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Agro-Environmental Management
The programme gives you insight into e.g. political developments in Europe and the external role of the EU or EU compared with e.g. the African Union.
You will learn to analyse and understand the EU and its institutions as well as the economic and social development in Europe.
Name: European Studies (Social Science)
Type: University programme
Duration: BSc: 3 years, MSc: 2 years, Combined: 5 years
European transfer credits: BSc: 180 ECTS, MSc: 120 ECTS
Language: English
European Studies focuses on the economic and political developments in Europe. You will receive the theoretic principles needed to analyse and understand the EU and its institutions. The programme is interdisciplinary. You will study the development in Europe from an economic, social and cultural perspective.
You will be able to study areas like:
- Regional integration and international organizations, where you can study European integration in comparison to e.g. the African Union, ASEAN or Mercusur. - Politics, culture and identity, where the focus is on the importance of cultural factors and identities for political processes in Europe and elsewhere. - The political economy of Europe, where you can study the interplay of political and economic processes. - EU law, an area of extreme importance for all member states.
- Politics, culture and identity, where you can study the interplay of political and economic processes.
- Regional integration and international organisations, where you, for example, examine international organisations and their role in the international community
- The external role of the European Union, where you, for instance, learn about EU’s trade and development policy, its neighbourhood policy or the EU as provider of peace-keeping missions
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.
European Studies (Social Science) can be studied as a:
- 3-year BSc programme (180 ECTS) at the University of Southern Denmark in Sønderborg
- 2-year MSc programme (120 ECTS) at Aalborg University
- 2-year MSc programme (120 ECTS) at Universität Flensburg, Germany (in cooperation with the University of Southern Denmark (SDU). You will be awarded a dual Danish/German degree).
You also have the possibility to take single courses or subjects within the programme.
If you choose to complete the bachelor's degree programme, you will graduate with the academic title of Bachelor of Science (BSc). Graduation from the master's degree programme confers the title Master of Science (MSc).
Educational Institutions
You can study European Studies (Social Science) at the University of Southern Denmark (Syddansk Universitet) in Sønderborg (BSc programme only) and at Aalborg University (Aalborg Universitet) in Aalborg (MSc programme only). Also, you have the possibility to study the MSc programme at Universität Flensburg, Germany in cooperation with the University of Southern Denmark.
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.
To be admitted to an MSc programme, you must have a bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject.
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.
The application deadline for MSc programmes varies according to the educational institution. Contact the individual institution for further information regarding its application deadline and forms. Apply directly at the University.
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-time degree students, unless you are a student from a Nordic or EU country, or from Liechtenstein.
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.
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:
Agrobiology
In the programme, you will be introduced to subjects such as Animal Health and Welfare, Plant Nutrition and Health, Agriculture in a Global Perspective and Organic Agriculture.
You will learn about agriculture in a global perspective and about organic farming.
The programme gives you a broad knowledge about primary agriculture. You will obtain specialised knowledge in aspects of agriculture relating to quality, biology, communication, technology and organisation.
You can choose one of these lines:
- Animal Health and Welfare
- Plant Nutrition and Health
- Organic Agriculture
You will study the processes from the genetic background material in agricultural production to the quality of the end product.
Teaching varies between lectures, classroom instruction, exercises and project work in groups. Students are encouraged to participate in class discussions.
The final 6 months you will be making your MSc thesis. The thesis is a scientific research project, often carried out in collaboration with one of university's industrial partners.
Graduation from the master's degree programme confers the title Master of Science in Engineering.
Entry Requirements
To be admitted to an MSc programme, you must have a bachelor degree in a relevant subject.
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 for MSc programmes varies according to the educational institution. Contact the individual institution for further information regarding its application deadline and forms.
Exchange students should contact their home institution for information on application procedures and deadlines.
Tuition
There is a tuition fee for all full-time degree students, unless you are a student from a Nordic or EU country, or from Liechtenstein.
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.
Educational Institutions
You can study Agrobiology at Aarhus University
Aarhus University
At the Aarhus University Agrobiology can be studied as a:
- 2-year masters degree programme (120 ECTS)
You also have the possibility to take single courses or subjects within the programme.
Read more about the programme at www.au.dk.
For Further Information
You may find a list of courses taught in Danish at the Danish Ministry of Education website
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:
Applied Mechanics
The programme gives you insight into subjects such as modern methods and technologies to design solutions for mechanical engineering. You can choose to study a single course of the programme.
You will learn to find solutions for mechanical engineering problems. In the final six month of the programme you will write your thesis.
Name: Applied Mechanics
Type: University Programme
Duration: 2 years
European transfer credits: 120 ECTS
Language: English
You will learn to solve concrete mechanical engineering problems.
You will use modern methods, technologies and principles to understand, design and implement solutions in mechanical engineering.
Teaching varies between lectures, classroom instruction and project work in groups. Students are encouraged to participate in class discussions.
The final 6 months you will be making your MSc thesis.
Applied Mehanics can be studied as a:
- 2-year masters degree programme (120 ECTS)
You also have the possibility to take single courses or subjects within the programme.
Graduation from the master's degree programme confers the title Master of Science (MSc).
Educational Institutions
You can study Applied Mechanics at Aarhus University.
Entry Requirements
To be admitted to an MSc programme, you must have a bachelor degree in a relevant subject.
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 for MSc programmes varies according to the educational institution. Contact the individual institution for further information regarding its application deadline and forms.
Exchange students should contact their home institution for information on application procedures and deadlines.
Tuition
There is a tuition fee for all full-time degree students, unless you are a student from a Nordic or EU country, or from Liechtenstein.
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.
For Further Information
You may find a list of courses taught in Danish at the Danish Ministry of Education website
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:
Arab and Islamic Studies
The master programme in Arab and Islamic Studies focuses on society, culture and history. You will study different aspects of the Arab and Islamic world, including the contemporary era, and gain a wide knowledge of Islam and Muslims around the world.
You will continue to develop your skills in Arabic and you will be able to do your internship in Denmark or the Arab world.
The programme provides the opportunity to work in many different fields such as; tourism, the media, the intelligence service, social work, refugee support or in the private sector with companies that have activities in the Arab world.
