In the event of any inconsistency between the Danish and English language versions of the document, the Danish version prevails

 

Ministerial Order No. 814 of 29/06/2010 In Force

Part 1  The overall objectives of the degree programmes

Part 2  Structure, etc.

Part 3  Admissions requirements, etc.

Part 4  Bachelor's degree programmes

Part 5  Master's degree programmes

Part 6  Examinations, etc.

Part 7  Academic regulations

Part 8  Other provisions

Part 9  Entry into force and interim provisions

The Ministerial Order on Bachelor's and Master's Degree Programmes at the Universities (the Degree Programme Order)

Under 8(1) and 34(1) of the Act on Universities (the University Act) (see Consolidation Act No. 754 of 17 June 2010) it is stipulated that:

Part 1

The overall objectives of the degree programmes

1.-(1) Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes are research-based full time programmes of study which qualify graduates for professional careers by providing them with expertise and methodological competences in one or more subject areas; see 1(2).

(2) A subject area consists of a subject or group of related subjects within one of the following domains of knowledge: the humanities, theology, the social sciences, the natural sciences, health sciences or the technical sciences.

(3) This order does not apply to Erasmus Mundus Master's degree programmes; see the Ministerial Order on Off-site Instruction and Erasmus Mundus Master's Degree Programmes at the Universities.

2.-(1) The objective of Bachelor’s degree programmes is to:

1) familiarise the student with the disciplines constitutive of one or more subject areas, including theory and methodology, in order to enable the student to acquire broad knowledge and competences within the subject area(s) in question;

2) provide the student with the necessary knowledge and theoretical and methodological qualifications and competences to independently identify, formulate and resolve complex arguments and theses within the subject area(s)of the degree programme; and

3. provide the student with the necessary foundation for performing professional functions and for qualifying for admission to a Master’s degree programme.

3.-(1) The objective of Master’s degree programmes is to:

1) develop and expand the student’s knowledge and competences within the subject area(s) in question and increase his/her theoretical and methodological qualifications and competences, as well as increasing the student's intellectual independence relative to the Bachelor’s degree level;

2) provide the student with an opportunity for immersion in his/her subject area through the application of advanced elements in the disciplines and methodologies of the subject area(s) in question, including training in advanced scholarly and/or scientific work and methodology intended to develop the student’s ability to perform more specialised professional functions and to participate in advanced scientific and/or scholarly development work; and

3) provide the student with the necessary qualifications for further study, including doctoral degree programmes; see the Ministerial Order on the PhD Programme at the Universities (the PhD Order).

Part 2

Structure, etc.

4.-(1) A university may offer Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes under this ministerial order once the programmes have been accredited by the Accreditation Council; see the Act on the Accreditation Agency for Higher Education. The structure and content of study programmes offered under 10(2), 11(2) and 21(2) must be approved by the Danish University and Property Agency.

(2) The accreditation of a degree programme issued by the Accreditation Council under subsection 1 specifies the academic title bestowed on a graduate of the degree programme in Danish/Latin and in English. The title must be included in the academic regulations for the degree programme.

5.-(1) Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes must be structured as full-time programmes so as to allow the student to complete a Bachelor's degree programme in thirty-four months (or thirty-six months, for students beginning their studies in the spring semester), and to complete a Master's degree programme in twenty-four months where the Master's programme takes the form of an immediate continuation of a Bachelor's degree programme. If a Master's degree programme does not take the form of an immediate continuation of a Bachelor's degree programme, the Master's degree programme must be organised so as to allow students who begin their studies in the autumn semester to complete the Master's degree programme in twenty-two months and to allow students who begin their studies in the spring semester to complete their studies in twenty-four months. Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes may also be structured as part-time study programmes; see the University Act.

(2) In the academic regulations for both Bachelor's and Master's programmes, a university may define requirements for the maximum duration of a student's Bachelor's degree and Master's degree studies after the student has started the degree programme in question.

6.-(1) Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes consist of a number of modules.

(2) A module covers an aspect or a group of aspects of the subject area, and is intended to provide the student with a totality of coherent qualifications and competences within a specified time frame expressed in terms of ECTS points. Modules are concluded by one or more examinations administered during the examination periods specified and defined in the academic regulations for the degree programme in question.

(3) One year of full-time study corresponds to 60 ECTS points.

7.-(1) The university must offer students enrolled in Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes guidance on their study programme and subsequent employment opportunities both during the course of their studies and in connection with admissions requirements for Master's and PhD programmes.

(2) In addition, the university must publish and maintain a study guide on Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes which contains examples of possible career paths and advice regarding the choice and sequence of modules and degree programme components to assist students in planning their studies, including the choice of Master's degree programme after the completion of the Bachelor's degree.

Part 3

Part 3  Admissions requirements, etc.

8.-(1) An upper secondary school education is a prerequisite for admission to a Bachelor's degree programme. Specific admissions requirements must also be met; see Ministerial Order on Admissions etc. to Bachelor's and Master's Degree Programmes at Danish Universities (the Admissions Order).

9.-(1) A relevant Bachelor's degree or another relevant Danish or foreign degree at an equivalent level is a prerequisite for admission to a Master's degree programme; see 1(1).

(2) In the academic regulations for each Master's degree, the university, within the framework set out by this ministerial order, including Appendix 1, must stipulate which Bachelor's degree programmes are sufficient prerequisite for admittance to the Master's degree programme in question. The university must also stipulate any special admissions requirements with regard to prerequisite subjects and the subjects' required ECTS points value to be accumulated by the student during his or her Bachelor's degree studies in order to qualify for admission to the Master's degree programme.

(3) The university may admit applicants with commensurate academic qualifications who do not meet the requirements in subsections 1 and 2 on a case-by case basis. The university may require supplementary examinations.

10.-(1) Under the rules governing part-time study; see the Ministerial Order on Part-Time Study (the Part-time Order), the university may offer single subjects from existing degree programmes as supplementary educational activities designed to enable prospective students to fulfil the admissions requirements for a Master's programme; see 9(2).

(2) Subject to the approval of the Danish University and Property Agency, the university may offer a programme of supplementary courses for prospective students designed to enable them to fulfil the admissions requirements for a Master's programme.

Part 4

Bachelor's degree programmes

11.-(1) A Bachelor's degree programme consists of 180 ECTS points; however, see section 13.

(2) The Danish University and Property Agency may approve a course of preparatory instruction worth a maximum of 60 ECTS points in connection with a Bachelor's degree programme.

12.-(1) In Danish, a Bachelor's degree programme centred primarily on the humanities entitles the graduate to the title 'bachelor' (BA) followed by the subject area of the degree programme in Danish. In English: Bachelor of Arts (BA) followed by the subject area of the degree programme in English.

(2) In Danish, a Bachelor's degree programme centred primarily on theology entitles the graduate to the title 'bachelor (BA) i teologi'. In English: Bachelor (BA) of Theology.

(3) In Danish, Bachelor's degree programme centred primarily on the natural sciences, the health sciences or the technical sciences entitle the graduate to the title 'bachelor' (BSc) followed by the subject area of the degree programme in Danish. In English: Bachelor of Science (BSc) followed by the subject area of the degree programme in English.

