DIS Semester Catalog | Stockholm & Copenhagen | Fall 2023 & Spring 2024

Stockholm Copenhagen Fall 2023 | Spring 2024

Architecture & Design Art & Visual Culture Biomedicine Business Child Development & Diversity Communication Computer Science Economics Engineering Environmental Science of the Arctic Finance Furniture Design Gender & Sexuality Studies Graphic Design Holocaust & Genocide Innovation & Entrepreneurship Justice & Human Rights Literature Medical Practice & Policy Neuroscience Politics & Security Prostitution & the Sex Trade Psychology Public Health Sociology Sustainability Urban Studies Vikings & Power Chris, DIS Student ‘22

Hej, I’m Chris “My courses here are unique, and I can apply my knowledge in the real world.”

Studying abroad has been something I wanted to do since starting college, and Stockholm was always on my radar.

Maybe it had to do with a lot of my furniture at home being from IKEA or that one of my favorite Boston Bruins hockey players growing up was Loui Eriksson, a native Swede.

Stockholm also seemed like a hidden gem in Europe; one that often gets overlooked when compared to the more well-known and touristy cities.

I am so glad I took a chance and followed through on my plans, as my time abroad has been nothing short of wonderful, with a much needed change of scenery.

The friends I have made at DIS are adventurous, curious, and committed to supporting one another through our abroad experience. My courses here are unique, and I can apply my knowledge in the real world. From class discussions to Field Studies to Study Tours, the city and culture are truly integrated into the curriculum.

My advice to you is to have an open mind and put yourself out there. Take the class you find interesting. Talk to the classmate you didn’t think you had anything in common with. Visit a new neighborhood. Embrace the challenges you face and the mistakes you make and learn from them.

You are in a new place with new people, so don’t be afraid to fill your semester with new memories and new friends.

I wish you the best of luck in shaping your study abroad journey.

Chris Chen (he/him) DIS Student, Spring 2022 2

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Your Semester with DIS Whether you choose to study with us in Stockholm or Copenhagen, your semester will be characterized by high-level academics, experiential learning components, course-integrated Study Tours, and new cultural experiences! Discover the many ways you can form friendships, exchange cultural perspectives, and explore your new neighborhood. Throughout your time with DIS, we are here to offer you help and support.

Classes begin

Arrival

DIS class sizes are small, allowing you to form close connections with your faculty and fellow students.

We greet you at the airport on the official start date of your program, and you are transported to your housing to settle in.

Get to know your city All of your courses include Field Studies that take you out of the classroom and into the city for exciting visits, explorations, and conversations.

Find your community Engage with fellow students and locals through DIS activities, clubs and meetups, local sports teams and communities, Visiting Host Families, and much more.

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Explore Europe with DIS Two weeks of your semester are dedicated to Study Tours, where you explore academically relevant destinations with your Core Course and faculty.

Wrapping up

Study break

The end of the semester wraps up with presentations, exhibits, and final exams.

Connect and reminisce with faculty and friends at the end-of-semester celebration.

Use this half-week break to enjoy Sweden or Denmark, try slow travel, or catch up on your studies.

Until next time Vi ses! The DIS Alumni Community is excited to welcome you. Stay connected and foster your love of learning with attractive offerings and plenty of opportunities for networking.

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ACADEMIC PROGRAMS

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Pursue Your Academic Goals Abroad Follow your passion and build your own unique semester with DIS. Choose a signature Core Course and add elective courses across academic disciplines to complete your schedule. Experience new ways of learning in small classes with highly skilled and engaged faculty. Use the city as your interactive classroom and gain a greater understanding of the world.

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What struck me the most about DIS was the opportunity to take courses across disciplines. I was able to build a semester that fit a whole range of interests and I left Scandinavia having discovered newly formed passions that ended up shaping my college experience.”

- Parker (he/him), University of Puget Sound

Experiential Learning Explore Stockholm or Copenhagen through an academic lens on local Field Studies with your faculty. Our courses also offer you opportunities to hone your skills in research or labs, studio, practicum, or workshops.

Study Tours Use Europe as your classroom on your two course-integrated Study Tours.

This is where your learning truly comes to life! Study Tours are hands-on and interactive, combining theory with practice, and expose you to additional cultural perspectives. Study Tours are included in your tuition.

Faculty Teach What They Do Most DIS faculty work as professionals in the areas they teach, bringing theory to life by sharing realworld expertise and examples in the classroom and giving you access to their networks.

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Stockholm

Famous for its progressive stance on equality and human rights, Stockholm offers you the perfect balance of history and modern living in serene surroundings.

Commute through an art gallery

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Built on the water

Freedom to roam in nature

Action for climate change

If you choose Stockholm as your home, your classroom will be in a state-of-theart modern glass building right in the city center. From here, you can easily explore the strikingly beautiful capital that’s brimming with lively culture, innovative design, and friendly people.

Enjoy allemansrätten, the Swedish democratic concept that nature belongs to everyone.

This unique right allows you to roam freely in the countryside.

Comprised of 14 islands and a transit system that travels across waterways, Stockholm is well connected. 90 of the city’s 100 metro stations are decorated with paintings, sculptures, and mosaic.

Stockholm is the only capital in the world situated both at the sea and on a lake, and the city is made up of one-third water, one-third greenery, and one-third urban areas.

Swedes love to celebrate traditional festivities, including throwing colorful crayfish parties in the fall, and meeting friends and family for fika.

Stockholm’s city center dates back to the 13th century and historical landmarks are scattered throughout the city – going back to the Viking Age.

Learn in a progressive & sustainable capital

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If you choose Copenhagen as your home, you will attend classes in the heart of the city, within walking distance to the waterfront, research libraries, political agencies, quaint cafés, and rich cultural activities.

Life is largely lived outdoors, and enjoyed at a slower pace than in many other capitals.

The city’s many public gardens and inventive urban spaces are a testament to its commitment to an ecofriendly lifestyle.

The medieval cobbled streets are easy to explore on foot or by bicycle, which is the preferred means of transportation in a city boasting 400 kilometers of bike lanes.

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16th-century architecture is matched with world-class modern design, harbor baths, skate parks, food markets, and more.

Constantly on the cusp of innovation, the Danish capital is changing the global agenda for sustainability, design, architecture, and food.

Study in the heart of the city

Copenhagen Copenhagen consistently tops surveys of the world’s best places to live, and hits the sweet spot between a relaxed, village-like atmosphere and a vibrant big city vibe.

A combination of tradition and innovation Getting around is easy

Old meets new A city built for human scale

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Go off the beaten track and explore unique locations

Europe as Your Classroom Make new friends and life-long connections

Professors and local experts help you connect the dots

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Learn from organizations, research centers, and start-ups

Your Core Course includes two inspiring, faculty-led Study Tours in Europe. Study Tours are hands-on and experiential, combining theory with practice, and expose you to additional cultural perspectives.

Short Study Tour Early in your semester, an entire week is dedicated to just your Core Course. Core Course Week is split between two days in your host city and a threeday short Study Tour to a domestic destination or a neighboring country.

Learning in new environments brings theory to life

Week-Long Study Tour Later in your semester, you travel again with your Core Course on a faculty-led Study Tour in Europe for one week. Here you will take your field of interest even further and apply your knowledge in a new cultural setting.

No Extra Cost

Study Tours are among the many enriching experiences included in your tuition.

Feel the breath of history at cultural landmarks

Try your strength in tackling the burning issues of our time

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Climb a wind turbine to learn about sustainable solutions in Scandinavia

Test your hypothesis in a real lab. Try out ultrasound, eye tracking, virtual reality surgeries, galvanic skin response, and more

Hands-on Learning

View the world from new angles and challenge your perspectives

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Get in touch with local nature and tap into the New Nordic food movement

All DIS courses are enriched by experiential learning components, taking you out of the classroom on local Field Studies. Our courses also offer you opportunities to hone your skills, explore new career opportunities, and build your international network.

Academic Highlights + Hone your skills in real-life settings + Develop new concepts and solve realistic problems + Gain professional feedback and build your network Enroll in a studio, workshop, or practicum and gain unique perspectives of Stockholm or Copenhagen. These electives are all highly experiential, using the city as their base and encouraging you to explore and find new solutions.

