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Academy of Music, Aalborg Royal School of Library and Information Science Rhythmic Music Conservatory The Royal Academy of Fine Arts, School of Conservation The Danish National School of Theatre Royal School of Library and Information Science The Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, School of Architecture Aarhus School of Architecture The national film school of Denmark The Royal Academy of Music, Aarhus The Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, Schools of Visual Arts Danmarks Designskole The Royal Danish Academy of Music Designskolen Kolding Carl Nielsen Academy of Music Odense Welcome to the creative studies in art and culture at institutions of higher education in Denmark. This booklet contains information on studying and living in our country and about the great variety of creative studies in art and culture available. 16 academies and schools offer a wide range of educations in Fine Arts, Music, Conservation and Libraries, Film, Theatre and Dance, and Architecture and Design. The booklet also provides useful links to up-to-date information on Danish culture and on living in our country. We hope this will inspire you to explore the websites and the many activities open to you. In their respective fields, the 16 academies and schools represent the very best both in Danish art and culture and in Danish educational theory and practice. The academies and schools, their teachers and students are in close contact with artists, performers, and all those who practice and enjoy the cultural activities on offer. Danish study environments have an international outlook and we welcome many international students to our educational programmes every year. Denmark has a rich and dynamic cultural life. Traditions and history go hand in hand with the latest and most innovative ideas and trends. Aesthetics and functionality are united, while never losing sight of the individual. Denmark is also an important bridgehead between Nordic culture and the rest of Europe. As an international student in Denmark you will form new academic and social relations and get new inspiration. You will experience the Nordic way of studying. We are convinced that you will enjoy your stay in our country. Yours sincerely Rectors Conference of the Danish Ministry of Culture studying and living in denmark Academy of Music and Music Communication Glass and Ceramic School Bornholm
STUDYING AND LIVING IN DENMARK A good place to study Denmark invests large sums in education. Public expenditure on education amounts to 8 per cent of GDP, one of the highest figures in the world. The facilities offered by Danish art schools and academies are generally excellent equipment and materials are modern, and many of the lecturers are of international repute. You can find more information at www.studyindenmark.dk and www.ciriusonline.dk. A year of study in Denmark A Danish academic year is divided into two semesters which typically run from September until Christmas and from January or February until June or July. However, this may vary, depending on examinations and projects during the study courses. Some educational programmes also admit students in February. Residence permit Please contact the school or academy at which you are enrolled for detailed information about the procedure for obtaining or renewing a residence permit. Procedures may vary according to your nationality. If you live in a non-eu country, you need to apply for a residence permit from your home country. A place to live The most common student accommodation is halls of residence, flat or house-sharing, and rooms rented in private homes. In Denmark, halls of residence are situated all over the city and are usually not on a campus as is the case in many other countries. Some schools and academies help students find a place to live, but often there is no housing guarantee. In order to find cheap accommodation it is a good idea to start your search well in advance. Networking is a key concept The Danish way of teaching is dynamic and informal. A characteristic of Danish creative studies in art and culture is cross-disciplinary co-operation. Networking across study programmes or within the same subject can be of great value later in your professional life. Most studies organise a Fredagsbar (Friday Bar) where you can meet your fellow students in a social setting Friday afternoon after classes. In large cities such as Copenhagen and Aarhus there are student clubs run by students for students which arrange concerts, cafés etc.
Student administration office and student and career counselling All the creative studies in art and culture have student administration offices and student counsellors where you may find help and advice in connection with your studies, student grants, internships, foundations and scholarships etc. You can also talk to a student counsellor if you have personal problems. The student counsellors are bound to secrecy. Libraries Anyone can borrow books, films, and from Danish libraries free of charge. The libraries have a broad selection of newspapers and magazines, and all libraries offer reading facilities and internet connection. All creative studies in art and culture have specialist libraries. A few of these libraries lend to the general public, while others only lend to students, teachers, and staff. How to get around The easiest way to get around is by bicycle. The many bicycle paths in the cities make cycling a safe and quick mode of transport. The public transportation system is an extensive network of busses, trains, and metro (in Copenhagen) which covers the cities and most of the country. The cost of living in Denmark The cost of living varies according to where you live in Denmark. Accommodation is generally more expensive in the big cities. You should expect to spend between 4,800 and 6,000 Danish kroner, equal to 645-800 Euro, per month. This covers accommodation, food, and other living expenses, telecommunication, and pocket money. With a student card you can get discounts in many places e.g. at museums and theatres. If you fall ill Citizens from the EU/EEA and certain other countries are entitled to free health insurance. Citizens from other countries are entitled to public health insurance six weeks after arrival. Anyone living in Denmark is entitled to free emergency hospital treatment. Learn more at www.workindenmark.dk. You can speak to the Danes Most Danes especially young people speak and understand English so well that it is easy to carry out conversations. In many places, international students are offered free Danish classes during their stay. The Nordic identity Although there are many differences between the Nordic countries Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, and Iceland there are also many similarities. One may even speak of a Nordic identity. The similarities are found in our values, social structure, and languages. They are also evident in our common pursuit of the simple, light, and clean lines in design and furnishing. The study environment is characterised by an informal tone amongst students and teachers alike. This informal tone is also found in the relationship between the population and the authorities which is all part of Nordic mentality. Another common feature of the Nordic countries is the welfare model where welfare benefits such as the free health care system, social security, free education, and subsidies for art and culture are all financed through the tax system. Feel safe Denmark is a safe country to study and live in and the crime rate is low. Denmark: a country of artistic and cultural diversity A creative oasis in the capital Centrally in Copenhagen surrounded by water, green spaces, and with a fantastic view of the city centre you will find the district called Holmen. Until a few years ago, this area belonged to the Danish navy but today Holmen is home to many of the creative art studies in Copenhagen. Here you find The National Film School of Denmark, The Danish National School of Theatre, The Rhythmic Music Conservatory, and The Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, School of Architecture. Apart from state-of-the-art facilities, Holmen also offers a cross-aesthetical learning environment with collaboration between the various studies.
