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International Business Administration, Language and Culture

Bachelor's programme | Sønderborg / EUF Flensborg

Life as an International Business Administration, Language and Culture student

At International Business Administration, Language and Culture you’ll be a part of a close-knit academic community where small classes, dedicated lecturers and a strong sense of belonging create space for curiosity and personal growth. You’ll meet fellow students who share your passion for languages and cultures and for exploring new ways of understanding the world.

Study groups are an important part of student life, and in the first semester we help you form groups based on your expectations, while supporting you in getting a strong and confident start.

The programme offers a unique opportunity to sexperience two different campuses: SDU Sønderborg at Alsion and the German campus at Europa-Universität Flensburg (EUF). At Alsion, teaching is informal and you’re often on a first-name basis with lecturers, while in Flensburg, you'll use the polite and more formal Sie-address.

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Societies and events

Student life at SDU Sønderborg is about much more than books. You can join student associations, social events and creative clubs and take part in activities in both Sønderborg and Flensburg improving your Danish, German and English skills.

At the German campus, you can join the student association Fachschaft, which organises everything from Christmas gatherings and cabin trips to pub crawls and social events across year groups. Additionally, EUF also offers Campus Career Workshops, coaching and excursions that provide practical tools for your studies and future career.

Facilities

As a student on the International Business, Language and Culture programme, you’ll spend much of your time at SDU Sønderborg. The campus offers a library, study and reading areas for focused work and collaboration, as well as common spaces for relaxation and socialising with fellow students.

Campus Alsion is more than just a university building – it’s a vibrant hub where education, culture, research and business meet. As a bonus, the building houses one of Northern Europe’s finest concert halls for classical symphonic music.

Transport between Sønderborg and Flensburg

If you live in Flensburg – a great advantage when studying German in the border region – you can use the shuttle bus between Flensburg and Sønderborg on days when classes are held at SDU. The shuttle service is primarily funded by SDU and EUF, with a small personal contribution.

If you live in Sønderborg, there is no shuttle bus, but you can travel to Flensburg using options such as the Danish Rejsekort on days when classes take place there.

Shared facilities on campus

Sønderborg is a large campus with many facilities that you have access to as a student, including

Reading room that is open 24/7
A canteen with the best view in town
Friday bar
StartUp Station, an innovation and entrepreneurial environment.

Student life in Sønderborg

At SDU Sønderborg you will enter a vibrant and international environment with students from all over the world.

SDU Sønderborg offers a modern setting in the city's historic surroundings, with cafés, shopping, a youth culture centre and music venues. You'll quickly feel at home in the city's familiar and safe surroundings - with the rest of Europe close by.

Sønderborg offers a variety of student accommodation for the city’s students. You can also rent privately at very reasonable prices.

In Sønderborg, you’ll live in a charming and easy-to-explore city with plenty of cultural events, cafés, bars, shopping, sports, and nature experiences right on your doorstep.

There is no housing guarantee in Sønderborg, and securing accommodation is ultimately your responsibility, but SDU will support you as best we can in your search for accommodation.

Learn more about the student accommodation in Sønderborg here.
All the study programmes in Sønderborg are taught in English, and the many international students add a global perspective to classes, teaching and the study environment.

In Danish academic culture, you are not only expected to obtain and recite knowledge, but also to analyse, compare, evaluate and work independently and critically with the course content. This approach will prepare you for work challenges after your studies.

The teaching is firmly rooted in research, and the lecturers and researchers are open and approachable, so you can seek academic advice whenever you need it.
Sønderborg may be a small city, but it offers plenty for you to experience and participate in. At "Mejeriet," you can join in communal activities such as dance, ceramics, and film nights, or larger events like poetry slams, concerts, and flea markets. There’s a great selection of cafés and restaurants, including vegan options, as well as a cinema, bars, nightclubs and great shopping.

If you’re into sports, there are swimming pools, a harbour bath, sports clubs, and fantastic opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, sailing, and kayaking in the beautiful natural surroundings. Sønderborg is buzzing with life thanks to the many students, which will give you lots of chances to make new friends, both Danish and international.
Sønderborg is located in beautiful surroundings on the island of Als, offering 250 km of coastline perfect for swimming, fishing, or watersports. Explore the peaceful forests, hiking trails, lakes, and a diverse bird and wildlife.

Sønderborg’s proximity to the German border makes Europe easily accessible, with cities like Flensburg, Hamburg, and Kiel just a short trip away. In Sønderborg, Scandinavia and continental Europe meet and connect.

First days at a student at International Business Administration, Language and Culture

As a new student on International Business Administration, Language and Culture, you’ll be welcomed with an introduction programme where you and your fellow students are assigned tutors to help you settle in. The start of the semester includes both academic and social activities, so you quickly get to know your subject, your lecturers, and your classmates.