FAQ

 

Here you will find answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about studying abroad:   

1. What should I do if I would like to study abroad?
Read the Studying abroad pages carefully and contact Student Services in “Vandrehallen” at Thorvaldsenvej, if you have any further questions.

 

2. When should I apply?
Europe: By 1 March you can apply for the following autumn term, and by 28 September you can apply for the following spring term.
Overseas: The deadline is 28 September for the following academic year (e.g. 28 September 2009 for the 2010/2011 academic year).

 

IMPORTANT: If you are planning to initiate your studies abroad in January, it is crucial that you contact the persons responsible for the courses you follow in block 2 to discuss your exams. It is not likely that you will be able to take them while you are abroad, so you need to arrange extraordinary exams, e.g. oral exams or exams after your studies abroad. You need an approval from the Study Board to arrange such exams.

 

3. How long can I be away for?
If you want to study at one of the Faculty of Life Sciences’ partner universities, you must be away for at least 3 months and for a maximum of 12 months. Students often go abroad for one term.

 

4. How many courses must I attend during each term?
The number of courses per term must correspond to full time studies - that is 30 ECTS points. Many European universities use the ECTS system. Universities overseas use different point systems and you can get advice on how to convert these from the Secretariat for Internationalisation.

  

5. How do I find courses at the partner university?
Go to the website of the university of your choice. Lists of courses can be found under departments or faculties or under menu items like “Programmes” or “Exchange students” – see what you can find! 

 

6. Who can help me find courses? 
Unfortunately no one can know by heart the website of each of our 150 partner universities but you can have a look at previous exchange student's evaluation forms which you find in Student Services to see what courses other students of the same study field as you have had. If you are not able to find the course on their website, please contact either Student Services or the Secretariat forInternationalisation.

 

7. How do I obtain pre-approval of my courses?
Fill in the form “pre-approval of courses". Please note that you must choose courses which correspond to your level of studies at the time of your departure (BSc or MSc).

 

8. Can I do my BSc project or my thesis abroad?
Yes. You must have two supervisors, one at the Faculty of Life Sciences and one at the foreign university. The defence of the project/thesis must always take place at the Faculty of Life Sciences.

 

9. When will I be told by the Faculty of Life Sciences whether I have been nominated for a place?
4-6 weeks after the application deadline. For studies overseas - it can take up to 2½ months after applying. 

 

10. Who can help me write an apply for admission to the parther university? 
If you have been nominated for studying at a partner university, either the Secretariat for Internationalisation or the Central International Office will help you with the rest of the application procedure – group meetings are held for applicants to some universities, whereas other applicants receive individual assistance.

 

11. How do I find out whether I need a visa?
The visa rules can be seen at the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark: www.um.dk.

 

12. What is a TOEFL test?
TOEFL = Test of English as Foreign Language. Admission to some universities is subject to students passing the Institutional TOEFL test, which is meant to show if the student will be able to follow courses in english. However, not all partner universities require the TOEFL test, so if you are not sure consult the Secretatiat for Internationalisation. 

 

13. How do I find accommodation?
The foreign university will usually find accommodation for students under one of the Faculty of Life Sciences' partner agreements. Most partner universities will help LIFE students find a place to live. You can read more about how to find accomodation abroad under "Housing".

 

14. Which grants can I apply for?    
If you have been nominated for studying at a partner university abroad, you will also receive a grant. Moreover, you can apply for various other grants which are administered by the Faculty of Life Sciences. There are many other grants, which you can find in Legathåndbogen or at LegatNet. Ask at the Student Services.

 

15. What do I need in the way of insurance?

Some partner universities require that you purchase their university health insurance (most Australian Universities). However, some partners are willing to wave their own insurance, if you have proof of another travel and health insurance. LIFE recommends that you always buy a travel insurance and recommends the insurance offered by StudenterForsikring, as this will ensure good coverage for you while studying abroad.

 

16. Who should I communicate with at the partner university? 
All communication with the partner university goes through the Secretariat for Internationalisation or the central International Office. You should not contact the host university directly, unless you have been asked specifically to do so.

 

17. When will I be told about admission by the partner university?
No earlier than 3 months prior to the start of term.

 

18. When can I book my plane ticket?
Do not book your ticket until you have received confirmation from the foreign university that you are admitted.

 

19. How do I receive the final credit transfer for my studies abroad?
In order to receive the grant before you leave, you must have your courses pre-approved, fill in the form "Credit Transfer". When you return, you MUST apply for the final transfer of your credits towards your degree here at LIFE. To do so you will need an official transcript of records from the the host university. For more information on how to do so please see "Credit Transfer".