A versatile art scene The Danish gallery scene is young and sparkling with great openness towards new up-andcoming artists. The galleries are mainly found in the major cities where you will also find large museums of international repute such as ARoS, Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek, Statens Museum for Kunst, Louisiana, and Arken. The Danish art scene comprises both modern, contemporary artists such as Olafur Eliasson, Jeppe Hein, and Peter Land who have all studied at The Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts and more traditional artists. Denmark also has a unique ceramics and and crafts tradition which you can experience at many museums and galleries around the country. You will find a list of the Danish museums at www.museums.dk. Classic lamps and haute couture Danish design is renowned all over the world especially for its classic lamps and furniture by well-known architects such as Børge Mogensen, Hans Wegner, Poul Henningsen, Arne Jacobsen, and Verner Panton. However, contemporary Danish design is also popular. Many are familiar with Danish designers of clothes, jewellery, kitchen utensils, and audio and video equipment such as Bruuns Bazaar, Munthe plus Simonsen, Dyrberg/Kern, Pilgrim, Georg Jensen, Bodum, and Bang & Olufsen. At The Danish Design Centre in Copenhagen you can see a number of exhibitions of both classic and new design. At their homepage, www.ddc.dk, you will find a list of design exhibitions and events. Read about INDEX:, who awards the most prestigious design prizes in the world at www.index2005.dk. More than world-famous opera houses Denmark has fostered many famous names in the field of architecture. Arne Jacobsen is one of the great architects of modernism, and Jørn Utzon, who designed the Sydney Opera House, and J.O. von Sprechelsen, who designed La Grande Arche in Paris, have made Denmark famous abroad. Henning Larsen has made his mark internationally, the Foreign Ministry in Riyadh being an example of his work. Henning Larsen has also designed the new opera house in Copenhagen. 3xNielsen, Plot, and Schmidt, Hammer & Lassen are examples of young firms of architects who are making a name for themselves abroad. Danish towns are full of magnificent examples of architecture from many centuries everything from half-timbered houses to ultramodern buildings. Within a very short distance you can experience a diversity and variety which normally you would find only in books of architecture. At the homepage of Dansk Arkitektur Center you can take a virtual tour of various examples of Danish town architecture. See more at www.dac.dk. Cultural heritage Denmark is committed to preserving the cultural heritage of all humankind. Archives, libraries, and museums are dedicated to making our cultural heritage accessible to the general public, not only in traditional ways such as exhibitions but also by improved electronic access. The Danish cultural heritage studies are leaders in their field, collaborate with their foreign counterparts, and are active in international organisations. A small country with a large screen Since the 1980s, Denmark has been a strong player on the international film scene represented by award winning directors such as Bille August, Lars von Trier and Gabriel Axel. With the development of the controversial and experimental concept Dogme95, which challenges and breaks with modern conventions of film narratives, the success of Danish film is irrefutable. Lars von Trier, Thomas Vinterberg, and Lone Scherfig are just three of the directors who have spearheaded the international Dogme fame. Since then, other directors have had their international breakthrough e.g. Susanne Bier, Nicolaj Arcel, and Per Fly. In other genres such as short films, children s films, and documentaries, Denmark has also won many international awards. Read about the Copenhagen International Film Festival at www.copenhagenfilmfestival.com and the documentary film festival Copenhagen Dox at www.cphdox.dk. From epic drama to experimental theatre In Denmark there are many small and large theatres. Most theatres give student discounts of up to 50 per cent on admission. You can find everything from the classic repertoire of ballet, opera, and plays at The Royal Danish Theatre to small theatres where you may find experimental plays, dance, and performance approached in novel ways. The newly opened Copenhagen opera house The Royal Opera - is part of The Royal Danish Theatre. There are also theatre festivals e.g. Vildskud in Copenhagen and Junge Hunde in Copenhagen and Aarhus. Look out for Copenhagen International Theatre (KIT) at www.kit.dk, which offers international theatre, dance, performance, and circus, as well as Gran Teater for Dans in Aarhus at www.gran-teaterfordans.dk. The classical scene is rich and diverse The many local al societies offer chamber concerts by established ensembles and by upand-coming young artists. Many churches also host free concerts. The Royal Danish Orchestra, Danish National Symphony Orchestra, and regional symphony orchestras are recognised both nationally and internationally and often work closely together with the Danish academies of. The Royal Opera hosts The Chorus of the Royal Danish Opera which is hailed as one of the world s best opera choir. During the summer, festivals of classical are arranged all over the country, and in the major cities you will find an active environment focused on new composition and performance. In Copenhagen, Den Anden Opera (The Other Opera) and Athelas Sinfonietta Copenhagen are but two of the standard-bearers, and in the city of Aarhus, Århus Sinfonietta plays a central role. The city of Odense hosts Musikhøst (Music Harvest), an annual international festival of contemporary. www.snyk.dk gives a good overview of the venues and artists on the contemporary scene.
