Check out the 2025 event programme below.
Odense
Sunday 3 August 2025, 14:00 - 16:00 and 17:00 - 19:00 (in front of Odense train station)
Do you want to discover Odense before Summer School starts?
Which hidden gems are present in this fairytale town? And where are all the good places?
A walking tour is a great way to get to know the city and meet other Summer School students who have just arrived!
This free tour begins in front of the train station, next to the three-headed statue where the tram stops. With this as the starting point, the guides will lead you through the city center, introduce you to the fairytale city, and share their knowledge of all their favorite parts of the city.
The walking tour ends at the Student House (in Danish: Studenterhuset), where you can get a drink and/or a snack at student-friendly prices.
IMPORTANT! You must sign up for one of the two offered times prior to the event since we only have limited spots available. The sign-up is possible from Monday 21 July 2025 at 10:00 AM to Sunday 3 August 2025 at 11:00 AM. Click here to sign up.
Information: During the event, we will take pictures for promotional purposes. By attending the event, you agree to being photographed and having your pictures used online for promotion of similar events by SDU.
Monday 4 August 2025, 08:00 - 10:00 (SDU Campus Odense - Panorama (Main Entrance)
The team of SDU International Summer School 2025 would like to give you a warm welcome to SDU and Campus Odense! From 08:00, you can do the necessary final registration steps to be set for using the campus.
You arrive at the venue, register if you are a non-SDU student, receive your student card, mingle with fellow students, grab a snack, listen to the welcome speech, take a group picture, and get a tour of Campus Odense by our volunteers.
The volunteers will guide you through the campus, showing you everything from B like bikes and bus, to C like canteen and classrooms, to L like library, and T like toilet and tram. You will even get some cultural tips and tricks to get around smoothly during your stay in Denmark!
The tour will end in your classroom to make you all set for your intensive academic Summer School journey.
Information: During the event, we will take pictures for promotional purposes. By attending the event, you agree to being photographed and having your pictures used online for promotion of similar events by SDU.
Tuesday 5 August 2025, 19:30 - 23:00 (SDU Campus Odense - Friday bar “Nedenunder”)
So many new potential friends are waiting to be discovered by you!
Join us for this free speed-friending event to get to know lots of new people within just three minutes.
This will be the easiest way to make friends from all over the world – Danes included.
The bar will serve beverages at student-friendly prices during the event.
Note: We have limited spots available at the venue (maximum 300 people). So you better be on time! :)
Information: During the event, we will take pictures for promotional purposes. By attending the event, you agree to being photographed and having your pictures used online for promotion of similar events by SDU.
Thursday 7 August 2025, 19:30 - 21:00 (at Ærtefabrikken)
Who does not love to test their knowledge through a fun quiz?! :)
We thought that maybe you all would like some competition and put your know-how to the test on a variety of topics. The topics will be announced a few days before the event, so there is no need to study beforehand. Just bring your vivid mind!
There will be cool prices for the winners - all SDU merchandise. A great way to remember your Summer School experience.
Note: Limited spots available at the venue (maximum 250 people). We will start at 19:30 sharp. So you better be on time :)
Information: During the event, we will take pictures for promotional purposes. By attending the event, you agree to being photographed and having your pictures used online for promotion of similar events by SDU.
Saturday 9 August 2025, 09:30 - 15:30 (entry of SDU Faculty of Engineering)
Visit one of the most beautiful Danish landmarks: Egeskov castle and its gardens, winner of the European Garden Award 2012.
Join us in visiting one of the best preserved castles in Denmark. Here, you can get lost in the garden maze, or explore one of the several botanical greens. Visit the vintage car and motorcycle exhibition or take a walk on the suspended bridges. These are only a few of the activities you can enjoy!
You are welcome to bring your own lunch bag or visit the local café for beverages and food.
The ticket price is 225 DKK per person
The ticket includes:
- Transportation with private bus
- Admission to all exhibitions, parks, and the castle
The sign-up link for the excursion will be posted during Jun/July 2025.
Deadline to purchase your ticket: Wednesday 6 August 2024 at 15:00.
Meeting point: SDU entry of the Faculty of Engineering (the ‘cheese building’) at 09:30. The bus departs at 10:00 sharp, and since we are in Denmark, you do not want to argue with bus drivers about time :)
Information: During the event, we will take pictures for promotional purposes. By attending the event, you agree to being photographed and having your pictures used online for promotion of similar events by SDU.
Monday 11 August 2025, 19:30 - 23:00 (at Studenterhuset)
It's Monday. And there is no better day than Monday to join a Karaoke night!
Let's check:
✔ Do you enjoy listening to songs from all over the world?
✔ Do you enjoy singing alone or with friends?
✔ Do you enjoy meeting new people?
If your answer to at least one of the questions is YES, you should join us!
Don't forget to bring your student card to benefit from the amazing discounts at the bar. See you there!
Note: Limited spots available at the venue (maximum 149 people). So you better be on time ;)
Information: During the event, we will take pictures for promotional purposes. By attending the event, you agree to being photographed and having your pictures used online for promotion of similar events by SDU.
Wednesday 13 August 2025, 19:30 - 22:30 (SDU campus - Library)
Join us for a “hyggelig” night of board games and lots of fun with your summer school buddies!
We will be meeting inside the main entrance of the library. Feel free to join later, when you need a break from studying.
Once you are done playing board games, remember to return them to the library :)
Find the list of board games at SDU here. If you are a user of Board Game Geek, you can see the rule books there too.
Information: During the event, we will take pictures for promotional purposes. By attending the event, you agree to being photographed and having your pictures used online for promotion of similar events by SDU.
Friday 15 August 2025, 15:00 - 18:00 (SDU Campus Odense - Aksen and room U300)
After all your hard work, it is time to celebrate!
The SDU International Summer School Team invites you for a final gathering to round up your experience in Odense. If you like good vibes, nice weather and snacks - what better way to say goodbye to the friends you made along the way.
Oh, and don't miss out on the final big group picture of all the participants of SDU Summer School 2025!
Information: During the event, we will take pictures for promotional purposes. By attending the event, you agree to being photographed and having your pictures used online for promotion of similar events by SDU.
Sønderborg
Monday, 5 August 2024, 9:00 (U106, SDU campus)
Meet your professors and Student Services, who will be here to guide you through the summer school. Meet, greet, and get to know the other summer school students at this fun event.
Information: During the event, we will take pictures for promotional purposes. By attending the event, you agree to being photographed and having your pictures used online for promotion of similar events by SDU.
Tuesday, 6 August 2024, 19:00 (meeting point: Main Entrance Alsion, SDU campus)
Do you want to discover Sønderborg and find out what hidden gems are present in this historic town?
We have organized a walking tour for new students, where the guides show their favorite parts of the city to the new students. A great way to get to know the city and meet other newly arrived summer school students!
Our volunteers will guide you through the city center and introduce you to the historic city of Sønderborg. The tour is free and conducted by non-professional guides who are anyway eager to share their love for this city and their knowledge.
Enjoy and see the cool and interesting parts of Sønderborg from a local perspective. Everyone is welcome to join, but remember to register no later than 1 August.
Information: During the event, we will take pictures for promotional purposes. By attending the event, you agree to being photographed and having your pictures used online for promotion of similar events by SDU.
Saturday, 10 August 2024, 9:00 (meeting point: Main Entrance Alsion, SDU campus)
Visit one of the most historic Danish landmarks: Dybbøl Mølle and the historic Dybbøl Banke, the battle ground that has truly shaped Denmark.
Experience the exhibitions and get to know more about Denmark's history and the historic challenges with our neighbor, Germany.
Deadline for registration is 1 August. The ticket price is app. 85 DKK.
Information: During the event, we will take pictures for promotional purposes. By attending the event, you agree to being photographed and having your pictures used online for promotion of similar events by SDU.
Join us for a “hyggelig” night of board games and Summer School buddies!
Gather your friends and join us at SDU for a night of board games and outdoor activities (depending on the weather). There is gonna be loads of fun!
Remember to register by 1 August.
Information: During the event, we will take pictures for promotional purposes. By attending the event, you agree to being photographed and having your pictures used online for promotion of similar events by SDU.
Friday, 16 August 2024, 14:00 (U107, SDU campus)
Come and join the traditional group photo and say goodbye to old and new friends.
Information: During the event, we will take pictures for promotional purposes. By attending the event, you agree to being photographed and having your pictures used online for promotion of similar events by SDU.