Name: Arab and Islamic Studies
Type: MA Programme
Duration: 2 years
European transfer credits: 120 ECTS
Language: English
About the programme
On the master programme you will not only focus on social conditions in Arabic speaking countries but also on the culture of countries that have a large concentration of people with an Arabic or Islamic background.
You will use culture, society, religion, politics and history to analyse Islam and Muslims in the modern, globalised world.
You will further develop your competencies in both written and spoken Arabic using original texts.
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.
If you choose to complete the master's degree programme, you will graduate with the academic title of Master of Arab and Islamic Studies (MA).
Entry Requirements
To be admitted to an MA programme, you must have a bachelor's degree in a relevant subject.
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. Apply directly at the university.
Admission
The application deadline for MA programmes varies according to the educational institution. Contact the university for further information regarding its application deadline and forms.
Exchange students should contact their home institution for information on application procedures and deadlines.
Tuition
There is a tuition fee for all full-time degree students, unless you are a student from a Nordic or EU country, or from Liechtenstein.
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 1st and February 1st.
Educational Institutions
You can study Arab and Islamic Studies in Århus.
Read more about the Programme at www.au.dk.
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:
Biology
On the master programme in Biology you continue the study of how living organisms are constructed and how they interact with their environment.
You can specialise in the areas of biology that you find most interesting and by doing so create an individual profile.
Facts
Name: Biology
Type: MSc Programme
Duration: 2 years
European transfer credits: 120 ECTS
Language: English
About the programme
On the master programme you learn how to master the most important scientific techniques, you acquire detailed knowledge of the core subjects, methods, techniques and concepts in biology and you will learn how to work in the field and in a laboratory.
You will be able to specialise in the biological subject you find most interesting. This could be marine biology, microbiology, evolution, physiology or nature and the environment.
The structure of the programme can vary from university to university, but you will be able to specialise on all the programmes; either when writing your thesis or throughout the programme.
Teaching is a mix of theory based lessons or lectures, experimental laboratory work and project work.
Read more about Danish teaching methods on www.studyindenmark.dk.
If you choose to complete the master's degree programme, you will graduate with the academic title of Master of Science (MSc).
Entry Requirements
To be admitted to an MSc programme, you must have a bachelor's degree in a relevant subject.
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. Apply directly at the university.
Admission
The application deadline for MSc programmes varies according to the educational institution. Contact the individual institution for further information regarding its application deadline and forms.
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 1st and February 1st.
Educational Institutions
You can study Biology in Copenhagen and Aarhus.
University of Copenhagen
At the University of Copenhagen, Biology can be studied as a 2-year MSc programme (120 ECTS).
You also have the possibility of taking single courses or subjects within the programme.
Read more about the Programme at www.ku.dk.
University of Southern Denmark
At the University of Southern Denmark Biology can be studied as 2-year MSc programme (120 ECTS).
You also have the possibility to take single courses or subjects within the programme.
Read more about the programme at www.sdu.dk.
Aarhus University
At Aarhus University, Biology can be studied as a 2-year MSc programme (120 ECTS).
You also have the possibility of taking single courses or subjects within the programme.
Read more about the Programme at www.au.dk.
Danish Qualification framework
The programme is graded at level 7 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:
Biosystems Engineering
The programme contains the subjects environmental technology and automation. You will choose to study one of these subject lines.
You will learn about e.g. technological and environmental solutions or automation equipment in agriculture. You can specialise in the development of bio-energy.
Name: Biosystems Engineering
Type: University Programme
Duration: 2 years
European transfer credits: 120 ECTS
Language: English
You will learn to develop and consult about new environmental technologies that can ensure the development of the right technological, economical and environmental solutions in agriculture.
You will choose one of these study lines:
Environmental Technology, which is about developing environmental solutions in agriculture. You will also be able to specialise in production and development of bio energi.
Automation, which is about producing automation equipment in agriculture.
Teaching varies between lectures, classroom instruction, laboratory work and project work in groups. Students are encouraged to participate in class discussions.
The final 6 months you will be making your MSc thesis.
Biosystems Engineering can be studied as a:
- 2-year masters degree programme (120 ECTS)
You also have the possibility to take single courses or subjects within the programme.
Graduation from the master's degree programme confers the title Master of Science (MSc).
Educational Institutions
You can study Biosystems Engineering at The University of Aarhus.
Entry Requirements
To be admitted to an MSc programme, you must have a bachelor degree in a relevant subject.
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 for MSc programmes varies according to the educational institution. Contact the individual institution for further information regarding its application deadline and forms.
Exchange students should contact their home institution for information on application procedures and deadlines.
Tuition
There is a tuition fee for all full-time degree students, unless you are a student from a Nordic or EU country, or from Liechtenstein.
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.
For Further Information
You may find a list of courses taught in Danish at the Danish Ministry of Education website
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:
Cognitive Semiotics
In the study of cognitive semiotics, you will research the structures behind all forms of human communication.
In the programme you will work with various sign systems, such as language and images, and you will learn to work with classic models of signs and their functions.
Name: Cognitive Semiotics
Duration: 2 years
European transfer credits: 120 ECTS
In the study of cognitive semiotics, you will research the structures behind all forms of human communication.
The methodology is a combination of semiotic terms and models, and knowledge from the cognitive sciences, which is the part of psychology that deals with man's ability to think and acknowledge the world.
The programme consists of four components:
- Cognition and semiotics (general)
- Cognitive aesthetics
- Cognitive linguistics
- Psycho-semiotics
Teaching varies between seminars, where assignments are written within the different components. Students are encouraged to participate in discussions.
If you choose to complete the master's degree programme, you will graduate with the academic title of Master of Arts (MA).
Entry Requirements
To be admitted to an MA programme, you must have a bachelor degree in a relevant subject.
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.
Admission
The application deadline for MA programmes varies according to the educational institution. Contact the individual institution for further information regarding its application deadline and forms. Apply directly at the university.
Exchange students should contact their home institution for information on application procedures and deadlines.
