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The Faculty of Business and Social Sciences at the University of Southern Denmark is known for its international pull and thus attracts students and researchers from all over the world.
With a variety of international degree programmes in areas such as Economics, Finance, European Studies and International Marketing, the Faculty of Business and Social Sciences offers an internationally acclaimed education with teaching at the highest level. Alongside wide-ranging career options, the international students are fully equipped to enter the business world.
A truly international university Choose the University of Southern Denmark and you will be part of a lively international student environment. Each year more than 1300 international students choose to study at the university, which has more than 500 exchange agreements with partner institutions across the world.
We look forward to seeing you.
International students are highly valued at the faculty, and their contribution to help shape the international environment is greatly appreciated.
Best regards Nikolaj Malchow-Møller Dean of the Faculty of Business and Social Sciences
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The Faculty of Business and Social Sciences offers 6 Bachelor and 31 Master programmes
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Contents Welcome to an international university
A truly international university��������������������������������������������������� 2 Study programmes��������������������������������������������������������������������� 6
Being an international student
Five Campuses – one university������������������������������������������������� 8 Facts about Denmark����������������������������������������������������������������� 9
Academic Excellence
Research����������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 10 Journals and collaborations������������������������������������������������������ 10
Campus life
Campus Odense����������������������������������������������������������������������� 13 Student life................................................................................ 13 Odense - the city of festivals���������������������������������������������������� 14 Urban living close to nature...................................................... 14 Campus Kolding������������������������������������������������������������������������ 17 Social life................................................................................... 17 Kolding – the town of opportunity������������������������������������������� 19 An atmosphere of past and future ........................................... 19 Campus Esbjerg������������������������������������������������������������������������ 20 The student is central ............................................................... 20 Esbjerg – the city by the sea����������������������������������������������������� 22 Young and international............................................................ 22 Campus Sønderborg����������������������������������������������������������������� 25 International study environment.............................................. 25 Sønderborg – truly international���������������������������������������������� 26 Students from all over the world............................................... 26 Campus Slagelse����������������������������������������������������������������������� 28 An international and modern study environment..................... 28 Slagelse – historic and forever young��������������������������������������� 30 To study in Slagelse.................................................................... 30
Student life
Living in Denmark��������������������������������������������������������������������������� 32
Requirements
Information on becoming an exchange/degree or guest student�� 34 Language requirement.................................................................... 34 Exchange programmes.................................................................... 36 Application deadlines...................................................................... 36 Admission requirements................................................................. 36 No tuition fees for EU students....................................................... 36 Tuition Fee Rates for students who are not EU/EEA or Swiss citizens.................................................................. 36 Contact The International Office .................................................... 36 Teaching methods and exams�������������������������������������������������������� 39 Academic Culture............................................................................ 39 Teaching and learning..................................................................... 39 Your responsibility as a student ����������������������������������������������������� 40 General and specific regulations..................................................... 40 Grading system ������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 41 Internship with a company������������������������������������������������������������� 42 Employer panel............................................................................... 42
Life in Denmark
Working and living in Denmark������������������������������������������������������ 45
Become a researcher
The PhD Programme at the Faculty of Business and Social Sciences����������������������������������� 46 Industrial PhD Fellowships������������������������������������������������������������� 46
Contact information
Campus informations and links������������������������������������������ back page
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The Faculty of Business and Social Sciences offers the following study programmes:
Bachelor and Master programmes: Slagelse
Sønderborg
Esbjerg
Kolding
Odense
campus
International Bachelor programmes
www.sdu.dk/sambac
International Master programmes
www.sdu.dk/sammsc
International Bachelor programmes (Duration: 3 years) BA in Business, Language and Culture (Chinese)
BSc in Economics and Business Administration – International Economics & Business Relationships Economics and Information Technology (professional bachelor´s degree, 3½ years)
BSc in Market and Management Anthropology
BSc in European Studies BSc in Economics and Business Administration – Business Management new
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International Master programmes (Duration: 2 years)
MSc in Economics and Business administration - profiles:
– International Business and Management
– Brand management and Market Communication
– Accounting and Finance
– Global Logistic and Supply Chain Management
– Marketing, Globalization and Culture
– Management of Innovation Processes
– International Business and Law
– Communication Management and Leadership
– Management of People
– Strategy and Organisation
– Management Accounting
– International Business and Marketing
– Marketing and Innovation
– Sports and Event Management
– Global Marketing and Innovation Management new
– Global Value Chain Management
– Strategic Entrepreneurship
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– Change Management – Regional Economics and Business Development
– Accounting and Economics
– Economics and Project Management
– Finance and Economics
– Health Care Management and Economics
– Macroeconomics: Growth and Fluctuations new
– Microeconomics
Master of Social Science:
– Comparative Public Policy and Welfare Studies new
– International Security and Law
MSc in Eonomics - profiles:
– Cultural Sociology – Social Transformation Processes – Cultural Sociology – Law, Power and Social Justice Master of Science:
– Environmental and Resource Management – Social Sciences – European Studies
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Five Campuses – one university The Faculty of Business & Social Sciences is a faculty at the University of Southern Denmark, one of the eight universities in Denmark which are all organised as independent and autonomous institutions. The University of Southern Denmark has more than 26,000 students and 3,400 employees. The Faculty of Business & Social Sciences accounts for almost 40 % of all full time and part-time students at the University. The University of Southern Denmark is today the 3rd largest university in Denmark, and the Faculty of Business & Social Sciences shares the top 3 of Business Schools in Denmark with Copenhagen Business School and Aarhus University.
Denmark is one of the northern countries in Europe squeezed in between Sweden on the top and Germany below. It is a small country with approximately 5.6 million inhabitants. The country consists of three ”parts” all connected by bridges. Zealand is the eastern located island, where our capital Copenhagen is. We have one campus on Zealand – campus Slagelse. Zealand is connected by bridge to the central located island Funen. Our main campus Odense is located on Funen. Odense is the third largest city in Denmark. Funen is connected to Jutland, via a bridge, and on Jutland we have three campuses – campus Kolding, campus Esbjerg and campus Sønderborg. Jutland is connected to Germany by mainland.