(4) In Danish, a Bachelor's degree programme centred primarily on the social sciences entitles the graduate to the title 'bachelor (BA)', see subsection 1 above, or 'bachelor (BSc)', see subsection 3 above. The Bachelor's degree programme in law entitles the graduate to the title 'bachelor (BA) i jura'; see subsection 1 above. In English: Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.).

(5) In Danish, the Bachelor's degree programme in economics and business administration [BSc(B)] entitles the graduate to the title 'HA'. For the specialised HA [BSc(B)] programmes, the title of the combined programme is included in parentheses after 'HA'.

13.-(1) The Bachelor's degree programme in journalism consists of 210 ECTS points, including a paid internship (60 ECTS points) at a host institution authorised by the university in Denmark or abroad. An internship abroad may be unpaid, if internships with pay are not customary in the country in question, and it is therefore impossible to pay the student during the internship.

(2) The Bachelor's degree programme in food science consists of 180 ECTS points but may be extended by a paid internship of 30 ECTS points and entitles the graduate to the title of fødevareingeniør, 'food engineer'. The university may, under rules laid down in the academic regulations, approve an unpaid internship.

14.-(1) A Bachelor's degree programme must be a complete and coherent course of study which builds on the competence level attained by the student in his or her qualifying studies; see section 8.

(2) The university must structure the course of study so as to ensure its coherence and progression. The organisation of the modules that make up a study programme must ensure that students have the option of choosing among several Master's degree programmes or of finishing the Bachelor's degree programme with usable professional skills. Admission to a Master's degree programme is, among other things, contingent on the subject components included in the Bachelor's degree programme; see section 9.

(3) In the academic regulations for each Bachelor's degree programme, the university must specify the following:

1) Core (constitutive) subject elements central to the general academic skills profile and identity of the degree programme and other mandatory course elements, including ancillary courses, equivalent to a minimum of 120 ECTS points. The core elements must account for a minimum of 90 ECTS points and must include the theory of knowledge pertinent to the subject as well as a Bachelor's project equivalent to a minimum of 10 ECTS points and a maximum of 20 ECTS points.

2) Elective subject(s) (valgfag) comprising at least 10 ECTS points.

(4) The number of ECTS credits allocated for elective subjects (valgfag) and Bachelor's projects in medicine and odontology are to be determined by the individual university in its academic regulations.

(5) The Bachelor's project must be completed in the third year of the degree programme, and its function is to demonstrate the student's ability to formulate, analyse and engage with academic argumentation within a well-defined topic in the field of study.  The university is responsible for approving the project topic and setting the deadline for submission.

15.-(1) A Bachelor's degree programme consists of subjects from one or more subject areas; see sections 1 and 2.

(2) Bachelor's programmes which consist of a single central subject must be combined with a supplementary subject (tilvalg) outside the central subject. The supplementary subject (tilvalg) must comprise a minimum of 30 ECTS points and a maximum of 60 ECTS points. The supplementary subject (tilvalg) may be chosen either from within the central subject or from outside; see 1(2).

(3) Bachelor's programmes which are sufficient prerequisite for admission to Master's degree programmes under 21(1) must be combined with a supplementary subject (tilvalg) from outside the central subject area. The central subject, including ancillary subjects, must comprise a minimum of 120 ECTS points and a maximum of 135 ECTS points. The supplementary subject (tilvalg) may be chosen either from within the central subject or from outside; see 1(2). Both the central subject and the supplementary subject (tilvalg) must be subjects which are offered at the upper secondary school level.

16.-(1) The university may stipulate in the academic regulations for a Bachelor's degree programme that the study programme must include a project-oriented component to be completed within the normal course of the programme. Project-oriented components may be completed in association with areas outside of the university, either in Denmark or abroad.

Part 5

Master's degree programmes

17.-(1) Unless otherwise stipulated in connection with an individual degree programme, a Master's programme is taken to comprise 120 ECTS points; see 21(3) and Appendix 1.

18.-(1) In Danish, completion of a Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand. (candidatus/candidata) followed by the Latin designation for the degree programme in question; see Appendix 1. The subject area of the degree programme is specified last. In English, the graduate is awarded the title Master of Arts (MA) or Master of Science (MSc) followed by the established English designation for the degree programme subject area (see Appendix 1) unless another designation is stipulated in Appendix 1.

19.-(1) A Master's programme must be a comprehensive and complete course of study which extends and builds on the skills and insight students have acquired in the course of their Bachelor's degree studies and which qualifies the student for admission to a PhD study programme; see section 3.

(2) The university must design the degree programme in a manner which ensures its academic coherence and progression. As a general rule, the organisation of the modules included in the programme (see section 6) must ensure that the student has the option of choosing to specialise in skills profiles relevant for different professional functions.

(3) The university must specify the following in the academic regulations for each Master's programme:

1) Subject elements fundamental to the specific academic competences and identity of the degree programme corresponding to a minimum of 90 ECTS points. A thesis corresponding to 30 ECTS points (or up to 60 if of experimental character) must be included in this total; see however section 23(2).

2) Elective subject(s) (valgfag) comprising at least 10 ECTS points.

(4) The number of ECTS credits allocated for elective subject(s) (valgfag) and Master's thesis projects in Master's programmes in medicine and odontology are to be determined by the individual university in its academic regulations.

(5) The Master's thesis must document skills in applying scientific and scholarly theories and methods to a clearly defined topic with the field of the degree programme. The Master's thesis concludes the degree programme. However, the university may grant an exception from the rule that the thesis concludes the degree programme under exceptional circumstances.

(6) The university must approve the thesis proposal for each Master's thesis project and set a deadline for submission of the thesis and determine a plan for thesis supervision at the same time. The thesis project must be completed and delivered within the time frame stipulated in the academic regulations for the degree programme in question and which are valid for full-time studies; see 19(1)(i).

(7) If the student does not submit the thesis within the time frame specified in section 6, the university approves a modified thesis proposal within the same field and sets a new three-month deadline for submission. If the student does not submit the thesis by the new deadline, the student may be granted a third attempt (see the Examinations Order) under the same rules which govern the second attempt.

20.-(1) A Master's programme consists of subjects from one or more areas; see sections 1 and 3.

(2) Master's degree programmes which build on Bachelor's programmes under 15(2) are to be designed so as to include the central subject, the central subject plus a supplementary subject (tilvalg) or another relevant subject.

21.-(1) Master's degree programmes which build on Bachelor's programmes under 15(3) and which are designed to prepare graduates for a teaching career at the upper secondary level are to be designed so as to include the central subject and the supplementary subject (tilvalg). The main emphasis of the programme must be on the central subject.

(2) Master's degree programmes under section 1 must include a Master's thesis comprising 30 ECTS points which, to the extent possible, links the central subject and supplementary subject (tilvalg), but with an emphasis on the central subject.