Great al experiences Denmark has a flourishing environment offering many opportunities for experiencing at an international standard and for performing. At the many venues in the cities, and not least at the festivals, there is ample opportunity to listen to. The Roskilde Festival is the best known of the festivals. It is the largest in Northern Europe featuring international names in rock, pop, hip hop, world etc. Denmark also hosts a number of other festivals which range widely in genre and are held all over the country. Read more at www.festivaldanmark.dk. Denmark ranks highly internationally due to our great openness to new and the excellent facilities for ians in the form of inexpensive practice rooms and modern studios. Following the international success of Aqua, Safri Duo and Junior Senior, Denmark like Sweden has become a Scandinavian springboard to an international career in. USEFUL LINKS www.studyindenmark.dk Website which answers many of the questions you may have about studying and living in Denmark. Here you can read about the many reasons for choosing to go to Denmark. www.ciriusonline.dk Website about the official aspects of studying in Denmark. Here you can find information on how to apply for grants, on credit transfer, description of the Danish forms of study etc. www.denmark.dk Denmark s official window on the world. You will find information on everything from public authorities to housing and Danish fields of research. useful links www.udlst.dk Website of the Danish Immigration Service. Here you will find information on residence permits and other rules and regulations. www.workindenmark.dk Information on working in Denmark. Learn about the possibilities and conditions which apply if you wish to get a job in Denmark. There is information about visa, health insurance, and welfare. www.useit.dk Useful information for students in Copenhagen. Here is everything from a guide to the cultural life to advice on how to find accommodation. A useful guide if you are on a low budget. www.visitdenmark.com Good advice and information on Danish tourist attractions. Here you will find inspiring information on things to do in your spare time. Includes a guide to Danish cultural life, nature, and how to get to the various attractions. You will find links to the websites of the creative studies in art and culture on the following pages.
Denmark has a great variety of study programmes in and crafts. The Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, Schools of Visual Arts, offers programmes in both traditional and new subjects covering painting, sculpting, graphic arts, photography, and video art. The schools also offer a theoretical study programme in the presentation of art. Artistic activities are central to the studies, and students will have to prove their talent in their chosen field before they are admitted to the schools. The creation of works of art is not only the starting point and the foundation of the frequently changing definitions of the various theoretical and technical disciplines taught at the schools, it is also the lifeblood of the research and development activities. The instruction aims at enabling the student to work independently on a major artistic project and to solve inherent technical and theoretical problems. Denmark has a great tradition for creating new and exciting works of and crafts. For centuries, Denmark s artistic environments have benefited from our geographical position as a bridgehead between the Nordic countries and the rest of Europe. The resulting dynamics between history and the present age are uniquely Danish.
The Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, Schools of Visual Arts The Schools of Visual Arts are a modern and innovative institution of higher education carrying on proud traditions in. The schools were founded in 1754 and still exist on the original premises in the centre of Copenhagen. The schools offer study programmes in traditional subjects such as painting, sculpting, graphic arts, ceramics, and new subjects such as the time-based media. The schools provide instruction and stimulating research in the creative arts and in the history and theory of art and civilisation, and they also develop the various artistic/technical disciplines which form the basis of the practice of visual arts. The schools participate in many kinds of international collaboration. International artists, critics, and philosophers visit the academy to conduct or participate in seminars. The schools also collaborate with a number of foreign academies, art centres, museums, universities, and various organisations, aiming at student exchanges, joint exhibitions, and publications. The Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, Schools of Visual Arts Website: www.kunstakademiet.dk Location: Copenhagen Number of students: 200, of whom 33 are international students. Language requirements: Instruction is mainly in Danish. International students must master English on a level which allows easy communication with professors, teachers and fellow students. Accommodation: Students arrange their own accommodation. Admission: Regular students are admitted through an entrance exam based on their artworks through which their talent is judged by a selection committee. International students are selected by the Study Board on the basis of documentation of their work.