The university and the faculty is a multi-campus institution. The main campus is located in Odense with its 18,500 full-time students. The faculty is organised with departments at five of the university’s six campuses (in Odense, Kolding, Esbjerg, Sønderborg, and Slagelse), which are all in a distance of 70-130 km from Odense and can be reached easily by public or private transportation. Campus Odense • Department of Marketing & Management • Department of Business & Economics • Department of Political Science and Public Management • Department of Law Campus Kolding • Department of Entrepreneurship and Relationship Management Campus Esbjerg • Department of Environmental and Business Economics Campus Sønderborg • Department of Border Region Studies Campus Slagelse • Department of Leadership and Strategy
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Capital: Copenhagen Inhabitants: 5.6 millions Language: Danish Currency: Danish Kroner, DKK Climate: Mean temperatures in January and February of 0.0 °C and with a mean temperature in August of 15.7 °C Political system: Representative democracy Foreign relations: Member of the EU since 1973 and member of NATO since its founding in 1949
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Research The research at Business and Social Sciences at the University of Southern Denmark covers a wide range of areas: Business Economics, Economics, Human Resource Management and Entrepreneurship, European Studies, International Marketing and Global Consumer Culture, Political Science and Public Management, Law and Journalism. Furthermore the faculty comprises research groups focusing on rural research, maritime research and border region studies. Research at the faculty is particularly keen in the following areas: • • • • • • • •
Applied microeconomics Accounting and financing Strategy and management Entrepreneurship and innovation Branding and communication Regulating financial business and services The welfare state and politics Municipal politics and public organisation
The high standard and the quality of the faculty’s research have undergone a transformation throughout the past years. Today, the research at the faculty’s different departments and campuses complement each other and thereby contribute to the overall research strategy of the faculty.
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Journals and collaborations
The faculty’s research is organized in research groups – some unidepartmental, others cross-departmental and cross-faculty. The faculty’s research groups perform research of international standards and publish in the most reputable journals in the various academic areas – within the Marketing and Management area researchers publish in journals such as Organization Science, Journal of Consumer Research, and Marketing Theory. At our Department of Political Science and Public Management researchers publish in journals like Political Research Quarterly and European Political Science Review and collaborate with other researchers from universities worldwide such as Oxford University and New York University. Researchers at the faculty are often wanted as specialists in the daily press and media, both on television and in the radio. Because of the broad range of research areas, which the faculty presents, there is a need for them in the social debate. As a student at the Faculty of Business and Social Science you will always experience teaching based on the most recent research.
Sciences about business and society...
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Brand new Friday bar Nedenunder – an important social phenomenon presenting concerts, cheap drinks, flirt and fun! Great facillities – both indoors and outdoors
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Campus Odense The campus in Odense is situated a mere fifteen-minute bike ride from the city centre. Frequent bus services make it possible for you to travel easily to and from the university. The buildings are constantly being redeveloped to complement the growth of the university. The Odense campus is the biggest teaching site of the five university campuses with more than 20,000 students enrolled within the five main areas of Health Sciences, Natural Sciences, Engineering, Business and Social Sciences, and Humanities, together offering more than 50 basic courses and an even greater number of degree courses. Modern facilities in the form of reading rooms, laboratories, indoor swimming pool, computer room, lecture theatres, Friday bars, cafés, libraries, meeting place, fitness center and cosy corners all help to make your life at Campus Odense a happy experience. But campus life is more than facilities, and you will find yourself embarking on a life in which a whole new world of knowledge and pursuit of knowledge opens up before you. ÂÂ www.sdu.dk/Odense Wide open horizons and open minds ... The Odense campus is known for its high professional standards and a vibrant study environment. Almost all students are gathered under one roof, and this means that you will meet lots of different students from various courses every day. You will be able to socialise and extend both your knowledge and your circle of friends. When you come to Campus Odense, you will arrive at the campus square where you will find a Starbucks, the University Bookshop and several peaceful reading rooms. Moving further down along Gydehutten, the main pathway on the campus, you will find seating arrangements and open areas, the university canteen, relaxation areas, footbridges and narrow passages. You can read undisturbed in the study zones in a peaceful area. It is also further down Gydehutten that you will find the University Library where you will be able to find all the text books and journals related to your course.
Student life
The Odense campus offers a varied student life with opportunities for various social and study-related experiences. If, for example, you are interested in quality films, you can join Filmklubben (the university film club). Club members can see a new film every week free of charge. SDU Fitness is a brand new fitness centre located on campus with the most modern equipment and facilities. It is affordable compared to other fitness centres and a great offer if you want to combine your studies with a healthy lifestyle. Studentermenigheden, the student congregation and the university chaplain, is represented on campus, and it is open to everyone. Here you can offer your ideas and bring initiatives to life together with other students. The university priest is the contact person for the newly established Meditation Room, which is open to all regardless of faith. The Muslim Students’ Union is non-political and represents Muslim students’ social, academic and cultural interests. The association is especially focused on shared activities at the University of Southern Denmark; non-Muslim students are also welcome to participate. Student life can include politics There are party-political associations such as Social Democratic Students and Conservative Students represented at the University of Southern Denmark. Professional and social networks You can also join social networks together with other young people, for example Rotaract, which is independent with no political, religious or financial interests. If you like Icelandic sagas, Finnish saunas, new Swedish rock or the mountains of northern Norway the Association of Nordic Youth may be just what you are looking for. This association works to promote language and cultural understanding across borders. ERASMUS consists of Danish students who provide peer support to international students. You can help arrange social activities such as excursions, café nights and parties for international students in Odense. Super league football Odense’s local football team is called OB (Odense Boldklub) and plays at Fionia Park. OB plays in Denmark’s highest ranking league. Over the years, OB has had many memorable victories both nationally and internationally.
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Odense - the city of festivals With approximately 200,000 inhabitants, Odense is the third largest city in Denmark. The name ‘Odense’ comes from Odin, chief of the ancient Viking gods. Odense was built around a sacred spot where Odin was worshipped more than 1,000 years ago.
Amfiscenen at Brandts Klædefabrik is an open-air stage right in the heart of Odense. It is used as a venue for both music and theatre.
Odense is world-renowned as the birthplace of fairy tale author Hans Christian Andersen. However, it is also a modern city with a buzzing cultural and social scene. With more than 30,000 students, Odense has a young and lively atmosphere. The city is situated in the centre of Denmark, serviced by two international airports – Kastrup airport near Copenhagen and Billund airport in the middle of Jutland - which are easily reached in less than 90 minutes by train or car.
Green spots everywhere Even if you are right in the centre of Odense, you will never be more than a five-minute walk away from a green oasis. Odense has no end of beautiful parks and gardens where you can laze about and enjoy a picnic on a warm spring day with friends and fellow students. Many of the city’s sculptures are situated in the larger parks, adding a special touch among all the greenery.
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Odense River Odense River is the largest and longest watercourse on Funen. It is approximately 60 km long and runs through lots of lovely river valleys with flowering meadows and forests of reeds.