(3) Master's degree programmes under section 1 may be extended on the approval of the Danish University and Property Agency by 30 ECTS points when the supplementary subject (tilvalg) lies outside the central subject area. cf. 1(2), and belongs to an unrelated domain of knowledge. The extension of the study period is granted to accommodate the supplementary subject (tilvalg).

22.-(1) The academic regulations for the individual degree programme may stipulate that a project-oriented component is to be included within the prescribed period of study; see section 17. Such project-oriented work may take place outside the university, either in Denmark or abroad.

Part 6

Examinations, etc.

23.-(1) With regard to examinations and diplomas, the following orders are in force:

1) The Ministerial Order on Examinations and External Examination in University Degree Programmes (the Examination Order)

2) The Ministerial Order on External Examination in Certain Advanced Degree Programmes under the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Science Technology and Innovation (the External Examination Order)

3) Ministerial Order on the Grading Scale and Other Forms of Assessment of University Education (the Grading Scale Order)

(2) Bachelor's and Master's programmes covered by the Ministerial Order on Parallel Degree Programmes and Joint Degree Programmes are governed by the provisions on diplomas contained in that ministerial order.

Part 7

The academic regulations

24.-(1) Within the framework established by the provisions of the ministerial order, the university is responsible for laying down the specific rules governing each degree programme in the academic regulations for the programme; see the University Act.

(2) The academic regulations for a Bachelor's degree programme must contain:

1) the name of the degree programme in Danish and English; see 4(2) and section 12.

2) Prescribed period of study expressed in ECTS points, including any introductory courses; see section 11.

Academic profile describing:

a) the aims of the degree programme,

b) the subject covered on the programme; see section 15, and

c) the learning outcomes to be achieved during the programme.

4) Rules on modules, subject elements and elective subjects (valgfag), including

a) learning outcomes in the form of knowledge, skills and competences,

b) duration and composition expressed in ECTS points,

c) forms of instruction and working methods,

d) chronology (progression of programme components), and

e) prerequisites for participation.

5) Rules for written assignments, including the Bachelor's project and its length; see section 14.

6) Rules on credit transfer, including the possibility of choosing modules which are components in a different degree programme at a university in Denmark or abroad; see section 28.

7)  Rules on internships (practical training); see section 13.

8)  Rules on project-oriented components (if any); see section 16.

9) Rules regarding any deadlines for completion of the programme; see 5(2).

10) Any requirements regarding proficiency in foreign language(s) and description of the level of proficiency required.

(3) The academic regulations for a Master's degree programme must contain:

1) Admissions requirements, including any requirements with regard to supplementary study; see 9(2) and 10(2).

2) the name of the degree programme in Danish and English; see  4(2), section 18 and Appendix 1.

b) duration and composition expressed in ECTS points; see section 17.

Academic profile describing:

a) the aims of the degree programme,

b) the subject(s) areas covered on the programme; see section 21, and

c) the learning outcomes to be achieved during the programme.

5) Rules on modules, subject elements and elective subjects (valgfag), including

a) learning outcomes in the form of knowledge, skills and competences,

b) duration and composition expressed in ECTS points,

c) forms of instruction and working methods,

d) chronology (progression of programme components), and

e) prerequisites for participation.

6) Rules for written assignments, including the Masters' thesis and its length; see section 19.

7) Rules on credit transfer, including the possibility of choosing modules which are components in a different degree programme at a university in Denmark or abroad; see section 28.

8)  Rules on project-oriented components (if any); see section 22.

9) Rules regarding any deadlines for completion of the programme; see 5(2).

10) Any requirements regarding proficiency in foreign language(s) and description of the level of proficiency required.

(4) The academic regulations must state which board of studies and which external examiners corps the study programme is governed by.

(5) In addition to the rules laid down in accordance with this ministerial order, the academic regulations must contain rules laid down in accordance with the ministerial order on admissions, the examination order and the grading scale order.

(6) If some components of the study programme are to take place at an educational institution abroad (off-site instruction), the academic regulations must include rules laid down in accordance with the Ministerial Order on Off-site Instruction and Erasmus Mundus Master's Degree Programmes at the Universities. If some components of the study programme are to be completed at foreign universities or under an agreement with foreign universities on parallel study programmes (parallelforløb) and joint degree programmes (fællesuddannelse), the academic regulations must include rules laid down in accordance with the Ministerial Order on Parallel Degree Programmes and Joint Degree Programmes.

(7) The academic regulations must state that the university may grant exemptions from rules in the academic regulations which have been laid down by the university alone under exceptional circumstances.

25.-(1) When preparing or substantially revising academic regulations, the university is obliged to consult with bodies representing the interests of employers, bodies which accredit degree programmes and relevant organisations, and to solicit a statement from the governing body of the censor corps on matters related to the system of assessment and examination; see the Examination Order.

(2) The university must ensure coordination with other universities which offer the same or similar degree programmes before approving or substantially revising the academic regulations.

(3) Newly approved and substantially revised academic regulations come into force at the beginning of the academic year.

(4) Newly approved and substantially revised academic regulations must contain the necessary provisions regarding credit transfer.

(5) Current academic regulations must be made available on the university website.

26.-(1) In order to promote the coherence of its Bachelor's and Master's degree programmes, the university may lay down general rules governing the contents and organisation of the degree programmes it offers.

Part 8

Other provisions

27.-(1) Successfully completed degree programme elements under this ministerial order are equivalent to corresponding degree programme elements at other universities which offer the same degree programme.

28.-(1) The university may, either on a case-by-case basis or by laying down general rules, approve the substitution of successfully completed degree programme elements for degree programme elements in another degree programme at the same level under this ministerial order (credit transfer). Under this ministerial order the university may also approve that completed degree programme elements belong to another Danish or foreign degree programme at the same level be substituted for degree programme elements under this ministerial order.

(2) Credit for Master's thesis which entitles the graduate to a degree in a specific Master's degree programme cannot be transferred to a different Master's degree programme; see section 19.

(3) Decisions under subsection 1 must be based on an academic evaluation.

29.-(1) The university's decisions under section 28 regarding denials or partial denials of applications for credit transfer for completed Danish programme elements and advance credit for Danish or foreign degree elements may be appealed to a credit transfer board of appeals in accordance with the rules in the Ministerial Order on Boards of Appeals for Decisions on Credit Transfer in University Degree Programmes (the Credit Transfer Appeals Board Order).

(2) The university's decisions under section 28 regarding denials or partial denials of applications for credit transfer for completed foreign programme elements may be appealed to the Qualifications Board in accordance with the rules in the Assessment of Foreign Qualifications etc. Act.

30.-(1) The Danish University and Property Agency may grant exceptions from this ministerial order under exceptional circumstances, unless prohibited by the provisions on governance in the University Act

31.-(1) If the appeal relates to legal aspects of the case, students may be appeal the university's decisions under this ministerial order to the Danish University and Property Agency. The complainant must submit the appeal within two weeks after being informed of the decision.

(2) The appeal must be submitted to the university, after which the university must make a statement. The complainant must be given at least one week to comment on the university's statement. The university must forward the appeal to the University and Property Agency along with the statement and the complainant's comments, where applicable.

