DIS Copenhagen Catalog, Fall 2017 & Spring 2018

DIS Copenhagen FALL 2017 & SPRING 2018 Architecture & Design Art & Visual Culture Biomedicine Child Development & Diversity Communication Computer Science Environmental Science of the Arctic European Politics

Furniture Design Global Economics Graphic Design History International Business Justice & Human Rights Literature Medical Practice & Policy

Neuroscience Philosophy Prostitution & the Sex Trade Psychology Public Health Sociology Sustainability Urban Studies

COPENHAGEN as your home, Europe as your classroom

Dear Student, The choice to study abroad is an important one. It certainly was for me. I studied abroad twice and both times, I was nervous about leaving my family, my friends, and my home behind.

Obviously, I was excited to study and live in a new place, but worried that moving to a different country would be too overwhelming for me. Looking back, studying abroad was the best decision I ever made. It gave me the ability to navigate other cultures and the confidence to take on the world.

My personal experience with study abroad is something I use at DIS every single day. It has given me a sense of purpose: to ensure that each DIS student has the opportunity to make the most of their study abroad experience, find new inspiration, make new discoveries, engage, and grow.

DIS is a non-profit study abroad foundation established in Denmark in 1959, with locations in Copenhagen and Stockholm. DIS provides semester, academic year, and summer programs taught in English, and offers high-impact learning experiences for upper-division undergraduate students from distinguished North American colleges and universities. The intellectually challenging curriculum is broad, cutting edge, and enriched by experiential learning components, including faculty-led study tours across Europe. The housing and extracurricular offerings provide students with opportunities for meaningful cultural engagement and personal growth.

When you walk into a DIS classroom or go on a DIS study tour, you will sense that commitment! The faculty and staff share my ambition and we take the ‘study’ in ‘study abroad’ seriously.

We will push you academically, expose you to new ideas, and challenge your perspectives on contemporary and global dilemmas. We want to support your academic aspirations and your personal goals – and spark your curiosity and love of learning.

I hope you will join us in Copenhagen and make your study abroad experience matter!

Malene Torp Executive Director

Table of Contents

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INTRODUCTION – THIS IS DIS Study Abroad at DIS Copenhagen Copenhagen As Your Home Get Started & Plan Your Semester

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BUILD YOUR CURRICULUM Academic Programs Danish Language and Culture Courses Optional Study Tours My DIS Story

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CREATE YOUR DIS EXPERIENCE Housing Options Meet the Locals DIScovery Trips My DIS Story

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CALENDAR, FEES, & APPLICATION Key Dates & Application Details DIS Semester Overview Tuition & Fees DIS Partner Institutions Study Tour Destinations Map

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COURSES Course Descriptions Course List by Discipline

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Study Abroad at DIS Copenhagen Ignite your love of learning, further your academic achievements, develop intercultural understanding, and acquire life skills essential for engaged citizenship.

Discover Europe and meet the unexpected.

Freedom of Choice

Faculty Who Teach What They Do

Pursue your academic and personal goals abroad. Build your semester by choosing a core course from 24 academic programs, and select from over 250 upper-level elective courses. Your freedom of choice extends to your housing, where you apply to living arrangements that best fit you.

DIS faculty bring real-life expertise from their field into the classroom.

Most work as professionals in the areas they teach, giving you access to resources and networks in Copenhagen and on study tour – such as researchers, health professionals, communication consultants, European politicians, innovative business leaders, cutting-edge architects and designers, entrepreneurs, ground-breaking activists, fascinating historians… and the list goes on!

Academic Excellence Academics at DIS are intellectually stimulating, with courses designed to further your knowledge within your chosen field and inspire intercultural awareness. Challenge yourself to examine issues from different perspectives, raise questions, and debate complex topics through analysis, research, and reflection. Many courses focus on contemporary burning issues; terrorism, migration, economic turmoil, climate change, human rights, and other current topics inspire discussions in the classroom.

Experiential Learning Theory-based courses with a focus on practice through hands-on learning experiences include field studies, guest lectures, flipped classrooms, practicums, real-life case studies, student research labs, simulation exercises, skill-building workshops, studios, projects with professional critiques, presentations, and showcases. In addition, you have the opportunity to pursue independent research based on your passion.

Europe as Your Classroom During the semester, you travel with your core course on two courseintegrated, faculty-led study tours. These connect you with professionals in the field, as well as locals, who add new cultural perspectives to your understanding of course topics. Core Course Week consists of a study tour in Denmark or a neighboring country, combined with a two-day seminar in Copenhagen. Your core course then travels on a Week-Long Study Tour to a relevant European destination.

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Supportive Environment DIS offers academic and student support resources that focus on you as an individual, giving you a foundation upon which to grow during your time abroad. Throughout the semester, online writing help, academic databases, and academic counselling are available to you. Outside of your academics, the DIS Care Team supports your personal well-being by providing student services to help you develop strategies to make the most of your semester.

Cultural Engagement Options Whether you live in a Homestay, take a Danish Language and Culture course, volunteer at Studenterhuset (Copenhagen’s student union), play on a local sports team, or meet your Visiting Hosts for a Danish smørrebrød lunch; your learning will take place beyond the classroom. Our goal is to help you depart from your semester having built a network and friendships.

THIS IS DIS

From Vikings to modern medicine - DIS offers you an outstanding selection of inspiring courses taught by leading experts in their fields. The vast breadth of courses reflect Europe and Scandinavia in all of its challenges, complexity, and wonder. Whether your interest lies in the roots that shaped who we are today or in the tough decisions of politics and prioritization in the ever-changing global world, academics at DIS are committed to bringing you a uniquely European perspective to your studies.

Helle Rytkønen, Ph.D. DIS Academic Director

Watch our This is DIS video to see what it’s like to study abroad at DIS! youtube.com/StudyAbroadDIS

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Copenhagen As Your Home Copenhagen is one of the most livable cities in the world, where locals enjoy a high quality of life in a vibrant capital.

Old Meets New DIS is located in the heart of medieval Copenhagen. On your way to class, you will be surrounded by a network of walking streets, canals lined with colorful facades, public gardens with castles, and spires dotting the skyline.

Yet for every cobblestoned street, there are equally beautiful, modern architecture and inventive urban spaces – well-planned bike lanes, harbor baths, skate parks, food markets, and green spaces around every corner. Each neighborhood has a different pulse, all connected by an electric stream of bikers. Regardless of the weather or season, Copenhageners can always be spotted outside, embracing every inch of their city.

At Copenhagen’s core is a combination of tradition and innovation.

The Danish capital is constantly on the cusp of new ideas, changing the global agenda for sustainability, design, architecture, food, and more. However, amidst all this progression, the locals have not forgotten their roots – and still gather to celebrate the queen’s birthday outside her palace every year.

My experiences – whether visiting local schools with my core course, listening to the sounds of Danish language float around me in a hyggelig café, playing BeanBoozled with my host sisters, or independently navigating foreign transportation systems – have worked to shape and sculpt me into the person I am today.

My abroad experiences were truly transformative and will undoubtedly impact my later life experiences in the educational, professional, and social world.

Anna Lowenstein, Skidmore College DIS Student Blogger

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Copenhagen is THE CAPITAL OF DENMARK and is the hub for...

BUSINESS

THIS IS DIS

What Makes Copenhagen a Great Place to Study Abroad?

Copenhagen aims to be THE WORLD’S FIRST CARBON-NEUTRAL CAPITAL by 2025

DESIGN

The city has over

390km / 242mi POLITICS

OF BIKE LANES

RESEARCH

Denmark’s Queen Margrethe II studied abroad 3 TIMES and speaks 6 LANGUAGES

According to reports* in 2016, the Danes are THE HAPPIEST PEOPLE living in the second most PEACEFUL NATION IN THE WORLD *Global Peace Index and UN World Happiness Report

Copenhagen is A POWERHOUSE OF GOURMET CUISINE. In the Guide Michelin 2016 THE CITY RECEIVED A TOTAL OF 20 STARS

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Get Started & Plan Your Semester You can start applying as soon as you are interested in studying with DIS – even years before you plan to go.

How will you plan your semester abroad?

Start by thinking about:

A PROGRAM CORE COURSE with two course-integrated study tours pp. 10-57

ELECTIVE COURSES and OPTIONAL STUDY TOURS pp. 80-91

Our various HOUSING options pp. 64-65

Ways to MEET AND ENGAGE with the locals pp. 66-67

DISCOVERY TRIPS that you can add over weekends and breaks pp. 68-69

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Visit DISabroad.org/apply to fill out a Get Started form and we will lead you through the best choices for you.

Build Your Curriculum Academic Programs Architecture & Design

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Art & Visual Culture

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Biomedicine

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Child Development & Diversity

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Communication

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Computer Science

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Environmental Science of the Arctic

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European Politics

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Furniture Design

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Global Economics

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Graphic Design

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History

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International Business

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Justice & Human Rights

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Literature

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Medical Practice & Policy

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Neuroscience

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Philosophy

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Prostitution & the Sex Trade

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Psychology

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Public Health

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Sociology

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Sustainability

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Urban Studies

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Danish Language and Culture Courses

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Optional Study Tours

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My DIS Story

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Architecture & Design In Scandinavia, the built environment is for people. Engage in explorations of Danish and Scandinavian design philosophies, combining strong traditions with the contemporary energy of new wave architects and designers.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

STUDENT PROFILE

·· Exploring and applying Danish and Scandinavian design philosophies and practices, expand your knowledge of design processes, giving you a competitive edge in a globalized world

Whether you are from a professional school of architecture or design, or have a liberal arts background and seek to build your foundations in architecture and design, two tracks of each core course theme ensure there is a fitting level for you.

You should be ready to fully engage in the studio discourse, prepare for individual desk critique, and invest time outside of studio hours developing projects.

·· Field studies, office visits, and introductions by studio faculty to classic and contemporary precedents serve as a fundamental basis for your own design development in studio ·· Challenging assignments addressing real sites in and around Copenhagen enhance your design skills and methods

My Architecture & Design core course is more interactive and immersive compared to my home university due to our ability to visit the architecture; we can walk through, around, touch, and analyze it. The experience here in Europe helps me question the architects’ intent while walking through the space, or clarify a technical design that would not be noticed as easily if I was looking at the structure on a two-dimensional platform.

Grace Kennedy, Middlebury College DIS Student Blogger

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CORE COURSE OPTIONS Architecture Fall/Spring, 6 Credits

Architecture Design Studio: This studio is a combination of one-on-one tutoring, discussions, and lectures in studio. Your assignments will focus on design from the context of Danish and Scandinavian building culture, and you will develop your design process and presentation skills from concept to final crits.

Architecture Foundations Studio: This studio offers you an opportunity to develop design skills, giving you a foundation in spatial design; a perfect core course if you might pursue a graduate degree in architecture.

Interior Architecture Spring Only, 6 Credits

Interior Architecture Studio: You will develop your design skills through the analysis of existing interiors and their materials, use of daylight, colors, and functional solutions, and through solving real-life spatial interior architectural problems within the Danish context. Adaptive re-use and transformation features are among the prioritized challenges in which you will engage.

Interior Architecture Foundations Studio: This studio offers you an opportunity to acquire in-depth knowledge of, and professional skills within, the interior architecture and design fields prior to pursuing a graduate degree.

Urban Design Fall/Spring, 6 Credits

Urban Design Studio: This studio is a combination of one-on-one tutoring, discussions, and lectures in studio, focusing on human scale, temporary use, design for the livable city, and landscape architecture in the urban context. Project-based assignments will be the basis for discussions, presentations, and the development of individual design skills.

Urban Design Foundations Studio: This studio offers you an opportunity to acquire in-depth knowledge of the field of urban design, and develop your creative design skills in a studio setting. Design projects will be the basis for discussions, presentations, and the development of individual design skills.

CORE COURSE STUDY TOURS AND PREREQUISITES All studios travel on interdisciplinary study tours to the following destinations:

All studios have prerequisites based on the level of the studio:

Week-Long Study Tour (Preference of): Germany-Switzerland or Finland-Sweden

Studio Courses: Enrollment at a professional school or department of architecture or design at the junior or senior level. Completion of a minimum of two spatial design studios at university level.

Core Course Week: Study tour to Western Denmark + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen (full-year students travel to Berlin in spring)

Foundation Studio Courses: Documented background in fine arts or studio art, or completion of a course in drawing at university level.

Further Investigate Adaptive Re-use Transformation is an integral component of design practice in Europe. In Adaptive Re-use in Europe: Cities and Buildings, explore the design challenges of converting old buildings and urban areas to suit contemporary purposes, and learn what is at stake when adapting built heritage at all scales.

Related Electives ·· 20th and 21st Century Danish Architecture ·· Adaptive Re-use in Europe: Cities and Buildings ·· Architecture as Resistance ·· Danish Design ·· Detailing and Sustainability in Scandinavian Architecture ·· European Urban Design Theories ·· Furniture Design Workshop ·· Innovation Through Design Thinking ·· New Nordic Design ·· Strategies for Urban Livability ·· Sustainable by Design ·· Textile Design in Scandinavia Workshop ·· Urban Design Journal ·· Urban Exploration Photography Workshop ·· Visual Journal ·· Watercolor Painting See pp. 80-91 to read the full course list of over 250 electives!

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Art & Visual Culture From the great auteurs in European filmmaking to the provocateurs of the contemporary art scene, capture the ideas of intellectual and aesthetic movements across time. In this program, you will discover visual culture and artistic expression in Nordic and European settings.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

STUDENT PROFILE

·· Meet with Danish and European directors and artists to critically discuss the roles of art and cinema in Europe

This program is right for you if you study art history, fine arts, film studies, or media studies.

·· Travel with classmates and DIS faculty on course-integrated study tours to identify subversive artistic expression in post-communist Europe ·· Develop and strengthen your ability to analyze specific works and evaluate how artists are expanding the traditional use of media

One of the great things about my core course is how the professors analyze the art and film in the context of social issues that are especially relevant to Europe and Denmark today. One of our field studies was to Denmark’s Fotografisk Center to view the exhibition ‘End of Dreams,’ a multi-media installation depicting the dangerous route over the Mediterranean taken by the refugees… In this class, we are challenged to think about how (if at all) art and film can transcend their place in museums or theaters to our everyday realities.

Winnie Shao, Brown University DIS student

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CORE COURSE

Modern Frames: European Art and Cinema Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

This course examines artistic expressions in European film and visual arts. What role do independent film and art movements play in 20th and 21st century Europe? How are aesthetics influenced by the changing political landscape? We will do a case study of subversive art in Europe and meet with Danish directors to discuss film.

Week-Long Study Tour: Prague-Vienna Core Course Week: Study tour to Western Denmark + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen

Related Electives

Get Involved at DIS Join the DIS Film Club, a social and academic community where faculty and students from DIS and the University of Copenhagen meet to discuss art cinema and the European film scene.

Dig into Art History and Gender Studies Travel back to the 19th century up to today with Women, Art, Identity, to understand how female artists have affected modern and contemporary culture in Europe through the times.

From the period of impressionism to the works of Gerda Wegener, to today’s Marina Abramovic, there is so much to explore and discuss when critically evaluating art through the lens of gender and identity.

·· Ancient Art and Archaeology ·· Art in the Making ·· Contemporary European Film: The Individual and Society ·· European Art of the 19th Century: From Classicism to Symbolism ·· European Art of the 20th Century: From Expressionism to Post-War Art ·· European Documentary Film ·· Garden Art in European Culture ·· Glued to the Set: TV Shows, Norms, and Culture ·· History of European Film ·· Impressionism in Paris ·· Nordic Noir ·· Scandinavian Moods in Cinema ·· Ways of Seeing: Storytelling Through Photography ·· Who’s Watching: Surveillance, Art, and Culture ·· Women, Art, Identity See pp. 80-91 to read the full course list of over 250 electives!

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Biomedicine Experience the dynamics of drug discovery and development, learn biotechnology-based methods for disease treatment, and widen your perspective on the relationship between academia and the biotech industry.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

STUDENT PROFILE

·· Get hands-on experience through the Drug Development Project by interviewing and researching a Scandinavian biomedical company about their products and technology

The program is right for you if you study biology, biochemistry, health science, or a similar discipline, and wish to acquire skills for a future career in the health professions or a graduate degree.

·· Gain insight into world-leading biotechnology research and development while on faculty-led study tours ·· Visit leading biotechnology companies and research institutions to learn about new-generation biopharmaceuticals Through industrial and academic settings, I’ve gained great insight into a future in biopharmaceuticals. With meetings ranging from places such as Novo Nordisk to the Centre for Medical Parasitology, we were able to develop and hone individual interests in grouporiented environments. The information we learned in class on research and drug development was transformed into real life scenarios and laboratory work with each company visited.

Lindsey Gieger, Gettysburg College DIS student

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CORE COURSE

Medical Biotechnology and Drug Development Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

You will explore the impact that biotechnology has on medicine including vaccines, the use of antibodies as drugs, stem cells, and the impact of genomics on drug discovery. By delving into Danish and European pharmaceutical and biotech research case studies, you will also gain first-hand insight into the drug discovery and development process.

Week-Long Study Tour: Edinburgh (Fall) or London (Spring) Core Course Week: Study tour to Western Denmark + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen Prerequisites: One year of biology and one year of chemistry at university level.

Why Study Biomedicine in Denmark? ·· Denmark is known globally for innovative thinking in drug development and discovery, and has continuously produced high quality medical research ·· The greater Copenhagen area is part of Medicon Valley, a competitive life science cluster that attracts many successful companies to the region

Study Diabetes Research Diabetes is one of the fastest growing global diseases, and Denmark is home to Novo Nordisk – the world’s biggest producer of insulin. Gain insight into the disease through studying advances in diabetic research, technologies, and treatments by taking Diabetes: Diagnoses and Diseases.

·· There is a dynamic environment rich in innovation, and a tradition for knowledge sharing between companies, hospitals, universities, and public research institutions

Related Electives ·· Cell Factories: Design, Engineering, and Analysis ·· Complexity of Cancer ·· Diabetes: Diagnoses and Diseases ·· Epidemiology: Danish Case Studies ·· Epidemiology: Register-based Research Project ·· Epigenetics and the Environment ·· Exercise Physiology ·· Immunology ·· Medical Ethics ·· Medical Exploration of HIV /AIDS ·· Neuroimaging of the Diseased Brain ·· Neurological Disorders and Diseases ·· Neuroscience of Fear ·· Neuroscience Methodology: A Cellular Approach to Cognition ·· Science and Health Think Tank ·· Science Research Practicum See pp. 80-91 to read the full course list of over 250 electives!

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Child Development & Diversity The Scandinavian model for education is consistently at the forefront of Europe, sparking investigations into parenting, childcare, and culture. Through reflection of current issues and first-hand experience, gain insight into child development and education.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

STUDENT PROFILE

·· Delve into a cross-cultural approach to childhood and adolescence and reflect on the unique Nordic pedagogy of ‘the good childhood’

This program is right for you if you study child development, education, social policy, human development, family studies, anthropology, or sociology, and want to enhance your intercultural awareness and explore international theories and practices within the discipline of child and adolescent development.

·· Travel with your classmates and DIS faculty on course-integrated study tours to explore cross-cultural European educational methods by visiting practitioners, researchers, and childcare and youth institutions ·· In your weekly practicum, you will develop interpersonal competencies by actively engaging at a Danish childcare institution, public school, or high school

I plan on becoming an elementary school teacher, so for my practicum, it has been ideal to be in a primary school with students grades 0-9. I am able to observe a classroom environment unique to Danish schools, participate in activities led by the teachers, and even lead my own activities with the classes...

I think it’s rare for a study abroad institution to offer such a wide range of experiential learning sites the way DIS does, and I know my experience in Denmark would not be the same without my practicum.

Eden Weinflash, Lehigh University DIS Student Blogger

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CORE COURSE OPTIONS Child Development in Scandinavia + Practicum Fall/Spring, 6 Credits (3-Credit Course + 3-Credit Practicum)

Within the framework of Nordic pedagogy, this course investigates early education and analyzes the discourse surrounding the quality of life for children.

Week-Long Study Tour: Finland Core Course Week: Study tour to Western Denmark + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen Corequisite: Child Development in Scandinavia Practicum

Children and Youth in Europe + Practicum Fall/Spring, 6 Credits (3-Credit Course + 3-Credit Practicum)

Exploring the transition from childhood to youth, you will investigate themes of identity and marginalization in Europe with a focus on intersections between socio-economic status, gender, ethnicity, and ability.

Week-Long Study Tour: Poland Core Course Week: Study tour to Western Denmark + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen Corequisite: Children and Youth in Europe Practicum

Children in a Multicultural Context + Practicum Fall/Spring, 6 Credits (3-Credit Course + 3-Credit Practicum)

Examine the practices and perspectives on multiculturalism, education, and innovative ways of working with children in Danish culture, pedagogy, and social policy.

Week-Long Study Tour: England or Greece Core Course Week: Study tour to Western Denmark + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen Corequisite: Children in a Multicultural Context Practicum

Related Electives

A Danish Course Created Just for You Depending on their age, the children at your practicum site may only understand limited English.

Learn key Danish phrases and words useful for the classroom in Danish Language and Culture for Child Development & Diversity Students.

You will find that your knowledge of the language can take your engagement and interaction far!

·· Danish Language and Culture for Child Development & Diversity Students ·· Danish Politics and Society ·· Developmental Disorders ·· Families Without Borders: From Adoptions to Transnational Desires ·· Gender and Sexuality in Scandinavia ·· Gender Perspectives on Human Rights ·· History of Sexuality in Europe ·· Learning in Scandinavian Classrooms ·· Pregnancy, Birth, and Infancy in Denmark ·· Psychology of Adolescence: A Scandinavian Perspective ·· Sociology of the Family ·· Stolen Childhoods: Migrant and Refugee Children in Europe See pp. 80-91 to read the full course list of over 250 electives!

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Communication Place yourself in the center of the European communication landscape to develop your intercultural communication skills, hone your critical media literacy, or gain an understanding of new media trends and public relations dilemmas in Europe.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

STUDENT PROFILE

·· Engage in discussions with people from other cultural and communicative backgrounds, and with leading experts from Danish media, business, and government during guest lectures and field studies

This program is right for you if you study communication, media studies, public relations, journalism, marketing, political science, anthropology, or related disciplines.

·· Travel in Europe on course-integrated study tours with your classmates and DIS faculty to explore current media and communication trends and challenges ·· Collaborate with Danes and fellow students in the production of video projects, communication campaigns, photo essays, and other media projects

While on study tour to London, the speaker at Wimbledon told us that each summer they sell strawberries by the thousands at a loss because the strawberries are a symbol of the organization’s value for tradition, and not meant for profit. Many of the decisions they make as a brand revolve much more around their image and reputation than they do around revenue... Visiting local advertising and media companies in Copenhagen and London has showed me how greatly communications strategies can differ based on cultural norms and values.

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CORE COURSE OPTIONS Cross-Cultural Communication Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

How do we communicate and collaborate in a global age? In this course, you will explore theories of communication across cultural divides while putting them into practice during field studies, workshops, and collaborative projects with Danish partners.

Week-Long Study Tour: Belfast-Dublin Core Course Week: Study tour to Southern Sweden + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen

New Media and Changing Communities Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

How does new media facilitate or challenge collaboration, community building, and future scenarios? Using European theories of communication and hands-on activities, examine the kinds of community and collaboration that are thriving due to online culture.

Week-Long Study Tour: Dublin Core Course Week: Study tour to Southern Sweden + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen

Strategic Communication Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

Learn to examine communication trends in the European corporate landscape. You will work with comparative case studies and meet experts in Denmark and the UK to gain first-hand knowledge of how professionals work in a European context.

Week-Long Study Tour: London Core Course Week: Study tour to Western Denmark + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen

Related Electives ·· Changing the News: Constructive Journalism ·· Communication Practicum ·· Consumer Behavior and Marketing Research

Watch a student-made video about the Strategic Communication core course! youtube.com/StudyAbroadDIS

Collaborate With a Danish Organization Build your resume and gain hands-on experience in the field of communication in Denmark!

By taking the Communication Practicum, you will get the rare opportunity to apply your knowledge and skills by investigating a professional organization in Copenhagen.

·· Designing Communication Campaigns ·· Glued to the Set: TV Shows, Norms, and Culture ·· International Advertising in a European Context ·· International Marketing and Branding ·· International Reporting: Denmark as Your Beat ·· Meaning of Style ·· Photojournalism ·· Rhetoric of Gaming and its Cultural Impact ·· Thinking Lab, The: From Kant and Nietzsche to Surveillance After 9/11 ·· Virtual Worlds and Social Media ·· What’s So Funny? ·· Words that Work See pp. 80-91 to read the full course list of over 250 electives!

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Computer Science Computer game development is a booming multi-billion dollar industry.

With its flourishing independent gaming culture and public funds for game developers, Denmark is a unique place to study this subfield of computer science.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

STUDENT PROFILE

·· You will design, develop, and test a beta version of a 2D or 3D game individually or in small groups

This program is right for you if you are interested in computer science or math and want to gain experience in applying programming skills to the creation of games.

·· Gain inspiration and build a professional network in the gaming industry by visiting start-ups and established firms on faculty-led study tours in Denmark and Germany ·· Immerse yourself in the Danish indie gaming community, meet with European peers and experts, and participate in game jams, hackathons, and more

Core Course Week was incredibly valuable in developing my computer skills and immersing myself in Danish culture.

Vallekilde Højskole hosted our game jam, where we developed a video game. Working as a team, bouncing ideas off of our classmates, as well as with the Danes, made the final result unbelievably satisfying. Beyond the time spent working, spending time with Danish students was probably my favorite part of the study tour. Hearing their perspectives on everything from computer science to the education system to cultural differences, I thoroughly enjoyed my time at the højskole.

Grant McClure, Davidson College DIS student

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CORE COURSE

Game Development: Programming and Practice + Lab Fall/Spring, 6 Credits (3-Credit Course + 3-Credit Lab)

This core course and lab offer you a practical and conceptual introduction to game design and development.

The juxtaposition between theory and practice is a cornerstone of the course, offering ample opportunities to try out concepts and theories.

Week-Long Study Tour: Germany Core Course Week: Study tour to Western Denmark + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen Prerequisites: One year of computer science and one semester of calculus at university level. You must have experience with algorithms, operating system design, and programming language such as Java, C#, Scala, C, C++, Python, or JavaScript.

Corequisite: Game Development Lab

Why Study Computer Science in Denmark? ·· Denmark has fostered a number of famous computer scientists, such as the inventor of the C++ programming language and the author of the V8 JavaScript engine used in Google Chrome ·· There is a range of innovative game companies, including IO Interactive (the Hitman series), Playdead (Limbo), Kiloo (Subway Surfers), and the indie game company Knapnok Games (Affordable Space Adventures), in addition to the small, enthusiastic independent game developers eager to make the next big hit ·· Denmark is home to the largest game jam in the world, the Nordic Game Jam ·· There is a strong tradition for entrepreneurship using IT, where many successful and internationally used applications have been created, such as Skype, Endomondo, and Podio

Problem Solve with AI Artificial Intelligence (AI) is in driverless cars, intelligent refrigerators that alert you when you are out of milk, voice recognition software, in robots, and more. By enrolling in this elective course, you will study probabilistic models in AI, heuristic search, machine learning (including neural networks), algorithms, clustering, and the ethical and philosophical issues of AI.

Related Electives ·· Artificial Intelligence ·· Computational Analysis of Big Data ·· Creative Industries: Business, Innovation, Politics, and Culture ·· Innovation Through Design Thinking ·· Online Surveillance, Privacy, and Cybersecurity ·· Rhetoric of Gaming and its Cultural Impact ·· Virtual Selves: Psychology and Emerging Technology ·· Virtual Worlds and Social Media See pp. 80-91 to read the full course list of over 250 electives!

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Environmental Science of the Arctic Explore climate change theory and other environmental issues through the lens of climate history in the Arctic, and examine the evidence on your study tour to Iceland, Greenland, or Norway.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

STUDENT PROFILE

·· Use unique geological locations in the region to discuss topics in geology, climate research, ecosystems, and the environment

This program is right for you if you study biology, chemistry, earth sciences, environmental science, or geology. You should be interested in the hard science behind climate change and combining fieldwork with research in class.

·· Join your DIS faculty on a course-integrated study tour to glaciers of Iceland, the ice sheet of Greenland, or the tundra of Norway ·· Learn from leading researchers in climate change and specialists from the world-renowned Center for Ice and Climate at the Niels Bohr Institute

I can’t help but wonder what it will be like to tell my grandchildren one day about my Icelandic experiences… that such a crucial part of our global landscapes will just be gone. Seeing these gigantic chunks of ice floating away into the ocean was both breathtaking and emotional… and I can now better fathom the impact that society is having on our environment.

Kirsten Walsh, Dickinson College DIS Student Blogger

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CORE COURSE OPTIONS Glaciers and Human Impact: Icelandic Climate Change Case Study Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

This course focuses on the natural science and societal aspects of climate change with a case study from historic times. Take a journey from ancient times to the present through periods when the climate was strikingly different from today and examine the mechanisms and feedback governing the climate system.

Week-Long Study Tour: Iceland Core Course Week: Study tour to Eastern Denmark + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen Prerequisites: One semester of environmental or earth science at university level.

One year of physics or chemistry at university level is highly recommended.

Ice Cores and Ice Ages: Greenlandic Climate Change Case Study Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

This course focuses on the natural science aspects of climate change during the prehistoric time with focus on the glacial and the deglaciation. You will examine climate mitigation and adaptation strategies through the study of past climate developments, especially throughout previous ice ages.

Week-Long Study Tour: Greenland Core Course Week: Study tour to Eastern Denmark + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen Prerequisites: One semester of environmental science or earth science at university level.

One year of physics or chemistry at university level is highly recommended.

Polar Biology Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

In this course, you will gain an understanding of biology of the polar areas, with a special emphasis on the Northern Hemisphere. You will further understand how organisms of the polar regions are evolutionarily adapted to cold terrestrial or marine habitats with strong seasonality.

Week-Long Study Tour: Norway Core Course Week: Study tour to Western Denmark + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen Prerequisites: One semester of environmental or earth science at university level. One semester of biology or ecology is highly recommended.

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Learn About GIS Denmark has over 7,000 km of coastline, and municipalities have turned to GIS analysis to prepare climate adaption strategies.

