Information for term January in Copenhagen
Application deadline, and cost information.
Overview
Click to OpenSpend January immersed in Danish culture and earning credits. Coursework is taught in English at CIEE Copenhagen and complemented with immersive co-curricular activities designed to increase intercultural understanding.
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Unique Experiences
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Find out why
Denmark is rated one of the happiest countries in the world
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Explore
Copenhagen’s unique architectural mix of old and new
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Live in a city
designated the world’s first “Bike City;” even in winter
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Position in the World Happiness Report
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OUT OF 10, HOW MANY DANES OWN A BIKE
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Number of Islands in Denmark
29
Location & Culture
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The Destination
Copenhagen has transformed in the past decade, emerging as a "must-stop" destination in Europe. Fine dining, natural wines, and its reputation as an environmentally friendly city have earned Copenhagen top billing from foodies, oenophiles, students, and those seeking refuge in "the happiest country in the world." Despite playing host to more than 600,000 residents, Copenhagen retains an old-world, small-village feel, with more bicycles than cars traveling its streets. In what's widely considered to be Europe's safest capital city, students discover an endless array of cultural activities, history, architecture, and more.
CIEE Copenhagen is located in the center of the city, roughly a 5 minute walk will take you to Nørreport station and get you to everywhere you want to go in the city. Being in the heart of the city, an array of shops and restaurants are also within walking distance of the Study Center. CIEE Copenhagen offers a beautiful and very comfortable lounge where students love to work, hang out, people-watch, and take naps!
CIEE wants all our students to feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to succeed while studying abroad. Local CIEE staff have provided details about conditions and cultural attitudes that students with specific identities might encounter in Copenhagen.
Excursions & Activities
Ample activities and excursions will be offered to immerse you in Danish culture and historical heritage. Past activities have included:
- Visiting contemporary art exhibitions to explore program topics in a cultural context.
- Touring the National Museum of Denmark to explore Copenhagen’s transformation from a Viking fishing village founded in the 10th century to a world leader in sustainability and innovation.
- Taking a trip to explore Hamlet’s Castle in Helsingør - just one of many castles harboring the stories of Scandinavia’s past.
- Experiencing Danish hygge – a lifestyle trend described as a quality of coziness and comfortable conviviality that engenders a feeling of contentment or well-being.
- Taking a short train trip across the bridge to Sweden and explore the young city of Malmø (where half the population is under 35), where its cobblestone streets, cafes, and shops will delight you. Get on the train again and Visit Lund – home of a 12th-century Romanesque cathedral and one of the oldest and largest universities in Scandinavia.
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Housing
Residence Halls: Most students will stay in a dorm room at a residence hall. The residence hall houses international students, local students, and young professionals. Each dorm room is equipped with a kitchenette and an attached bathroom, with single and double bedrooms. There are also shared common spaces; each floor has a large communal kitchen, multiple study and hangout areas, and gym facilities available.
Apartments: Some students may be housed in shared apartments with other CIEE students. Each apartment will have double bedrooms and shared common spaces, such as a kitchen and bathroom.
Accepted students can indicate a housing preference, but final housing assignments are solely at the discretion of CIEE.
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Meals
Meals are not included. Students may prepare their own meals in a kitchenette, or the residence hall’s shared kitchen facilities. CIEE provides basic cooking utensils and cleaning supplies. There is also a wide range of restaurants and cafes located nearby.
Copenhagen, Denmark Where You'll Study
Academics
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January students in Copenhagen take the required course, The Study of Scandinavian Happiness, which explores the unique circumstances of the Scandinavian and Northern European nations, their recorded levels of happiness, how happiness is measured, and what are the determining cultural, social, economic, and political factors driving a population's happiness.
GPA
2.5
Language Prerequisites
There are no specific language requirements for this program.
Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors.
Program Requirements
1 CIEE course
Program Credit
Total credit: 3 semester/4.5 quarter credits
Course Credit
CIEE courses: 3 semester/4.5 quarter credits; 45 contact hours
Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors.
Academic Culture
The program is made up of three weeks of classes with an intensive orientation beforehand. CIEE classes are designed to follow U.S. academic culture. Class attendance is strictly enforced both for classes and required co-curricular excursions. Each course covers a full semester of content, so the pace is accelerated, and the workload is demanding. Students should expect an average of two hours of preparation for each hour in class. To avoid falling behind, students should not plan personal travel out of Copenhagen when classes are in session.
Class Format
Courses taught at CIEE Copenhagen are for CIEE students only. Courses are taught Monday – Friday. Instruction is supported and augmented online by our learning management system, Canvas.
Grading
Assessment is based on the individual’s overall performance in the course, including essays, coursework, and final examinations or papers. Students must check with their professors to find out exam and project presentation dates. Under no circumstances will CIEE alter deadlines or exam dates for study abroad students who have made conflicting travel plans. The U.S. grading scale of A-F is used.
Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors.
Language of Instruction
English
Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors.
Courses
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January 2024 CIEE Courses
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Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
"(GI)" denotes courses that originated at CIEE's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple CIEE sites.
Dates & Fees
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You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
Program |
Application Due |
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End Date |
Fees & Housing |
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| January 2024 | Nov 1, 2023 | Jan 2, 2024 | Jan 24, 2024 |
To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, meals and personal expenses. In addition, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad, or may require you to receive a transcript via CIEE's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.
What's Included
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Our Staff
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Karin Klitgaard Møller
Center Director
Karin Klitgaard Møller has been the Director for CIEE in Copenhagen since its start in 2018, and has more than 20 years of experience working in international education.
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Brittany Perry
Academic Director
Brittany Perry has been the academic director for CIEE in Copenhagen since December 2021, and brings extensive teaching experience with her from several US institutions of Higher Education.
Get Started
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START AN APPLICATION
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Contact Us
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