Part 9

Interim provisions and entry into force

32.-(1) The Ministerial Order comes into force on 1 July 2010.

(2) Ministerial Order No. 338 of 6 May 2004 on Bachelor's and Master's Degree Programmes at the Universities (the Degree Programme Order) is hereby repealed; however, see subsections 3 and 4. Ministerial Order No. 338 of May 2004 still applies if a student has the right to complete his or her degree under credit transfer rules determined by the university under section 77.

(3) The provision in 78(3) of Ministerial Order No. 338 of 6 May 2004 on Bachelor's and Master's Degree Programmes at the Universities (the Degree Programme Order) as amended by Ministerial Order No. 805 of 19 August 2005 is still applicable.

(4) The provision in 57b of Ministerial Order No. 338 of 6 May 2004 on Bachelor's and Master's Degree Programmes at the Universities (the Degree Programme Order) as amended by Ministerial Order No. 864 of 5 July 2007 is still applicable for students who have the right to complete their education under credit transfer rules determined by the university.

33.-(1) Ministerial Order No. 668 of 12 October 2002 on Supplementary Upper Secondary Subjects at the Universities (the Supplemental Subject Order) is hereby repealed. However, this ministerial order still applies to pædagogikumkandidater (participants in postgraduate teacher training for upper secondary school teachers) who have the right to complete their degree under the credit transfer rules in Ministerial Order No. 18 of 14 January 2009 on Teaching Qualifications in Upper Secondary Education (the Teacher Training Order).

The Ministry for Science Technology and Innovation, 29 June 2010,

Charlotte Sahl-Madsen

/ Gertie Lund

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Appendix 1

The individual Master's degree programmes

Master's degree programmes are awarded in one of the following areas:  the humanities, theology, the social sciences, the natural sciences, the health sciences or the technical sciences.

1 The humanities:

1.1 The Master's degree programme in communication studies (Kandidatuddannelsen i kommunikation; cand.comm.)

The goal of the Master's degree programme in communication studies is to enable the student to acquire the practical, methodological and technical qualifications necessary to plan, administer, organise, carry out and evaluate communications and information functions and tasks aimed at disseminating knowledge and/or experiences.

The Master's degree programme consists of modules which focus on the interplay between the form and content of communication, the applications and limitations of specific media, and the capacity of specific target groups to appropriate and make use of the knowledge or experiences communicated to them.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand. comm. (candidatus/candidata communicationis). In English: Master of Arts (MA) in Communication Studies.

1.2 The Master's degree programme in communication studies in journalism (Kandidatuddannelsen i kommunikation med fokus på journalistik; cand.comm.)

The goal of the Master's degree programme in communication studies in journalism is to enable the student to develop competencies in journalism by combining the best aspects of the craft of journalism with academic insight, analysis and global perspective in order to inspire and strengthen journalism's 'users' in their democratic participation in society.

The Master's degree programme consists of modules in research-intensive journalism and journalistic practice, method and theory. A Master's degree programme in journalism and one other subject comprises 180 ECTS points, including a paid journalism internship comprising 60 ECTS points. Specific rules on the internship are to be laid down in the academic regulations.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand. comm. (candidatus/candidata communicationis). In English: Master of Arts (MA) in Communication Studies in Journalism.

1.3 The Master's degree programme in international business communication (Kandidatuddannelsen i erhvervssprog og international erhvervskommunikation; cand.ling.merc.)

The aim of the Master's degree programme in international business communication is to qualify the student to perform specialised communications functions in businesses and public sector institutions in an independent and highly skilled manner.

The Master's degree programme includes one or more subjects in the area of language for business purposes and offers students a number of different possibilities for specialisation, which taken together constitute a language for business purposes profile.

In Danish, completion of the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand.ling.merc. (candidatus/candidata linguae mercantilis). In English: Master of Arts (MA) in International Business Communication.

The Master's programme in international business communication with a specialisation in foreign languages entitles the graduate to the title of state authorised translator and interpreter, provided the degree programme has been approved by the Accreditation Council with the combination of subjects specified in the academic regulations and approved by the State Authorised Translator and Interpreter Commission/the Danish Commerce and Companies Agency.

1.4 Master's degree programmes in the humanities (Kandidatuddannelserne inden for det humanistiske område; cand. mag.)

The aim of Master's degree programmes in the humanities is to qualify students for professions in public and private organisations, including upper secondary education (gymnasium), on the basis of knowledge and insight on humanistic (and other) theories and methods which are relevant for the specific degree programme.

Humanities Master's degree programmes include one or more subjects within the humanities or other areas with professional relevance for humanities graduates.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand.mag. (candidatus/candidata magisterii) followed by the subject in which the degree is awarded (in Danish). In English: Master of Arts (MA) followed by the subject in which the degree is awarded (in English).

Graduates may acquire the pedagogical competences necessary for a teaching position at upper secondary level under the Act on Professional Postgraduate Teacher Training for Upper Secondary School Teachers.

1.5 The Master's degree programme in journalism (Kandidatuddannelsen i journalistik; cand.public.)

The aim of the Master's degree programme in journalism is to qualify the student to develop the competences necessary to perform specialised journalistic functions on the background of methodologies founded in the humanities, social sciences and journalism.

The Master's programme consists of modules in journalistic ethics, method, and theory, as well as social sciences and humanities subjects.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand.public. (candidatus/candidata communicationis). In English: Master of Journalism

1.6 Master's degree programmes in education (Kandidatuddannelserne inden for det pædagogiske område; cand. pæd.)

The aim of Master's degree programmes in education is to qualify the student to communicate, teach, advise and direct learning processes in private and public organisations in a particular subject area.

The Master's degree programmes include modules which provide the student with a strong, well-defined profile in teh field of education which is linked to a range of relevant subject areas.

A relevant Bachelor's degree or other relevant degree at an equivalent level is a prerequisite for admission to a particular Master's degree programme in education.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand. pæd.. (candidatus/candidata pædagogiae) followed by the specialisation in which the degree is awarded (in Danish). In English: Master of Arts (Education) followed by the subject in which the degree is awarded (in English).

2 Theology:

2.1 The Master's degree programme in theology (Kandidatuddannelsen i teologi; cand.theol.)

The aim of the Master's degree programme in theology is to enable the student to develop independent mastery of the subjects/disciplines and methods of theology through advanced and specialised studies, and thereby to become qualified for a professional career in private and public organisations, including the position of pastor in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Denmark.

Among others, the Master's degree programme includes the following subjects: Old and New Testament exegesis, church history and the history of theology, dogmatics, ethics, and the philosophy of religion, as well as practical theology if this subject is not included in the Bachelor's programme.

Knowledge, competences and skills comparable to those acquired in Bachelor's studies in theology are a prerequisite for admission to the Master's degree programme.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand. theol. (candidatus/candidata theologiae). In English: Master of Theology

3 The social sciences:

3.1 The Master's degree programme in laws (Kandidatuddannelsen i jura; cand.jur.)

The aim of the Master's degree programme in laws is to qualify the student to work with matters of law in the public and private sectors. Graduates of the Master's programme are able to assess, analyse and resolve both practical and theoretical legal issues.

The Master's degree programme contains modules which provide knowledge of fundamental principles and provisions applicable to central aspects of the legal system and for acquiring skills in the application of legal methodology. The degree programme also contains modules which give students the option to design their own study programmes to prepare them for particular professional functions in the legal system, including the courts, the practice of the law, the prosecution service and the police force, as well as public and private administration and international organisations.

Knowledge, competences and skills comparable to those acquired in Bachelor's studies in laws are a prerequisite for admission to the Master's degree programme.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand. jur. (candidatus/candidata juris). In English: LL.M. (Master of Laws).

3.2 The Master's degree programme in economics and business administration (Kandidatuddannelsen i erhvervsøkonomi; cand.merc.)

The aim of the Master's degree programme in economics and business administration is to qualify the student to identify and develop theoretically and methodologically advanced solutions to problems in the field of business economics in private and public businesses and organisations. Successful completion of the Master's programme in business economics and a combination area also qualifies the student in the combination area.

The degree programme consists of business economics subjects and related methodology subjects which explore specific aspects of the disciplines studied at Bachelor's level in greater depth. The Master's programme may also include the study of macroeconomics.

The Master's degree programme may be designed as a combination degree programme in which business economics subjects and subjects from the combination area comprise at least 45 ECTS points respectively. Such combination degree programmes are a continuation and development of the equivalent Bachelor's degree programmes.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand.merc. (candidatus/candidata mercaturae). In English: Master of Science (MSc) in Economics and Business Administration.
 In Danish, in the case of combination degree programmes, the name of the combination subject (jur., it., mat., fil., kom., psyk. etc.) is added in parenthesis after cand.merc.  In English: Master of Science (MSc) in Business Administration and Commercial Law/ Information Systems/ Management Science/ Philosophy/ Organizational Communication/ Psychology.

3.3 The Master's degree programme in business economics and auditing (Kandidatuddannelsen i revision; cand.merc.aud.)

The aim of the Master's degree programme in business economics and auditing is to provide the student with the theoretical backgrund necessary to perform audits of private and public businesses and organisations. The degree programme is the final element in the theoretical component of the degree programme for chartered accountants (statsautoriseret revisor).

The Master's degree programme includes modules in the following subjects: auditing, accounting, tax law and business law. The precise content of the courses within each subject is tailored to comply with EU regulations regarding the authorisation of accountants. Elective subjects (valgfag) are designed to comply with the regulations governing the work of chartered accountants.

Knowledge, competences and skills comparable to those acquired in the Bachelor of Science (Economics and Business Administration) programme where business economics subjects comprise least 75 ECTS points are a prerequisite for admission to the Master's degree programme.

Applicants with a diploma degree in business economics with a main subject in accounting and financial management (Bachelor of Commerce degree Management Accounting) or finance (Bachelor of Commerce degree Business Finance) may be admitted to the Master's programme on the condition that they successfully complete subjects in business economics and associated ancillary subjects corresponding to a minimum of 20 ETCS points within a time limit stipulated in the academic regulations.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand. merc. aud.. (candidatus/candidata mercaturae et auditoris). In English: Master of Science (MSc) in Economics and Business Administration.

3.4 The Master's degree programme in business, language and culture (Kandidatuddannelsen i international erhvervsøkonomi, sprog og kultur; cand.merc.int./cand.negot.)

The aim of the Master's degree programme in business, language and culture is to provide the student with the ability to combine qualifications in the areas of business economics, cultural and social analysis and language in order to independently perform professional functions in internationally oriented businesses, institutions, and organisations.

The Master’s programme consists of business economics, social science, linguistic and cultural subject elements.  Written and oral competence in one foreign language must be achieved; in addition, oral competence may be attained in a second.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand. merc. int. (candidatus/candidata mercaturae internationalis), when the business economics elements is the main emphasis of the programme. In English: Master of Science (MSc) in Business, Language and Culture.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand.negot. (candidatus/candidata negotiandi), when the business economics elements constitute half of the degree programme. In English: Master of Arts (MA) in Business, Language and Culture.

3.5 The Master's degree programme in economics (Kandidatuddannelsen i økonomi; cand.polit./cand.oecon.)

The aim of the Master's degree programme in economics is to qualify the student to identify, formulate and solve complex social and economic problems through the acquisition of professional, theoretical and methodological qualifications.

The Master’s programme consists of modules in economic theory and methodology as well as applied economics and modules which enable the student to work with issues from other subject areas of relevance to economists.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand. oecon. (candidatus/candidata oeconomices). In Danish, graduates from the University of Copenhagen may choose the alternative title cand. polit. (candidatus/candidata politices). In English: Master of Science (MSc) in Economics.  Graduates from Aarhus University may choose the alternative title  Master of Science (MSc) in Economics and Management.

3.6 The Master's degree programme in psychology (Kandidatuddannelsen i psykologi; cand.psych.)

The aim of the Master's degree programme in psychology is to qualify the student to apply theoretical knowledge, skills and methods in order to identify, formulate and solve complex problems pertaining to psychology in public and private sector institutions and businesses as well as in independent practice.

The Master’s programme consists of modules on psychological theories and their empirical foundation which are intended to enable graduates to account for and investigate psychological phenomena both theoretically and empirically, and to apply psychological theories in psychological practice, counselling and intervention.

Knowledge, competences and skills comparable to those acquired in Bachelor's studies in psychology are a prerequisite for admission to the Master's degree programme.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand. psych.. (candidatus/candidata psychologiae). In English: Master of Science (MSc) in Psychology.

Authorisation to practise as a psychologist may be achieved under the rules stipulated in the Consolidated Act on Psychologists, etc.

3.7 The Master's degree programme in public administration (Kandidatuddannelsen i henholdsvis politik og administration og i forvaltning; cand.scient.adm.)

The aim of the Master’s degree programme in public administration is to qualify the student to identify, analyse and develop solutions to problems in the areas of political and public administration/administrative problems in the public and private sectors in an independent and critical manner. Graduates acquire the skills to occupy professional positions in administration, policy development, evaluation, teaching and communication of social issues. The degree programme qualifies graduates for professional positions in the areas of administration, policy development, evaluation, teaching and communication of social issues.

The Master’s programme consists of modules in advanced political and administrative subjects and problem areas which constitute the identity and competence profile of the programme.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand.scient.adm. (candidatus/candidata scientiarum administrationis). In English: Master of Science (MSc) in Public Administration.

3.8 The Master's degree programme in anthropology (Kandidatuddannelsen i antropologi; cand.scient.anth.)

The aim of the Master’s programme in anthropology is to qualify the student to conduct comparative analyses of societies and cultures and to allow the student to specialise in a relevant anthropological field which will enable him or her to identify, formulate and solve complex problems in the public and private sectors.

The Master’s programme consists of modules which offer the conditions for thematic and regional specialisation and gaining experience in applying research methods through work with data collection, descriptions of cultures and cultural analysis.  The master’s thesis may be based on material derived from fieldwork or on the study of relevant literature.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand.scient.anth. (candidatus/candidata scientiarum anthropologicarum). In English: Master of Science (MSc) in Anthropology.

