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Business Academy Aarhus
Business Academy Aarhus offers different Academy Profession (AP) and Bachelor's degree programmes (BA) and is one of the largest business academies in Denmark. More than 3,500 students follow the academy’s full-time programmes, and approx. 1,600 students study in one of the Academy’s part-time programmes. The academy has 600 international students and 220 full-time academic staff members.
The main objective for Business Academy Aarhus is to build bridge between university research and private sector companies, and therefore we com¬bine theory and practice which enables our stu¬dents to solve practical problems. It is mandatory for our students to spend 2½ to 12 months as an intern in a Danish or international company. In 2011 students did their internship in more than 650 companies in Denmark or abroad.
Aarhus is the second largest city in Denmark with a population of 300,000. The city is an attractive education centre with the largest concentration of students in Denmark in percentage terms compared to the number of inhabitants. Approx. 12 per cent of the inhabitants of Aarhus are students.
What you can study here
Click and browse through the list of study programmes offered at the institution
Agricultural and Environmental Management
The top-up programme provides skills in agricultural and environmental problem solving. You can choose between studies in biology or agricultural management.
You learn to analyse and advise on financial and biological issues, just as you learn to work with sales and business strategies in agricultural companies.
Name: Agricultural and Environmental Management
Type: Professional Bachelor's Programme
Duration: 1½ years
European transfer credits: 90 ECTS
Language: English
Agricultural and Environmental Management is a new top-up programme that lasts 1½ years. It consists of a compulsory part that is common to all, an elective part, an internship and a final bachelor project.
The compulsory part includes:
- analyse, methods, statistics and scientific theory
- communication, sales and consulting
- strategy, staff development and business development
You will learn to solve problems in the agricultural and environmental fields using scientific techniques including analysis of financial and biological circumstances.
You will also gain skills in consulting in the field of biology and finance and in communication and sales in agricultural companies including the evaluation of a company's strategic situation and the opportunities in the national and international market.
You can choose between two lines of specialisation:
Biology: that covers biological cycles and provides an understanding of the chemical and physiological processes that take place in earth, water, planter and livestock in relation to agriculture, environment and nature. You will also gain insight in how to optimise biological resources in crop and livestock production and the consequences for production and the environment.
Agricultural finance: that covers operations and production management. You will gain knowledge of production techniques and financial analysis, insight in the financial markets and the skills needed to perform financial calculations in connection with the running of a company's operations and funding.
Each line of specialisation has two electives.
Teaching is a combination of lectures, assignments and project work. There is an internship as part of the programme.
Agricultural and Environmental Management can be studied as a:
- 1½-year top-up bachelor programme (90 ECTS)
You also have the possibility to take single courses or subjects within the programme.
If you choose to complete the bachelor degree programme, you will graduate with the academic title Bachelor in Agricultural and Environmental Management.
Educational Institutions
You can study Agricultural and Environmental Management at Business Academy Aarhus.
Entry Requirements
Contact the educational institution for detailed information on entry requirements and required English proficiency levels.
To find out how you can get your foreign certificate assessed for recognition here in Denmark, see the Danish Agency for International Education.
Admission
The application deadline is March 15 for a course start in September. Admission is handled through The Danish Coordinated Application System. You can apply via optagelse.dk.
A few educational institutions offer a course start in February, where applications are sent directly to the institution. Contact the educational institution for detailed information on application deadlines.
Exchange students should contact their home institution for information on application procedures and deadlines.
Tuition
There is a tuition fee for all full-degree students, unless you are a student from an EU/EEA country, or from Switzerland.
Students within an exchange programme are not required to pay tuition.
Contact the individual institution for more specific information.
Semester Start
An academic year is made up of two semesters, which begin around September 1.
Danish Qualification framework
The programme is graded at level 6 in the Danish Qualification Framework for Lifelong Learning. The Qualification Framework contains levels 1-8 and defines the expected learning outcome of an education programme. Read more about Qualification Framework for Higher Education.
Further Information
You may find a list of courses taught in Danish at the Danish Ministry of Education website
You can find information on practical issues related to your study visit in Denmark with Danish Agency for International Education:
Architectural Technology and Construction Management
In this programme you will be introduced to business, production and projecting. You will learn about e.g. business operation and administration, building, project management and construction.
The programme teaches you how to run a business, plan and coordinate building as well as installation projects.
For the 3rd semester, you can choose an alternative programme which leads to an AP degree in Building Technology after 1½ years.
Facts
Type: Professional Bachelor's Programme
About the Programme
In the Constructing Architect programme, you learn to plan and coordinate building and installation projects. You will have courses in information technology, mathematics/physics and foreign languages. You will also learn how to run a business. The programme is both theoretic and practical in nature.
The curriculum is divided into a compulsory part and an elective part. The compulsory part makes up 2½ years of the programme, and includes the following subject areas:
- General studies: communication, work methodology, organisation and teamwork, information technology, numeracy and applied mathematics/physics, as well as a foreign language
- Business: business operations and administration, legal issues and law
- Production: building and installation production, and project management; in order to qualify as an Engineering or Land Surveyor, including data presentation and plan production
- Projecting: construction and planning as well as project management
The elective part, which makes up 1 year of the programme, consists of an internship, a specialisation and a final project.
Teaching varies between lectures and classroom instruction. In addition, there is often project work together with other students. Students are encouraged to participate in class discussions.
Read more about Danish teaching methods on www.studyindenmark.dk.
Architectural Technology and Construction Management can be studied as a:
- 3½-year bachelor degree programme (210 ECTS)
- 1½-year AP degree, Building Technology (90 ECTS)
You also have the possibility to take single courses or subjects within the programme.
If you complete the bachelor degree programme, you will graduate with the title professional bachelor.
Or you can choose to take the first 2 years of the programme, obtaining the title Building Technician.
Educational Institutions
You can study Architectural Technology and Construction Management at The Copenhagen School of Design and Technology, Lillebaelt Academy in Odense, UCN in Aalborg and at VIA University College in Horsens. Or you can take the first 3 semesters at Business Academy Aarhus in Aarhus and the last 4 semesters at VIA University College in Horsens.
