Description

Did you know that Denmark is #1 in the world when it comes to most biotech patents per inhabitant? From biotech innovation and concepts through drug development and testing, the Biomedicine program takes you through the industries of biotechnology and biomedicine in the world-famous Medicon Valley region of greater Copenhagen and southern Sweden (just across the sound). Learn about pharmaceutical and biotech-based methods for diagnosis and treatment of disease; gain a broad understanding of drug discovery and development, and get an introduction to the intersection between research and business in a global arena

Highlights

Students in Biomedicine will enroll in the "Medical Biotechnology and Drug Development" core course, which is an introduction to biomedicine, drug discovery, and drug development. Exploration of opportunities of biotechnology for medicine. Cases from the pharmaceutical and biotech research community.

Students in this program will also participate in two course-integrated study tours. This semester program includes study tours around Denmark, and to Edinburgh (fall) or London (spring) to gain a comparative perspective on these issues. Both cities are at the center of advanced British research in pharmaceuticals and biotech. The tours feature highly topical visits to biomedical research centers and companies, highlighting topics being studied in class.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Minimum Education

High School

Subject Areas

• Biochemistry
• Biology (general)
• Biomedical Sciences

Cost in US$:

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Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

American, Canadian and European Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat
• Group living
• Home-stays
• Independent living
• Other

Participants Travel

Independently

Scholarships are Available

The DIS Board of Directors has allocated scholarship funds to help you afford to study in Denmark. Scholarships consist of grants in the range of USD 1,000 to 5,000 per semester. Summer scholarships range from USD 300 - 1000 depending on your program selection. All scholarships are awarded based on financial need.

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Transcript
• Written Application

DIS - Danish Institute for Study Abroad's Mission Statement

DIS is a specialized Danish institution offering study abroad programs in English for primarily American university students in their third or fourth year of study, with credit transfer to their home school. Among alumni and partners, we have a reputation of being intense, demanding and rewarding, and of providing a challenging educational environment in a full-service framework.

Year Founded

1959