field of intercultural communication with China) and be able to identify and analyse scientific problems in the field using the appropriate theories and methods. You will also develop confidence with the Chinese language and its use in business relations with China.

Course Content

The programme builds upon the skills acquired by students during their bachelor degree, i.e. skills acquired in the areas of business economics, marketing and national economics on the one hand, and Chinese language, society, and culture on the other. 50% of the courses are within the disciplines of culture, society and economy, and communication and language skills in Chinese. The other 50% lies in the business administration field, with emphasis on business organisation and marketing in relation to the international market. Also included are electives from other disciplines, which gives students some latitude in influencing their course profile, for example by taking courses abroad or completing an internship.

During the third semester, there are opportunities for a study period or internship in China, as the semester is comprised entirely of electives. The fourth semester is devoted to your Master’s thesis.

Career Opportunities

With this MA, you get a good basis for employment in international companies and organisations, especially on the booming Chinese market. The negot.-programme in Chinese may become your stepping-stone to an international career in the corporate business, the diplomatic corps or an international organisation. The combination of economics and Chinese is rarely seen in the European labour market. With a Masters degree in Business, Language and Culture (Chinese) you are suited for an international career in the corporate business world. The programme provides you with the skills necessary for conducting business negotiations with Chinese partners by combining business economics courses and courses in language proficiency, culture, social studies and business communication.

Master Master of Arts

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Michael Rudolph rudolph@sdu.dk

Campus Sønderborg > p 57

Admission

To be admitted to this programme, you must hold a Bachelor’s degree from a relevant discipline. In addition, documentation may be required verifying that your proficiency in English is at a specified level. See page 252 for application procedure.

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English MA Do you wish to achieve an in-depth knowledge about the language and culture that dominates the globalised world in terms of business, technology, science and culture?

Master Master of Arts

What is English? Is it one specific language, spoken by a substantial part of the people inhabiting the globe in a variety of national, regional and local dialects? Or is it, as has been suggested recently by the invention of the term -Global English, a lingua franca, more like several different languages with a number of common denominators? Similar questions could be asked with respect to literature written in English and to the historical and cultural development of English-language nations and cultures.

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Claus Schatz-Jakobsen csj@sdu.dk

Campus Odense > p 49

English Studies is a two-year full-time (see below) MA programme which aims to train students to investigate and answer such questions by broadening their knowledge of the English-speaking world and its cultures, as well as by developing their theoretical and methodological skills and communicative competences so as to be able to disseminate their knowledge to non-experts. This degree provides an in-depth course in English language and culture with emphasis on the United Kingdom, Ireland, and USA, but with reference both to cultures of the remainder of the Englishspeaking world such as South Africa, Canada, and Australia, and to the international language of our time.

Course content

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The course will give you the opportunity to develop your basic knowledge of the English language, both written and oral. You will acquire both a practical and theoretical foundation, and this will allow you to become more closely acquainted with the culture of English-speaking countries.

During the first semester, you will be introduced to core concepts and research practices in the Humanities, focusing on, and aiming to integrate, the three ‘pillars’ on which the academic study of English has traditionally been thought to rest: Language, Literature and History/Culture. During the first and second semesters, you will be able to choose from a variety of elective courses on a range of topics reflecting the Faculty’s research interests. During the third term you will have the option of studying abroad at a European or an American university or completing an internship. The fourth term is reserved for the Master’s Thesis.

Career Opportunities

In line with internationalisation and the spread of the Internet, there is a growing need for employees with skills in English, both in the public sector and in private businesses.

Admission

To be admitted to this programme, you must hold a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject, and write a letter of motivation for your interest in the programme. In addition, documentation may be required verifying that your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

What are your impressions of Denmark? It is an exceptionally open and friendly place. There is a huge emphasis on cultural heritage and art, and it’s exciting to see a country that consistently tries to better itself. It is also a joy to walk down the street and smell the faint scent of cinnamon that radiates out of the bakeries.