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Urban living close to nature Odense’s festival diary is an impressive list of national and international events that attract well-known creative talents, artists and researchers of international standing to the city every year. They come to join the Film Festival, the Robot Festival, the Harbour Festival, the H.C. Andersen festival and the International Blues Festival. Enjoy Odense Funen has been known as the Garden of Denmark since time immemorial. As an old saying puts it, if you stick an apple bough into the soil of Funen, it will grow. The soil is more fertile on Funen than in other parts of Denmark, as reflected by the region’s large number of fruit and vegetable growers. Various fruit and vegetable growers sell their crops at Odense’s markets. They come from all over Funen with fresh fruit, vegetables, eggs, meat and cheese, and the quality is always good. Many farms are completely organic. Discover the Latin quarter Experience the Parisian atmosphere of the streets around Brandts. Surrounded by stylish specialist shops, homeware stores, each with its own unique character, new fashion designers and galleries, Brandts dominates the city’s Latin Quarter. Brandts is the place for art and culture on an international scale.
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The former textile factory is one of Denmark’s most important exhibition complexes. It is home to the Art Hall at Brandts, the Museum of Photo Art and the Danish Media Museum.
You can travel right through the city on the Odense River Cruise or in a canoe, rowing boat or kayak, enjoying the beauty of nature as you go. It passes close to Odense Zoo where you can stop at the gangway. Hans Christian Andersen The Danish poet and author was born on 2 April 1805 and died on 4 August 1875. He was born in Odense, where he grew up in poverty. He died as one of Denmark’s most famous poets and authors. Today he is one of the world’s most beloved and most widely-read authors. In Odense you can visit both the house where Hans Christian Andersen was born, the house where he grew up and a museum that displays his life story.
Hans Christian Andersen is known for his fairy tales, including the Ugly Duckling, the Nightingale, the Little Match Girl and the Little Mermaid.
Many cafés offer 10-15% discount to students. Just show your student card
Enjoy creativity and joint the festivals Roaring lions, fun sea lions, flocks of penguins, snakes in cages - at Odense Zoo you can meet hundreds of different animals from every corner of the globe
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In 2014 Campus Kolding moved into a brand-new, low-energy, triangular building, also centrally located in Kolding
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Campus Kolding The university in Kolding has in 2014 moved closer to the city center into a spectacular building that reflects Kolding’s strong commitment to design. With its triangular shape and spectacular front, the building is a new and significant landmark in the city. Not only is the campus now closer to the city but also to the train station and the harbor. The new campus is drawn by Henning Larsen Architects and the architects attached great importance to openness in the six storey building. The campus now comprises 20,000 square metres for the university and 12,000 square metres for a future research park and car park. Inside, the social basis is a six storey atrium. Like the building, the atrium is triangular, but the shape shifts a little from storey to storey. This makes the building adventurous and you will never stop seeing new things while you are moving about in the building. The campus in Kolding is the first university building in Denmark that meets the strict Danish legal requirements for low energy consumption in 2015. The architectural design was an important part of the sustainable strategy. Among other things, the atrium skylight ensures an even dispersion of daylight to the entire building, and the geometry ensures that all square metres are utilized to perfection. The university in Kolding is characterized by close co-operation across the academic settings, by innovative initiatives within design oriented research and education and by strong collaboration with the local business community and public institutions. The main areas of study in Kolding are entrepreneurship, design, relationship management and communication.
Bookstore The student bookstore is located on the ground floor. Academic and other literature may also be purchased online on ÂÂ www.studenterboghandel.dk. Cafeteria The cafeteria is also located on the ground floor. Here you will find a good selection of sandwiches, salads, hot meals, sweets and cold drinks. Furthermore, there are vending machines around campus offering sweets and cold and hot drinks.
Social life
The Kolding Student Council, (in Danish: Studerendes Råd in Kolding (SRK)), is a non-political student organization for all students at the University of Southern Denmark in Kolding. SRK is your voice at campus Kolding, as the organization is in close dialogue with the campus management. SRK plays an important role in the social life at campus Kolding, for example through pub crawls, freshman outings and parties. When you enroll at campus Kolding, you are automatically a member of SRK and thereby have the possibility of influencing the social life on campus Kolding.
ÂÂ www.sdu.dk/Kolding
The Café U-boat is open Fridays from noon and until the last guests goes home
SRK has a close cooperation with Café Ubåden (The “Submarine”) – the student café in Kolding. Båden (the boat), as it is colloquially called, is run by student volunteers, and any profit goes directly to the students in the form of parties and other events.
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Go taste Kolding: Ingefærbrød (ginger bread) Slots øl (beer from the local brewery in Kolding) Design Innovation Entrepreneurship Culture
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Kolding – the town of opportunity Kolding is one of Denmark’s friendliest towns – large city and small village rolled into one. The municipality of Kolding has a population of more than 86,000, and is centrally located in relation to the rest of Denmark and Europe. Kolding is a university town and a commercial centre, with easy access via the motorway as well as bus and train services. And Billund International Airport is only half an hour’s drive away from Kolding. Kolding is well-known for its dramatic history, its beautiful countryside, its rich and varied cultural scene as well as its thriving business sector. In Kolding, there is something for everyone. If you are looking for culture, art and new impressions, visit Koldinghus Castle or Trapholt museum, while if you prefer rural surroundings, the town is situated in some of the most wonderful countryside – close to water, woods and beach. ÂÂ www.visitkolding.dk
An atmosphere of past and future
Koldinghus Castle forms a unique backdrop for the pedestrian streets, which twist and turn through the central town. In between the shops, you will find small, peaceful oases or historical places, which offer rich and lively stories. The beaches in the Kolding area lie directly in the magnificent setting of The Little Belt. The beaches have white sand and shallow water, and offer a wealth of possibilities. Some beaches have a nature playground; some have beach volleyball courts. Trapholt and Koldinghus Castle Art, applied art, design and architecture have a long tradition in Kolding. The creative environment spills over into the cultural events in the area. Creating art has a high profile – not in the least by virtue of the museums at Koldinghus Castle and Trapholt. Trapholt is the only museum in Denmark, showcasing modern art, applied art, design and furniture design. Koldinghus Castle is made up of impressive, weather-beaten buildings spanning five centuries, housing a great hall, castle chapel, library hall and a gloomy dungeon. From the top of the giant tower there is a magnificent view over the town of Kolding and the castle lake. Music and events Kolding is known for annual events like the Culture Night, the Art Days, the Cartoon Festival and the Open Air Opera Festival at Skamlingsbanken. The music venues in the town present a wide selection of performances by national and international artists. Various clubs arrange large concerts and festivals. Godset – Kolding’s Music Hall The music hall was exquisitely built according to advanced standards and is rated one of the best music halls in Denmark by the musicians themselves. The focus is on rhythm music, but the hall is also used for theatrical productions, lectures etc. The Nicolai Block Kolding’s new culture block is established in one of Denmark’s largest historical school complexes. Nicolai contains a cinema, a café, an archive of local history, a children’s culture house with an adventure universe for children. The Nicolai Theatre is a regular base for a number of orchestras and a place of rehearsal for choirs, and Nicolai Art & Design accommodates professional artists and designers with workshops and attached exhibition facilities.
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Campus Esbjerg The Esbjerg campus is ten minutes from the city centre by bicycle. The modern buildings provide for about 900 students studying public health studies, sports management and business courses in the field of Marketing, Innovation and Environmental Economics and Sociology. The Esbjerg campus offers highly specialized research environments, inspiring places to meet, and a fine atmosphere for learning. The University of Southern Denmark offers a number of study programmes at Campus Esbjerg. These programmes are in the fields of social sciences, humanities and health. The campus is the workplace for approximately 130 employees. Among the students, about 20 % are international students, either on an exchange programme or enrolled for a full programme. Aalborg University is located next door to the University of Southern Denmark. This university division also accommodates many students and researchers.
Social interaction at Campus Esbjerg You will find many opportunities to be part of the social community on campus. The Beach Bar is the social meeting place, where on Thursdays you can relax with your fellow students and enjoy refreshments. On weekdays our students meet across study programmes in the cafeteria which operates jointly with Aalborg University. The cafeteria offers hot and cold dishes together with sandwiches, bread, and fruit at reasonable, student-friendly prices. Sport You also have the opportunity to exercise and participate in sports together with your fellow students in the sports association. The association organizes badminton sessions, for example, and onetime events like soccer matches on the Blue Water Arena, or ice hockey.
ÂÂ www.sdu.dk/Esbjerg
The student is central
At Campus Esbjerg we do our outmost to ensure that you, as a student, are comfortable. There is a close relationship between each and every student and the staff. The researchers often have open office hours. This quickly makes it perfectly natural to address your questions to the lecturers or administrative staff. Your communication with the lecturers can be in the course of lectures, in the lecturers’ office or by e-mail. We have nice, bright buildings and we have invested time and money in art which makes the buildings even more welcoming. We have group/study rooms available, where students can work, either on their own or in teams. Usually one or more computers will be available in the group rooms, but you can also bring your own laptop and connect it to the university’s wireless network. The university’s wireless network is available all over the campus. Library service Our library has a semester shelf, where you will find the literature for the course for inspection. In addition, the library offers access to many facilities via the Internet.
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The municipality intends to expand the unique position within energy and energy technology in close cooperation with Esbjerg Business Development Centre
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Esbjerg – the city by the sea Esbjerg is Denmark’s youngest big city with a population of 83,000. The city is the place where unique scenic experiences combine with the pulsating life of the city and great sights and attractions. All year round there is a wide variety of things on offer, with plenty of activities, get-togethers and exhibitions at Tobakken and the large stage of The Performing Arts Centre – designed by Danish architect Jørn Utzon, who is world renowned for his Sydney Opera House. Tobakken is a musical venue and an activities centre that comprises four units: stage, workshops, café and meeting rooms. There is a total of about 200 events each year at Tobakken. ÂÂ www.visitesbjerg.dk
Young and international
The beautiful Concert Hall of the West Jutland Academy of Music, housed in a former turbine hall, eloquently expresses a concert scene and a level of ambition that embrace both classical and modern art. Famous names from home and abroad often and gladly make use of the city’s facilities, which can match the best by international standards. Esbjerg offers a Festival week, a chamber music festival and a number of open-air music festivals with the top Danish and international names. And sandwiched between such major events you will find a number of small, intimate musical venues where all types of music are on offer – everything from blues and rock & roll to musical treasures that range from the galley-like popular folk music of the pubs, traditional jazz, modern jazz and funk to open promenade concerts, market square concerts and summer entertainment on the open-air stage of the City Park. International taste Esbjerg has an attractive town centre with Torvegade and Kongensgade, Denmark’s longest pedestrian street. In the centre you find an abundance of restaurants offering among others Greek, Italian, Chinese and French dishes. The many large and small eating places can cater for every notion of fine dining – and wallet. Traditional Danish cooking is of course also on the menu – hot or cold. Try, for example, the world famous open sandwiches “smørrebrød”, a delicious fish dish, a slice of smoked
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Hjerting Salmon, or “bakskuld”, a salted, smoked dab with the skin removed, fried in butter – a local delicacy not to be missed! The harbour – a special experience Esbjerg Harbour can be experienced live, round the clock, all year round. Here, all the “disciplines” that are part of a major modern harbour are handled skilfully. Be sure to visit Dock 2 which has a marina, restaurants, a museum, a lighthouse, ships and cruises on board the fishing boats. Man meets the sea Visitors arriving in Esbjerg from the sea are greeted by Svend Wiig Hansen’s monumental sculpture Man meets the Sea. Because of its size (it is nine metres tall) the sculpture has become a landmark for Esbjerg. In clear weather, the four men, sitting there like unfurled sails, can be seen 10 kilometres away. Many students hang out at Hjerting Beach in the summertime. Sports Swimming Stadium Denmark has the country’s finest waterpark and a 50-metre-long and 25-metre-wide competition pool. Just a stone’s throw away lays the athletics stadium and the city’s football stadium, where EfB plays premier league football. The Stadium Centre is also beautifully situated in Esbjerg Sports Park, as are the two skating rinks, where there is plenty of room for both the elegant skating princesses and the tough guys of the ice hockey league. Here, you will find a curling centre, tennis courts, badminton hall and cricket pitch.
Try the world famous open sandwiches "smørrebrød" with a local beer
Water, loads of space, fresh air and great beaches
EnergyMetropolis – In the future, Esbjerg will be the energy capital of Denmark
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“I like studying here and people are very nice. The atmosphere at the university is very international, with students from all over the world, which I think is great. Sønderborg is a small, quiet and very clean town. I especially like the scenery, the beautiful old houses in town and that the water is close by wherever you go.” Susan Lu Han, China, Student, Economics and Business Administration
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Campus Sønderborg An extensive range of advanced international study programmes is offered at Campus Sønderborg. The campus is home to some 1,300 students and offers an international study environment, as the only teaching language is English. The universities in the border region A special feature of the University of Southern Denmark in Sønderborg is its close working relationship with Flensburg University. This partnership between the two universities has resulted in an international environment with Danish and foreign students and with lecturers from both sides of the border. Danish and foreign students, lecturers and researchers are able to realise their dreams in an exceptionally unique architectural setting. The university provides state-of-the-art laboratory and teaching facilities ensuring optimum conditions for researchers and students. At the same time, the research park provides a particularly innovative and international research environment with a strong focus on close cooperation and interaction with the business community.
