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1 university of copenhagen faculty of science Welcome to your future SCIENCE MSc programmes at University of Copenhagen 1 FACULTY OF SCIENCE

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3 Contents Introduction...4 Why choose to study at SCIENCE...6 Support and services for international students...8 Independent minds meet informal teaching...8 Actuarial Mathematics Agriculture Agricultural Development Agricultural Economics Biochemistry Bioinformatics Biology Biology Biotechnology Chemistry Climate Change Computer Science...20 Environmental and Natural Resource Economics Environmental Chemistry and Health...22 Food Innovation and Health...23 Food Science and Technology...26 Forest and Nature Management...27 Geography and Geoinformatics...28 Geology and Geoscience...29 Human Nutrition...30 Landscape Architecture Mathematics...32 Mathematics-Economics...33 Molecular Biomedicine...34 Nanoscience...35 Nature Management...36 Physics...37 Statistics...38 International degree structure...40 The block structure at SCIENCE...40 Tuition fees...40 Cost of living...40 Copenhagen Live well and have fun...42 MSc programmes in Danish...44 MSc programmes in China...44 PhD programmes...44 How to apply for admission to an MSc programme...46 UNIVERSITY OF COPENHAGEN 3

4 Your path to a world of knowledge - an MSc at University of Copenhagen Do you want to help solve the major challenges facing the rapidly changing world such as increased pressure on natural resources and significant climate change? Have you got the science bug? Would you like to study at an international university known for its dynamic study environment? Are you looking for a course in touch with reality? If so, an MSc programme at University of Copenhagen s Faculty of Science is just the right choice for you. Faculty of Science SCIENCE is the largest science research and education institution in Denmark with a student population of 9,700 BSc and MSc students and 1,200 PhD students from all over the world. The Faculty is part of University of Copenhagen which is ranked among the ten best universities in Europe by the Academic Ranking of World Universities. SCIENCE Denmark s largest science research and education institution and part of a university that is ranked among the ten best in Europe 4 FACULTY OF SCIENCE

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6 Why choose to study at SCIENCE It is clear from the testimonials on the next pages that there are many good reasons why you should choose to study at SCIENCE. Here are a few more: Top ranking: SCIENCE is part of University of Copenhagen (UCPH) which is consistently ranked among the ten best universities in Europe by the Academic Ranking of World Universities. High-quality research and teaching, including MSc programmes and PhD education based on strong basic research and applied research. Good career prospects: SCIENCE works with some of Denmark s largest and most international companies. Career fairs and events are organized to help you get in touch with potential future employers. An MSc from SCIENCE is a good basis for your future career, nationally as well as internationally. Graduates may stay on at SCIENCE and take their PhD at the Faculty, which involves paid work as a teacher. International university setting: Together with more than 1,500 international MSc and PhD students from all over the world, you will be part of a vibrant international study environment. Student services and welcome events: As a student at SCIENCE, you will receive practical assistance, support and advice from dedicated Student Services staff and the International Student Mentor Corps. There is a special welcome programme for international students. Attractive campus: The centrally located campus areas include gardens, modern libraries and state-ofthe-art laboratory facilities as well as an attractive mix of old and brand new university buildings. They offer a unique setting for students and provide space for a variety of social activities. 6 FACULTY OF SCIENCE

7 Help with accommodation: Once you are admitted to SCIENCE, the UCPH Housing Foundation will send you an invitation to book accommodation through their online booking system. Options and prices vary depending on size and location. To get an idea of what is offered, you may like to look at accommodation options, the Booking Manual and general information on the following website: housingfoundation.ku.dk. Many students come to Copenhagen in the autumn semester, so having an offer for accommodation through the Housing Foundation is a great advantage compared to finding housing on your own in Copenhagen. Copenhagen: The city has a rich cultural life and is one of the most livable cities in the world. Moreover, massive investments are currently being made in research infrastructure to develop Copenhagen Science City - one of the largest areas of education, research and applied science within the fields of pharmacology, health sciences and natural sciences in Europe. 30,000 students and staff pass through and use the area every day. Getting around in Copenhagen: It is easy to get around in Copenhagen; distances are short, very often you can use a bike, and for slightly longer distances, the city s metro system runs smoothly and quickly. UNIVERSITY OF COPENHAGEN 7

8 Support and services for international students We do our utmost to ensure that all international students feel welcome and are given the best possible service and guidance throughout their studies. Our services include practical assistance and support from dedicated Student Services staff and the International Student Mentor Corps on arrival. We encourage all new international students to take part in a special welcome programme for international students which takes place at the end of August. The welcome programme provides an introduction to being a student at SCIENCE as well as practical information on living in Denmark and registering with Danish authorities. During the academic year, in addition to one-on-one study and career guidance, our Student Services staff offer a range of extra-curricular courses and workshops on subjects related to your studies and career development, e.g. oral exams, study techniques, networking, academic English, the thesis process and different career-related topics. Independent minds meet informal teaching As a graduate student in one of our MSc programmes, you will spend time in the laboratory, at your desk, at lectures and in project groups with your fellow students. Many students from abroad are surprised by the informality between students and staff as well as the focus on group collaboration that characterise Danish university life. This gives students great influence on their studies, but also requires great responsibility for their own learning. 8 FACULTY OF SCIENCE