How many hours of classes do you have a week?

I have ten to twelve hours per week.

How many people are in your class?

It depends from class to class, but usually between fifteen and twenty.

Do you get enough help from teachers?

Our professors are wonderful, and truly take a keen interest in the development of their students. They constantly offer support, advice, and guidance through the courses.

What is it like to be an international student in a foreign country?

At first it can be a bit daunting. The majority of my classmates knew each other, and were Danish, but I settled in very quickly. People are super friendly and attempt to make you feel at home, which is always very comforting. Other than that, it really has been excellent.

Any advice for new/ prospective students?

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Make sure you take full advantage of what the University has to offer. There is a cheap gym, a track, limitless supplies of books. There is a fantastic cultural experience to garner in Odense. From the public library, to the parks, to the wonderful museums, it truly is a magnificent student city. Full testimonial at

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The semester in Kolding was enjoyable. In SDU, students enjoy a very high degree of freedom. We are free to map out our own plan for studies based on our interests. That said, professors emphasized collaboration and dialogue in learning. It is a custom to address the professors by their first names. Professors involve students in the classes. Danish humour was also a big part of the class.

What do you like/not like about your current study programme?

Internationalism and multi-cultural dialogue have been at the core of EMTM. With more than 20 nationalities in the 30+ class, the dynamics and solidarity are amazing.

On top of the lectures, we practice inter-cultural communication every day.

What do you do in your spare time?

The proximity to some attractions makes same day excursions possible. For example Legoland, the old town of Ribe, and the footsteps of H.C. Andersen in Odense. Moreover, northern German cities such as Hamburg and Luebeck are within easy reach from Kolding. From the learning perspective, these visits also enriching my exposure to the tourist experience, which were of course conducive to the study of Tourism. Full testimonial at

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European Master in Tourism Management This is a fully integrated elite programme taught at the University of Southern Denmark, University of Ljubljana (Slovenia) and University of Girona (Spain). The programme aims to educate graduates who can manage the complex challenges and opportunities in international tourism. Tourism is a social and economic phenomenon, which calls for a holistic approach to tourism education where broader aims of the industry and society are explicitly addressed in the curricula. The EMTM programme provides students with a farreaching and integrated understanding of the multiple disciplines and paradigms of international tourism, which are bound together through the framework of sustainability.

Course structure

As an EMTM student, you will spend one semester at each of the three European universities before writing your final thesis. In your first semester, you will attend the University of Southern Denmark, Campus Kolding where you will be introduced to the

conceptualisation of sustainable tourism development, strategic communication and economics. The second semester is spent at the University of Ljubljana where you will learn about instruments, indicators and management tools available for tourism policy and strategy design, with an emphasis on environmental issues. You will spend the third semester at the University of Girona, where you will come to understand and effectively manage organisational networks, consumer relations and innovation processes.

European Master

Admission

EMTM enrolment is coordinated by the consortium secretariat. See www. emtmmaster.net for how and when to apply.

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Erasmus Mundus European Master In Tourism Management Erasmus Mundus is the European Commissionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s flagship programme in the field of higher education cooperation and mobility. The aim is to promote Europe as a global centre of excellence in higher education, to enhance the career prospects of students and to promote intercultural understanding and sustainable development through cooperation with countries outside Europe. The Erasmus Mundus programme provides generous scholarships for highly-qualified European and third-country candidates to follow an Erasmus Mundus Masters or PhD programme.

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The European Master in Tourism Management has been selected by the EU Commission as an Erasmus Mundus Master within the new Erasmus Mundus II framework. The programme aims to promote Europe as a global center of excellence in higher education, to enhance the career prospects of students, and to promote intercultural understanding and sustainable development through cooperation with countries outside Europe. Highly-qualified European and third-country candidates can apply for Erasmus Mundus scholarships. www.emtmmaster.net

Janne J. Liburd liburd@sdu.dk

Campus Kolding > p 69

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Int. Business Communication and Communication Design This programme is for students with English, German, or Danish as a second language and a keen interest in communication in intercultural and technical environments. There are 3 main components: Language and linguistics, Communication design as well as Knowledge structuring and methodological competences.