International study environment
Being a student at the University of Southern Denmark gives you the opportunity to meet people with different cultural backgrounds. We are well-known for our multicultural student life. Our study environment is characterized by friendly and close relations between students, lecturers and administrative staff. Innovation Alsion opened in the autumn 2007 and is the state-of-the-art campus that won several awards for architecture and design. It houses studies within engineering, business and social sciences as well as humanities and communication. At the University of Southern Denmark in Sønderborg, you will find a fantastic and dynamic learning environment with a focus on careers and targeted courses. The campus’ direct contact with local businesses means you will have a good practical approach to your studies. This is a major strength when you have to go out into the real world after several years of study.
Alsion Sønderborg’s campus is called Alsion, and the buildings house students of Engineering, Economics and Business Administration, European Studies, and business courses in Chinese and other languages. The creative and fruitful environment is unique to Alsion. ÂÂ www.sdu.dk/Soenderborg
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Sønderborg – truly international Sønderborg is located on the island of Als in the southeast corner of Jutland, 30 km from the German border. It is in an ideal position between Hamburg and major centres in Denmark. The city has a population of approximately 70,000 and is keen to facilitate student life. The large number of students living in Sønderborg lends the town a lively social life. Als and the area surrounding Sønderborg are home to around 300 industrial SMEs, many of which specialize in electronic, mechatronic and communication equipment. Denmark’s largest industrial company, Danfoss Corporation, has its headquarters north of Sønderborg and a science amusement park. The new university and cultural complex – Alsion – is an architectural marvel situated at the harbour. Alsion is a magnet for audiences seeking an exceptional experience. Apart from the university, Alsion also houses a concert hall and research park. ÂÂ
www.sonderborg.dk
Students from all over the world
Sønderborg boasts numerous cosy cafés with live music and a vibrant nightlife. The city’s shops range from department stores to small, fascinating specialty shops. City life is diverse and cultural with a symphony orchestra, a theatre, cinema, music festivals and arts centre devoted to art and culture. Lots of activities No matter what leisure activities you prefer, you are almost guaranteed to find a sport or activity club to suit your needs: from parachuting to soccer, athletics, fitness, fishing, rowing, sailing, surfing, riding, handball, hunting, golf and tennis. You just have to pick whatever is to your liking. Nearby Danfoss Universe is a new science and experience park full of exciting technology and fun-filled activities. Lots of beaches Here, you are surrounded by woodland, inlets, coves and beaches – and evidence of Danish history is found everywhere. Not many places in Denmark are as rich in history as this small geographical area. Sønderborg Castle, Dybbøl Mill and the Battlefield History Centre are examples of some of the many centers of interest in the area. Major student event Oxbridge on Alssund is a competition between students from the Sønderborg region, Kiel and Flensburg University, Germany. This spectacular sailing event takes place in 28-foot match race boats on Alssund in front of the university.
The town centre buzzes with life, with its pedestrian street, small shops and "watering holes"
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Shaped by the waters and with an amazing history of war and reunion. There´s a lot to learn about the Sønderborg area
"I found the programmes very interesting and challenging because of the interactive teaching methods, group working and interaction with students from all over the world, which vary significantly from the teaching methods used in my home country. As a student, I valued a lot the possibility of questioning the professors and having a discussion with them, which has its roots in Danish culture, and is very different from Polish culture." Jolanta Wzientek, Poland MSc in Business Relationship Management
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Campus Slagelse Campus Slagelse offers a range of bachelor and master programmes in the fields of economics, modern languages, marketing, organization and leadership. At Campus Slagelse, the students know one another and you can’t become lost in the crowd. Campus Slagelse is characterized by the close relations between the individual study environments, teachers and programme administrators as well as close, fruitful links with local businesses and organizations. Several programmes offer excellent opportunities for putting together your own educational profile, partly through your choice of electives and partly through your study-related links with the business community. Research As a student, you will meet lecturers who also do research. You will also have access to the university’s many databases, and you will enjoy the benefits of this during your course and when you do projects. Research and education at Campus Slagelse are organized in the Department of Leadership and Strategy under the Faculty of Business and Social Sciences and a modern languages/communication studies environment which is part of the Department of Language and Communication under the Faculty of Humanities. Focus areas are change management, strategic leadership and communication and knowledge. ÂÂ www.sdu.dk/slagelse
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An international and modern study environment
The University of Southern Denmark in Slagelse is distinguished by its attractive physical environment in its lecture theatres, canteen and student café. It is the intention that the rooms reinforce the learning environment, and that as a student, you will want to stay on campus a little longer. As a student at Campus Slagelse you will meet many different nationalities, such as the students from the international programme who comes from all around the globe. Campus Slagelse is characterised by the intimacy of its study environment. Students, teachers and administration all know each other. Among the student activities are the Friday Bar and various student parties. Furthermore, students organize the annual freshman trip for new students. Study abroad As a student you will have an opportunity of a study period abroad during your studies. Learn about your possibilities at the Open House arrangement. Internships Several programmes include periods of internship with a company. You will find it useful that Campus Slagelse works closely with the local business community. Library At the University Library at Campus Slagelse you will be able to consult the literature used in the various programmes. In addition, you may meet the library staff and learn about information retrieval etc.
“As an international student, seeking opportunities to build the foundations of a future international career is an essential and primary daily task during the study programme. Campus Slagelse provided me with a proper training platform with personalized assistance for me to define my own career plan.” Guangyuan Sun, China
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Slagelse – historic and forever young Slagelse has a population of around 38,000. The town is West Zealand’s largest shopping hub with cosy and attractive squares and a lively café life. Copenhagen and Odense are within easy reach as there is excellent public transport (train and bus services) and the motorway is just outside town. The town is well-known for its many leisure and sports activities. Elite and grassroots sports are well provided for. Slagelse is especially renowned for its handball, badminton, hockey, gymnastics and golf, attracting the big names. And Slagelse Gladiators is a Danish-American football team that enjoys good results. ÂÂ www.visitslagelse.dk
To study in Slagelse
Slagelse is a town of many young people as it offers a wide variety of educational opportunities. Almost all educational institutions are centrally located, in terms of access to public transport as well as closeness to the town centre. The Campus is placed right next to the train station and still within short reach of the city centre. Slagelse also offers a plethora of cultural experiences in the form of music, theatre and cinema, and the night life is very active. It is relatively easy to find a place to live in Slagelse, as a large number of youth housing units have been built in recent years, all within easy reach of the educational institutions and the town centre. For further information, visit Social Boligforening and FOB. Lively, active and natural The students get together at the town’s student house, which hosts live music events almost every Friday and frequently arranges other activities, such as political debates, film nights, stand-up comedy, theme parties, football matches shown on big screens, poker tournaments and other entertaining events. Slagelse Musikhus is the largest concert hall and live-music venue in the area. Over 100 concerts are given every year, covering all genres, and the three stages can seat between 100 and 800 guests. Nice beaches Southwest Zealand and the Great Belt Coast have 186 kilometres of beautiful coastline and lots of delightful beaches. The beaches provide plenty of opportunity for swimming and are ideal for windsurfers and anglers. Many beaches are student hangouts in the summertime. Vikings Just west of Slagelse is one of Denmark’s most important and beautifully situated monuments from the Viking Age, the viking fortress of Trelleborg. An exciting and out-of-the-ordinary experience.
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Slagelse was the town where Hans Christian Andersen attended the “Latin School” – the town remains an important seat of learning to this day Slagelse offers a wealth of sporting and leisure activities
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Living in Denmark We will assist you in finding a place to live – there are several accommodation options Accommodation Finding a place to live often takes time, so we advise you to apply for accommodation when you apply to become a student at the University of Southern Denmark. In that case, we will assist you in finding a place to live. There are several accommodation options: • Room in a hall of residence (in Danish: kollegium ), price: eur 260-400 per month. • Privately rented room in a house or a flat, price: eur 250-500 per month. • A privately rented flat - rented alone or shared with other students – may vary considerably in price. • As an incoming international student you are guaranteed to find a place to live through the accommodations office. ÂÂ www.sdu.dk/internationale-office Cost of living The cost of living in Denmark is similar to that of other northern European countries. You should estimate spending between 600 and 700 euros on a monthly basis. The monthly rent for a room in a flat is about 300 euros. You also need to consider the cost of books and other teaching materials, transport and going out.
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Banks Banking hours are from 10h-16h, Thursdays to 17h30. On Saturdays and Sundays all banks are closed. Credit Cards Credit cards are accepted in most shops and restaurants; however, some supermarkets only accept the special Danish debit card ‘Dankort’. Cash points for cash withdrawals using credit cards can be found outside several banks in the city centre and in the shopping centres. Please be aware that your bank imposes a limit on the amount you can withdraw at a time. Electricity 220 volts AC (50 Hz) is the Danish standard. If you are travelling with electrical or electronic devices, be sure to bring a two-pin continental adapter with you. Electronic equipment Laptop computers capable of operating on both 110 and 220 volts can be used in Denmark, but remember to bring a two-pin continental adapter with you since the plugs in Denmark may differ from those in your home country. For lap-top computers working on 110 volts only, converters are necessary. Safety For international students who never have been to Denmark it is important to mention that Denmark is a very safe country to live in. Of course one has to take care of oneself when out and about, but generally crime rates are low and as long as normal caution is exercised, you can walk the streets peacefully day and night. Guns and weapons are not allowed and the police will be strict on the possession and use of any weapons. You should never hesitate to contact the police if you ever find yourself in a situation where you feel threatened, violated or unsafe.
CPR number All Danes have a personal identification number, called a CPR number. This number is used by educational institutions and all public organizations (e.g. the health care system). Any person staying in Denmark for more than rate three months must register at the Equality ples to illust A few exam ark: m en D National Register and get a CPR The Danish constitution assures religious freedom for all in l the price leve number when they have received citizens, but the constitution also emphasizes that the eur 1 their residence permit. Citizens of Evangelical Lutheran Church is the Danish state church 1 litre of milk one of the Nordic countries must and thus supported by the state. Denmark has a law eur 1 a register at the National Register on ethnic equality which bans ethnic discrimination 1 kilo of past 4 eur b after six months. They do not need and makes it illegal to treat people differently on the pu a at r ee B eur 15 nt to apply for a residence permit first. grounds of gender, race, sexuality, and religion. There ra au st re a at Meal eur 10 are additional laws to ensure gender equality, and the Cinema ticket 7 country also has a minister for gender equality. eur onald’s Meal at McD 2 eur aper Danish newsp
Bicycles In Denmark, cycling is a very common form of transportation. In most towns and cities there are bicycle paths. If you are interested in purchasing either a new or a second-hand bicycle, you may try at a local bicycle dealer. Also, check out our Facebook page and see if there are any used bikes for sale! Odense can show off a 360-km network of paths and cycle routes and ten free bike pumps in the city centre. So there is a very good reason why Odense has been voted Denmark’s No. 1 Cycle City.
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Information on becoming an exchange/degree or guest student Language requirement
A good standard of English is required, because being a student at the University of Southern Denmark typically involves student participation, class discussion, project work and student presentations. Documentation of English skills According to the Danish Ministry of Science’s Order no 181 of 23 February 2010 on Admission to Danish Universities, all international applicants to programmes taught in English must document English language qualifications comparable to the level of English taught at Danish upper secondary school (‘gymnasium’). This level compares to the C1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference. This level must and can only be documented in one of the ways stated below. Exchange students You can document your English skills by way of our language requirement form. Alternatively as described below for degree and guest students: Degree and guest students We accept the following English language tests: • TOEFL IBT test with a minimum score of 88 • IELTS academic test with a minimum overall band score of 6.5 • CAE with a minimum result of C, or the CPE (the CAE or CPE are only accepted from a Cambridge Network or from University of Michigan) If you are an EU/EEA, Nordic and Swiss citizen, you may be able to document your English skills by way of your secondary school diploma if you have acquired an upper intermediate level in English comparable to the Danish “English B” level. In order to do so, you need to document the number of English lessons per week, number of weeks per school year and the number of years you have attended high school. Please note that if the course level is not clearly stated, we may request detailed course descriptions and/or an official statement from your high school. All documentation must be signed and stamped by the issuing institution.
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Exemption An applicant may be able to qualify for an exemption from documenting their English skills if the qualifying first degree (bachelor/undergraduate degree) was taken in the USA, Canada (English speaking part), Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom or Ireland. Please note that if your qualifying degree is only partly taught in one of the above countries, you are not exempted from documenting your English skills but must do so in the manner described on this page. Please note that distance-learning educations do not exempt an applicant from documenting their English language proficiency. It is not sufficient to enclose a letter from your home university. Not even if the language of instruction at your home university is English. Test results • IELTS: The University of Southern Denmark has access to the IELTS verification database; therefore we accept these tests in copy. • TOEFL: The test must be sent directly from the test center. The code is 7969. How to take one of the tests Contact the relevant test center: • TOEFL • IELTS • CAE and CPE ÂÂ www.sdu.dk/languagereq All of these requirements are made in order for you as a student to get the full advantage of your study programme.
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Exchange programmes
No tuition fees for EU students
As a Master´s level exchange student, you can choose between various courses offered in the fields of:
Tuition Fee Rates for students who are not EU/EEA or Swiss citizens
To be admitted to courses offered in the international graduate programmes, you must have completed the equivalent of 180 ECTS credits in social sciences, i.e. business, economics, law or a similar field. The international graduate programmes primarily consist of courses aimed at the full degrees offered in English at the relevant campus.