Entry Requirements
The general admission requirements for international students include one of the following international certificates: the Danish/French Baccalauréat (DFB), the European Baccalaureate (EB), the International Baccalaureate (IB), the Option Internationale du Baccalauréat (OIB) or another foreign qualifying examination certificate that can be equated with a Danish upper secondary school leaving certificate.
In addition, documentation may be required verifying your proficiency in English is at a specified level.
Contact the educational institution you wish to apply to for detailed information on entry requirements and required English proficiency levels.
To find out whether the level of your foreign certificate satifies the general entry requirements, see the Danish Agency for International Education.
Admission
The application deadline is March 15 for a course start in September. Admission is handled through The Danish Coordinated Application System. You can apply via optagelse.dk.
A few educational institutions offer a course start in February, where applications are sent directly to the institution. Contact the educational institution for detailed information on application deadlines.
Exchange students should contact their home institution for information on application procedures and deadlines.
Tuition
There is a tuition fee for all full-degree students, unless you are a student from an EU/EEA country, or from Switzerland.
Students within an exchange programme are not required to pay tuition.
Contact the individual institution for more specific information.
Semester Start
An academic year is made up of two semesters, which begin around September 1 and February 1.
Danish Qualification framework
The programme is graded at level 6 in the Danish Qualification Framework for Lifelong Learning. The Qualification Framework contains levels 1-8 and defines the expected learning outcome of an education programme. Read more about Qualification Framework for Higher Education.
For Further Information
You can find information on practical issues related to your study visit in Denmark with Danish Agency for International Education, using either of the following links:
Automotive Technology
The Automotive Technology programme teaches you to deal with technical tasks in the automotive industry, in garages and in racing teams.
You learn to use the most advanced mechanical and electronic automotive systems, both in connection with error finding and fine tuning of a car and its engine. The programme provides knowledge of conditions that affect a garage or a car importer including finance and management.
Name: Automotive Technology
Type: Academy Profession Programme
Duration: 2 years
European transfer credits: 120 ECTS
Language: English
On the Automotive Technology programme you will learn to run diagnostics on the integrated and complementary components of automotive technology. You will learn to use the newest technologies and methods in the field of racing. This will provide you with knowledge of how mechanical and electronic adjustments can optimise car performance.
You will also learn about communication, planning, finance and management.
The programme will allow you to sharpen your professional profile.
Automotive Technology is an AP programme that last for 2 years. Teaching is divided into a compulsory part, consisting of specialised subjects and a common subject, and a specialised part consisting of electives, work placement and a final project.
The compulsory part:
- The common part consists of subjects such as finance, organisation and project management.
- The special subject part consisting of, among other things, technology, design, motor analysis and diagnostics, safety, bodywork and technical documentation.
In the specialised part of the programme you concentrate on the elective subjects. Electives include such subjects as mechanical and electronic tuning.
There is a work placement which includes a special work related project.
The final part of the programme contains a project where you demonstrate your ability to combine theory and practice in close cooperation with industry.
Teaching combines lectures on academic subjects and themes and contains both assignments and project work. The project work connects the common part of the programme with industry.
Automotive Technology is an Academy Profession (AP) Programme rated at 120 ECTS. The qualification is called an AP Degree - an Academy Profession Degree.
Educational Institutions
You can study Product Development and Integrative Technology at Business Academy Aarhus.
Entry Requirements
General admission requirements for international students include one of the following international certificates:
- The Danish/French Baccalauréat (DFB), the European Baccalaureate (EB), the International Baccalaureate (IB), the Option Internationale du Baccalauréat (OIB) or another foreign qualifying examination certificate that can be equated with a Danish upper secondary school leaving certificate
- Entrance examination for engineering
- Vocational training as a mechanic (level 2) bodywork training, bicycle or motorbike mechanic (with dissertation) flight mechanic or industrial or agricultural mechanic (with dissertation).
In addition, there can be prerequisites for English and mathematics proficiencies at predefined levels.
Contact the educational institution you wish to apply to for detailed information on entry requirements and required English proficiency levels.
To find out how you can get your foreign certificate assessed for recognition here in Denmark, see the Danish Agency for International Education.
Admission
The application deadline is March 15 for a course start in September. Admission is handled through The Danish Coordinated Application System. You can apply via optagelse.dk.
A few educational institutions offer a course start in February, where applications are sent directly to the institution. Contact the educational institution for detailed information on application deadlines.
Exchange students should contact their home institution for information on application procedures and deadlines.
Tuition
There is a tuition fee for all full-degree students, unless you are a student from an EU/EEA country, or from Switzerland.
Students within an exchange programme are not required to pay tuition.
Contact the individual institution for more specific information.
Semester Start
An academic year is made up of two semesters, which begin around September 1.
Danish Qualification framework
The programme is graded at level 5 in the Danish Qualification Framework for Lifelong Learning. The Qualification Framework contains levels 1-8 and defines the expected learning outcome of an education programme. Read more about Qualification Framework for Higher Education.
Further Information
You may find a list of courses taught in Danish at the Danish Ministry of Education website
You can find information on practical issues related to your study visit in Denmark with Danish Agency for International Education:
Chemical and Biotechnical Science
The subject areas are chemistry, microbiology and laboratory technology. In the elective part of the programme you can specialise in a subject through an internship and a project.
The programme gives you a view of laboratory work in e.g. the chemical industry or the food industry.
Facts
Name:Chemical and Biotechnical ScienceType:Academy Profession ProgrammeDuration:2 yearsEuropean transfer credits:120 ECTSLanguage:EnglishAbout the Programme
The curriculum of the 2 year programme is split up into compulsory and elective subjects. The main fields of study are chemistry, microbiology and laboratory technology. Other fields, such as quality control and IT are also included.
During the course of the programme, you gain a comprehensive view of the work required at different types of laboratories, for example within the food industry, medicine industry or the chemical industry.
The compulsory part of the curriculum involves three subject areas:
- A general studies area, including the subjects chemistry, mathematics, work environment, quality control, IT/communications and basic laboratory technology
- A chemical technology studies area, including the subjects equipment technology and analysis methods
- A biotechnology studies area, including the subjects microbiology and basic biotechnology
The elective part is based on compulsory subjects and is made up of a specialisation track and a final project.