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10 MSc in Actuarial Mathematics Are you keen on the mathematics of uncertainty and risk? And are you interested in being an indispensable resource able to create and relate mathematical and statistical models in the worlds of finance and insurance? If so, you should consider the MSc programme in Actuarial Mathematics. of settings. That way you will help secure the everyday lives of people and protect their pensions. Actuarial Mathematics is immediately relevant to a modern society where security cannot be taken for granted. If you would like to study for an MSc in Actuarial Mathematics, you will find further details about admission requirements, the application process, tuition fees, etc. at In Actuarial Mathematics you will cultivate an exciting interdisciplinary body of knowledge in mathematics, finance, insurance economics, accounting, law, probability and statistics that can be deployed to assess risks in a variety The MSc programme in Actuarial Mathematics is a two-year programme. I will recommend Actuarial Mathematics to everybody who thinks that mathematics is exciting. You don t need to be a genius but you need to feel that mathematics is fun. It is also important that you want to work in the world of finance and with matters related to money and economics. Marianne Kjeldberg, Denmark, is pursuing an MSc in Actuarial Mathematics. 10 FACULTY OF SCIENCE

11 I find that being in such an academic, international and vibrant environment where people are so knowledgeable and friendly has been a very good experience. Ingvild Lauvland Høie, from Norway, is a recent graduate from Agriculture. MSc in Agriculture As a graduate in Agriculture you will develop the plants of the future and help provide sustainable food production systems and a clean aquatic environment. A growing population needs healthy food, and an increasing part of land and water resources is used for food production. Growing cities require local food production and green spaces. With an MSc degree in Agriculture you will become a solution- oriented specialist in sustainable production and environment and in the use of plants for food, energy and well being. and Environmental Science, Soil, Water and Biodiversity, which is a joint programme offered by four European universities. In each specialisation, you start with a compulsory course: Experimental Plant Science, Crop Production and Farming Systems or Environmental Management in Europe, respectively. In addition you will be able to choose among a list of relevant courses, which means that you can build your own professional profile. In your final thesis, you spend 6 to 12 months working on a topic of your own choice. If you would like to study for an MSc in Agriculture, you will find further details about admission requirements, the application process, tuition fees, etc. at The two-year MSc programme in Agriculture allows you to choose between three specialisations: Plant Science, which focuses on individual plants and plant products; Production and Environment where focus is on food and biomass production in a European context; Students backgrounds include BSc degrees in agriculture, horticulture, natural resources, plant science, geography and biology. Around half of the students come from outside Denmark. UNIVERSITY OF COPENHAGEN 11

12 MSc in Agricultural Development Are you interested in development issues and sustainability? If so, an MSc in Agricultural Development may be the right choice for you. The Agricultural Development programme focuses on sustainable development in developing countries and provides you with scientific and practical knowledge about farming and forestry systems, food processing and quality, economic development, rural livelihoods and environmental and natural resource management. As a graduate in Agricultural Development, you will be making sustainable positive changes to the lives of some of the poorest people in the world. The programme combines a scientific approach to problems in developing countries with a broader social understanding of the conditions for development. The two-year programme has a solid methodological and field-based training in developing countries. The academic issues you will be working with may include how health and food safety can be secured through food production and how improved processing of food can generate a better income for the local communities. Students from all over the world are enrolled in the programme. This gives you an international focus and perspective from the first day of your studies as well as a large international network. Additionally, the flexibility of the programme gives you the opportunity to specialise in the academic field which interests you the most. With an MSc in Agricultural Development, you will be qualified to become a consultant in a Danish or international organisation involved in development, such as Danida, FAO or UNEP. You may also find employment in private consultancy companies or NGOs working in third-world countries. You are also qualified for research positions in Denmark or with international research institutions. If you would like to study for an MSc in Agricultural Development, you will find further details about admission requirements, the application process, tuition fees, etc. at Being enrolled in this programme has given me the opportunity to go to Malaysia and Tanzania for fieldwork. Two experiences from which I ve learnt a lot both academically and personally. Apart from that, it is quite a flexible programme and the variety of courses offered allowed me to focus on the areas that interest me the most. Marta Montoro Cáceres, from Spain, is pursuing an MSc in Agricultural Development. 12 FACULTY OF SCIENCE

