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Univ. of Copenhagen
Study in the exciting learning environment of the University of Copenhagen (KU), one of Europe’s leading universities. You can take courses in English in a wide variety of fields alongside Danish and international students. Courses include a selection designed especially for international students on the Danish welfare model, Scandinavian politics, the European Union, and migration and globalization.
 
Outside the classroom, you’ll have access to Copenhagen’s full range of cultural activities, popular music venues, coffeehouses, clubs, and restaurants. Offering charming town squares and modern trendsetting, it’s no wonder that Copenhagen is rated one of the most livable cities in the world!
 
Students attend classes with host country students.

Course Opportunities

You enroll in regular university courses in this program. You may choose from a wide array of courses taught in English or Danish (if you are proficient in the language). Along with course work in the social sciences and humanities, particularly strong course offerings are available in the sciences.
 
Use the following resources to learn about courses on EAP:
 
  • EAP Program Search provides information on general areas of study.
  • Host institution online catalogs or course listings:
  • MyEAP Course Catalog lists courses previously taken by UC students. Additional courses may be available and not all courses may still be offered. Since courses in new programs have not yet been taken for credit, they may not appear in the MyEAP Course Catalog.
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Units

You will take a full-time course of study on EAP and enroll in three to five courses per term.
 
ILP: 4 UC quarter units
Term: 18 to 24 UC quarter units
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Language of Instruction

English


Language Study

Danish


Internships, Research, and Independent Study

​Internships for academic credit and independent study may be possible in this program. The city of Copenhagen hosts many different institutions, organizations, and private companies that offer internships to advanced undergraduate and graduate students. You must personally apply for any internship; it will not be organized through the University of Copenhagen. Institutions such as the UNICEF Supply Division and WHO Regional Office for Europe accept internship applications. The Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCEPA) may also accept internship applications.

Duration

​Go to the Participants section to see current or past calendars.

ILP + Fall :  
​early August to early January

ILP + Spring :  
​early January to late June

ILP + Year :  
early August to late June
 

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Housing

​The University of Copenhagen International Office provides housing for exchange students. You can apply to live in a kollegium (dormitory) or a room in a shared apartment or private home. Your commute to school will vary depending on where your housing is located. Students in Copenhagen normally ride their bikes or take public transportation, which is very accessible, efficient, and inexpensive.

On-site Support

​EAP students are supported by UC's network of EAP offices at every UC campus and partnerships with EAP host universities throughout the world. Local EAP staff in Copenhagen will help you integrate into the culture and provide assistance with academics, housing, safety, and other issues.
 
You can also request a mentor. Mentors are volunteer students from the University of Copenhagen who assist EAP students upon arrival. They can even meet you at the airport and take you to your housing accommodations.
 
​See the EAP Program Guide (PDF) for program-specific details about host institutions, program structure, and courses; academic culture and conduct; internships, research, & independent study; units, exams, and grades; orientation; housing; and information about the intensive language program (if applicable).

Host Institutions

University of Copenhagen

University of Copenhagen
The University of Copenhagen is a large research-oriented university located across four campus areas in central Copenhagen. Many of the buildings are as old as the 530 year-old university itself, with extensive surrounding gardens and museums. The university enrolls about 37,000 students, five thousand of which are international students from all over the globe. The pristine university has been privileged to have eight Nobel Laureates work and teach there since 1903. Because of its location and academic prowess, the University of Copenhagen represents the greatest single concentration of academic resources in Denmark, including botanical gardens, research centers, and museums. The university is arranged into eight different faculties which are listed in detail below. Extra-curricular activities also abound at the University of Copenhagen, with numerous events for international students organized by the Erasmus Student Network at the Student House (Studenterhuset), such as the International Café, a large gathering that occurs every Wednesday night for students to debate, joke, and talk about their studies. There are also numerous sports that students may participate in at the University Sports Association, ranging from ballet to parkour.
 