Labs & Research Develop real projects using entrepreneurial methods and test them in creative communities

+ Set yourself apart + Build your resumé + Join a team of international scholars Gain invaluable international lab experience while abroad or join a DIS faculty member’s ongoing research project and make your mark. DIS encourages students with a variety of academic backgrounds to apply for Lab or Research Assistantship courses.

Exploration Electives + European travel at no extra cost + Use the city as your living laboratory + Meet with local experts Follow your curiosity and try one of the Exploration Electives – at no extra cost for you. Exploration Electives are interactive and you can expect to spend much of your time outside of the physical classroom to explore the topic of the course.

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Faculty Teach What They Do Most DIS faculty work as professionals in the areas they teach, bringing theory to life by sharing real-world expertise and examples in the classroom and giving you access to their networks.

Investigating Forensic Psychology

Sweden’s Leading Expert on Terrorism

Meiling Liu has been a cherished faculty member at DIS since the Stockholm program opened in 2016.

Meiling holds a Ph.D. in Forensic Psychology and has worked internationally as a teacher, researcher, and organizational consultant.

Hans Brun is the leading expert on terrorism in Sweden, and regularly gives lectures to professionals in Europe and the U.S. At DIS, Hans is known for sharing his expertise with the DIS community, such as while on the panel of academic seminars focusing on the war in Ukraine and U.S.-Iran tensions.

What makes people commit crime? Are there gender differences? What is the role of perception? Meiling’s Core Course, Forensic Psychology, explores the Scandinavian countries’ legal systems, contrasting them with the American one. With her commitment to lifelong learning, Meiling investigates the field of forensic psychology together with her students – introducing a broader European context while on Study Tour to Edinburgh. In addition to this course, students can enroll in Meiling’s Forensic Psychology Lab, conducting their own research pertaining to topics such as lying behavior on social media, or eyewitness testimony.

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What are the implications of terrorism for international politics in the 21st century? Hans’ elective course, Terrorism and Anti-Terrorism, offers a broad introduction to the concept of terrorism, focusing on the challenge posed by Al-Qaeda and the measures introduced against it. Students learn about the history, the objectives, and the “inner logic” of terrorists, and discuss possible counter-measures. In the course, Hans draws on his own current research as well as his personal connections in the field, taking students on unique Field Studies around Stockholm.

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The more different our backgrounds, the richer our conversations and more comprehensive and sustainable - Silvia, DIS Faculty Member our solutions.”

Hands-On Medical Lab Experience

Building a Sustainable Future

Jack Xu, M.D., specializes in radiology and has been a resident physician in hospitals around Copenhagen. He is the initiator of the Medical Simulation Lab at DIS where he shares his expertise and passion for the medical field with students.

Silvia Dragomir is an urban planner, architect, and advocate of Cities for People. An engineer by trade, Silvia works together with her students to co-create roadmaps for better living environments and more resilient cities.

In Jack’s lab course, Medical Simulation Lab, students learn relevant anatomy and physiology through virtual reality (VR) alongside traditional approaches. The course focuses on specific diseases and follows the diagnosis and treatment pathway of a surgical patient from admission to discharge. Students learn how to perform a basic ultrasound evaluation and how to diagnose common CT pathologies. Through a surgeon’s eye, they also gain basic surgical skills and interventions to perform surgical procedures with the use of laparoscopic simulators.

Current climate changes require an innovative response to the way we build our urban environments. In Silvia’s Exploration Elective, Integrated Climate Change Planning, she encourages students to use their creative talent to solve problems and ponder solutions towards sustainable futures. Learning is highly experiential and takes place in Copenhagen as well as in Bordeaux, France. The close analysis of two complementary cities – one confronted with cloudburst, another threatened by excessive drought – offers a holistic approach to climate action and is an open invitation to abandon comfortable academic distinctions.

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Discover Your Academic Path DIS offers you freedom of choice when it comes to building your semester. Pursue your academic and personal goals with DIS in Stockholm or Copenhagen.

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Step 1: Choose a Core Course

Step 2: Choose Elective Courses

Step 3: All set!

The Core Course is a signature of the DIS academic experience.

Pick electives to build on your academic focus or explore other disciplines. The choice is yours!

+ Pick one Core Course (3 or 6 credits) in one of the 28 Academic Programs

+ Add elective courses (3 or 6 credits) across 80+ disciplines to complete your schedule

All students take 4 or 5 courses, which amounts to between 12 and 15 credits. Your Core Course and electives run simultaneously, ensuring an even workload.

+ Your choice of Core Course determines if you go to Stockholm or Copenhagen

+ Make sure they are in the same city as your Core Course – Stockholm or Copenhagen

Now you’re ready to start planning your semester in Stockholm or Copenhagen.

+ All Core Courses include two faculty-led Study Tours in Europe. Study Tours are included in your tuition!

+ Electives include labs, research, workshops, practicums, studios, and Exploration Electives

ALUMNI SPO TLIG H T

Elise Made a Documentary on Global Food Waste ELISE (she/her), Brown University, studied with DIS Copenhagen as a pathway to conduct research for her senior thesis documentary film entitled “The Global Food Waste Crisis and The Danish Solution.”

Elise studied Sustainability at DIS Copenhagen, and as an environmental studies major, she had respected and admired Denmark for its sustainability efforts long before arriving. Another of Elise’s passions is filmmaking, and while in Copenhagen, she found an excellent way to combine the two. As part of her semester abroad, Elise gathered her own primary-source evidence on global food waste, and how people in Denmark are leading the effort to combat this global issue. After graduating, Elise moved to London to pursue a masters in TV/Film Producing at the MetFilm School, and is now working at Warner Bros as a Production Assistant.

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It was DIS that taught me the value of diverse thinking and international collaboration.”

Alumni Voices

Your time abroad with DIS can expand your opportunities and have a positive impact on your future career.

Meet two of our alumni whose time abroad in Stockholm and Copenhagen helped open new doors.

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Mo Returned to Stockholm for Research MO (she/her), Duke University, studied European Security Dilemmas and Intelligence at DIS Stockholm. The experience of taking this course shaped her senior thesis research, for which she returned to Stockholm with the help of DIS Stockholm faculty member, Steve Turner, and her advisor back home at Duke University.

For Mo’s thesis, she conducted interviews with counter-terrorism experts, police officers, social workers, teachers, and politicians in Stockholm. Upon her return to the U.S., Mo used her research data to contrast the security and immigration policies of the U.S. to those of Sweden and the EU in general.

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My home school doesn’t offer that many programs that focus on international relations, so it was great to be here and actually have that focus on Stockholm, Sweden, and also on the EU. It really helped me decide that I do want to pursue a masters in international relations and continue learning more about these issues.”

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Architecture & Design In Scandinavia, the built environment considers people, community, sustainability, and wellbeing. Engage in explora tions of Danish and Scandinavian design philosophies, combining strong traditions with the contemporary energy of future-focused architects and designers.

Core Courses Architecture Design Studio Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 6 Credits

Architecture Foundations Studio Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 6 Credits

Interior Architecture Studio Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 6 Credits

Interior Architecture Foundations Studio Copenhagen | Spring | 6 Credits

Urban Design Studio Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 6 Credits

Urban Design Foundations Studio Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 6 Credits

All studios travel on interdisciplinary Study Tours to the following destinations: Week-Long Study Tour: Finland or Germany-Netherlands or Sweden Short Study Tour: Denmark or Berlin (Full-Year students only)

Art & Visual Culture Experience the groundbreaking cultural and artistic movements shaping Europe and the world today. From great auteurs in filmmaking to thought-provoking experiments on the contemporary art scene, take a deep dive into European art and film history.

Core Course Modern Frames: European Art and Cinema Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Prague-Vienna Short Study Tour: Denmark

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Biomedicine Are you interested in learning how state-of-the-art biomedical research drives the creation of novel diagnostics and therapeutics for clinical use?

Engage in a unique experience where you learn and witness how laboratory and clinical-based research leads to implementing innovative solutions to meet patient needs.

Core Course Medical Biotechnology and Drug Development Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Lisbon-Porto or Edinburgh (Fall) or London (Spring) Short Study Tour: Denmark

Business Although Denmark itself is a relatively small market, Danish businesses are renowned for world-class innovation. Develop your ability to analyze international competition and business strategy through a European and Danish perspective, gaining applied knowledge through active engagement with business professionals, relevant case studies, and experiential learning.