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Business Economics Economics Law Political Science Business Language Culture
For details of the individual programmes, please consult the latest list of updated titles, teaching terms and course descriptions at the Faculty website at: ÂÂ www.sdu.dk/samex
Application deadlines
Exchange students do not pay tuition. The University of Southern Denmark does not charge tuition fees from full degree students from the Nordic countries or from the EU/EEA countries and Switzerland.
Bachelor level: • One term (equals 30 ECTS): EUR 3,250 • One year (equals 60 ECTS): EUR 6,500 • A full bachelor degree (equals 180 ECTS): EUR 19,500 Master’s level: • One term (equals 30 ECTS): EUR 4,250 • One year (equals 60 ECTS): EUR 8,500 • A full Master’s degree (equals 120 ECTS): EUR 17,000 SAS course: Course fees and participation in study trips and excursions: • EUR 3,100 per term. Please note that these tuition fee rates may change.
To find current deadlines - please visit our website at ÂÂ www.sdu.dk
Contact The International Office
Admission requirements
Campusvej 55 DK-5230 Odense M Tel. +45 6550 2264
You must meet the entry requirements for the courses you wish to take. And furthermore you must make sure to meet the application deadline and enclose all relevant documents. To follow courses at Master level, you must have completed the equivalent of 180 ECTS credits within a relevant field.
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[email protected] Find more information at ÂÂ www.sdu.dk/international-office
“When I first came to SDU in Sønderborg I was surprised to see how different this university was from what I knew about universities. It was a small, pleasant campus, but nevertheless students from all over the world were gathered here. Learning about culture, business and law in Europe, mixed with this international atmosphere, is the perfect education for me. It is making me ready to face Europe and its citizens. By the way: Facing different cultures every day changes your view of the world.” Anders Møller Krath Almtoft, European Studies
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Teaching methods and exams Academic Culture
The relationship between students and teachers in Denmark is quite informal. Both students and teachers like to consider one another as equals. You are always encouraged to ask questions both in and outside of the classroom and to express your opinion on the themes discussed during the courses. The informal atmosphere does not imply, however, that an overly relaxed attitude towards the studies would be accepted. On the contrary, the independent nature of university studies in Denmark presupposes that students show initiative and take responsibility in the planning of their studies and in keeping to their own schedules. Students are expected to be able to analyze and discuss material in class, in group work and in the final examination. Most studies involve both oral and written exams.
Teaching and learning
Teaching and learning at the University of Southern Denmark builds on a principle of active learning and teaching. You become part of a committed learning community and we expect you to actively participate, be proactive, curious and ready to learn. We strive to teach in ways that generate in-depth learning and motivate students to participate actively in the learning activities. We also strive to ensure alignment between learning objectives, teaching methods, and forms of examination as well as variation among these. Lessons consist of lectures, seminars, projects and case studies. You can also be asked to do oral presentations in class. Our experience tells us that many of our international students are not used to this active learning and we therefore consider it as important information to communicate in order for you to get the best possible experience when studying at the Faculty of Business and Social Sciences We encourage students to form study groups across nationalities and other differences in their background to stimulate learning and develop skills for cooperation in multicultural and diverse teams. We find that study groups are beneficial not only in your academic learning but socially as well. In the same way as there are various forms of teaching, the forms of examination differ as well. Exams can be either written or oral, sometimes a combination of both, where you hand in a paper and then have to present parts of it orally. The written exams will often be at campus where you have perhaps four hours to answer an exam question. But exams can also be take home assignments where you have, for example, 48 hours to complete a paper. The form of examination will always be stated in the course description at the start of your course.
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Your responsibility as a student As a student at the University of Southern Denmark, you must comply with the rights and responsibilities which follow from the regulations that apply to students at the University of Southern Denmark. Your responsibilities include keeping abreast on examination regulations, i.a. be sure to bring your student ID in order to prove your identity at all exams, observe and comply with the rules relating to time limits for registration and withdrawal etc. There are a lot of things you have to keep in mind regarding examination. We therefore advise you to visit our webpage to read some more detailed information. Here you can read about the following: how exams are conducted, and what you, as a student, must do before, during and after an exam. You can also find information about the first-year examination and regulations about what to do in the case of illness. • • • • •
Before the exam During the exam After the exam The first-year exam Illness and examination
ÂÂ www.sdu.dk/exam
General and specific regulations
There are several different forms of examination, and therefore it is important that you keep abreast with the requirements pertaining to each form of examination. You are advised first to read the general regulations to be found on the web. You also have to keep abreast with the more specific regulations and procedures that apply to your study programme. Of particular interest may be submission deadlines, use of PC and other aids, and of course the specific academic requirements for each exam. The specific regulations can be found in your curriculum or on your study programme’s website. Your student advisor can also answer questions about this. The University Act and the related ministerial orders, including the Order on Admission, the Order on Bachelor and Master’s Programmes at Universities, the Order on Examinations and the Order on the Grading Scale constitutes the framework for the conducting of exams at the University of Southern Denmark.
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Grading system The grading system used in all State-regulated education as from August 2007 is the 7-point grading scale. The grading scale is compatible with the ECTS grading scale.
Grade
Description
ECTS
12
For an excellent performance displaying a high A level of command of all aspects of the relevant material, with no or only a few minor weaknesses.
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For a very good performance displaying a high B level of command of most aspects of the relevant material, with only minor weaknesses.
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For a good performance displaying good com- C mand of the relevant material but also some weaknesses.
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For a fair performance displaying some com- D mand of the relevant material but also some major weaknesses.
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For a performance meeting only the minimum E requirements for acceptance.
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For a performance which does not meet the F minimum requirements for acceptance.
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For a performance which is unacceptable in all F respects.
x
Apart from the 7-point grading scale, pass/fail assessment may also be used.
02 is the minimum grade for passing an exam.
The student’s performance must be assessed according to academic targets set for the specific subject or course (absolute grading method). The relative grading method cannot be used.
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Internship with a company At the Faculty of Business and Social Sciences we are very much occupied with the idea of a close link between studies and real life experience. If possible we advise you to incorporate an internship in your studies. There are a lot of good reasons to take an internship during your studies. An internship looks good on your CV and it provides you with valuable business experience. An internship is not just good for you, it is also good for the company because knowledge and experience are shared between both parties. As a student you bring a fresh perspective and the latest theories, methods and results – so a company gains access to the latest knowledge from an internship. An internship is a learning experience for both students and employers. The majority of companies check your CV to see if you have any practical experience when they are considering employing you. This means that an internship or project collaboration can make all the difference – for you too.