13 MSc in Agricultural Economics By 2050, we will be about nine billion people on Earth, and we will all need food. Resources are scarce and the needs plentiful. If you would like to help create positive changes nationally and internationally by tackling the huge challenges in the fields of international economics and food policy, an MSc in Agricultural Economics is an obvious choice. In the two-year MSc programme, you will learn how the economics and policies of the rich countries influence the less wealthy countries, and how changes in the EU and world trade influence the everyday life of, for instance, poor farmers. You will gain knowledge about the way financial incentives can regulate the consumption and production of food, and you will learn why rich parts of the world have large food stocks while people in the third world are starving. The programme also gives you the opportunity to study, for instance, how reduced VAT on selected foods can alter the way people shop for groceries. In addition to basic economic theory and empirical method, the program is generally characterized by great freedom of choice, so you can combine the courses you are passionate about. Many choose to specialise in, for example, food production and policy or in development economics, but there are many relevant combinations. Courses in environmental economics, agribusiness and/or management are perhaps the twist that it takes to create the professional profile you dream of. If you would like to study for an MSc in Agricultural Economics, you will find further details about admission requirements, the application process, tuition fees, etc. at ku.dk/agricultural-economics UNIVERSITY OF COPENHAGEN 13

14 MSc in Biochemistry Do you want to be at the cutting edge of research? To develop new drugs, conduct basic research or create biotechnological products of the kind we need as society becomes increasingly environmentally aware? Do you see greatness in small things? At the molecular level, for example? If you are into test tubes, microscopes, computers and a future that is progressing at breakneck speed, an MSc in Biochemistry may be just right for you. With an MSc degree in Biochemistry a wide range of career paths will be open to you. Biochemistry is the right choice for you if you want to help make discoveries in basic research or in the pharmaceuticals field, for example. In the two-year MSc programme, you will work experimentally and theoretically with bio chemical and molecular biology problems within a focus area of your own choosing. The options provided are practically endless. Your thesis will be an experimental and independent piece of work, often contributing to an existing research project, where you will be an integral part of the research group concerned. If you would like to study for an MSc in Biochemistry, you will find further details about admission requirements, the application process, tuition fees, etc. at I chose to study biochemistry because of the wide range of options offered by the programme. During my studies of protein chemistry I have acquired the skills to analyse and study scientific articles that cover different areas of protein sciences. And working on my master thesis I have learned numerous experimental techniques and procedures. Helen Ruul, from Estonia, MSc student at the Biochemistry programme. 14 FACULTY OF SCIENCE

15 This programme offers a very international and incredibly welcoming environment where I can decide how to build up my education. I have focussed on doing projects with my teachers where I can learn how to get involved in actual research projects. Not only is it highly educating, but it s also a lot of fun, especially when your work is appreciated. Gáspár Pándy-Szekeres, from Hungary, is studying for an MSc in Bioinformatics. MSc in Bioinformatics Bioinformatics is an extremely dynamic field of interdisciplinary research. Advances in biological research over the last 50 years have revolutionised our understanding of the molecular basis for life - from the 1940s, when it was first realized that genetic information was encoded in DNA, to the present day, when we have sequenced the DNA for a number of species, including our own. This and other major breakthroughs have changed the science of biology for good. Just a few years ago, genes were studied one by one. Today, experimental technologies allow us to survey all the genes in an organism, as well as their activity levels and complex interactions. Intensive computing is necessary to handle and analyse the enormous amounts of data from such experiments, hence the field of bio informatics. Bioinformatics aims to solve biological problems using mathematical, statistical and computational techniques. Modern bio logical and medical research would be inconceivable without bioinformatics. If you choose to study Bioinformatics at University of Copenhagen, you will investigate fundamental topics in bioinformatics such as sequence analysis, protein and RNA structural analysis, genomics, phylogenetics, analysis of high-output data, and machine learning methods. In the two-year MSc programme, only one-third of the courses are compulsory, so you will have ample opportunity to address and specialise in your favourite topic through electives, limited research projects and while working on your thesis. If you would like to study for an MSc in Bioinformatics, you will find further details about admission requirements, the application process, tuition fees, etc. at UNIVERSITY OF COPENHAGEN 15

16 MSc in Biology In many ways the 21st century belongs to biology. As an MSc student in Biology you will be part of a rapidly developing field in which modern biology is integrating molecular techniques in the solution of biological problems such as climate change, pollution, diseases, and loss of biodiversity. If you would like to make a difference and make your mark on the future, an MSc in Biology is the obvious choice for you. In the two-year MSc programme, theory merges with experience in the field or in the lab. The wide range of courses in the MSc programme allows you to specialise in one or more of the many disciplines within biology and to customise your own degree in accordance with your interests and plans for the future. Studying biology is a lifestyle. The studies will parallel your individual needs and provide you with unique competencies, while the interdisciplinary nature of biology means that many different career paths will be open to you and that you will be capable of performing a variety of jobs. If you would like to study for an MSc in Biology, you will find further details about admission requirements, the application process, tuition fees, etc. at The biology programme equips you with a broad knowledge base in relation to life, from molecular to ecosystem levels. The synergy between lectures, field trips and lab exercises allows you to grasp content in a number of ways. Beyond instruction, there are plenty of chances for you to take part in a variety of social and academic activities. Tilde Roland Høberg, from Denmark, is a recent graduate in Biology. 16 FACULTY OF SCIENCE