Core Course European Business Strategy: Case Studies Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Berlin-Prague or Helsinki-Tallinn or London Short Study Tour: Denmark

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Child Development & Diversity Find out why Scandinavia is known as one of the most progressive places for raising children to be competent, independent, democratic, and social beings. Coursework threads academic topics with hands-on practicum experiences in Danish nurseries, preschools, and public schools that provide new perspectives on child development and education.

Core Course Child Development and Education in Scandinavia Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Helsinki Short Study Tour: Denmark

Communication Trust, authenticity, connection, engagement, and cross-cultural perspectives are all concepts grappled with in the field of communication today across roles and organizations. Place yourself in the center of the European landscape to understand how to communicate across cultures. Hone your critical media literacy, and gain knowledge of new media trends and public relations in Europe.

Core Courses New Media and Changing Communities Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Brussels or Dublin Short Study Tour: Denmark or Southern Sweden

Strategic Communication Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: London Short Study Tour: Denmark

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Computer Science

Computing is everywhere. It advances science and industry, helps us stay connected, and affects our lives at individual and societal levels. With publiclyfinanced specialized education, startup incubators, and industrial hubs with computer science at their core, Sweden and Denmark are both at the forefront of research and innovation in this field.

Core Courses Artificial Neural Networks and Deep Learning Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: London Short Study Tour: Denmark

Game Development: Programming and Practice + Lab Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 6 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Berlin-Hamburg or Berlin-Frankfurt Short Study Tour: Denmark

Machine Learning Stockholm | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Germany Short Study Tour: Sweden

Economics How does a changing world impact European economies, and what roles do economists play in explaining, forecasting, and advising? Analyze and compare how companies, countries, and sectors compete and position themselves in a complex world.

Critically examine and apply economic theories to contemporary European case studies.

Core Courses Comparative Economics: Global Risks and European Responses Stockholm | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Athens Short Study Tour: Sweden

Globalization and European Economies Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

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Engineering We face significant challenges as a species: from engineering better medicines and designing lifesaving medical devices to addressing our collective need for clean water, green energy, and healthy, livable cities. Sweden is a global leader in developing biomedical technologies and sustainable infrastructure, making Stockholm an ideal location to study and work with engineers on the forefront of change.

Core Courses Biomedical Engineering in Scandinavia Stockholm | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Denmark-Norway Short Study Tour: Sweden

Engineering Sustainable Environments in Scandinavia Stockholm | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Finland (Fall) or Iceland (Spring) Short Study Tour: Sweden

ST U D E N T S P OTLI GHT

Study abroad helped shape my plans for the future SETH (he/him), University of Puget Sound, studied Biomedical Engineering at DIS Stockholm.

Seth chose DIS Stockholm because it enabled him to get close up and personal with engineering while also being abroad. Highlights from Seth’s semester include visits to well-renowned universities in Sweden and getting handson experience from using a 3D printing lab, a hydrogel lab, and an ultrasound lab. As a molecular and cellular biology major, it was pivotal to Seth that his DIS credits transferred easily back to his home school.

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Hearing the perspectives of my faculty here and the people that I've interacted with in the labs during our Field Studies has been really insightful into what a career in biomedical engineering can look like.”

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Environmental Science of the Arctic

Gain first-hand knowledge about one of the most critical global topics of our time. Explore climate change theory through the lens of scientific climate history in the Arctic. See for yourself, alongside expert scientists in the field on your Study Tours, what is currently being researched in the changes occurring within the glaciers of Iceland, the Greenland ice sheet, or the tundra of Arctic Norway.

Core Courses Climate, Glaciers, and Human Impact Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Iceland Short Study Tour: Denmark

Ice Cores and Ice Ages Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Greenland Short Study Tour: Denmark

Polar Biology Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Arctic Norway or Iceland Short Study Tour: Denmark

Finance Whether funding a new venture, valuing an asset, quantifying the mechanics of a corporate restructure, or making astute and informed judgements on international money markets, take the opportunity to examine both theoretical and practical aspects of contemporary finance from expert professionals. Explore strategies of sustainable finance and the policies and markets of Denmark, Germany, and the UK.

Core Course International Financial Management Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

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Furniture Design Scandinavian furniture has a deep history of considering people, culture, and society in the design process. Explore these relationships and develop your individual design capabilities through studio assignments, lectures, Field Studies, and production of your prototype in studio.

Core Course Furniture Design Studio Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 6 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Finland-Sweden Short Study Tour: Denmark

Gender & Sexuality Studies Find out what it is like to live in a country known for its progressive norms and policies, and study the challenges and ideas within gender, equality, and sexuality in Sweden. Experience the world’s most gender-equal country with affirmative action policies, a ‘gender-responsive’ national budget, and a firm commitment to LGBTQIA+ rights.

Core Course Gender, Equality, and Sexuality in Scandinavia Stockholm | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Berlin Short Study Tour: Sweden

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Graphic Design Graphic design is a powerful tool for the expression of ideas, concepts, and information. Develop a comprehensive understanding of the Scandinavian and European approach and explore methodologies that strengthen your individual design capabilities.

Whether you are majoring in graphic design and seek to build out your portfolio with a European design edge, or want to try something new while studying abroad, there is a studio level for you.

Core Courses Graphic Design Studio Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 6 Credits

Graphic Design Foundations Studio Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 6 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Netherlands Short Study Tour: Denmark or Berlin (Full-Year students)

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A Welcoming and Liberal Environment SHILOH (they/she), Skidmore College, studied Gender, Equality, and Sexuality at DIS Stockholm When deciding to study abroad, Shiloh knew they needed to go somewhere that would accept them for who they are without explanation. In order to find that place, Shiloh recalled their classes in sociology and education expressing that Scandinavia was a very liberal and gender-equal area of the world.

While abroad, Shiloh finds DIS to be a safe space for conversations and for being open about identities.

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My Core Course is definitely a very queer space. I’ve never had a class like this before.

Learning about other identities has been a great experience.”

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Holocaust & Genocide Mass killings have occurred at all times in history.

The 20th century, however, stands out in intensity, frequency, and the means applied to kill great numbers of innocent people. Investigate the causes of genocide and the sociological and psychological mechanisms that turn people into perpetrators, bystanders, rescuers, and victims.

Core Course Holocaust and Genocide Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Poland Short Study Tour: Northern Germany

Innovation & Entrepreneurship Gain the tools and skills required to succeed as an entrepreneur and apply them to your own innovative ideas with advice and feedback from experienced mentors. Innovate in real-world entrepreneurial settings and learn to bring an idea from inception to market. Build your innovative mindset by applying creative mapping and design thinking methods.

Core Course Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Europe Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Berlin Short Study Tour: Southern Sweden

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Justice & Human Rights

The protection of human rights continues to be one of the most challenging and debated topics of our time. Through meetings with practitioners and experts, explore the underlying political and legal issues animating interstate conflict, transnational crime, and the rights of refugees across Europe, and enhance your knowledge of how international law, justice, and human rights intersect.

Core Courses Fleeing Across Borders: International Refugee Law Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Greece Short Study Tour: Denmark

Humanitarian Law and Armed Conflict Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Bosnia (Fall) or Kosovo (Spring) or Geneva Short Study Tour: Denmark

Literature Walk in the footsteps of the continent’s finest and most groundbreaking authors and poets and make traveling a literary adventure. Experience Europe through a literary lens and discover the importance of place in literature by visiting the venues and hideouts of contemporary European writers.

Core Course A Sense of Place in European Literature Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Berlin Short Study Tour: Denmark

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Medical Practice & Policy Clinical practices and policies vary across Europe.

Intercultural knowledge of these differences can provide perspectives on current practices, including the use of technology, alongside insights into the career opportunities available for working in the medical field.

Engage in a unique pre-medical experience by learning from local medical doctors, focusing on diagnosis and treatment of common diseases and ailments.

Core Courses Precision Medicine: Tailored Treatment in Clinical Practice Stockholm | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Dublin Short Study Tour: Sweden

Human Health and Disease: A Clinical Approach Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Berlin-Poznan or Budapest-Vienna or Krakow-Prague or Helsinki-Tallinn Short Study Tour: Denmark

Politics & Security How does the EU function? What are the main political and security dilemmas in Europe? Through classes, Study Tours, and meetings with local experts, examine the complexity of policy making and security in today’s society. Seek to better understand what terrorism is, examine the impact of cybersecurity and cyberwarfare, and learn about the effects of migration and energy security on Europe.