3.9 The Master's degree programme in political science (Kandidatuddannelsen i statskundskab; cand.scient.pol.)

The aim of the Master’s degree programme in political science is to qualify the student to analyse political and social phenomena in a changing world and to hold professional positions in the public and private sectors.  The Master’s programme provides qualifications in areas such as European and international politics, public administration at local, regional, national and international levels, theoretical politics, comparative politics, social analysis, statistics and method.

The Master’s programme consists of modules which develop the student's competences in the area of political science and which enable the student to apply advanced social science and political science theories and methods to problems in the field in an independent and critical manner.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand.scient.pol (candidatus/candidata scientiarum politicarum). In English: Master of Science (MSc) in Political Science.

3.10 The Master's degree programme in sociology ( Kandidatuddannelsen i sociologi; cand.scient.soc.)

The aim of the Master’s programme in sociology is to qualify the student to apply elements of sociological theory and method in practice in positions in the public and private sectors.

The Master’s programme consists of modules on sociological subjects, including advanced sociological theory, sociological theme subjects and sociological specialisations.  The Master’s programme also includes a substantial focus on social science method, including statistics.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand.scient.soc. (candidatus/candidata scientiarum socialium). In English: Master of Science (MSc) in Sociology.

3.11 Master's degree programmes in the social sciences (Kandidatuddannelserne inden for det samfundsvidenskabelige område; cand.soc.)

The aim of the Master’s degree programmes in the social sciences is to qualify the student to identify and analyse complex social phenomena and to apply theoretical and methodological competences and skills within a wide range of professions in the public and private sectors, including upper secondary schools.

The Master’s programmes include one or more subjects in the area of the social sciences or other areas relevant to the professional functions of a social science graduate. .

Knowledge, competences and skills corresponding to those acquired during a Bachelor's degree programme in the social sciences is a prerequisite for admission to the Master's programme.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand.soc. (candidatus/candidata societatis). In English: Master of Social Sciences.

Graduates may acquire the pedagogical competences necessary for a teaching position at upper secondary level under the Act on Professional Postgraduate Teacher Training for Upper Secondary School Teachers.

4 The natural sciences:

4.1 The Master's degree programme in actuarial mathematics (Kandidatuddannelsen i forsikringsmatematik; cand.act.)

The purpose of the Master’s degree programme in actuarial mathematics is to qualify the student to apply mathematical models to the analysis of the financial risks involved in insurance.

The Master’s degree programme consists of modules from a broad range of subjects in the field of actuarial mathematics or from related relevant areas.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand. act. (candidatus/candidata actuariae). In English: Master of Science (MSc) in Actuarial Mathematics.

4.2 The Master's degree programme in agriculture ( Kandidatuddannelsen i landbrugsvidenskab; cand.agro.)

The purpose of the Master’s degree programme in agriculture is to qualify the student for professional employment in primary agriculture, the agro-industrial sector and public administration.

The Master’s degree programme consists of modules which provide the student with a broad range of qualifications in the agricultural sciences.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand. agro. (candidatus/candidata agronomiae). In English: Master of Science (MSc) in Agriculture.

4.3 The Master's degree programme in horticulture ( Kandidatuddannelsen i havebrugsvidenskab; cand.hort.)

The purpose of the Master’s degree programme in horticulture is to qualify the student for professional employment in primary horticulture, the agro-industrial sector and public administration.

The Master’s degree programme consists of modules which provide the student with a broad range of qualifications in the horticultural sciences.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand. hort. (candidatus/candidata hortonomiae). In English: Master of Science (MSc) in Horticulture.

4.4 The Master's degree programme in landscape architecture ( Kandidatuddannelsen i landskabsarkitektur; cand.hort.arch.)

The aim of the Master’s degree programme in landscape architecture is to qualify the student to plan, design and administer open spaces and landscapes in the city and in the open countryside.

The Master’s degree programme consists of modules which provide the student with a broad range of qualifications in the field of landscape architecture.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand.hort.arch. (candidatus/candidata hortorum architecturae). In English: Master of Science (MSc) in Landscape Architecture.

4.5 The Master's degree programme in information technology (Kandidatuddannelsen i informationsteknologi; cand.it.)

The purpose of the Master’s degree programme in information technology is to qualify the student to formulate and solve complex problems in the field of information technology.  On the basis of a completed Bachelor's degree, the Master’s programme enables the student to design an individual specialist profile in IT.

The Master’s degree programme consists of modules in the technical sciences, natural sciences, social sciences and the humanities, including the development and implementation of new information technology.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand. it. (candidatus/candidata informationis technologiae) followed by the subject in which the degree is awarded. In English: Master of Science (MSc) in Information Technology followed by the subject in which the degree is awarded (in English).

4.6 The Master's degree programme in veterinary medicine (Kandidatuddannelsen i veterinærmedicin; cand.med.vet.)

The aim of the Master’s degree programme in veterinary medicine is to qualify the student to diagnose diseases, treat sick animals, prevent disease, monitor food safety, work in food and environmental hygiene positions, and fill other positions in which a knowledge of veterinary science is relevant.

The Master’s degree programme consists of modules which provide the student with a broad range of qualifications in the field of veterinary medicine.

As a prerequisite for admission to the Master’s programme, the student must have completed a Danish Bachelor's degree in veterinary medicine or possess knowledge, expertise and skills corresponding to those acquired during the Bachelor's degree programme in veterinary medicine from a foreign Bachelor's degree programme in veterinary medicine.

The Master’s programme comprises 150 ECTS points.

The Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand.med.vet. (candidatus/candidata medicinae veterinariae). In English: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine.

Authorisation to practise as a veterinarian may be obtained under the rules stipulated in the Practice of Veterinary Surgery Act.

4.7 The Master's degree programme in agricultural economics (Kandidatuddannelsen i jordbrugsøkonomi; cand.oecon.agro.)

The aim of the Master’s degree programme in agricultural economics is to qualify the student to analyse and solve economic, administrative and planning problems in the agricultural industries, the agro-industrial sector and its associated institutions, and public administration.

The Master’s degree programme consists of modules which relate economics and law to agriculture, food and natural resources.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand.oecon.agro. (candidatus/candidata oeconomiae agronomiae). In English: Master of Science (MSc) in Agricultural Economics.

4.8 Master's degree programmes in the natural sciences (Kandidatuddannelserne inden for det naturvidenskabelige område; cand.scient.)

The aim of the Master's degree programmes in the natural sciences is to qualify students for professions in public and private organisations, including upper secondary education (gymnasium), on the basis of knowledge and insight on (and other) theories and methods in the field of natural science and other fields which are relevant for the specific degree programme.

The Master’s programmes include one or more subjects in the area of the natural sciences or other areas relevant to the professional functions of a natural science graduate.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand.scient. (candidatus/candidata scientiarum) followed by the subject in which the degree is awarded. In English: Master of Science (MSc) followed by the subject in which the degree is awarded (in English).