Tuition
There is a tuition fee for all full-time degree students, unless you are a student from a Nordic or EU country, or from Liechtenstein.
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.
Educational Institutions
You can study Semiotics at Aarhus University.
Aarhus University
At Aarhus University Semiotics can be studied as a:
- 2-year MA programme (120 ECTS)
You also have the possibility to take single courses or subjects within the programme.
Read more about the Programme at www.au.dk.
For Further Information
You may find a list of courses taught in Danish at the Danish Ministry of Education website
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:
Corporate Communication
The subject areas are e.g. internal/external coporate communication, media training, strategic management of organisations as well as life styles and trend management.
The programme will qualify you to manage a company's communication, public relations or branding.
Name: Corporate Communication
Duration: 2 years
European transfer credits: 120 ECTS
Language: English
You will for example take courses such as:
- Corporate Communication (Internal/External)
- External and Internal Stakeholders
- Media Training
- The Manager as Communicator
- Strategic Management of Organisations
- Corporate Social Responsibility
- Life styles and Trend Management
- Philosophy of Science for Communication Students
You can choose to specialise in for example:
- Integrated Marketing Communication and Public Relations
- Global Communication
Teaching varies between courses and project work together with other students. Students are encouraged to participate in class discussions.
You will be able to do an internship in Denmark or abroad. Also, it is possible to take part of the programme at a university abroad.
For the final semester, you will be writing your MA thesis.
Corporate Communication can be studied as a:
- 2-year MA degree programme (120 ECTS)
You also have the possibility to take single courses or subjects within the programme.
Graduation from the master's degree programme confers the title Master of Arts (MA).
Entry Requirements
To be admitted to an MA programme, you must have a bachelor degree in a relevant subject.
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 for MA programmes varies according to the educational institution. Contact the individual institution for further information regarding its application deadline and forms.
Exchange students should contact their home institution for information on application procedures and deadlines.
Tuition
There is a tuition fee for all full-time degree students, unless you are a student from a Nordic or EU country, or from Liechtenstein.
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.
Educational Institutions
You can study Corporate Communication in Århus.
Aarhus School of Business, Aarhus University
At the Aarhus School of Business Corporate Communication can be studied as a:
- 2-year MA programme (120 ECTS)
You also have the possibility to take single courses or subjects within the programme.
Read more about the Programme at www.asb.dk.
For Further Information
You may find a list of courses taught in Danish at the Danish Ministry of Education website
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:
Economics
The study of economics provides a theoretical understanding of how to ensure a well functioning economic system in a society or company.
In the master programme, you will expand the knowledge of economic concepts and theories that you acquired during your bachelor studies. You will receive an extensive knowledge of the mechanisms that influence economic and social development.
Facts
Name: Economics
Other names: Advanced Economics and Finance, Innovation, Knowledge and Economic DynamicsEconomics, Economics and Management
Type: MSc Programme
Duration: 2 years
European transfer credits: 120 ECTS
Language: English
About the programme
The master programme in Economics is characterised by great freedom of choice, and you can immerse yourself in the subjects and challenges you find particularly interesting. You can specialise in such subjects as are covered by national economics or business finance.
You will receive high level knowledge of how economic systems develop and learn about monetary theory, financing, international and labour economics. You can learn about the interaction between information, innovation and economic dynamics, and how to work with development strategies and frameworks for industrial growth.
Depending on which university you choose, you will be able to specialise in for example:
- Economics - Theory and Applications. You will study economic relations, theories and methods. The focus is on solving real-life problems with a special emphasis on Economics and Globalization, Economics and Business, Economics and Health or courses within Applied Microeconomics like Sports Economics, Media and Cultural Economics, Environmental Economics, Research and Innovation Economics.
- Innovation, Knowledge and Economic Dynamics, which focuses on the interplay between knowledge, innovation and economic dynamics. You will study academic areas such as industrial dynamics, enterprises, entrepreneurship, knowledge and learning processes, innovation, economic growth, trade and globalisation.
- Innovation, Knowledge and Entrepreneurial Dynamics, places focus on the interaction between knowledge, innovation, and business dynamics. You become familiar with theories, methods and tools that support knowledge leadership and innovation, both in relation to existing businesses (intrapreneurship) and with the establishment of new knowledge-oriented businesses (entrepreneurship).
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.
If you choose to complete the master degree programme, you will graduate with the academic title of Master of Science (MSc).
Entry Requirements
To be admitted to an MSc programme, you must have a bachelor degree in a relevant subject.
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. Apply directly at the university.
Admission
The application deadline for MSc programmes varies according to the educational institution. Contact the individual institution for further information regarding its application deadline and forms.
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 1st and February 1st.
Educational Institutions
You can study Economics in Copenhagen, Odense, Aalborg and Aarhus.
Copenhagen Business School
At the Copenhagen Business School Advanced Economics and Finance can be studied as a 2-year elite master programme (120 ECTS).
You also have the possibility of taking single courses or subjects within the programme.
There are special entry requirements for the elite master.
Read more about the programme at www.cbs.dk.
University of Copenhagen
At the Copenhagen University Economics can be studied as a 2-year MSc programme (120 ECTS).
You also have the possibility of taking single courses or subjects within the programme.
Read more about the programme at www.ku.dk.
University of Southern Denmark
At the University of Southern Denmark Economics can be studied as a 2-year MSc programme (120 ECTS).
You also have the possibility of taking single courses or subjects within the programme.
Read more about the programme at www.sdu.dk.
Aalborg University
At the Aalborg University Innovation, Knowledge and Economic Dynamics can be studied as a 2-year MSc programme (120 ECTS).
You also have the possibility of taking single courses or subjects within the programme.
Read more about the programme at www.aau.dk.
Aarhus University
At the Aarhus University Economics and Management can be studied as a:
- 2-year MSc programme (120 ECTS)
- 2-year elite master (120 ECTS)
You also have the possibility of taking single courses or subjects within the programme.
There are special entry requirements for the elite master.
Read more about the programmes at www.au.dk.
Danish Qualification framework
The programme is graded at level 7 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:
Educational Anthropology
On the master programme in Educational Anthropology, you will learn how to use the theories and methods of anthropology to examine core issues in education and learning in a globalised world.