Core Courses European Game of Politics: Crisis and Survival Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Brussels Short Study Tour: Northern Germany

European Security Dilemmas Stockholm | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Riga-Vilnius Short Study Tour: Sweden

Terrorism & Counter-Terrorism Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

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Neuroscience

Neuroscience is one of the most exciting and fastest growing scientific fields and lends itself to be studied across many disciplines. It can provide insight into a myriad of aspects including consciousness, emotional processing, dysfunctional brain circuits and psychopathology, or neurobiological perspectives on creativity.

Core Courses Cognitive Neuroscience of Addiction Stockholm | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: London Short Study Tour: Sweden

Cognitive Neuroscience of Consciousness + Lab Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 6 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Florence Short Study Tour: Denmark

Cognitive Neuroscience of Creativity Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: United Kingdom Short Study Tour: Denmark

Neuroscience of Emotion + Lab Stockholm | Fall & Spring | 6 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Paris Short Study Tour: Sweden

Psychopharmacology: Substances and the Brain Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Frankfurt-Heidelberg or Munich Short Study Tour: Denmark or Southern Sweden

Prostitution & the Sex Trade Selling sex is legal in Denmark and across Europe, but each country has vastly different approaches and policies regarding prostitution and sex work.

Delve into how national cultures construct their own narratives about sex, gender, and rights, and how they grapple with conflicting views on sex for sale.

Core Course Prostitution and the Sex Trade in Europe Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

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Psychology Develop your understanding of the relationships between the mind, brain, and behavior, and how these are both shaped by and influence social contexts.

Although our Core Courses explore very different areas of psychology, they all critically examine psychological theory, research, and practice, with an emphasis on European perspectives and challenges.

Core Courses Cyberpsychology Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Amsterdam Short Study Tour: Denmark

European Clinical Psychology Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Vienna Short Study Tour: Denmark

Forensic Psychology Stockholm | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Edinburgh Short Study Tour: Sweden

Positive Psychology Stockholm + Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Athens or Edinburgh or Krakow or London or Prague or Verona-Vienna Short Study Tour: Sweden or Denmark

A C A D E M I C S P OTLI GHT

In the Pursuit of Happiness Sweden and Denmark consistently score in the top tier on the World Happiness Report, which determines the world’s happiest countries.

But what does this mean in practice? Discover Scandinavian approaches to life, the concepts of ‘lagom’ and ‘hygge’, and explore happiness from an academic perspective while abroad.

Choose between Positive Psychology and other courses to study the concept of happiness.

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Public Health

With their publicly financed, universal healthcare systems, Denmark and Sweden serve as unique case studies of the challenges and opportunities in current public health issues. Across Europe, healthcare systems are facing rising costs, aging populations, increasing migration, and inequality in health.

Analyze and debate some of these challenges, while examining their interplay with the organization, financing, and priority-setting within different systems.

Core Courses Public Health and Migration: Access, Politics, and Human Rights Stockholm | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Geneva Short Study Tour: Sweden

Healthcare Systems: A Comparative Approach Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Helsinki-Tallinn Short Study Tour: Denmark

Sociology Globalization has dissolved old hierarchies and brought cultures closer together; however, this newfound cultural proximity has also created challenges of integration and migration facing Denmark and Europe today. How do traditionally homogeneous countries, especially welfare states where social cohesion has been a factor of their structural success, evolve with the increase of migration? Challenge your own opinions and explore the social, political, and cultural implications of the conflicts.

Core Course Cultural Diversity and Integration Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Greece Short Study Tour: Denmark-Northern Germany

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Sustainability Sustainable development is on top of the global agenda of the 21st century. In Denmark and Europe, strategizing sustainability initiatives is a priority, from energy consumption to food production. Experience new approaches to sustainability from a European perspective and hear from the stakeholders shaping today’s agendas.

Core Courses Sustainable Development in Northern Europe Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Finland (Fall) or Seville or Sweden Short Study Tour: Denmark

Sustainable Food: Production and Consumption Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Barcelona or Norway Short Study Tour: Denmark

G R E E N E X P L ORATI ON SP OTLI GHT

Slow Travel and Be Inspired

by Your Surroundings With Stockholm being awarded the first-ever European Green Capital and Copenhagen’s ambitious goal of becoming carbon neutral, these cities provide an ideal backdrop for developing habits for sustainable living.

One of the best things about traveling is realizing that the world is full of different ways of doing things. While in Denmark, why not hop on your bike to check out a biodynamic farm, or perhaps visit Copenhill; a waste-to-energy plant with a ski slope on top of it? In Sweden, take a night train to the north and experience the magnificent natural phenomena of northern lights or the midnight sun.

Taking in the changing landscapes through a train window is a wonderful and relaxing way to get to know your host country.

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Urban Studies Over the past decade, Copenhagen has consistently ranked as one of the top 10 most livable cities and is leading the world in sustainable urban solutions.

The city’s infrastructure is made for bikes, with 62% of Copenhageners commuting to work or school by bike. Become part of this unique city’s fabric for your semester, using it as your classroom, and look beyond to other cities in Europe on Study Tour to analyze their successes and challenges.

Core Course European Urban Experience: Why Cities Matter Copenhagen | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Barcelona or Germany (Fall) or Budapest-Vienna (Spring) Short Study Tour: Northern Germany or Denmark (Fall) or Southern Sweden (Spring)

Vikings & Power The Viking Age, for better and for worse, influenced world history, and Viking culture still resonates in contemporary Sweden and beyond. Walk in the Vikings’ historical footsteps, from Sweden to Iceland, as you examine Viking society, politics, expansion, gender roles, religion, and legacy.

Core Course World of the Vikings Stockholm | Fall & Spring | 3 Credits

Week-Long Study Tour: Iceland Short Study Tour: Sweden

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DIS STOCKHOLM Course List by Academic Interest BLUE: Core Courses - your DIS signature course that includes two Study Tours

ANTHROPOLOGY · Gender, Equality, and Sexuality in Scandinavia · Human Trafficking and the Sex Trade · Swedish Language and Culture, various levels ART HISTORY · Nordic Contemporary Art BIOLOGY · Biomedical Engineering in Scandinavia · Biostatistics · Engineering Biomaterials · Immunology and Infectious Diseases · Medical Diagnostics · Medical Simulation Lab · Neurodegenerative Diseases · Precision Medicine: Tailored Treatment in Clinical Practice · Tumor Biology and Oncology

CRIMINOLOGY / LAW · Forensic Psychology · Forensic Psychology Lab · Human Trafficking and the Sex Trade · Scandinavian Crime Fiction

FILM STUDIES · Glued to the Screen: TV Shows, Norms, and Culture · Storytelling Workshop: How Narrative Works

ECONOMICS · Behavioral Economics · Comparative Economics: Global Risks and European Responses · Economics of Gender · Economics of Global Monetary Policies and Capital Flows · International Investment and Portfolio Management EDUCATION · Design Thinking · Developing Brain: From Infancy to Adolescence · Positive Psychology · Power of the Mind: Psychology of Performance

BUSINESS · Data Visualization · Design Thinking · International Investment and Portfolio Management CHEMISTRY / BIOCHEMISTRY · Biomedical Engineering in Scandinavia · Energy Cloud: Engineering Localized, Digitized, Sustainable Networks · Engineering Biomaterials · Engineering Sustainable Environments in Scandinavia · Medical Diagnostics COMMUNICATION · Glued to the Screen: TV Shows, Norms, and Culture · Photo Documentary and Discovery · Storytelling Workshop: How Narrative Works · Ways of Seeing: Storytelling Through Photography

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FASHION STUDIES · Scandinavian Textiles and Fashion Workshop

DESIGN · Data Visualization · Design Thinking · Scandinavian Textiles and Fashion Workshop

BIOMEDICINE / BIOTECHNOLOGY · Biomedical Engineering in Scandinavia · Engineering Biomaterials · Immunology and Infectious Diseases · Medical Diagnostics · Medical Simulation Lab · Neurodegenerative Diseases · Precision Medicine: Tailored Treatment in Clinical Practice