17 I searched for a programme where I could choose the courses I wanted. Here in Copenhagen I could choose almost everything. I got what I came for. I m totally satisfied, actually. Sebastian Theobald, from Germany, a recent Biology-Biotechnology graduate. MSc in Biology Biotechnology Where biology teaches us to understand nature, biotechnology gives us the chance to use it. As an MSc student in Biology-Biotechnology, you will be working with biotechnological problems related to health and diseases in humans, animals and plants across traditional boundaries. With biotechnology you can improve food production and produce new generations of bio-fuel. Biotechnology is using nature for the future. The two-year MSc programme consists of core and compulsory courses, elective courses and a thesis. Your professional profile is built through your selection of elective courses. You can choose to specialise in a single organism (animals, plants or microbes) or in methods such as bioinformatics, nanobiotechnology or bioprocess technology, or in a particular subject area such as pharmacology and toxicology, enzymology or genome and cell biology. Throughout the programme there is a strong focus on innovation and collaboration with relevant industries. The programme consists of a wide selection of elective courses, which makes it possible for you to compose a profile that matches your personal interests. Biotechnology is an international research area, and an MSc in Biology-Biotechnology will en able you to work with research and development in research laboratories and biotech industries all over the world. If you would like to study for an MSc in Biology-Biotechnology, you will find further details about admission requirements, the application process, tuition fees, etc. at ku.dk/biology-biotechnology UNIVERSITY OF COPENHAGEN 17

18 MSc in Chemistry The world is facing big problems ranging from global climate change over scarcity of resources and energy to personal health issues. With an MSc in Chemistry you will become a problem solver. You can invent brand new substances and materials, improve existing compounds and processes and predict the effects of releasing them into air, water and soil. In Copenhagen, an MSc in Chemistry is a two-year programme. We offer a year of lab work, direct access to professors and a personal impact on the research you choose to become involved with. We have a proud tradition of academic excellence which ensures that we produce research scientists who are well versed in all aspects of theoretical, computational and practical chemistry. You are invited to choose one of our four specialisations: organic synthesis, inorganic chemistry, physical chemistry and green and sustainable chemistry. The specialisations can be personalised with 15 ECTS points worth of courses within and beyond chemistry. With an MSc degree from Copenhagen you will be proficient in current techniques, aware of the latest developments in your chosen field and trained to work creatively in research, development and analysis. If you would like to study for an MSc in Chemistry, you will find further details about admission requirements, the application process, tuition fees, etc. at Studying chemistry at the University of Copenhagen is both dynamic and challenging. I have learned a great deal of synthetic chemistry, new ways to approach challenging chemistry problems, and the importance of really understanding how mechanisms work as opposed to just memorization. Dasol Hwang, from South Korea, is pursuing an MSc in Chemistry. 18 FACULTY OF SCIENCE

19 I was looking for a combination of science and politics, and I think Climate Change has a good interdisciplinary mix. You learn to understand the big processes in society: how the governmental institutions work, the policy making, how they address climate change, and how they work to adapt or mitigate the climate change. Emelie Ölander, from Sweden, is pursuing an MSc in Climate Change. MSc in Climate Change While climate change has traditionally been considered solely a natural science issue mostly dealt with by geophysics, it has become increasingly clear that other branches of science must and can contribute to solving the problems we face globally: Within the natural sciences, the importance of the biosphere and the biogeochemical cycles has become evident. Social science disciplines, such as economics, sociology, political science and anthropology, have proved extremely important as well. Cultural and philosophical aspects should not be overlooked either. When you study for our MSc in Climate Change you will combine natural and social science approaches to the study of climate change, its causes and effects, how we can deal with it and adapt to it. An MSc in Climate Change provides graduates with knowledge and competences equipping them to take up job functions associated with local, national and international efforts to deal with climate change, one of the greatest current challenges to modern society. While most of the outstanding climate research at University of Copenhagen takes place within classical disciplinary boundaries, the MSc in Climate Change integrates this by establishing an interdisciplinary platform for studies, involving joint teaching and supervision of students by staff from many disciplines and departments, and through an integrated introduction, involving also projects and problem-oriented work. If you would like to study for an MSc in Climate Change, you will find further details about admission requirements, the application process, tuition fees, etc. at The two-year MSc programme in Climate Change draws on staff from a range of internationally leading research groups and centres at University of Copenhagen. UNIVERSITY OF COPENHAGEN 19