Graduates will be qualified to work in international organisations or with education and learning in development countries.
Name: Educational Anthropology
Type: MA Programme
Duration: 2 years
European transfer credits: 120 ECTS
Language: English
About the programme
Educational Anthropology focuses on working with education and learning across barriers of language, culture and nation.
You will learn to analyse local practice in a global social and cultural context using ethnographic field studies and an interdisciplinary approach to the study of education and learning.
In the course of the programme, you will complete a field study of your own choosing in the field of anthropology, educational science or pedagogy.
Field studies can take place in either Denmark or abroad.
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.
If you choose to complete the master degree programme, you will graduate with the academic title of Master of Arts (MA) in Educational Anthropology.
Entry Requirements
To be admitted to an MA programme, you must have a bachelor degree in a relevant subject.
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. Apply directly at the university.
Admission
The application deadline for MA programmes varies according to the educational institution. Contact the individual institution for further information regarding its application deadline and forms.
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 1st and February 1st.
Educational Institutions
You can study Educational Anthropology in Copenhagen.
Aarhus University
At Aarhus University, Educational Anthropology can be studied as a 2-year MA programme (120 ECTS).
You also have the possibility of taking single courses or subjects within the programme.
Read more about the programme at www.au.dk.
Danish Qualification framework
The programme is graded at level 7 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:
European Studies (Humanities)
The subject areas in this programme are European history, politics and culture. The focus is on Europe's development, and e.g. political and cultural conditions that have influenced this.
You will learn to analyse the political and economical integration in the EU as well as developments and conflicts in Europe.
Name: European Studies (Humanities)
Duration: 2 years
European transfer credits: 120 ECTS
Language: English
European Studies (Humanities) is an interdisciplinary programme, whose starting point is the geographic area traditionally considered as Europe. You will study the historical, political, social and cultural conditions, which have influenced Europe's development. Based on this, you will, among other things, be able to study and analyse the growing political and economical integration in the EU.
You learn to analyse significant developments and conflicts in Europe, based on a historical and theoretical perspective. The programme consists of three main areas:
- European History, where you learn, among other things, about common development tendencies and which roles religion, science and colonisation etc. have played in forming the concept of Europe
- European Politics, where you learn, for example, about the political institutions and the historical development of democracy
- European Culture, which gives you the theoretical and methodological competences to study European everyday life
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.
If you choose to complete the master's degree programme, you will graduate with the academic title of Master of Arts (MA).
Entry Requirements
To be admitted to an MA programme, you must have a bachelor's degree in a relevant subject.
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 for MA programmes varies according to the educational institution. Contact the individual institution for further information regarding its application deadline and forms. Apply directly at the university.
Exchange students should contact their home institution for information on application procedures and deadlines.
Tuition
There is a tuition fee for all full-time degree students, unless you are a student from a Nordic or EU country, or from Liechtenstein.
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.
Educational Institutions
You can study European Studies (Humanities) in Århus.
Aarhus University
At the Aarhus University European Studies (Humanities) can be studied as a:
- 2-year MA programme (120 ECTS)
You also have the possibility to take single courses or subjects within the programme.
Read more about the Programme at www.au.dk.
For Further Information
You may find a list of courses taught in Danish at the Danish Ministry of Education website
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:
Global Management and Manufacturing
The subjects areas are e.g. supply chain management, international orientation and personal competencies. Furthermore, you will join a company for a six month internship.
With this programme you will qualify to work with the development of business and products as well as communication and computer technology.
Facts
Name: Global Management and Manufacturing
Type: Professional Bachelor's Programme
Duration: 3½ years
European transfer credits: 210 ECTS
Language: English
About the Programme
In the Global Management and Manufacturing programme, you learn how manufacturing companies function across national borders, and learn to create and lead a company's global production network.You will learn to coordinate separate production processes and to think globally.
The programme qualifies you to work within a company’s business development, and supply and product development. For example in the fields of management, product control, communications, product design and development, as well as computer technology in an international context. You gain both a technical knowledge and learn about management, economics and other business-related areas.
The programme is separated into four main topics:
- Supply Chain Management
- Management
- International orientation and cultural understanding
- Personal competencies
There is also a ½-year internship, which is placed in a company either in Denmark or abroad.
Teaching varies between lectures and class instruction. In addition, there is often project-oriented group work together with other students. Students are encouraged to participate in class discussions.
Read more about Danish teaching methods at www.studyindenmark.dk.
Global Management and Manufacturing can be studied as a:
- 3½ -year bachelor degree programme (210 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 title Bachelor of Engineering.
Educational Institutions
You can study Global Management and Manufacturing at the University of Southern Denmark in Odense and at the University of Aarhus in Herning.
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:
Human Security
On the master programme in Human Security you will be provided with academic knowledge of and practical skills in conflict and environmental management in a development context.
You will learn how to facilitate the collaboration and mutual learning that are crucial for addressing the structural causes and conditions of conflict.
Name: Human Security
Type: MSc Programme
Duration: 2 years
European transfer credits: 120 ECTS
Language: English
DQF: 7
About the programme
In a world threatened by global warming and its environmental consequences the potential exists for instability and conflict in many parts of the world due to shortage of resources, lack of food, poverty and rising population numbers.
The master programme in Human Security will provide you with a deeper insight into the many factors that can influence conflicts globally.
In the Human Security programme, you will study:
- Human Security: Core Concepts and Theories
- Global Challenges
- Environmental Change and Ecosystems Management
- Agro-Ecology, Food Systems and Food Security
- Human Security Research Methods
- Conflict Dynamics and Management
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.
If you choose to complete the master degree programme, you will graduate with the academic title of Master of Social Sciences (MSc).
Danish Qualification framework (DQF)
The programme is graded at level 7 in the Danish Qualification Framework for Lifelong Learning. The Qualification Framework contains levels 1-8 and defines the expected benefit of an education programme. Read more about Danish Qualification Framework.
Entry Requirements
To be admitted to an MSc programme, you must have a bachelor degree in a relevant subject.
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. Apply directly at the university.