COMPUTER SCIENCE · App Development · Data Visualization · Machine Learning

CREATIVE WRITING · Storytelling Workshop: How Narrative Works

ENGINEERING · Biomedical Engineering in Scandinavia · Biostatistics · Data Visualization · Design Thinking · Energy Cloud: Engineering Localized, Digitized, Sustainable Networks · Engineering Biomaterials · Engineering Sustainable Environments in Scandinavia · Medical Diagnostics · Smart and Sustainable Cities ENTREPRENEURSHIP · Design Thinking ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES / SCIENCE · Biostatistics · Energy Cloud: Engineering Localized, Digitized, Sustainable Networks · Engineering Sustainable Environments in Scandinavia · Smart and Sustainable Cities ETHICS · Medical Ethics · Philosophy of Technology and Human Values

FINANCE · Economics of Gender · Economics of Global Monetary Policies and Capital Flows · International Investment and Portfolio Management GENDER STUDIES · Economics of Gender · Gender, Equality, and Sexuality in Scandinavia · Human Trafficking and the Sex Trade · Sex Education and Sexual Reform in Europe · Transgender in Scandinavia GLOBAL HEALTH · Epidemiology: Swedish Case Studies · Public Health and Migration: Access, Politics, and Human Rights · Public Health Emergencies and Health-Crisis Management GOVERNMENT · European Security Dilemmas · Public Health Policy in Practice · Terrorism and Anti-Terrorism HISTORY · History of Sweden in Europe and the World · Scandinavia in the Middle Ages: From Viking Warriors to Christian Knights · Sex Education and Sexual Reform in Europe · World of the Vikings HUMAN DEVELOPMENT · Developing Brain: From Infancy to Adolescence · Positive Psychology · Psychology of Emerging Adulthood · Psychology of Loneliness HUMAN RIGHTS · Human Trafficking and the Sex Trade · Transgender in Scandinavia INFORMATION SCIENCE · Data Visualization INTERIOR DESIGN · Scandinavian Textiles and Fashion Workshop

See website for details on prerequisites, corequisites, and other course requirements.

Syllabi for all courses are also available online.

DIS STOCKHOLM Course List by Academic Interest BLUE: Core Courses - your DIS signature course that includes two Study Tours

INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS · European Security Dilemmas · History of Sweden in Europe and the World · Psychology of Political Behavior · Swedish Politics and Society · Terrorism and Anti-Terrorism JOURNALISM · Photo Documentary and Discovery LANGUAGE · Swedish Language and Culture, various levels LEADERSHIP STUDIES · Power of the Mind: Psychology of Performance · Psychology of Political Behavior · Swedish Politics and Society LEGAL STUDIES · Forensic Psychology · Human Trafficking and the Sex Trade · Transgender in Scandinavia LITERATURE · Scandinavia in the Middle Ages: From Viking Warriors to Christian Knights · Scandinavian Crime Fiction · Storytelling Workshop: How Narrative Works · World of the Vikings MATHEMATICS · Biostatistics MEDIA STUDIES · Glued to the Screen: TV Shows, Norms, and Culture · Photo Documentary and Discovery · Ways of Seeing: Storytelling Through Photography MUSIC · Songwriting Workshop: Swedish Pop Music NEUROSCIENCE · Affective Neuroscience Lab · Biostatistics · Cognitive Neuroscience of Addiction · Developing Brain: From Infancy to Adolescence · Neurodegenerative Diseases · Neuroscience of Emotion ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR · Positive Psychology PHILOSOPHY · Medical Ethics · Philosophy of Technology and Human Values

PHOTOGRAPHY · Photo Documentary and Discovery · Ways of Seeing: Storytelling Through Photography PHYSICS / BIOPHYSICS · Biomedical Engineering in Scandinavia · Energy Cloud: Engineering Localized, Digitized, Sustainable Networks · Engineering Biomaterials · Engineering Sustainable Environments in Scandinavia POLITICAL SCIENCE · Economics of Gender · European Security Dilemmas · Psychology of Political Behavior · Public Health and Migration: Access, Politics, and Human Rights · Public Health Policy in Practice · Swedish Politics and Society · Terrorism and Anti-Terrorism PRE-MEDICINE / HEALTH SCIENCE · Affective Neuroscience Lab · Neuroscience of Emotion · Developing Brain: From Infancy to Adolescence · Epidemiology: Swedish Case Studies · Immunology and Infectious Diseases · Medical Diagnostics · Medical Ethics · Medical Simulation Lab · Neurodegenerative Diseases · Precision Medicine: Tailored Treatment in Clinical Practice · Public Health Emergencies and Health-Crisis Management · Public Health Policy in Practice · Public Mental Health · Tumor Biology and Oncology PSYCHOLOGY · Affective Neuroscience Lab · Cognitive Neuroscience of Addiction · Developing Brain: From Infancy to Adolescence · Forensic Psychology · Forensic Psychology Lab · Neuroscience of Emotion · Positive Psychology · Power of the Mind: Psychology of Performance · Psychology of Emerging Adulthood · Psychology of Food: A Biopsychosocial Perspective · Psychology of Loneliness · Psychology of Political Behavior

PUBLIC HEALTH · Epidemiology: Swedish Case Studies · Human Trafficking and the Sex Trade · Medical Ethics · Public Health and Migration: Access, Politics, and Human Rights · Public Health Emergencies and Health-Crisis Management · Public Health Policy in Practice · Public Mental Health PUBLIC POLICY · Economics of Gender · Public Health and Migration: Access, Politics, and Human Rights · Public Health Policy in Practice · Smart and Sustainable Cities · Swedish Politics and Society RELIGIOUS STUDIES · World of the Vikings SOCIOLOGY · Forensic Psychology · Forensic Psychology Lab · Gender, Equality, and Sexuality in Scandinavia · Glued to the Screen: TV Shows, Norms, and Culture · Power of the Mind: Psychology of Performance · Psychology of Emerging Adulthood · Psychology of Loneliness · Psychology of Political Behavior · Public Health and Migration: Access, Politics, and Human Rights · Sex Education and Sexual Reform in Europe · Swedish Politics and Society · Transgender in Scandinavia STUDIO ART · Nordic Contemporary Art · Photo Documentary and Discovery · Scandinavian Textiles and Fashion Workshop · Ways of Seeing: Storytelling Through Photography SUSTAINABILITY · Smart and Sustainable Cities URBAN STUDIES · Smart and Sustainable Cities

See website for details on prerequisites, corequisites, and other course requirements.

Syllabi for all courses are also available online.

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DIS COPENHAGEN Course List by Academic Interest BLUE: Core Courses - your DIS signature course that includes two Study Tours

ANTHROPOLOGY · Anthropology of Food · Cultural Diversity and Integration · Danish Language and Culture, various levels · Ethics of Travel · European Urban Experience: Why Cities Matter · Gender and Sexuality in Scandinavia · Masculinities in Scandinavia · Meaning of Style · Migrants, Minorities, and Belonging in Denmark · Muslims in the West · Postcolonial Europe: Narratives, Nationalism, and Race · What’s So Funny?

ARCHITECTURE · 20th and 21st Century Danish Architecture · Adaptive Re-use in Europe: Cities and Buildings · Architecture Design Studio · Architecture Foundations Studio · Danish Design · Detailing and Sustainability in Scandinavian Architecture · Furniture Design Studio · Furniture Design Workshop · Interior Architecture Foundations Studio · Interior Architecture Studio · New Nordic Design · Sustainable by Design · Urban Design Foundations Studio · Urban Design Journal · Urban Design Studio ART HISTORY · Art in the Making · Curating in Europe · Danish Design · European Art of the 19th Century: From Classicism to Symbolism · European Art of the 20th Century: From Expressionism to Post-War Art · Garden Art in European Culture · Modern Frames: European Art and Cinema · New Nordic Design · Who’s Watching: Surveillance, Art, and Culture · Women, Art, Identity BIOLOGY · Biological Conservation and Biodiversity · Biological Conservation and Biodiversity Lab · Biology of Marine Mammals · Biology of Marine Mammals Lab · Complexity of Cancer · Epigenetics and the Impact on Health and Disease · Genomics in Clinical Practice · Gut Reaction: How Human Microbes Shape Our Lives · Human Health and Disease: A Clinical Approach · Immunology