Employer panel
At the Faculty of Business and Social Sciences we are very interested in having a close dialogue and connection with companies and organisations in especially the region of Southern Denmark. We want to make sure that we offer programmes from where our graduates can be of good use in society. We therefore have employer panels for each of our programmes. The employer panel consists of reprentatives from the study programme, e.g. the Heads of Studies and people from smaller and larger companies/organisations in the area of Southern Denmark, The employer panels have several purposes. Among other things, we want to use the panels to maintain a close dialogue with companies that – in the broadest sense – are employers or potential employers of our graduates. We want to ensure that our graduates have a level of knowledge and the necessary skills to meet the needs of the companies and the market. Furthermore we use the panel as a forum to maintain contact with the companies located in the southern region of Denmark.
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“I chose Strategy and Organization as my graduate programme because of the broad variety of interesting courses to choose from and the fact that career opportunities should be good, once I finish the programme. The courses have been very profitable and they supplement each other really well. During the programme I chose to do a company internship programme. The internship helped me realize the great potential of the Strategy and Organisation programme and I found out how to use my theoretical knowledge in real-life situations. The combination of the highly relevant courses and my company internship programme makes me feel well prepared to face the business world once I’m done with my programme. I’ve learned all of the essential tools and I’m ready to use them. I can only say that my initial interests within the fields of business development, strategy and management have been further empowered through my studies during the past couple of years.” Sanne Marie Wognsen, thesis student, Strategy and Organization.
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Working and living in Denmark After studying in Denmark you might want to continue to work and live here. There are numerous reasons for working in Denmark. Foreign national workers in Denmark have given some examples A welfare state When you work in Denmark, you have to pay taxes to the Danish Government. These taxes help to pay for the Danish welfare system, e.g. child care, access to doctors, education, elderly care, etc. A safe country Foreign nationals who come to Denmark often cite safety and security as the country’s most important characteristics. Children walk to school alone and even well-known leaders in the business community do not have to surround themselves with bodyguards. The country’s parliament, the Folketing, is open to everyone and it is not unusual to see a government minister cycling through the city. Even the Queen can shop in Copenhagen or Aarhus with a minimum of bodyguards. That this notion of security is not just fiction is reflected in the statistics that show the crime rate in Denmark is among the lowest in the world.
High quality of life Previous studies have shown that a majority of foreign national workers in Denmark felt that their quality of life increased while living in Denmark. This is the result of many factors, but many highlight the positive balance between family and career in Denmark: • Nearly all respondents said that their families enjoyed living in Denmark • A majority of respondents felt that Denmark is a good place to raise children • Many felt that Danish companies are good at respecting employees’ family lives • Generally, there is a high level of satisfaction with leisure and cultural opportunities in Denmark. Danish business culture Danish business culture is characterized by a horizontal structure and open dialogue between management and employees, and much is done to ensure a good working environment. Danish companies offer good working conditions, modern facilities and highquality technical equipment. Competence development is highly prioritized and most workplaces regularly offer continuing education to their employees. World leaders in some fields of production Denmark is known for being among the world leaders in a number of fields of production and services, e.g. agricultural goods, furniture and clothing, interior design, sea freight, wind turbines, medicines and assistive medical technologies, equipment for automatic cooling and heating, sensitive measuring instruments, IT and communications, etc For more information visit this website: www.workindenmark.dk
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The PhD Programme at the Faculty of Business and Social Sciences The PhD School offers programmes within business economics, journalism, law, social science, political science and economics. Below you can learn more about the PhD programme at the Faculty of Business and Social Sciences. What can we offer? • A postgraduate academic education aimed at research at an international level • A large national and international network • Study visits to international universities • Relevant courses at esteemed national and international universities • A chance to gain unique knowledge within a given field of expertise • A vivid research environment with close contact with experienced researchers • Flexible working conditions As a PhD Student at the PhD School at the Faculty of Business and Social Sciences, you will conduct an independent piece of scientific research in close collaboration with a supervisor. The conclusion of your work is a PhD thesis. You will have ample opportunity to shape your project in the desired direction, e.g. by going abroad to renowned universities such as Stanford and Oxford. There will also be opportunities to establish contact with active research groups outside of the University of Southern Denmark as well as taking part in courses at national and international institutions. Finally, you will gain experience with teaching and supervising students.
If you are looking for further information you are more than welcome to contact the PhD office. The office at the PhD School Chief clerk Charlotte Pilgaard Møller E-mail:
[email protected] Telephone: +45 6550 3198 Head assistant Dorte Cohrt Nebel E-mail:
[email protected] Telephone: +45 6550 3895
Industrial PhD Fellowships These fellowships are offered through collaboration between a private enterprise and a university. The PhD project is carried out as a research project and the PhD student facilitates research cooperation between the two partners. These fellowships usually have duration of three years. More information is available at ÂÂ www.sdu.dk/socscience
The PhD degree consists of: • An independent scientific project under supervision • PhD courses equivalent of 30 ECTS-point (one semester) • Teaching or another form of knowledge exchange • Study visits, primarily abroad • PhD thesis • A public defence of your thesis
PhD / scientific researcher Master Bachelor
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Contact information Our international team – at your service At the International Office, you can get help with practical matters. The International Office is involved in sending and receiving students. At present, the University of Southern Denmark cooperates with more than 500 universities within various Nordic and EU programmes (Nordplus and Erasmus) as well as other bilateral agreements. www.sdu.dk/internationale-office Find an overview of Bachelor programmes at www.sdu.dk/sambac Find an overview of Master´s degree programmes at www.sdu.dk/sammsc Alterrations can occur
www.sdu.dk www.studyindenmark.dk www.visitdenmark.dk
Campus Slagelse
Campus Kolding
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN DENMARK The International Office Universitetsparken 1 DK – 6000 Kolding Phone: +45 6550 1316 E-mail:
[email protected] www.sdu.dk/Kolding www.kolding.dk www.visitkolding.com
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN DENMARK Sdr. Stationsvej 28 DK – 4200 Slagelse Phone: +45 6550 1000 E-mail:
[email protected] www.sdu.dk/Slagelse www.slagelse.dk www.visitslagelse.com
700.001-09.14
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN DENMARK The International Office Campusvej 55 DK – 5230 Odense M Phone: +45 6550 2264 E-mail:
[email protected] www.sdu.dk/Odense www.studiebyen.odense.dk www.odense.dk www.visitodense.dk
Foto: Colourbox.com, Jens Lindhe, nilslund.dk
Campus Odense
Campus Esbjerg
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN DENMARK Niels Bohrs Vej 9 DK – 6700 Esbjerg Phone: +45 6550 1517 E-mail:
[email protected] www.sdu.dk/Esbjerg www.esbjerg.dk www.visitesbjerg.com
Campus Sønderborg
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN DENMARK The International Office Alsion 2 DK – 6400 Sønderborg Phone: +45 6550 1241 E-mail:
[email protected] www.sdu.dk/Soenderborg www.sonderborg.dk www.visitsonderborg.com