The specialisation track entails a 6-month paid internship, where you are hired in one or several enterprises.
Teaching varies between lectures and class work. In addition, there is often group work together with other students. Students are encouraged to participate in class discussions.
Read more about Danish teaching methods at www.studyindenmark.dk.
Chemical and Biotechnical Science is an Academy Profession (AP) Programme rated at 120 ECTS. The qualification is called an AP Degree - an Academy Profession Degree.
Educational Institutions
You can study Chemical and Biotechnical Science at the Aarhus Tekniske Skole in Aarhus.
Entry Requirements
Admission requirements for international students include one of the following international certificates:
- The Danish/French Baccalauréat (DFB), the European Baccalaureate (EB), the International Baccalaureate (IB), the Option Internationale du Baccalauréat (OIB) or another foreign qualifying examination certificate that can be equated with a Danish upper secondary school leaving certificate
In addition, there can be prerequisites for English and mathematics proficiencies at predefined levels.
Contact the educational institution you wish to apply to for detailed information on entry requirements and required English proficiency levels.
To find out whether the level of your foreign certificate satifies the general entry requirements, see the Danish Agency for International Education.
Admission
The application deadline is March 15 for a course start in September. Admission is handled through The Danish Coordinated Application System. You can apply via optagelse.dk.
A few educational institutions offer a course start in February. Applications are sent to the institution. For more information on application deadlines, contact the institution.
Exchange students should contact their own educational institution for information on application procedures and deadlines.
Tuition
There is a tuition fee for all full-degree students, unless you are a student from an EU/EEA country, or from Switzerland.
Students within an exchange programme are not required to pay tuition.
Contact the individual institution for more specific information.
Semester Start
An academic year is made up of two semesters, which begin around September 1 and February 1.
Danish Qualification framework
The programme is graded at level 5 in the Danish Qualification Framework for Lifelong Learning. The Qualification Framework contains levels 1-8 and defines the expected learning outcome of an education programme. Read more about Qualification Framework for Higher Education.
For further information
You can find information on practical issues related to your study visit in Denmark with Danish Agency for International Education, using either of the following links:
Chemical and Biotechnical, Food and Process Technology
This top-up programme qualifies you to manage tasks across the food and pharmaceutical industry. You specialise in chemical and biotechnology, food technology or process technology.
You will be able to give your degree an international profile by choosing work placement in a country abroad.
Name: Chemical and Biotechnical, Food and Process Technology
Type: Professional bachelor's degree
Duration: 1½ years
European transfer credits: 90 ECTS
Language: English
The programme in Chemical and Biotechnical, Food and Process Technology will qualify you to cooperate across the disciplines of the food industry both nationally and internationally.
This is a top-up programme for laboratory technicians and process technologists.
The programme contains three specialisations, of which you must choose one:
- Biotechnology, which consists of such things as cell biology, chemical analysis and the production and analysis of bio-molecules.
- Food technology, which consists of such things as food technology, microbiology, safety and innovation.
- Process technology, which consists of such things as the operation and maintenance of process equipment, calibration systems, resource management and the work environment.
In addition there are electives and compulsory courses in core subjects: test planning, production and quality control, communication, corporate matters and basic scientific subjects.
Teaching is a combination of lectures, assignments and project work.
There is a work placement in a company in Denmark or abroad.
Chemical and Biotechnical, Food and Process Technology can be studied as a:
- 1½-year top-up bachelor programme (90 ECTS)
You also have the possibility to take single courses or subjects within the programme.
If you choose to complete the bachelor degree programme, you will graduate with the academic title Bachelor in Chemical and Biotechnical, Food and Process Technology.
Educational Institutions
You can study Chemical and Biotechnical, Food and Process Technology at Business Academy Aarhus.
Entry Requirements
Contact the educational institution for detailed information on entry requirements and required English proficiency levels.
To find out how you can get your foreign certificate assessed for recognition here in Denmark, see the Danish Agency for International Education.
Admission
The application deadline is March 15 for a course start in September. Admission is handled through The Danish Coordinated Application System. You can apply via optagelse.dk.
A few educational institutions offer a course start in February, where applications are sent directly to the institution. Contact the educational institution for detailed information on application deadlines.
Exchange students should contact their home institution for information on application procedures and deadlines.
Tuition
There is a tuition fee for all full-degree students, unless you are a student from an EU/EEA country, or from Switzerland.
Students within an exchange programme are not required to pay tuition.
Contact the individual institution for more specific information.
Semester Start
An academic year is made up of two semesters, which begin around September 1.
Danish Qualification framework
The programme is graded at level 6 in the Danish Qualification Framework for Lifelong Learning. The Qualification Framework contains levels 1-8 and defines the expected learning outcome of an education programme. Read more about Qualification Framework for Higher Education.
Further Information
You may find a list of courses taught in Danish at the Danish Ministry of Education website
You can find information on practical issues related to your study visit in Denmark with Danish Agency for International Education:
Computer Science (AP)
Computer Science includes subjects such as general business knowledge, system development and internet technology. In the final project you will develop an IT system for a company.
The programme gives you knowledge about e.g. system design and usability, data structures and computer architectures.
Name: Computer Science (Advanced Computer Studies)
Type: Academy Profession Programme
Duration: 2 years and 3 months
European transfer credits: 135 ECTS
Language: English
In the Computer Science programme you learn to develop software, that is, the contents that make up various IT programmes.
You will gain knowledge about existing standard systems and how to develop new ones from, for example, a given enterprise's special needs. You learn as well, how to programme and work with others in a team.
The programme takes 2 years and 3 months to complete and consists of the following subjects:
- General Business Knowledge in an IT Perspective: Project Management and Organisation, Business Economics, E-business and IT Strategies.
- Systems Development: Systems analysis, Systems design, Usability, Methodology and Development Strategies.
- Programming: Algorithms and Data Structures, Problem-solving, Object-oriented Design Patterns and Architectures, Programming languages, and Databases.
- Internet Technology: Operating systems, Concurrency control, Security and Safety, Computer Architectures, Networks and Network Architecture.
You finish the programme with a major final project, in which you develop a specific IT-solution for an existing company.
Teaching varies between lectures and classroom instruction. In addition, there is often project work with other students. Students are encouraged to participate in class discussions.