Denmark has a long and flourishing tradition for al performance. Six academies located in different parts of Denmark specialise in classical and rhythmic such as jazz, pop, rock, and folk. The academies are an important part of the rich, Danish life dating back to the times of Niels W. Gade and Carl Nielsen. With their roots in classical, people like Per Nørgård, Poul Ruders, and Bent Sørensen have secured new, Danish compositional a strong position internationally. The world-famous violinist Nikolaj Znaider received his early training at a Danish academy of. In the 1960s and 1970s, Copenhagen was the capital of jazz. American jazz ians such as Thad Jones, Dexter Gordon, and Ben Webster made their home in Copenhagen and were instrumental in forming a jazz scene of international repute which still inspires and develops talents in Denmark to this day. World-famous Danish jazz ians include the bass player Niels-Henning Ørsted Pedersen, the Doky brothers, and the trumpeter Palle Mikkelborg. In the genre of popular, Safri Duo, Aqua, Mew, and The Raveonettes are examples of Danish, international successes. The academies work closely together with symphony orchestras, ensembles, rhythmic venues, and the many schools in Denmark. The academies are also active players in international educational cooperation and on the national level they have close contacts to and co-operation with other educational institutions. The study programmes aim at giving the students theoretical and practical qualifications and enabling the students to specialise in a narrower subject area. All study programmes are professionally oriented and qualify the students for employment as ians, teachers or for other jobs in the business.
The Royal Danish Academy of Music The Royal Danish Academy of Music is a modern institution of higher education based on a solid foundation of more than a century of tradition and experience. The academy has deep roots in the golden age of Danish. The academy was founded in 1867 by the composer N.W. Gade. Her Majesty the Queen is patron of The Royal Danish Academy of Music. The academy specialises in classical and trains ians, singers, teachers, church ians, composers, and recording directors in a broad range of subjects. The students are taught to meet the demands of the professional scene in orchestras, ensembles, choirs, schools, and churches. The academy offers bachelor, master, and soloist study programmes, as well as a number of postgraduate programmes. The mixture of teachers and students reflects the academy s international study environment. The academy s international collaboration consists partly of exchanges and partly of major projects at the artistic, pedagogical research level. The Opera Academy trains opera singers in cooperation with The Danish Royal Theatre and The Royal Danish Academy of Music, with The Danish Royal Theatre being responsible for al drama training and the academy for singing instruction. Rhythmic Music Conservatory Rhythmic Music Conservatory (RMC) is the only academy of in Denmark exclusively devoted to the teaching of pop and jazz. RMC is highly acknowledged as an educational institution in this particular field, on both a national and an international level. RMC is a powerhouse of al and innovative development. The level of education is high, and our students are taught by brilliant teachers from Denmark and abroad. RMC is in close contact with the vibrant scene in Denmark as well as the professional industry. Our students have ample opportunity to develop their professional skills and enjoy campus life with their fellow students. RMC is situated in a purpose-built building with top-grade technical and rehearsal facilities. The neighbouring art schools of architecture, film, theatre, and dance provide a unique environment for artistic and educational interaction between students and staff. At RMC you can study towards undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in performance, education, sound engineering, and management. RMC also offers an advanced solo performance degree for professionals with a master s degree or equivalent educational background. The Royal Danish Academy of Music Website: www.dkdm.dk Location: Copenhagen Number of students: 360, of whom 160 are international students. Language requirements: It is recommended to attend an intensive Danish course before beginning the study. As a minimum, a satisfactory command of spoken and written English is necessary. General information and class instruction are in Danish. Accommodation: The academy helps exchange students in their search for accommodation. There is no housing guarantee. Admission: Regular students are admitted on the basis of an individual audition. For exchange students, admission is based on a written application endorsed by the home institution accompanied by audio documentation. Rhythmic Music Conservatory (RMC) Website: www.rmc.dk Location: Copenhagen Number of students: 200, of whom 20 per cent are international students. Language requirements: Instruction is in Danish. International students are expected to learn Danish. Accommodation: Students arrange their own accommodation. Admission: Regular students are admitted on the basis of an individual entrance exam. Exchange students are admitted on the basis of a written application endorsed by the home institution and audio documentation.