20 MSc in Computer Science The two-year MSc programme in Computer Science provides a comprehensive theoretical and practical curriculum, offered by a department that builds upon more than 40 years of research and education excellence in information technology and computer science. If you come to Copenhagen to study Computer Science, you will find research-based teaching, an international atmosphere, with some 40% of our MSc students coming from all over the world, and a challenging study environment. University of Copenhagen is also an excellent career-launching platform into industry or research thanks to very favourable rankings in various international academic ranking lists. Achieve further proficiency in basic computer science subjects, immerse yourself in the department s research environment and work with topics such as domain-specific programming languages, medical imaging, game development or the design of new user interfaces. You might even consider continuing as a PhD student within one of the department s research groups or at another top-tier university. If you would like to study for an MSc in Computer Science, you will find further details about admission requirements, the application process, tuition fees, etc. at www. science.ku.dk/computer-science My focus on medical imaging has given me valuable insights into all kind of things, from photo apps to hospital scanners. In the MSc programme in Computer Science, we develop applications using techniques and concepts that will be immediately applicable in my future career. Peter T. Kristensen, Denmark, is pursuing an MSc in Computer Science. 20 FACULTY OF SCIENCE

21 I m interested in waste management food waste and recycling, that s my main interests. I want to be an entrepreneur, initiating projects with start-up companies. Here at the university there are lots of facilities for studying on your own or in a group, and maybe that makes me want to study more. Because it feels like it s your job, it s your profession. Egle Zukauskaite, from Lithuania, a graduate from the Environmental and Natural Resource Economics programme. MSc in Environmental and Natural Resource Economics Climate change, environmental changes and the use of the world s natural resources have an impact on all of us, globally as well as locally. Do you want to help solve these huge challenges? With an MSc degree in Environmental and Natural Resource Economics, you will be able to make an important contribution to the global environment. The two-year MSc programme deals with economics, the environment, and natural resources in a global context. The recurrent theme of the programme is how we use the re sources available to us in the most efficient way. of the environment? and how can countries meet their international obligations to reduce CO2 emissions in the least expensive way? or how do we manage our fossil fuel reserves sustainably? Through a wide selection of core and elective courses, you have the opportunity to create a distinct professional profile. Elective courses include courses in the fields of economics, law, administration, or biology. You can also choose to take courses at other universities in Denmark or abroad. If you would like to study for an MSc in Environmental and Natural Resource Economics, you will find further details about admission requirements, the application process, tuition fees, etc. at environmental-natres-economics Therefore, some of the critical questions you may be working with during the programme include how do we assess the economic value UNIVERSITY OF COPENHAGEN 21

22 MSc in Environmental Chemistry and Health Are you interested in how the many thousands of chemicals in our modern society impact on the environment and human health, and not least what can be done to avoid the harmful effects of these chemicals? If so, you should seriously consider studying the two-year MSc programme in Environmental Chemistry and Health at University of Copenhagen. As a student of Environmental Chemistry and Health you will learn how chemical substances move and are converted in nature and in people as well as how to measure the impact of potentially harmful substances on the environment and human health. You will also learn how to avoid or remedy the harmful effects of chemicals, and how legislation is implemented to avoid these harmful effects. The Environmental Chemistry and Health programme offers you small classes and good opportunities for experimental courses and close contact with the researchers. You will only find this unique combination of study programme elements at the University of Copenhagen. The programme is interdisciplinary and you will have the opportunity to work with researchers and experts from various departments and faculties within the University of Copenhagen and at the National Research Center for the Working Environment (NRCWE) and the Danish Technical University which also participate in the programme. The MSc programme in Environmental Chemistry and Health qualifies you for an international career in research, consultancy or teaching. Furthermore, graduates are also employed in government agencies and ministries or with the EU, which has introduced extensive legislation in this area in recent years. If you would like to study for an MSc in Environmental Chemistry and Health, you will find further details about admission requirements, the application process, tuition fees, etc. at environmental-chemistry The program allowed me to build on my biomedical science undergraduate studies within the context of environmental external factors. The teaching methods encourage critical discussion which combined with extensive group work create a great learning environment. My studies have helped me clarify a future career goal within the pharmaceutical industry. Harry Milan, from Australia, is studying for an MSc in Environmental Chemistry and Health. 22 FACULTY OF SCIENCE