Computer Science is an Academy Profession (AP) Programme rated at 135 ECTS. The qualification is called an AP Degree - an Academy Profession Degree.
Educational Institutions
You can study Computer Science at Business Academy Copenhagen North, Centre for Vocational Education Lolland Falster, Roskilde Business College, UCN in Aalborg and Business Academy Southwest.
Entry Requirements
General admission requirements for international students include one of the following international certificates:
- The Danish/French Baccalauréat (DFB), the European Baccalaureate (EB), the International Baccalaureate (IB), the Option Internationale du Baccalauréat (OIB) or another foreign qualifying examination certificate that can be equated with a Danish upper secondary school leaving certificate
In addition, there can be prerequisites for English and mathematics proficiencies at predefined levels.
Contact the educational institution you wish to apply to for detailed information on entry requirements and required English proficiency levels.
To find out how you can get your foreign certificate assessed for recognition here in Denmark, see the Danish Agency for International Education.
Admission
The application deadline is March 15 for a course start in September. Admission is handled through The Danish Coordinated Application System. You can apply via optagelse.dk.
A few educational institutions offer a course start in February. Applications are sent to the institution. For more information on application deadlines, contact the institution.
Exchange students should contact their own educational institution for information on application procedures and deadlines.
Tuition
All students are required to pay a tuition fee, except those coming from a Nordic and EU country, or from Liechtenstein.
Tuition is free for students in an exchange programme.
Contact the educational institution for specific information.
Semester Start
An academic year is made up of two semesters, which begin around September 1 and February 1.
For further information
You can find information on practical issues related to your study visit in Denmark with Danish Agency for International Education:
E-concept Development
E-concept Development is a top-up programme on the strategic development of e-commerce and e-business concepts.
You can choose between e-commerce and e-design and will gain a sound knowledge of digital communication.
Facts
Duration: 1½ years
European transfer credits: 90 ECTSLanguage:English
About the Programme
On the programme, you will learn to work with the development of concepts for all digital platforms on a strategic and practical level.
In addition to the mandatory courses, you will choose between courses in either e-commerce or e-design. The course also consists of a number of electives and an internship.
On the programme, you will be taught such things as:
- E-concept development
- E-project management
- User experience (UX) and theory of science
E-commerce covers topics in:
- Strategic concept and business development
- Technology
- E-commerce law
E-design covers topics in:
- Digital design development with focus on service design
- Intercultural relations and aesthetics, design and identity
- Digital genres
The programme is taught using a combination of traditional methods, independent problem solving, projects and group work. There is a three month internship.
Read more about Danish teaching methods at www.studyindenmark.dk.
E-concept and Development can be studied as a:
1½-year professional bachelor programme (90 ECTS)
You also have the possibility to take single courses or subjects within the programme.
If you choose to complete the bachelor degree programme, you will graduate with the academic title Bachelor in E-concept Development.
Educational Institutions
You can study E-concept Development at University College of Northern Denmark in Aalborg and Business Academy Aarhus in Aarhus.
Entry Requirements
The general admission requirements for international students include one of the following international certificates: AP degree in multimedia design, e-design, design technology, information technologist or an equivalent qualification.
In addition, documentation may be required verifying your proficiency in English is at a specified level and high level in Mathematics.
Contact the educational institution you wish to apply to for detailed information on entry requirements and required English proficiency levels.
To find out how you can get your foreign certificate assessed for recognition here in Denmark, see the Danish Agency for International Education.
Admission
The application deadline is March 15 for a course start in September. Admission is handled through The Danish Coordinated Application System. You can apply via optagelse.dk.
A few educational institutions offer a course start in February, where applications are sent directly to the institution. Contact the educational institution for detailed information on application deadlines.
Exchange students should contact their home institution for information on application procedures and deadlines.
Tuition
There is a tuition fee for all full-degree students, unless you are a student from an EU/EEA country, or from Switzerland.
Students within an exchange programme are not required to pay tuition.
Contact the individual institution for more specific information.
Semester Start
An academic year is made up of two semesters, which begin around September 1.
Danish Qualification framework
The programme is graded at level 6 in the Danish Qualification Framework for Lifelong Learning. The Qualification Framework contains levels 1-8 and defines the expected learning outcome of an education programme. Read more about Qualification Framework for Higher Education.
For Further Information
You can find information on practical issues related to your study visit in Denmark with Danish Agency for International Education, using either of the following links:
Environmental Management
This programme contains subject areas such as international studies, human resource development and communication as well as business studies. In the environmental management studies you are introduced to biological and environmental subjects.
Facts
Name: Agricultural Science
Type: AP Programme
Duration: 2 years
European transfer credits: 120 ECTS
About the Programme
The programme takes 2 years of full-time study. The compulsory subject areas are: International Studies Human Resource Development and Communication Studies in Biology and the Environment Business Studies There is a compulsory profile which concentrates on environmental biology, nature and the economics involved in managing the environment in a global perspective. You will be able to specialise in the areas that interest you most. You finish the programme with your main project.
Teaching varies between lectures and classroom instruction. In addition, there is often project work with other students. Students are encouraged to participate in class discussions. Read more about Danish teaching methods at www.studyindenmark.dk.
Agro Business and Landscape Management is an Academy Profession (AP) Programme rated at 120 ECTS. The qualification is called an AP Degree - an Academy Profession Degree.
Educational Institutions
You can study Environmental Management at Business Academy Aarhus, in Aarhus.
Entry Requirements
General admission requirements for international students include one of the following international certificates:
- The Danish/French Baccalauréat (DFB), the European Baccalaureate (EB), the International Baccalaureate (IB), the Option Internationale du Baccalauréat (OIB) or another foreign qualifying examination certificate that can be equated with a Danish upper secondary school leaving certificate
- A relevant business programme within farming, forestry or gardening
In addition, there can be prerequisites for English and mathematics proficiencies at predefined levels.
Contact the educational institution you wish to apply to for detailed information on entry requirements and required English proficiency levels.
To find out how you can get your foreign certificate assessed for recognition here in Denmark, see the Danish Agency for International Education.
Admission
The application deadline is March 15 for a course start in September. Admission is handled through The Danish Coordinated Application System. You can apply via optagelse.dk.