Admission
The application deadline for MSc programmes varies according to the educational institution. Contact the individual institution for further information regarding its application deadline and forms.
Exchange students should contact their home institution for information on application procedures and deadlines.
Tuition
There is a tuition fee for all full-time degree students, unless you are a student from a Nordic or EU country, or from Liechtenstein.
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 1st and February 1st.
Educational Institutions
You can study Human Security in Århus.
Aarhus University
At Aarhus University, Human Security can be studied as a 2-year MSc programme (120 ECTS).
You also have the possibility of taking single courses or subjects within the programme.
Read more about the Programme at www.au.dk.
For Further Information
You may find a list of courses taught in Danish at the Danish Ministry of Education website
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:
International Communication and Multimedia
This programme contains the subject areas communication and English, media production as well as marketing and project management.
You will learn about language, culture, communication and how to develop e.g. websites, digital pictures and animations.
Name: International Communication and Multimedia
Type: University programme
Duration: 3 years
European transfer credits: 180 ECTS
Language: English
International Communication and Multimedia is a communications programme with focus on international conditions.
The programme consists of three core subject areas:
- Communication and English, where you train your oral and written skills with courses such as Language Proficiency, Culture, Business Communication, and International Communication
- Media Production, where you learn about the development of digital communication and marketing strategies. You will work with, among others, the development of websites, digital pictures and animation.
- Marketing and Project Management, where you learn about marketing models and theories and learn to prepare and complete projects from idea development to the implementation phase. You will have courses such as Marketing, International Business, and Project Management and Innovation.
In addition to the three core areas, there is also a number of general subjects to take, for example, Theory of Science, International Business Environment and a selection of electives.
In the fifth semester, there is included a study trip abroad.
Teaching varies between project work in groups, lectures and class instruction. A part of the lessons will take place in cooperation with local businesses.
Students are encouraged to participate in class discussions.
If you choose to complete the bachelor's degree programme, you will graduate with the academic title of Bachelor of Arts (BA).
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 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.
Exchange students should contact their home institution for information on application procedures and deadlines.
Tuition
There is a tuition fee for all full-time degree students, unless you are a student from a Nordic or EU country, or from Liechtenstein.
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.
Educational Institutions
You can study International Communication and Multimedia in Herning.
Aarhus University, Institute of Business and Technology
At the Aarhus University International Communication and Multimedia can be studied as a:
- 3-year BA programme (180 ECTS)
You also have the possibility to take single courses or subjects within the programme.
For Further Information
You may find a list of courses taught in Danish at the Danish Ministry of Education website
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:
International Management
You will get insight into economics, marketing, finances and investments. The focus is on Danish corporations and their cooperation with foreign partners.
The programme qualifies you to work as e.g. manager in international corporations. You will improve your language skills and learn to understand other cultures.
Name: International Management
Type: BSc Programme
Duration: 3 years
European transfer credits: 180 ECTS
Language: English
DQF: 6
In the International Management programme, the Danish corporations' cooperation with foreign and international businesses is in focus. You learn about different countries' cultures and norms, and are provided with the qualifications to work both in a Danish and foreign corporation.
You learn to analyse and perform job functions within management, as well as how to implement international activities in small and medium-size corporations. Emphasis is placed on acquiring language skills, understanding other cultures and viewing the economic profession in an international context.
Key subjects in the programme include economics, marketing, finances and investments.
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.
International Management can be studied as a:
- 3-year BSc programme (180 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 of Bachelor of Science (BSc).
Danish Qualification framework (DQF)
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 benefit of an education programme. Read more about Danish Qualification Framework.
Educational Institutions
You can study International Management at the Aarhus Universitet, Institute of Business and Technology (AU-IBT) in Herning.
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 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-time degree students, unless you are a student from a Nordic or EU country, or from Liechtenstein.
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.
For Further Information
You may find a list of courses taught in Danish at the Danish Ministry of Education website
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:
International master in Entrepreneurship, Education and Training, IMEET
This programme gives you insight into theories about entrepreneurship combined with new participatory and action-based learning models.
Through both theory and field work you will develop your ability to teach and councel other people in entrepreneurship.
Name: International master in Entrepreneurship, Education and Training, IMEET
Type: Master's programme
Duration: 2 years on a part-time basis
European transfer credits: 60 ECTS
Entry Requirements: A bachelor's degree and 2 years' professional experience
Finance: Tuition fee: DKK 100,000
The aim of IMEET is to develop participants' capabilities for entrepreneurship teaching and learning facilitation. The master will integrate knowledge on entrepreneurship theories with new participant-centred and action-oriented learning models.
IMEET is a two-year, part-time programme comprised of six modules and a master project. The different modules of the program consist of theory on entrepreneurship, pedagogy and project driven assignments on advising entrepreneurs. The contents of the modules are:
Module 1: Introduction to Entrepreneurial Learning, 71/2 ECTS:
The key competencies to be acquired are basic theoretical insight in to the field of entrepreneurship and innovation management as well as an understanding of foundational models of coaching and communication. Through group-based assignments based on live cases, participants will get an initial field-based understanding of the relations between entrepreneurship practice and theory, pedagogical models and their possible impact on everyday learning and communication tasks.
Module 2: Creativity and Enterprising Behaviour, 71/2 ECTS:
Being able to develop entrepreneurship learning facilitation is the main competency to be achieved in this module. Through the understanding of pedagogical models participants will acquire a deeper awareness of the learning processes.
Module 3: Experi(m)ental situated Learning, 71/2 ECTS:
The key competencies developed through this module are related to implementing what has been learned in previous modules.
Module 4: Field Project - Certificate Project, 71/2 ECTS:
Key competencies will be methodology in data collection, analysis and writing. This experience will provide participants with a deeper understanding of practising entrepreneurship learning. Through the writing of the project participants will also learn how to develop their own models and approaches to entrepreneurship learning.
Module 5: International field work, 71/2 ECTS:
During the field work participants will observe, interact with and learn from the best of their field and confront their theoretical (explicit) knowledge with their tacit, experiential knowledge. This will provide them with an explicit as well as a more tacit apprentice-oriented knowledge of practising entrepreneurship learning facilitation. During the collective sessions participants will report to each other on their learning experiences.
Module 6: From Experience to Development of models, 71/2 ECTS:
This module will prepare for the final master project. Experience from the field work will be analysed from a theoretical perspective and the results of the observations will be put into practice-oriented models. Theoretical knowledge will be sharpened and related to practical problems related to implementation of educational programmes, learning processes and evaluation of learning levels. This will develop the analytical competencies needed to carry out the final master project.
Master Project, 15 ECTS:
In the master project participants are required to prove that they master entrepreneurship learning facilitation. The project should preferably have a practice-oriented purpose related to the participants´ own or other organizations. The learning experience of the field work combined with the participants' own experiences can be used as the empirical basis for the final report. Finally, the participants will jointly present and defend their projects.
There will be several examinations during the education. The education ends with an exam based on the master thesis.
See prospective classes in the Danish description of the course.
Educational Institutions
Aarhus School of Business is offering the education together with University of Southern Denmark, The Danish University of Education, Copenhagen Business School and international partners.
Duration
IMEET is a two-year, part-time programme comprised of six modules and a master project. It is rated to 60 ECTS.
The sessions will be held at week-long sessions - two each semester. Furthermore, group projects, practical exercises, experiments, field work, e-learning, summer schools, individual and group supervision and coaching will be applied to facilitate the learning process.
Admission
Your academic background should be equivalent to a bachelor's degree or diploma degree. You should have two years of professional experience in training or consulting. You should speak and write English on an IELTS level
Special dispensation may be granted. The intention is to reach an international class with a balanced mix of nationalities and professional backgrounds.
Tuition fee
The tuition fee is about DKK 100,000 kr. There will be additional expenses: travel, accommodation and books.
Please note! Separate non-EU fees - see more on the homepage.
For Further Information
You may find a list of courses taught in Danish at the Danish Ministry of Education website
You may find a list of courses taught in Danish at the Danish Ministry of Education website
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:
International Studies
You will study subjects such as international history, international business analysis and law as well as international project management.
The programme gives you insight into the work in international organisations and corporations. You can choose to study a single subject of the programme.
Name: International Studies
Type: University Programme
Duration: 2 years
European transfer credits: 120 ECTS
In the International Studies programme, you learn about the work in corporations and organisations, which operate in the globalised world.
You will have courses in subjects such as:
- Modern Global History
- International Political Economies
- Global Justice
- Global Society
- International Relations and Organizations
- International Project Management
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.
If you choose to complete the master's degree programme, you will graduate with the academic title of Master of Arts (MA).
Entry Requirements
To be admitted to an MA programme, you must have a bachelor degree in a relevant subject.
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 for MA programmes varies according to the educational institution. Contact the individual institution for further information regarding its application deadline and forms. Apply directly at the university.
Exchange students should contact their home institution for information on application procedures and deadlines.
Tuition
There is a tuition fee for all full-time degree students, unless you are a student from a Nordic or EU country, or from Liechtenstein.
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.
Educational Institutions
You can study International Studies in Århus.
Aarhus University
International Studies can be studied as a:
- 2-year MA programme (120 ECTS)
You also have the possibility to take single courses or subjects within the programme.
Read more about the Programme at www.au.dk.
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:
Journalism, Media and Globalisation
The master degree programme in Journalism, Media and Globalisation combines journalistic theory and practice with a knowledge of globalisation as seen from a political, economic, social and cultural perspective.
The first year of the degree programme takes place in Denmark where courses focus on globalisation and journalism. The second year takes place at one of four universities where you specialise in a particular subject.
Name: Journalism, Media and Globalisation
Type: MA Programme
Duration: 2 years
European transfer credits: 120 ECTS
Language: English
About the programme
In the course of your studies, you will learn to combine academic, theoretical knowledge with journalistic skills.
You learn how to analyse, interpret and generate knowledge about the global changes that increasingly challenge traditional boundaries.
The first year takes place in Denmark where you will study the following subjects:
- Reporting Global Change
- The Transformation of the State
- Globalisation, Culture and the Roles of the Media
- Social Science Methods for journalists
- Researching Journalism
- Analytical Journalism
The second year takes place at a university in Europe where you specialise in one of the following subjects:
- Media and Politics (University of Amsterdam, Holland)
- Business and Finance Journalism (City University London, England)
- Comparative and Transcultural Approaches (University of Hamburg, Tyskland)
- War and Conflict (University of Swansea, Wales)
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.
If you choose to complete the master's degree programme, you will graduate with the academic title of Master of Arts (MA).
Entry Requirements
To be admitted to an MA programme, you must have a bachelor's degree in a relevant subject.
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. Apply directly at the university.
Admission
The application deadline for MA programmes varies according to the educational institution. Contact the individual institution for further information regarding its application deadline and forms.
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 1st and February 1st.
Educational Institutions
You can study Journalism, Media and Globalisation in Aarhus.
Aarhus University
At the University of Aarhus, Journalism, Media and Globalisation can be studied as a 2-year MA programme (120 ECTS).
You also have the possibility of taking single courses or subjects within the programme.
Read more about the programme at studieguide.au.dk/en/.
Danish Qualification framework
The programme is graded at level 7 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:
Lifelong Learning: Policy and Management
You will gain insight into e.g. policies about further education, the educational systems of the European countries and human resource development in the workplace.
The programme is provided by universities in Denmark, England and Spain, and it qualifies you to develop lifelong learning and work out education policies.
Name: Lifelong Learning: Policy and Management
Type: Master's programme
Duration: 2 years
European transfer credits: 120 ECTS
Language: English
The European Masters in Lifelong Learning is an elite programme provided by three universities.
The programme gives you an understanding of education in an international perspective. You will acquire tools to develop globalised, lifelong learning.
You will be able to work out education policies or advise organisations and politicians about education.
You will study at at least two of the three universities that provide the programme. This way, you will gain an insight into the education system of different European countries.
The universities are:
- The Danish School of Education in Copenhagen, Denmark
- The Institute of Education in London, England
- The University of Deusto in Bilbao, Spain
Learning doesn't only take place in childhood and youth, it is a lifelong process. That fact is the focus of this programme. Learning can be formal or informal, and the programme will give you tools to assess and compare different kinds of learning.
The four semesters are offered as follows:
- 1st and 2nd semester can be studied in Denmark or England
- 3rd semester can be studied in Spain
- 4th semester can be studied in Denmark, England or Spain
According to your choice of universities, you can study within these fields:
- Theories, perspectives and tools in Lifelong Learning.
- Policies in areas such as further education, etc.
- The educational systems of European countries
- "The Learning Individual"
- Human resource development in the workplace
- Quality Management
The Lifelong Learning programme is a part of the European Commission's Erasmus Mundus programme that promotes cooperation and mobility in the field of higher education and that aims to enhance the quality of European higher education.
Teaching varies between lectures, classroom instruction and project work in groups. Students are encouraged to participate in class discussions.
The final 6 months you will be making your MA thesis.
Graduation from the master's degree programme confers the title Master of Arts (MA).
Entry Requirements
To be admitted to an MA programme, you must have a bachelor degree in a relevant subject.
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 for MA programmes varies according to the educational institution. Contact the individual institution for further information regarding its application deadline and forms.
Exchange students should contact their home institution for information on application procedures and deadlines.
Tuition
There is a tuition fee for all full-time degree students, unless you are a student from a Nordic or EU country, or from Liechtenstein.
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.
Educational Institutions
You can study Lifelong Learning: Policy and Management in Aarhus.
The Danish School of Education, Aarhus University
At the Danish School of Education Lifelong Learning: Policy and Management can be studied as a:
- 2-year masters degree programme (120 ECTS)
It is a joint programme with The Institute of Education in London, England and The University of Deusto in Bilbao, Spain.
You also have the possibility to take single courses or subjects within the programme.
Read more about the programme at www.dpu.dk.
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:
Linguistics
Linguistics is the scientific study of human language. You will work with all aspects of language; both spoken and sign language.
On the master programme you will expand the knowledge of the subject and its methods that you gained at bachelor level. You will be able to specialise in one or more of the many areas in which linguistic knowledge of language is used.
Type: MA Programme
Duration: 2 years
European transfer credits: 120 ECTS
Language: English
About the programme
The master programme in Linguistics expands your knowledge and skills and increases the theoretical and methodical proficiency you gained on the bachelor programme.
You will be immersed in the topic by studying advanced subjects and methods including training in academic work and methods that can be used to analyse the grammar and phonetics of any language.
You will gain insight into a theoretical approach to the central issues of a language's structure, pronunciation and communicative function.
Linguistics is the most abstract of the linguistic subjects because you don't learn a specific language; instead you study the common characteristics of all languages.
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.
If you choose to complete the master's degree programme, you will graduate with the academic title of Master of Arts (MA).
Entry Requirements
To be admitted to an MA programme, you must have a bachelor's degree in a relevant subject.
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. See the menu to the right for contact information. Apply directly at the university.
Admission
The application deadline for MA programmes varies according to the educational institution. Contact the individual institution for further information regarding its application deadline and forms.
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 1st and February 1st.
Educational Institutions
You can study Linguistics in Aarhus.
Aarhus University
At Aarhus University, Linguistics can be studied as a 2-year MA programme (120 ECTS).
You also have the possibility of taking single courses or subjects within the programme.
Read more about the programme at studieguide.au.dk/en/.
Danish Qualification framework
The programme is graded at level 7 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 and Management Communication
The programme gives you knowledge about e.g. written and oral communication, project and marketing management as well as cross-cultural negotiation.
You will learn how to use advertising, branding and market communication in connection with e.g. project management.
Facts
Name: Marketing and Management Communication
Type: BA programme
Duration: 3 years
European transfer credits: 180 ECTS
Language: English
About the Programme
The programme combines three subject areas:
- Language, with subjects like written, oral and graphic communication, where you learn to use different tools to solve communication tasks
- Business economics, which includes project management, where you learn about project management and gain knowledge in the structure of internal projects and composition of modern organisations. Marketing management is another economic study, which deals with the entire marketing operations
- Communication, which includes subjects like organisational communication, where you learn to plan and solve communication issues internally in an organisation. Cross-cultural negotiation is also a part of communication studies and gives the foundation to negotiate effectively in business across cultures
In the programme, you will work with issues that are common for all three areas. These could be within advertising, branding, PR and market communication.
Teaching varies between class instruction with discussions, lectures, student presentations and independent project work. Students are encouraged to participate in class discussions.
Read more about Danish teaching methods on www.studyindenmark.dk.
If you choose to complete the bachelor degree programme, you will graduate with the academic title of Bachelor of Arts (BA).
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. See the menu to the right for contact information.
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.
Educational Institutions
You can study Marketing and Management Communication in Aarhus.
Aarhus School of Business, Aarhus University
At the Aarhus School of Business Marketing and Management Communication can be studied as a 3-year BA programme (180 ECTS).
You also have the possibility to take single courses or subjects within the programme.
Read more about the programme at www.asb.dk.
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:
Molecular Nutrition and Food Technology
You will be introduced to subjects such as Nutritional physiology, Human Health, Lifestyle Diseases, Functional Foods, Raw Material Quality, Processing Methods and Enzymology.
You will learn about the manufacturing of foods, their nutritional quality and their influence on human health.
Name: Molecular Nutrition and Food Technology
Type: Univeristy Programme
Duration: 2 years
European transfer credits: 120 ECTS
In this masters degree programme, you will study the manufacturing of foods, their nutritional quality and their influence on human health.
Among the issues covered are:
- Nutritional physiology
- Human Health
- Lifestyle Diseases
- Functional Foods
- Raw Material Quality
- Processing Methods
- Enzymology
Teaching varies between lectures, classroom instruction, exercises and project work in groups. Students are encouraged to participate in class discussions.
The final 6 months you will be making your MSc thesis. The thesis is a scientific research project, often carried out in collaboration with one of university's industrial partners.
Graduation from the master's degree programme confers the title Master of Science.
Entry Requirements
To be admitted to an MSc programme, you must have a bachelor degree in a relevant subject.