The Royal Academy of Music, Aarhus The Royal Academy of Music, Aarhus is the largest Danish academy of which is home to both classical, rhythmic, and electronic. The academy offers bachelor, master, and soloist study programmes in classical and rhythmic, and bachelor and master programmes in electronic. The objective of the academy is to give its students the best possible foundation for taking up employment not only for the present but also for the future. The academy benefits from its location in the city of Aarhus, known for its cultural and study environment, and the academy participates in the many events and festivals in the city, both on its own and in collaboration with Aarhus Symphony Orchestra and Klüvers Big Band. The educational profile of the academy is based partly on the best from the apprenticeship tradition and the old European university tradition, and partly on innovative initiatives anchored in the latest educational research. In March 2007, the academy will move to a new large extension to Musikhuset Aarhus in the centre of the city. This move will mean a quantum leap for the study environment. The classical, rhythmic, and electronic department will then be under the same roof, and the academy will be at the same address as the Aarhus Symphony Orchestra and Danish National Opera. Aarhus Music School, Granhøj Dans, and the art museum ARoS are all in the vicinity. Academy of Music, Aalborg The academy of Music, Aalborg was founded in 1930. Since then, many professional ians and teachers have graduated from the academy. The academy has 107 student places divided between classical, jazz, pop, and rock. The academy offers bachelor, master, and soloist study programmes in classical and rhythmic. The classical repertoire embraces piano, singing, orchestral instruments, guitar, choir instruction, history and theory of, and church organ. The rhythmic repertoire embraces all the instruments used in rhythmic. The academy offers majors in classical choir instruction, history of, theory of, aural training, and rhythmic choir instruction. The objective of the education is to ensure that the student becomes both a proficient ian and a good teacher. High performance requirements and dedicated teaching by a competent, highly specialised teaching staff guarantee serious, innovative, exciting, and challenging educational programmes. The academy has international relations with e.g. Gothenburg, Stockholm, The Hague, London, Seville, Cuba, and New York through guest teachers and study trips. These connections are continually being extended through Nordplus, Nordpuls, Erasmus, and private contacts. In 2009, The Academy of Music, Aalborg and Aalborg University s educational programmes in and therapy will move to Musikkens Hus on the Aalborg harbour front. The Royal Academy of Music, Aarhus Website: www.musik-kons.dk Location: Aarhus Number of students: 310, of whom 42 are international students. Language requirements: It is recommended to attend an intensive Danish course before beginning the study. As a minimum, a satisfactory command of spoken and written English is necessary. General information and class instruction are in Danish. Accommodation: The academy helps exchange students in their search for accommodation. There is no housing guarantee. Admission: Students are admitted on the basis of an individual audition. Academy of Music, Aalborg Website: www.nordkons.dk Location: Aalborg Number of students: 107, of whom 3-4 are international students. Language requirements: It is recommended to attend an intensive Danish course before beginning the study. As a minimum, a satisfactory command of oral and written English is necessary. Instruction is in Danish. Accommodation: The academy will advise you on finding accommodation. The city of Aalborg offers a housing guarantee for the first month. Admission: Students are admitted on the basis of an individual audition.
Carl Nielsen Academy of Music, Odense The Carl Nielsen Academy of Music in Odense offers education in and teaching to the highest level, and also undertakes research and al development. The academy operates in the field between tradition and innovation, and its artistic and educational environment is characterised by the highest quality. The academy offers bachelor and master study programmes for ians and teachers in classical, jazz, and, as the only academy in Denmark, folk. The academy also offers a soloist study programme with emphasis on new and contemporary classical. With classical, jazz, and folk at the same location, the academy provides the opportunity to concentrate on the individual genre, but also the inspiration which comes from working across genres. International collaboration has a very high priority and flourishes through well-established channels such as ANMA and AEC. The academy is also a member of the Association of Baltic Academies of Music, ABAM, which is a close and active network of 16 academies in the Baltic region. Academy of Music and Music Communication, Esbjerg The Academy of Music and Music Communication offers bachelor and master study programmes in classical and rhythmic with an emphasis on jazz. The academy also offers soloist study programmes in classical guitar and organ. The academy specialises in church, and, as the only place in Denmark, communication. The focus of all activities is the. Be it education, research, concerts or touring, it is the ambition of the academy to train graduates who can communicate and knowledge about in all its aspects, based on a high academic level. The academy is an active and vibrant study environment which is very inspiring. Each year, the Academy gives about 140 concerts which makes it a much visited and popular attraction for the general public. The architecture and functionality of the buildings are quite unique, and the collection of instruments is of the highest standard. The academy has a fine, new Marcussen & Søn concert organ with 44 stops, and is the only Nordic academy which has been appointed an All Steinway Institution. Carl Nielsen Academy of Music, Odense Website: www.dfm.dk Location: Odense Number of students: 145, of whom 18 are international students. Language requirements: A basic knowledge of Danish is required. The academy will help by offering intensive Danish courses. Instruction is in Danish. Accommodation: The academy helps exchange students in their search for accommodation. The city of Odense offers a housing guarantee. Admission: Students are admitted on the basis of an individual entrance exam. Exchange students are admitted without examination, but often submit audio documentation. Academy of Music and Music Communication, Esbjerg Website: www.vmk.dk Location: Esbjerg Number of students: 110, of whom 20 are international students. Language requirements: A basic knowledge of Danish is required. International applicants are requested to submit documentation for their language skills. Instruction is in Danish. Accommodation: The academy offers accommodation. Esbjerg Kollegieforening (hall of residence association) offers a housing guarantee. Admission: Regular students are admitted on the basis of the individual entrance exam. Exchange students are admitted without examination, but often submit audio documentation.
The conservation and library studies in Denmark form a small, exclusive group which in many ways has a strong impact abroad. The field is characterised by its fruitful collaboration between manual dexterity and the relevant theory, where the theory has acquired a marked role within library and information science in particular. Students are taught to preserve our cultural heritage and make it accessible to the general public. At The Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, School of Conservation students are taught practical and manual skills and theories within the humanities and natural science. At The Royal School of Library and Information Science students are taught systematisation of knowledge in all its forms. Public libraries have a strong position in Denmark. Viewed in figures, the Danish library system is impressive: 700 local cultural centres employing 5,000 information specialists and cultural mediators and more than 30 million visits a year. The Danish tradition of free public libraries builds on democracy, information, cultural activity, and respect for every citizen s thirst for knowledge.
The Royal Academy of Fine Arts, School of Conservation The Royal Academy of Fine Arts, School of Conservation is a specialised institution of higher education offering bachelor, master and PhD study programmes in the science of conservation-restoration. The field of education and research is the preservation of our common cultural heritage which constitutes the evidence of human activity and the development in nature, as seen through e.g. writings and images, in artistic expression, in tools and buildings, and in finds of natural history. Graduates of the school find employment at museums, archives, libraries etc. The school is one of the leading institutions in conservation-restoration in Europe. Its research library is the largest in Northern Europe offering comprehensive services to the conservation-restoration profession. The school is a founding member of the European Network for Conservation-Restoration Education and enjoys extensive collaboration both with institutions of higher education and end-users worldwide. The school has acted as coordinator on several EC-funded research projects. Royal School of Library and Information Science The Royal School of Library and Information Science is one of the largest of its kind in the world. The school has departments in Copenhagen and Aalborg. The school carries on long traditions for international collaboration in the fields of both teaching and research. The school offers bachelor, master and PhD study programmes. The school also has extensive continuing training activities where 5,000 participate each year. Today the school focuses on systematisation of knowledge in close dialogue with the libraries which are undergoing rapid changes in Denmark at present. The school teaches the following subjects: knowledge organisation, information seeking and information retrieval, knowledge and document management, library management and leadership development, library development, communication of culture, sociology of knowledge, development of media, etc. The school prepares students for fulfilling the many new roles of the librarian in both libraries and companies such as information specialist, web-developer, researcher, and cultural mediator. The Royal Academy of Fine Arts, School of Conservation Website: www.kons.dk Location: Copenhagen Number of students: 120, of whom 20 are international students. Language requirements: Instruction is primarily in Danish. International students may be asked to take an IELTS test. Accommodation: The school helps exchange students in their search for accommodation. There is no housing guarantee. Admission: Regular students are admitted on the basis of a relevant qualifying exam and an interview. For exchange students, admission is based on a written application endorsed by the home institution. Royal School of Library and Information Science Website: www.db.dk Location: Copenhagen and Aalborg Number of students: 1,000, of whom 67 are international students. Language requirements: Students must pass Studieprøven i dansk som andetsprog for voksne udlændinge (Danish language test). Students who are admitted to the master programme must pass the IELTS or TOEFL test. Accommodation: The school helps exchange students in their search for accommodation. There is no housing guarantee. Admission: Based on relevant qualifying exam.
film, theatre & dance Denmark has a lot to offer in the fields of film, theatre, and dance. The scene is diversified and experimental and it has its basis in educations of high quality and class. The National Film School of Denmark encompasses various film study programmes such as directing, photography, sound, editing, production, documentary directing, studio production, scriptwriting, and animation. The Danish National School of Theatre which includes The Danish National School of Contemporary Dance offers theatre and dance educational programmes such as acting, directing, scenography, theatre technology and management, contemporary dance, choreography, and dance pedagogy. In the cities of Odense and Aarhus, the Odense and Aarhus Drama Schools offer study programmes in acting. The drama schools are associated with Odense Theatre and Aarhus Theatre. The art schools in the fields of film, theatre, and contemporary dance combine theory and practice. The students work with professionals and thereby make contact with future colleagues, employers, and employees. The art schools in Copenhagen benefit from being located in one place. This enables the students to work with fellow students from other professions as they will do in their professional careers after graduation. In recent years, Denmark has won a number of international awards for feature films, short films, and television serials. Denmark is home to Nordisk Film, one of the oldest film companies in the world, and has introduced the Dogme95 concept, which has been developed by the Danish film director Lars von Trier and Thomas Vinterberg among others. In Denmark, there is also a focus on producing very high-quality theatre, films, and television for children.
The National Film School of Denmark The National Film School of Denmark is among the best in the world. World-famous film directors such as Lars von Trier, Bille August, and Susanne Bier trained here. The school celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2006 and has won many national and international awards since its foundation. The school offers four study programmes: film, TV, scriptwriting, and animation directing. They are all 4-year programmes, except for the 2-year scriptwriting course. The film programme is divided into five lines of study: directing, photography, sound, editing, and production. The television programme has two lines: documentary directing and studio production. The scriptwriting study programme qualifies the students to work professionally as scriptwriters, co-writers, and episode writers. The animation study programme qualifies the students to work with animation directing of feature films and television productions. The teaching programme is a mixture of theoretical and practical training. Graduates are well prepared for employment in the professional film business, and many have found employment in their chosen field even before graduation. The students final project is a film produced on a professional level and presented on national TV. The school works together with a number of other art schools and the use of guest teachers from these institutions and from the professional, Danish film business is an integrated part of the programme. The education in producing computer games is the result of a new collaboration between eight universities and art schools. The students gain qualifications as project manager, game programmer, game designer, game director, game artist, animator, and audio designer. For further details, see www.dadiu.dk. The school also arranges courses for film and TV professionals from abroad as well as seminars with participants from other Nordic countries. The Danish National School of Theatre With 10 different study programmes, The Danish National School of Theatre including The Danish National School of Contemporary Dance is one of the few schools in the world that covers most disciplines in theatre and contemporary dance. The school offers study programmes in acting, directing, scenography, stage and production management, light and sound technology, contemporary dance, choreography, and dance pedagogy. All lines of study are 4-year programmes. Dance pedagogy is a one-year further education programme. The school is characterised by a comprehensive cooperation between the various study programmes which introduces the students to a realistic interdisciplinary work situation. The basic course focuses on fundamental methods of the professions which provide the students with knowledge of the common language, concepts, and understanding of theatre and dance. Later on, the advanced course develops the personal, artistic, and specialised expression of the students. Small and large productions are included in all study years, and students meet professionals from both Denmark and abroad as teachers. Furthermore, all students gain practical experience at theatres or dance companies at least once during the course of their studies, and they complete their training by putting on a professional production. The National Film School of Denmark Website: www.filmskolen.dk Location: Copenhagen Number of students: 96. The school has a few students from the other Nordic countries. Language requirements: Danish and preferably also knowledge of other Nordic languages and English. Accommodation: Students arrange their own accommodation. Admission: All applicants submit a produced film. The actual admission exam lasts 1-2 months. The Danish National School of Theatre Website: www.teaterskolen.dk Location: Copenhagen Number of students: 120, of whom approx. 35 are international students. Language requirements: Instruction is in Danish in all theatre study programmes. The dance study programmes are taught in Danish, Swedish and English. Accommodation: Students arrange their own accommodation. Admission: Students are admitted on the basis of individual auditions.