A few educational institutions offer a course start in February. Applications are sent to the institution. For more information on application deadlines, contact the institution.
Exchange students should contact their own educational institution for information on application procedures and deadlines.
Tuition
All students are required to pay a tuition fee, except those coming from a Nordic and EU country, or from Liechtenstein.
Tuition is free for students in an exchange programme.
Contact the educational institution for specific information.
Semester Start
An academic year is made up of two semesters, which begin around September 1 and February 1.
For further information
You can find information on practical issues related to your study visit in Denmark with Danish Agency for International Education:
Financial Management and Services
The bachelor programme in finance allows you to specialize in advisory functions for the finance sector, e.g. banks, insurance companies or accounting firms.
The programme provides a sound knowledge of financial and legal subjects such as economics, personal finance and commercial law. At the same time you learn about customer advice, communication and how best to present proposed solutions.
Depending on your choice of specialized subjects, you can work in the bank sector, the property market or in accountancy.
Facts
Name: Financial Management and Services
Type: Professional Bachelor's Programme
Duration: 3½ years
European transfer credits: 210 ECTS
Language: English
About the Programme
The Financial Management and Services programme focuses on advisory and administrative functions in financial enterprises. You learn to work in an analytical and customer related manner and to use financial tools to plan tasks.
You will also learn how to use necessary IT tools.
The programme takes 3½ years and is divided into terms that last 20-24 weeks. After the first three terms, you specialize in a particular sector. The fifth term is an internship in a financial company.
The following subjects are covered by the programme:
- Economics
- Business Economics
- Marketing
- Consultancy
- Property financing
In addition to the above mentioned subjects, there are elective courses, work placement, a sector project and the concluding bachelor project.
Teaching varies between lectures and classroom instruction. The study and work form is based on project groups. Students are encouraged to participate in class discussions.
Read more about Danish teaching methods at www.studyindenmark.dk.
If you choose to complete the bachelor programme, you will graduate with the academic title Bachelor.
Educational Institutions
You can study Financial Management and Services at Business Academy Aarhus in Aarhus.
Entry Requirements
General admission requirements for international students include one of the following international certificates:
The Danish/French Baccalauréat (DFB), the European Baccalaureate (EB), the International Baccalaureate (IB), the Option Internationale du Baccalauréat (OIB) or another foreign qualifying examination certificate that can be equated with a Danish upper secondary school leaving certificate.
In addition, there can be prerequisites for English and mathematics proficiencies at predefined levels.
Contact the educational institution for detailed information on entry requirements and required English proficiency levels.
To find out whether the level of your foreign certificate satifies the general entry requirements, see the Danish Agency for International Education.
Admission
The application deadline is March 15 for a course start in September. Admission is handled through The Danish Coordinated Application System. You can apply via optagelse.dk.
Exchange students should contact their home institution for information on application procedures and deadlines.
Tuition
There is a tuition fee for all full-degree students, unless you are a student from an EU/EEA country, or from Switzerland.
Students within an exchange programme are not required to pay tuition.
Contact the individual institution for more specific information.
Semester Start
An academic year is made up of two semesters, which begin around September 1 and February 1.
Danish Qualification framework
The programme is graded at level 6 in the Danish Qualification Framework for Lifelong Learning. The Qualification Framework contains levels 1-8 and defines the expected learning outcome of an education programme. Read more about Qualification Framework for Higher Education.
For Further Information
You can find information on practical issues related to your study visit in Denmark with Danish Agency for International Education, using either of the following links:
International Sales and Marketing Management
The programme is a top-up programme which focuses on sales, marketing and law.
You will gain knowledge of management and finance with an eye to international trade and cooperation. The programme provides you with a basis for understanding and conducting international trade on a high level. You will learn about the factors which can influence trade.
Facts
Name: International Sales and Marketing Management
Type: Professional Bachelor's Programme
Duration: 1½ years
European transfer credits: 90 ECTS
Language: English
About the Programme
A professional bachelor in International Sales and Marketing Management is a top-up programme that takes 1½ years. It consists of 3 terms including work placement and a final thesis.
The following subjects are taught:
- Company sales base, focusing on sales and marketing.
- Methodology and scientific theory, that amongst other things covers report writing skills.
- Business development from an international perspective with focus on sales' strategies, sales training etc., and an optional theme.
The final term is comprised of work placement and a final thesis.
Study is made up of traditional teaching, independent problem solving, project work and group work.
Read more about Danish teaching methods at www.studyindenmark.dk.
International Sales and Marketing Management can be studied as a:
- 1½-year professional bachelor programme (90 ECTS)
You also have the possibility to take single courses or subjects within the programme.
If you choose to complete the bachelor degree programme, you will graduate with the academic title Bachelor in International Sales and Marketing Management.
Educational Institutions
You can study International Sales and Marketing Management at the Business Academy, Aarhus, International Business College (IBA), Roskilde Business College, University College of Northern Denmark and VIA University College, Horsens.
Entry Requirements
The general admission requirements for international students include one of the following international certificates: AP degree in Marketing Management, Hospitality, Service and Tourism Management or an equivalent qualification.
In addition, documentation may be required verifying your proficiency in English is at a specified level and high level in Mathematics.
Contact the educational institution you wish to apply to for detailed information on entry requirements and required English proficiency levels.
To find out how you can get your foreign certificate assessed for recognition here in Denmark, see the Danish Agency for International Education.
Admission
The application deadline is March 15 for a course start in September. Admission is handled through The Danish Coordinated Application System. You can apply via optagelse.dk.
A few educational institutions offer a course start in February, where applications are sent directly to the institution. Contact the educational institution for detailed information on application deadlines.
Exchange students should contact their home institution for information on application procedures and deadlines.
Tuition
There is a tuition fee for all full-degree students, unless you are a student from an EU/EEA country, or from Switzerland.
Students within an exchange programme are not required to pay tuition.
Contact the individual institution for more specific information.
Semester Start
An academic year is made up of two semesters, which begin around September 1.
Danish Qualification framework
The programme is graded at level 6 in the Danish Qualification Framework for Lifelong Learning. The Qualification Framework contains levels 1-8 and defines the expected learning outcome of an education programme. Read more about Qualification Framework for Higher Education.
