News from the faculty
SUND's education strategy
15.08.2025
Column: The strategy is in place – now the work begins
The education strategy "Education in Practice" was published just before the summer break. This marked an important step – but not the finish line. On the contrary: this is when the real work begins. Read the column by Merete Munk, Head of Secretariat and Education at the Faculty of Health Sciences.
Admissions to HEALTH programmes
15.08.2025
Strong applicant numbers for HEALTH programmes – especially in Esbjerg
The Faculty of Health Sciences at SDU can this year take pride in stable and, overall, impressive application numbers. The health sciences programmes have seen a total increase of nine percent in admission offers – thanks in part to strong interest in the new psychology programme in Esbjerg.
Climate
13.08.2025
Meet the climate ambassadors at SUND
If SDU is to reach its climate goals, it will take both action and a sense of community. At SUND, five climate ambassadors are ready to support the green transition – two of them have just stepped into the role. Meet them here.
Award
12.08.2025
Special award highlights the relationship between citizen and doctor
Did you notice? A new award for humanity in medicine was presented for the first time at the medical oath ceremony in Esbjerg.
Summer greeting from the Dean
02.07.2025
Summer greeting from Dean Ole Skøtt: A heartfelt thank you and major steps forward
From international recognition and billion-kroner revenues to new study programmes and strong partnerships – the first half of 2025 has been full of milestones and momentum. Join Dean Ole Skøtt as he looks back and shares a warm summer greeting with all of you who help make it possible.
Education Strategy 2030
27.06.2025
SUND’s new education strategy sets the direction towards 2030
With Education in Practice – Education Strategy for SUND 2030, the Faculty of Health Sciences is taking the next step in strengthening the quality and relevance of health education programmes. The strategy focuses on close collaboration with practice, digital development, and lifelong learning.
SUND at Folkemødet 2025
26.06.2025
SUND’s participation in Folkemødet 2025
The weather was lovely and the atmosphere lively – but the most important part of SUND’s participation in this year’s Folkemødet was, of course, the content. Several colleagues contributed with presentations and took part in debates, and everyone returned home with fresh inspiration, great experiences and stronger networks. Here, you can read how three of the participants experienced their days on Bornholm.
SUND
25.06.2025
Avoid staying in the SUND Building on 31 August 2025.
The alarm system in the SUND Building will be tested on 31 August. This may cause significant noise disturbances.
HEALTH Updates
12.06.2025
Registration is open: Join Movement Day 2025
Take a few hours out of your workday for fun and physical activity with your colleagues. Sign up for Movement Day on Thursday, October 9th.
Open Research Day 2025
03.06.2025
Join us for Open Research Day 2025
Join us for Open Research Day 2025. Here, you’ll get insight into the latest trends in health research – and the chance to see PhD students compete to communicate complex topics in this year’s PhD Cup.
News from SDU
Applications 2025
13.08.2025
SDU maintains high interest among applicants
At the time of writing, the proportion of applicants who accept the student place offered is up to 90 per cent. This is a temporary figure that may change as the programme of study continues to admit to available places.
Windows 11
11.08.2025
Upgrade your computer to Windows 11 before 1 October
Microsoft has announced that support for Windows 10 will cease publication/discontinued on 14 October 2025. This means that no security updates, bug fixes or technical support for Windows 10 will be released after this date.
08.08.2025
The first researchers have landed in Vejle
The construction of the research and study environments has really taken off at SDU Vejle. This week, the first two researchers started in the beautiful and inspiring surroundings, and more researchers will be added throughout the autumn.
AACSB accreditation
07.08.2025
World-class business school at SDU: Now globally accredited
Only six percent of the world’s business schools achieve AACSB accreditation – now the University of Southern Denmark Business School is among them with an internationally recognised seal of approval.
Applications 2025
27.07.2025
4.415 applicants have been offered a student place at SDU
On Monday 28 July, 4,415 applicants have been offered a student place at the University of Southern Denmark. Higher admission requirements mean that SDU offers 229 fewer places than in 2024.
Applications 2025
05.07.2025
Strong interest in SDU's education programmes
Despite new admission requirements, SDU is experiencing an overall increase in applications. The university's education programmes are attracting great interest from Danish and international applicants, and new programmes such as Psychology in Esbjerg are attracting record numbers of applicants.
SDU IT
04.07.2025
Phishing campaign results May 2025
In May 2025, SDU IT ran a simulated phishing campaign where SDU employees received a false warning that their Google account had been accessed from a new section/unit
Staffing
04.07.2025
Summer closure/opening hours in Central Administration
Here is an overview of the different sections/units in the Central Administration's staffing during the summer holiday period.
The Contemplation Room in Odense
30.06.2025
SDU closes its contemplation room permanently
On 30 June 2025, the management at SDU decided to close the contemplation room permanently.
Status for the Restructuring
26.06.2025
Cross-collaboration to strengthen the study administration of the future
How can we use our resources better - and how can SDU create a study administration that is more efficient, can deliver high quality and is prepared for the implementation of a new student information system?