Graduates may acquire the pedagogical competences necessary for a teaching position at upper secondary level under the Act on Professional Postgraduate Teacher Training for Upper Secondary School Teachers.

4.9 The Master's degree programmes in mathematics-economics (Kandidatuddannelserne inden for det matematisk-økonomiske område; cand.scient.oecon.)

The aim of the Master’s degree programmes in mathematics-economics is to qualify the student to perform professional functions in the field of economics by acquiring in-depth understanding of mathematics and statistics and their applications in economic theory. The synthesis of the three subject areas is designed to enable the student to solve both theoretical and practical problems in the field of economics.

The Master’s degree programmes allow students to specialise in all areas of economic theory, with an emphasis on mathematical economics, econometrics, operational analysis, game theory and the environment and natural resources.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand.scient. oecon. (candidatus/candidata scientiarum oeconomices). In English: Master of Science (MSc) in Mathematics-Economics or Master of Science (MSc) in Environmental and Natural Resource Economics.

4.10 The Master's degree programme in forest and nature management (Kandidatuddannelsen inden for skovbrugsvidenskab; cand.silv.)

The aim of the Master’s degree programme in forest and nature management is to qualify the student to administer, develop and exploit forests, timber and other natural resources while taking due care of social, environmental and business economic interests on the bacground of scientific knowledge and method in forestry and other relevant fields.

The Master’s degree programme consists of modules which provide the student with a broad range of qualifications in the field of forestry.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand.silv. (candidatus/candidata silvinomiae). In English: Master of Science (MSc) in Forest and Nature Management.

5 The health sciences:

5.1 The Master's degree programme in nursing (Kandidatuddannelsen i sygepleje; cand.cur.)

The aim of the Master’s programme in nursing is to qualify the student to perform central clinical, managerial, teaching and academic functions in the field of nursing and in interdisciplinary contexts.

The Master’s programme consists of modules on the history of nursing, the history of nursing ideas, contemporary nursing, training and work experience in nursing and nursing in clinical practice.

A relevant Bachelor's degree or other relevant degree at an equivalent level is a prerequisite for admission to a particular Master's degree programme in education.

The Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand. cur. (candidatus/candidata curationis). In English: Master of Science (MSc) in Nursing.

5.2 The Master's degree programme in chiropractic (Kandidatuddannelsen i klinisk biomekanik; cand.manu.)

The aim of the Master’s degree programme in chiropractic is to qualify the student for the profession of chiropractor by providing in-depth knowledge of natural science and health science disciplines.

The Master’s degree programme consists of modules in clinical subjects, including general diagnostics, clinical biomechanics, diagnostic imaging and radiography and clinical treatment.

As a prerequisite for admission to the Master’s programme, the student must possess knowledge, expertise and skills corresponding to those acquired during the Bachelor's degree programme in clinical biomechanics.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand.manu. (candidatus/candidata manutigii). In English: Master of Science (MSc) in Chiropractic.

Authorisation to practise as a chiropractor may be obtained under the rules stipulated in the Act on the Authorisation of Health Personnel and on Health Professions.

5.3 The Master's degree programme in medicine (Kandidatuddannelsen i medicin; cand.med.)

The aim of the Master’s degree programme in medicine is to provide the student with the necessary expertise in the natural sciences, the behavioural sciences, the social sciences, as well as paraclinical and clinical subjects, to enable the student to assume a junior doctor position on graduation and to perform this function competently with regard to knowledge, skills and attitudes, including medical ethics.

The Master’s degree programme consists of theoretical and clinical modules which take place both at the university as well as in a clinical context..

As a prerequisite for admission to the Master’s programme, the student must possess knowledge, expertise and skills acquired from a Danish Bachelor's degree programme in medicine or corresponding knowledge, expertise and skills acquired from a foreign Bachelor's degree programme.

The Master’s programme comprises 180 ECTS points.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand.med. (candidatus/candidata medicinae). In English: Master of Science (MSc) in Medicine.

Authorisation to practise as a doctor may be obtained under the rules stipulated in the Act on the Authorisation of Health Personnel and on Health Professions.

5.4 The Master's degree programme in dental surgery (Kandidatuddannelsen i odontologi; cand.odont.)

The aim of the Master's degree programme in dental surgery is to provide the student with the knowledge and skills necessary, now and in the future, to treat and prevent diseases of the teeth, jaw and the other structures of the oral cavity, and to provide them with the scientific and professional basis for further study in dentistry and related areas.

The Master’s degree programme consists of modules in behavioural and social science subjects as well as clinical subjects, including cariology and endodontics, oral diagnostics, oral surgery, orthodontics, periodontology, paediatric dentistry, prosthetic dentistry, gnathology, oral pathological medicine, gerodontics and clinical practice.

As a prerequisite for admission to the Master’s programme, the student must possess knowledge, expertise and skills acquired from a Danish Bachelor's degree programme in dentistry or corresponding knowledge, expertise and skills acquired from a foreign Bachelor's degree programme.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand. odont. (candidatus/candidata odontologiae). In English: Master of Science (MSc) in Dental Surgery.

Authorisation to practise as a dentist may be obtained under the rules stipulated in the Act on the authorisation of health personnel and on health professions.

5.5 The Master's degree programme in pharmacy (Kandidatuddannelsen i farmaci; cand.med.)

The aim of the Master’s degree programme in pharmacy is to qualify the student for a profession as an expert specialising in pharmaceuticals in all areas of society, including chemical, pharmacological, pharmaceutical and clinical aspects of the development of pharmaceuticals, as well as the production, quality assurance, registration and marketing of pharmaceuticals in addition to providing information and advice on pharmaceuticals and their applications..

The Master's degree programme consists of modules in the natural sciences,the health sciences and the pharmaceutical sciences, including an internship at a pharmacy/hospital pharmacy.

As a prerequisite for admission to the Master’s programme, the student must possess knowledge, expertise and skills acquired from a Danish Bachelor's degree programme in pharmacy or corresponding knowledge, expertise and skills acquired from a foreign Bachelor's degree programme.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand. pharm. (candidatus/candidata pharmaciae) (farmaceut). In English: Master of Science (MSc) in Pharmacy.

5.6 The Master's degree programme in pharmaceutical sciences (Kandidatuddannelsen i farmaceutisk videnskab; cand.scient.pharm.)

The aim of the Master’s degree programme in pharmaceutical science is to qualify the student for a profession as an expert specialising in pharmaceuticals in many aspects of society, including chemical, pharmacological, pharmaceutical and clinical aspects of the development of pharmaceuticals, as well as the production, quality assurance, registration and marketing of pharmaceuticals in addition to providing information and advice on pharmaceuticals and their applications..

The Master's degree programme consists of modules in the natural sciences,the health sciences and pharmaceutical science.

Knowledge, competences and skills corresponding to those acquired during a Bachelor's degree programme in pharmaceutical science are a prerequisite for admission to the Master's programme.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand.scient. pharm. (candidatus/candidata scientarium pharmaciae) (farmaceutisk videnskab). In English: Master of Science (MSc) in Pharmaceutical Sciences.