Master Master of Arts

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Campus Sønderborg > p 57

You gain strong competencies in handling foreign language communication tasks, and obtain specialised skills in document and communication design, including a crossdisciplinary focus on user-centred design and linguistic action between humans and technology. We study how people use technology in order to develop ideas for innovation. The programme’s primary objective is to produce experts in language and in document/communication design. You will develop the ability to generate original, effective documents in a broad range of fields and obtain expertise in cultural communication processes as well as in the linguistic interaction taking place in an organisational environment. Your linguistic and document design skills can be used to solve general linguistic issues and create all kinds of documents for companies or organisations, e.g. brochures, posters, user manuals. The study programme, which is the first of its kind in Denmark, represents an expansion of the competencies that can be obtained through other MA programmes in foreign languages and business communication.

Course Content

This two-year programme is split into four semesters. The first two semesters of teaching take place in Sønderborg. Teaching activities include classroom-based teaching, lectures as well as project work in small groups.

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In the third semester, you can choose from an array of electives, both at SDU or from other universities in Denmark and abroad. Alternatively, in the third semester, you may complete an internship in your desired field of future employment or participate in one of the research projects carried out at SDU in Sønderborg. The fourth semester is reserved for writing the Master’s thesis.

Career Opportunities

The MA in Communication Design qualifies you for performing a variety of different advanced communication tasks in your foreign language (English, German, or Danish). You may go on to work in fields like international and intercultural PR, organisational and institutional communication, technical documentation and product development. A future occupation could also be usercentred design projects in which you would cooperate, throughout the design of a technical product, with the product development, marketing, information and customer services departments of the enterprise.

Admission

To be admitted to this programme, you must hold a Bachelor’s degree from a relevant discipline. Documentation is required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

What are your impressions of Denmark? It is a peaceful and beautiful country in which you feel cosy and welcome.

What do you like/not like about your current study programme?

We are a small group which gives an opportunity to learn more and be engaged in the classes all the time. I like that in some subjects the students are asked which information would interest them most. This programme lets you be creative and analytical at the same time. There is a constant workload during the semesters, this helps to improve the skills faster. Especially, I am interested in the document design, written, and oral communication classes.

How many hours of classes do you have a week? I have 12 hours/week of classes

How many people are in your class? There are 8 students

What are the Danes like?

The people are what I like most about here. They are extremely kind, polite and smiling most of the time! Also, Danes are very proud of their nationality.

Any advice for new/ prospective students?

Be courageous in asking questions and discussing, all of the teachers will try to help you and will discuss various topics in a friendly way. Always share your opinion, it is highly encouraged here. Take part in the events organised or offered by student organisations and the university. It is one of the best ways to spend your time in a useful and entertaining way here. Full testimonial at

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What are your impressions of Denmark?

My expectations were a flat, windy country with lots of design and modern lifestyle around me, many tall people, a world-class welfare system and equality in every aspect of life. Except for the flat part, which Kolding is not at all, I got pretty much everything confirmed in my list. I enjoy that I live in a country surrounded by water – when I want to take in some sun, I can go to the beach with sand underneath my feet and enjoy the smell of the sea breeze.

What about the University of Southern Denmark?

Everything at SDU in Kolding is about Design, entrepreneurship and openness. The new building itself is the best example and I adore the attitude. I slowly start to live the “Design-way” of life and I like the focus my programme has on it.

What do you like/not like about your current study programme?

We had a lot of group work to do, which can be quite a challenge, but also a lot of fun. In every course we choose our own topics for our papers or projects and I felt really motivated to work on them. As I only have 3 to 4 courses per semester, I really have the time to dive deeply into the subject. As well as this, the teachers give us a lot of opportunities to engage actively into the the syllabus and we talk about the things we want to learn. Full testimonial at

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International Tourism and Leisure Management The principal aim of this programme is to educate today’s students to become philosophic practitioners of tomorrow in the global tourism and leisure industries.