Build your skillset with Geographic Information Systems: Applied Climate Change Cases, and learn the basics of GIS in a computer lab and how to apply GIS applications to data sets.

·· Applied Life Cycle Assessment ·· Arctic Geopolitics ·· Arctic Glaciology ·· Biological Conversation and Biodiversity (and optional Lab) ·· Biology of Marine Mammals (and optional Lab) ·· Environmental Impact of Humans ·· Environmental Philosophy ·· Environmental Policy in Practice ·· Geographic Information Systems: Applied Climate Change Cases ·· History of Polar Discovery ·· Integrated Climate Change Planning ·· Renewable Energy Systems ·· Waste Management Systems in Europe See pp. 80-91 to read the full course list of over 250 electives!

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European Politics Explore Europe’s current challenges by analyzing the ramifications of the building pressure on the European Union, or focusing on the concept of terrorism and its consequences.

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·· Build hands-on knowledge by negotiating politics as a European diplomat in a simulation game, or visiting sites of recent terrorist attacks to reflect on causes of terrorism and anti-terrorist tactics alike

This program is right for you if you study political science, international relations, government, or you are interested in the European challenge of terrorism.

·· Bring theory to life by traveling on course-integrated study tours and meet actors that define the face of Europe, such as politicians, lobbyists, NGOs, think tanks, journalists, and researchers ·· Gain an insider’s perspective on local politics during field studies such as visiting the Danish Foreign Ministry and Parliament, or by debating burning issues with former extremists and current activists

My core course, European Game of Politics, gave me a chance to experience the heart of European institutions through interactive and hands-on learning; we didn’t just read about the European Union, we lived it. As an American political science student, it is so important to learn about our largest ally, and I can’t imagine a better way to do so than on-site and with key actors.

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CORE COURSE OPTIONS The European Game of Politics: Crisis and Survival Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

You will gain a deeper understanding of the political and institutional fabric of the EU, including historical development, governing institutions, political processes, major policies, and “how to play the game.”

Week-Long Study Tour: Brussels-The Hague Core Course Week: Study tour to Southern Denmark-Northern Germany + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen Prerequisites: Two semesters of political science at university level, with at least one focusing on either international relations or comparative politics.

Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism from a European Perspective Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

This course is a study of terrorism and its challenges to liberal democracies and international politics. You will analyze its causes, aims, and forms, as well as counter-terrorism strategies.

Week-Long Study Tour: London-Oslo Core Course Week: Study tour to Northern Germany + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen

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Burning Issues in Immigration Policy Immigration of Muslims to Europe is a burning issue that has challenged the connection between religion, society, and territories.

The Globalized Islam and Sharia Law course will consider how transnational organizations in Europe like Muslim Brotherhood, Islamic State, and al-Qaida encourage a universal religious identity.

It transcends – and sometimes stands in opposition to – the very notions of national identity, and what ideologies and dreams of the Islamic caliphate inspire radical young European Muslims to join the jihad in increasing numbers.

·· Al-Qaida, ISIS, and Intelligence Analysis ·· Arctic Geopolitics ·· Battlefield Europe ·· Conspiracy Theories and Historical Controversies ·· Danish Politics and Society ·· Enemy Within, The: Spies and Espionage in the Cold War ·· Environmental Policy in Practice ·· Equality in Scandinavia: Developments and Challenges of the Welfare State ·· Fleeing Across Borders: International Refugee Law ·· Globalized Islam and Sharia Law ·· Online Surveillance, Privacy, and Cybersecurity ·· Partners and Rivals: EU-U.S. Relations ·· Putin’s Russia ·· Religion and Politics in Europe ·· Wider European Security: Norms, Institutions, and Power See pp. 80-91 to read the full course list of over 250 electives!

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Furniture Design Scandinavian furniture design has a deep history of considering people, culture, and society. The course will explore these relationships and develop your individual design capabilities through studio assignments, lectures, field studies, and workshop activities.

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·· Study the Danish furniture tradition, as well as the contemporary New Nordic evolution, and engage with Danish design

This program is right for you if you are from a professional school or department of architecture or design and wish to fully engage in the studio discourse and workshop activity, and invest time outside of studio hours developing projects. Prior experience with stationary power tools and hand tools is required.

·· Develop your design abilities through project-based design assignments in studio where you will utilize the DIS wood workshop to produce your own furniture prototypes ·· Go on a faculty-led study tour to Sweden and Finland and witness first-hand the Scandinavian design culture and history from the 20th and 21st centuries

The learning experience in the Furniture Design Studio was supportive, nurturing, and geared toward individual improvement.

We learned from experts in the field of furniture design who offered their knowledge, which was a benefit for us as students.

It is a very fulfilling experience to build a product of your own design and to see the idea become a reality in such a short time.

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Furniture Design Studio Fall/Spring, 6 Credits

This intense studio trains you in the design process of furniture prototypes. You will work with conceptual development and production of working drawings, and build prototypes of furniture in part or full.

Week-Long Study Tour: Finland-Sweden Core Course Week: Study tour to Western Denmark + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen Prerequisites: Enrollment at a professional school of architecture or design at the junior or senior level.

Prior experience with stationary power tools and hand tools is required.

Delve into Danish and Nordic Design In Danish Design, you will discover and challenge how aesthetics in Danish design are most often situated in deeper social, environmental, and economic concerns; strengthen your observational and critical skills by participating in field studies, lectures, symposia, exams; and craft an analytical design notebook.

In New Nordic Design, you will focus on architecture and design at all scales – from service design, product design, furniture and fashion, to architecture, urban design, and infrastructure design.

The course relates to local Finnish, Swedish, Norwegian, Icelandic, and Danish traditions and cultures.

Related Electives ·· 20th and 21st Century Danish Architecture ·· Architecture as Resistance ·· Art in the Making ·· Danish Design ·· Innovation Through Design Thinking ·· New Nordic Design ·· Sustainable by Design ·· Textile Design in Scandinavia Workshop ·· Visual Journal ·· Watercolor Painting See pp. 80-91 to read the full course list of over 250 electives!

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Global Economics Explore globalization and its impact on European economics. Critically examine and apply leading theories of international trade, capital, finance, and development to case studies throughout the region and beyond.

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·· Discover how traditional economic models are challenged by today’s turbulent economic realities

This program is right for you if you study economics or finance, are interested in how globalization impacts European economies, or are planning a career in government or the financial sector.

·· Visit local institutions such as think tanks, consulting firms, banks, and labor unions on field studies, where you will meet with professional economists and gain an understanding of the vast range of careers you can pursue ·· Travel with DIS faculty on course-integrated study tours that give you first-hand insight into the larger economic, political, and cultural landscapes of Denmark, the European Union, and neighboring countries

Russia is not like the rest of the world, or at least any country I’ve visited or had an opportunity to study... I have learned so much more about Russia and the Russian economy than I ever thought I would. On study tour, we visited the Delegation of the European Union to Russia, the Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation, and the Royal Danish Embassy… giving us once in a lifetime opportunities to have discussions with officials and diplomats we otherwise would not have access to.

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Globalization and European Economies Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

You will explore globalization and its impact on trade, capital, culture, and politics around the world. A particular focus will be on European economies and challenges faced by the EU and its neighbors. You will gain deeper knowledge of theories within the field, and go on to apply and challenge economic thinking through discussions, field studies, and study tours.

Week-Long Study Tour (Preference of): Brussels-Paris or Moscow Core Course Week: Study tour to Western Denmark + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen Prerequisites: One course each in macro- and microeconomics, and one course in either intermediate or advanced macroeconomics, all at university level.

Pitch to the Professionals Learn how best to articulate your leadership skills by attending the Meet the Professionals Workshop!

Engage with a panel of personal branding experts, recruiters, and finance professionals to receive feedback on your ability to articulate your study abroad experience at a job interview.

Related Electives

Discover the Economics of Sports The sports industry has grown to be one of the largest in modern society.

Take Sports Economics and size up the economic impact of sports on society. From insight into marketing and sales, tourism and events, management, ownership, sponsorship and more – you will investigate the industry at large.

·· Behavioral Economics: European Case Studies ·· Corporate Finance: European Case Studies ·· Development Economics ·· Economics of Crime ·· Environmental Economics ·· Equality in Scandinavia: Developments and Challenges of the Welfare State ·· Financial and Business Ethics ·· Health Economics and Health Policy in Europe ·· International Financial Management ·· International Mergers and Acquisitions ·· Sports Economics ·· Urban Economics See pp. 80-91 to read the full course list of over 250 electives!

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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.

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STUDENT PROFILE

·· Obtain hands-on graphic design experience by producing visual identity projects from initial analysis to final presentation, with a strong focus on creativity and methodology along with cultural and contextual understanding

Whether you are from a professional school of design or a liberal arts background and seek to build your foundations in design, two tracks ensure there is a level that is right for you. You should be ready to fully engage in the studio discourse, prepare for individual desk critique, and invest time outside of studio hours developing projects.

·· Meet experts in the industry and get introduced to classic and contemporary graphic design by studio faculty, and attain a strong basis for your own design development ·· Gain a competitive edge in a globalized world by exploring and applying Danish and Scandinavian design philosophies and practices that will expand your knowledge of design processes

We’re using the ‘How Might We’ design model that consists of four parts: Discover, Define, Develop, Deliver. Prior to DIS, I had never quite considered the steps to my process to be as important as the end result.

This approach has made me more aware of my thought processes as I work on a project and how developing a concept and conducting adequate research build a strong foundation for good design.

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CORE COURSE OPTIONS Graphic Design Studio Fall/Spring, 6 Credits

In this studio, you will develop your design skills through project-based assignments in visual identity, branding, and communication across all platforms. Exploration and analysis of Scandinavian and European graphic case studies will give your individual design capabilities a competitive edge.

Week-Long Study Tour: Netherlands Core Course Week: Study tour to Western Denmark + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen Prerequisites: Enrollment at a professional school or department of architecture or graphic design at the junior or senior level. Completion of a minimum of two graphic design/drawing studios at university level. Experience in one or more programs in Adobe Suite.

Graphic Design Foundations Studio Fall/Spring, 6 Credits

This studio offers you an opportunity to acquire in-depth knowledge of, and professional skills within the field of graphic design. You will learn the skills needed to build a creative portfolio, and gain insight into Danish design culture.

Week-Long Study Tour: Netherlands Core Course Week: Study tour to Western Denmark + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen Prerequisites: Documented background in fine arts or studio art, or completion of a course in drawing at university level. Basic knowledge of one or more programs in Adobe Suite is beneficial.

Related Electives ·· Art in the Making ·· Creative Industries: Business, Innovation, Politics, and Culture ·· Danish Design ·· Innovation Through Design Thinking ·· International Advertising in a European Context ·· New Nordic Design ·· Photojournalism ·· Textile Design in Scandinavia Workshop ·· Urban Exploration Photography Workshop ·· Virtual Worlds and Social Media ·· Visual Storytelling: Documenting the Intercultural Experience ·· Visual Journal ·· Watercolor Painting ·· Ways of Seeing: Storytelling through Photography See pp. 80-91 to read the full course list of over 250 electives!

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History Europe is the cradle of liberal democracy, civil rights, Western culture, and secular civilization, yet also shaped by colonialist expansion, social engineering, and brutal tyrannies. In this program, you will traverse the ambiguities of European history.

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STUDENT PROFILE

·· Unfold the competing narratives of Europe through a study of contemporary discourses in memory studies and the field of history

This program is right for you if you study history or want to understand the interplay between Europe’s past and current European identities.

·· Embark on a journey into European intellectual, artistic, religious, political, economic, social, technological, and military history ·· Travel with your classmates and DIS faculty on course-integrated study tours to experience history at the very sites where significant events took place

Studying European history in Europe puts you face to face with the people who lived through major events in modern history. Whether in Copenhagen, Berlin, or Warsaw, we learned to look at history from different perspectives and to question everything. In class and on our study tours, we analyze different decades of modern history and look at how art, culture, and the writing of history itself affects how history is told.

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Competing Narratives: Modern European History Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

Study how selective ways of remembering Europe’s past have shaped collective and individual identities.

This course examines the complex web of competing historical narratives, studying concepts and discourses in the contemporary field of history and memory studies.

Week-Long Study Tour: Berlin-Warsaw Core Course Week: Study tour to Northern Germany-Western Denmark + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen

Discover Copenhagen’s Urban History Why does Copenhagen look the way it does?

Find out by taking History of Copenhagen: Structure, Plan, Design where you will study how Copenhagen’s urban structure has evolved over the centuries in response to ever-changing needs and ideas. By the end of the semester, you will be able to decode a city’s history with map analysis and by making informed observations!

Related Electives ·· 20th Century European History ·· Auschwitz: From Genocide to Memorial ·· Battlefield Europe: Military History of World War II ·· Betrayal of Civilization: Jewish History from the Enlightenment to the Shoah ·· Classical and Renaissance Rome ·· Conspiracy Theories and Historical Controversies ·· Cultural History of Travel ·· Enemy Within, The: Spies and Espionage in the Cold War ·· History of Copenhagen: Structure, Plan, Design ·· Holocaust and Genocide ·· Iceland: Vikings and Sagas ·· Impact of Epidemic Disease Upon European History, The ·· Putin’s Russia ·· Royalty in the Land of Equality See pp. 80-91 to read the full course list of over 250 electives!

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International Business Whether you dream of building your career in the corporate world or becoming an entrepreneur, expand your knowledge and ability to analyze how European businesses operate.

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STUDENT PROFILE

·· Boost your resume by consulting with businesses and presenting solutions on real-life cases or developing a start-up project and pitching it to professionals

This program is right for you if you are a student in business, economics, finance, marketing, management, or related disciplines, with a strong interest in acquiring business knowledge and skills from an international perspective.

·· Travel with DIS faculty on course-integrated study tours and meet with leaders and decision makers in key business clusters or start-ups, using their insights to build your projects and for practical assignments ·· Learn how to best articulate your enhanced cross-cultural leadership skills with DIS career workshops on international internships, resume building, and interviewing skills, as well as network with local professionals at DIS Career Night

The Entrepreneurship Practicum gives us an opportunity to fail; you don’t think about it, but it takes dozens of failed ideas in brainstorming before you arrive at a solid basis. For our semester-long project of engaging with Danish start-up companies, I have been challenged to make connections in Copenhagen with contacts and potential customers, and have realized the necessity of staying motivated to really bring an idea to life. I love getting to collaborate with individuals in the organization and find inspiration from full-time entrepreneurs in Copenhagen and Europe.

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CORE COURSE OPTIONS Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Europe Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

This course emphasizes innovative entrepreneurial action. The aim of the course is twofold: You will gain an understanding of innovation in various settings, particularly looking at new business models and emerging technologies. You will then work on a start-up project and learn to apply an entrepreneurial method based on fast iterations, structured customer engagement, prototyping, and pitching to investors.

Week-Long Study Tour: Dublin Core Course Week: Study tour to Southern Sweden + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen Note: This course is cross-disciplinary, and you must be prepared to engage and take ownership of start-up projects.

Recommendation: Entrepreneurship Practicum

European Business Strategy: Case Studies Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

Through business visits, case studies, and lectures, you will come to understand the European business environment and how it differs from the U.S. You will learn how companies are impacted by local business environments – a key skill in international business. A major element of the course is working with a business on a sponsored project and presenting a solution to the company at the end of the semester.

Week-Long Study Tour (Preference of): Berlin-Prague or London or Helsinki-Riga Core Course Week: Study tour to Western Denmark + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen Prerequisites: A microeconomics course, and either a macroeconomics or business course at university level.

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Engage in Marketing Research Take Consumer Behavior and Marketing Research to investigate how social norms and cultural differences affect various aspects of consumer behavior. From a marketing perspective and through research, you will examine topics such as information processing, the psychology of pricing, and the use of data analytics to predict future consumer behavior.

·· Applied Life Cycle Assessment ·· Behavioral Economics: European Case Studies ·· Business Strategies in the Transition Toward a Sustainable Economy ·· Consumer Behavior and Marketing Research ·· Corporate Finance: European Case Studies ·· Creative Industries: Business, Innovation, Politics, and Culture ·· Entrepreneurship Practicum ·· Financial and Business Ethics ·· Innovation Through Design Thinking ·· International Advertising in a European Context ·· International Business Negotiations ·· International Financial Management ·· International Marketing and Branding ·· International Mergers and Acquisitions ·· Leadership Across Cultures ·· Sports Economics ·· Strategic Planning for Leaders ·· Women and Leadership See pp. 80-91 to read the full course list of over 250 electives!

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Justice & Human Rights Enhance your knowledge of international law and human rights by analyzing the legal aspects and political context behind major modern conflicts and human rights violations in Europe.

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STUDENT PROFILE

·· Build analytical skills focused around legal thinking and acquire tools to understand how legal methods can be applied in real-life examples using Danish and international case studies

The program is right for you if you study political science, international relations, government, human rights, pre-law, or global studies. The real world experience you will gain in this course is highly valuable if you are interested in applying to law school.

·· Travel with your classmates and DIS faculty on course-integrated study tours where you come face to face with current political tensions and issues of national identity ·· Engage with experts in the field and discuss international conflicts, bringing professional perspectives to the classroom

We visited the Royal Danish Arsenal Museum and toured around their exhibit ‘A Distant War — A Danish Soldier In Afghanistan’… One of our professors, Trine Schultz, has been deployed to Afghanistan, and she shared her emotions as a veteran in seeing all this. Having Trine there made it so impactful — I have never had professors like I’ve had here in Copenhagen, and it’s changing so much about the way I think. This exhibit was the highlight of the week, and I’m not sure I’ll ever forget that experience with this group.

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Humanitarian Law and Armed Conflict Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

Examine human rights and the laws of armed conflict as they apply to contemporary conflicts. Analyze current events such as piracy off the coast of Somalia, the killing of Osama Bin Laden, and recent European armed conflicts in a legal context. Develop an understanding of the legal aspects regulating modern conflicts and how they interact with the political environment.

Week-Long Study Tour: Kosovo (Fall) or Bosnia (Spring) Core Course Week: Study tour to Western Denmark + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen Prerequisites: A course in international relations or human rights at university level.

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A Unique Housing Option for You Apply to live in the Social Justice Living & Learning Community with fellow students who enjoy civic engagement and wish to be active with an international NGO while in Denmark.

Related Electives

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Evaluate Cybersecurity From Facebook to Fitbit, today’s media, platforms, and gadgets ask us to volunteer massive amounts of personal information.

Discuss the notion of privacy in Online Surveillance, Privacy, and Cybersecurity, where you will investigate cybersecurity at the personal, national, and international levels, using European case studies to explore the changed security landscape.

·· Activism: Engagement and Resistance ·· Al-Qaida, ISIS, and Intelligence Analysis ·· Auschwitz: From Genocide to Memorial ·· Battlefield Europe: Military History of World War II ·· Criminology and Criminal Justice in Scandinavia ·· Fleeing Across Borders: International Refugee Law ·· Gang Crime in Scandinavia ·· Gender Perspectives on Human Rights ·· Holocaust and Genocide ·· Human Trafficking in a Global Context ·· Law Practice from a European Perspective ·· Online Surveillance, Privacy, and Cybersecurity ·· Stolen Childhoods: Migrant and Refugee Children in Europe See pp. 80-91 to read the full course list of over 250 electives!

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Literature Experience Europe through a literary lens as you read, discuss, and analyze some of the continent’s finest and boldest authors and poets. Join contemporary discussions in literary studies and gain unique insight by focusing on the interrelation between text and place.

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STUDENT PROFILE

·· Meet with Danish and Russian contemporary authors, poets, and scholars, and build the analytical framework to articulate your own critical voice in an ongoing literary conversation

This program is right for you if you study literature, English, or related disciplines with a strong interest in the great works of European literature.

·· Travel with your classmates and DIS faculty on course-integrated study tours to walk in the footsteps of prominent writers and their protagonists, and experience cities as places haunted by myths and intertextual references ·· Discover the literary underground scene of Copenhagen by engaging in the city’s many readings, festivals, and literary venues

My core course gave me an entirely new perspective of my surroundings. We read a novel taking place in 18th century Copenhagen that named the exact same streets surrounding our classroom. Reading some passages on site, I could see the same square I passed everyday in a completely new light. The poetry we read on Fanø exposed me to sides of the island that I would never have experienced on my own, especially when we had a discussion session with the poet.

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A Sense of Place in European Literature Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

This course explores the interrelation between place and text to introduce new perspectives on European literature. You will engage in dialogue on some of the great voices of Europe, from Dostoevsky to contemporary Nordic and post-communist authors.

Week-Long Study Tour: St. Petersburg Core Course Week: Study tour to Western Denmark + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen

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A Living & Learning Community Unique to Your Interests Explore your passion for writing by applying to live in the Creative Writing Living & Learning Community with a group of fellow DIS students! Immerse yourself in Copenhagen with this interest in mind and develop your skills in a supportive community of writers.

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·· Birth of Modern Drama: Ibsen and Strindberg ·· Creative Nonfiction Workshop ·· Creative Writing ·· European Storytelling: From Homer to Harry Potter ·· Gay and Lesbian Writers in European Cities ·· Guilty Pleasures of Pop Culture ·· Hans Christian Andersen and the Danish Golden Age ·· Iceland: Vikings & Sagas ·· Kierkegaard’s Authorship ·· London: Reading the City ·· Nordic Mythology ·· Nordic Noir ·· Travel Writing See pp. 80-91 to read the full course list of over 250 electives!

Explore a City, Page by Page For centuries, London has inspired authors, poets, and playwrights.

Take your literary studies further by enrolling in the course and Optional Study Tour, London: Reading the City. From the chartered streets near the Thames to the ethnic fabric of Brick Lane, you will learn how great minds have influenced the city from the past to the present.

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Medical Practice & Policy Engage in a unique pre-medical experience by learning from Danish medical doctors, focusing on diagnosis and treatment of common diseases and ailments.

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·· Gain an insider view of university hospitals and clinics in Copenhagen and exposure to the daily practice of physicians, including recording patient history and solving clinical cases

This program is right for you if you have a serious interest in medicine and science, and are considering pursuing a medical or graduate degree in the health professions.

·· Perform physical examinations and procedures on medical phantoms, such as blood drawing, I.V. entry, suturing, and ultrasound ·· Compare and contrast health care and medical practice in newly reformed countries versus welfare state systems by visiting hospitals, clinics, and research institutions on study tours in Denmark and Western and Eastern Europe

Through the Medical Practice & Policy core course, I get a glimpse into what I’ll be introduced to in medical school.

I get to see the real life applications of the biology and chemistry and anatomy that I’m learning about at home.

And it really confirms in me that medicine is something I want to do for the rest of my life.

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Human Health and Disease: A Clinical Approach Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

In this course, taught by physicians on site at a university hospital, you will focus on the most important human diseases, their diagnoses and treatments, and clinical working methods of Danish physicians as practiced in the Danish medical system.

Week-Long Study Tour (Preference of): Berlin-Poznan or Budapest-Vienna or Stockholm-Tallinn Core Course Week: Study tour to Western Denmark + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen Prerequisites: One year of biology and one year of chemistry at university level.

Note: Please be aware that this course does not provide medical training corresponding to that of medical students and does not include shadowing of doctors or physical examination of patients.

Related Electives ·· Complexity of Cancer ·· Diabetes: Diagnoses and Diseases ·· Epidemiology: Danish Case Studies ·· Epidemiology: Register-based Research Project ·· Epigenetics and the Environment ·· Exercise Physiology ·· Health Beyond Borders ·· Health Economics and Health Policy in Europe ·· Health Promotion and Disease Prevention ·· Healthcare Strategies for At-Risk Populations ·· Immunology ·· Medical Ethics ·· Medical Exploration of HIV/AIDS ·· Neuroimaging of the Diseased Brain ·· Neurological Disorders and Diseases ·· Pregnancy, Birth, and Infancy in Denmark ·· Science Research Practicum See pp. 80-91 to read the full course list of over 250 electives!

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Apply to take the 6-credit Student Research Practicum and team up with a Copenhagen-based research institution!

DIS matches you with a mentor for the semester, and you contribute to an existing research project. Through this hands-on experience, you will develop invaluable clinical and laboratory techniques and skills, gain cross-cultural competencies, and advance your knowledge in your area of study within the natural and health sciences.

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Neuroscience Investigate the fast-growing field of neuroscience, by studying either the underlying biological mechanisms involved in psychopharmacology or the cognitive and emotional functions that shape an individual.

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·· Through research and practice, expand your understanding of the functioning of the brain, its disorders, and the role of neuroplasticity

This program is right for you if you study neuroscience, biology, psychology, or health science, and are considering a profession in the interdisciplinary field of neuroscience.

·· Travel with DIS faculty on course-integrated study tours in Europe to meet with leading neuroscience researchers and practitioners ·· Engage in real-world settings and gain exposure to various careers in the field by visiting labs, practitioners, and institutes in the Copenhagen area

Through DIS, I have been exposed to facets of the neuroscience field that I never would have considered as career opportunities. Our courses are unique and widespread: topics from neuroplasticity to the networks of fear allow us to hear from professors with a diverse range of backgrounds and occupations. Coupled with academic visits and Program Study Tours in European cities where we interact with world-renowned experts in the field, this program has helped me consider my future in a whole new light.

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CORE COURSE OPTIONS Cognitive Neuroscience of Consciousness + Lab Fall/Spring, 6 Credits (3-Credit Course + 3-Credit Lab)

This course examines neuroscience with a cognitive and behavioral approach. What is consciousness and which brain mechanisms shape the unique sense of self, implicit in all our thoughts and perceptions? We will explore conceptual and methodological perspectives of relevance to the study of human consciousness. In the corequisite lab, you will develop experiments, collect data, and analyze results, focusing on psychological, behavioral, and cognitive components.

Week-Long Study Tour: Amsterdam (Fall) or Bologna-Florence (Spring) Core Course Week: Study tour to Western Denmark + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen Prerequisites: One semester of neuroscience, physiological psychology, biological psychology, or cognitive psychology at university level.

Corequisite: Cognitive Neuroscience of Consciousness Research Lab

Psychopharmacology: Substances and the Brain Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

This course examines neuroscience with a molecular approach. Learn about basic brain anatomy and function, and discuss the link between dysfunctional brain regions/circuits and diverse psychiatric symptoms. A strong focus will be on pharmacological treatments and the specific interactions between neurotransmitters and their receptors.

Week-Long Study Tour: Munich Core Course Week: Study tour to Western Denmark or Southern Sweden + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen Prerequisites: One year of biology and one year of chemistry at university level.

Learn About the Neural Basis of Social Interaction How do social interactions influence the nervous system? From social psychology and social neuroscience perspectives, investigate this in The Social Brain: Neuropsychology of Social Behaviors, where you will critically evaluate research considering the social, environmental, and cultural influences on the human brain.

Related Electives ·· Complexity of Cancer ·· Developmental Disorders ·· Epigenetics and the Environment

Neurological Diseases: From Textbook to Treatment Understand the neurobiological and clinical aspects of some of the most prevalent neurological diseases and disorders, such as Parkinson’s, dementia, and strokes, in Neurological Disorders and Diseases. This course offers perspectives on diseases and the brain from both scientists and clinicians.

·· Medical Ethics ·· Neuroimaging of the Diseased Brain ·· Neurological Disorders and Diseases ·· Neuroplasticity: From Neurons to Behavior ·· Neuroscience of Fear ·· Neuroscience of Religion and Atheism ·· Neuroscience Methodology: A Cellular Approach to Cognition ·· Social Brain, The: Neuropsychology of Social Behaviors See pp. 80-91 to read the full course list of over 250 electives!

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Philosophy Study European philosophy, past and present. This program places you at the European roots of wonder and awe, and gives you an understanding of both the history of ideas and critical contemporary discourse.

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·· Understand philosophical theories and develop the ability to articulate your own philosophical views, which will challenge you to take part in ongoing intellectual exploration

This program is right for you if you study philosophy, religious studies, classics, or ethics with a strong interest in the thinking of classical Greece and the ideas of continental European philosophy. Be prepared to grapple with challenging content as you gain skills in navigating demanding texts.

·· Travel with your class and DIS faculty on course-integrated study tours, where you will follow the steps of great continental European thinkers and discover the locales that saw the birth of some of the world’s most significant ideas ·· Meet with local university students and experts to discuss continental philosophy, and further your understanding of material debated in class

Every day – both in the classroom and on the streets of Copenhagen – we face existential issues (birth, death, suffering, alienation, hope, authenticity). I love dealing with these philosophical themes because we know it’s about us, about our existence. In these courses, we engage in a philosophy where we can’t help but realize our lives are on the line.

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Religious Mythos and Philosophical Logos Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

We explore the function of myth and the emergence of the rational philosophical mind. We begin with the great poets, philosophers, and prophets of Ancient Greece, including Homer, Sophocles, and Plato, and conclude with works from the modern continental thinkers: Hegel, Kierkegaard, Nietzsche, and Heidegger.

Week-Long Study Tour: Athens Core Course Week: Study tour to Northern Germany-Western Denmark + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen

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Explore the Evolution of Religious Thinking Analyze conceptions of beliefs found in different cultures and think critically about religion in relation to our lives today. Take Religion in Crisis to dive into the development of religion in the 19th and early 20th centuries through authors such as Hegel, Feuerbach, Kierkegaard, and more.

·· Activism: Engagement and Resistance ·· Environmental Philosophy ·· Ethical Brain, The: Philosophy and Neuroscience ·· Ethics of Dialogue: Philosophy of Human Relationships ·· Kierkegaard Honors Level Seminar ·· Kierkegaard’s Authorship ·· Making of the Modern Self: Existential Philosophy ·· Medical Ethics ·· Neuroscience of Religion and Atheism ·· Philosophy of Mental Health ·· Religion in Crisis ·· Thinking Lab, The: From Kant and Nietzsche to Surveillance after 9/11 See pp. 80-91 to read the full course list of over 250 electives!

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Prostitution & the Sex Trade Prostitution is legal in Denmark, Sweden, and the Netherlands, but each country has vastly different approaches and policies regarding sex work. Explore how national cultures construct their own narratives about sex, gender, and rights, and how they grapple with conflicting views on sex for sale.

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·· Use Copenhagen as your case study with guest lecturers and class visits to the city’s Red Light District and organizations such as Reden (The Nest), a drop-in facility for Danish sex workers

This program is right for you if study gender studies, women’s studies, sociology, anthropology, human rights, international relations, and/or are interested in a career in law, academia, or social work.

·· Travel with your classmates and DIS faculty on course-integrated study tours to talk with former sex workers, customers, and NGOs to examine the differences, legally and socially, in how prostitution is approached in comparison to Denmark ·· Mirror decision makers within the Danish government in a final panel debate on controversial topics such as prohibiting prostitution, legalizing it, and the criminalization of the customer

One of the greatest parts about studying prostitution and the sex trade is the exposure to a wide variety of opinions and experiences.

We were able to hear from former prostitutes, the police, political parties, non-profits, and even a frequent customer. Being exposed to each viewpoint and experience has forced me to struggle in the best possible way with what I believe and has opened my mind to a social milieu that is often forced to the fringes of society.

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Prostitution and the Sex Trade in Europe Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

This course focuses on prostitution as a parallel or grey economy in Europe. You will gain insight into the historical, cultural, and political aspects of prostitution in Scandinavia and Europe. You will also examine prostitution from various perspectives – from sex workers, customers, and anti-trafficking advocacy groups, to law enforcement officials and politicians.

Week-Long Study Tour: Amsterdam-The Hague Core Course Week: Study tour to Southern Sweden + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen

Debate Pornography Denmark was the first country in the world to legalize pornography.

While critics argue that pornography encourages prostitution and objectifies women, proponents argue that it enables erotic communication.

Examine the history of pornography, understand the hot topics and viewpoints in the industry, and study the legalization of pornography in Pornography in Scandinavia.

Examine Sexual Norms in Europe From the prude Victorian era to sexual liberation in the 1960s, to modern day online dating, take History of Sexuality in Europe.

Participate in the debate of how sexualities, sexual norms, and behaviors have transformed to fit the times in Europe’s past century of sex.

Related Electives ·· Barcelona: Gender, Sexuality, and Ethnicity ·· Families Without Borders: From Adoptions to Transnational Desires ·· Fleeing Across Borders: International Refugee Law ·· Gender and Sexuality in Europe ·· Gender Perspectives on Human Rights ·· History of Sexuality in Europe ·· Human Trafficking in a Global Context ·· LGBTQ in Europe: Theories, Communities, and Spaces ·· Masculinities in Scandinavia ·· Pornography in Scandinavia ·· Psychology of Human Sexuality ·· Stolen Childhoods: Migrant and Refugee Children in Europe See pp. 80-91 to read the full course list of over 250 electives!

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Psychology Study psychological theory, research, and practice, with an emphasis on its application in a Danish and European context.

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·· Understand how psychological science is applied and practiced in Denmark by hearing from guest lectures and local organizations who share real-world examples from the field

This program is right for you if you study psychology, human development, health science, or sociology.

·· Travel with your classmates and DIS faculty on course-integrated study tours regionally and across Europe, where you will meet and discuss central themes with key researchers, clinicians, policy-makers, and organizations working in the field of psychology ·· Engage in hands-on experiences in your field with a supplemental practicum or lab attached to your core course

My European Clinical Psychology course and practicum are really helping me ease into Danish culture and understand how their mental health system works within the welfare state... Seeing the parallels between what I’ve been talking about in my classes alongside my practicum is incredible.

Having this extra perspective can only benefit me in my future career in psychology.

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CORE COURSE OPTIONS Cross-Cultural Psychology Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

Combining psychological theory and practical experience, explore how culture influences human behavior and its impact on experience of self and identity, development processes, intercultural encounters, and social relations.

Week-Long Study Tour: Berlin Core Course Week: Study tour to Western Denmark + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen Prerequisite: A psychology course at university level.

European Clinical Psychology Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

Study clinical psychology and understand the discipline within a European context, covering cultural and ethical issues, and different psychotherapeutic schools.

Week-Long Study Tour: Vienna Core Course Week: Study tour to Western Denmark + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen Prerequisite: A psychology course at university level.

Recommendation: European Clinical Psychology Practicum

Positive Psychology Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

Through theory, research, and application, examine the psychology of well-being with both its possibilities and limitations, focusing on topics such as positive emotions, character strengths, mindfulness, resilience, and post-traumatic growth.

Week-Long Study Tour (Preference of): Budapest or London or Milan-Verona or Prague or Krakow-Poznan Core Course Week: Study tour to Western Denmark + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen Prerequisite: A psychology course at university level.

Recommendation: Happiness Lab: Positive Psychology and/or Positive Psychology Practicum: Methods and Practice

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Practice Within a Danish Setting If you enroll in the Positive Psychology or European Clinical Psychology core courses, you can also take a practicum. You have the unique opportunity to participate in various Danish institutional settings such as educational institutions for children and adolescents, cultural organizations, social psychiatric programs, and more – a great way to gain practical experience in your field of study!

·· Applied Psychotherapy ·· Developmental Disorders ·· Happiness Lab: Positive Psychology ·· Identity Lab: Transforming Prejudice, Discrimination, and Conflict ·· Neuroplasticity: From Neurons to Behavior ·· Neuroscience of Religion and Atheism ·· Psychology of Adolescence: A Scandinavian Perspective ·· Psychology of Adult Development ·· Psychology of Crisis ·· Psychology of Endings ·· Psychology of Human Sexuality ·· Psychology of Leadership ·· Psychology of Peak Performance ·· Psychology of Time ·· Social Brain, The: Neuropsychology of Social Behaviors ·· Virtual Selves: Psychology and Emerging Technology See pp. 80-91 to read the full course list of over 250 electives!

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Public Health Northern European healthcare systems are currently facing rising costs, aging populations, and socio-economic inequality. Analyze and debate these challenges and their interplay with the organization, financing, and prioritization within the systems.

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·· Examine what determines the setting of priorities for healthcare provision and the relationship between the many stakeholders involved in policymaking and delivery of health services

This program is right for you, if you study public health, public policy, or health science, or wish to pursue a graduate degree or future career in the health professions.

·· Access real-life and current debates within the Danish healthcare system by presenting a semester-long research project in collaboration with a Danish public health institution ·· While on course-integrated study tours, compare and contrast national healthcare systems in Eastern and Western Europe

From visiting hospitals and dissecting the Danish healthcare systems, this class has given me perspective. Our professors never try to force us to decide which country’s system is better, but encourage us to see strengths and weaknesses within both. I no longer look at health care as a black and white system. I’ve been challenged to think in a different way than I would in the United States, and have had an experience that stretches far beyond the classroom.

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Health Delivery and Prioritization Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

Build your knowledge of public health by analyzing and comparing the organization of different Northern European healthcare systems. Examine the structural and financial framework related to public health and the provision of health services, and discuss how to prioritize resources.

Week-Long Study Tour: Helsinki-Tallinn Core Course Week: Study tour to Western Denmark + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen

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Why Study Public Health in Denmark?

On study tours, you will see how countries in close geographic, political, and social proximity have developed differing preventative and curative healthcare systems.

With its renowned system of extensive register-based population information, Denmark is a unique case study of how tracking health-related parameters over time can inform policy and decision makers about important public health issues.

·· Epidemiology: Danish Case Studies ·· Epidemiology: Register-based Research Project ·· Health Beyond Borders ·· Health Economics and Health Policy in Europe ·· Health Promotion and Disease Prevention ·· Healthcare Strategies for At-Risk Populations ·· Impact of Epidemic Disease Upon European History, The ·· Pregnancy, Birth, and Infancy in Denmark ·· Public Health Ethics ·· Public Mental Health ·· Science Research Practicum ·· Strategies for Urban Livability See pp. 80-91 to read the full course list of over 250 electives!

Opt for a Living & Learning Community Take your academic passion home with you and apply to live in the Public Health Living & Learning Community with fellow students who wish to explore public health from various perspectives. You will learn about cross-cultural similarities and differences between American and Danish concepts of healthy living, and services provided in both public and private settings here in Denmark.

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Sociology Globalization has torn down walls, dissolved old hierarchies, and brought cultures closer together; however, this newfound cultural proximity has also created burning issues of integration and migration facing Denmark and Europe today.

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·· Through workshops with diverse guest speakers, take part in debates that handle the most current issues of our society

This program is right for you if you study sociology, anthropology, political science, or international relations. You should have an interest in examining issues of immigration, integration, and social capital from a European perspective.

·· During Core Course Week and on field studies in Copenhagen, explore the transition of previously homogeneous Denmark and neighboring countries brought about by immigration from non-Western countries ·· Travel on a faculty-led study tour to hear personal stories and explore current issues surrounding cultural divisions and political tensions

The Danish context and cultural response to the Syrian refugee crisis that we discuss in my core course has strengthened my understanding in my other classes, as well as in my travels.

Hearing perspectives of locals, organizations, and policymakers helps me better understand the different cultural reactions to the crisis based on traditions of multiculturalism and inclusivity.

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CORE COURSE OPTIONS Cultural Diversity and Integration Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

Explore whether a multicultural Europe is achievable given the current migrant crisis and Europe’s major culture clash. Focusing on Denmark and Italy, we will investigate the social, cultural, and political mechanisms lying at the heart of cultural conflicts and integration issues.

Week-Long Study Tour: Italy Core Course Week: Study tour to Southern Sweden + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen

Sociology of Migration Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

Mass immigration – particularly the question of how to control the numbers – has been high on the European agenda.

The EU has been characterized as ‘Fortress Europe’ with its particular emphasis on the securitization, surveillance, and externalization of European borders. You will explore the different national responses to mass immigration and how these reactions are connected to populism and nationalist sentiments.

Week-Long Study Tour: Spain Core Course Week: Study tour to Western Denmark-Northern Germany + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen

Investigate Equality in Scandinavia Denmark and other Scandinavian countries have high taxation and universal welfare, and a perceived high level of equality Scrutinize the reality of equality in Scandinavia in the Equality in Scandinavia: Developments and Challenges of the Welfare System elective course. Are the Scandinavian countries the most equal in the world?

By studying empirical and case studies, analyze the concept of equality from sociological and economic perspectives.

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Study Contemporary Family Structures How do people in different cultures, social classes, genders, and historical periods define and experience family? Take Sociology of the Family to analyze family structure, dynamics, and child-rearing patterns across cultures, through the lens of sociological theory.

·· Activism: Engagement and Resistance ·· Equality in Scandinavia: Developments and Challenges of the Welfare State ·· Families Without Borders: From Adoptions to Transnational Desires ·· Gang Crime in Scandinavia ·· Gender and Sexuality in Scandinavia ·· Human Trafficking in a Global Context ·· LGBTQ in Europe: Theories, Communities, and Spaces ·· Masculinities in Scandinavia ·· Migrants, Minorities, and Belonging in Denmark ·· Muslims in the West ·· Religion and Politics in Europe ·· Royalty in the Land of Equality ·· Sociology of the Family ·· Stolen Childhoods: Migrants and Refugee Children in Europe ·· Women and Leadership See pp. 80-91 to read the full course list of over 250 electives!

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Sustainability Sustainable development is one of the most important discourses of the 21st century, as it affects social, political, and economic spheres. Join the debate and discover the Danish and European stakeholders strategizing the sustainability agenda.

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·· Visit some of the world’s most progressive sustainability initiatives in Copenhagen, such as Risø National Laboratory for Renewable Energy, the NGO Energy Crossroads, and urban gardens

The program is right for you if you study environmental studies, public policy, general environmental affairs, and have a passion for sustainability and conservation.

·· Travel with your classmates and DIS faculty on course-integrated study tours to Danish and Northern European destinations with cutting-edge sustainability strategies, from off-shore wind power to urban redevelopment ·· Create your own strategic plan for a sustainable future by drawing on your classroom experiences, field studies, and study tour visits

During our study tour, one of our visits was to Norway’s Hardangervidda National Park. Hardangervidda demonstrates the nexus of ecology, economics, politics, and culture. Spending the week learning about Northern Europe’s sustainability initiatives placed me in the midst of what my generation is striving to protect, preserve, and strengthen: nature and knowledge of the natural environmental systems.

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Sustainable Development in Northern Europe Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

You will explore a range of sustainability issues in this course, such as the dilemma of economic growth and energy policies in Denmark and the EU. Beginning with a broader look at consumption, prosperity, and spatial planning of sustainability, you will delve deeper into more specific, case-based examples of sustainable strategic development.

Week-Long Study Tour (Preference of): Germany or Norway or Sweden Core Course Week: Study tour to Northern Germany or Southern Sweden or Western Denmark + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen

Why Study Sustainability in Copenhagen? ·· 55% of all Copenhageners commute to work or university by bike. In total, the locals bike 1.17 million kilometers (727,000 miles) a day ·· Copenhagen is working hard to become the world’s first carbon neutral capital by 2025, and independent from fossil fuels by 2050

·· The Danish Government is aiming to turn 50% of Danish electricity consumption into off-shore wind power by 2030 ·· Copenhagen’s district heating system uses waste heat from regional refuse incineration plants and combined heat from power plants to distribute heat through a city-wide pipe system.

One incinerator provides electricity and heat to nearly 140,000 households!

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More Sustainability with DIS... ·· Apply to live in the Green Living & Learning Community ·· Attend evening seminars at DIS with local guest expert speakers who work with climate change on a national and international level

·· Anthropology of Food, The ·· Applied Life Cycle Assessment ·· Biological Conversation and Biodiversity (and optional Lab) ·· Business Strategies in the Transition Toward a Sustainable Economy ·· Environmental Economics ·· Environmental Impact of Humans ·· Environmental Philosophy ·· Environmental Policy in Practice ·· Food Systems ·· Geographic Information Systems: Applied Climate Mitigation Strategies ·· Integrated Climate Change Planning ·· Nordic Culinary Culture ·· Renewable Energy Systems

·· Do as Copenhageners do and rent a bike during your semester

·· Strategies for Urban Livability ·· Sustainable by Design ·· Waste Management Systems in Europe

·· Explore the 100% environmentally sustainable island of Samsø by signing up for the DIScovery Trip

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Urban Studies Discover how the city has become the focal point for cultural expression, social change, and political tension. Often symbolizing freedom and upward mobility, the city promises a better life while also creating challenges and fears.

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·· Use Copenhagen as your classroom on field studies that explore its dramatic urban change over the past few decades, from the development of a welfare state to a cutting-edge, sustainable, and livable city

This program is right for you if you study urban design, urban studies, politics, or sociology and wish to examine contemporary cities through a multidisciplinary academic lens.

·· Travel with your faculty and classmates on course-integrated study tours to compare how European cities are currently developing their infrastructure from both the Eastern and Western European sociopolitical contexts ·· Engage in a dynamic dialogue with a variety of guest lecturers including local historians, sociologists, and urban planners I have found myself very interested in the reasons people choose to live where they live. This course has made me think even more about the underlying and more abstract components to planning out a space and the things that do matter in people’s individual, everyday lives.

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The European Urban Experience: Why Cities Matter Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

Cities are both creative and destructive friction machines, full of contradictory tensions, goals, and visions about what constitutes the good life. This course examines the driving forces of this friction within a European context, including social, economic, environmental, technical, cultural, historical, and spatial influences.

Week-Long Study Tour: Budapest-Vienna Core Course Week: Study tour to Northern Germany + a two-day seminar in Copenhagen

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Explore the City Further Consider enrolling in Urban Exploration Photography Workshop to analyze Copenhagen through your lens; or find yourself exploring the city’s dynamic urban neighborhoods by foot or by bicycle on field studies in Strategies for Urban Livability or European Urban Design Theories.

·· Architecture as Resistance ·· Adaptive Re-Use in Europe: Cities and Buildings ·· European Urban Design Theories ·· Getting There: Transportation in Urban Europe ·· History of Copenhagen: Structure, Plan, Design ·· Integrated Climate Change Planning ·· London: Reading the City ·· Strategies for Urban Livability ·· Urban Design Journal ·· Urban Economics ·· Urban Exploration Photography Workshop See pp. 80-91 to read the full course list of over 250 electives!

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Danish Language and Culture Courses Enroll in a Danish Language and Culture course to build intercultural competences, document your reflections, and gain tools to find deeper meaning of Danish culture and local norms.

Apply Your Danish to Real-World Contexts Master your pronunciation of Æ, Ø, and Å! Enjoy walking out of class to a nearby café where you will be able to buy a cup of coffee and wienerbrød in Danish.

Enrich Your Experience Explore Danish history, literature, film, art, and the current burning issues in Denmark – enriching your experience and developing your critical and analytical understanding of your own and Danish cultures. This will make way for interesting cross-cultural discussions with your Danish Homestay, Visiting Host, or friends.

Get Out of the Classroom on Field Studies What better way to understand Danish culture than to experience it!

Examples of field studies include: ·· See a thought-provoking performance at Tivoli, Copenhagen’s famous amusement park ·· A historical tour of one of the many spectacular castles or cathedrals in the region ·· A screening of the Danish movie ‘A Royal Affair’ followed by a visit to Christiansborg Palace ·· Access significant historical sites to understand Denmark’s role in WWII ·· Attend a ballet or modern dance performance at the Royal Theater ·· Engage with students at a Danish gymnasium (high school)

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Cultural assignments in Danish Language and Culture take you to unique historical sites in Copenhagen to interview Danes, walk in the footsteps of key figures, and analyze great art and structures.

By uncovering the city’s past, you will have meaningful cross-cultural debates about today’s society back in the classroom.

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Uncover Copenhagen’s Rich Culture and History

Enroll in the Right Language Course for You ·· Danish Language and Culture: Level I (3 Credits)

·· Danish Language and Culture: Level II (3 Credits)

·· Danish Language and Culture for Child Development & Diversity students: Level I (3 Credits)

·· Danish: Intermediate Level for Scandinavian Language Speakers (3 Credits)

·· Danish Language and Culture: Level I-II (6 Credits)

More About Danish Language Danish is a Germanic language with around six million speakers.

There are officially 29 letters in the alphabet, with eight vowels.

However, there are approximately 20 different vowel sounds!

ABCDEFGHIJ KLMNOPQRST UVWXYZÆØÅ

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Every Monday, I play handball with my host mom and the team she coaches, and instruction is always in Danish. I generally fumble along and hope I’m not first in line for a new drill. The other day though, after a drill, my host mom said ‘fem og fem.’

I immediately knew that meant we were going to scrimmage because it translates to ‘five and five’! I was already getting into position when my host mom came over and said, ‘That means we are going to scrimmage.’ I excitedly said, ‘I know!’ My host mom was so proud. By simply knowing the word for ‘five’ in Danish, I instantly felt more a part of the community.

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Optional Study Tours Europe As Your Classroom

Optional Study Tours are connected to a 1- or 3-credit elective course.

Delve into a specific topic in the classroom before traveling to a European destination. Knowledge enhances your travels, so soak it all in!

With a DIS faculty member leading the study tour, you will be inspired by their knowledge and passion. Your studies will come to life with visits to various museums, sites, and performances.

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Holocaust and Genocide

Battlefield Europe

Fall & Spring, 3 Credits

Fall & Spring, 3 Credits

Visit historical WWII sites in Hamburg to better understand how past events inform present mindsets, and how a country moves forward without forgetting the past.

Investigate how historical battles shaped modern-day Europe by exploring Budapest, a bohemian European city with a comprehensive cultural legacy.

Nordic Culinary Culture

Classical and Renaissance Rome

Fall & Spring, 1 Credit

Fall & Spring, 1 Credit

Indulge in New Nordic cuisine by visiting local producers, sampling seasonal fare, and identifying regional agriculture.

Experience grand masterpieces and the timeless architecture of the Eternal City.

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Auschwitz: From Genocide to Memorial Fall & Spring,1 Credit On this journey to Krakow and Auschwitz, you will be exposed to historical implications of the Holocaust, and examine the crucial role that memory plays in shaping the society today.

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London: Reading the City

Iceland: Vikings and Sagas

Fall & Spring, 1 Credit

Spring, 1 Credit

Journey through five centuries of London’s culture, and explore how literature and the arts have shaped the city today.

Explore the Icelandic landscape and advance your knowledge of the colorful personalities of the Icelandic sagas and Viking era.

Fall & Spring, 1 Credit

Barcelona: Gender, Sexuality, and Ethnicity

Architecture as Resistance

History of Polar Discovery

Fall & Spring, 1 Credit

Spring, 1 Credit

Travel to the United Kingdom to explore how architecture holds meaning beyond its structure, as a representation of cultural dialogue and resistance.

Gain a nuanced understanding of the Arctic’s current burning issues on an expedition to Svalbard, an island situated halfway between mainland Norway and the North Pole.

Fall & Spring, 1 Credit Meet the changing perceptions of gender and sexuality in the multi-ethnic, vibrant city of Barcelona.

A National Obsession: England and the Culture of Football Feel the energy of match day while in Liverpool and Manchester, where you will discover how English football culture is placed within society.

More Info Online While Program Study Tours are included in the DIS tuition, Optional Study Tours come at an additional fee. However, they are significantly subsidized by DIS to lower the cost for you.

Vienna: Capital of Classical Music Fall & Spring, 1 Credit Get an introduction to classical music, and gain a better understanding of Europe’s leading composers: Mozart, Beethoven, and Mahler.

Impressionism in Paris

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Fall & Spring, 1 Credit Marvel at masterpieces and meander along boulevards to discover why Paris was the heart of the Impressionism movement.

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My DIS Story Connecting the Dots As a student with many interests, I capitalized on the diverse offerings at DIS and chose courses from pre-medicine to economics to humanities. Take a look at where my academics have taken me, and how Europe has become my classroom.

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BROADEN The faculty here do more than just lecture. In my elective course Complexity of Cancer, one minute we could be learning about the biological basis of cancer, while the next we are hearing about patient cases that my teachers dealt with earlier that day as oncologists at the Danish National University Hospital.

ACCESS We gained access to people and places difficult to reach alone. On my study tour to Moscow with the Global Economics program, a typical day of the tour included meeting members of the Russian National Bank and the Russian Ministry of Industry and Trade in the morning, and dining with Russian university students in the evening.

REALIZE It is surreal to see a painting in real life after learning so much about its history and significance in the art world. For my Impressionism in Paris Optional Study Tour, we spent class time discussing the rise of Impressionism, then traveled to Paris to see the paintings for ourselves and walk the very streets where Impressionist painters began the movement! Witnessing the sheer beauty of those paintings in person brought everything I learned in class to life in a way no textbook ever could.

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REFLECT This semester taught me a lot – both about the world and about myself.

It gave me a first-hand look at how cultural norms and practices shape the identity of a society, and how my own identity has grown by studying here. My academics were what provided me with insight to a variety of different fields, and at the semester’s end, helped point me in the direction of pursuing a career in the medical field; I hope to combine philosophy, economics, and biology to become a holistically well-rounded physician.

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Housing Options Where you live is one of the most important aspects of your learning experience abroad. DIS offers you many distinct housing options, allowing you to live in an environment that best fits you.

Homestay Highly recommended by DIS alumni!

Be a part of an intercultural exchange by living with local hosts in their home, sharing daily routines, and spending time together at meals and through activities.

There’s something incredibly comforting about living in a Homestay – coming home and doing your homework next to a wood stove, and having the option of a home cooked meal every night. That being said, my hosts have been incredibly understanding that some nights I might not eat with them, and overall, I am very much treated like an adult.

Prospective students: Hygge is real – and if you want a great shot at finding it, take a chance on a Homestay. It’s scary, but it’s worth it.

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Kollegium Live in student housing with Danes and/or international university students. You must be independent and ready to knock on your neighbor’s door to make connections!

Living & Learning Community With eight themed housing choices, pursue a shared interest alongside other like-minded DIS students and interact in a meaningful way with the local community.

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Residential Community Get to know other DIS students in a residence, where you will create a community together. While living at a Residential Community, DIS encourages you to take initiative in meeting locals outside of your housing.

Rented Room DIS will rent a room on your behalf in a Copenhagener’s apartment, requiring you to be self-reliant and independent.

Folkehøjskole Have a truly unique Danish communal living experience with local and international students in a tight-knit community within a tradition reaching back 150 years.

Commuting Like a Local Watch our Copenhagen Transit Overview video, where you can hear all about Copenhagen’s transportation systems and see visuals of the city. A daily commute is a part of the European experience. Some students bike, others commute by train or bus, but for all DIS students, it is a central part of living abroad! youtube.com/StudyAbroadDIS

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Where you live will hopefully form the basis for a rich cultural and social interaction during your time in Denmark. Spend time reading about our housing options and what they offer: Visit DISabroad.org/cph-housing to see our updated list of options and find detailed information Watch our Housing at DIS Copenhagen video playlist at youtube.com/StudyAbroadDIS

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Meet the Locals Involve yourself in the many cultural opportunities offered to you while studying at DIS. Exchange cultural perspectives with locals, give back to the community, form friendships, speak some Danish, and end the semester calling Denmark a second home.

Visiting Host Program If you are not living in a Homestay, sign up to be matched with a Visiting Host! Share your own culture, and get to know traditions, viewpoints, and values of Danes.

Danish Language and Culture Courses Highly recommended by DIS alumni!

This course teaches you key phrases useful for your everyday life in Copenhagen, and furthers your understanding of Danish culture and traditions.

Studenterhuset Just a stone’s throw from DIS, this ‘student house’ is a great place to meet other university students, participate in a variety of events, apply to volunteer, or simply grab a coffee before class.

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Local Clubs & Activities At the beginning of the semester, attend a DIS-organized event where you can join locally-run clubs, including sports and exercise groups, diversity and LGBTQ meet ups, religious communities, and more.

I loved having Visiting Hosts! We were in contact before the semester began, so it was great knowing loving Danish hosts were awaiting my arrival. They cooked me traditional Danish food and took me to different sites around the greater Copenhagen area. We celebrated Fastelavn, went to Bakken and the Viking Ship Museum, and I even had the opportunity to go to school with each of the children. I knew I could always rely on the family if I needed something during the semester.

Rachel Afrow, University of New Hampshire DIS Student Blogger

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Evening Seminars & Career Workshops Broaden your perspectives by spending an evening at a panel or debate, where you will discuss burning issues with DIS faculty, professionals, and guest lecturers.

More Info Online Visit DISabroad.org/cph-engage for detailed information about all the ways to meet the locals at DIS Watch our Meet the Danes video at youtube.com/StudyAbroadDIS

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DIScovery Trips Off the Beaten Path Journey outside of Europe’s well-trodden cities and experience a destination that you might not otherwise discover! Full of activities and challenges, DIScovery Trips allow you to explore an interest, try something new, and just have fun!

Uncover Iceland: A Natural Wonder Land in Iceland, where horseback riding, trekking, and swimming in geothermal baths are all on the agenda.

Transylvanian Trails: Hiking Romania’s Carpathians

Sweden Canoe and Hike

Trek your way through the wilds of Transylvania, where the medieval towns, ancient castles, rustic villages, and jagged mountains seem frozen in time.

Set forth to the Kullaberg Peninsula for a weekend of canoeing, hiking, rappelling, and orienteering.

Explore the Norway Fjords Kayak, trek, and bike your way past sheer cliffs and roaring waterfalls in Norway’s western fjord region.

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Finland: Snow and Sauna

Arctic Excursion

Embrace the winter elements and head to Finland for a weekend of sauna, snowshoeing, and ice fishing!

Head north of the Arctic Circle for snowmobiling, a visit to a Sami village, and reindeer sightings.

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Bornholm Bike Trip CREATE YOUR DIS EXPERIENCE

Cycle around the Danish island of Bornholm to discover quaint villages, sample the famous smoked herring, and dig your toes into the white sand beaches.

Skiing in the Alps

Scandinavian Glass Blowing

Ski the French Alps, the crème de la crème of mountains, on an adventure you will not soon forget!

Join in the Scandinavian tradition of glass making and create your own original glasswork at a Danish workshop.

Southern France: Culinary Exploration Indulge in a gastronomic journey to Southern France, one of the world’s most exciting regions for food and wine.

Tall Ship Sailing Venture out to sea with experienced sailors!

Hear stories of the Danish waters and get a beautiful view of the coastline.

Sustainable Samsø Bike and hike Samsø, a Danish island that became 100% environmentally sustainable in 10 years.

More Info Online DIScovery Trips come at an additional fee, however, they are subsidized by DIS to lower the cost for you.

Visit DISabroad.org/cph-discovery to read detailed information about each trip

Czech Trek

Watch our DIScovery Trip video at youtube.com/StudyAbroadDIS

Travel to the ‘Bohemian Paradise’ for the unique opportunity to rock climb, cave-crawl, zip-line, and explore nature.

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My DIS Story Connecting the Dots My passions have driven my personal experience abroad. Read about how living in a Homestay, learning a new language, and volunteering in the local community have all contributed to my own unique semester.

Natalie Nollan Lafayette College

LIVE My host mom Jeanne is honest and welcoming. She has taught me everything about their home, from how to lock the windows to how to make smørrebrød, Danish open-faced sandwiches. She managed to make this place feel like home to me in only a couple of hours, and after many late-night dinner conversations about our cultural differences, I think I’ve learned more from her than anyone else I have met abroad.

SHARE My sense of family extends beyond my hosts – I have built a strong international community at Hillsong Church in Copenhagen, and volunteer in their children’s program. These kids, ages 1-5, remind me to laugh at myself – especially when I try to speak Danish with them! Being surrounded by this close community makes living here feel so normal.

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INTEGRATE Playing with Danish children happens both on the weekend and for class. At my practicum site for Child Development and Diversity, the children are constantly pulling my hand to go play games or help with their art projects. This is the perfect opportunity to put what I’ve learned in my Danish Language and Culture course to the test! However, when my elementary Danish is not enough, I’ve learned new ways to communicate – and that sometimes, as the Danes say, ‘silence is ok.’

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My Program Study Tour took my breath away. Visiting a school with 3000 students, 120 of whom were Syrian refugee children, I have never felt more in my element than when I was dancing and singing with them.

I’ve been able to bring this experience back to Copenhagen in my work with the Refugee Action Committee – where we challenge fellow DIS students to think deeper about how we can welcome those who are different than us.

OVERCOME All of my experiences remind me to have a weightlessness of self. Sometimes I tend to get caught up in the little things like missing a train or slipping up on a Danish word – but learning to hold things loosely (something I talk about with my host mom) allows me to stop worrying about things I cannot control and enjoy the experience for exactly what it is.

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Key Dates & Application Details Application Information Students who meet the criteria below are invited to apply. To be a successful applicant, you must demonstrate a strong academic record, clear motivation to study abroad, and solid reasoning for your program choice and why the DIS model is right for your study abroad goals.

Eligibility Requirements

Admission is competitive!

Apply as early as possible – DIS often reaches capacity before published deadlines.

·· Good academic and disciplinary standing at a four-year college or university in the United States or Canada, with at least three semesters completed at time of application ·· Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 ·· Prerequisites for the core course(s) to which you are applying ·· Academically compelling reason why DIS is a good fit for you ·· Independence, self-reliance, and maturity necessary to obtain the benefits of studying abroad ·· Enthusiasm for cultural engagement ·· Willingness and ability to embrace the challenges of studying abroad DIS reserves the right to reject an applicant or registrant for any reason.

In waitlist situations, DIS favors applicants from partner institutions who have an outstanding personal essay and exceptional overall application.

Visit DISabroad.org/apply to get started and we’ll direct you from there.

Key Semester Dates For full semester calendar details, including study tour and break dates, refer to: DISabroad.org/cph-calendar

Fall 2017 August 19

December 11

International Educators Workshop (IEW) for U.S. Faculty & Advisors

Spring 2018 Arrival Day (Note: If leaving from the U.S. for Denmark, you must depart the day prior to arrive on this date.)

Last Day of the Semester (Note: this is the earliest day you can depart)

January 13

DIS Copenhagen IEW (both have optional daytrips to Stockholm) Fall 2016: Oct. 24-28 Fall 2017: Oct. 23-27 DIS Stockholm IEW (both have optional daytrips to Copenhagen)

May 11

Spring 2017: Mar. 13-17 Spring 2018: Apr. 23-27

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May 12

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Semester Overview

Arrival Day DIS airport pick-up & move into housing

Arrival Workshop

Semester Begins Courses will run over the next four months. Look out for weekend DIScovery Trips offered throughout the semester

Travel Week 1

Four days including the Opening Ceremony, DIScover Copenhagen (interactive walking tour), academic and housing workshops, and an event to meet and join local clubs and activities

Core Course Week Focus on just your core course this week, with a faculty-led three-day study tour in Denmark or a neighboring country, and a two-day seminar in Copenhagen

Travel on your faculty-led Program Study Tour, enjoy a week in Copenhagen, or travel on your own

Travel Week 2 Travel on your faculty-led Program Study Tour, enjoy a week in Copenhagen, or travel on your own

Study Break You will have a half-week break to catch up on your studies, enjoy Copenhagen, or travel on your own or with DIS on Optional Study Tours & DIScovery Trips

End of Semester Presentations, exhibits, and final exams are scheduled over the last week of the semester

Departure Head home or stay for the following semester or summer session!

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Tuition & Fees DIS Tuition & Fees

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$19,400 USD

Course instruction and fees

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Program Study Tours (two per semester)

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Course reading materials and textbook rental

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Course-integrated field studies and guest lectures

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Final Grade Report

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Academic administration, advising, and support

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Comprehensive Housing & Student Affairs Fee:

$6,100 USD

Furnished room

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Local transportation between DIS and your housing

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Meals or partial food stipend (see website for details)

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Laundry facilities and/or allowance

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Various cultural and social events

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Group pick-up at airport on Arrival Day

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Arrival Workshop

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Pre-departure support

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Visa advice and assistance

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Medical, accident, and liability insurance

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Comprehensive health and safety services, including 24-hour emergency support

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Housing & Student Affairs advising and support

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Note: If you wish to arrange your own Independent Housing, you will be charged a portion of the Housing & Student Affairs Fee. See DISabroad.org/fees for details.

Total: $25,500 USD

No Hidden Costs!

DIS prides itself on transparent, comprehensive charges with no hidden costs. As a non-profit organization, it is DIS policy to keep the price to a minimum for you, while incorporating several extra essentials into the cost such as your Program Study Tours, course reading materials and textbooks, and local transportation.

Once published here, our fees are guaranteed not to change.

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DIS Scholarship Funds DIS is committed to supporting students with limited financial resources through scholarships.

Visit DISabroad.org/scholarships to read more and apply.

Extend and Save If you wish to spend a full year with DIS, we offer discounts, as well as a choice to stay for two semesters in Copenhagen or to spend one semester at DIS Copenhagen and one at DIS Stockholm.

If you are a spring student, why not stay for a summer session (or three) to explore new courses as well as Copenhagen’s 18 hours of sunlight! You will receive a discount on summer sessions.

See DISabroad.org/discounts for details.

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DIS Partner Institutions DIS works in partnership with the following colleges and universities. Not all institutions approve all DIS programs/locations.

KANSAS Kansas State University University of Kansas

Students from other North American colleges and universities are welcome to apply.

KENTUCKY Transylvania University University of Kentucky

For more information on DIS partner institutions, and resources for U.S. Faculty and Advisors, visit DISabroad.org/faculty-advisors.

LOUISIANA Tulane University

ARIZONA University of Arizona

MAINE Bates College Bowdoin College Colby College

ARKANSAS University of Arkansas CALIFORNIA Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo California Lutheran University California State University System Claremont McKenna College NewSchool of Architecture & Design Occidental College Point Loma Nazarene University Pomona College Santa Clara University Scripps College University of California, Berkeley University of California, San Diego University of Redlands University of San Francisco Whittier College COLORADO Colorado College Colorado State University University of Colorado at Boulder University of Denver CONNECTICUT Connecticut College Trinity College University of Connecticut University of Hartford Wesleyan University Yale University DELAWARE University of Delaware

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DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA American University George Washington University Georgetown University Howard University FLORIDA Lynn University University of Florida GEORGIA Emory University Spelman College University of Georgia HAWAII University of Hawaii at Manoa ILLINOIS Bradley University Illinois Wesleyan University Knox College Lake Forest College Northern Illinois University Northwestern University University of Illinois at Chicago University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign INDIANA Ball State University DePauw University Indiana University Purdue University University of Notre Dame IOWA Grinnell College Iowa State University Luther College

MARYLAND Goucher College Johns Hopkins University Loyola University Maryland Maryland Institute, College of Art University of Maryland, Baltimore County University of Maryland, College Park MASSACHUSETTS Amherst College Babson College Brandeis University Endicott College Harvard University Mount Holyoke College Olin College of Engineering Simmons College Smith College Stonehill College Tufts University University of Massachusetts, Amherst Wellesley College Wheaton College Williams College MICHIGAN Central Michigan University Kalamazoo College University of Michigan MINNESOTA Augsburg College Carleton College Gustavus Adolphus College Macalester College

MISSOURI Drury University Park University University of Missouri-Columbia Washington University in St. Louis MONTANA Montana State University - Bozeman NEW HAMPSHIRE University of New Hampshire NEW JERSEY Ramapo College of New Jersey NEW YORK Alfred University Barnard College Colgate University College of Staten Island, CUNY Columbia University Cornell University Fordham University Hamilton College Hobart and William Smith Colleges Pratt Institute Rochester Institute of Technology Saint Lawrence University Sarah Lawrence College Siena College Skidmore College Syracuse University The Sage Colleges University at Albany, SUNY University of Rochester Vassar College NORTH CAROLINA Duke University Elon University Guilford College Meredith College North Carolina State University University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Wake Forest University Wingate University OHIO Case Western Reserve University College of Wooster Denison University John Carroll University Kenyon College Miami University Oberlin College Ohio State University Wittenberg University OKLAHOMA Oklahoma City University University of Tulsa OREGON Portland State University University of Oregon PENNSYLVANIA Bryn Mawr College Bucknell University Carnegie Mellon University Dickinson College Franklin and Marshall College Gettysburg College Haverford College Lafayette College Lehigh University Muhlenberg College Philadelphia University Saint Joseph’s University Swarthmore College University of Pittsburgh University of Scranton Villanova University RHODE ISLAND Brown University Providence College Rhode Island School of Design University of Rhode Island SOUTH CAROLINA College of Charleston Furman University University of South Carolina Wofford College

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Saint Catherine University Saint Olaf College University of Minnesota University of Saint Thomas Winona State University

TENNESSEE Belmont University Rhodes College Sewanee, University of the South University of Tennessee Vanderbilt University TEXAS Rice University Saint Edward’s University Southern Methodist University Southwestern University Texas Tech University Trinity University University of Texas at Arlington University of Texas at Austin UTAH University of Utah VERMONT Middlebury College Saint Michael’s College University of Vermont VIRGINIA College of William and Mary Longwood University Randolph College University of Richmond University of Virginia Virginia Tech Washington and Lee University WASHINGTON Gonzaga University Pacific Lutheran University Seattle University University of Puget Sound University of Washington Washington State University Whitman College WISCONSIN Alverno College Beloit College Marquette University University of Wisconsin - Madison CANADA University of British Columbia

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Study Tour Destinations Map COPENHAGEN AS YOUR HOME, EUROPE AS YOUR CLASSROOM DIS offers you the opportunity to explore Europe during your study abroad experience through Program Study Tours, Optional Study Tours, and DIScovery Trips.

To Tromsø

To Greenland Reykjavik

Flåm

Helsinki

Oslo Tallinn

Stockholm

St. Petersburg

Riga Edinburgh

Dublin

Moscow

Copenhagen

Belfast Manchester Liverpool

Hamburg Berlin

Amsterdam The Hague

London

Brussels

Český ráj

Frankfurt

Prague

Krakow

Strasbourg

Paris

The Alps Nice

Munich Vienna Zurich Verona Milan Bologna Florence

Barcelona

Warsaw

Poznan

Rome

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Course Descriptions 20th and 21st Century Danish Architecture Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Architecture. Design.

Danish architecture seen in a historical, political, social, and architectural context in relation to general European architectural developments. The ambition is to understand the Danish and Nordic approach to architecture, and how it has developed in the past two centuries, while nurturing the ability to analyze, identify, and discuss qualities of architecture. This course includes field studies to both early modern and contemporary examples of Danish architecture.

Note: Full-year students wishing to enroll in the course are required to do so in the fall semester.

20th Century European History Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

History. International Relations.

This course provides an understanding of the political, economic, social, industrial, and ideological developments that have shaped contemporary Europe over the last century. Our focus is on the following central themes: industrialization and revolution, the impact of nationalism and the Great War (1870-1929), the rise of fascism and WWII in Europe (1929-1945), and Europe divided and reunited (1945- Present).

Activism: Engagement and Resistance Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Communication. Philosophy. Sociology.

This course explores the relationship between thought and action.

This is a project-based course on leadership and taking action in your world. You learn the necessity of careful analysis and research in order to carry out successful activist projects. Taking indignation as a point of departure and building on the analysis of economy, work, climate, gender, women’s rights, war and so forth, you will prepare an activist project and agenda.

Adaptive Re-use in Europe: Cities and Buildings Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Architecture. Interior Architecture. Urban Studies.

Adaptive re-use is an integral component of contemporary design practice in Europe. Conversion of urban areas and old buildings into something better suited for contemporary purposes requires knowledge of our built heritage in the broadest sense.

Cultural, site-specific, and material aspects play a key role as does sustainable strategies for future proofing of our built environment. This course is about the design challenges and the wider economical, sustainable, and political issues at stake when dealing with adaptive re-use.

Al-Qaida, ISIS, and Intelligence Analysis Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

International Relations. Legal Studies. Political Science.

Using a hands-on approach, you will learn how intelligence analysis works. Questions surrounding terrorist organizations like al-Qaida and ISIS, such as ‘what kind of organizations are they?’ and ‘where did these organizations develop from?’ are analyzed and discussed.

Ancient Art and Archaeology Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Art History. Classics.

This course examines the art and archaeology of ancient Greece and Rome from c. 1000 B.C. to c. 300 A.D., focusing on the stylistic and iconographical developments, as well as cultural meaning and historical context. A substantial part of the course takes place in the world-renowned collections of the Danish National Museum and the Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek in Copenhagen.

Anthropology of Food, The Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Anthropology. Environmental Studies. Sustainability.

Food is crucial to human survival but its significance stretches far beyond mere nutrition and sustenance. We are becoming more and more aware that the simple act of eating is at the crossroads of the biggest challenges we face: from climate change to urbanization, from an imminent epidemic of diabetes to inequalities on a global scale, from the future of agriculture to the rise of obesity. This course investigates how food is a force that connects and harbors the power to construct and destruct, now and in the future.

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Applied Life Cycle Assessment Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Business. Economics. Environmental Studies.

This course introduces the basics of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) as an internationally accepted methodology to assess the environmental performance of products and large systems. You gain an understanding of the applicability of the LCA methodology in industry, but also in policy making, as well as understanding the limits of this approach. By the end of the course, you are able to perform a simple LCA and transfer your knowledge for further studies or working as a LCA practitioner.

Applied Piano Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Royal Danish Academy of Music Course.

Music.

The course content is arranged in collaboration with you as an individual student. The following areas can be covered: sight reading, accompaniment, transposition, chord playing, and solo repertoire. Depending on your level of playing, the course may also include chamber music and score reading/piano reduction.

Corequisites: Music Performance: Instrument, Music Composition: Private Studio Instruction, Music Performance: Voice, or Sound Engineering and Music Production

Art in the Making Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Art History. Studio Art. Visual Arts.

During this course you develop art projects based on field studies to exhibitions and artists’ studios. Technical skills in a variety of media are developed, and conceptual issues of contemporary art will be investigated. The course has a strong practical emphasis and partly takes place in studio. You produce material that will be on display as part of a final exhibit.

Artificial Intelligence Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Computer Science. Mathematics.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the study of how human reasoning and behavior can be imitated, and potentially surpassed, by computer systems. This course discusses the elements of artificial intelligence used in robots, simulations, and computer games.

You gain an understanding of what AI means in a theoretical context and a greater exposure to what human aspects are in computer science.

Prerequisites: One year of computer science. It is recommended, but not required, that you have had an introduction to algorithms and data structures and/or discrete mathematics.

Applied Psychotherapy Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Psychology.

How does one apply theoretical knowledge to real-life therapeutic contexts? This course introduces diverse theoretical approaches to psychotherapy. This course requires active participation in and observation of group-based and individual exercises focusing on psychotherapy skills.

Prerequisite: A psychology course at university level.

Auschwitz: From Genocide to Memorial Fall/Spring. 1 Credit. Optional Study Tour Course.

Ethnic Studies. History. Human Rights.

This course and study tour provide you with a general overview of the concentration camps, the Nazi genocidal policies, and the specific history of the Auschwitz camps, as well as introduce you to the peculiar role of Auschwitz in post-war history.

Note: This course involves an additional fee as it includes a study tour to Krakow, as well as Auschwitz and Birkenau Concentration camps in Poland.

Architecture as Resistance Fall/Spring. 1 Credit. Optional Study Tour Course.

Architecture. Art History. Urban Design.

The course takes its cue from a view of architecture as more than mere buildings, to architecture as a critical cultural dialogue or even resistance. In Europe, there are regional pockets of architecture – past and present – that take a stand against the universal, globalized, and commercialized architecture. We will explore these and gain an understanding of architectural theory and history, regional architecture in Europe, and the critical architects behind these works.

Note: This course involves an additional fee as it includes a study tour to Northern England.

Barcelona: Gender, Sexuality, and Ethnicity Fall/Spring. 1 Credit. Optional Study Tour Course.

Anthropology. Gender Studies.

Known for its bull fights, flamenco dancers, Hemingway-style machismo, quiet monasteries, and stunning gay beaches, Spain is a fascinating study of traditional, Catholic gender norms, and cosmopolitan/Northern European attitudes. The class readings and the tour are centered on three themes: prostitution, masculinities, and changes in gender and sexuality norms caused by migration, a financial crisis, and tension between Catalan (regional) and Spanish (national) identities.

Note: This course involves an additional fee as it includes a study tour to Barcelona, Spain.

Architecture Design Studio Fall/Spring. 6 Credits. Core Course.

Architecture. Design.

In this studio you will engage in an exploration of Danish and Scandinavian design practice through challenging assignments addressing real sites and issues in and around Copenhagen.

Studio groups combine students of different levels and backgrounds. This course is taught vertically, and expectations relate to you as an individual student.

Prerequisites: Enrollment at a professional school or department of architecture or design at the junior or senior level, and completion of a minimum of two spatial design studios at university level.

Battlefield Europe: Military History of World War II Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Optional Study Tour Course.

History. Political Science.

This course focuses on the military strategy of WWII. You analyze how the Germans conquered most of Europe while being outnumbered, and discuss the relationship between technology and doctrine from 1939 to 1945. You investigate the post-war ‘history-production,’ studying how political needs and goals shaped what is considered the history of WWII. Note: This course involves an additional fee as it includes a study tour to Budapest, Hungary.

Architecture Foundations Studio Fall/Spring. 6 Credits. Core Course.

Architecture. Design. Studio Art. You will develop design skills through analysis of existing buildings and by solving realistic architectural problems in a Danish context.

In studio projects, you will construct spatial models in physical and digital media and advance your communication skills in expressing abstract concepts. Studios are taught vertically, combining students of different levels. Expectations relate to you as an individual student.

Prerequisites: Documented background in fine arts or studio art, or completion of a course in drawing at university level.

Arctic Geopolitics Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Environmental Studies. International Relations. Political Science.

The end of the Cold War has had a profound impact on the Arctic by opening up new opportunities to Arctic states and societies for cooperation in security, economic, social, and human development areas. At the same time, global warming has posed formidable challenges to both Arctic and global actors. This course offers an introduction to a broad array of environmental, security, political, economic, and social issues that make the present day Arctic a focus of global interest.

Arctic Glaciology Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Environmental Science. Geography. Geology.

In this course, we study the behavior of glaciers. You learn about glacier mass balance, the transformation from snow to ice, ice flow, ice core science, and basal processes. These are tools needed to investigate the role of glaciers in the climate system.

This course focuses on the Arctic glaciers. Climate changes projected for the future indicate a larger temperature increase over the Arctic than at lower latitudes. This increases the vulnerability of glaciers located in this particular region.

Prerequisite: A mathematics course at university level.

Behavioral Economics: European Case Studies Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Business. Economics.

Behavioral economics rethinks the standard economic model of human behavior by integrating experiential and psychological research into economic theory. This course is based on behavioral economic theory and cases from Denmark and Europe examining choices of individuals. Theoretical skills are developed through work with conflicting theories, and analytical skills by working with data on human choices in experiments.

Prerequisites: One course each in macro- and microeconomics and one course in either intermediate or advanced microeconomics, all at university level.

Betrayal of Civilization: Jewish History from the Enlightenment to the Shoah Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

History. Religious Studies.

This course traces the history of Europe’s Jews, the rise of anti-Semitism and Nazism, the Holocaust, and the challenges of rebuilding Jewish life after destruction. The Jews of Europe, particularly in Germany, defined what it meant to live as an ethnic-religious minority in a modern world for generations to come. Their abundant creativity, economic pioneering, and cultural innovations shaped modern Europe. With the failure of their struggle for emancipation, equality, and recognition, the entire project of an enlightened nation of culturally diverse citizens has been called into question.

Biological Conservation and Biodiversity Lab Fall/Spring. 1 Credit. Elective Course.

Biology. Environmental Science. Sustainability.

This hands-on lab experience covers topics related to conservation, biodiversity, and the management of species.

The lab also gives you systematic tools to use field guides and collect data in the field. You will use field guides, observational, and descriptive skills to identify birds, plants, trees, and other species. The course includes working with the management of protected areas and creating a management plan for one species or specific habitat.

Corequisite: Biological Conservation and Biodiversity Biology of Marine Mammals Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Biology. Environmental Science.

A comparative study of marine mammal anatomy, morphology, physiology, life history and behavior, and adaptation to marine existence. Includes study of the effect of human activities on marine mammals with special reference to Northern European waters.

Prerequisite: One year of biology at university level.

Biology of Marine Mammals Lab Fall/Spring. 1 Credit. Elective Course.

Biology. Environmental Science. Sustainability.

You will learn how to make a morphological measure of porpoise skulls, which includes correct measurement procedures and compiling data to then produce a report. This course is centered around field experiences with porpoises, which is followed by a written investigation of the morphology based on specific parameter relationships.

Corequisite: Biology of Marine Mammals Birth of Modern Drama: Ibsen and Strindberg Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Literature. Theater Studies.

Provocateurs, rivals, and literary masterminds: Scandinavian authors Henrik Ibsen and August Strindberg’s influence on modern drama, writing, and thought cannot be overestimated.

Both men were (in-)famous for their controversial views toward women: while Ibsen was agitated for female emancipation, Strindberg is often seen as a misogynist. Despite their differences, Ibsen and Strindberg were on parallel missions to expose the darker sides of their fellow Scandinavians. This course provides an in-depth study of the authors’ most important work.

Prerequisite: A literature course at university level.

Business Strategies in the Transition Toward a Sustainable Economy Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Business. Environmental Studies. Sustainability.

We face a perfect storm at the intersection of climate change, energy crisis, resource scarcity, and economic re-structuring.

Business-as-usual is no longer an option. This course will introduce you to the great business transition that is underway.

We will explore frameworks and concepts, key topics, and dilemmas, along with case study insights, on how leading companies are developing strategies that harness new opportunities, and deliver significant business impacts, while meeting the great challenges of our time.

Cell Factories: Design, Engineering, and Analysis Fall. 6 Credits. Elective Course.

Technical University of Denmark Course.

Biology. Biomedicine/Biotechnology.

The aim of the course is to give you a fundamental understanding of the interplay between the many different intracellular reactions in a cell factory, and especially how the fluxes through the different pathways are regulated. A special focus is given to pathways leading to industrially relevant products like primary metabolites, antibiotics, industrial enzymes, and pharmaceutical proteins. A central aspect of the course is to identify the optimal strategy for introducing directed genetic changes in the microorganisms with the aim of obtaining better production strains. Analysis of the interaction between different cellular reactions is a central element in the course, and tools for systems level strain characterization and design will be described.

Prerequisites: One year of biology and one semester of chemistry at university level. Additionally, an introductory course in molecular biology/genetics or completion of your university’s prerequisites for an upper-level molecular biology or genetics course.

Changing the News: Constructive Journalism Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Communication. Journalism. Media Studies.

We are constantly exposed to news stories about the faults and failures of society. While critical reporting is essential to keep power in check, a pervasive negativity bias also induces helplessness rather than foster active citizens. What if we apply principles from positive psychology to news reporting? This course focuses on the power of constructive communication and proposes that problem-solving journalism has the power to both be critical and foster positive change in society.

Child Development in Scandinavia Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Child Development. Education/Educational Studies. Human Development.

This course focuses on the central aspects of early childhood development in Scandinavia (children ages zero to 10). It addresses the contemporary issues facing professionals working with young children, as well as how services for children and families in Scandinavian countries differ from approaches in the rest of the world. Class discussions are addressed through the lenses of public policy, current research, and practitioner perspectives.

Corequisite: Child Development in Scandinavia Practicum Child Development in Scandinavia Practicum Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Child Development. Education/Educational Studies. Human Development.

This course emphasizes and integrates application of research, critical reflection, and hands-on experience in Danish pedagogy in order to explore the connection between pedagogical approaches and professional practices with young children. You are placed in a Danish childcare setting, with children varying in ages from two to 10, one day a week for a total of 45-55 hours per semester. This course builds the bridge between the theories you explore in your core class, and the experiences you have in practice.

Corequisite: Child Development in Scandinavia Note: Criminal clearance from state or local authorities prior to leaving the U.S. (or your country of citizenship) is required.

Children and Youth in Europe Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Education/Educational Studies. Human Development. Youth Studies.

Explore the transition from childhood to youth by delving into themes of identity and marginalization in Europe. Through discussions of social inequality, identity politics and policies within youth-centered institutions, you expand your critical awareness of global trends within child, youth, and family studies. The course explores the challenges and possibilities for community building and positive youth development with a focus on intersections between socio-economic status, gender, ethnicity, and ability.

Themes may include social media, homelessness, gangs, education, and parenting.

Corequisite: Children and Youth in Europe Practicum Children and Youth in Europe Practicum Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Education/Educational Studies. Human Development.

Youth Studies.

This course emphasizes and integrates application of research, critical reflection, and hands-on experience in Danish pedagogy in order to explore the connection between pedagogical approaches and professional practices with adolescents and young people.

You are placed in a Danish educational setting, with children varying in ages from 10 to 19, one day a week for a total of 45-55 hours per semester. This course builds the bridge between the theories you explore in your core class, and the experiences you have in practice.

Corequisite: Children and Youth in Europe Note: Criminal clearance from state or local authorities prior to leaving the U.S. (or your country of citizenship) is required.

Children in a Multicultural Context Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Child Development. Education/Educational Studies.

Human Development.

Based on research and student experiences at practicum sites, the course examines practices around the terms ethnic diversity and multiculturalism in Danish education and social policy.

Educational issues such as teaching practices, intercultural communication and learning, multilingualism, and the influence of culture on education and child development are studied.

Corequisite: Children in a Multicultural Context Practicum

Children in a Multicultural Context Practicum Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Child Development. Education/Educational Studies. Human Development.

This course emphasizes and integrates application of research, critical reflection, and hands-on experience in Danish pedagogy in order to explore the connection between pedagogical approaches and professional practices with children and adolescents. You are placed in a Danish childcare setting, with children varying in ages from two to 16, one day a week for a total of 45-55 hours per semester. This course builds the bridge between the theories you explore in your core class, and the experiences you have in practice.

Corequisite: Children in a Multicultural Context Note: Criminal clearance from state or local authorities prior to leaving the U.S. (or your country of citizenship) is required.

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Biological Conservation and Biodiversity Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Biology. Environmental Science. Sustainability.

Understanding the basic principles of conservation is important in helping us approach the ecological challenges of the 21st century. This course explores the balance between studying and conserving natural resources, while still using them to their fullest.

Moreover, this course is built around examples from research projects in Northern Europe and the Arctic. Other topics include the biology, culture, economics, and politics behind conservation policy on a global scale, as well as interactions with NGOs, the EU, and the Red List.

Prerequisite: One year of biology at university level.

Classical and Renaissance Rome Fall/Spring. 1 Credit. Optional Study Tour Course.

Art History. Classics.

The Colosseum, Forum Romanum, the Pantheon, the Vatican with Saint Peter’s Cathedral and the Sistine Chapel - experience the landmarks of Rome’s Classical and Renaissance past.

This course and study tour offer an introduction to the art, architecture, philosophy, and politics of the eternal city.

Note: This course involves an additional fee as it includes a study tour to Rome, Italy.

Cognitive Neuroscience of Consciousness Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Neuroscience. Psychology.

Despite decades of scientific research and centuries of philosophical analysis, consciousness remains one of the greatest scientific challenges of our time. What is consciousness and which brain mechanisms shape the unique sense of self, implicit in all our thoughts and perceptions? How can we transform the subjectivity of human experience to an objective topic of research? Through the lenses of behavioral and cognitive neuroscience, we explore both conceptual and methodological perspectives of relevance to the study of human consciousness.

We critically analyze the obstacles and challenges inherent to the study of consciousness.

Prerequisites: One semester of neuroscience, physiological psychology, biological psychology, or cognitive psychology at university level.

Corequisite: Cognitive Neuroscience of Consciousness Research Lab Cognitive Neuroscience of Consciousness Research Lab Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Neuroscience. Psychology.

You will participate in research activities focusing on the psychological, behavioral, and cognitive components of consciousness and perception. Class work consists of supervision of your research activities and selected topics are reviewed relative to research (e.g. ethics, methods, and methodologies) in consciousness studies.

Corequisite: Cognitive Neuroscience of Consciousness Communication Practicum Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Communication.

What is it like to work with communication in Denmark? This practicum is a chance for you to gain hands-on experience in the field of communication and collaborate with a professional organization in Copenhagen. You are placed in a communication agency or related site for four hours a week and meet periodically with a DIS faculty and your peers to compare the different experiences and companies.

Competing Narratives: Modern European History Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

History.

A study of how selective ways of remembering Europe’s past have shaped collective and individual identities. This course examines the complex web of competing historical narratives, studying concepts and discourses in the contemporary field of history and memory studies.

Complexity of Cancer Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Biology. Pre-Medicine/Health Science.

This course offers an in-depth clinical examination of major cancer types, their classifications, biological foundations, specific therapies, and respective complications. In addition, there will be a clinical analysis of a wide variety of cancers allowing for the study of the following topics: carcinogenesis with a focus on genetics and molecular aspects, epidemiology and diagnostics, the principles of anticancer therapies, and drug development and clinical testing.

Prerequisites: One year of biology and one year of chemistry at university level.

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Course Descriptions Computational Analysis of Big Data Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Computer Science. Mathematics.

Walmart started using big data even before the term became recognized. Today, industries, governments, social media platforms, finance, and organizations alike use data and analytics to predict future needs to optimize sales, minimize cost, and maximize reach. With a hands-on approach and by working with problem solving exercises that focus on practical implementations, this course introduces you to a large set of computational tools and techniques for dealing with large-scale data.

Prerequisites: One year of computer science. It is assumed that you are familiar with programming in some language.

Conspiracy Theories and Historical Controversies Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

History. International Relations. Political Science.

You examine case studies and contested historical issues, including anti-Semitic conspiracy theories, such as the Protocols of the Elders of Zion in Europe and the Middle East, the Holocaust and genocide denial, the 1941 Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, and the controversies surrounding 9/11. We also examine the differences between critical thinking and conspiracy thinking, and the nature of ‘historical truth.’

Consumer Behavior and Marketing Research Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Advertising. Business. Marketing.

Exploring consumer behavior from a marketing perspective, we look at how various aspects of consumer behavior are impacted by social norms and cultural differences. Topics include information processing, developing preferences and making choices, psychology of pricing, experiential aspects of consumption, and use of data analytics to predict future consumer behavior. You engage in a semester-long marketing research project exploring a selected area of consumer behavior in Denmark.

Contemporary European Film: The Individual and Society Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Communication. Film Studies. Media Studies.

This course examines modern European film from the 1960s to the present. The main emphasis is on viewing and analyzing exemplary films in relation to their historical, social, and political background.

Corporate Finance: European Case Studies Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Business. Finance. Management.

Through the study of European cases, this course addresses how companies raise and manage their financial resources. You apply corporate finance theory and compare U.S. and European corporate finance practices. Topics include capital structure, debt financing, equity financing, valuation methods, mergers and acquisitions, leveraged buy-outs, corporate governance, and risk management.

Prerequisites: One course each in macro- and microeconomics, and one course in finance, all at university level.

Creative Industries: Business, Innovation, Politics, and Culture Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Business. Communication. Marketing.

Creativity, innovation, and culture are important factors for the competitiveness of not only companies, but also of regions and nations, particularly as we move from goods and services economies to ‘experience’ economies. This course explores the links between these factors by analyzing business cases, trends in society, and political initiatives.

