What is public sector consultancy at SDU?

It refers to analysis, advice and research-based knowledge provided by SDU researchers to public authorities such as municipalities and national agencies. The aim is to support evidence-based decision-making and improve public services.

Who can request public sector consultancy from SDU?

All public sector organisations – including municipalities, regions and national authorities – can collaborate with researchers at SDU. We work in areas such as health, civil society, sport and rehabilitation.

What types of consultancy services does SDU offer to public authorities?

Services may include statistical analyses, municipal health profiling, evaluations, evidence-based prevention strategies, civil society assessments, sports policy advice and digital health solutions.

Does it cost to collaborate with SDU on public sector consultancy?

Yes, there are usually costs associated with public sector consultancy at SDU. However, we tailor each collaboration to your needs and can advise on relevant funding opportunities such as grants or public programmes.

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Public sector services

The University of Southern Denmark (SDU) provides research-based services to public authorities, municipalities and other public institutions. We contribute expert knowledge, analysis and consultancy across areas such as health, rehabilitation, civil society and sport.

Knowledge for decisions that matter

SDU’s public sector services include studies, evaluations and expert advice that support decision-making and help shape effective, citizen-focused initiatives.

Key areas of expertise

Health promotion and prevention

Research on how to improve public health through prevention and structural health promotion, with a particular focus on health inequality and lifestyle-related factors.

Contact: Pernille Tanggaard Andersen
PTAndersen@health.sdu.dk / +45 6550 4217

Read more about the Department of Public Health

Intervention research with municipalities

The Centre for Intervention Research at the National Institute of Public Health develops, tests and evaluates prevention and health promotion initiatives in close collaboration with municipalities. The aim is to create evidence-based solutions that can be implemented in everyday practice.

Contact: Rikke Krølner
rikr@sdu.dk / +45 6550 7841

Read more about the Centre for Intervention Research
Physical activity and sports participation

Surveys and analysis of trends in physical activity across the population.

Contact: Jens Høyer-Kruse
jhkruse@health.sdu.dk/ +45 6550 9537

Sports facilities and active spaces

Studies of sports facilities, playgrounds, parkour and street sports—and their role in encouraging physical activity.

Contact: Evald Bundgård Iversen
eiversen@health.sdu.dk / +45 6550 4845

eller

Jens Høyer-Kruse
jhkruse@health.sdu.dk / +45 6550 9537

Sports clubs and local partnerships

Research on how municipalities and clubs collaborate to develop policies and access to sport.

Contact: Karsten Elmose-Østerlund
kosterlund@health.sdu.dk / +45 6550 4859

Sports policy and implementation

Evaluations of local and national sports strategies, including their effectiveness in practice.

Contact: Jens Høyer-Kruse
jhkruse@health.sdu.dk / +45 6550 9537

or

Bjarne Ibsen
bibsen@health.sdu.dk / +45 6550 3491

Read more about the Centre for Research in Sport, Health and Civil Society
Health economics and prioritisation

Analyses of healthcare systems, financing models and cost-effectiveness of health interventions.

Contact: Kim Rose Olsen
krolsen@sdu.dk / +45 6550 3967

Read more about DaCHE – Danish Centre for Health Economics

Health statistics and municipal profiling

Delivery of health profile data and analyses to support municipal planning.

Contact: Peter Lund Kristensen
PLKristensen@health.sdu.dk / +45 6550 4878
Digital health and remote training

Design and implementation of digital training and rehabilitation solutions for use at home.

Contact: Søren T. Skou
stskou@health.sdu.dk / +45 6550 4893

GLA:D – training for joint and muscle pain

Evidence-based exercise programme for people with osteoarthritis and other musculoskeletal conditions.

Kontaktperson: Jonas Bloch Thorlund
jthorlund@health.sdu.dk / +45 6550 3894

Read more about the GLA:D project

Training for people with multiple conditions

Focus on physical activity, patient education and self-management for people with chronic illnesses.

Contact: Søren T. Skou
stskou@health.sdu.dk / +45 6550 4893

Read more about the Mobilize project

Rehabilitation and citizen-centred approaches

Research on rehabilitation practices that support daily life and include the user perspective.

Contact: Karen La Cour
klacour@sdu.dk / +45 6550 4235

Read more about the Department of Public Health

Maintaining healthy habits

Studies on how citizens sustain lifestyle changes after completing rehabilitation.

Contact: Søren T. Skou
stskou@health.sdu.dk / +45 6550 4893
Odense Child Cohort

Long-term research project following children’s development from pregnancy onward.

Contact: Tina Kold Jensen
tkjensen@health.sdu.dk / +45 6550 3077

Read more about the Odense Child Cohort

Play and new movement cultures

Research on play and movement in health promotion—especially among children and young people.

Contact: Bjarne Ibsen
bibsen@health.sdu.dk / +45 6550 3491

Read more about the Centre for Research in Sport, Health and Civil Society.
Civil society and voluntary organisations

Studies on how voluntary associations contribute to public welfare and collaborate with authorities.

Contact: Bjarne Ibsen
bibsen@health.sdu.dk / +45 6550 3491

National Institute of Public Health (SIF)

SIF researches the key determinants of health, disease and mortality in the population. It provides consultancy and analysis for public authorities.

Read more about the National Institute of Public Health
Department of Forensic Medicine

Provides services for the justice system and conducts teaching and research at SDU.

Read more about the Department of Forensic Medicine

Frequently asked questions

It includes research-based analyses, consultancy and expert knowledge to support public decision-making and development.

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All public-sector actors - such as municipalities, regions and agencies - are welcome. We work within health, civil society, sport and rehabilitation.

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Services may include statistical analyses, municipal health profiling, evaluations, evidence-based prevention strategies, civil society assessments, sports policy advice and digital health solutions.

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Yes, there are usually costs associated with public sector consultancy at SDU. However, we tailor each collaboration to your needs and can advise on relevant funding opportunities such as grants or public programmes.

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Knowledge for decisions that matter

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Gender Equality

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Public sector services

Knowledge for decisions that matter

SDU’s public sector services include studies, evaluations and expert advice that support decision-making and help shape effective, citizen-focused initiatives.

Key areas of expertise

Health promotion and prevention

Intervention research with municipalities

Physical activity and sports participation

Sports facilities and active spaces

Sports clubs and local partnerships

Sports policy and implementation

Health economics and prioritisation

Health statistics and municipal profiling

Digital health and remote training

GLA:D – training for joint and muscle pain

Training for people with multiple conditions

Rehabilitation and citizen-centred approaches

Maintaining healthy habits

Odense Child Cohort

Play and new movement cultures

Civil society and voluntary organisations

National Institute of Public Health (SIF)

Department of Forensic Medicine

Frequently asked questions

Contact SDU

sun-web@health.sdu.dk

Related links

Partner with SDU as an international university

Sell goods or services to SDU