For Further Information
You can find information on practical issues related to your study visit in Denmark with Danish Agency for International Education, using either of the following links:
IT Network and Electronics Technology
The IT Network and Electronics Technology programme takes two years and consists of a compulsory part, which makes up 3/4 of the programme, and an elective part, which makes up the last 1/4.
You will learn to produce and quality control technologies for electronic and data technology systems.
Facts
Name: IT Network and Electronics Technology
Type: Academy Profession Programme
Duration: 2 years
European transfer credits: 120 ECTS
Language: English
About the Programme
The IT Network and Electronics Technology programme takes 2 years and consists of a compulsory part, which makes up 3/4 of the programme, and an elective part, which makes up the last 1/4. Under way in the programme, you must specialise in either Communications Technology or Electronics.
The compulsory part is separated into three subject areas:
- General studies, which includes the subjects: Communications, Technical Documentation, Technical Mathematics, Information Technology and Electronics
- Business Studies, which includes the subjects: Business Purchasing and Sales, Business Economics, Business Organisation, Project Management, Environment and Security, and Quality
- Technology, which includes the base electives within either Electronics or Communications Technology
During the Electronics study programme, you learn, among other things, about electronic circuitry, networks as well as production and test equipment.
During the Communications Technology study programme, you learn about communication technology systems, network systems, database systems and data security.
You must choose one of the base electives. The base electives make up a majority of the curriculum and courses can be found in the first, second and third semesters. Not all educational institutions offer both study programmes.
The programme's elective part consists of a specialisation track and a final examination project. In the specialisation track you will focus on a limited subject, which you will choose. The final project can be completed in cooperation with a company. The specialisation track must be a part of the final project.
Teaching varies between lectures and classroom instruction. In addition, there is often project work with other students. Students are encouraged to participate in class discussions.
Read more about Danish teaching methods at www.studyindenmark.dk.
IT Network and Electronics Technology is an Academy Profession (AP) Programme rated at 120 ECTS. The qualification is called an AP Degree - an Academy Profession Degree.
At some schools the programme is called IT Technology.
Educational Institutions
You can study IT Network and Electronics Technology at schools in KEA in Copenhagen, Lillebaelt Academy of Professional Higher Education in Odense, Business Academy Aarhus in Aarhus and at UCN in Aalborg.
Entry Requirements
General admission requirements for international students include one of the following international certificates:
- The Danish/French Baccalauréat (DFB), the European Baccalaureate (EB), the International Baccalaureate (IB), the Option Internationale du Baccalauréat (OIB) or another foreign qualifying examination certificate that can be equated with a Danish upper secondary school leaving certificate
- A relevant business programme within electrical currents or electronics area
In addition, there can be prerequisites for English and mathematics proficiencies at predefined levels.
Contact the educational institution you wish to apply to for detailed information on entry requirements and required English proficiency levels.
To find out whether the level of your foreign certificate satifies the general entry requirements, see the Danish Agency for International Education.
Admission
The application deadline is March 15 for a course start in September. Admission is handled through The Danish Coordinated Application System. You can apply via optagelse.dk.
A few educational institutions offer a course start in February. Applications are sent to the institution. For more information on application deadlines, contact the institution.
Exchange students should contact their own educational institution for information on application procedures and deadlines.
Tuition
There is a tuition fee for all full-degree students, unless you are a student from an EU/EEA country, or from Switzerland.
Students within an exchange programme are not required to pay tuition.
Contact the individual institution for more specific information.
Semester Start
An academic year is made up of two semesters, which begin around September 1 and February 1.
Danish Qualification framework
The programme is graded at level 5 in the Danish Qualification Framework for Lifelong Learning. The Qualification Framework contains levels 1-8 and defines the expected learning outcome of an education programme. Read more about Qualification Framework for Higher Education.
For Further Information
You can find information on practical issues related to your study visit in Denmark with Danish Agency for International Education, using either of the following links:
Marketing Management
You will be introduced to such subjects as International Marketing, Financial Management, Organisation and Logistics and many more.
The programme gives you a thorough academic knowledge of the corporation's many work functions with emphasis on marketing.
Facts
Name: Marketing ManagementType: Academy Profession Programme
Duration: 2 years
European transfer credits: 120 ECTS
Language: English
About the Programme
Marketing Management is a 2-year programme, which is based on applied science, providing a combination of economic, communicative and cultural subjects with major focus on international marketing.
The programme is a combination of theory and practical experience with many projects and case studies from existing companies.
Compulsory subjects are:
- International Marketing
- Global Communication
- Project Management
- Organisation and Logistics
- Design
- Financial Management
- Global Economics and Development
- International Business Law
Some shools offer specific streams, for example:
- Business Economics and Statistics
- Communications
- Entrepreneurship
In addition, there may be special elective combinations. Therefore, inquire at the individual school.
The specialisation period in the 4th semester may consist of either a work placement in a company in Denmark or abroad or theoretical studies at an institution of higher education in Denmark or abroad.
The final project should demonstrate the ability to work independently and methodologically with a complex problem within the area of marketing and is usually done in cooperation with a company.
Teaching varies between lectures and classroom instruction. In addition, there is often project work with other students. Students are encouraged to participate in class discussions.
Read more about Danish teaching methods at www.studyindenmark.dk.
Marketing Management is an Academy Profession (AP) Programme rated at 120 ECTS. The qualification is called an AP Degree - an Academy Profession Degree.
Educational Institutions
You can study Marketing Management at Niels Brock in Copenhagen, Business Academy Southwest in Esbjerg and Sønderborg, VIA University College in Horsens, International Business Academy in Kolding, Business Academy, Copenhagen North in Lyngby, EA LiIllebælt in Odense, EA Dania in Randers, Roskilde Business College Roskilde in Roskilde, EA Dania in Viborg, UCN in Aalborg, and Business Academy in Aarhus.
Entry Requirements
General admission requirements for international students include one of the following international certificates:
- The Danish/French Baccalauréat (DFB), the European Baccalaureate (EB), the International Baccalaureate (IB), the Option Internationale du Baccalauréat (OIB) or another foreign qualifying examination certificate that can be equated with a Danish upper secondary school leaving certificate
- A relevant business programme within trade, office administration or finance
In addition, there can be prerequisites for English and mathematics proficiencies at predefined levels.