5.7 The Master's degree programme in health science (Kandidatuddannelsen inden for det sundhedsfaglige område; cand.scient.san.)

The aim of the Master’s degree programme in health science is to qualify the student to perform professional functions related to health science development and teaching in private and public sector companies by acquiring expertise in the theory and methods of public health science.

The Master’s degree programme consists of modules in the fields of biomedicine, the social sciences (including public health), and the humanities. It also includes health science, clinical and research methodologies.

A relevant Bachelor's degree in health science or other relevant degree at an equivalent level is a prerequisite for admission to the particular Master's degree programme.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand.scient.san. (candidatus/candidata scientiarum sanitatis). In English: Master of Health Science.

5.8 The Master's degree programme in public health (Kandidatuddannelsen i folkesundhedsvidenskab; cand.scient.san.publ.)

The aim of the Master’s degree programme in public health is to provide the student with the necessary expertise in the theory and method of public health science perform professional functions in private and public sector companies.

The Master's degree programme consists of modules in the social sciences and health science.  It also includes the theory of science and research methodology, which are integrated with subjects in health science, the social sciences, the humanities and the natural sciences.

The Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand.scient.san.publ. (candidatus/candidata scientiae sanitatis publicae). In English: Master of Science (MSc) in Public Health.

5.9 The Master's degree programme in biomedical engineering (Kandidatuddannelsen i biomedicinsk teknik; cand.scient.med.)

The aim of the Master’s programme in biomedical engineering is to qualify the student to participate in interdisciplinary cooperation on research and development of medicotechnical methods and of monitoring equipment, diagnostics and the treatment of patients, both in the healthcare sector and in the medicotechnical industry.

The Master’s degree programme consists of modules in biophysics, biomechanics, medical imaging, pathology along with medical research and presentation technique. The programme also includes modules in anatomy and physiology for the student with a predominantly technical/natural sciences Bachelor's degree, and modules in mathematics, signal analysis and medicotechnology for the student with a predominantly medical/physiological Bachelor's degree.

Knowledge, competences and skills corresponding to those acquired during a Bachelor's degree programme in medicine, the natural sciences or the technical sciences, or a diploma engineer programme (diplomingeniøruddannelse), are a prerequisite for admission to the Master's programme.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand.scient.med. (candidatus/candidata scientiarum sanitatis). In English: Master of Science (MSc) in Biomedical Engineering.

5.10 The Master's degree programme in medicine with industrial specialisation (Kandidatuddannelsen i medicin med industriel specialisering; cand.scient.med.)

The aim of the Master's degree programme in medicine with industrial specialisation is to qualify the student to analyse and solve clinical problems related to diagnonis and treatment with an eye to employment in the healthcare sector and the medicotechnical industry.

The Master's degree programme consists of theoretical modules in the natural sciences and health sciences, as well as modules which take place in the industry and clinical modules in the health care sector.

Knowledge, competences and skills corresponding to those acquired during a Bachelor's degree programme in medicine or in medicine with industrial specialisation are a prerequisite for admission to the Master's programme.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand.scient.med. (candidatus/candidata scientiarum sanitatis). In English: Master of Science (MSc) in Medicine with Industrial Specialisation.

6 The technical sciences:

6.1 The Master's degree programme in surveying, planning and land management (Kandidatuddannelsen inden for det landinspektørvidenskabelige område; cand.geom.)

The aim of the Master’s degree programme in surveying, planning and land management is to qualify the student to perform professional functions based on expertise in the theory and methods of surveying, planning and land management.

The Master’s degree programme consists of modules in land registration, environmental law, land surveying and planning.

Knowledge, competences and skills corresponding to those acquired during a Bachelor's degree programme in surveying, planning and land management are a prerequisite for admission to the Master's programme.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the titles chartered surveyor (landinspektør) and cand.geom. (candidatus/candidata geometriae). In English: Master of Science (MSc) in Surveying, Planning and Land Management.

Authorisation to practise as a surveyor can be obtained under the rules stipulated in the Chartered Surveyance Act.

6.2 The Master's degree programme in engineering (Kandidatuddannelsen inden for det ingeniørvidenskabelige område; cand.polyt.)

The aim of the Master’s degree programme in engineering is to qualify the student to solve complicated technical problems and to design and implement complex technological products and systems in a social context.

The Master’s degree programme contains modules that provide the student with advanced professional competence in the chosen branch of engineering and the opportunity to specialise.

Knowledge, competences and skills corresponding to those acquired during a Bachelor's degree programme in the technical sciences or a diploma engineer programme (diplomingeniøruddannelse), are a prerequisite for admission to the Master's programme.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the titles civil engineer (civilingeniør) and cand.polyt. (candidatus/candidata polytechnices) followed by the subject in which the degree is awarded. In English: Master of Science (MSc) in Engineering followed by the subject in which the degree is awarded (in English).

6.3 The Master's degree programme in science and technology (Kandidatuddannelsen inden for det teknisk-naturvidenskabelige område; cand.scient.techn.)

The aim of the Masters' degree programme in science and technology is to qualify the student to work in a professional capacity in private and public sector companies on the background of expertise in technical-scientific expertise and methods.

The Master's degree programme consists of technical and natural sciences modules.

Knowledge, competences and skills corresponding to those acquired during a Bachelor's degree programme in the natural sciences are a prerequisite for admission to the Master's programme.

In Danish, the Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand.scient.techn. (candidatus/candidata scientiarum technologiae) followed by the subject in which the degree is awarded. In English: Master of Science and Technology followed by the subject in which the degree is awarded (in English).

6.4 The Master's degree programme in food science and technology (Kandidatuddannelsen i fødevarevidenskab; cand.techn.al.)

The aim of the Master’s degree programme in food science and technology is to qualify the student to work in a professional capacity, at national and international level in the field of food and nutrition on the background of expertise in the natural sciences, technical sciences and other fields.

The Master’s degree programme consists of modules designed to enable the student to participate in the planning, implementation and management of complex food technology systems.

The Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand.techn.al (candidatus/candidata technologiae alimentariae). In English: Master of Science (MSc) in Food Science and Technology.

6.5 The Master's degree programme in technological and socio-economic planning (Kandidatuddannelsen inden for teknologisk-samfundsvidenskabelig planlægning; cand.techn.soc.)

The purpose of the Master’s degree programme in technological and socio-economic planning is to qualify the student to work in interdisciplinary teams at national and international level in order to solve complex problems related to planning, public administration, innovation, management and communication related to resources and the environment.

The Master’s degree programme consists of interdisciplinary and problem-oriented modules covering the technological development and organisation of production, the development of, and social background of, consumption patterns, the natural resources and conditions that are a prerequisite for production and consumption, the effect of the development of production and consumption on the environment, resources, everyday life and working conditions, as well as resource and  environment.oriented policy, planning and regulation.

The Master's degree programme entitles the graduate to the title cand.techn.soc. (candidatus/candidata scientiarum socialium). In English: Master of Science (MSc) in Technological and Socio-Economic Planning.