23 Pursuing an MSc in the field of Food Innovation and Health has been a positive learning and holistic life experience. The pro gramme offers me novel and interesting knowledge, balanced with the practical application of sensory science, social, cultural, entrepreneurial skills as well as a fair amount of interaction between fellow academics. Ghislaine Calleja, from Malta, MSc student at Food Innovation and Health. Food Innovation and Health Today, more and more of our meals are already partially or fully prepared before we enter the kitchen. At the same time, obesity and malnourishment are growing problems in society. This leads to higher demands on the products which are developed. With an MSc degree in Food Innovation and Health you will be developing healthier and better tasting food based upon scientific principles. You will learn about food chemistry, food culture, sensory science, consumers experience of food and meals as well as gastronomic techniques and you will learn innovative techniques in these areas. Furthermore, you will be trained to advise and collaborate with companies and health authorities in the food sector. The first year is primarily composed of compulsory courses on topics such as bioactive components, nutrition physiology, food chemistry, and consumer behaviour. In the second year, you will be drawing on these competences when you work with food innovation and health in practice in a large thematic course. You also get to choose a handful of elective courses before you write your master thesis. The teaching varies between lectures, problem-based learning, as well as both theoretical and practical exercises. While studying, you will have many opportunities to collaborate with the food sector, which can give you relevant competences and a good network. It is also possible to do projects in practice, e.g. in collaboration with a company or an institution, or to study abroad. As a graduate in Food Innovation and Health, you will be able to work in the food industry or within the public food area, for instance as a product developer or adviser. You can also work with communication, health promotion, management, or research, teach, serve as a consultant, or start your own company. If you would like to study for an MSc in Food Innovation and Health, you will find further details about admission requirements, the application process, tuition fees, etc. at food-innovation-and-health UNIVERSITY OF COPENHAGEN 23

24 MORE THAN 500 YEARS OF SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH University of Copenhagen was founded in 1479 and is one of the oldest universities in Europe. The original Faculty of Science was founded in 1850 by the physicist Hans Christian Ørsted. On 1 January 2012, Faculty of Life Sciences (LIFE) at University of Copenhagen merged with Faculty of Science to form the new expanded Faculty of Science (SCIENCE). The history of Faculty of Life Sciences (LIFE), formerly the Royal Veterinary and Agricultural University, goes back to The Faculty has produced many prominent researchers over the years, of whom five are among the total of nine Nobel laureates to have been attached to the University of Copenhagen to date: August Krogh, in 1920 for physiology; Niels Bohr, in 1922 for physics; George de Hevesy, in 1943 for chemistry; Aage Bohr, in 1975 for physics; and Ben R. Mottelson, 1975 for physics. The Faculty of Science departments and the various lecture halls, laboratories and other facilities are situated at primarily two campus areas in central Copenhagen. With its close proximity to the University s Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences and with Rigshospitalet (Copenhagen University Hospital) as the nextdoor neighbour to the Faculty s North Campus, this is an ideal setting for interdisciplinary research fields. Massive investments in research infrastructure are currently being made to develop the area around the North Campus into Copenhagen Science City. 24 FACULTY OF OF SCIENCE

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26 MSc in Food Science and Technology If you are interested in how foods are produced, what they consist of and how you can manage a production process from raw materials to finished product, the MSc programme in Food Science and Technology is what you are looking for. Food, quality and safety are much debated in our society and are important issues for the individual consumer. The advances that have taken place in recent decades within technology and biological science have created completely new and complex ways of producing and processing foods, and there is a growing need for highly qualified food science graduates who can grasp and apply the new technologies. An MSc degree in food science and technology will enable you to work with challenges associated with food production, food safety, food quality and health. And you will be able to develop foods based on gastronomic knowhow and consumer knowledge. The two-year MSc programme in Food Science and Technology consists of compulsory courses, elective courses and finally a thesis, building on the knowledge you have acquired on food issues and food production. You can either follow an individual track or choose between the specialisations Dairy Science and Technology or Brewing Science and Technology. The food industry is one of Denmark s most important sectors and many opportunities exist for food science graduates. Some of our graduates work in food companies with product development, quality management and company management. Others are involved in the development of new and healthy foods or are working to prevent undesirable bacteria from entering the products. The food industry is globally oriented, and the programme gives you a solid foundation for an international career. If you would like to study for an MSc in Food Science and Technology, you will find further details about admission requirements, the application process, tuition fees, etc. at If you think that food is an exciting science subject, you can put together a programme that suits your interests. You can find courses covering a host of things, from wine, meat, beer and dairy production to hygiene, yeast and enzymes. Karen H. G. Nielsen, Denmark, is a Food Science and Technology graduate. 26 FACULTY OF SCIENCE

