DIS Copenhagen: Semester
- Location(s): Copenhagen, Denmark
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad, Research
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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 ... read more
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I learned quite a bit of Danish and how comfortable I am living in a foreign country. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I became more independent; I was exposed to many more American perspectives beyond those at an elite liberal arts institution; I absorbed the societal values/perspectives of Danish culture. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I learned a lot about myself. How to deal with challenges and overcome them. Peter McGinley - Providence College View Entire Review
I became a lot more independent and was able to learn how to travel alone in a city and adapt to a new culture. Adrianna Gildner - Middlebury College View Entire Review
It was definitely worth wild. I learned that I do much better when I place less emphasis on the grading of assignments and more focus on the course itself. Brandon Smalls - Trinity University View Entire Review
global wisdom of different cultures Ryan McGinnis - Philadelphia University View Entire Review
I learned how confident of an independent traveler I was. I also learned many new design skills because I had never taken those classes before. Completely worthwhile for academics and life skills. A student - Middlebury College View Entire Review
How to be an adult A student - Washington University in Saint Louis View Entire Review
The program really helped me to narrow down the field that I want to pursue a career in through my core course. Although I loved my other classes this alone made the entire semester worthwhile. A student - Wofford College View Entire Review
Europe is extremely different than the USA but similar. I really appreciated going to different countries and seeing their daily life. Luisanny Perez - Connecticut College View Entire Review
It was an amazing experience where you learn so much about other cultures. It A student - Southern Methodist University View Entire Review
It was an amazing and eye-opening experience that really allowed me to find out who I am and want to be. I made amazing friends (Americans and Danes) and in general had a great time exploring and getting to know Copenhagen. Sunita Christiansen - Cornell University View Entire Review
It definitely was worthwhile in that it taught me how to exist in a new place and be adaptable to change. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I gained both intellectual and personal growth from studying abroad, growth that could never have occurred had I studied at home. DIS was an incredible study abroad experience, and I would definitely recommend this program to other students interested in studying abroad. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
i learned a lot about myself and a lot about a foreign culture. one of the most worthwhile trips ever. Menachem Tzvi Najman - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Your study abroad experience is contingent on how adventurous you are. Make an effort to put yourself out there. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I learned a lot about Danish culture and the important differences between Americans and Danes, making me want to be more like them in some ways but also realizing some important flaws we both share. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
Learning about different cultures and mindsets outside of the United States helped me to gain perspective of what it meant to be a student within my community. Being exposed to such a different environment not only helped me to view myself in an alternative and novel way but also appreciate the uniqueness of my home. Julie Kim - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I learned more about other cultures and grew accustomed to being out of my comfort zone. Kathleen Kelly - Hamilton College View Entire Review
Yes, it was worthwhile. For myself, I think I just learned that I can adapt to new environments. I feel more independent and have a more global perspective generally. It may sound weird, but until you go to a different continent, people from different parts of the world are just an idea. But you go to these places and learn that... Ben Lattimore - University of Minnesota - Twin Cities View Entire Review
I learned so much about being a more independent person. From planning travel trips by myself to learning my way around a new city, I'd say my time abroad was one of the most valuable experiences I have had in my life. A student - Beloit College View Entire Review
I gained an understanding and appreciation of another culture. I learned what public transportation can - and should - be. I made friends. I fell in love with a Dane. I ate new food. I sort of learned a new language. I got to travel to Denmark and other European countries. I learned about politics in Denmark. I gained a more bal... Briauna Barrera - Trinity University View Entire Review
A student - Trinity University View Entire Review
I gained international knowledge and a taste of a new culture. A student - Spelman College View Entire Review
A new outlook at people, politics, the world, and life. You do come back a different person if you takes the opportunities given to you. Anthony Sanchez - Trinity University View Entire Review
About
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
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.
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 course-integrated, 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.
Faculty Who Teach What They Do
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!
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.
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadResearch
Program Length(s):
- Fall
- Spring
- Academic Year
Instruction Language(s):
- English
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Political Science and Government
- Philosophy
- Literature
- History
- Danish Language and Literature
- Scandinavian Studies
- Design and Applied Arts
- Urban Studies
- Sociology
- Sustainability Studies
- Biology and Biomedical Sciences
- Human Development, Family Studies
- Housing and Human Environments
- Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies
- Architecture
- Environmental Studies
- Computer and Information Sciences
- Psychology
- International Business
- European Studies
- Communication and Media Studies
Minimum GPA:
3.0Year Founded:
1959Website
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DIS - Study Abroad Scholarships
DIS offers several scholarship opportunities. The combined maximum scholarship for any individual student is $5,000 per semester . DIS Scholarship Awarded on the basis of demonstrated financial need (funding up to $5,000 per semester; $250-500 for summer sessions 1, 2, or 3; or up to $1,000 for summer session 4) Diversity Scholarship Awarded to support students from populations that are underrepresented in study abroad including those from diverse ethnic, racial, cultural, sexual orientation, and educational backgrounds including first-generation college students (funding up to $5,000 per semester and up to $250 to $1,000 per summer depending on course/program selection)
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Anders Uhrskov was the Director of DIS for 27 years and was dedicated to developing global leaders of tomorrow through education abroad. The Anders Uhrskov Leadership Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship established to award students who have demonstrated leadership on their college campuses at home and who are dedicated to enhancing and building upon their global leadership and critical thinking skills while spending a semester or summer abroad with DIS. Up to $10,000 will be awarded to one semester student and up to $5,000 to one summer student studying for six weeks or more.
$10,000
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