How is Environmental Engineering structured?
The master's degree program, which lasts 2 years divided into 4 semesters, builds on a relevant bachelor's or diploma in engineering or science.
The first and second semesters include compulsory courses that are largely based on project work in groups.
In the third and fourth semesters, you have more opportunity to put your own stamp on the education.
In the third semester, you can choose electives, and you have the opportunity to start your master's thesis. Most students choose to contact companies and do an in-company project, which is very similar to an internship. Alternatively, you have the opportunity to go on an exchange abroad at one of our foreign partner universities, provided that the courses are approved by the study board.
In the fourth semester, you focus on your master's thesis. Virtually all of our students carry out their project work in close relation to our research activities or a company project.
A typical week
In a typical week during the first two semesters, you will spend 20-28 hours on teaching that combines theory and practice, as well as an additional 10-20 hours on independent study activities and group work outside teaching. In the third semester, the number of teaching hours may be as low as 12, depending on which electives you choose.
Below is an example from the 1st semester, where in addition to the below you also have an elective course.
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
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8.00 am–12.00 pmSystem Analysis - Life Cycle AssessmentTeaching |
8.00 am–12.00 pmTechno-economic Assessment of process technologiesTeaching |
8.00 am–12.00 pmProduct life cycle and eco-designTeaching |
8.00 am–12.00 pmSustainable DevelopmentTeaching |
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12.00 pm–4.00 pmProduct life cycle and eco-designTeaching |
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12.00 pm–4.00 pmSystem Analysis - Life Cycle AssessmentTeaching |
Choices and options
During your studies, you have the opportunity to make a number of choices that help shape your academic profile.
You can shape your academic profile through elective courses and specialised projects.
In the third semester, you have the opportunity to study at a foreign university if it fits into your study plan.
In the third semester, you can choose to do a project in collaboration with a company.
Academic culture in Denmark
Danish academic culture is characterised by active participation in class, group work and critical thinking. Rather than simply accumulating and reproducing knowledge, you will be expected to analyse, question and discuss the course topics.
The relationship between lecturers and students is often rather informal; students and lecturers may find themselves joking together and engaging in vigorous debates during classes and lectures.