The Faculty of Science:
  • Includes the remarkable Niels Bohr Institute for Physics and Astronomy
  • Opportunities to work with the Natural History Museum of Denmark, and other botanical, geological, and zoological museums
  • Research-oriented faculty investigates biotechnology and environmental studies
  • Exciting courses such as Quantum Mechanics, Paleontology, Photochemistry, and Optics
Faculty of Life Sciences
  • Study nature and the environment in the country with the world’s most eco-friendly agricultural system of production
  • Large selection of courses, ranging from Food Texture & Functionality to Organic Agriculture to Fish Diseases
  • The Copenhagen campus is incredibly environmentally friendly, with a café operated in a renovated greenhouse, and its sustainability programs grow each year 
The Faculty of Social Sciences
  • Covers a wide range of programs including Anthropology, Political Science, Psychology, and Sociology
  • The number one economics program in Scandinavia, with research focused on equilibrium and game theory
  • Offers courses in dynamic subjects such as European Union Politics, Medical Anthropology, the Sociology of Danish society, and Econometrics
  • A unique Danish and Scandinavian emphasis in a variety of subjects
Humanities
  • Largest and oldest faculty: 100 different B.A. and M.A. programs that cover subject areas including Languages, Literature, Ethnic Studies, Linguistics, Media, and History
  • Offers both broad and specialized courses in incredibly interesting subjects, such as West Greenlandic Language, the History of Media Art, Danish Cinema, and Yoga & Healing in India
Copenhagen Business School
  • Courses may be taken with advance permission from the UCEAP Study Center
  • Courses and seminars, from Innovation Finance to Competition Policy, taught by esteemed businessmen and women from all over the world
Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences
  • Affiliated with the Panum Institute and the premier hospitals of the greater Copenhagen area
  • Wide range of public health and human biology courses, looking at health both on a microscopic and a global scale
  • Offers courses such as International Health, Ethnicity & Chronic Disease, and Nanobiology
Human Biology Program
  •  Learn alongside Masters students in biological courses pertaining to all aspects of the human body while also conducting hands-on laboratory projects
  • Study in-depth scientific courses such as Human Physiology, Human Diseases, and Biomedical Imaging to further advance your knowledge for a career in medicine or biomedical research
  • Students must have 20 units of upper-division course work in related fields and a strong GPA
Faculty of Theology
  • Explores the Christian message in the context of art, ethics, history, language, literature, philosophy, and social science
  • Tradition of intellectual involvement with the work of its most illustrious alumnus, Søren Kierkegaard, a research center and several courses emphasize his work
  • Courses offered in religious languages (Hebrew, Arabic, etc.) and specialized religious courses, such as Religion & the Enlightenment 
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Estimated Cost

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Participation in UCEAP is a great value! The cost of studying abroad on UCEAP programs is typically less than that of non-UC study abroad programs. The dollar figures listed in the chart represent: 1) the amount of the fees that are paid directly to UCEAP in the current year, and 2) an estimate of the amount needed to cover personal living expenses in this location. Personal travel and entertainment are not included here.
 
Don't forget that you take your financial aid with you and the amount of your financial aid package will take into account the estimated TOTAL COST of this experience, as it is estimated below.
 
These expenses are estimated for 2012-13. Amounts will vary for 2012-13 participation due to potential changes to UC fees, exchange rate fluctuation, etc. Non-Resident Fees apply: If you are subject to out-of-state tuition at your UC campus, you will pay the same fees on UCEAP. For a more detailed breakdown of 2012-13 payment information, visit the Participants Portal and select the appropriate program. 
 
Here’s what is included in the estimate:
 
  • Predeparture expenses (visa, etc.)
  • Round-trip airfare
  • UC fees
  • Tuition at the University of Copenhagen
  • Accident and medical insurance
  • On-site orientation
  • Intensive language program
  • Room and board
  • Program activities
  • Books and other incidental expenses
  • Automatic transfer of credits and grades to your UC transcript

Estimated EAP Costs*

Options Cost
  • ILP + Fall
  • ILP + Spring
  • ILP + Year
  • $19,500
  • $21,900
  • $34,600
*Based on most recent costs to the nearest $100.

Scholarships

UCEAP scholarships for the 2012-13 academic year are available. Please visit our scholarships overview page for general information and details  regarding eligibility requirements and application deadlines.

Application Requirements

Class Level:

Junior, Senior, Graduate

Language Prerequisites:

None

GPA:

2.85 cumulative GPA at the time of application and maintained through the end of the last term prior to departure.

Minimum Criteria:

 All applicants must also have:
  • Serious academic goals and a clear plan for integrating EAP studies into the student's UC degree program
  • Social and cross-cultural sensitivity; maturity; ability to adapt successfully to a different environment and an new education system; ability to assess and exhibit appropriate behavior in a variety of situations
  • A willingness to abide by program regulations
  • An endorsement by the Campus EAP Selection Committee and completion of all campus-specific requirements (an interview may be required)

Deadlines

Application deadlines and information on the application process are available through your Campus EAP Office. Supplemental predeparture materials will be required for many programs, including, but not limited to, host institution applications, visa and housing applications, medical clearances, etc.

For participation in the program, you must meet all deadlines and submit complete application materials.

Visit your Campus EAP Office for more information: