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05 Welcome 06 VIA University College 08 About Denmark 10 Career in Denmark 11 Meet Our Programmes

12 VIA Built Environment 12 Architectural Technology and Construction Management DENMARK 14 VIA Business 14 Marketing Management 15 International Sales and Marketing Management 17 Value Chain Management

18 VIA Design 18 Fashion Design 19 Branding and Marketing Management

20 VIA Engineering 20 Civil Engineering 21 Climate and Supply Engineering 22 Global Business Engineering 23 Software Technology Engineering 24 Materials Science Engineering 25 Mechanical Engineering

26 Accommodation

28 Admission Requirements

30 FAQ

32 Contact International Bachelor’s Degree Programmes VIA University College 5 DENMARK WELCOME

In Denmark, everything is close by! Aarhus From our campuses, you can reach beaches, spectacular Denmark’s second largest scenery and big city life in no time. city with 277,086 inhabitants. The city is characterised by its rich history and known as an innovative city filled with youthful energy due to the many students living in Aarhus. Welcome to Herning Dedication to art and design, a variety of big events and VIA University unique nature experiences are just some of the things that encapsulate Herning College Aalborg and its 50,039 inhabitants.

Horsens Although Horsens is best We offer you the VIA University College offers your career and your future. known for its cultural events, opportunity to a range of accredited profes- Feel free to contact our the city offers a variety of become part of a sional bachelor’s degree pro- friendly, international staff activities including beautiful unique international grammes in English in the for further information. We surroundings. With 59,181 student community fields of engineering, design, also welcome you to visit us inhabitants, Horsens has – a community that animation, health, construc- and learn more. a vibrant and international will provide you with tion and business. Viborg community. many possibilities to Yours sincerely, explore your interests, You will learn from dedicated challenge and develop professors, work on projects Harald Mikkelsen your professional with Danish and international Rector Herning knowledge and skills companies, exchange ideas VIA University College Aarhus with students from around and help you reach your goals. the world, and probably develop lasting friendships.

As an international student Horsens at VIA University College, you Billund Copenhagen will have access to our multi- ple student services such as accommodation, sports, student incubators, as well as career service centres.

Odense All of our programmes are developed in close cooperation with relevant industries. As a result, our graduates have unique career opportunities.

The purpose of this brochure is to help you make an impor- tant decision about your life, International Bachelor’s Degree Programmes VIA University College International Bachelor’s Degree Programmes VIA University College 7 VIA UNIVERSITY VIA UNIVERSITY COLLEGE COLLEGE

Here are three great things about living and working in Denmark: - Innovative environment VIA University Denmark is among the frontrunners in architecture, design - Open and informal working environment and green development, so if you have an interest in working College is Denmark’s At Danish workplaces, the relationship between employee and within one of these fields, Denmark is the place for you. Cur- manager is generally relaxed and open. Critical questions are rently, there is a shortage of educated candidates, especially largest and most encouraged and the culture is based on open dialogue, where in engineering, so there are plenty of job opportunities. employees are given a high degree of autonomy. international Denmark also has a great entrepreneurial spirit and offers sup- - Great work-life balance port and counselling to individuals who want to start their own Denmark is widely known for having a great work-life balance business. university college with room and flexibility for a life with family and friends outside of work. Combined with relatively high salaries, this Go online to find more inspiration and to meet some of our – also known as a makes Denmark an attractive place to settle down and build international graduates working in Denmark. university of applied a career. Visit en.via.dk/programmes/career sciences – with a total of 19,000 students of whom 3,500 are international students from all over the world.

We invite you to become a part of Denmark’s largest, most entrepreneurial and most international university of applied sciences.

VIA University College is home to 19,000 students of whom 3,500 are international students from all over the world. The strength of our programmes continues to be the combination of the latest research-based theoretical teaching with professional training.

Here are some of the main reasons why studying in Denmark and at VIA is a choice that you should feel confident and secure about.

Unique Career Opportunities Denmark is a popular place to work and live. Right now, the Danish labour market is calling for skilled work and international talent. This means that Denmark offers unique career opportunities after graduation. International Bachelor’s Degree Programmes VIA University College

DENMARK

About Denmark

The Danish society is a modern, knowledge-based society. The constant search for new knowledge Facts has made Denmark one of the frontrunners in Population the development and implementation of green Denmark has 5.5 million inhabitants – 9 out of 10 own bicycles technology. Denmark is a world leader in wind as 36% of adults bike to work, while 45% of children bike to power technology. More than 20% of Denmark’s school (Source: Cycling Embassy of Denmark). energy already comes from renewable energy, and the goal is to reach 100% by 2050. Language The native language is Danish. However, about 80 % of the po- Denmark ranks above average in many dimensions pulation speak English and many Danes speak a third language. in the OECD Better Life Index: work-life balance, social connections, environmental quality, civic Geography engagement, education and skills, jobs and Denmark is a part of Scandinavia in the north of Europe. It is earnings, subjective well-being and personal a small green country which consists of the peninsula of Jut- security. land and around 406 islands. In Denmark, you are never more than 50 kilometres away from the sea. Denmark has one of the world’s oldest democracies which could explain the high ranking. Climate Danish society supports social as well as gender Denmark has a temperate coastal climate where the average equality with equal opportunities for men and temperature in the summer is 20°C and in the winter around women. And the Danish welfare system guarantees 0°C. education and healthcare for everyone through a taxation-based wealth distribution system. Safety Denmark is one of the world’s safest, least corrupt countries In addition, Denmark has some of the world’s best with the happiest people in the world (source: 2014 World public hospitals and healthcare facilities and a Happiness Report and Transparency International). reliable public transportation system. Denmark is a safe destination for your future studies and career. International Bachelor’s Degree Programmes VIA University College International Bachelor’s Degree Programmes VIA University College 11 CAREER IN DENMARK MEET OUR PROGRAMMES

Kick-start Your Meet Our Programmes Career in Denmark

Experience shows that international students need to learn Danish and establish a Danish network to VIA University College offers 17 degree programmes in English. With a diploma from VIA, you will obtain a better secure a future job in Denmark. Therefore, VIA University College is working on several initiatives to professional bachelor’s degree and a full set of professional skills that will make you ready to take on a job prepare our international students for a career in Denmark. The Career Service Centre at VIA is a unique straight after graduation. service that provides free career advice for all our students and acts as a link between our students and local companies. A professional bachelor’s degree takes 3.5-4.5 years or 210-270 ECTS to complete. The degree is offered at a level corresponding to university bachelor’s programmes but with a stronger focus on professional practice, and will also give access to further studies, e.g. at master’s level. From you first day on campus, our consultants are here to Our job is to guide you and help you succeed in your journey to- Discover our fields of study: advise you on matters such as: wards a future career in Denmark. We are in contact with many local companies and know that they are looking for internation- - How to find a student job, internship and full time job al talent. Therefore, we organise events such as Company Dat- in Denmark? ing where you can meet company representatives face-to-face - How to write a CV and cover letter adapted to the in order to find a study relevant job, internship, project work or Business Design Danish job market? full time job. Our business programmes prepare you to add value to the ben- Our design programmes provide you with many different job - How the Danish job market works? efit of the company’s customers and owners. You may work on opportunities. The programmes are characterised by a close - How to get in touch with businesses and organisations business strategies, market analyses, sales or marketing ap- link between theory and practice and between design and busi- for collaboration on projects and internships? proaches. Or you will learn how to increase the efficiency of a ness. By focusing on the fashion and lifestyle industry, you company’s work processes working with business management will learn how to spot and create future trends. Or you will find and learning how to integrate the technical and commercial ap- yourself in a business-oriented role, where you will learn how to proach to subjects like logistics and supply chain management. turn great design into a good business.

Construction Engineering Our Architectural Technology and Construction Management Engineers are in high demand. Regardless of your ambitions, be programmes will prepare you to work with design, construction, it constructing bridges or designing machines - or developing quality assessment, planning and cost control or management software, materials or climate solutions, VIA offers an engineer- of the entire design and construction process. You will become ing programme for you. At VIA, we work with innovation and ed- a specialist who is able to adapt to your professional environ- ucate engineers who can suggest solutions to the questions to ment and come up with both innovative and sustainable solu- which we do not yet know the answers. Innovative minds that tions. You will most often be a part of the entire building pro- can re-think and challenge the existing knowledge and make cess – working both in the office and in the field. an imprint on the world. International Bachelor’s Degree Programmes VIA University College

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Architectural Technology and Duration 3½ years (210 ECTS) Construction Management Language English Bachelor’s degree Admission requirements Math C-level Study start Summer (August) and winter (February) City Horsens and Aarhus Learn more en.via.dk/architectural

Do you want an education that enables you to plan and coordinate construction projects, control production processes, participate in quality assessments, and manage the operation and maintenance of completed buildings?

The Architectural Technology and Construction Management programme represents the nexus of architectural technology, Andrea Gino engineering technology and project management. Architecture Constructing Architect serves as the basis for this programme, while design, construction details, building materials, management and problem Construction Architect, solving are core competencies. DISSING+WEITLING architecture At VIA, we prepare our students to independently plan, manage, and perform technical and administrative work in the de- After graduating, I worked in Norway sign and execution phases of construction and civil engineering projects. Our graduates will be prepared to work in an and Saudi Arabia for a Danish company. international setting as they through their studies will become Today, I work as a constructing architect familiar with problem-solving and project work in intercultur- at DISSING+WEITLING architecture al groups. in Copenhagen. Here, my main

Career Profile responsibilities are BIM modelling and Typical places of employment include consulting engineers, producing drawings. I enjoy the larger contractors, architectural firms, authorities, manufacturers, independence and responsibility I have. suppliers and self-employment.

Further Education You can continue your studies as a cand.scient.techn. at Aal- borg University in Construction Management, Construction Informatics as well as Security or Risk Management. Or you can take a Master’s degree e.g. in the field of energy.

1st semester 2nd semester 3rd semester 4th semester 5th semester 6th semester 7th semester

1 storey building 3 storey house Wide Span Multi-storey Conversion/ Internship Bachelor project Common bacic Common basic building buildings renovation Elective Element topics profes- topic Detail Design 2 Design & Architectural programme sion and building Detail Design 1 production and Design stages Tecnology or proces erection Construction Management

Internship and Final project

AP Degree programme in Construction Tecnology Education International Bachelor’s Degree Programmes VIA University College International Bachelor’s Degree Programmes VIA University College 15 BUSINESS BUSINESS

Marketing Management Duration 2 years (120 ECTS) International Sales and Duration 1½ years (90 ECTS) Academy Profession Degree Language English Marketing Management Language English Admission requirements Math/Business Economics B-level Bachelor top-up Admission requirements AP Degree in Marketing Management or similar Study start Summer (August) Study start Summer (August) City Horsens City Horsens Learn more en.via.dk/marketing Learn more en.via.dk/sales

If you want to work with international marketing, Are you interested in strategic business develop- business economics, sales and marketing commu- ment and relational marketing? nication, organisation and management, and Then this is the programme for you! business law, the 2-year Marketing Management programme is just right for you. The International Sales and Marketing Management programme has a unique international focus and will provide you At VIA, our Marketing Mangement programme is based on a with the inter-disciplinary skills that will make you attractive to combination of business practice and applied theory. You will a wide range of companies. The top-up bachelor programme benefit from our close cooperation with local companies which combines theory with practice through project work and real Alina Cojocaru will allow you to work with real-world problems in your studies. life case studies from a broad range of companies. Learning & Development Irma Valantinaite, Manager IT Project Manager Our classes represent a wide range of nationalities and you will You will develop knowledge and comprehension of business The LEGO Group Arla Foods experience working with projects in intercultural groups prepa- practice, applied theory, and methods used for sales and ring you for a global career. marketing in an international business perspective. At The LEGO Group I have worked as I am working as an IT Project Manager Career Profile The programme emphasises business-to-business sales. The Marketing Management graduates are equipped for a wide an HR Business Partner and recently focus is on overall themes covered by core subjects including at Arla Foods in Aarhus. I make sure variety of jobs in marketing and export departments at as a Learning & Development Manager. sales and marketing, supply chain management, business law, that we deliver projects on time, and I companies either in Denmark or abroad. These jobs include As a Marketing Management graduate, management/organisation and economics. manage different software solutions. My marketing assistant, export salesman, marketing coordinator, I can apply marketing concepts and tasks differ depending on the project so information officer, advertising consultant, or purchaser. Career Profile add value with my understanding of the The Bachelor of International Sales and Marketing Management no two days are the same. But the best You will also receive a fine foundation for starting your own com- commercial side of the business and qualifies you for a business career in many industries. You will part of my job is the people I work with. pany or for engaging in innovation and the development of new strategy, which has been crucial in my typically work with strategic marketing, sales strategies, sales products and concepts at development-oriented companies. work. management, marketing research, market communication, brand and product management, promotion, price and distribution. Further Education When you have completed the Academy Profession Degree in Further Education Marketing Management, you will have excellent opportunities When you graduate as an International Sales and Marketing for further education. The programme for example provides you Manager, you will have many opportunities to continue with a with direct access to our Bachelor top-up of 1½ year in Interna- Master’s degree in Denmark or abroad. tional Sales and Marketing Management.

1st semester 2nd semester 3rd semester 4th semester 1st/5th semester 2nd/6th semester 3rd/7th semester

Understanding of Tactical operational Internationalisation Internship and The company’s Industry and competitors Internship and business, marketing B2C and electives Final project strategic basis Sales management and Bachelor project methodology and and B2B The customer as the the sales development market understanding starting point of the company Electives

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Value Chain Management Duration 3½ years (210 ECTS) Bachelor Language English Admission requirements Math B-level, English B-level Study start Summer (August) City Horsens and Aarhus Learn more en.via.dk/value

Do you want to use and combine business, technical and logistical knowledge, and to use research results in supply chain management and process optimisation?

The Value Chain Management programme provides you with the skills and knowledge needed to manage the way businesses receive raw materials as input, add value to the raw materials through various processes, and sell finished products to customers. You will learn how to analyse, improve, and trans- Ramona Plaude Project Manager, Strategy & form this process in global business environments through Development Department the design of value chains, production planning, and change SR Pack and production management.

With a growing number of international opportunities, the I got the job at SR Pack after doing programme also makes it possible for you to get a unique international profile by spending a semester abroad or by achieving my bachelor thesis for SR Pack. My a Double Diploma. main responsibilities include managing and moving forward different projects Career Profile that are designed to improve internal The Value Chain Management programme qualifies you to work with logistics, planning and coordinating purchasing, produc- processes. This includes developing tion and distribution. You can also work as a project manager as and implementing the Strategy Plan, well as carry out consulting tasks in a company. creating and implementing different tools. Further Education The Value Chain Management programme qualifies you to do a top-up further education for a Master’s degree in Denmark or abroad. For example, it is currently possible to study at Cranfield University in England or Hochschule Offenburg in Germany.

1st semester 2nd semester 3rd semester 4th semester 5th semester 6th semester 7th semester

Market Orient- Market Demand Flow and Value chain Internship Change Bachelor project ed Supply Chain and Production Optimisation optimisation Management and Management Planning Organisational Behaviour

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Fashion Design Duration 2+1½ years (210 ECTS) Branding and Marketing Duration 2+1½ years (210 ECTS) Specialisation within the AP Degree in Design, Technology & Language English Management Language English Business/Bachelor top-up in Design & Business Admission requirements Admission Assignment, Interview, Math C-level Specialisation within the AP Degree in Design, Technology Admission requirements Admission Assignment, Interview, Math C-level Study start September (AP), August (BA) & Business/Bachelor top-up in Design & Business Study start September (AP), August (BA) City Herning City Herning Learn more en.via.dk/design-technology Learn more en.via.dk/design-technology

Do you want to be the creative force behind a Do you want to work professionally with branding collection’s image, outline the flow of the collection and marketing in the fashion and lifestyle and work as a fashion designer? industry, and ensure that new concepts go hand in hand with the values of the brand? The Fashion Design programme focuses on the design of commercial collections for various target groups. The Branding & Marketing Management programme will enable you to develop, plan and implement branding and marketing You will learn how to choose your materials, make use of visual initiatives in both national and international fashion and furni- tools, and how to work with trend research and analysis to ture companies. You will study market conditions, consumer be- create innovative designs. You will also gain valuable insight haviour, trends and currents in order to help companies make Leon Louis Yunru Xu into the business elements of the fashion industry, and you will Fashion Designer sustainable and profitable decisions. Marketing Executive collaborate with our other Design, Technology and Business LEON LOUIS House of Amber programmes in order to get a strong business understanding. Former students have visited fashion and concept development businesses in the USA, taken part in exchange pro- Former students have taken part in the Nordic design competi- My studies really stimulated my grammes with institutions in Australia and China, and partici- Studying at VIA Design was a great tion ‘Designers’ Nest’ in connection with Copenhagen Fashion pated in projects with big fashion and furniture brands. Week, carried out research in Paris and gone on exchanges in creativity and taught me how to experience for me. At present, I really the UK, Italy, Canada, etc. document the various processes that Career Profile enjoy working in my field and making a design goes through from idea to You will typically work with marketing plans, data analyses, good use of the professional knowledge Career Profile production. The programme in Fashion design briefs, PR activities, visual execution and budgetary that I learnt from being at VIA and in As a designer, you are part of the entire design process. You planning on domestic or international markets. will work closely with pattern designers and play a role in sales Design also involved many forms of Denmark. Being creative, passionate meetings, photo shoots and PR activities. interdisciplinary collaborations. The BA Further Education and positive is my life choice. I believe definitely provided me with the tools There are a number of possibilities for further education in Den- that knowledge can create anything and Further Education necessary to create a collection. mark or abroad. For instance, previous students have gone on everything. There are a number of possibilities for further education. For to study a Master of Science in Digital Design and Communica- example, previous students have applied to Royal College of tion at IT University of Copenhagen. Art as well as University of Westminster for a Master’s in Mens- wear.