Become an expert in international tourism and leisure management with a deep understanding of socio-cultural, environmental and financial aspects. Gain an education which allows you to put theory into practice – in an international environment working with students from other countries. Tourism is the fastest growing industry in the world today, with nearly 700 million travellers a year. This figure is expected to double by 2020. Tourism is a dynamic socio-economic phenomenon, the tourism industry and its organisations are in need of experts who can manage complex work situations and developments that require innovative models or sustainable solutions. You will be are able to carry out and create relevant jobs in the tourism industry in Denmark and abroad, and collaborate with public and private sector organisations on the basis of advanced skills in business economics, innovation, culture, communication and design. You will engage in a learning environment that takes the challenges of future practice into account from both research and practice perspectives. This is a unique approach to learning that we call Participatory Inquiry.

Course content

International tourism and leisure are the main themes of this programme. It combines subjects from Business and Social Sciences – marketing, business economics and project management – and from the Humanities – cultural studies and strategic communication. You will co-create broad theoretical knowledge in tourism and leisure studies based on new research within culture, communication and design and business economics, innovation and project

management, in addition to a high level use of the English language. You will critically examine the meanings and practices of sustainable tourism development, strategic communication, tourism coexperience design, innovation, and tourism economics.

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You will work with a range of scientific methodologies and tools to create innovative models or solutions to complex tourism situations. During the third semester, you may choose to do an internship or study at a partner university. In the final semester, you write your thesis on a subject of your choice.

Career Opportunities

Many of our graduates work with tourism development, marketing and communication, or have continued on to further PhD study. Your future employers appreciate the unique opportunity for studying in an international environment, and doing an internship as unique qualifications in an ever changing job market.

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Janne J. Liburd liburd@sdu.dk

Campus Kolding > p 69

Admission

To be admitted to this programme, you must hold a Bachelor’s degree covering, communication/culture studies, Business Economics, Economics, Marketing, Statistics and the Philosophy of Science In addition, documentation verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

Kolding

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Maritime Archaeology Man’s interaction with the sea dates back to the beginning of time. In recent years, marine archaeologists have discovered vital clues to early civilisations by examining historical remains once lost at sea. As new technology advances the search, many more discoveries lie ahead.

Master Master of Arts

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Thijs Maarleveld t.maarleveld@sdu.dk

Campus Esbjerg > p 75

Esbjerg

The two-year postgraduate programme is designed for students who are interested in a professional career in maritime archaeology and heritage management. Based in Esbjerg, on the Danish North Sea coast, the programme is internationally oriented and all teaching is in English. Situated by the sea in a busy harbour town, the Esbjerg campus is the ideal location for education and research in maritime subjects. As an add-on, you have the opportunity to obtain an internationally-recognised commercial SCUBA diving qualification at a very low cost. As an approved commercial diving school, the Masters programme can offer the SCUBA “erhvervsdykker” certificate (equivalent to the HSE SCUBA). In the course of your studies you will be introduced to both theoretical and practical aspects of maritime archaeology. This includes the preparation of environmental assessments, project designs and risk assessments as well as the planning of geophysical surveys and diver surveys. You will also get a chance to record ship timbers and excavate underwater. Field trips in Denmark and other European countries are an integral part of the programme. The programme offers training in project management, law and economics. Students are encouraged to use empirical and theoretical approaches in examining the cultural and historical importance of the sea. The programme also gives students splendid opportunities to work with the broad spectrum of methods in the field of maritime heritage. These include introduction to both the theory and practice of underwater surveying, remote sensing and field conservation.

By improving communication in an international and multidisciplinary setting, students develop key skills for their future careers. Class sizes are often small, enabling students to participate with ideas and discuss issues with teachers and fellow students.