Creative Nonfiction Workshop Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Creative Writing.

Creative nonfiction is a prose genre that applies the techniques of literary craftsmanship to the task of accurately representing reality.

In this course, we explore the theory and practice of creative nonfiction by reading and writing in a variety of forms, including profile, travel writing, memoir, personal essay, nature writing, and literary journalism. This course includes a heavy writing component, and your work will be critiqued and edited in a workshop setting.

Creative Writing Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Creative Writing.

Develop your storytelling and writing skills in a series of structured brainstorming sessions, exercises, and workshops. Emphasizing the playful generation of dynamic new ideas and material, the course explores the technical challenges of different literary forms and genres, and addresses the practical issues of drafting and fine-tuning fiction in all its forms.

Note: Admission to this course is competitive and requires a writing sample.

Criminology and Criminal Justice in Scandinavia Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Criminology/Criminal Justice. Legal Studies. Public Policy.

‘Open prison’ – does that sound like a contradiction in terms? In Denmark, open prisons are a cornerstone of the prison system and ‘normalizing’ prison conditions are preferred in the Danish social context. In this course, you study crime, crime patterns, basic criminological theory, and criminal justice administration in Scandinavia. The objectives are to strengthen your analytical skills and enable you to evaluate criminal justice policy making from different perspectives.

Cross-Cultural Communication Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Communication. Ethnic Studies. Rhetoric.

How do we communicate and collaborate with other people and cultures in an increasingly global and interconnected world?

Together, we explore how theories of communication apply to European cases of cultural divides. You also engage in actual cross-cultural collaborations, simulation games, real-time video conference collaboration, and field studies that will hone your own intercultural competencies.

Cross-Cultural Psychology Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Ethnic Studies. Psychology. Sociology.

This course examines psychological theory, research findings, and methods related to the study of human behavior and experience as a function of culture. Culture is interpreted to include ethnicity, social class, etc. We will examine the influence of culture on such psychological domains as: basic perceptual and cognitive processes, human development and family processes, and issues in social, personality, clinical, and abnormal psychology.

Prerequisite: A psychology course at university level.

Cultural Diversity and Integration Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Anthropology. Ethnic Studies. Sociology.

This course explores whether a multicultural Europe is achievable given the current migrant crisis and Europe’s major culture clash.

Focusing on Denmark and Italy, we will investigate the social, cultural, and political mechanisms lying at the heart of cultural conflicts and integration issues. This course analyzes theoretical concepts such as integration, assimilation, multiculturalism, recognition, cultural norms, identity, nationalism, and tolerance.

Cultural History of Travel Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Anthropology. History.

Travel and tourism are not just ways of escaping the trivialities of everyday life. In fact, they can also be tools to understand and navigate a world defined by mobility, restlessness, and displacement. In the modern world, travel and tourism have become fundamental social and cultural practices by which people construct ideas about themselves and others, about society, nation, and the world both in the past and in the present.

Prerequisites: One course in anthropology, history, or sociology at university level.

Danish Design Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Architecture. Art History. Design.

A journey through the discourse of design in Denmark, with a particular focus on Danish design since the post-war period.

You will discover and challenge how aesthetics in Danish design are most often situated in deeper social, environmental, economic concerns. The disciplines, strategies, and viewpoints of Danish design are considered in global contexts. You will strengthen your observational and critical skills by participating in field studies, lectures, symposia, exams, and crafting an analytical design notebook.

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Danish Language and Culture for Child Development & Diversity Students Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Anthropology. Language.

This course is tailor-made for Child Development & Diversity students, who are in a practicum in Danish child care institutions.

It aims at providing language skills relevant for this particular situation, while also giving students the cultural competency, exposure to the city of Copenhagen, and confidence in everyday spoken Danish that the Danish Language and Culture: Level I course provides.

Corequisites: Children in a Multicultural Context, Children and Youth in Europe, or Child Development in Scandinavia Danish Language and Culture: Level I Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Anthropology. Language.

This course introduces you to Danish language and culture, including important aspects of Danish history in combination with a focus on modern Danish society. You learn to speak and understand Danish through pronunciation practice and conversations inside and outside of the classroom. You learn enough language to feel comfortable living in Copenhagen, and gain sufficient knowledge about Danish history and culture to qualify as an interesting conversation partner to your Danish friends or family.

Danish Language and Culture: Level I-II Fall/Spring. 6 Credits. Elective Course.

Anthropology. Language.

This intensive course covers two semesters of Danish language content in one, making it an excellent option for students who wish to advance quickly in their knowledge of the language. Through memorizing, practicing, repetition, automation, and constant reinforcement, you learn to master everyday Danish. Emphasis is on pronunciation, grammatical structures, speaking, reading, and writing. Texts on Danish literature, history, society, and politics are part of the curriculum and will, together with your personal experiences, be the foundations of field studies, assignments, and discussions in class.

Danish Language and Culture: Level II Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Anthropology. Language.

This is the spring semester continuation course for full-year students, only if you have already taken the level I course in the fall. It will develop language and culture competencies based on what has already been taught.

Prerequisites: Danish Language and Culture: Level I, or in special cases, you can prove that you meet a certain level of Danish language ability prior to the start of the semester.

Danish: Intermediate Level for Scandinavian Language Speakers Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Anthropology. Language.

We will build on to the language already acquired in a previous semester or through experience with the language and continue working intensively with the spoken everyday language and more complex written texts. Literature, newspaper articles, TV series, movies, music, politics, and cultural issues will be discussed in class. Furthermore, your personal experience while living in Denmark will be one of the cornerstones of the class. The aim is to help you gain the experience of being an active participant in the Danish society rather than just a tourist passing by.

Prerequisite: Must speak a Scandinavian language.

Danish Politics and Society Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

International Relations. Political Science. Sociology.

This course provides you with broad-ranging knowledge of Danish politics and society, exploring contemporary issues of the welfare state, immigration, and EU cooperation. It focuses on Danish political parties, NATO, and international relations vis-a-vis Danish values and national identity.

Designing Communication Campaigns Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Advertising. Communication. Marketing.

Try your hand as a project manager for a Danish company or NGO with the goal of planning and developing an actual communication campaign and producing a one to two minute video. This course gives you the unique opportunity to work with a real-life client based in Copenhagen and provides actual case scenarios from Danish and international companies. You learn how to take different stakeholders into account and to manage crisis communication.

Entrepreneurship Practicum Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Business. Entrepreneurship. Leadership Studies.

In this course, you further apply the entrepreneurship tools and the understanding of the discipline of entrepreneurship in practice.

You work individually or in teams in a consultative capacity with entrepreneurs from Danish start-ups to solve a current business challenge that the respective entrepreneurs are facing. Past practicum sites have included working with start-up communities in fashion and design, web and mobile applications, hardware and smart devices, services, payment and finance, meet up organizations, and more.

Corequisite: Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Europe

Epigenetics and the Environment Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Biology. Biomedicine/Biotechnology. Pre-Medicine/Health Science.

Epigenetic modification is one of the main mechanisms underlying the phenomenon by which organisms alter gene expression and phenotypic characteristics in response to environmental conditions.

This course looks at how the environment imparts its influence on developmental mechanisms to allow for these phenotypic changes through intersecting developmental biology, ecology, and evolution.

Aspects related to symbiosis, teratology, and the epigenetic origin of adult diseases will also be addressed.

Prerequisites: One year of biology and one year of chemistry at university level.

Development Economics Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Economics. International Relations.

This course offers an understanding of the complexity of poverty and the debates surrounding the ways and means to address it.

Gain knowledge of ‘international aid architecture’ and understand the drivers of change to policies and institutions. Explore new trends in financing the combat against poverty, nationally, and internationally.

Prerequisite: One course each in macro- and microeconomics at university level.

Environmental Economics Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Economics. Environmental Studies. Public Policy.

This course provides a broad understanding of the economic approach to deciphering and resolving problems in the environment. By the end of this course, you should have a set of theoretical and practical economic skills for addressing environmental problems developed through a primary focus on energy use and production. You gain a toolbox of economic ideas and examples by application to the Scandinavian and broader European environment.

Prerequisite: An economics course at university level.

Equality in Scandinavia: Developments and Challenges of the Welfare State Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Political Science. Public Policy. Sociology.

Denmark and other Scandinavian countries have high taxation and universal welfare, and a perceived high level of equality. In this course, we scrutinize the reality of equality in Scandinavia.

Are all people supported equally by the state? Can current levels of support be sustained in the face of economic pressures? The class examines both sociological and economic theories to understand the principles and challenges that underpin the welfare state.

Developmental Disorders Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Child Development. Psychology.

This is a course about maladaptive behavior, cognitions, and emotions, which are deemed pathological in relation to a particular child’s or adolescent’s stage of development. The major disorders are considered, and you are encouraged to think critically, not only about diagnostic issues (for example, the use of the DSM and the ICD), but also about the various factors that have implications for treatment.

Prerequisite: A psychology course at university level.

Diabetes: Diagnoses and Diseases Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Biology. Biomedicine/Biotechnology. Pre-Medicine/Health Science.

Diabetes is one of the fastest growing global diseases. This course will provide a thorough insight into diabetes and its complications.

Emphasis is placed on understanding the biological mechanisms, as well as the basic and translational research of the disease.

You gain an understanding of diabetes in the modern world, including the most recent advances in research, technologies, and treatments within the field.

Prerequisites: One year of biology and one year of chemistry at university level.

Economics of Crime Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Criminology/Criminal Justice. Economics. International Relations.

Economic principles can explain the criminal justice system and many of the motivations behind criminal acts. Laws create incentives for people to act in certain ways and in this course, we will discuss burning issues through an economic lens such as drug legalization, the death penalty, cyberspace crime, gang warfare, and legalization of prostitution. A unique highlight of the course will be a field study to an ‘open prison’ – a truly Danish experience.

Prerequisites: Courses in macro- and microeconomics at university level.

Enemy Within, The: Spies and Espionage in the Cold War Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

History. International Relations. Political Science.

Political conflict was endemic during the Cold War, yet people on both sides of the Iron Curtain were intrigued by the other side’s ideology and became spies, risking everything in the process. This course introduces you to the objectives and effects of intelligence and espionage in the post-war period. The rising importance of intelligence in international politics and major players such as the OSS/CIA, MI5, KGB/GRU, and STASI are addressed.

Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Europe Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Business. Entrepreneurship. Leadership Studies.

This course emphasizes innovative entrepreneurial action. The aim of the course is twofold: You gain an understanding of innovation in various settings, particularly looking at new business models and emerging technologies. You will then work on a start-up project and learn to apply an entrepreneurial method based on fast iterations, structured customer engagement, prototyping, and pitching to investors.

Note: This course is cross-disciplinary, and you must be prepared to engage and take ownership of start-up projects.

Environmental Impact of Humans Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Environmental Studies. International Relations. Sustainability.

This course is about the human impact of pollution and what people are doing in response. It focuses on the ‘untold’ story of environmental degradation – especially in the Global South – looking at how the destruction brought on by climate change and irresponsible development takes place gradually and is often hidden from view.

Environmental Philosophy Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Environmental Studies. Philosophy. Sustainability.

To understand the current climate crisis is to ask the question of man’s responsibility towards nature. In this course, we work with this question through a critical study of the philosophical tradition, providing a Scandinavian perspective on environmental issues and sustainability in relation to the philosophical discourse and relating these findings to current discussions of sustainability and the ethical implications of our modern day lifestyle.

Environmental Policy in Practice Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Environmental Studies. Public Policy. Sustainability.

The purpose of this course is to give a comprehensive understanding of environmental politics in Denmark, the EU, and on the global stage. You acquire empirical knowledge about the actors, policy instruments, policy-making processes, and the communication of these policies on all three levels. Based on theory, you learn through simulating debates and negotiations just how dynamic this world of politics is.

Environmental Problems and Human Behavior Fall. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Environmental Studies. Psychology.

We live in the Anthropocene – a time defined by human dominance over nature. Most people report caring about the environment, yet there is a large disconnect between attitudes and actions. We will explore psychology’s understanding of well-being, consumerism, community, and nature. Based on psychological research, we will use the ‘learn, create, share’ model to create an action report with recommendations for how to best use psychological theory to change values, garner attention, increase knowledge, and motivate actions.

Epidemiology: Danish Case Studies Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Pre-Medicine/Health Science. Public Health.

The focus of this course is on the central concepts of epidemiology and the different study designs available. You analyze and assess epidemiologic studies of health status in the Danish population and explore the value of the renowned Danish population-based registers. Throughout the course, you discuss how epidemiology contributes to the large body of public health research and inform decision making in the field.

Epidemiology: Register-based Research Project Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Pre-Medicine/Health Science. Public Health.

In this course, you perform independent epidemiological research on a subject of your interest within the framework of epidemiology and public health. The course is a mix of lectures that provides common knowledge of research processes; group discussions where classmates serve as peers or as a research group; individual presentations; and one-on-one coaching between the professor and yourself.

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Detailing and Sustainability in Scandinavian Architecture Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Architecture. Design. Interior Architecture.

This course focuses on the translation of conceptual design intent into built work. The content of the course is placed within a Scandinavian context of detailing and sustainability and the focus is on the design process and implications of detailing for the work as a whole. Case study analysis and detailing of your own studio projects are combined with readings, lectures, and re-drawing activities related to field studies to prominent examples in Copenhagen.

Corequisites: A core course within the Architecture & Design program.

Ethical Brain, The: Philosophy and Neuroscience Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

University of Copenhagen course.

Ethics. Neuroscience. Philosophy.

The past two decades have seen an explosive surge in neuroscientific explanations of human nature, promising clearcut biological answers to hackneyed philosophical questions concerning rationality, emotion, behavior, value, and ethics. This course sets out to examine to what extent such a promise is warranted - in particular concerning existential questions such as anxiety, responsibility, and religious faith.

Ethics of Dialogue: Philosophy of Human Relationships Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Ethics. Philosophy.

No single human being lives in isolation. We are always unfolding in our relationships with others: ‘I’ am inescapably interwoven with, formed by, and answerable to ‘You.’ In this course, we put dialogue into action in a European context to discover the creative, healing, and liberating power of mutual call and response. We read Continental European philosophy, novels, and plays that disclose our dialogical responsibility, and discuss the use of Socratic dialogue in Scandinavian healthcare to rehabilitate cancer patients.

European Art of the 19th Century: From Classicism to Symbolism Fall. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Art History.

A critical examination of key art movements, focusing on a contextual analysis of selected paintings and sculptures by major artists of the period, such as Manet, Gauguin, and Munch, which trace the evolution and the impact of modernity in a European context. Through field studies to museums and galleries in Copenhagen, you learn to identify and critically analyze key works, significant artists, and main styles of the 19th century.

European Art of the 20th Century: From Expressionism to Post-War Art Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Art History.

This course offers a study of leading modern artists, such as Picasso, Matisse, Kandinsky, focusing on a comparative analysis of styles and movements based on individual works of art, and placing stylistic expressions in the context of those sociopolitical and broad cultural developments that changed Europe during the early 20th century. The course includes extensive field studies to Copenhagen museums and galleries.

European Business Strategy: Case Studies Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Business. Management.

This course is aimed at students looking to understand the European business environment, in order to learn about European business strategies and how businesses are impacted by their local business environment. The course provides you with a unique hands-on learning experience working in teams to complete and present a comprehensive research project associated with a sponsor company.

Prerequisites: A microeconomics course, and either a macroeconomics or business course at university level.

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Course Descriptions European Clinical Psychology Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Human Development. Pre-Medicine/Health Science. Psychology.

This course is a study of clinical psychology with a focus on the way we approach the field within a European context. The course covers the origins of European clinical psychology, cultural and ethical issues, as well as different psychotherapeutic schools. The focus throughout the course is on adult mental health.

Prerequisite: A psychology course at the university level.

European Clinical Psychology Practicum Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Human Development. Pre-Medicine/Health Science. Psychology.

A companion course for European Clinical Psychology, this practicum focuses on the application and practice of theories and interventions in the Danish context allowing you to develop your professional skills such as observation and interviewing. You are placed in various facilities in Copenhagen, including support services that target people with diverse needs using a variety of interventions.

Corequisite: European Clinical Psychology Note: Criminal clearance from state or local authorities prior to leaving the U.S. (or your country of citizenship) is required.

European Documentary Film Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Film Studies. Media Studies. Visual Arts.

Documentary films are gaining more critical and commercial prominence these years, especially the ones increasingly pushing the boundaries of fact and fiction. This ambiguity is central to the course as we focus on European documentary film and some of its most prominent contemporary names. We discuss the theory, genre, aesthetics, and ethical considerations of documentary films and work in groups throughout the semester to produce our own small-scale documentary film.

European Game of Politics, The: Crisis and Survival Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

International Relations. Political Science.

The European Union has been called an Unidentified Political Object (UPO) because it is less than a federal state, but more than a federation of states. Therefore, the European game of politics is rather special with deep impacts on the present EU crisis and the future of EU survival. This course offers a broad study of the EU, including historical development, governing institutions, political processes, major policies and approaches to the present crisis, and teaches ‘how to play the game’ of politics in Europe.

Prerequisite: Two political science courses at university level, with at least one focusing on either international relations or comparative politics.

European Storytelling: From Homer to Harry Potter Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Literature.

Discover the influence of European storytelling in modern forms of literature, from old myths to medieval legends to Grimm fairytales.

The course examines stories in their historical context but also explores various theoretical approaches and how traditional stories live on in fantasy, movies, role-playing, and other modern uses.

European Urban Design Theories Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Architecture. Landscape Architecture. Urban Design.

The course is an introduction to contemporary urban design in Europe and to the main theories and positions from the past five decades. Urban design integrates aspects from planning, landscape architecture, architectural design, sociology, geography, cultural studies, and urban history. A principal goal of the course is to tie a connection between theory and practice to better understand the many dilemmas that occur in urban development and that urban design needs to address. You visit urban design, architecture, and landscape architecture in Copenhagen and use the transformation Copenhagen has gone through in recent decades to better understand what drives urban design.

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European Urban Experience, The: Why Cities Matter Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Anthropology. Urban Design. Urban Studies.

Cities are both creative and destructive friction machines, full of contradictory tensions, goals, and visons about what constitutes the good life. This course examines the driving forces of this friction within a European context, including social, economic, environmental, technical, cultural, historical, and spatial influences.

Exercise Physiology Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Biology. Biomedicine/Biotechnology. Pre-Medicine/Health Science.

This course introduces you to the acute and chronic effects of exercise on physiological functions and will examine applied and theoretical issues related to physical activity. Through various case studies, you determine the most efficient and effective preventive and reactive treatments and recoveries in different scenarios. Concepts and assessment techniques used to quantify physiological function are discussed. A basic understanding of human anatomy is helpful in this course.

Prerequisites: One year of biology and one year of chemistry at university level.

Families Without Borders: From Adoptions to Transnational Desires Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Anthropology. Ethics. Gender Studies.

Is transnational adoption a gesture of love, an exploitation of poverty - or both? How do social networking sites influence our expressions of relatedness? What is at stake when Danes travel to India for cheap artificial insemination or employ nannies from poorer countries to care for their children? Are mail order brides a win-win situation? This class explores the ramifications of globalization as it impacts our most intimate relations. In particular, it looks at transnational adoptions, fertility tourism, mail order brides, and other expressions of transnational desires.

Financial and Business Ethics Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Business. Finance. Management.

This course presents alternative theories about how to act responsibly in global environments, emphasizes the process of ethical reasoning in business, and introduces and analyzes critical current issues, including ethical failure in banking. The course’s main goal is to enable you to develop a framework to address ethical challenges as they arise within and across cultures and countries. Toward this end, the course encourages critical analysis of arguments concerning appropriate courses of action for individuals and economic enterprises in a wide variety of situations.

Fleeing Across Borders: International Refugee Law Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Human Rights. Legal Studies. Political Science.

Right now, men, women and children are fleeing Syria, Somalia, Afghanistan, and other places of war or conflict. Because several Scandinavian countries are known for their humanitarian views, and fair and equal societies, many of these people hope to reach the Nordic borders. This course addresses the need for international protection, the asylum process, and the protection of rejected asylum seekers against torture or other violations of international human rights regulations.

Food Systems Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Environmental Studies. Ethics. Public Policy.

This course approaches the modern food system as a complex set of human and environmental relationships, which reflect the way societies are organized and represent a microcosm of wider social realities. Using an interdisciplinary approach, we explore a number of cultural, ecological, economic, sociopolitical, and ethical dimensions connected with the global food system.

Furniture Design Studio Fall/Spring. 6 Credits. Core Course.

Architecture. Design. Industrial Design.

Scandinavian furniture design has a deep history of considering people, culture, and society in design development. The course gives you the opportunity to explore this particular relationship and to grow your individual design capabilities through studio assignments, lectures, field studies, and workshop activity producing your own furniture prototype. This course is taught vertically, and expectations relate to you as an individual student.

Prerequisites: You must be enrolled in a professional school or department of architecture or design at the junior or senior level.

Prior experience with stationary power tools and hand tools is required.

Furniture Design Workshop Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Architecture. Design. Industrial Design.

In this course, you take a modern and practical approach to the prototyping of new chair designs. Utilizing pre-formed veneer shells, chair components, and standard chair bases, you focus on designing readily and realistically producible furniture. Form and design inspiration are crucial to developing a successful chair that is distinctive in an increasingly standardized industry. This course runs for half of the semester in an intense format.

Prerequisite: Prior experience with stationary power tools and hand tools is required.

Corequisites: A core course within the Architecture & Design program.

Game Development Lab Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Computer Science. Mathematics.

You learn about all the components that make up a game, and as part of a semester-long project, you work in groups to propose, develop, and create a game. Through computer lab exercises, you practice programming techniques and discuss the benefits and challenges of using different languages such as Python, C++, C#, Java, etc.

Corequisite: Game Development: Programming and Practice Game Development: Programming and Practice Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Computer Science. Mathematics.

This course provides an overview of the phases of game development, with a focus on the pre-production and production phase. You identify and discuss the components within computer science that assist in game development. Additionally, you have opportunity to meet professional developers in the field.

Prerequisites: One year of computer science and one semester of calculus at university level. You must have experience with algorithms, operating system design, and programming language such as Java, C#, Scala, C, C++, Python, or JavaScript.

Corequisite: Game Development Lab Gang Crime in Scandinavia Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Criminology/Criminal Justice. Public Policy. Sociology.

Even relatively peaceful Denmark has gang crime, and leading groups, such as Hells Angels, Bandidos, and various immigrant outfits, fight over the drug and sex markets in Denmark.

Meanwhile, the media readily serves up real or exaggerated stories about gang wars and violent rivalry. This course explores why gangs come into existence and looks into gang crime investigations and social and political efforts to prevent gang activities from emerging or spreading. It also critically explores representations of gangs in the media and asks the fundamental question: what makes a group a gang?

Garden Art in European Culture Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Art History. History. Landscape Architecture.

Gardens are complex, three-dimensional (but overlooked) art works. Discover the expression of four millennia of European garden art. Explore how garden art has influenced other art forms and been depicted by them. Gain insight into how and why garden art reaches deep into its zeitgeist and has stimulated significant sociocultural innovations and change all across Europe.

Gay and Lesbian Writers in European Cities Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Literature.

As gay and lesbian authors record the world around them they do so from a distinct perspective that informs their reflection. In this class we look at writers who made some of the major European cities their homes and wrote about the societies, locations, people, and cultures they saw. We see Paris with James Baldwin, Djuna Barnes, and Jean Genet; Berlin with Christopher Isherwood; and London with Jeanette Winterson and Derek Jarman. We also review other writers and major figures who have been influential in the development of gay literature in Europe.

Gender and Sexuality in Scandinavia Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Anthropology. Gender Studies. Sociology.

Scandinavia is known for its liberal views on gender and sexuality and this course explores current Scandinavian debates on gender equality, the role of men and masculinity, family structures, homosexuality, sex education, the rights of transsexuals, and prostitution. How do concepts of gender, body, race, and sexuality intersect with concepts of normality and what are some of the new ethical dilemmas, gender roles, and ideals in a changing Scandinavia?

Geographic Information Systems: Applied Climate Change Cases Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Environmental Science. Geography. Geology.

The first part of this course is spent learning the basics of GIS in a DIS computer lab, and the second part is a series of GIS applications to different climate data sets. We investigate the applicability of GIS in many different contexts from research and commercial exploration to planning by public offices. Denmark alone has over 7,000 km of coastline, and municipalities have turned to GIS analysis in order to prepare climate adaptation strategies.

Getting There: Transportation in Urban Europe Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Environmental Studies. Sustainability. Urban Studies.

Moving people around within cities – getting them to and from work, school, and play – is a wicked problem that defies simplistic solutions. In this course we study not only the transportation infrastructure systems used in European cities, but the impact of individual and collective decisions about where we live, work, go to school, relax, and shop, as well as our choices of how to get around. Additionally, the European project to develop and deploy low-carbon and sustainable modes of transport are examined to understand the impacts on existing modes of travel and urban form.

Glaciers and Human Impact: Icelandic Climate Change Case Study Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Biology. Environmental Science. Geology.

This course focuses on the natural science and societal aspects of climate change with emphasis on historic times. The course takes a journey from ancient times through to the present describing periods when the climate was strikingly different than it is today and revealing the mechanisms and feedbacks that govern the climate system. With Iceland as your case study, you gain a thorough understanding of general climate mechanisms, with a focus on the past 1,000 years and how civilizations have interacted with climate processes.

Prerequisites: One semester environmental or earth science at university level. One year physics or chemistry is highly recommended.

Globalization and European Economies Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Economics. Finance. International Relations.

You will explore globalization and its impact on trade, capital, culture, and politics around the world. A particular focus will be on European economies and challenges faced by the EU and its neighbors. You will gain a deeper knowledge of theories within the field, and go on to apply and challenge economic thinking through discussions, field studies, and study tours.

Prerequisites: One course each in macro- and microeconomics, and one course either in intermediate or advanced macroeconomics, all at university level.

Globalized Islam and Sharia Law Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

International Relations. Political Science.

Muslim immigration to Europe has blurred the connection between a religion, a specific society, and a territory. This has led to various new constructions of identity, and in some cases, a re-creation of Muslim societies with Islamic institutions, such as Islamic banks, schools, and Sharia Councils within European cities. This course focuses on Islamic political science and Sharia law in a Western European context. You learn what Sharia is, how it is applied in different contexts, and how it relates or functions within Western European.

Glued to the Set: TV Shows, Norms, and Culture Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Communication. Film Studies. Media Studies.

TV shows and sitcoms like Game of Thrones, Glee, The Killing, The Office, Modern Family, I Love Lucy; and characters like Cosby, Homer Simpson, and Will and Grace both reflect and shape our societies’ gender roles, race relations, class divisions, sexual norms, and values. This course critically analyzes the history and importance of this TV genre in the U.S., England, and Scandinavia as mirrors of society and culture.

Graphic Design Foundations Studio Fall/Spring. 6 Credits. Core Course.

Design. Graphic Design. Studio Art. This course presents you with in-depth knowledge of, and professional skills within the field of graphic design. Develop your graphic sensibilities through analysis of existing examples of real-life visual identity, branding, and communication along with project-based studio assignments. You work in physical and digital media, and are challenged to use these media in each of your projects throughout the semester. Studios are taught vertically, combining students of different levels. Expectations relate to you as an individual student.

Prerequisites: Enrollment at a professional school or department of architecture or graphic design at the junior or senior level.

Completion of a minimum of two graphic design/drawing studios at university level. Experience in one or more programs in Adobe Suite.

Graphic Design Studio Fall/Spring. 6 Credits. Core Course.

Design. Graphic Design. Studio Art. In this course, you develop a comprehensive understanding of the Scandinavian and European approach to graphic design and explore methodologies that strengthen your individual design capabilities. You work on project-based assignments in visual identity, branding, and communication across all platforms.

Exploration and analysis of Scandinavian and European graphic case studies give your individual design capabilities a competitive edge. This course is taught vertically, and expectations relate to you as an individual student.

Prerequisites: Enrollment at a professional school or department of architecture or graphic design at the junior or senior level.

Completion of a minimum of two graphic design/drawing studios at university level. Knowledge of one or more programs in the Adobe Suite.

Guilty Pleasures of Pop Culture Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Communication. Film Studies. Literature.

What is popular culture, and how has it affected the cultural interaction between Europe and America? This is one of the main questions this course will elaborate upon. Most of us experience popular culture in our everyday life, often in the form of television, films, comics, and various digital media, and often we associate it with a ‘guilty pleasure’ reserved for the more ‘lazy’ aspects of our aesthetic taste. In this course, however, we examine popular culture as a valid form of cultural expression, which is not only closely linked to our contemporary view of the world, but also coincides with the rise of modern lifestyles in the 20th century, and the complex cultural interactions between Europe and America.

Hans Christian Andersen and the Danish Golden Age Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Literature.

Hans Christian Andersen’s tales are not just for children. His stories work on many levels providing not only entertainment, but also reflections on society, technical advancement, and values. The course provides an understanding of the Romantic Age and the Danish Golden Age, and of the societal and economic changes that affected life in mid-19th century Europe. Andersen’s works are analyzed through a variety of different literary approaches.

Happiness Lab: Positive Psychology Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Human Development. Psychology.

In this research-based lab, you work together with other students carrying out research activities to investigate how key concepts within the field of positive psychology may affect a person’s psychological, emotional, behavioral and/or cognitive style, and responses. Topics could include positive individual traits, positive emotions, and positive environments. Classwork consists of supervision of your research project within various phases, such as hypothesis shaping, method development, data collection, and analysis. Reviews of selected topics relevant to research, such as ethics and methodology, are also conducted.

Corequisite: Positive Psychology Health Beyond Borders Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Pre-Medicine/Health Science. Public Health.

Globalization contributes to major shifts in global health patterns and how they are perceived and addressed. Global health has become a discipline in itself. It emphasizes not only public health, but also the broader connections to economic and political factors, and the connections between national and international aspects. This course maps and analyzes progress and challenges in meeting global health goals.

Health Delivery and Prioritization Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Pre-Medicine/Health Science. Public Health. Public Policy.

Through this course you gain insight into the organization and provision of public health in Northern Europe, and of the historical, social, economic, and political background of the current healthcare systems. Furthermore, the course provides an understanding of what determines health, the priority setting for public health policy, and the relationship between the many stakeholders involved in policy making and provision of health services. Social and political dilemmas in the healthcare field are examined.

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Gender Perspectives on Human Rights Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Gender Studies. Human Rights. Legal Studies.

The course examines the human rights framework through a gendered lens. You learn how current human rights practices fail to account for the ways in which human rights abuses target women directly. Creating a women’s human rights framework will equip women with a way to define, analyze, and articulate their experiences of violence and marginality and allow them to develop an array of visions and strategies for change.

Health Economics and Health Policy in Europe Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Public Health. Public Policy.

This course provides you with an in-depth look at important concepts and theories in health economics and health policy analysis. You apply concepts and theories to actual cases from Europe in which health economics rationales clash with health politics. Basic economic appraisals of healthcare interventions and decision analysis of health policy processes are used to analyze current issues in Northern European healthcare systems.

Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Pre-Medicine/Health Science. Public Health.

This course addresses some of the very core questions of public health science such as how to prevent people from becoming ill and how to promote good health. Through case studies of major public health challenges in Denmark, you will familiarize yourself with a number of theories and methods for health promotion and prevention targeting some of the main determinants of health such as socioeconomic, structural, and individual factors. Furthermore, you design your own promotion or prevention tool.

Healthcare Strategies for At-Risk Populations Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Pre-Medicine/Health Science. Public Health. Public Policy.

Societies implement programs to lower health risks for vulnerable populations, but challenges arise due to external circumstances such as legal restraints, stigmatizations, or barriers involved in accessing hard to reach populations. Through Danish case studies, you study harm reduction as a healthcare strategy for at-risk populations such as intravenous drug users, undocumented immigrants, prisoners, sex workers, and homeless people not easily targeted through programs in conventional healthcare delivery.

History of Copenhagen: Structure, Plan, Design Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

History. Urban Design. Urban Studies.

The question underlying this course is a simple one: Why does Copenhagen look the way it does? The answer is less simple, though. Cities are human artifacts whose structure, plan, and design have evolved over the centuries in response to ever-changing needs and ideas. Therefore, to grasp current Copenhagen, we embark on an exciting journey into European intellectual, artistic, religious, political, economic, social, technological, and military history.

History of European Film Fall. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Communication. Film Studies. Media Studies.

Following an introduction to early European film, this course focuses on the development of film language, as well as major styles and trends in European filmmaking from the early pioneers to the Danish Dogme 95 movement. To place European film in context, a few major American films will also be studied. The course includes weekly screenings of selected European films.

History of Polar Discovery Spring. 1 Credit. Optional Study Tour Course.

Environmental Studies. History.

In this course, you learn about famous Scandinavian polar explorers, focusing on the ‘Golden Age’ of polar discovery between 1850-1920. Special focus is on Nordic explorers, including Amundsen, Nansen, and Rasmussen. The course also includes a trip to Svalbard, Norway, which is located only 1,300 km south of the North Pole.

Note: This course involves an additional fee as it includes a study tour to Svalbard, Norway.

History of Sexuality in Europe Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Gender Studies. History. Sociology.

The past ‘century of sex’ in Europe has taken us from prudish Victorian morals through ‘sexual liberation’ in the 1960s to internet dating and heated debates about sexual norms and rights in a multicultural Europe. This course explores how sexual norms and behaviors are intimately woven into 20th century European history, and investigates how our own sexualities are shaped by history.

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Course Descriptions Holocaust and Genocide Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Optional Study Tour Course.

Anthropology. History. Sociology.

This courses analyzes the causes and consequences of genocide.

Specific cases of genocide and near-genocide, including the Holocaust, are studied along with issues such as perpetrator profiles, commemoration, and genocide prevention. Definitions of genocide, methodology, and theories of the phenomena of genocide are discussed.

Note: This course involves an additional fee as it includes a study tour to Hamburg, Germany.

Human Health and Disease: A Clinical Approach Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Biology. Pre-Medicine/Health Science. Public Health.

This course offers an introduction to the most important human diseases, their diagnoses and treatments, and to the clinical practice of physicians at Danish university hospitals. Students are taught at Copenhagen University Hospitals by practicing physicians.

Prerequisites: One year of biology and one year of chemistry at university level.

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Identity Lab: Transforming Prejudice, Discrimination, and Conflict Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Political Science. Psychology. Sociology.

One of the major problems in the world today is the conflict of identities – be they of religion, culture, race, or country. Such conflicts are often rooted in an exclusive sense of self, and therefore, a solution to resolve such conflicts may lie in the emergence of truly inclusive identities. Applying cutting-edge research on identity and subjective experience, this experiential lab will explore and evolve identity-related processes that could transform prejudice, discrimination, and conflict.

Immunology Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Biology. Biomedicine/Biotechnology. Pre-Medicine/Health Science.

This course gives you a fundamental understanding of the immune system, including its development, important cellular factors, modes of physiological interactions, such as that with other somatic cells and pathogens, and the processes of immune cell activation and differentiation. Clinically relevant topics such as T and B cell-mediated immunity, as well as immunology of infection and vaccine development are covered.

Prerequisites: One year of biology, one semester of chemistry, and an introductory course in molecular biology/genetics at university level.

Impact of Epidemic Disease Upon European History, The Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

History. Public Health.

A broad overview of the shifting disease patterns of European history, from late Antiquity through the Middle Ages and Renaissance to the post-1700 decrease in mortality. Special attention will be paid to the contribution of epidemic disease to European attitudes, institutions, and policies within public health.

Human Trafficking in a Global Context Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Gender Studies. Human Rights. Legal Studies.

Globally, human trafficking ranks among the most profitable criminal activities. It is a violation of human rights, which manifests itself in ever-evolving ways of the exploitation of people. In this course you gain an understanding of the many types of human trafficking ranging from child trafficking, organ trafficking to trafficking for exploitation in prostitution and labor. You also learn the most important elements of legal and policy frameworks addressing trafficking at the European and international level.

Impressionism in Paris Fall/Spring. 1 Credit. Optional Study Tour Course.

Art History.

Rebelling against the Salon, the French Impressionists caused a revolution in the well-established art world, changing the existing rules of technique, color, and motif forever. The bustling life of Haussmann’s new modern Paris became the catalyst, birthplace, and subject matter for these forerunners of modern art. The selection of painters studied in this course includes Monet, Renoir, Degas, Manet, Berthe Morisot, Sisley, Bazille, Caillebotte, and Pisarro.

Note: This course involves an additional fee as it includes a study tour to Paris, France.

Humanitarian Law and Armed Conflict Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Human Rights. International Relations. Legal Studies.

This course is an examination of human rights and the laws of armed conflict and how they apply to contemporary cases. The course finds inspiration in current events, and enables you to analyze issues such as Somali piracy, the killing of Osama Bin Laden, and armed conflicts in Libya and Afghanistan in a legal context. You gain a thorough understanding of the legal aspects that regulate modern conflicts and understand how they interact with the political environment.

Prerequisite: A course in international relations or human rights at university level.

Innovation Through Design Thinking Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Architecture. Design. Entrepreneurship.

Design Thinking is ‘the ability to combine empathy for the context of a problem, creativity in the generation of solutions and rationality to analyze and fit solutions to the context’ (Robin Lanahan, Microsoft). It applies the ways designers work to a broader set of issues and problems in business and society. This course presents tools, processes, theories, and cases of Design Thinking in a language that is understood by all disciplines, no matter what experience the learner has. The course mixes illustrated lectures with fast-paced, hands-on multidisciplinary project activity. This course runs for half of the semester in an intense format.

Ice Cores and Ice Ages: Greenlandic Climate Change Case Study Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Biology. Environmental Science. Geology.

This course focuses on the natural science aspects of climate change during the prehistoric time with focus on the glacial and the deglaciation. You will examine climate mitigation and adaptation strategies through the study of past climate developments, especially throughout previous ice ages. The course focuses on pre-human times, and the 100,000 year old Greenlandic ice sheet provides an ideal case study.

Prerequisites: One semester environmental science or earth science at university level. One year of physics or chemistry at university level is highly recommended.

Integrated Climate Change Planning Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Sustainability. Urban Design. Urban Studies.

Cities in Europe are global frontrunners for climate initiatives to both reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to current and future climatic changes. This course focuses on some of the opportunities and challenges associated with the integration of climate change concerns into the heart of urban planning. This includes analyzing the synergies, conflicts, and trade-offs between mitigation and adaptation, understanding how planners address the complexities of planning for so many uncertain conditions, and the ways in which climate change has become a driver for sustainable urban development. You engage with planners, policy makers, NGOs, and businesses in Copenhagen that are actively involved in climate change planning.

Iceland: Vikings and Sagas Spring. 1 Credit. Optional Study Tour Course.

History. Literature. Religious Studies.

An introduction to the religion and worldview of the pre-Christian Scandinavians as reflected in primary medieval texts and poems from the Viking Age (A.D. 793-1066). An emphasis is placed on the Icelandic Sagas. A selection of contemporary literature is also read demonstrating how the sagas still influence the Icelandic people of the 21st century. Visits to landscapes and historical sites provide insights into the culture and values of the Vikings as well as Icelanders today.

Note: This elective course involves an additional fee as it includes a study tour to Reykjavik, Iceland.

Interior Architecture Foundations Studio Spring. 6 Credits. Core Course.

Architecture. Interior Architecture. Interior Design.

You will develop design skills through analysis of existing interiors and by solving realistic design problems in a Danish context. In studio projects, you construct spatial models in physical and digital media, and advance your communication skills to express abstract concepts. Studios are taught vertically, combining students of different levels. Expectations relate to you as an individual student.

Prerequisite: Documented background in fine arts or studio art, or completion of a course in drawing at university level.

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Interior Architecture Studio Spring. 6 Credits. Core Course.

Architecture. Interior Architecture. Interior Design.

Studio focuses on interior architectural design in a Danish context and developing a concept and project design within an existing structure. You create a design concept shaping interior space and user experience. Adaptive reuse and transformation features are among the prioritized challenges in which you will engage. Studio groups combine students of different levels and backgrounds. This course is taught vertically, and expectations relate to you as an individual student.

Prerequisites: Enrollment at a professional school or department of architecture or design at the junior or senior level, and completion of a minimum of two spatial design studios at university level.

International Advertising in a European Context Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Advertising. Business. Communication.

Globalization has made the international corporate world more alike, but it has not diminished the often subtle cultural and sociological differences among markets. This course offers in-depth knowledge of the elements of brand building, advertising, and PR across cultures.

International Business Negotiations Fall. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Copenhagen Business School Course.

Business. Communication.

This course offers an introduction to the process of business negotiations with parties whose interests, cultural norms, communication styles, and business expectations may differ significantly from one’s own. Negotiation theory is used to analyze the particulars of international business negotiations with a focus on two-party negotiations. This course includes intercultural negotiation simulations with Danish and other international students at the Copenhagen Business School.

International Financial Management Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Business. Economics. Finance.

A practical understanding of foreign exchange markets, international monetary markets, and international capital markets.

The course studies the concepts of currency arbitrage, risk management, cash management, international debt and equity financing, market behavior, and relevant aspects of European monetary policy and its capital markets. Students enrolled in this course will gain real-life experience participating in a two-day Global Capital Market Solutions (GCMS) trading program.

Prerequisites: One course each of macro- and microeconomics, and one course in finance, all at university level.

International Marketing and Branding Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Business. Communication. Marketing.

This course offers a framework for the development and implementation of a marketing plan, and an introduction to the key elements of brand marketing. Students work in groups on a marketing project with a Danish-based company, acquiring hands-on experience with marketing and branding.

Prerequisite: A marketing course at university level.

International Mergers and Acquisitions Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Business. Economics. Finance.

In this course we look at some of the forces that drive international mergers and acquisitions, study the players in the game, and look at the mechanics of getting a deal done. To get a living sense of the field, we study some of the most important recent transactions that have been completed – or attempted – including between U.S. and Danish companies. We analyze transactions consummated by corporations and by financial sponsors.

Prerequisite: An accounting course at university level.

International Reporting: Denmark as Your Beat Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Communication. Journalism. Media Studies.

What is it like to be an international reporter? In this dynamic course, you take full advantage of the Danish setting as you learn to find and produce news as a foreign correspondent. Additionally, you investigate how the Danish model of journalism works as well as learn about new media trends in citizen journalism, solution journalism, PR, and branded content.

Kierkegaard’s Authorship Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

University of Copenhagen Course.

Literature. Philosophy. Religious Studies.

A study of the works of Copenhagen’s most radical author, Søren Kierkegaard (1813-1855). Kierkegaard’s entire authorship is centered around the existential project that confronts every human being: to become oneself and none other than oneself. This course examines his witty, humorous, but also deeply earnest, exploration of self-identity. We remain especially attentive to the ways in which Kierkegaard’s thought is critical of inherited ethnic and cultural definitions of self, and study how his approach is uniquely modern.

Prerequisite: One philosophy or literature course at university level.

Law Practice from a European Perspective Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Business. International Relations. Legal Studies.

A good lawyer in the 21st century needs more than a legal degree to practice law internationally or at home. As a small country with an urgent need to negotiate and trade with others, Denmark is a unique place to examine and practice legal and business skills. International law encompasses many different legal career paths, ranging from business to humanitarian law, from private to government practice, and in this pre-law course, we meet with practitioners of international business law and examine topics from a European perspective with a theoretical and practical approach.

You gain insight into the importance of non-legal skill sets such as cultural sensitivity, negotiation skills, intercultural competencies, and analytical thinking.

Leadership Across Cultures Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Business. Leadership Studies. Management.

This course introduces the role of a corporate leader and the factors influencing leadership in cross-cultural teams. You will examine theories related to corporate leadership, what makes a good leader, and developing leaders within an organization. The course also explores the role of culture in a corporate context and the challenges leaders face when leading multicultural teams and teams located in various geographic regions.

Learning in Scandinavian Classrooms Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Child Development. Education/Educational Studies. Sociology.

This course takes departure in Scandinavian pedagogy and teaching methods with specific emphasis on Danish public school classrooms, and analysis of current social policies within education and learning models. By drawing on current Scandinavian research, this class addresses questions such as: What is experiential, collaborative, and visible learning? What strategies or techniques are present in classroom settings? How are teachers prepared to meet these challenges?

LGBTQ in Europe: Theories, Communities, and Spaces Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Gender Studies. Sociology.

Scandinavia has historically been on the forefront of LGBTQ rights. But does that mean that Scandinavia is homo- and transphobia free? And is the ‘Scandinavian model’ necessarily the best blueprint for other countries to follow? This class discusses Scandinavian and American LGBTQ politics from a norm-critical standpoint.

London: Reading the City Fall/Spring. 1 Credit. Optional Study Tour Course.

Literature. Theater Studies. Urban Studies.

London is, and has always been, a hub where great minds meet and find inspiration in the life of the city. For centuries, London has inspired authors, poets, and playwrights. Virtually every street has its place in literary history, from Baker Street to Bloomsbury, Dickens to Wilde, from Blake’s chartered streets near the Thames to the ethnic fabric of Brick Lane. Explore the storytelling traditions of London in this course and study tour.

Note: This elective course involves an additional fee as it includes a study tour to London, England.

Making of the Modern Self: Existential Philosophy Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

University of Copenhagen Course.

Ethics. Literature. Philosophy.

Focusing on thinkers from Continental Europe like Jean-Paul Sartre, Simone de Beauvoir, Martin Heidegger, Hannah Arendt, and Copenhagen’s own Søren Kierkegaard, this course traces the development of the conception of ‘selfhood’ in the 19th and 20th centuries. We study how ethical thinking has moved from the language of duty to that of personal answerability, and how the search for meaningful personal existence has increasingly become the responsibility of the individual.

Prerequisite: A philosophy course at university level.

Masculinities in Scandinavia Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Anthropology. Gender Studies. Sociology.

Scandinavian women are often represented as independent and sexually liberated and the men as slightly effeminate metrosexuals who clean, cook, and care for their children. But what does it even mean to be masculine and feminine and how is it related to our bodies and intersect with sexuality, race, and class?

This class explores how particular masculinities are expressed and negotiated in the lives of Scandinavian men and masculine women, and articulated in popular media, politics, literature, art, and commercials.

Meaning of Style Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Communication. Fashion Studies. Sociology.

What do clothes say and how do we interpret them? Today, fashion is essential in the communication and creation of identities.

We use dress to express our individuality or to fit into a community.

Sub-cultures have specific looks, some clothes are highly controversial, and fashion is a multi-billion dollar industry. Based in Scandinavia’s fashion capital, this class explores the world of fashion and the ways meaning is ascribed to clothing.

Medical Biotechnology and Drug Development Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Biology. Biomedicine/Biotechnology. Pre-Medicine/Health Science.

The course explores the impact that biotechnology has on medicine, including personalized medicine, immune response reactions and side effects, vaccine development and stem cell technology. Topics are covered using a ‘3-module approach’: drug discovery and development, peptides and nucleotides as biopharmaceuticals, and immune defense-related biopharmaceuticals. The course further compares the Danish and European pharmaceutical and biotechnology research communities, and the business aspects involved in drug development through field studies.

Prerequisites: One year of biology and one year of chemistry at university level.

Medical Ethics Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Ethics. Pre-Medicine/Health Science. Public Health.

The practice of medicine entails a multitude of dilemmas for the healthcare provider and patient: issues of justice and access to care, confidentiality, informed consent, etc. Also, difficult decisions involving values, norms, principles, and priorities are present in everyday clinical work. In this course, you discuss and apply ethical theories to concrete examples of clinical practice such as euthanasia, reproduction technology, and organ donation, and discuss ethical questions related to medical research.

Medical Exploration of HIV/AIDS Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Biology. Pre-Medicine/Health Science. Public Health.

The course provides you with a broad evidence-based knowledge of the HIV pandemic, with a strong focus on the clinical effects of the disease. You have the opportunity to understand HIV/AIDS as both an acute and chronic disease from a biological perspective.

Furthermore, the course also studies local and global factors relevant to the continued spread of HIV, the obstacles in the prevention of HIV, and the complications and successes relating to HIV treatment.

Prerequisites: One year of biology and one year of chemistry at university level.

Migrants, Minorities, and Belonging in Denmark Fall. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Ethnic Studies. Religious Studies. Sociology.

Globalization, decolonization, cheap international airfare, wars, and natural catastrophes have massively increased the movement of people around the world. In Denmark, immigrants are often portrayed in rather stereotypical ways such as ‘good, hardworking, and highly skilled’ professionals, religious extremists, or parasites on the Danish welfare state system. This course challenges such stereotypes by focusing on the diversity and experiences of a variety of immigrant communities.

Modern Frames: European Art and Cinema Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Art History. Film Studies. Media Studies.

From the great auteurs in European filmmaking to the provocateurs of the contemporary art scene, this course examines artistic expression in European cinema and visual arts. What role does independent film and art movements play in 20th and 21st century Europe? How are aesthetics influenced by the changing political landscape? When do visual arts go beyond consumerism?

We will do a case study of subversive art in Europe and meet with Danish directors to discuss film.

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Kierkegaard Honors Level Seminar Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

University of Copenhagen Course.

Philosophy. Religious Studies.

This seminar consists of a lecture series by distinguished scholars from the Søren Kierkegaard Research Center at the University of Copenhagen, and roundtable discussions among students from DIS and the University of Copenhagen, Kierkegaard’s alma mater.

Each lecture covers an important aspect of Kierkegaard’s work.

At the end of the course, you are able to distinguish and discuss various interpretations of Kierkegaard’s philosophy.

Prerequisite: Two philosophy courses at university level.

Music Composition: Private Studio Instruction Fall/Spring. 6 Credits. Elective Course.

Royal Danish Academy of Music Course.

Music.

This course includes private tutelage and one-on-one instruction in theory, instrumentation, or electro-acoustics. The course aims at developing the composer’s own faculty and creativity in order to adequately represent his or her ideas through composition.

Prerequisite: Music majors or students of music with significant formal training only.

Music Performance: Instrument Fall/Spring. 6 Credits. Elective Course.

Royal Danish Academy of Music Course.

Music.

This course offers individual training in principal instrument.

Depending on subject and level, you may also have the opportunity to participate in different related activities such as concerts, orchestral, and ensemble playing.

Prerequisite: Music majors or students of music with significant formal training only.

Music Performance: Voice Fall/Spring. 6 Credits. Elective Course.

Royal Danish Academy of Music Course.

Music.

This course offers individual training in voice. Depending on subject and level, you may also have the opportunity to participate in different related activities such as concerts, musical drama, ensemble singing, chamber choir, and master classes.

Prerequisite: Music majors or students of music with significant formal training only.

Muslims in the West Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Ethnic Studies. Religious Studies. Sociology.

As both European clashes over the Muslim female headscarf and the Arab Spring have shown, the question of Islam’s compatibility with democracy and gender equality is a hotbed of cultural and political dispute. In this course you study the relation between Islam, democracy, and gender rights, and develop hands-on and theoretical tools to analyze such debates.

National Obsession, A: England and the Culture of Football Fall/Spring. 1 Credit. Optional Study Tour Course.

Anthropology. Sociology.

This course looks at European soccer (specifically football in England) on the macro-level, but includes case studies within it: specifically, there is a special focus on the working class origins of the game, the fan culture, and the impact of Heysel and Hillsborough on Liverpool FC. To create a wider context, we learn about soccer culture in different European countries and examine how team loyalty often reflects social, economic, religious, and national identity.

Note: This course involves an additional fee as it includes a study tour to Manchester and Liverpool.

Neuroimaging of the Diseased Brain Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Biology. Neuroscience. Pre-Medicine/Health Science.

This course examines pathological changes in the human brain in psychiatric and neurological disorders, including depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, Alzheimer’s, and addictive disorders.

The key principles underlying neuroanatomical and functional alterations of affected neural systems are reviewed in recent neuroimaging experiments, with an emphasis on functional, structural, and diffusion magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) methods. Case studies exemplify how MRI techniques can aid in a more accurate and earlier diagnosis.

Prerequisites: One year of biology and one semester of neuroscience, physiological psychology, or biological psychology at university level.

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Course Descriptions Neurological Disorders and Diseases Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Biomedicine/Biotechnology. Neuroscience.

Pre-Medicine/Health Science.

From textbook to treatment, this course provides a translational approach to understanding the foundational neurobiological and clinical aspects of some of the most prevalent neurological disorders and diseases. Neurology concerning the cerebrovascular system (stroke), the functioning of the motoric system (Parkinson’s), and the degeneration of cognitive and behavioral functions (Alzheimer’s, dementia) are discussed in the classroom and illustrated in the clinical setting. The neurobiology of each of these disorders is explored from a biological and chemical perspective, complimented by a clinical understanding of symptomology and diagnosis. You learn the respective imaging methodology, physiology, brain anatomy, and research methods for each disease discussed, giving you a well-rounded understanding of each disorder.

Prerequisites: One year of biology and one year of chemistry at university level.

Neuroplasticity: From Neurons to Behavior Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Neuroscience. Pre-Medicine/Health Science. Psychology.

This course focuses on the neurobiological and behavioral components of neural plasticity. By the end of the course students have an understanding of the neural development of the human brain and implications for psychological and social behavior; the adult brain and neuroplasticity with respect to learning and aging; and brain repair with focus on rehabilitation of the adult brain after acquired brain injury.

Prerequisite: One semester of neuroscience, physiological psychology, or biological psychology at university level.

Neuroscience Methodology: A Cellular Approach to Cognition Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Biomedicine/Biotechnology. Neuroscience.

Pre-Medicine/Health Science.

This course aims to provide an overview of the most accepted and scientifically acknowledged methods available to study cognitive processes, both in animal and human models. In the study of humans there is an emphasis on neuroimaging methods such as PET and MRI. The relationships between the use of animal and human models are explored to understand how the use of each method can affect the others. An explorative lab field study will be included.

Prerequisites: One year of biology and one semester of neuroscience, physiological psychology, or biological psychology at university level.

Neuroscience of Fear Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Biomedicine/Biotechnology. Neuroscience. Psychology.

Fear is a multifaceted term that can be explained anatomically, biologically, and psychologically. This course begins by illustrating the cause and effects of fear on an anatomical and functional level, followed by demonstrating the physiological, psychological, and evolutionary aspects. Several theories and concepts behind unconsciousness, perception, and emotion are introduced in order to facilitate discussions covering fear in everyday life, as well as fear as a component of dysfunctional behaviors.

Prerequisites: One year of biology and one semester of neuroscience, physiological psychology, or biological psychology at university level.

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Neuroscience of Religion and Atheism Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Neuroscience. Psychology. Religious Studies.

The course offers an opportunity to explore and debate what neuroscientific methods reveal about the brain’s role in spiritual experiences. Main topics include exploring evolutionary pressures on religion and the brain, examining religious experiences in pathological and drug-induced states, debating what the brains of religious professionals and atheists reveal, and discussing what is ‘normal‘ in religious experience, taking cultural and individual perspectives into consideration and questioning the feasability of this line of questioning and methods used.

Prerequisite: A psychology course at university level.

Partners and Rivals: EU-U.S. Relations Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

International Relations. Political Science.

This course focuses on the differences and similarities in political culture in the U.S. and Europe, the role of political leadership, the approach to international negotiations, and the global role in the new world order. Included in the course are case studies of global security issues, including the impact of an emerging China, the Middle East and the Iraq War, trade agreements and WTO disputes, the Euro crisis and the U.S. ‘fiscal cliff,’ and environmental policies and climate change.

New Media and Changing Communities Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Communication. Media Studies.

How does new media facilitate or challenge collaboration, community building, and future scenarios? The ambition of this course is to understand the contemporary importance of media in creating communities and collaboration. We draw on European theories of communication and hands-on activities, and examine the kinds of community and collaboration that are thriving due to online culture. The course also focuses on the controversy of surveillance, privacy, and the ‘darknet’ – the dark side of the web.

Philosophy of Mental Health Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

University of Copenhagen Course.

Neuroscience. Philosophy. Psychology.

Mental illness is an increasing problem involving dramatic personal and socioeconomic costs. Developments in genetics, evolutionary biology, and neuroscience over the last two decades have made it obvious for psychiatrists and psychologists alike that the question ‘what is mental illness?’ is still an open question that requires interdisciplinary resources. In this course, we attempt to develop a solid conceptual framework for the interdisciplinary exploration of mental illness. This course is an introduction to the burgeoning field of philosophy of psychiatry.

New Nordic Design Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Architecture. Design. Industrial Design.

This course investigates the present state of design in Scandinavia - the New Nordic. You touch on design at all scales from the Scandinavian region, and the relevance of regional design characteristics in the globalized world of today are critically evaluated. Throughout the course you investigate the distinction between ‘making’ - how cultural products like architecture, design, literature, film, food, etc., come about – and ‘identity’ – what these cultural products mean to individuals, to communities, and to society. Field studies to illustrate sites in Copenhagen form an integral part of the course.

Photojournalism Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Communication. Journalism. Photography.

Photojournalism tells stories through pictures and this class invites you to fully immerse yourself in Danish life and tell stories with your camera. Together, we critically analyze examples of photos that have changed world history and discuss the ethics of photojournalism. You then choose a Danish person as your subject with the aim to produce your own classic photographic feature in the tradition of Life Magazine.

Note: This course focuses on telling stories through pictures, not on photographic technicalities. You need to bring your own camera.

Nordic Culinary Culture Fall/Spring. 1 Credit. Optional Study Tour Course.

Sociology. Sustainability.

New Nordic cuisine is known for using local and seasonal products, reviving and adapting traditional Nordic cooking techniques, and combining good taste with health and well-being.

In this course, students analyze New Nordic cuisine through case studies in Copenhagen and rural Danish regions. At the end of this course you will have a better understanding of where your food comes from and how the concept of ‘New Nordic’ incorporates purity, freshness, simplicity, and ethics into a local food system.

Note: This elective course involves an additional fee as it includes a study tour to the Danish islands of Lolland and Falster.

Physical Activity and Mental Health: From Culture to Neuroscience Fall. 3 Credits.

Psychology. Public Health.

How can physical activity improve mental and psychological health? Social, cultural, psychological, and neuroscience perspectives will be explored. This course focuses on the influence physical activity has on areas such as stress, anxiety, depression, self-perceptions, cognitive function, sleep, and pain. Specifically, U.S./European comparisons will be made with regard to cultural and environmental differences. Scandinavian perspectives will be highlighted where appropriate.

Prerequisite: A psychology course at university level.

Nordic Mythology Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

History. Literature. Religious Studies.

The religion and worldview of the pre-Christian Scandinavians is reflected in the mythology preserved in medieval texts and poems from the Viking Age (800-1050). The course is based on readings of these primary texts and the Icelandic Sagas that provide further glimpses into the culture and values of the Vikings. Analysis of the sagas as anthropological source material, as well as literature, completes the course. Throughout the semester, field studies to museums and archaeological sites will help us reconstruct Viking spiritual life.

Polar Biology Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Biology. Environmental Science. Sustainability.

In this course, you will gain an understanding of biology of the polar areas, with a special emphasis on the Northern Hemisphere.

You will further understand how organisms of the polar regions are evolutionary adapted to cold terrestrial or marine habitats with strong seasonality. By studying theoretical and practical case studies, you will gain insight into population dynamics and species richness within Denmark, and of the Arctic regions in Norway and Greenland.

Prerequisites: One semester of environmental or earth science at university level. One semester of biology or ecology is highly recommended.

Nordic Noir Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Literature. Media Studies.

Why are the TV series, movies, and crime fiction of Scandinavia so appealing? Is it the terse language, the Nordic landscape? Is it that the protagonists are anti-heroes, feminists, or outsiders?

In the novels and on the screen, secrets are exposed and the postcard perfection of the Scandinavian welfare states is revealed to have a dark side. We study novels and TV series to encircle the phenomenon of Nordic Noir and discuss how these mirror Scandinavian society of today.

Online Surveillance, Privacy, and Cybersecurity Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Human Rights. International Relations. Political Science.

The world is connected like never before. Government satellites, nuclear submarines and power plants, your bank details, medical records, and holiday pictures are all online and vulnerable. What does this connectivity entail for the future of warfare and for the future of privacy? This course is a study of the applicability of and challenges to international law in relation to harmful cyber activities perpetrated by states and non-state groups alike.

Pornography in Scandinavia Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Anthropology. Gender Studies. Sociology.

Denmark was the first country in the world to legalize pornography.

Critics argue that pornography encourages prostitution, objectifies women, and creates false images of men’s and women’s sexual performances. Proponents argue that pornography produces pleasure and enables erotic communication. This class looks at the history of pornography and studies the specific conditions that enabled the legalization of pornography in Denmark, and the emergence of feminist and queer porn.

Positive Psychology Practicum: Methods and Practice Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Education/Educational Studies. Human Development. Psychology.

A companion course for Positive Psychology, this practicum focuses on the application of positive psychology concepts, theories, and interventions in a Danish context. The aim is the development of professional skills such as observation, interviewing, and interventions within the field, by being placed in one of a variety of organizations. The benefits and challenges of applying positive psychology in diverse settings are explored.

Corequisite: Positive Psychology Note: Criminal clearance from state or local authorities prior to leaving the U.S. (or your country of citizenship) is required.

Pregnancy, Birth, and Infancy in Denmark Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Biology. Pre-Medicine/Health Science. Public Health.

This course examines how the Danish healthcare system cares for mother and child from conception through pregnancy into early childhood. Emphasis is placed on three major areas: medical aspects of a healthy pregnancy including birth and postnatal care, services provided by the welfare system, and cultural values inherent in this system. Topics include the role of the midwife, pain relief, regulations governing maternity leave, and concepts of normality and risk.

Prerequisite: One year of biology at university level.

Prostitution and the Sex Trade in Europe Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Legal Studies. Public Policy. Sociology.

This course focuses on prostitution as a parallel or grey economy in Europe. You gain insight into the historical, cultural, and political aspects of prostitution in Scandinavia and other European countries such as the Netherlands and Sweden. You also examine prostitution from different perspectives ranging from sex workers, customers, and anti-trafficking advocacy groups, to law enforcement officials and politicians.

Psychology of Adolescence: A Scandinavian Perspective Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Child Development. Human Development. Psychology.

What are the psychosocial challenges for adolescents today?

The purpose of this course is to develop an understanding of the physical, emotional, social, moral, and psychological changes occurring during the transitional period of adolescence and the challenges that adolescents experience today. Adolescent development, psychopathology, and implications for treatment and change are considered, and similarities and differences from a Scandinavian perspective are presented.

Prerequisite: A psychology course at university level.

Psychology of Adult Development Fall. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Human Development. Psychology. Sociology.

How is our future shaped as adults? Significant recent changes in global demographics emphasized the importance of life-span theory in psychology. This course examines this renewed emphasis on the essential psychosocial tasks of 25-75 year old adults. You learn how individuals typically change socially, emotionally, and cognitively as they move through adulthood, as well as the latest demographic and medical changes in these key years.

Prerequisite: A psychology course at university level.

Psychology of Crisis Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Human Development. Psychology.

This course examines how the severe psychological stress that comes with a disaster; critical incident or a life crisis affects an individual’s biology, conceptions of the world, and psychological functioning. On the basis of case studies (e.g. Paris attacks), the course covers models for crisis interventions and provides a theoretical framework for understanding psychological resilience and vulnerability. Why do some people hardly react to traumatic incidences while others are marked for life?

Prerequisite: A psychology course at university level.

Psychology of Endings Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Human Development. Psychology. Sociology.

The endings of important life events and relationships are often difficult to enact and troubling to experience. This course explores theory, research, and real-world settings that address when and why individuals are tested by endings, how we and health professionals respond to common life endings, and what an ending might tell us about the nature of the things that have ended.

Prerequisite: A psychology course at university level.

Psychology of Human Sexuality Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Gender Studies. Human Development. Psychology.

This course deals with issues related to human sexuality, emphasizing the psychological perspective. Prevailing sexual norms in Western society and how these norms originated will be considered. Examples of topics range from gender and transgender issues to fetishes and paraphilias, as well as sexual development, sexual disorders, and sex therapy. You will develop a greater awareness of your own sexuality and the sexuality of others.

Prerequisite: A psychology course at university level.

Psychology of Leadership Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Leadership Studies. Organizational Behavior. Psychology.

This course examines the psychological and social processes that characterize effective leadership, including the qualities of leaders, psychological exchanges between leaders and followers, and the situations that make some people better leaders than others. Leadership is examined under the perspectives of social and differential psychology, including teamwork, development of employees, intelligence, and power as key factors in leadership.

Psychology of Peak Performance Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Human Development. Psychology.

What is ‘peak performance’ and how is it developed, enhanced, and maintained? This course explores the development and maintenance of optimal performance in diverse domains such as business, performing arts, sports, the military, or any other sphere of action with a performance component. Using theoretical perspectives and research findings from performance psychology, this dynamic course is supplemented with Scandinavian and European case examples as regards application.

Prerequisite: A psychology course at university level.

Psychology of Time Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Psychology. Sociology.

This course focuses on temporal matters in a variety of areas: individual differences, social and clinical psychology, cross-cultural communication, and sustainability. It has two major parts. Part 1 is dedicated to the temporal aspects of individual behavior, such as use of time, pace of life, temporal orientations, and motivation.

Part 2 covers temporal aspects of groups, temporal identity of groups and cultures, reactions to change and adaptation, collective actions, role of time in solving social dilemmas.

Prerequisite: A psychology course at university level.

Psychopharmacology: Substances and the Brain Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Biomedicine/Biotechnology. Neuroscience. Pre-Medicine/Health Science.

This course focuses on how the brain’s physiology is affected in different psychiatric disorders and under the influence of various psychoactive drugs, both legal and illegal. Course topics are approached from a biological, chemical, and psychological perspective. Concepts including neurotransmitters, basic neurobiology, psychiatric disorders, and psychoactive drugs are studied extensively.

Prerequisites: One year of biology and one year of chemistry at university level.

Public Health Ethics Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Ethics. Pre-Medicine/Health Science. Public Health.

Decision makers of health policies are increasingly dealing with ethical dilemmas. This course addresses some of these, such as the protection of society from infectious disease, and modification of individual lifestyles. Real-life cases are studied and illustrate the tension between individual choice and societal guidelines for smoking, immunization, and the application of new medical technologies.

Public Mental Health Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Psychology. Public Health.

In this course, we explore the current state of public mental health in Europe and the different challenges faced by those with mental health conditions as compared to physical health problems.

Through the use of peer-reviewed literature, policy briefs, popular media, and discussions with experts in academia and Danish industry, you learn how to promote mental health through effective communication including peer-reviewed publishing.

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Positive Psychology Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Education/Educational Studies. Human Development. Psychology.

This course combines a study of theory, research, and application in the rapidly growing field of positive psychology. You critically examine the psychology of well-being with both its possibilities and limitations, focusing on topics such as positive emotions, character strengths, flow, flourishing, mindfulness, creativity, and post-traumatic growth within the context of culture and history.

You investigate how positive psychology complements other areas of psychology, therapy, coaching, and communication; and how it can be applied in real-world, professional settings such as business development and the clinical context. Through experiential learning and reflection, you gain the necessary tools for developing sustainable happiness and increased life satisfaction.

Prerequisite: A psychology course at university level.

Putin’s Russia Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

History. Political Science.

Russia, the world’s largest country, is a major player on the international scene, and only a two hour flight from Denmark.

We start with a focus on President Putin and his inner circle, moving into Russian society, economy, media, and politics.

With flashbacks to Russia’s dramatic history we study the cases from the ‘Russian nightmares’ (when Russia was close to disintegration), and use these cases as a lens through which we understand Russian politics today.

Religion and Politics in Europe Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Political Science. Religious Studies.

Is the liaison between religion and politics a dangerous one?

Religion has certainly resurfaced as a visible player in politics, public life, and international relations. This course explores the pressure on secularism and the idea that religion and politics and church and state should be kept apart in a European context.

Religion in Crisis Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

University of Copenhagen Course.

Philosophy. Religious Studies.

We explore the evolution of religious thinking in the 19th and early 20th centuries, much of which was a response to the Enlightenment demand that religion justify itself in terms of rationality. We examine authors such as Hegel, Feuerbach, Kierkegaard, Nietzsche, James, Otto, Bultmann, Tillich, and Lindbeck. This course is interdisciplinary and includes readings and discussions relevant for philosophy, theology, and religious studies.

Religious Mythos and Philosophical Logos Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Classics. Philosophy. Religious Studies.

In this philosophy and religious studies course, we explore the function of myth and the emergence of the rational philosophical mind. We begin with the great poets, philosophers, and prophets of Ancient Greece, including Homer, Sophocles, and Plato and conclude with works from the modern Continental thinkers: Hegel, Kierkegaard, Nietzsche, and Heidegger.

Renewable Energy Systems Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Environmental Studies. Public Policy. Sustainability.

Climate change calls for radical rethinking of our energy systems ultimately, a change toward 100% renewable energy systems. But is this possible? This course examines the technical, economic, political, and social aspects of renewable energy. Different renewable energy technologies (wind, solar, hydro, biomass, etc.) are explored, and the strengths and weaknesses of different policy options (feed-in tariffs, quotas, etc.) are discussed.

Research Project Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

If you would like to conduct research while in Denmark, perhaps as part of a project or thesis for your home university, you may apply for a Research Project under the guidance of a Danish faculty supervisor. The project should be something that uses Copenhagen specifically as a resource. For this option, you must plan your research project the semester before DIS with a professor or advisor at your home university who must be willing to communicate with you and your DIS research supervisor while you are in Denmark.

Note: Additional application required – see website for details.

Rhetoric of Gaming and its Cultural Impact Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Communication. Computer Science. Rhetoric.

If you have ever played a game in your life, yet never considered its implications, then this course is for you. Through examples of board and video games, we analyze games as a communicative system, while assessing the cultural impact of games and the gaming community that surrounds it. Scandinavia, with its thriving culture of independent game developers, is a unique context to critically study games from a cultural and rhetorical perspective.

Note: The course is non-technical and no gaming experience is required, though you will also enjoy this class if you are a gamer.

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Course Descriptions Royalty in the Land of Equality Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

History. Sociology.

Denmark’s royal family has had a significant impact on the history, art, architecture, and urban planning of the country. But why do Danes continually support the monarchy in a country known for equality? This course discusses the institution of the monarchy, including comparative studies of other European royalty and American First Families. The classroom occasionally grows and Copenhagen, with its streets and monuments, will embrace us.

Visits include half-day trips to palaces and churches.

Scandinavian Moods in Cinema Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Communication. Film Studies. Media Studies.

This course studies contemporary Nordic film. For years, the work of Roy Anderson, Lukas Moodysson, Aki Kaurismäki, Dagur Kari, and others have set a special tone and atmosphere in Scandinavian cinema. In this course we study how the heirs to Bergman, von Trier, and the Dogme 95 movement ask new questions and what elements, themes, and stories are typical of new Scandinavian film.

Science and Health Think Tank Fall. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Biomedicine/Biotechnology. Entrepreneurship.

This course provides you with real-life projects from companies, non-profit, or government agencies. The aim is to prepare you for future careers in science and health, and to nurture innovation competencies. The focus is on creating or optimizing products, methods, or processes by combining unlikely matter and perspectives. You learn transferable skills in order to to conduct yourself as a professional on the job and apply tools for optimal innovation while immersed in a think tank environment.

Science Research Practicum Fall/Spring. 6 Credits. Elective Course.

Neuroscience. Pre-Medicine/Health Science. Public Health.

This is an experiential learning opportunity that allows you to gain experience in your area of study within the natural and health sciences. This practicum involves an average of 20 hours a week with laboratory and clinically-based research opportunities. You are matched with a supervisor who can offer both academic and professional advice in order to fulfill one of the main goals of this experience: to develop a student/supervisor relationship that benefits both the DIS student and the Copenhagen-based research institution.

Prerequisite: Multiple practicum opportunities are available within this course, each having specific prerequisites – see website for details.

Note: Additional application required – see website for details.

Sense of Place in European Literature, A Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Creative Writing. Literature.

This course explores the interrelation between place and text to introduce new perspectives on European literature.

You engage in dialogue on some of the great voices of Europe, from Dostoevsky to contemporary Nordic and post-communist authors.

Social Brain, The: Neuropsychology of Social Behaviors Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Human Development. Neuroscience. Psychology.

The goal of this course is to explore the neural basis of human social interaction. We study how social psychology and neuroscience inform our understanding of social behavior, with each discipline offering a unique and complimentary perspective.

Emphasis is placed on research findings in social neuroscience.

Examples of topics include social brain development, the self in social interaction, emotion, theory of mind, and empathy.

Prerequisites: One semester of neuroscience, physiological psychology, or biological psychology course at university level.

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Sociology of Migration Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Ethnic Studies. International Relations. Sociology.

Mass immigration – particularly, the question of how to control immigration has been high on the European agenda for the past 15 years. The issue is often framed as a cause of anxiety culturally, politically, and economically in Europe. Consequently, this course investigates and questions the emergence of a so-called ‘Fortress Europe’ – in particular the securitization and externalization of European borders. Furthermore, through four case studies, the different national responses to mass immigration and their connection with populism and nationalist sentiments are investigated.

Sociology of the Family Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Child Development. Gender Studies. Sociology.

This course involves a sociological analysis of family structure, dynamics, and child-rearing patterns in diverse cultures. The principal objective of the course is to demythologize the family by exploring ways ‘the family’ is experienced by people in different cultures, social classes, historical periods, and gender. To increase our understanding of contemporary family issues, we look at work-family balance, parenting, marriage, divorce, and adoption through the lens of sociological theory.

Sound Engineering and Music Production Fall/Spring. 6 Credits. Elective Course.

Danish Academy of Royal Music Course.

Music.

As a student in this course, you can specialize within any genres of rhythmic contemporary or classical music. The course covers sound engineering and practical music production, covering microphones, mixing consoles, audio processing, computer based multi-track recording, mixing, mastering, production management, communication, and sound aesthetics. The lessons will be situated in world-class studio and concert hall facilities. This course is taught at your level, whether you are studying to be a professional in this area, or are a performer or composer, and wish to make your own high quality audio recordings.

Sports Economics Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Business. Economics. Management.

The sports industry has grown to one of the largest industries in the modern society. This sector is in many aspects different from other industries. You gain an understanding of the individual interests and deliveries by the different independent but strongly networked stakeholders in relation to the impacts of sports on the society. This course covers sports economics from both a macro and micro perspective looking at the impact of sports activities on society, including economic impact and national identity, and the financing models, sponsorships, and marketing of sports organizations.

Prerequisites: One course each of micro- and macroeconomics at university level.

Stolen Childhoods: Migrant and Refugee Children in Europe Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Child Development. Human Development. Human Rights.

This course focuses on the human rights and developmental issues surrounding displaced and exploited children. Through a variety of sources and methods, you investigate how displacement affects children and families, and how their presence affects the European countries that receive them. You broaden your understanding of the issues children face globally and critically engage with issues and possible solutions.

Strategic Communication Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Business. Communication. Public Relations.

This course introduces you to the field of strategic communication in Denmark and the UK. Through field trips, case studies, guest lectures, and study tours, you gain first-hand knowledge of how communication professionals work. Classes are built around Danish case studies and direct student-client relations to prepare you for strategic communication tasks in the real world.

Strategic Planning for Leaders Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Business. Leadership Studies. Management.

In this course we bring strategic planning to life by examining several models and mastering a set of well-established techniques. We critique an actual strategic plan and conduct real life strategic exercises with actual work samples. You work with a local Danish non-profit organization, spending some time on site learning more about the organization, conducting a half-day training session with staff from the organization, and presenting your experience to the class.

Strategies for Urban Livability Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Sociology. Urban Design. Urban Studies.

Four contemporary strategies are explored: the city as a human habitat where quality of life through climatic conditions, transportation systems, and public space are analyzed; the democratic city where you explore social sustainability in city development; bicycle urbanism looking at the Danish bicycle culture as a case study in urban planning and at the sociocultural level; and the concept of ‘European fit city’ where the physical environment supports a healthy lifestyle.

Sustainable by Design Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Architecture. Design. Sustainability.

For many years, Scandinavian countries have played a significant role in the movement of societies towards economic, social, and environmental sustainability. This course focuses on sustainable concepts and strategies to integrate new rigorous sustainable solutions into architecture, urbanism, design, and lifestyle choices.

Case studies are used to investigate how concepts are applied in reality, to assess how they work at various scales, and to gain a greater intuitive understanding of them. There will be ongoing discussions about climate as context, energy issues, behavioral change, and sustainable values.

Sustainable Development in Northern Europe Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Environmental Studies. Public Policy. Sustainability.

This course enhances your understanding of the divergent goals and complex processes associated with sustainable development from a European perspective. Specific focus is given to the interplay between social, political, and economic issues and environmental concern. You are introduced to a broad range of Danish and European stakeholders currently shaping the sustainability agenda, and encouraged to identify your own values and strategies for a sustainable future.

Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism from a European Perspective Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

International Relations. Political Science.

Terrorism and counter-terrorism have been on everyone’s mind since 9/11. However, terrorism didn’t just appear out of the blue on that horrifying September day. This course is a study of terrorism – its causes, aims, and forms – and of counterterrorism measures introduced by the international community and individual states. The course examines the implications of terrorism for international politics in the 21st century.

Textile Design in Scandinavia Workshop Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Design. Interior Architecture. Studio Art. This course combines design and methods of printing for interior textiles with readings and discussion on the subject of textile design. It includes a workshop component where you develop your own designs and are taught printing methods. You go on site visits to designers, producers, and projects in and around Copenhagen. This course runs for half of the semester in an intense format.

Thinking Lab, The: From Kant and Nietzsche to Surveillance after 9/11 Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Communication. Philosophy. Rhetoric.

This course tickles your intellectual curiosity and hones your ability to critically analyze the avalanche of information coming to us from different spheres of society, such as media and politics. The class has two main goals: to read, discuss, and analyze some of the major European critical thinkers from Enlightenment to post modernity, and to develop your own independent analytical skills. We explore the theoretical and historical understandings of concepts such as truth, knowledge, and progress in readings, case studies, and hands-on exercises.

Travel Writing Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Communication. Creative Writing. Literature.

Travelers write. Whether in the form of postcards, blogs, or articles, writing serves to anchor memory and process difference, making foreign experience understandable to us and accessible to others. In this course, you draw on your own travel experiences for your work, which are critiqued and edited in a workshop setting.

Urban Design Journal Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Architecture. Design. Urban Design.

This is a process-based course where the journal is the learning tool. You are introduced to various urban theorists including Jan Gehl, through lectures and on-site assignments. Techniques are presented in each class with regular feedback and open journal sessions. Assignments range from analytical drawing, plans, diagrams, sections, and freehand perspectives.

Corequisite: A core course within the Architecture & Design, Graphic Design, or Furniture Design programs.

Urban Design Studio Fall/Spring. 6 Credits. Core Course.

Architecture. Landscape Architecture. Urban Design.

Using Copenhagen as a laboratory, you solve realistic problems using analytical and design methods specifically devised for urban design and landscape issues. Some sections in studio focus on issues of human scale, temporary use, and sustainable design. Studio groups combine students of different levels and background. This course is taught vertically, and expectations relate to you as an individual student.

Prerequisites: Enrollment at a professional school or department of architecture or design at the junior or senior level, and completion of a minimum of two spatial design studios at university level.

Urban Economics Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Economics. Public Policy. Urban Studies.

What determines how cities develop? How do governments impact the location decisions of households and firms? You will use economic theories to understand the choices facing local governments on current issues such as public good provision, education, childcare, public transit, housing, crime, taxation, incentives for businesses, sustainability, and local finance.

This course provides you with an insight into the structure and local expectations towards the role of the government in the economy using Copenhagen and other major European cities as case studies.

Prerequisite: An intermediate microeconomics course at university level.

Urban Exploration Photography Workshop Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Architecture. Photography. Visual Arts.

This course uses photography (and other media) to investigate the contemporary city in general, and in particular, to explore the overlooked, the abandoned, and the edge land conditions of the contemporary metropolis. This course uses Copenhagen as its base, but prepares you to take advantage of the wider European hinterland for further individual explorations.

Note: This is not a technical photography foundation course.

You are expected to provide your own digital camera.

Vienna: Capital of Classical Music Fall/Spring. 1 Credit. Optional Study Tour Course.

Music.

Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert, Mahler, and Schønberg – luminaries of European classical music – all lived and worked in Vienna. This course and study tour introduce you to the language of classical music and its history of ideas, masterworks, and the city that fostered so many great composers.

Note: This course involves an additional fee as it includes a study tour to Vienna, Austria.

Virtual Worlds and Social Media Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Communication. Media Studies.

Politicians announce their candidacies on Twitter, online education changes access to learning, and Big Data is all the hype.

Together we explore the development of virtual worlds and the creation of new communication cultures. With a focus on the impact our digital lifestyles have on social interactions, we take advantage of the Scandinavian context in comparison to the U.S., and investigate the significance and usability of new media in e-governance, business, and interpersonal communication.

Visual Journal Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Architecture. Design. Visual Arts.

The visual journal is a process-driven, analytical tool where students record drawn inquiries for this course, as well as for studio, study tours, and self-driven studies. The focus of this course is for you to develop skills on facilitating better explorations and understandings of what you perceive: observing, analyzing, and communicating the diverse conditions and possibilities of the physical environments and objects that surround us.

Prerequisite: A drawing course at university level.

Note: Prior sketching experience and a personal commitment to drawing is recommended.

Visual Storytelling: Documenting the Intercultural Experience Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Communication. Rhetoric. Visual Arts.

We tell stories to capture or instigate change, to convey important values, to impress or impart knowledge, and to appeal to transformations. You have so many stories to tell when you live in a different culture and this course invites you to communicate those stories through visual narratives. The course introduces you to the basic concepts of visual storytelling, including creative approaches to static and dynamic visual narratives using photography and digital cinematography.

Waste Management Systems in Europe Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Environmental Studies. Public Policy. Sustainability.

This course looks at current practice and policy on waste and re-evaluates the need for creating waste in modern societies.

With an increase in resource scarcity, there is a need to create waste management systems and technologies that help societies limit their impact on earth. This class provides an overview of the current EU and Danish policy agendas and the skills to examine leading and new Danish and European waste technologies.

Watercolor Painting Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Architecture. Studio Art. Visual Arts.

The built environment, architecture, and the landscape of Copenhagen are used as the canvas for short lectures, field studies, and assignments. This course focuses on how to use the medium of watercolor as an architect. It is an introduction to watercolor painting through the exposure of different skills an techniques for practice.

Prerequisite: A drawing course at university level.

Note: Prior sketching experience and a personal commitment to drawing is recommended.

Ways of Seeing: Storytelling through Photography Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Communication. Photography. Visual Arts.

This class is an effort to make sense of your study abroad stay and rather than creating photographs as mementos, you create pictures that are unique to your stay here in Copenhagen, but also reflective of your life in general. The class combines a studio critique and a survey of the history and theory of photography. You engage with the medium of photography while at the same time learning about the historical tradition that your pictures reference.

Note: This course focuses on telling stories through pictures, not on photographic technicalities. You need to bring your own camera.

What’s So Funny?

Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Anthropology. Communication. Rhetoric.

Standup comedy, humorous TV shows, and ‘fake news’ broadcasts put current events through the satirical wringer, persuading us to laugh at political leaders, cultural icons, our enemies, and ourselves. Humorous discourse allows us to discuss controversial topics like race, class, gender, religion, and politics in a non-threatening manner. However, humor also has the ability to marginalize and stir violence as we witnessed after the killings related to Charlie Hebdo in Paris and the Mohammed cartoon crisis in Denmark. With a special focus on Denmark and the U.S., we explore how humor can reflect cultural norms and values, instigate change, challenge authorities, marginalize, and empower.

COURSES

Urban Design Foundations Studio Fall/Spring. 6 Credits. Core Course.

Architecture. Design. Urban Design.

This studio offers you an opportunity to acquire in-depth knowledge of the field of urban design, and develop your creative design skills in a studio setting. Design projects are the basis for discussions, presentations, and the development of individual design skills. You work in physical and digital media to construct spatial models and further your graphic and verbal communication skills in conveying abstract spatial concepts. Studios are taught vertically, combining students of different levels. Expectations relate to you as an individual student.

Prerequisites: Documented background in fine arts or studio art, or completion of a course in drawing at university level.

Who’s Watching: Surveillance, Art, and Culture Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Art History. Media Studies. Sociology.

This course examines surveillance art and the aesthetics of voyeurism and exhibitionism. We explore why the theme and techniques of surveillance are increasingly present in contemporary art, and trace surveillance culture from early secret camera photography to modern artists working within a diverse range of media, such as performance art, video, collage, installations, and conceptual art. You engage with the material in practice by doing a case study of surveillance culture and new architecture, meeting with artists, and going to relevant exhibits in the Copenhagen area.

Wider European Security: Norms, Institutions, and Power Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

International Relations. Political Science.

This course explains and interprets the relations between the European Union and its member states on the one hand, and its relationships with its neighbors on the other. The course’s focus is on security and on how it shapes the conceptual, political, and strategic map of the wider European space. The course singles out three dimensions of this multifaceted dynamic: norms, institutions, and power.

Women and Leadership Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Gender Studies. Leadership Studies. Sociology.

Scandinavia has some of the highest representations of women in positions of power in the world, and Scandinavian women are known to be independent and sexually liberated. This course analyzes the historical and sociological foundations for the strong position of women in Scandinavia. You also analyze media representations of female leaders, and explore how norms about gender equality and ‘proper’ behavior enable or complicate women’s rise to power. The course includes case studies of female leaders in the Danish political and corporate arena.

Women, Art, Identity Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Art History. Gender Studies. Visual Arts.

This course is an investigation of female artists and their impact on early modern and contemporary culture, with a focus on Europe.

Issues of gender, institutional practice, postmodernism, and contemporary critical debate form the central components of class discussions and museum visits.

Prerequisite: One course in art history, gender studies, or studio art at university level.

Words that Work Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Communication. Rhetoric. Journalism.

Even everyday words or expressions like ‘tax relief’ or ‘terrorist’ reflect political ideologies and are meant to invoke strong emotions. A word is not just a word in politics, but is used carefully and deliberately in political communication. This course enables you to recognize and analyze political framing in all forms, and develop a critical understanding of the ways framing influences decision-making and politics.

Virtual Selves: Psychology and Emerging Technology Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Communication. Human Development. Psychology.

New media and technology are changing how we think and relate. In this course we examine what recent psychological literature tells us about the pros and cons of our wired world. We review research on the use of cell phones, video games, and the Internet with a special emphasis on virtual worlds. Where relevant, European perspectives are considered.

Prerequisite: A psychology course at university level.

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by Discipline Whether you need to focus on your major or can diversify while you are abroad, DIS offers you a variety of courses from which you can choose. Look through this list to discover which are relevant to you based on your academic interests!

COLOR KEY: BLUE: Core courses – you can only pick one core course which defines your program GREEN: Optional Study Tour courses – these elective courses come with an additional fee (see pp. 60-61)

ADVERTISING ·· Consumer Behavior and Marketing Research ·· Designing Communication Campaigns ·· International Advertising in a European Context ANTHROPOLOGY ·· Anthropology of Food, The ·· Barcelona: Gender, Sexuality, and Ethnicity ·· Child Development in Scandinavia ·· Child Development in Scandinavia Practicum ·· Cross-Cultural Communication ·· Cross-Cultural Psychology ·· Cultural Diversity and Integration ·· Cultural History of Travel ·· Danish Language and Culture for Child Development & Diversity Students ·· Danish Language and Culture: Level I ·· Danish Language and Culture: Level I-II ·· Danish Language and Culture: Level II ·· Danish: Intermediate Level for Scandinavian Language Speakers ·· European Urban Experience, The: Why Cities Matter ·· Families Without Borders: From Adoptions to Transnational Desires ·· Gender and Sexuality in Scandinavia ·· Holocaust and Genocide ·· Human Trafficking in a Global Context ·· Masculinities in Scandinavia ·· Muslims in the West

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·· National Obsession, A: England and the Culture of Football ·· New Media and Changing Communities ·· Pornography in Scandinavia ·· Psychology of Time ·· Rhetoric of Gaming and Its Cultural Impact ·· What’s So Funny?

ARCHITECTURE ·· 20th and 21st Century Danish Architecture ·· Adaptive Re-use in Europe: Cities and Buildings ·· Architecture as Resistance ·· Architecture Design Studio ·· Architecture Foundations Studio ·· Danish Design ·· Detailing and Sustainability in Scandinavian Architecture ·· European Urban Design Theories ·· Furniture Design Studio ·· Furniture Design Workshop ·· Innovation Through Design Thinking ·· Interior Architecture Foundations Studio ·· Interior Architecture Studio ·· New Nordic Design ·· Sustainable by Design ·· Urban Design Foundations Studio ·· Urban Design Journal ·· Urban Design Studio ·· Urban Exploration Photography Workshop ·· Visual Journal ·· Watercolor Painting ART HISTORY ·· Ancient Art and Archaeology ·· Architecture as Resistance ·· Art in the Making ·· Classical and Renaissance Rome ·· 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 ·· Impressionism in Paris ·· Modern Frames: European Art and Cinema ·· Ways of Seeing: Storytelling through Photography ·· 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 ·· Cell Factories: Design, Engineering, and Analysis ·· Complexity of Cancer

·· Diabetes: Diagnoses and Diseases ·· Epigenetics and the Environment ·· Exercise Physiology ·· Glaciers and Human Impact: Icelandic Climate Change Case Study ·· Human Health and Disease: A Clinical Approach ·· Ice Cores and Ice Ages: Greenlandic Climate Change Case Study ·· Immunology ·· Medical Biotechnology and Drug Development ·· Medical Exploration of HIV/AIDS ·· Neuroimaging of the Diseased Brain ·· Neurological Disorders and Diseases ·· Neuroscience Methodology: A Cellular Approach to Cognition ·· Neuroscience of Fear ·· Polar Biology ·· Pregnancy, Birth, and Infancy in Denmark ·· Psychopharmacology: Substances and the Brain ·· Science Research Practicum BIOMEDICINE/BIOTECHNOLOGY ·· Cell Factories: Design, Engineering, and Analysis ·· Diabetes: Diagnoses and Diseases ·· Epigenetics and the Environment ·· Exercise Physiology ·· Immunology ·· Medical Biotechnology and Drug Development ·· Neuroimaging of the Diseased Brain ·· Neurological Disorders and Diseases ·· Neuroscience Methodology: A Cellular Approach to Cognition ·· Neuroscience of Fear ·· Psychopharmacology: Substances and the Brain ·· Science and Health Think Tank ·· Science Research Practicum BUSINESS ·· Applied Life Cycle Assessment ·· Behavioral Economics: European Case Studies ·· Business Strategies in the Transition Toward a Sustainable Economy ·· Consumer Behavior and Marketing Research ·· Corporate Finance: European Case Studies ·· Creative Industries: Business, Innovation, Politics, and Culture ·· Designing Communication Campaigns ·· Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Europe ·· Entrepreneurship Practicum ·· European Business Strategy: Case Studies ·· Financial and Business Ethics ·· Innovation Through Design Thinking ·· International Advertising in a European Context ·· International Business Negotiations ·· International Financial Management ·· International Marketing and Branding

CHILD DEVELOPMENT ·· Child Development in Scandinavia ·· Child Development in Scandinavia Practicum ·· Children and Youth in Europe ·· Children and Youth in Europe Practicum ·· Children in a Multicultural Context ·· Children in a Multicultural Context Practicum ·· Danish Language and Culture for Child Development & Diversity Students ·· Developmental Disorders ·· Learning in Scandinavian Classrooms ·· Psychology of Adolescence: A Scandinavian Perspective ·· Sociology of the Family ·· Stolen Childhoods: Migrant and Refugee Children in Europe CLASSICS ·· Ancient Art and Archaeology ·· Classical and Renaissance Rome ·· European Art of the 19th Century: From Classicism to Symbolism ·· Religious Mythos and Philosophical Logos COMMUNICATION ·· Activism: Engagement and Resistance ·· Changing the News: Constructive Journalism ·· Communication Practicum ·· Contemporary European Film: The Individual and Society ·· Creative Industries: Business, Innovation, Politics, and Culture ·· Cross-Cultural Communication ·· Designing Communication Campaigns ·· Glued to the Set: TV Shows, Norms, and Culture ·· Guilty Pleasures of Pop Culture ·· History of European Film ·· Innovation Through Design Thinking ·· International Advertising in a European Context ·· International Business Negotiations ·· International Marketing and Branding ·· International Reporting: Denmark as Your Beat ·· Meaning of Style ·· New Media and Changing Communities ·· Photojournalism ·· Pornography in Scandinavia ·· Rhetoric of Gaming and Its Cultural Impact ·· Scandinavian Moods in Cinema ·· Strategic Communication

·· Thinking Lab, The: From Kant and Nietzsche to Surveillance after 9/11 ·· Travel Writing ·· Virtual Selves: Psychology and Emerging Technology ·· Virtual Worlds and Social Media ·· Visual Storytelling: Documenting the Intercultural Experience ·· Ways of Seeing: Storytelling through Photography ·· What’s So Funny? ·· Words that Work COMPUTER SCIENCE ·· Artificial Intelligence ·· Computational Analysis of Big Data ·· Game Development Lab ·· Game Development: Programming and Practice ·· Rhetoric of Gaming and Its Cultural Impact CREATIVE WRITING ·· Creative Nonfiction Workshop ·· Creative Writing ·· Sense of Place in European Literature, A ·· Travel Writing ·· What’s So Funny?