27 We took field trips to Norway and Sweden where we learned about forestry and governance of various natural resources. We also visited organisations that worked with varying aspects of forestry, such as environmental certification and legislation. The trips provided us with useful knowledge for exams but also for future jobs. Marte Franck, from Norway, is a Forest and Nature Management graduate. MSc in Forest and Nature Management Do you want to help develop the world s forests and nature areas in a sustainable manner? If so, you should seriously consider studying for an MSc in Forest and Nature Management. Forests and nature areas have many important functions. They protect biological diversity, provide pure drinking water, produce wood and give us experiences such as hunting, fishing and recreation. Forests are important for the well-being of the entire earth animals, plants, humans, the climate and the environment all depend on them. With an MSc degree in Forest and Nature Management you will be involved in finding a sustainable balance between ecology, economy and society. Through the programme you will learn about the biology, soil and ecological cycle of forests, work with economics, management and the rules and regulations that control the use of our forests and nature and learn how to think strategically and holistically. The two-year programme offers you a number of elective courses including courses in economics, tropical forestry, management or communication that allow you to personalise your degree. Excursions and field trips are important elements in the programme and give you the chance to learn about real problems and their solutions. You will also have the opportunity to work as a volunteer or to study abroad as part of the programme. If you would like to study for an MSc in Forest and Nature Management, you will find further details about admission requirements, the application process, tuition fees, etc. at UNIVERSITY OF COPENHAGEN 27

28 MSc in Geography and Geoinformatics If you want to influence the world you live in, Geography and Geoinformatics is the MSc programme for you. You will learn about global and international issues and about what is going on locally just around the corner. The themes of the two-year MSc programme range from issues related to, for example, urban planning to environmental issues. You will investigate the processes and structures that shape the world we live in and from which we make our living. You will be able to choose between five specialisations, for example Dynamic Geomorphology Processes and Landscapes and Environment, Society and Development. Within each specialisation you can compose your own academic profile by choosing among topics and areas such as urban and regional development, globalisation, sustainability, resource management, global environmental and natural processes and applied geoinformatics as well as the various social, economic and environmental changes throughout the world. You will also learn how to analyse local, national and global issues on an interdisciplinary basis. This research-based programme thereby provides you with very good opportunities for creating an interesting academic profile and landing an exciting job. If you would like to study for an MSc in Geography and Geoinformatics, you will find further details about admission requirements, the application process, tuition fees, etc. at What attracted me to the programme was the opportunity to specialise within the field of geography through a research group that encompassed both technical and societal processes. The programme exposed me to new ways of learning, such as critical thinking, project-based group work and oral exams, experiences that will equip me for future employment. Georgia Karabelas, United States, is pursuing an MSc in Geography and Geoinformatics. 28 FACULTY OF SCIENCE

29 What attracted me to Geology-Geoscience at University of Copenhagen were the many options available. They enabled me to design a course specifically to fit all of my interests and objectives. My ultimate wish is to eventually work in the mining industry. I know this programme is a great platform to get me there. Catherine Crotty, from Ireland, is studying for an MSc in Geology-Geoscience. MSc in Geology-Geoscience 4.6 billion years! The history of the Earth spans a mind-boggling and fascinating length of time. As a graduate student in the two-year Geology-Geoscience MSc programme, you will become acquainted with this great story of the processes that are continually transforming our planet and shaping the basis of our existence. You will take part in research that investigates momentous periods of the Earth s history and our planet s most dramatic forces. Geology-Geoscience is a sensory science in which observation, experience and intuition complement one another and are combined with analyses and scientific deliberations. Geology-Geoscience is a programme that will challenge your imagination and intellect. You will combine geology with new findings and methods from biology, physics, chemistry, nanotechnology, ecology, climatology and archaeology, building an overall picture of the way the Earth has evolved and of the conditions under which we now live. If you seek answers to some of the Earth s greatest questions, an MSc in Geology-Geoscience is a good choice. If you would like to study for an MSc in Geology-Geoscience, you will find further details about admission requirements, the application process, tuition fees, etc. at UNIVERSITY OF COPENHAGEN 29

30 MSc in Human Nutrition The Human Nutrition programme gives you a solid understanding of the principles, methods and tools of nutritional science. In the Human Nutrition programme, you will also gain a comprehensive knowledge of the importance of food for human health. Our society is highly focused on food and health. One of the reasons for this is that obesity has become a major problem for many people and, consequently, for society in the form of lifestyle diseases that are a burden on the healthcare system. In the course of the two-year MSc programme, you will learn about the conversion of energy and nutrients in the human body, the importance of nutrition in the various stages of life and the effects of nutrition on health and disease. The programme consists of compulsory, restricted elective and elective courses as well as thematic courses. Your elective courses may be chosen among courses offered at this Faculty or at the University in general, for instance International Nutrition and Health, but you can also choose courses at other universities in Denmark and abroad. If you would like to study for an MSc in Human Nutrition, you will find further details about admission requirements, the application process, tuition fees, etc. at www. science.ku.dk/human-nutrition I wanted to find a programme that could expand my knowledge of nutrition and provide a more holistic perspective of the field. The MSc here at University of Copenhagen does just that, with courses involving social and behavioural aspects of health and nutrition from a global understanding, and the tools necessary to critically analyse current research. Maggie Clark, from Canada, is pursuing an MSc in Human Nutrition. 30 FACULTY OF SCIENCE