Contact the educational institution you wish to apply to for detailed information on entry requirements and required English proficiency levels.
To find out whether the level of your foreign certificate satifies the general entry requirements, see the Danish Agency for International Education.
Admission
The application deadline is March 15 for a course start in September. Admission is handled through The Danish Coordinated Application System. You can apply via optagelse.dk.
A few educational institutions offer a course start in February. Applications are sent to the institution. For more information on application deadlines, contact the institution.
Exchange students should contact their own educational institution for information on application procedures and deadlines.
Tuition
There is a tuition fee for all full-degree students, unless you are a student from an EU/EEA country, or from Switzerland.
Students within an exchange programme are not required to pay tuition.
Contact the individual institution for more specific information.
Semester Start
An academic year is made up of two semesters, which begin around September 1 and February 1.
Danish Qualification framework
The programme is graded at level 5 in the Danish Qualification Framework for Lifelong Learning. The Qualification Framework contains levels 1-8 and defines the expected learning outcome of an education programme. Read more about Qualification Framework for Higher Education.
For further information
You can find information on practical issues related to your study visit in Denmark with Danish Agency for International Education, using either of the following links:
Multimedia Design and Communication
You will be introduced to such subjects as Communication, Dissemination, Visualisation, Concept Development etc.
In the programme, you work with new technology and learn to design, plan and create, for example, websites. You also learn to control and administer a multimedia production.
Name: Multimedia Design and Communication
Type: Academy Profession Programme
Duration: 2 years
European transfer credits: 120 ECTS
The programme in Multimedia Design and Communication takes 2 years and contains a compulsory part and an elective part. In the compulsory part, you go through courses in the following subject areas:
- The Business
- Communication and Dissemination
- Visualisation and Concept Development
- Interaction Development
In the course of the programme, you will learn to comprehend organisational structures and processes in connection with multimedia development.
You will work across disciplines with, among other things, communication and dissemination theories, construction of websites, graphic design, audio/video and 3D animation, aesthetics, marketing, journalism, IT systems and data communication.
In the elective part, you must specialise in one of the four subject areas.
In your final examination project, you solve a concrete problem for a company in connection with a placement in that company.
Teaching varies between lectures and classroom instruction. In addition, there is often project work with other students. Students are encouraged to participate in class discussions.
Multimedia Design and Communication is an Academy Profession (AP) Programme rated at 120 ECTS. The qualification is called an AP Degree - an Academy Profession Degree.
Educational Institutions
You can study Multimedia Design and Communication at Busines Academy Copenhagen North, International Business Academy - Erhvervsakademi Kolding, Lillebaelt Academy of Professional Higher Education, Centre for Vocational Education Lolland Falster, Zealand Institute of Business and Technology - Campus Køge, Business Academy SoutWest, Zealand Institute of Business and Technology - Campus Slagelse, Multimedia Design and Communication, Copenhagen School of Design and Technology (KEA) and University College of Northern Denmark in Aalborg.
Entry Requirements
General admission requirements for international students include one of the following international certificates:
- The Danish/French Baccalauréat (DFB), the European Baccalaureate (EB), the International Baccalaureate (IB), the Option Internationale du Baccalauréat (OIB) or another foreign qualifying examination certificate that can be equated with a Danish upper secondary school leaving certificate
- A relevant business programme
In addition, there can be prerequisites for English and mathematics proficiencies at predefined levels.
Contact the educational institution you wish to apply to for detailed information on entry requirements and required English proficiency levels.
To find out how you can get your foreign certificate assessed for recognition here in Denmark, see the Danish Agency for International Education.
Admission
The application deadline is March 15 for a course start in September. Admission is handled through The Danish Coordinated Application System. You can apply via optagelse.dk.
A few educational institutions offer a course start in February. Applications are sent to the institution. For more information on application deadlines, contact the institution.
Exchange students should contact their own educational institution for information on application procedures and deadlines.
Tuition
All students are required to pay a tuition fee, except those coming from a Nordic and EU country, or from Liechtenstein.
Tuition is free for students in an exchange programme.
Contact the educational institution for specific information.
Semester Start
An academic year is made up of two semesters, which begin around September 1 and February 1.
Further Information
You may find a list of courses taught in Danish at the Danish Ministry of Education website:
You can find information on practical issues related to your study visit in Denmark with Danish Agency for International Education:
Product Development and Integrative Technology
This top-up programme is for those who have a qualification in production or technology from a business academy.
You will learn how to integrate different technologies and approaches in the development and construction of technical systems and products.
Facts
Name: Product Development and Integrative Technology
Type: Professional Bachelor's Programme
Duration: 1½ years
European transfer credits: 90 ECTS
Language: English
About the Programme
The programme combines product development and technical integration with a study programme that supplements the following business academy programmes: IT and Network technologist, production technologist, electrician, automation technologist or energy technologist.
It consists of three semesters each lasting six months.
There are three lines of specialisation:
- Product development, design and production - specialisation for production technologists
- IT and electronics - specialisation for IT Network and Electronic technologists
- Installation, automation and energy - specialisation for electricians, automation technologists and energy technologists.
Teaching methods vary between lectures, independent assignments and project work.
Read more about Danish teaching methods at www.studyindenmark.dk.
Product Development and Integrative Technology can be studied as a:
1½-year bachelor top-up programme (90 ECTS)
You also have the possibility to take single courses or subjects within the programme.
If you choose to complete the bachelor degree programme, you will graduate with the academic title Bachelor in Product Development and Integrative Technology.
Educational Institutions
You can study Product Development and Integrative Technology at Business Academy Aarhus in Aarhus and at UCN in Aalborg.
Entry Requirements
The general admission requirements for international students include one of the following international certificates: production technology, IT and Network technology, electrician, automation technology, energy technology or a similar qualification.
In addition, documentation may be required verifying your proficiency in English is at a specified level.
Contact the educational institution you wish to apply to for detailed information on entry requirements and required English proficiency levels.
To find out how you can get your foreign certificate assessed for recognition here in Denmark, see the Danish Agency for International Education.