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Medical Biotechnology and Drug Development Medical Simulation Lab Neuroimaging of the Disordered Brain Neurological Disorders and Diseases Neuroscience of Fear Polar Biology Pregnancy, Birth, and Infancy in Denmark Psychopharmacology: Substances and the Brain

BUSINESS · Behavioral Economics: European Case Studies · Business Leadership: Navigating Ethical Dilemmas · Corporate Finance: European Case Studies · Creative Industries: Business, Innovation, Politics, and Culture · Disaster Management Leadership · Entrepreneurship Practicum · European Business Strategy: Case Studies · Global Supply Change Management · Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Europe · International Marketing and Branding · Leadership Across Cultures · Sports Economics · Strategic Communication · Strategic Planning for Leaders · Strategies for Marketing in the Entertainment Industry · Sustainable Business Strategy · Sustainable Finance: The Future of Investment COMMUNICATION / MEDIA STUDIES · Designing Communication Campaigns · Digital Media in Marketing · Glued to the Screen: TV Shows, Norms, and Culture · Guilty Pleasures of Pop Culture · History of European Film · Innovation Through Design Thinking · New Media and Changing Communities · Nordic Noir: Crime Fiction, TV Series, and Film · Photojournalism · Podcast Production: The Impact of Sound · Strategic Communication · Travel Writing · Virtual Worlds and Social Media · Ways of Seeing: Storytelling Through Photography · What’s So Funny? · Who’s Watching: Surveillance, Art, and Culture COMPUTER SCIENCE · Artificial Intelligence · Artificial Neural Networks and Deep Learning · Computational Analysis of Big Data · Computer Graphics: Programming 3D Applications · Game Development Lab · Game Development: Programming and Practice

CREATIVE WRITING · Creative Nonfiction Workshop · Creative Writing · Sense of Place in European Literature, A · Travel Writing CRIMINOLOGY / LAW · Counter-Terrorism and Intelligence Analysis · Criminology and Criminal Justice in Scandinavia · Cyberwarfare · Economics of Crime · Fleeing Across Borders: International Refugee Law · Gang Crime in Scandinavia · Human Trafficking in a Global Context · Humanitarian Law and Armed Conflict · Prostitution and the Sex Trade in Europe ECONOMICS · Behavioral Economics: European Case Studies · Development Economics · Econometrics Applied: Making Data Talk · Economics of Crime · Environmental Economics · Globalization and European Economies · Health Economics and Health Policy in Europe · Sports Economics · Urban Economics EDUCATION · Child Development and Education in Scandinavia · Child Development and Education in Scandinavia Practicum · Children with Special Needs · Learning in Scandinavian Classrooms ENTREPRENEURSHIP · Creative Industries: Business, Innovation, Politics, and Culture · Entrepreneurship Practicum · Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Europe · Innovation Through Design Thinking · Investing for Impact and Change · Social Entrepreneurship ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES / SCIENCE · Anthropology of Food · Arctic Geopolitics · Arctic Glaciology · Biological Conservation and Biodiversity · Biological Conservation and Biodiversity Lab · Biology of Marine Mammals · Biology of Marine Mammals Lab · Citizen Science on Biodiversity and Climate Change · Climate Change and Radical Political Movements · Climate, Glaciers, and Human Impact · Environmental Economics · Environmental Impact of Humans · Environmental Philosophy · Environmental Policy in Practice

See website for details on prerequisites, corequisites, and other course requirements.

Syllabi for all courses are also available online.

DIS COPENHAGEN Course List by Academic Interest BLUE: Core Courses - your DIS signature course that includes two Study Tours

· Getting There: Transportation in Urban Europe · Geographic Information Systems: Applied Climate Change Cases · Ice Cores and Ice Ages · Integrated Climate Change Planning · Polar Biology · Politics and Ethics of Food · Renewable Energy Systems · Sustainable Business Strategy · Sustainable by Design · Sustainable Development in Northern Europe · Sustainable Food: Production and Consumption · Understanding Climate Change · Urban Ecology · Waste Management Systems in Europe FILM STUDIES · Future is Now: Science Fiction in Film, Literature, and Video Games · History of European Film · Modern Frames: European Art and Cinema · Nordic Noir: Crime Fiction, TV Series, and Film FINANCE · Corporate Finance: European Case Studies · Globalization and European Economies · International Financial Management · Sustainable Finance: The Future of Investment GENDER STUDIES · Feminist Activism in Denmark · Gender and Sexuality in Scandinavia · Gender Perspectives on Human Rights · History of Sexuality in Europe · Human Trafficking in a Global Context · Masculinities in Scandinavia · Meaning of Style · Philosophy of Gender · Prostitution and the Sex Trade in Europe · Psychology of Human Sexuality · Sociology of the Family · The Future is Feminine · Women and Leadership · Women, Art, Identity GEOLOGY · Arctic Glaciology · Climate, Glaciers, and Human Impact · Geographic Information Systems: Applied Climate Change Cases · Ice Cores and Ice Ages · Understanding Climate Change GRAPHIC DESIGN · Graphic Design Foundations Studio · Graphic Design Studio

HISTORY · Battlefield Europe: Military History of World War II · Conspiracy Theories and Historical Controversies · Enemy Within: Spies and Espionage in the Cold War · Ethical and Scientific Legacy of the Nazi Medical Crimes · European Storytelling: From Myth to Marvel · History of Copenhagen: Structure, Plan, Design · Holocaust and Genocide · Impact of Epidemic Disease Upon European History · Nordic Mythology · Postcolonial Europe: Narratives, Nationalism, and Race · Royalty in the Land of Equality HUMAN DEVELOPMENT · Child Development and Education in Scandinavia · Child Development and Education in Scandinavia Practicum · Children with Special Needs · Developmental Disorders · European Clinical Psychology · European Clinical Psychology Practicum · Learning in Scandinavian Classrooms · Positive Psychology · Positive Psychology Practicum: Methods and Practice · Psychology of Adolescence: A Scandinavian Perspective · Psychology of Crisis · Stolen Childhoods: Migrant and Refugee Children in Europe · Under the Influence: Alcohol, Drugs, and Young Adulthood INTERIOR DESIGN / ARCHITECTURE · 20th and 21st Century Danish Architecture · Detailing and Sustainability in Scandinavian Architecture · Furniture Design Studio · Furniture Design Workshop · Interior Architecture Foundations Studio · Interior Architecture Studio · Textile Design in Scandinavia Workshop LANGUAGE · Danish Language and Culture, various levels LEADERSHIP STUDIES · Business Leadership: Navigating Ethical Dilemmas · Disaster Management Leadership · Leadership Across Cultures · Positive Organizational Psychology · Psychology of Leadership · Strategic Planning for Leaders · Women and Leadership

LITERATURE · Concept of Evil in Contemporary Culture · European Storytelling: From Myth to Marvel · Future is Now: Science Fiction in Film, Literature, and Video Games · Hans Christian Andersen and the Danish Golden Age · Kierkegaard’s Authorship · Making of the Modern Self: Existential Philosophy · Narrative Medicine · Nordic Mythology · Nordic Noir: Crime Fiction, TV Series, and Film · Sense of Place in European Literature, A MARKETING · Designing Communication Campaigns · Digital Media in Marketing · International Marketing and Branding · Strategies for Marketing in the Entertainment Industry MUSIC · Applied Piano · Music Composition: Private Studio Instruction · Music Performance: Instrument · Music Performance: Voice · Sound Engineering and Music Production NEUROSCIENCE · Cognitive Neuroscience of Consciousness · Cognitive Neuroscience of Consciousness Lab · Cognitive Neuroscience of Creativity · Cognitive Psychology of Decision-Making Lab · Ethical Brain: Philosophy and Neuroscience · Neuroethics · Neuroimaging of the Disordered Brain · Neurological Disorders and Diseases · Neuroplasticity · Neuropsychology of Brain Injury · Neuroscience of Fear · Neuroscience of Religion and Atheism · Psychopharmacology: Substances and the Brain · Social Brain: Neuropsychology of Social Behaviors PHILOSOPHY · Climate Change and Radical Political Movements · Concept of Evil in Contemporary Culture · Environmental Philosophy · Ethical Brain: Philosophy and Neuroscience · Kierkegaard’s Authorship · Making of the Modern Self: Existential Philosophy · Neuroethics · Philosophy of Gender · Philosophy of Love · Philosophy of Mental Health · Religion in Crisis · The Good Life · Thinking Lab: From Kant and Nietzsche to Contemporary Surveillance

See website for details on prerequisites, corequisites, and other course requirements.