31 I knew from back home that University of Copenhagen has a top ranking in the field of landscape architecture, so I jumped at the opportunity when it arose and enrolled in the programme. Copenhagen is the place to be when you study landscape architecture because the city is in front when it comes to new urban spaces and sustainable transformation projects. Fernando Gonzáles Teijeiro, from Spain, is a Landscape Architecture graduate. MSc in Landscape Architecture Are you dreaming of shaping the cities of tomorrow and the spaces where we spend most of our lives in a way that provides the best conditions for humans and nature? If so, an MSc in Landscape Architecture could be the right choice for you. Choosing to pursue an MSc degree in Landscape Architecture means choosing a creative academic degree. As a landscape architect you will combine knowledge about nature and ecology with design and an understanding of human experiences. During the two-year MSc programme in Landscape Architecture, you will learn about design, planning and management of the urban landscape on the basis of functional, aesthetic, social and biological considerations. And you will learn how to achieve holistic and sustainable urban and landscape development solutions. You will be part of an ambitious project-based educational environment combining high academic standards with intensive and creative studio work. You can choose to work with the strategic development of entire cities and regions or, for instance, design a schoolyard, a park or a garden or transform a former industrial area into a new and livable environment. When studying for an MSc in Landscape Architecture, you can choose to specialise in urban design, landscape planning and green space management. If you would like to study for an MSc in Landscape Architecture, you will find further details about admission requirements, the application process, tuition fees, etc. at www. science.ku.dk/landscape-architecture UNIVERSITY OF COPENHAGEN 31

32 MSc in Mathematics Mathematics is an elegant way of solving problems. Mathematics is the science of structures in a broad sense. They may be numerical structures, spatial structures, colour structures, musical structures, logical structures or those of a thousand other things. Mathematicians study these structures as they form, stretch, bend, play and form connections between them. Mathematics is also an important school subject, systematically investigated in the speciali sation Didactics of Mathematics. You can pursue all of these approaches to mathematics as a graduate student at the University of Copenhagen. The MSc programme in Mathematics is a two-year programme. If you would like to study for an MSc in Mathematics, you will find further details about admission requirements, the application process, tuition fees, etc. at When you start looking, you find structures everywhere. Mathematics is the language used to express many of our deepest thoughts about the world. Mathematical applications can be used as a way to get inside structures. Or, you can become engrossed in the abstract game. 32 FACULTY OF SCIENCE

33 Mathematics-Economics is a fantastic programme. The level of abstraction is high and, obviously, the programme contains a lot of advanced maths, so we end up with excellent qualifications and really have something quite special to offer. Lea Nøhr Hjelmager Hansen, from Denmark, is a Mathematics-Economics graduate. MSc in Mathematics-Economics Do you find economics and finance fascinating? Are you interested in reading mathematics and using mathematical science in practice? In that case, an MSc in Mathematics-Economics is an obvious choice. As a graduate student of mathematical economics, you will approach and engage with economic modelling. Economic modelling often uses highly advanced mathematics and statistics for the managing and planning of production and traffic and for macro-economic models of the type used by central banks such as Danmarks Nationalbank and the European Central Bank. The MSc programme in Mathematics-Economics is a two-year programme. If you would like to study for an MSc in Mathematics-Economics, you will find further details about admission requirements, the application process, tuition fees, etc. at mathematics-economics UNIVERSITY OF COPENHAGEN 33

34 MSc in Molecular Biomedicine The MSc programme in Molecular Biomedicine focuses on experimental work with the molecular biology of human disease. It is run jointly by the two faculties of science and health, both located on the same campus in Copenhagen. During the two-year programme, the main focus will be on your independent laboratory work with a research project that runs for the duration of the programme. In addition, both compulsory and elective courses must be taken. The courses run in parallel with the laboratory project. Upon completion of the course programme, you will have the necessary background for stringent scientific analysis of your own and others experimental work. As an MSc graduate in Molecular Biomedicine, you will be able to participate as an integral member of an international biomedical research team, and you will have had the best possible training to continue with PhD studies at world-leading universities and laboratories. Thus, graduates from the programme are also particularly well suited for jobs in in the biomedical industry, at hospitals and other research environments. If you would like to study for an MSc in Molecular Biomedicine, you will find further details about admission requirements, the application process, tuition fees, etc. at www. science.ku.dk/molecular-biomedicine I was surprised to discover the degree of respect that Molecular Biomedicine appears to command in Denmark. Indeed, the programme adds tremendous value when cited in job applications. And given the size of academic and industrial research here, graduates become natural candidates for many diverse opportunities. Darryl Johnson, from Ireland, is pursuing an MSc in Molecular Biomedicine. 34 FACULTY OF SCIENCE