Career Opportunities

The Masters programme was created with employability in mind. With international teaching staff with backgrounds in heritage management, commercial diving and contract archaeology, our aim is not just to provide an education in Maritime Archaeology, but to prepare you for a career in this field. The course is structured around skills that are necessary in the fields of heritage management, consultancy and archaeological contract work, but also benefits students who want to follow a more traditional research-oriented path.

Admission

To be admitted to this programme, you must hold a Bachelor’s degree related to this area of study (e.g. History, Oceanography, Archaeology). Students are required to submit a letter of motivation. In addition, documentation may be required verifying your English proficiency. See page 252 for application procedure.

What are your impressions of Denmark? Denmark is such a beautiful country, everything is organised, clean and the education system is very refreshing. I have also never seen so many bikes in one place in my life!

What about the University of Southern Denmark?

SDU is very welcoming to incoming international students in all aspects. My programme is taught in English, all social events are in English and a ‘Buddy Programme’ was in place for when we first arrived to help new international students find their feet. Students and teachers are on a first name basis and classes are more discussion based rather than being lectured at, I find this approach much more productive and engaging than traditional lectures I was used to in the UK. The campus in Esbjerg is smaller but no less exciting than any of the bigger campuses! There is always an event on and plenty of sports to get involved with.

What do you like/not like about your current study programme?

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Maritime Archaeology is one of the smaller programmes which means we are all a very close group with a lot of support from the faculty which you wouldn’t get from a big programme. The programme provides a nice balance of research with practical experience and skills. The annual Fieldschool completed by the programme and the Danish Commercial Scuba Diving qualification offered alongside the programme is an invaluable source of experience. This was very important for me when choosing this programme as this balance provides the best opportunity for employability once the programme is complete.

Any advice for new/ prospective students?

Don’t hesitate and embrace every opportunity, you will never regret studying abroad! Full testimonial at

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Impressions of the University of Southern Denmark?

The university is campus based and that’s great. As an international student it’s easy to find the hub of all academic and social activities. I look forward to going to university in the week.

What do you like/not like about your current study programme?

I like that MA Middle East studies is multidisciplinary. I have an international relations and politics background but on this course, I have been introduced to anthropology and political economy, among other interesting topics. The lecturers at the department for Middle East studies are extremely helpful, interesting, and create a vibrant learning environment. I have nothing I dislike about the course!

How many hours of classes do you have a week?

9 hours a week which includes a lecture, group discussion, and a student presentation.

How many people are in your class? Approximately 15-20

Do you get enough help from teachers?

Yes, help is always available inside and outside of the classroom.

What is like to be an international student in a foreign country?

An experience that I would recommend to anyone. I’ve never felt so European.

Any advice for new/ prospective students?

If you are slightly interested in the Middle East then attend this course. It’s fantastic and has plenty of great opportunities such as the annual study trip to Jordan which is organised by the Danish Jordanian University Partnership (DJUCO). Full testimonial at

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Middle East Studies Eager to explore the Middle East? This programme gives you a key understanding of the region, its cultures, politics and religions.

The MA programme in Middle East Studies addresses students with different backgrounds in the humanities and social sciences, who want to enhance their knowledge with a special focus on the Middle East. The Middle East, with which we mean the area from Morocco in the west to Iran in the east and from Yemen in the south to Turkey in the north, is a region in a process of rapid cultural, political, religious, social and technological transformation due to its increasing interaction with the rest of the world. In this time of rapid cultural, political, religious, social, and even technological changes, professionals who understand the region’s complexity are on demand. The programme offers an overview of the social and cultural issues facing the Middle East today. You will get to grips with the key issues that shaped the region’s past and will shape its future. The study programme will also focus on the Middle East involving issues concerning Mediterranean perspectives, cultural encounters, refugee problems, human rights issues and European and Danish integration.