Admission
The application deadline is March 15 for a course start in September. Admission is handled through The Danish Coordinated Application System. You can apply via optagelse.dk.
A few educational institutions offer a course start in February, where applications are sent directly to the institution. Contact the educational institution for detailed information on application deadlines.
Exchange students should contact their home institution for information on application procedures and deadlines.
Tuition
There is a tuition fee for all full-degree students, unless you are a student from an EU/EEA country, or from Switzerland.
Students within an exchange programme are not required to pay tuition.
Contact the individual institution for more specific information.
Semester Start
An academic year is made up of two semesters, which begin around September 1.
Danish Qualification framework
The programme is graded at level 6 in the Danish Qualification Framework for Lifelong Learning. The Qualification Framework contains levels 1-8 and defines the expected learning outcome of an education programme. Read more about Qualification Framework for Higher Education.
For Further Information
You can find information on practical issues related to your study visit in Denmark with Danish Agency for International Education, using either of the following links:
Software Development
This top-up programme covers the technical and theoretical aspects of software development, such as system integration and database development.
You will gain the knowledge and skills needed to participate in large IT development projects. You will learn to use various databases and to further develop existing systems. On the project management course, you will learn to manage and communicate software development processes.
Facts
Name: Software Development
Type: Professional Bachelor's Programme
Duration: 1½ years
European transfer credits: 90 ECTS
Language: English
DQF: 6
About the Programme
Software development is a top-up programme that takes 1½ years. It consists of five core subjects, three electives, work placement and a final thesis.
The five core subjects are:
- development of large systems
- database for developers
- contract based development
- system integration
- test
The three electives are:
- project management
- safety
- theory of science
The programme is taught using a combination of traditional methods, independent problem solving, projects and group work
Read more about Danish teaching methods at www.studyindenmark.dk.
Software Development can be studied as a:
1½-year professional bachelor programme (90 ECTS)
You also have the possibility to take single courses or subjects within the programme.
If you choose to complete the bachelor degree programme, you will graduate with the academic title Bachelor in Software Development.
Danish Qualification framework
The programme is graded at level 6 in the Danish Qualification Framework for Lifelong Learning. The Qualification Framework contains levels 1-8 and defines the expected learning outcome of an education programme. Read more about Qualification Framework for Higher Education.
Educational Institutions
You can study Software Development at University College of Northern Denmark and Business Academy Aarhus. See the menu to the right for the addresses.
Entry Requirements
The general admission requirements for international students include one of the following international certificates: AP degree in Computer Science or an equivelent qualification.
In addition, documentation may be required verifying your proficiency in English is at a specified level and high level in Mathematics.
Contact the educational institution you wish to apply to for detailed information on entry requirements and required English proficiency levels. See the menu to the right for contact information.
To find out how you can get your foreign certificate assessed for recognition here in Denmark, see the Danish Agency for International Education.
Admission
The application deadline is March 15 for a course start in September. Admission is handled through The Danish Coordinated Application System. You can apply via optagelse.dk.
A few educational institutions offer a course start in February, where applications are sent directly to the institution. Contact the educational institution for detailed information on application deadlines.
Exchange students should contact their home institution for information on application procedures and deadlines.
Tuition
There is a tuition fee for all full-degree students, unless you are a student from an EU/EEA country, or from Switzerland.
Students within an exchange programme are not required to pay tuition.
Contact the individual institution for more specific information.
Semester Start
An academic year is made up of two semesters, which begin around September 1.
For Further Information
You can find information on practical issues related to your study visit in Denmark with Danish Agency for International Education, using either of the following links:
Web Development
This top-up programme provides you with the skills you need to design and build all sorts of web applications.
You will learn how to analyse and use different systems, e.g. XML and CMS and you will acquire the skills you need to work with various platforms, media and applications.
Facts
Name: Web Development
Type: Professional bachelor's degree
Duration: 1½ years
European transfer credits: 90 ECTS
Language: English
About the Programme
Web development is a top-up programme that last for 1½ years. It consists of six core subjects and three electives.
The six core subjects are:
- web programming and network
- backend programming and frontend programming
- databases og XML
- udviklingsmiljøer og CMS
- web communication and network sociology
- interface design and digital aesthetics
- advanced media technologies
The three electives are:
- project management
- safety
- theory of science
All subjects are completed by taking an oral examination of an approved project report.
The programme is taught using a combination of traditional methods, independent problem solving, projects and group work.
Read more about Danish teaching methods at www.studyindenmark.dk.
Web Development can be studied as a:
1½-year professional bachelor (90 ECTS)
You also have the possibility to take single courses or subjects within the programme.
If you choose to complete the bachelor degree programme, you will graduate with the academic title Bachelor in Web Development.
Educational Institutions
You can study Web Development at University College of Northern Denmark and Business Academy Aarhus. See the menu to the right for the addresses.
Entry Requirements
The general admission requirements for international students include one of the following international certificates: AP degree in Multimedia Design and Communication, Computer Science or an equivalent qualification.
In addition, documentation may be required verifying your proficiency in English is at a specified level and high level in Mathematics.
Contact the educational institution you wish to apply to for detailed information on entry requirements and required English proficiency levels. See the menu to the right for contact information.
To find out how you can get your foreign certificate assessed for recognition here in Denmark, see the Danish Agency for International Education.
Admission
The application deadline is March 15 for a course start in September. Admission is handled through The Danish Coordinated Application System. You can apply via optagelse.dk.
A few educational institutions offer a course start in February, where applications are sent directly to the institution. Contact the educational institution for detailed information on application deadlines.
Exchange students should contact their home institution for information on application procedures and deadlines.
Tuition
There is a tuition fee for all full-degree students, unless you are a student from an EU/EEA country, or from Switzerland.
Students within an exchange programme are not required to pay tuition.
Contact the individual institution for more specific information.
Semester Start
An academic year is made up of two semesters, which begin around September 1.
Danish Qualification framework
The programme is graded at level 6 in the Danish Qualification Framework for Lifelong Learning. The Qualification Framework contains levels 1-8 and defines the expected learning outcome of an education programme. Read more about Qualification Framework for Higher Education.
For Further Information
You can find information on practical issues related to your study visit in Denmark with Danish Agency for International Education, using either of the following links:
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