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 for MSc programmes varies according to the educational institution. Contact the individual institution for further information regarding its application deadline and forms.
Exchange students should contact their home institution for information on application procedures and deadlines.
Tuition
There is a tuition fee for all full-time degree students, unless you are a student from a Nordic or EU country, or from Liechtenstein.
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.
Educational Institutions
You can study Molecular Nutrition and Food Technology in Århus.
Aarhus University
At aarhus University Molecular Nutrition and Food Technology can be studied as a:
- 2-year masters degree programme (120 ECTS)
You also have the possibility to take single courses or subjects within the programme.
Read more about the programme at www.au.dk
For Further Information
You may find a list of courses taught in Danish at the Danish Ministry of Education website
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:
Philosophy
You will be introduced to subjects such as logics, theory of knowledge, metaphysics, theory of science, history of science, ethics and political philosophy.
You will practise your ability to think critically, to analyse arguments and to understand problems in a larger context.
Facts
Name: Philosophy
Type: MA Programme
Duration: 2 years
European transfer credits: 120 ECTS
Language: English
About the Programme
Philosophy is about the apprehension of reality and the fundamental conditions of the way people obtain knowledge and the way they act.
You will practise your ability to think critically, to analyse arguments and to understand problems in a larger context. The basis of your analysis comes from both ancient and modern history of philosophy and from the present trends of modern philosophy.
Some of the areas covered are logics, theory of knowledge, metaphysics, theory of science, history of science, ethics and political philosophy.
Teaching varies between courses and project work together with other students. Students are encouraged to participate in class discussions.
In the final semester you will be writing your MA thesis.
Read more about Danish teaching methods on www.studyindenmark.dk.
Graduation from the master degree programme confers the title Master of Arts (MA).
Entry Requirements
To be admitted to an MA programme, you must have a bachelor degree in a relevant subject.
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 Universities and Internationalisation.
Admission
The application deadline for MA programmes varies according to the educational institution. Contact the individual institution for further information regarding its application deadline and forms.
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.
Educational Institutions
You can study Philosophy at the University of Copenhagen in Copenhagen.
University of Copenhagen
At the University of Copenhagen Philosophy can be studied as a 2-year MA degree programme (120 ECTS).
You also have the possibility to take single courses or subjects within the programme.
Read more about the programme at www.ku.dk.
Danish Qualification framework
The programme is graded at level 7 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:
Summer School: Aarhus University - Summer University 2012
Application deadline for students is 15 March 2012
AU Summer University consists of a wide range of courses within the fields of fields e.g. Business, Economics, Political Science, Law, Psychology, Communication, Theology, Media, Culture, Health, Bio Science, Geo Science, Food Science and Mathematics. You can find courses at Bachelor, Master and PhD level.
Venue: AU Summer University will take place on campus in the architecturally renowned yellow-brick buildings in the beautiful University Park on Campus Aarhus. On the venue you will have access to a helpdesk and service centre.
Courses: AU Summer University is divided into three terms. In each term, students can earn between 5 and 10 ECTS credits. All courses are conducted in English following the terms below:
Term 1, 2012
2-20 July (5 ECTS)
2-27 July (10 ECTS)
Term 2, 2012
16 July - 3 August (5 ECTS)
16 July - 10 August (10 ECTS)
Term 3, 2012
30 July - 17 August (5 ECTS)
30 July - 24 August (10 ECTS)
Academic focus: All teaching at AU Summer University is based on current research and has a strong international perspective. The close link between research and education ensures the quality and depth of the courses. Lecturers are partly academic staff from Aarhus University and partly international guest lecturers.
Students: AU Summer University welcomes Danish and international full-time students, exchange students and free movers. Class sizes range from 20-40 students.
Services: Along with the academic programme, we offer accommodation service, visa service and a social programme for both faculty members and students.
Useful links
AU Summer University
http://www.au.dk/en/summeruniversity/ausummeruniversity2011/
The Religious Roots of Europe
This programme provides you with knowledge about Judaism, Christianity and Islam, especially how they were formed, their impact on European history, and what their differences and similarities are.
During the programme you will study religious phenomena in relation to ethics, politics, society and law.
Fact Box
Name: The Religious Roots of Europe
Type: MA programme
Duration: 2 years
European transfer credits: 120 ECTS
Language: English
About the Programme
This programme focuses on Judaism, Christianity and Islam in the period when these three religions began. You will study and analyse the differences of the three religions, their similarities and how they interact.
You will also look at the impact the religions have on modern European society, culture and identity.
The Religious Roots of Europe is a joint programme offered by six Nordic universities.
Teaching varies between classroom instruction, e-learning and seminars. Students are encouraged to participate in class discussions.
The final 6 months will be spent writing your MA thesis.
Read more about Danish teaching methods on www.studyindenmark.dk.
Graduation from the master degree programme confers the title Master of Arts (MA).
Entry Requirements
To be admitted to an MA programme, you must have a bachelor degree in a relevant subject.
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 Universities and Internationalisation.
Admission
The application deadline for MA programmes varies according to the educational institution. Contact the individual institution for further information regarding its application deadline and forms.
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.
Educational Institutions
You can study The Religous Roots of Europe in Copenhagen and Aarhus.
University of Copenhagen
At the University of Copenahgen The Religous Roots of Europe can be studied as a 2-year master degree programme (120 ECTS).
You also have the possibility to take single courses or subjects within the programme.
Read more about the programme at www.ku.dk.
Aarhus University
At the Aarhus University The Religous Roots of Europe can be studied as a 2-year master degree programme (120 ECTS).
You also have the possibility to take single courses or subjects within the programme.
Read more about the programme at www.au.dk.
Danish Qualification framework
The programme is graded at level 7 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:
- Where you will study
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Aarhus Universitet
Nordre Ringgade 1
8000 Aarhus C
Denmark
www.au.dkStudy programmes
Phd positions
Faculties: Humanities, Health Sciences, Science, Social Sciences, Theology, Agricultural Sciences, Environmental Research Institute, School of Business, School of Education
Available PhD positions at Aarhus University
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