Syllabi for all courses are also available online.

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DIS COPENHAGEN Course List by Academic Interest BLUE: Core Courses - your DIS signature course that includes two Study Tours

POLITICAL SCIENCE / INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS · Arctic Geopolitics · Battlefield Europe: Military History of World War II · Climate Change and Radical Political Movements · Conspiracy Theories and Historical Controversies · Counter-Terrorism and Intelligence Analysis · Cultural Diversity and Integration · Cyberwarfare · Democracies at Risk in Europe · Danish Politics and Society · Enemy Within: Spies and Espionage in the Cold War · Equality in Scandinavia: Developments and Challenges of the Welfare State · European Game of Politics: Crisis and Survival · Fleeing Across Borders: International Refugee Law · Gender Perspectives on Human Rights · Humanitarian Law and Armed Conflict · Partners and Rivals: EU-U.S. Relations · Politics and Ethics of Food · Religion and Politics in Europe · Shadow Wars: Fake News and Hybrid Warfare · Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism from a European Perspective

· European Clinical Psychology Practicum · Happiness Lab: Positive Psychology · Identity Lab: Transforming Prejudice, Discrimination, and Conflict · Neuropsychology of Brain Injury · Philosophy of Mental Health · Positive Organizational Psychology · Positive Psychology · Positive Psychology Practicum: Methods and Practice · Psychology of Adolescence · Psychology of Crisis · Psychology of Eating Disorders · Psychology of Human Sexuality · Psychology of Leadership · Psychology of Peak Performance · Psychology of Time · Social Brain: Neuropsychology of Social Behaviors

PUBLIC HEALTH · Epidemiology: Danish Case Studies · Ethical and Scientific Legacy of the Nazi Medical Crimes · Health Beyond Borders · Health Economics and Health Policy in Europe PRE-MEDICINE / HEALTH SCIENCE · Health Promotion and Disease Prevention · Complexity of Cancer · Healthcare Strategies for At-Risk Populations · Epidemiology: Danish Case Studies · Healthcare Systems: A Comparative Approach · Epigenetics and the Impact on Health and Disease · Impact of Epidemic Disease Upon · Genomics in Clinical Practice European History · Gut Reaction: How Human Microbes Shape · Pregnancy, Birth, and Infancy in Denmark Our Lives · Public Mental Health · Health Beyond Borders · Stolen Childhoods: Migrant and Refugee · Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Children in Europe · Healthcare Strategies for At-Risk Populations · Healthcare Systems: A Comparative Approach PUBLIC POLICY · Human Health and Disease: A Clinical Approach · Development Economics · Immunology · Environmental Economics · Medical Biotechnology and Drug Development · Environmental Impact of Humans · Medical Ethics · Environmental Policy in Practice · Medical Simulation Lab · Equality in Scandinavia: Developments and · Narrative Medicine Challenges of the Welfare State · Neuroplasticity · Health Economics and Health Policy in Europe · Pregnancy, Birth, and Infancy in Denmark · Healthcare Strategies for At-Risk Populations · Under the Influence: Alcohol, Drugs, and Young · Healthcare Systems: A Comparative Approach Adulthood · Prostitution and the Sex Trade in Europe · Public Mental Health PSYCHOLOGY · Sustainable Development in Northern Europe · Applied Psychotherapy · Sustainable Food: Production and Consumption · Cognitive Neuroscience of Consciousness · Cognitive Neuroscience of Consciousness Lab RELIGIOUS STUDIES · Cognitive Neuroscience of Creativity · Kierkegaard’s Authorship · Cognitive Psychology of Decision-Making Lab · Neuroscience of Religion and Atheism · Cyberpsychology · Nordic Mythology · Developmental Disorders · Religion and Politics in Europe · Eco-Psychology · Religion in Crisis · European Clinical Psychology

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SOCIOLOGY · Activism: Engagement and Resistance · Criminology and Criminal Justice in Scandinavia · Cultural Diversity and Integration · Danish Politics and Society · Equality in Scandinavia: Developments and Challenges of the Welfare State · European Urban Experience: Why Cities Matter · Feminist Activism in Denmark · Gang Crime in Scandinavia · Gender and Sexuality in Scandinavia · Guilty Pleasures of Pop Culture · History of Sexuality in Europe · Identity Lab: Transforming Prejudice, Discrimination, and Conflict · Masculinities in Scandinavia · Migrants, Minorities, and Belonging in Denmark · Muslims in the West · Royalty in the Land of Equality · Sociology of the Family · The Beautiful Game: Soccer in Contemporary Society and Culture STUDIO ART · Architecture Foundations Studio · Art in the Making · Graphic Design Foundations Studio · Graphic Design Studio · Interior Architecture Foundations Studio · Photojournalism · Textile Design in Scandinavia Workshop · Urban Exploration Photography Workshop · Visual Journal · Watercolor Painting · Ways of Seeing: Storytelling Through Photography URBAN STUDIES / DESIGN · Adaptive Re-use in Europe: Cities and Buildings · European Urban Design Theories · European Urban Experience: Why Cities Matter · Getting There: Transportation in Urban Europe · History of Copenhagen: Structure, Plan, Design · Integrated Climate Change Planning · Strategies for Urban Livability · Urban Design Foundations Studio · Urban Design Journal · Urban Design Studio · Urban Ecology · Urban Economics · Urban Exploration Photography Workshop · Waste Management Systems in Europe

See website for details on prerequisites, corequisites, and other course requirements.

Syllabi for all courses are also available online.

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I’ve met professors and friends that have supported me and helped me cultivate my interests. I’ve seen countless buildings and cities older than the foundation of my country and have felt the power of the history contained in them.”

- Christian (he/him), Whitman College

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Student Life at DIS Join a welcoming and inclusive community at DIS. Make new friends and meet locals through clubs, networks, and social events. Explore the many diversity resources offered through DIS, and get guidance and support. Gain valuable life skills and build your confidence as you learn how to navigate Stockholm or Copenhagen, immerse in a new culture, and find your own favorite spots.

Diversity Resources DIS STUDENT SNAPSHOT

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UNIVERSITIES REPRESENTED

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NATIONALITIES REPRESENTED

15%

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RECEIVE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FROM DIS

DIS is strongly committed to building a community in which each student feels welcome and supported. New in Town meetups provide opportunities for you to learn about local culture while connecting with fellow DIS students.

We offer two New in Town affinity-based groups, facilitated by locals: LGBTQIA+ and Students of Color. The meetups seek to provide spaces for students to explore their identities and build community, while also gaining local insights.

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Remember, it’s your study abroad experience and no one can take away the life-changing memories and connections you make here. You belong here as much as any other student. Hold that truth within yourself.”

- Breanna (she/her), Wellesley College

Connect and reach out

Meet the locals

Engaging with fellow students, staff, and faculty outside of your classes adds a valuable dimension to your semester abroad. Connect and get useful information at the DIS Hub, and reach out to the DIS Care Team for consultation and support.

Sign up to be matched with a Visiting Host or join local communities to get to know a different culture while sharing your own.

Get involved

Gain new perspectives

Volunteer and make a positive impact through local organizations.

Join a student sports team, religious community, or club – DIS can help connect you.

Learn more about local perspectives and current affairs, or get advice from professionals at evening seminars or other tailored events.

Learn important life skills Improve your cooking game, learn how to navigate new cultural norms, and become a master commuter. Your time abroad is an excellent opportunity to acquire important life skills.

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Housing Where you live is more than just a bed – it’s a fantastic opportunity for cultural engagement.

Perhaps you want to come home to family meals, or live among other students. No matter your preference, you have the opportunity to build communities, gain important life skills, and engage locally in a meaningful way.

What to Know

FAQs

+ Your housing comes fully furnished

Q: How do I know which housing option to choose?

It depends on what your preferences are! Read more about the different DIS housing options in Stockholm and Copenhagen on DISabroad.org.

+ Meals or food stipend are included + DIS covers transportation costs between your housing and class + We personally match you with your preferenced housing options, reviewing your needs and interests to make the best possible placement

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Throughout all of my adventures abroad, there was one guiding link that shaped my experience above all else: my housing.”