CRIMINOLOGY/CRIMINAL JUSTICE ·· Al-Qaida, ISIS, and Intelligence Analysis ·· Auschwitz: From Genocide to Memorial ·· Criminology and Criminal Justice in Scandinavia ·· Economics of Crime ·· Enemy Within, The: Spies and Espionage in the Cold War ·· Gang Crime in Scandinavia ·· Holocaust and Genocide ·· Human Trafficking in a Global Context DESIGN ·· 20th and 21st Century Danish Architecture ·· Architecture Design Studio ·· Architecture Foundations Studio ·· Danish Design ·· Detailing and Sustainability in Scandinavian Architecture ·· European Urban Design Theories ·· Furniture Design Studio ·· Furniture Design Workshop ·· Graphic Design Foundations Studio ·· Graphic Design Studio ·· Innovation Through Design Thinking ·· Interior Architecture Foundations Studio ·· Interior Architecture Studio ·· New Nordic Design ·· Sustainable by Design ·· Textile Design in Scandinavia Workshop ·· Urban Design Foundations Studio ·· Urban Design Studio

·· Urban Design Journal ·· Visual Journal ·· Watercolor Painting COURSES

·· International Mergers and Acquisitions ·· Law Practice from a European Perspective ·· Leadership Across Cultures ·· Sports Economics ·· Strategic Communication ·· Strategic Planning for Leaders ·· Women and Leadership

ECONOMICS ·· Applied Life Cycle Assessment ·· Behavioral Economics: European Case Studies ·· Development Economics ·· Economics of Crime ·· Environmental Economics ·· Equality in Scandinavia: Developments and Challenges of the Welfare State ·· Globalization and European Economies ·· Health Economics and Health Policy in Europe ·· International Business Negotiations ·· International Financial Management ·· International Mergers and Acquisitions ·· Sports Economics ·· Urban Economics EDUCATION/EDUCATIONAL STUDIES ·· Child Development in Scandinavia ·· Child Development in Scandinavia Practicum ·· Children and Youth in Europe ·· Children and Youth in Europe Practicum ·· Children in a Multicultural Context ·· Children in a Multicultural Context Practicum ·· Danish Language and Culture for Child Development & Diversity Students ·· Developmental Disorders ·· Happiness Lab: Positive Psychology ·· Learning in Scandinavian Classrooms ·· Positive Psychology ·· Positive Psychology Practicum: Methods and Practice ENTREPRENEURSHIP ·· Creative Industries: Business, Innovation, Politics, and Culture ·· Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Europe ·· Entrepreneurship Practicum ·· Innovation Through Design Thinking ·· Science and Health Think Tank ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE ·· Arctic Glaciology ·· Biological Conservation and Biodiversity ·· Biological Conservation and Biodiversity Lab ·· Biology of Marine Mammals ·· Biology of Marine Mammals Lab ·· Geographic Information Systems: Applied Climate Change Cases ·· Glaciers and Human Impact: Icelandic Climate Change Case Study ·· Ice Cores and Ice Ages: Greenlandic Climate Change Case Study ·· Polar Biology ·· Renewable Energy Systems

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by Discipline ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES ·· Anthropology of Food, The ·· Applied Life Cycle Assessment ·· Arctic Geopolitics ·· Arctic Glaciology ·· Biological Conservation and Biodiversity ·· Biological Conservation and Biodiversity Lab ·· Business Strategies in the Transition Toward a Sustainable Economy ·· Environmental Economics ·· Environmental Impact of Humans ·· Environmental Philosophy ·· Environmental Policy in Practice ·· Environmental Problems and Human Behavior ·· Food Systems ·· Getting There: Transportation in Urban Europe ·· History of Polar Discovery ·· Renewable Energy Systems ·· Sustainable by Design ·· Sustainable Development in Northern Europe ·· Waste Management Systems in Europe ETHICS ·· Ethical Brain, The: Philosophy and Neuroscience ·· Ethics of Dialogue: Philosophy of Human Relationships ·· European Clinical Psychology ·· European Clinical Psychology Practicum ·· Families Without Borders: From Adoptions to Transnational Desires ·· Financial and Business Ethics ·· Food Systems ·· Holocaust and Genocide ·· Making of the Modern Self: Existential Philosophy ·· Medical Ethics ·· Public Health Ethics ·· Sustainable Development in Northern Europe ·· Thinking Lab, The: From Kant and Nietzsche to Surveillance after 9/11 ETHNIC STUDIES ·· Auschwitz: From Genocide to Memorial ·· Children in a Multicultural Context ·· Children in a Multicultural Context Practicum ·· Cross-Cultural Communication ·· Cross-Cultural Psychology ·· Cultural Diversity and Integration

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·· Families Without Borders: From Adoptions to Transnational Desires ·· Fleeing Across Borders: International Refugee Law ·· Holocaust and Genocide ·· Migrants, Minorities, and Belonging in Denmark ·· Muslims in the West ·· Sociology of Migration FAMILY STUDIES ·· Children and Youth in Europe ·· Children and Youth in Europe Practicum ·· Cross-Cultural Psychology ·· Families Without Borders: From Adoptions to Transnational Desires ·· Migrants, Minorities, and Belonging in Denmark FASHION STUDIES ·· Meaning of Style FILM STUDIES ·· Contemporary European Film: The Individual and Society ·· European Documentary Film ·· Glued to the Set: TV Shows, Norms, and Culture ·· Guilty Pleasures of Pop Culture ·· History of European Film ·· Modern Frames: European Art and Cinema ·· Scandinavian Moods in Cinema FINANCE ·· Corporate Finance: European Case Studies ·· Financial and Business Ethics ·· Globalization and European Economies ·· International Financial Management ·· International Mergers and Acquisitions GENDER STUDIES ·· Barcelona: Gender, Sexuality, and Ethnicity ·· Families Without Borders: From Adoptions to Transnational Desires ·· Gay and Lesbian Writers in European Cities ·· Gender and Sexuality in Scandinavia ·· Gender Perspectives on Human Rights ·· History of Sexuality in Europe ·· Human Trafficking in a Global Context ·· LGBTQ in Europe: Theories, Communities, and Spaces ·· Masculinities in Scandinavia ·· Meaning of Style ·· Muslims in the West ·· Pornography in Scandinavia ·· Prostitution and the Sex Trade in Europe ·· Psychology of Human Sexuality ·· Sociology of the Family ·· Women and Leadership ·· Women, Art, Identity

GEOGRAPHY ·· Arctic Glaciology ·· Geographic Information Systems: Applied Climate Change Cases GEOLOGY ·· Arctic Glaciology ·· Geographic Information Systems: Applied Climate Change Cases ·· Glaciers and Human Impact: Icelandic Climate Change Case Study ·· Ice Cores and Ice Ages: Greenlandic Climate Change Case Study GRAPHIC DESIGN ·· Creative Industries: Business, Innovation, Politics, and Culture ·· Danish Design ·· Graphic Design Foundations Studio ·· Graphic Design Studio ·· Innovation Through Design Thinking ·· New Nordic Design ·· Textile Design in Scandinavia Workshop ·· Urban Design Journal ·· Urban Exploration Photography Workshop ·· Visual Journal HISTORY ·· 20th Century European History ·· Al-Qaida, ISIS, and Intelligence Analysis ·· Auschwitz: From Genocide to Memorial ·· Battlefield Europe: Military History of World War II ·· Betrayal of Civilization: Jewish History from the Enlightenment to the Shoah ·· Competing Narratives: Modern European History ·· Conspiracy Theories and Historical Controversies ·· Cultural History of Travel, A ·· Enemy Within, The: Spies and Espionage in the Cold War ·· European Urban Experience, The: Why Cities Matter ·· Garden Art in European Culture ·· History of Copenhagen: Structure, Plan, Design ·· History of Polar Discovery ·· History of Sexuality in Europe ·· Holocaust and Genocide ·· Iceland: Vikings and Sagas ·· Impact of Epidemic Disease Upon European History, The ·· Nordic Mythology ·· Putin’s Russia ·· Royalty in the Land of Equality ·· Thinking Lab, The: From Kant and Nietzsche to Surveillance after 9/11 HUMAN DEVELOPMENT ·· Child Development in Scandinavia ·· Child Development in Scandinavia Practicum ·· Children and the Natural World

HUMAN RIGHTS ·· Auschwitz: From Genocide to Memorial ·· Fleeing Across Borders: International Refugee Law ·· Gender Perspectives on Human Rights ·· Human Trafficking in a Global Context ·· Humanitarian Law and Armed Conflict ·· Law Practice from a European Perspective ·· LGBTQ in Europe: Theories, Communities, and Spaces ·· Online Surveillance, Privacy, and Cybersecurity ·· Stolen Childhoods: Migrant and Refugee Children in Europe INDUSTRIAL DESIGN ·· Danish Design ·· Furniture Design Studio ·· Furniture Design Workshop ·· New Nordic Design ·· Textile Design in Scandinavia Workshop INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE ·· Adaptive Re-use in Europe: Cities and Buildings ·· Danish Design ·· Detailing and Sustainability in Scandinavian Architecture ·· Furniture Design Workshop ·· Interior Architecture Foundations Studio ·· Interior Architecture Studio ·· New Nordic Design ·· Textile Design in Scandinavia Workshop

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·· Adaptive Re-use in Europe: Cities and Buildings ·· Danish Design ·· Detailing and Sustainability in Scandinavian Architecture ·· Interior Architecture Foundations Studio ·· Interior Architecture Studio ·· New Nordic Design ·· Textile Design in Scandinavia Workshop

·· Danish Language and Culture for Child Development & Diversity Students

INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS ·· 20th Century European History ·· Activism: Engagement and Resistance ·· Al-Qaida, ISIS , and Intelligence Analysis ·· Arctic Geopolitics ·· Conspiracy Theories and Historical Controversies ·· Cultural Diversity and Integration ·· Danish Politics and Society ·· Development Economics ·· Economics of Crime ·· Enemy Within, The: Spies and Espionage in the Cold War ·· Environmental Impact of Humans ·· Environmental Policy in Practice ·· European Game of Politics, The: Crisis and Survival ·· Fleeing Across Borders: International Refugee Law ·· Globalization and European Economies ·· Globalized Islam and Sharia Law ·· Humanitarian Law and Armed Conflict ·· Identity Lab: Transforming Prejudice, Discrimination, and Conflict ·· International Business Negotiations ·· Law Practice from a European Perspective ·· Online Surveillance, Privacy, and Cybersecurity ·· Partners and Rivals: EU-U.S. Relations ·· Sociology of Migration ·· Stolen Childhoods: Migrant and Refugee Children in Europe ·· Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism from a European Perspective ·· Wider European Security: Norms, Institutions, and Power JOURNALISM ·· Changing the News: Constructive Journalism ·· International Reporting: Denmark as Your Beat ·· Photojournalism ·· Ways of Seeing: Storytelling through Photography ·· Words that Work

·· Danish Language and Culture: Level I ·· Danish Language and Culture: Level I-II ·· Danish Language and Culture: Level II ·· Danish: Intermediate Level for Scandinavian Language Speakers

COURSES

·· Children and Youth in Europe ·· Children and Youth in Europe Practicum ·· Children in a Multicultural Context ·· Children in a Multicultural Context Practicum ·· European Clinical Psychology ·· European Clinical Psychology Practicum ·· Happiness Lab: Positive Psychology ·· Learning in Scandinavian Classrooms ·· Masculinities in Scandinavia ·· Neuroplasticity: From Neurons to Behavior ·· Positive Psychology ·· Positive Psychology Practicum: Methods and Practice ·· Prostitution and the Sex Trade in Europe ·· Psychology of Adolescence: A Scandinavian Perspective ·· Psychology of Adult Development ·· Psychology of Crisis ·· Psychology of Endings ·· Psychology of Human Sexuality ·· Psychology of Peak Performance ·· Social Brain, The: Neuropsychology of Social Behaviors ·· Stolen Childhoods: Migrant and Refugee Children in Europe ·· Virtual Selves: Psychology and Emerging Technology

LEADERSHIP STUDIES ·· Activism: Engagement and Resistance ·· Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Europe ·· Entrepreneurship Practicum ·· Leadership Across Cultures ·· Psychology of Leadership ·· Psychology of Peak Performance ·· Strategic Planning for Leaders ·· Women and Leadership LEGAL STUDIES ·· Al-Qaida, ISIS, and Intelligence Analysis ·· Arctic Geopolitics ·· Criminology and Criminal Justice in Scandinavia ·· Economics of Crime ·· Fleeing Across Borders: International Refugee Law ·· Gender Perspectives on Human Rights ·· Holocaust and Genocide ·· Human Trafficking in a Global Context ·· Humanitarian Law and Armed Conflict ·· Law Practice from a European Perspective ·· Online Surveillance, Privacy, and Cybersecurity ·· Prostitution and the Sex Trade in Europe LITERATURE ·· Birth of Modern Drama: Ibsen and Strindberg ·· European Storytelling: From Homer to Harry Potter ·· Gay and Lesbian Writers in European Cities ·· Guilty Pleasures of Pop Culture ·· Hans Christian Andersen and the Danish Golden Age ·· Iceland: Vikings and Sagas ·· Kierkegaard’s Authorship ·· London: Reading the City ·· Making of the Modern Self: : Existential Philosophy ·· Nordic Mythology ·· Nordic Noir ·· Sense of Place in European Literature, A ·· Travel Writing

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE ·· European Urban Design Theories ·· Garden Art in European Culture ·· Urban Design Journal ·· Urban Design Studio

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by Discipline MANAGEMENT ·· Corporate Finance: European Case Studies ·· Creative Industries: Business, Innovation, Politics, and Culture ·· Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Europe ·· Entrepreneurship Practicum ·· European Business Strategy: Case Studies ·· Financial and Business Ethics ·· International Business Negotiations ·· International Financial Management ·· International Mergers and Acquisitions ·· Leadership Across Cultures ·· Psychology of Leadership ·· Sports Economics ·· Strategic Planning for Leaders MARKETING ·· Communication Practicum ·· Consumer Behavior and Marketing Research ·· Creative Industries: Business, Innovation, Politics, and Culture ·· Designing Communication Campaigns ·· International Marketing and Branding MATHEMATICS ·· Artificial Intelligence ·· Computational Analysis of Big Data ·· Game Development Lab ·· Game Development: Programming and Practice MEDIA STUDIES ·· Changing the News: Constructive Journalism ·· Communication Practicum ·· Contemporary European Film: The Individual and Society ·· Cross-Cultural Communication ·· European Documentary Film ·· Glued to the Set: TV Shows, Norms, and Culture ·· Guilty Pleasures of Pop Culture ·· History of European Film ·· International Reporting: Denmark as Your Beat

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·· Modern Frames: European Art and Cinema ·· New Media and Changing Communities ·· Nordic Noir ·· Pornography in Scandinavia ·· Scandinavian Moods in Cinema ·· Virtual Worlds and Social Media ·· Ways of Seeing: Storytelling through Photography ·· Who’s Watching: Surveillance, Art, and Culture MUSIC ·· Applied Piano ·· Music Composition: Private Studio Instruction ·· Music Performance: Instrument ·· Music Performance: Voice ·· Sound Engineering and Music Production ·· Vienna: Capital of Classical Music NEUROSCIENCE ·· Cognitive Neuroscience of Consciousness ·· Cognitive Neuroscience of Consciousness Research Lab ·· Developmental Disorders ·· Epigenetics and the Environment ·· Ethical Brain, The: Philosophy and Neuroscience ·· Neuroimaging of the Diseased Brain ·· Neurological Disorders and Diseases ·· Neuroplasticity: From Neurons to Behavior ·· Neuroscience Methodology: A Cellular Approach to Cognition ·· Neuroscience of Fear ·· Neuroscience of Religion and Atheism ·· Philosophy of Mental Health ·· Physical Activity and Mental Health: From Culture to Neuroscience ·· Psychopharmacology: Substances and the Brain ·· Science Research Practicum ·· Social Brain, The: Neuropsychology of Social Behaviors ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR ·· Leadership Across Cultures ·· Positive Psychology ·· Positive Psychology Practicum: Methods and Practice ·· Psychology of Leadership ·· Psychology of Peak Performance ·· Strategic Planning for Leaders

PHILOSOPHY ·· Activism: Engagement and Resistance ·· Environmental Philosophy ·· Ethical Brain, The: Philosophy and Neuroscience ·· Ethics of Dialogue: Philosophy of Human Relationships ·· Identity Lab: Transforming Prejudice, Discrimination, and Conflict ·· Kierkegaard Honors Level Seminar ·· Kierkegaard’s Authorship ·· Making of the Modern Self: Existential Philosophy ·· Philosophy of Mental Health ·· Religion in Crisis ·· Religious Mythos and Philosophical Logos ·· Thinking Lab, The: From Kant and Nietzsche to Surveillance after 9/11 PHOTOGRAPHY ·· Photojournalism ·· Urban Exploration Photography Workshop ·· Ways of Seeing: Storytelling through Photography POLITICAL SCIENCE ·· Al-Qaida, ISIS, and Intelligence Analysis ·· Arctic Geopolitics ·· Battlefield Europe: Military History of World War II ·· Conspiracy Theories and Historical Controversies ·· Cultural Diversity and Integration ·· Danish Politics and Society ·· Enemy Within, The: Spies and Espionage in the Cold War ·· Environmental Policy in Practice ·· Equality in Scandinavia: Developments and Challenges of the Welfare State ·· European Game of Politics, The: Crisis and Survival ·· Fleeing Across Borders: International Refugee Law ·· Gender Perspectives on Human Rights ·· Globalized Islam and Sharia Law ·· Humanitarian Law and Armed Conflict ·· Identity Lab: Transforming Prejudice, Discrimination, and Conflict ·· Muslims in the West ·· Online Surveillance, Privacy, and Cybersecurity ·· Partners and Rivals: EU-U.S. Relations ·· Putin’s Russia ·· Religion and Politics in Europe ·· Sociology of Migration ·· Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism from a European Perspective

PRE-MEDICINE/HEALTH SCIENCE ·· Cognitive Neuroscience of Consciousness ·· Cognitive Neuroscience of Consciousness Research Lab ·· Complexity of Cancer ·· Diabetes: Diagnoses and Diseases ·· Epidemiology: Danish Case Studies ·· Epidemiology: Register-based Research Project ·· Epigenetics and the Environment ·· European Clinical Psychology ·· European Clinical Psychology Practicum ·· Exercise Physiology ·· Health Beyond Borders ·· Health Delivery and Prioritization ·· Health Economics and Health Policy in Europe ·· Health Promotion and Disease Prevention ·· Healthcare Strategies for At-Risk Populations ·· Human Health and Disease: A Clinical Approach ·· Immunology ·· Medical Biotechnology and Drug Development ·· Medical Ethics ·· Medical Exploration of HIV/AIDS ·· Neuroimaging of the Diseased Brain ·· Neurological Disorders and Diseases ·· Neuroplasticity: From Neurons to Behavior ·· Neuroscience Methodology: A Cellular Approach to Cognition ·· Pregnancy, Birth, and Infancy in Denmark ·· Psychology of Crisis ·· Psychology of Human Sexuality ·· Psychopharmacology: Substances and the Brain ·· Public Health Ethics ·· Science Research Practicum PSYCHOLOGY ·· Applied Psychotherapy ·· Cognitive Neuroscience of Consciousness ·· Cognitive Neuroscience of Consciousness Research Lab ·· Cross-Cultural Psychology ·· Developmental Disorders ·· Environmental Problems and Human Behavior ·· European Clinical Psychology ·· European Clinical Psychology Practicum

·· Happiness Lab: Positive Psychology ·· Identity Lab: Transforming Prejudice, Discrimination, and Conflict ·· Neuroplasticity: From Neurons to Behavior ·· Neuroscience Methodology: A Cellular Approach to Cognition ·· Neuroscience of Fear ·· Neuroscience of Religion and Atheism ·· Philosophy of Mental Health ·· Physical Activity and Mental Health: From Culture to Neuroscience ·· Positive Psychology ·· Positive Psychology Practicum: Methods and Practice ·· Psychology of Adolescence: A Scandinavian Perspective ·· Psychology of Adult Development ·· Psychology of Crisis ·· Psychology of Endings ·· Psychology of Human Sexuality ·· Psychology of Leadership ·· Psychology of Peak Performance ·· Psychology of Time ·· Public Mental Health ·· Social Brain, The: Neuropsychology of Social Behaviors ·· Virtual Selves: Psychology and Emerging Technology ·· Words that Work PUBLIC HEALTH ·· Epidemiology: Danish Case Studies ·· Epidemiology: Register-based Research Project ·· Health Beyond Borders ·· Health Delivery and Prioritization ·· Health Economics and Health Policy in Europe ·· Health Promotion and Disease Prevention ·· Healthcare Strategies for At-Risk Populations ·· Human Health and Disease: A Clinical Approach ·· Immunology ·· Impact of Epidemic Disease Upon European History, The ·· Medical Ethics ·· Medical Exploration of HIV/AIDS ·· Physical Activity and Mental Health: From Culture to Neuroscience ·· Pregnancy, Birth, and Infancy in Denmark ·· Public Health Ethics ·· Public Mental Health ·· Science Research Practicum ·· Strategies for Urban Livability

PUBLIC POLICY ·· Anthropology of Food, The ·· Criminology and Criminal Justice in Scandinavia ·· Environmental Economics ·· Environmental Impact of Humans ·· Environmental Policy in Practice ·· Environmental Problems and Human Behavior ·· Equality in Scandinavia: Developments and Challenges of the Welfare State ·· Food Systems ·· Gang Crime in Scandinavia ·· Health Delivery and Prioritization ·· Health Economics and Health Policy in Europe ·· Healthcare Strategies for At-Risk Populations ·· Prostitution and the Sex Trade in Europe ·· Public Health Ethics ·· Public Mental Health ·· Renewable Energy Systems ·· Sustainable Development in Northern Europe ·· Urban Economics ·· Waste Management Systems in Europe

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·· Thinking Lab, The: From Kant and Nietzsche to Surveillance after 9/11 ·· Wider European Security: Norms, Institutions, and Power ·· Words that Work

PUBLIC RELATIONS ·· Strategic Communication RELIGIOUS STUDIES ·· Betrayal of Civilization: Jewish History from the Enlightenment to the Shoah ·· Iceland: Vikings and Sagas ·· Kierkegaard Honors Level Seminar ·· Kierkegaard’s Authorship ·· Migrants, Minorities, and Belonging in Denmark ·· Muslims in the West ·· Neuroscience of Religion and Atheism ·· Nordic Mythology ·· Religion and Politics in Europe ·· Religion in Crisis ·· Religious Mythos and Philosophical Logos RHETORIC ·· Changing the News: Constructive Journalism ·· Communication Practicum ·· Cross-Cultural Communication ·· Rhetoric of Gaming and Its Cultural Impact ·· Thinking Lab, The: From Kant and Nietzsche to Surveillance after 9/11 ·· Travel Writing ·· Visual Storytelling: Documenting the Intercultural Experience ·· What’s So Funny? ·· Words that Work

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by Discipline SOCIOLOGY ·· Activism: Engagement and Resistance ·· Auschwitz: From Genocide to Memorial ·· Child Development in Scandinavia ·· Child Development in Scandinavia Practicum ·· Children in a Multicultural Context ·· Children in a Multicultural Context Practicum ·· Criminology and Criminal Justice in Scandinavia ·· Cross-Cultural Psychology ·· Cultural Diversity and Integration ·· Danish Politics and Society ·· Equality in Scandinavia: Developments and Challenges of the Welfare State ·· European Urban Experience, The: Why Cities Matter ·· Gang Crime in Scandinavia ·· Gender and Sexuality in Scandinavia ·· Guilty Pleasures of Pop Culture ·· Health Promotion and Disease Prevention ·· History of Sexuality in Europe ·· Holocaust and Genocide ·· Identity Lab: Transforming Prejudice, Discrimination, and Conflict ·· International Reporting: Denmark as Your Beat ·· Learning in Scandinavian Classrooms ·· LGBTQ in Europe: Theories, Communities, and Spaces ·· Masculinities in Scandinavia ·· Meaning of Style ·· Migrants, Minorities, and Belonging in Denmark ·· Muslims in the West ·· National Obsession, A: England and the Culture of Football ·· Nordic Culinary Culture ·· Pornography in Scandinavia ·· Prostitution and the Sex Trade in Europe ·· Psychology of Adolescence: A Scandinavian Perspective ·· Psychology of Adult Development ·· Psychology of Crisis ·· Psychology of Endings ·· Psychology of Time ·· Rhetoric of Gaming and Its Cultural Impact ·· Royalty in the Land of Equality ·· Sociology of Migration ·· Sociology of the Family

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·· Stolen Childhoods: Migrant and Refugee Children in Europe ·· Strategies for Urban Livability ·· Virtual Worlds and Social Media ·· Who’s Watching: Surveillance, Art, and Culture ·· Women and Leadership

·· Integrated Climate Change Planning ·· New Nordic Design ·· Strategies for Urban Livability ·· Urban Design Foundations Studio ·· Urban Design Journal ·· Urban Design Studio

STUDIO ART ·· Architecture Foundations Studio ·· Art in the Making ·· Furniture Design Workshop ·· Graphic Design Foundations Studio ·· Graphic Design Studio ·· Textile Design in Scandinavia Workshop ·· Urban Design Journal ·· Visual Journal ·· Watercolor Painting ·· Ways of Seeing: Storytelling through Photography

URBAN STUDIES ·· Adaptive Re-use in Europe: Cities and Buildings ·· Architecture as Resistance ·· Detailing and Sustainability in Scandinavian Architecture ·· European Urban Design Theories ·· European Urban Experience, The: Why Cities Matter ·· Getting There: Transportation in Urban Europe ·· History of Copenhagen: Structure, Plan, Design ·· Innovation Through Design Thinking ·· Integrated Climate Change Planning ·· London: Reading the City ·· Strategies for Urban Livability

SUSTAINABILITY ·· Anthropology of Food, The ·· Applied Life Cycle Assessment ·· Biological Conservation and Biodiversity ·· Biological Conservation and Biodiversity Lab ·· Biology of Marine Mammals Lab ·· Business Strategies in the Transition Toward a Sustainable Economy ·· Environmental Impact of Humans ·· Environmental Philosophy ·· Environmental Policy in Practice ·· Environmental Problems and Human Behavior ·· Getting There: Transportation in Urban Europe ·· Ice Cores and Ice Ages: Greenlandic Climate Change Case Study ·· Integrated Climate Change Planning ·· Nordic Culinary Culture ·· Polar Biology ·· Renewable Energy Systems ·· Sustainable by Design ·· Sustainable Development in Northern Europe ·· Waste Management Systems in Europe THEATER STUDIES ·· Birth of Modern Drama: Ibsen and Strindberg ·· London: Reading the City URBAN DESIGN ·· Adaptive Re-use in Europe: Cities and Buildings ·· Architecture as Resistance ·· European Urban Design Theories ·· European Urban Experience, The: Why Cities Matter ·· History of Copenhagen: Structure, Plan, Design ·· Innovation Through Design Thinking

·· Urban Design Foundations Studio ·· Urban Design Studio ·· Urban Economics ·· Urban Exploration Photography Workshop ·· Waste Management Systems in Europe VISUAL ARTS ·· Art in the Making ·· European Documentary Film ·· Modern Frames: European Art and Cinema ·· Photojournalism ·· Textile Design in Scandinavia Workshop ·· Urban Design Journal ·· Urban Exploration Photography Workshop ·· Visual Journal ·· Visual Storytelling: Documenting the Intercultural Experience ·· Watercolor Painting ·· Ways of Seeing: Storytelling through Photography ·· Who’s Watching: Surveillance, Art, and Culture ·· Women, Art, Identity YOUTH STUDIES ·· Children and Youth in Europe ·· Children and Youth in Europe Practicum ·· Psychology of Adolescence: A Scandinavian Perspective

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