architecture & design Architecture and design are Danish raw materials which for generations have been used to market Denmark and the Nordic countries internationally. In the educational tradition, the academic, the methodical, the artistic, and the occupational aspects go hand in hand. Today, the classic image of architects and designers as artists/creators of unique objects is changing, as there is an increasing demand for methodical and innovative qualifications as well as communicative and interdisciplinary skills. The market is international and the production facilities are highly industrialised. In order to meet current challenges, the schools of architecture and design have jointly established the Danish Centre for Design Research with a view to strengthening research and development efforts as well as developing specialised educational elements at the highest level. The Danish architecture and design study programmes play an important role internationally by focusing on such basic values as aesthetics, ethics, and functionality based on analytical, experimental, professionally oriented, and interdisciplinary studies. The schools are active in the development of international collaboration in respect of the architectural and design educational programmes. It is a priority that the programmes are firmly rooted in an international environment where international students, guest teachers, and lecturers are part of the research and teaching environment. With the schools acting as incubators, new architect and designer generations of the 21st century are following in the footsteps of such fine architects and designers as Jørn Utzon, Hans Wegner, Arne Jacobsen, Panton, Grethe Meyer, Ursula Munch-Petersen, and Erik Mortensen.
The Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, School of Architecture Founded in 1754, The School of Architecture is one of the oldest of its kind in the world and proudly carries on the Danish tradition for functional quality building. The school brings together tradition and innovation in a vibrant and creative environment. The school educates architects in the fields of building design and restoration, urban and landscape planning, and industrial and graphic design. The education on both bachelor and master levels is project-based. Students work hands-on and receive tuition and feedback individually at the drawing board. In addition, a series of interdisciplinary courses are taught. Aarhus School of Architecture The Aarhus School of Architecture is a young school founded in 1965 as an institution of higher education. The school offers bachelor, master, and PhD programmes. The master programme is professionally oriented and includes thesis work and 2 to 5 months of practical training in Denmark or abroad. The school has established cooperation agreements with leading companies in Denmark and abroad in connection with the practical training. The bachelor programme provides fundamental knowledge of methods of architecture, while students in the master programme pursue topics of their own personal interest within the school s fields of teaching. The master programme has a professional focus and 2,5 to 5 months of practical training in Denmark or abroad are an option. The school also offers PhD study programmes where research is carried out in one of seven specialised research units. As of 2007, the school offers master programmes aimed at professional architects. The school is situated in one of the most attractive parts of Copenhagen, Holmen, and has excellent study and research facilities that are constantly updated with IT, special tools for scale modelling and 1:1 testing, individual student workspaces, lecture facilities, conference rooms, as well as spacious exhibition facilities. Studies at the Aarhus School of Architecture require a basic artistic, aesthetic, technological and societal understanding. The education is project-oriented and trains students for a wide range of architectural tasks where design qualifications are in demand. The school places great emphasis on being very active in the development of interdisciplinary cooperation schemes and gives top priority to the training taking place in an international as well as interdisciplinary environment where international students, visiting teachers, and lecturers form part of the research and teaching environment. The graduates of the school find work within the fields of architecture, design, and planning, as well as within other interdisciplinary environments working with e.g. process, component, and communication design, plus research communication. The Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, School of Architecture Website: www.karch.dk Location: Copenhagen Number of students: 1,127, of whom 30 per cent are regular students from Scandinavia and 80 are international students. Language requirements: Exchange students receive individual instruction in English. Some courses are offered in English. Accommodation: The school helps exchange students in their search for accommodation. Admission: Regular students are admitted on the basis of either adequate average marks from a qualifying exam or an individual assessment. Exchange students with a bachelor degree from an internationally recognised school of architecture are assessed on their portfolio. Aarhus School of Architecture Website: www.aarch.dk Location: Aarhus Number of students: 800, of whom 175 are international students. Language requirements: International applicants from outside Scandinavia must pass Studieprøven i dansk som andetsprog for voksne udlændinge (Danish language test). Exchange students receive individual instruction in English. Some courses are offered in English. Accommodation: The school helps exchange students in their search for accommodation. Admission: Regular students are admitted on the basis of either adequate average marks from a qualifying exam or an individual assessment. Exchange students with a bachelor degree from an internationally recognised school of architecture are assessed on their portfolio.