-Finley (she/her), College of William and Mary

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Q: Am I guaranteed a place to live?

Yes. Q: How far is the housing from DIS? All housing is within easy commuting distance from DIS. All students should be prepared to commute up to 70 minutes. Transportation costs between your housing and class are covered by DIS. Q: How will I get around?

Stockholm and Copenhagen both have excellent public transportation systems and are also great to explore on foot. In Copenhagen, many people use bikes as their primary means of transportation.

Housing Options in Stockholm & Copenhagen Homestay Live with local hosts in their home and engage in regional culture and traditions. This is a good choice if you want to be part of a household and get an insider’s perspective on Stockholm or Copenhagen. + Live with a host that is committed to you + Enjoy your personal freedom to explore and be social + Live in a private house or apartment in the metropolitan area

Kollegium / Studentboende Live with local and international students in dorm-style residence halls. This is a good choice if you want to meet students from different educational institutions in Stockholm or Copenhagen. + Get a taste of local student life and traditions + Have the opportunity to truly live independently and learn important life skills + Share a room and participate in social events with fellow residents

Living & Learning Community Live with other DIS students in theme-based housing. This is a good choice if you want to pursue an interest alongside other like-minded students, and interact with the local community in a meaningful way. + Commit to developing and enriching the community you live in + Participate in weekly activities and uncover hidden gems in the city + Reflect on your journey and the way you see yourself

Residential Community Live with other DIS students in an apartment-style setting. This is a good choice if you want to develop important life skills as part of a close-knit community. + Live in a co-ed residence that is either dorm-style or apartments + Experience cultural differences among fellow DIS students + Contribute to a healthy living community and share responsibilities with your flatmates

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How to Apply We know that studying abroad is a big decision and we are here to guide you along every step of the way. DIS collaborates with over 200 partner institutions across the U.S. to give you a seamless experience for your ideal semester abroad.

Talk to Your School Your study abroad office and academic advisor can give you the information you need about application processes, deadlines, transfering credits, and tuition. They can also advise you on how to transfer your financial aid and talk through other scholarship opportunities.

Application Deadlines & Requirements We encourage you to apply as early as possible as DIS often reaches capacity.

Be sure to meet with your university’s study abroad advisors as internal deadlines and processes vary by institution.

Academic requirements include: + Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 + Must have completed two semesters by time of participation + Good academic and disciplinary standing at a four-year college or university in the United States or Canada

Reach Out to Us You are always welcome to get in touch with our North American Office in Minnesota. Many of us are DIS alumni, and we work closely together with fellow staff in Stockholm and Copenhagen to facilitate a smooth experience for you. We offer support in the following areas: + + + + +

Admission and registration Financial aid and scholarships Academic advising on prerequisits and course eligibility Visa and pre-departure advising Health and accomodations advising

We Are Here For You DIS North American Office Phone: (612) 361-2200 or (800) 247-3477 Email: DIS@DISabroad.org

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Don’t be afraid to ask Never be embarrassed by your financial situation. DIS is aware of low-income students’ need for scholarships, and are willing to help. I have gotten so much support since I’ve been here, and it all started with asking.”

- Melisa, Wesleyan University

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Strong partnerships DIS has been an invaluable resource and partner for CU Boulder. They consistently prioritize the students’ interests and experience above all else, and this is seen in every part of what they do. Their academic, health & safety, and student support teams are some of the best out there, making them a favorite partner in both the Education Abroad office and across various departments on campus.”

- Hannah Farrar, Program Manager & Visa Resource Coordinator Education Abroad, University of Colorado Boulder

FAQs Q: When do the semesters start and end?

The fall semester runs from mid-August to mid-December, and the spring semester runs from mid-January to mid-May. Visit the website for full semester calendar details, including Study Tour and break dates.

Q: Do I apply directly to DIS or through my home university?

The application process varies by university. Talk to your study abroad office or advisor, or fill out the form at DISabroad.org/apply to start the conversation with us.

Q: Is the application process the same for DIS Stockholm and DIS Copenhagen?

Yes! We make it easy to list programs in both locations on your application, but you will be accepted to either DIS Stockholm or DIS Copenhagen.

Q: When will I register for courses and housing?

Once you have been admitted to DIS, you can register for courses and Study Tours, housing, and more.

Q: How do I know if DIS is a good fit for me?

To be a successful applicant, you must have an academically compelling reason why DIS is a good fit for you, the self-reliance and maturity necessary to obtain the benefits and embrace the challenges of studying abroad, and a genuine interest in cultural engagement.

Q: I don’t know who to talk to about study abroad at my home university. Can you help?

Of course! Fill out the form at DISabroad.org/apply and we can help direct you to the right person.

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What is Included in Your Semester As a non-profit organization, we strive to make study abroad accessible for everyone. It is our policy to keep prices to a minimum, while incorporating several essentials into the cost. DIS and your school offer many resources to help make study abroad in Scandinavia a reality for you.

DIS grants

2.5 million USD per year in scholarships & aid

Over 50%

of all students receive financial support from DIS

Tuition & Fees DIS prides itself on comprehensive fees with no hidden costs.

Comprehensive Tuition includes: + Course instruction, materials, and books + Costs for Study Tours and Exploration Electives + Labs, Research, and Practicums + Field Studies and guest lectures for all courses + Academic administration, advising, and support Comprehensive Housing & Student Life Fee includes: + Furnished room + Meals or food stipend depending on housing + Local transportation coverage + Laundry facilities and/or allowance + Visa advice and assistance + Arrival Day pick-up and workshop + Various cultural and social events + 24-hour emergency support + Medical, accident, and liability insurance DIS Semester List Price Tuition: $21,200 USD Housing & Student Life Fee: $6,850 USD Total: $28,050 USD

Scholarships & Aid We understand that studying abroad can be an expensive endeavor, and are committed to supporting students with limited financial resources, from diverse backgrounds, and/or underrepresented populations in study abroad.

Be sure to speak with your study abroad office as financial arrangements vary widely by university.

DIS offers need-based and diversity scholarships, as well as merit scholarships. We collaborate with many regional, national, and global organizations that offer additional study abroad scholarships such as Fund for Education Abroad (FEA), Diversity Abroad, and the Gilman Scholarship.

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I hope more low-income and first-gen students will study abroad Studying abroad is something that, five years ago, I would have never thought to be possible. It feels kind of like a miracle that I have made it to this point in my life. I hope that over the years, more and more low-income and first-generation students will be able to study abroad and take part in what some consider to be one of the most important experiences of college.”

-Lizzy (she/her), Swarthmore College

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Research Tuition and Scholarships One of the biggest obstacles that people foresee to study abroad is how one will fund it. At the start of the planning process, it can seem daunting and even difficult to imagine.

However, study abroad can be pretty feasible. Look into how your school deals with tuition and if your current scholarships are still eligible to be applied abroad. For me that was a great help.”

-Rigel (she/her), University of Tulsa

FAQs Q: How do I find out what a semester at DIS will cost me?

Reach out to your study abroad office to find out what your school’s financial arrangements with DIS are.

Q: When can I apply for DIS scholarships?

You can apply for scholarships at any point during the application or registration process; even before you have been accepted to DIS. Q: How can I use my financial aid from home when studying abroad with DIS? For assistance with transferring your financial aid package, consult your study abroad office and financial aid office on campus.

Q: As an international student, can I apply for a scholarship?

Yes, international (non-U.S. citizen) students are welcome to apply for DIS scholarships.

Q: How much does DIS offer for need-based scholarships?

Need-based scholarships are awarded based on demonstrated financial need, and each student may receive up to $6,000 per semester.

Q: What is the DIS Diversity Scholarship?

The DIS Diversity Scholarship is available to students from populations traditionally underrepresented in study abroad, including those from diverse ethnic, racial, cultural, economic, religious, and sexual orientation backgrounds, as well as first-generation college students.

Q: How do the merit-based awards offered by DIS work?

DIS offers two competitive, merit-based awards. Two students are selected as the recipients of a $10,000 award each. If you are chosen as the recipient of a merit-based award, you will not qualify for need-based funding as well.

Q: Are there other study abroad scholarships I can apply for?

How does it work?

Yes, many regional, national, and global organizations offer study abroad scholarships. Consult your Study Abroad Advisor on campus, and read more on DISabroad.org/scholarships.

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