News from the department
A word from the dean
21.12.2022
Holiday Greetings from the Dean
As 2022 is coming to an end, a holiday break awaits us before we enter a new year
Grants
20.12.2022
The Carlsberg Foundation gives an early Christmas present to researchers at the Faculty of Science
A total of seven researchers at the faculty receive research infrastructure grants, while one receives the Semper Ardens: Accelerate grant
Renovation
01.12.2022
The Science Faculty Administration is relocating to Forskerparken
For the past five years, the offices of the Science Faculty Administration have been located in one of SDU's oldest buildings from 1966. Now the offices are to be renovated.
A word from the dean
01.12.2022
Positive outlook in external funding
Even though we regret the grants we have missed, there were a lot of great grants to celebrate this year.
Education
29.11.2022
My Competence Portfolio: Reflection strengthens attachment to one’s studies
My Competence Portfolio is a new online tool in itslearning that allows students at the Faculty of Science time to reflect on their skills and learning during their studies.
A word from the dean
10.11.2022
A tiresome election from the viewpoint of a university
The universities as well as the future of higher education was hardly discussed during the election this autumn.
A word from the dean
20.10.2022
Synergy when university and hospital are located in same place
Experiences from the Netherlands show great benefits, when a university and a hospital are sharing same address
A word from the dean
29.09.2022
Short graduate programmes suggested by government
The political election campaign has unofficially started and shortening graduate programmes is part of the debate.
Education
28.09.2022
Tell your students about Talent X
In November, students at the Faculty of Science once again have the opportunity to participate in Talent X. Vice Dean Poul Nielsen encourages everyone to share this message with the faculty's students.
Strategy
27.09.2022
Take part in unfolding the strategic initiatives for 2023
This autumn, you have the chance to influence the strategic initiatives for the faculty in 2023. There are several ways to make your opinion heard.
News from the faculty
A word from the dean
21.12.2022
Holiday Greetings from the Dean
As 2022 is coming to an end, a holiday break awaits us before we enter a new year
Grants
20.12.2022
The Carlsberg Foundation gives an early Christmas present to researchers at the Faculty of Science
A total of seven researchers at the faculty receive research infrastructure grants, while one receives the Semper Ardens: Accelerate grant
Renovation
01.12.2022
The Science Faculty Administration is relocating to Forskerparken
For the past five years, the offices of the Science Faculty Administration have been located in one of SDU's oldest buildings from 1966. Now the offices are to be renovated.
A word from the dean
01.12.2022
Positive outlook in external funding
Even though we regret the grants we have missed, there were a lot of great grants to celebrate this year.
Education
29.11.2022
My Competence Portfolio: Reflection strengthens attachment to one’s studies
My Competence Portfolio is a new online tool in itslearning that allows students at the Faculty of Science time to reflect on their skills and learning during their studies.
A word from the dean
10.11.2022
A tiresome election from the viewpoint of a university
The universities as well as the future of higher education was hardly discussed during the election this autumn.
A word from the dean
20.10.2022
Synergy when university and hospital are located in same place
Experiences from the Netherlands show great benefits, when a university and a hospital are sharing same address
A word from the dean
29.09.2022
Short graduate programmes suggested by government
The political election campaign has unofficially started and shortening graduate programmes is part of the debate.
Education
28.09.2022
Tell your students about Talent X
In November, students at the Faculty of Science once again have the opportunity to participate in Talent X. Vice Dean Poul Nielsen encourages everyone to share this message with the faculty's students.
Strategy
27.09.2022
Take part in unfolding the strategic initiatives for 2023
This autumn, you have the chance to influence the strategic initiatives for the faculty in 2023. There are several ways to make your opinion heard.
News from SDU
SDU
06.07.2026
Increase in applications for SDU’s degree programmes
Once again this year, there are positive trends in applications for bachelor’s degree programmes at the University of Southern Denmark, with an increase in the number of applications to five out of six faculties. In addition, there is considerable interest in the programmes at SDU Vejle and SDU Business School.
Election Committee
02.07.2026
Frederik Waage Reappointed as chairman to the Election Committee – New Members Sought
SDU’s seasoned law professor Frederik Waage will continue in his role as Chair of SDU’s Election Committee for the next three years. At the same time, there are vacant positions in the committee that interested colleagues are encouraged to explore further.
SDU Odense
01.07.2026
The Oak Processionary Moth at SDU Odense
The oak processionary moth has been found on Funen. SDU is monitoring the situation and combating the caterpillar where it poses a risk. Read what you need to be aware of.
SDU
30.06.2026
New University Director at the University of Southern Denmark
Following a recommendation from Rector Jens Ringsmose, the SDU Board of Governors has decided to appoint Simon Krogh as the new University Director. He joins from a position as Group Director at the Employment and Social Services Department of Odense Municipality and will take up the position on 1 September 2026.
Summer holiday
25.06.2026
Summer opening hours in the Central Administration
The summer holiday period brings changed opening hours and reduced staffing levels across several units in the Central Administration. Here you will find a comprehensive overview of this summer’s opening hours and closure periods.
Programme structure
25.06.2026
New programme structure provides more time for the master’s thesis and a clearer framework for planning
SDU has adopted a new programme structure for its master’s programmes. The new structure will provide a good framework for master’s theses and final projects and also take staff planning into account in relation to supervision, assessment and holidays.
Triple Degree
24.06.2026
SDU strengthens European education cooperation with new triple degree
A new international master’s degree programme at the Faculty of Business and Social Sciences and brings together geopolitics, international security and law in one common European education programme. The degree programme was developed as part of the EPICUR collaboration and is structured as one programme studied at three universities in three countries.
SDU’s joint committees
24.06.2026
Simon Torp takes over key committee chairmanships after Ole Skøtt
Over the years, Ole Skøtt has held several key positions in SDU’s joint committees. When he steps down as Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences at the end of August, Simon Møberg Torp will take over a number of key committee chairmanships in SDU’s joint committees.
EPICUR
24.06.2026
Registration extended: EPICUR Staff Week is open to all SDU employees
The registration deadline for EPICUR Staff Week at SDU has been extended to 1 July 2026, and employees across SDU can take part in three days focusing on teaching, practice relevance and students’ value creation in working life and society.
Ranking
19.06.2026
SDU climbs the prestigious QS rankings once again
The University of Southern Denmark has achieved its best-ever position in the QS World University Rankings. This year, SDU climbed 20 places to number 283, thereby strengthening its overall position in an increasingly competitive academic landscape.