Course Content

The two-year programme spans a range of disciplines, including political science, sociology, history, economics, anthropology, cultural analysis and history of religion. You get the chance to explore the region first-hand through work experience. This compulsory

part of the programme can be spent in a business, government agency or nongovernmental organisation based in, or with links to, the Middle East. In the final semester, you complete your Master’s thesis. You can also study courses as independent modules to form part of another study programme.

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Career Opportunities

The aim of the programme is to provide students with qualifications useful for job functions both in the Middle East and in a European or Danish context. Such job functions can aim directly at the Middle East – or indirectly dealing with Middle Eastern minorities outside the Middle East. The graduates in Middle East Studies have been employed in many different areas. The secret services in Denmark (PET and FE) and the Danish integration sector (in ministries and municipalities) are the top scorers. The EU, international organisations and NGOs represent other areas where our candidates have found jobs.

Admission

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Lone L. Pedersen lonelp@sdu.dk

Campus Odense > p 49

You must hold a Bachelor’s degree in a related subject, have a high level of English proficiency and state special knowledge or interests related to the Middle East in a motivation letter attached to your application. See page 252 for application procedure.

Odense

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*ARE YOU A FULL DEGREE STUDENT AND DO YOU COME FROM THE NORDIC COUNTRIES, EU/EEA COUNTRIES OR SWITZERLAND? – If “yes” is the answer, you can study for free at The University of Southern Denmark. We do not charge tuition fees for full degree students from the Nordic countries or from the EU/EEA countries and Switzerland.

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Tuition fees for

FULL DEGREE STUDENTS With a non-EU/EEA-citizenship or non-Swiss-citizenship. Please note that tuition fees may change.

The Faculty of Engineering BEng in Global Management and Manufacturing

BEng in Interaction Design BEng in Mechatronics – the tuition fee is 10,700 euro/79.800 DKK per academic year BSc(Eng) in Innovation and Business BSc(Eng) in Mechatronics BSc(Eng) in Product Development and Innovation MSc(Eng) in Chemistry MSc(Eng) in Environmental Engineering MSc(Eng) in Innovation and Business MSc(Eng) in Mechatronics MSc(Eng) in Physics and Technology MSc(Eng) in Product Development and Innovation MSc(Eng) in Robot Systems MSc(Eng) in Software Engineering MSc(Eng) in IT Product Design MSc in Maritime Technology – the tuition fee is 13,900 euro/103.600 DKK per academic year

The Faculty of Social Science

• BACHELOR LEVEL (UNDERGRADUATE) One semester (30 ECTS-points): EUR 3,250 One academic year (60 ECTS): EUR 6,500 • MASTER LEVEL (GRADUATE) One semester (30 ECTS-points): EUR 4,250 One academic year (60 ECTS): EUR 8,500

The Faculty of Science The tuition fee for the following full degree programmes is 99.000 DKK or 13,280 euro per year. MSc in Biology MSc in Biology-Marine Science MSc in Biomedicine MSc in Chemistry MSc in Computer Science MSc in Environmental Biology MSc in Molecular Bioscience MSc in Physics The tuition fee for MSc in Mathematics and MSc in Applied Mathematics is 67.700 DKK or 9,090 euro per year.

The Faculty of Humanities

• Full degree programmes A full year (60 ECTS) 6,200 euro/46.200 DKK. • SAS course Course fees and participation in study tours and excursions 3,100 euro/23.100 DKK.

The Faculty of Health Sciences • Master of Science in Public Health The tuition fee for non-EU/EEA students amounts to 10,200 Euro/ 76.000 DKK per year.

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International SCHOLARSHIP

The University of Southern Denmark stands for top quality research-based postgraduate education, and choosing a postgraduate education at the University will provide you with a solid basis for your future career.