Danmarks Designskole Danmarks Designskole celebrated its 125th anniversary in 2000 and is undergoing a development whereby the school s tradition for artistry and craftsmanship is being combined with the academic tradition. The school aims at developing the students skills on an artistic basis within the field of aesthetics, innovative design, and problem-solving in an interplay with concrete approaches starting from the characteristics of materials, so that the students will be qualified to solve both specific, theoretical, and abstract design tasks. The design education is based on a 3-year full study programme, followed by a 2-year advanced study programme during which the students concentrate on one of the school s special subjects: visual communication, digital design, production design, fashion design, textile design, industrial design, ceramic and glass design, and furniture and spatial design. The academic activities of the school will be evaluated in 2010 in order for the school to attain university status. Designskolen Kolding Designskolen Kolding is a recognised design school in Denmark and Europe. The school trains designers within graphic design, illustration, fashion, textile, industrial design, and interactive media. The environment is international with guest teachers from across the world. The tuition is characterised by three areas: specialist classes where the students acquire specific design skills within their subject areas, cross-disciplinary classes where the students are taught general design disciplines, and interdisciplinary project classes where the students are taught how to collaborate across different subject areas. The school has a strong professional network with companies and other institutions where students go on internship. The school sees the designer of the future as an innovative, artistically gifted trouble-shooter who relates to aesthetics, to form, and to sublime expression based on an understanding of ethics; a designer who has a profound theoretical and practical knowledge of his or her profession, who is analytical and experimental in his or her approach to assignments, and capable of entering into interdisciplinary collaboration. Danmarks Designskole Website: www.dkds.dk Location: Copenhagen Number of students: 650, of whom 10 per cent are regular students from Scandinavia and 20-25 are international students. Language requirements: Students who are admitted to the first academic year of the study programme must pass Studieprøven i dansk som andetsprog for voksne udlændinge (Danish language test). Students who are admitted to the advanced study programme must pass the IELTS or TOEFL test. The language requirements to the advanced study programme may be subject to change. Accommodation: The school helps exchange students in their search for accommodation. There is no housing guarantee. Admission: Regular students are admitted on the basis of an individual test. Exchange students are admitted on the basis of a portfolio. Designskolen Kolding Website: www.designskolenkolding.dk Location: Kolding Number of students: 380, of whom 10 per cent are regular students from Scandinavia and 20-25 are international students. Language requirements: Students who are admitted to the first academic year of the study programme must pass Studieprøven i dansk som andetsprog for voksne udlændinge (Danish language test). Students who are admitted to the master programme must pass the IELTS or TOEFL test. Accommodation: The school helps exchange students in their search for accommodation. There is no housing guarantee. Students can apply for accommodation at kua@kolding.dk and www.ungdomsboliger.dk. Admission: Regular students are admitted on the basis of an individual test. Exchange students are admitted on the basis of a portfolio.
Glass and Ceramic School Bornholm Denmark has a great tradition for creating new and exciting crafts. The Glass and Ceramic School Bornholm is one of the few advanced programmes in Scandinavia which trains the students to become artist craftsmen and craftswomen. The School specialises in glass and ceramics. The school provides students with knowledge of and skills in craft techniques and design. This includes knowledge of materials, firing techniques, construction of kilns, and aesthetic and artistic qualifications. The ambition is that students should be able to safeguard and develop the Danish tradition for genuine and innovative crafts. The school offers three years of in-depth study. The interaction between international impulses and the tranquil pull of Bornholm with its fantastic scenery is unique. The school has a formalised collaboration with Danmarks Designskole in Copenhagen. Consequently, a graduate from the Glass and Ceramic School may be admitted to the advanced study programme at Danmarks Designskole. There is also collaboration in respect of other practical and theoretical projects. Glass and Ceramic School Bornholm Website: www.glasogkeramikskolen.dk Location: Nexoe, Bornholm Number of students: 75, of whom approx. 10 are international students, Scandinavian students included. Language requirements: The students must be able to speak and understand Danish. They must also master English at a certain level, as some of the instruction is in English. Accommodation: The school helps exchange students in their search for accommodation. There is no housing guarantee. Admission: Based on a written application, students are selected for a 3-day entrance exam. The applicants are requested to bring a portfolio of photographs of their own work. Publisher: Rectors Conference of the Danish Ministry of Culture Design and layout: Operate A/S Photos: The creative studies in art and culture, Per Morten Abrahamsen, Rune Johansen, Martin Dam Kristensen, Andreas Trier Mørch, Jan Zabell Steffensen, and www.visitdenmark.com Copies printed: 20,000 Print: prinfoholbæk-hedehusene