The University constantly seeks students of the highest quality, and, in recognition of the important investment that overseas students are making in their education, we are pleased to offer scholarships to certain applicants. There are a few scholarship schemes at the University of Southern Denmark. The largest one is the Danish Government Scholarship â&#x20AC;&#x201C; supported by the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation. Through this scheme the university offers scholarships to highly qualified students enrolled in the following two-year master degree study programmes: - MSc(Eng) in Innovation and Business (Campus Soenderborg) - MSc(Eng) in Mechatronics (Campus SĂ¸nderborg) The scholarship covers all tuition fees. Students must be able to finance living expenses. Other Scholarships available are the BHJ Scholarship, the Danish Government Scholarship for Foreign Nationals and the Iki Wakabayashi Foundation. See our website for details sdu.dk/scholarships.

Who can get the scholarship?

Candidates must come from a non EU or EEA country and be eligible to pay tuition fees. The University of Southern Denmark does not charge tuition fees from full degree students from the Nordic countries or from the EU/ EEA countries and Switzerland. Apply for admission and you will automatically be considered for the scholarship! The scholarship will be awarded to the best qualified of the eligible applicants to the above mentioned master degree study programmes. There is no need to make a separate scholarship application. All eligible candidates will be considered on the basis of the information they provide in their application form. More information on other scholarships can be found here: www.studyindenmark.dk www.sdu.dk/scholarships www.iu.dk

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Deadlines

AND HOW TO APPLY Bachelor autumn enrolment March 15th

Master autumn enrolment

February 1st: non-eu/eea citizens April 1st: eu/eea and Swiss citizens and non-eu/ eea citizens with residence permit in Denmark

Spring enrolment

If relevant – check on our website whether the degree you are interested in has spring enrolment. August 1st: non-eu/eea citizens November 1st: eu/eea and Swiss citizens and non-eu/eea citizens with residence permit in Denmark

How to apply

The application form is accessed online. The application form along with a step-by-step guide on how to apply can be found on our website.

cepted from a Cambridge Network or from University of Michigan) - Please send the test candidate’s ID number (e.g. EPA123456) and the candidate’s secret number (4 digits) Tests older than 2 years will not be accepted. If you are an EU/EEA, Nordic and Swiss citizen, you may be able to document your English skills by way of your secondary school diploma if you have acquired an upper intermediate level in English comparable to the Danish “English B” level. In order to do so, you need to document the number of English lessons per week, number of weeks per school year and the number of years you have attended high school.

Visit the programme webpage through sdu.dk/en

Read the entry requirements on the Study Programme webpage. See the option for Application For Bachelors you will be directed to the external nation website for Bachelor application optagelse.dk Masters applications are handled by the university, and all required documents are uploaded online.

English requirements for degree and guest students

We accept the following English language tests: TOEFL IBT test with a minimum score of 88 IELTS academic test with a minimum overall band score of 6.5* CAE with a minimum result of C, or the CPE (the CAE or CPE are only ac-

We must have the documentation for your English proficiency no later than May 15th for the Autumn enrolment.

Please note that if the course level is not clearly stated, we may request detailed course descriptions and/or an official statement from your high school. All documentation must be signed and stamped by the issuing institution.

Exemption

An applicant may be able to qualify for an exemption from documenting their English skills if the qualifying first degree (bachelor/ undergraduate degree) was taken in the USA, Canada (English speaking part), Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom or Ireland. See the webpage for more information bit.ly/1SX6Il0

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Campuses

CONTACT INFORMATION If you have questions about the University of Southern Denmark, email SDU International at: intstudent@sdu.dk or call +45 6550 1050

Visit us at www.sdu.dk/en

Ko ld ing Universitetsparken 1, 6000 Kolding, Denmark Tel +45 6550 1000

Esbjerg Niels Bohrs Vej 9-10, 6700 Esbjerg, Denmark Tel +45 6550 1103

Sond erbo rg Alsion 2, 6400 SĂ¸nderborg, Denmark Tel +45 6550 1102

Od en se Campusvej 55, 5230 Odense M, Denmark Tel +45 6550 1000 (Main campus)

Slage lse Sdr. Stationsvej 28, 4200 Slagelse, Denmark Tel +45 6550 1000

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