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Design, Busi- Speciality Internship Speciality Speciality Common Electives, spe- Design, Busi- Speciality Internship Speciality Speciality Common Electives, spe- ness and Tech- courses & speciality courses, elec- courses and courses and ciality courses ness and Tech- courses & speciality courses, elec- courses and courses and ciality courses nology common courses tives and final common internship and Bachelor nology common courses tives and final common internship and Bachelor courses exam project courses project courses exam project courses project

AP in Design, BA in Design Admission Admission AP in Design, BA in Design Technology & Business Admission Admission assignment assignment Technology & Business & Business assignment assignment & Business

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Civil Engineering Duration 3½ years (210 ECTS) Climate and Supply Engineering Duration 3½ years (210 ECTS) Bachelor of Engineering Language English Bachelor of Engineering Language English Admission requirements Math A-level, Physics B-level, Chemistry C-level Admission requirements Math A-level, Physics B-level, Chemistry C-level Study start Summer (August) Study start Summer (August) City Horsens City Horsens Learn more en.via.dk/civil Learn more en.via.dk/supply

Do you want a sound understanding of the entire Do you want to be at the forefront of developing building process – including technical, financial and solutions for a more sustainable future? Do you want legal aspects? to help protect cities from being flooded and secure a clean water supply for the world’s population? The Civil Engineering programme provides you with the skills and knowledge needed to manage structural calculations, The Climate & Supply Engineering programme will provide you drawings, soil mechanics, road calculations, etc. The flexibility of with the theoretical and practical tools needed to become a the programme and the variety of electives allow you to create Supply Engineer in water, waste water or district heating supply. an individual degree that will prepare you for a desirable career. Through years of carrying out research and development in the Klodjana Saraci Konstantin Krasnopjorov Intern, Department of Water With our wide range of attractive international partnerships and Structural Engineer field, VIA’s faculty is highly specialised and will offer you the and Natural Resources Double Diploma opportunities, the Civil Engineering programme latest knowledge and skills. COWI A/S Rambøll at VIA makes it possible for students to create their own unique study profile and gain valuable international experience. The degree programme is designed to allow you to work with Today, I get to work with the design relevant engineering tasks from the utility industry from day I am currently an intern at Rambøll in Career Profile one. In all semesters you will work on a cross-disciplinary pro- What civil engineers do is to understand the big picture in a of underground metro stations, shafts, ject that combines the different subjects taught during the the Department of Water and Natural wide variety of areas, including bridge or road construction, ramps and cut and cover tunnels. At semester. Resources. I am already given a lot of harbour construction, planning and design of constructions for present, I am involved in the design of responsibility and becoming involved residential, commercial and industrial purposes, geothermal or the Copenhagen metro extension at Career Profile in tasks that are relevant to my studies solar heat. With a Bachelor’s degree in supply engineering you will be a spe- Sydhavnen. cialist in water, wastewater or district heating management, such as geology courses. Some of Graduates of civil engineering have a great number of job areas that are prioritised all over the world. As the global popula- the tasks I am working on involves opportunities. Most civil engineers are employed by entrepre- tion and cities are growing, the effects of climate change require groundwater and fieldwork, data neurs, consulting engineering firms, turnkey contractors or new solutions. processing and ArcMap software. local authorities. The study programme will also equip you to start your own company. Danish companies are leading in these fields and exciting career possibilities are waiting for you in Denmark as well Further Education as internationally. When you graduate as a Civil Engineer from VIA University College, you will have an excellent opportunity for further Further Education education on a Master’s level abroad as well as in Denmark, When you graduate as a Supply Engineer, you will have op- for example at Aalborg University. 6th semester portunities to continue with a Master’s degree in Denmark or abroad. Specialisation: Infrastructure st nd rd th th th 1 semester 2 semester 3 semester 4 semester 5 semester Specialisation: 7 semester Structural 1st semester 2nd semester 3rd semester 4th semester 5th semester 6th semester 7th semester Building project: Civil works pro- Building Civil works Internship Design Bachelor project Sports hall/ ject: Highway project: Office project: Urban and specialisa- Multi Centre around Horsens building intersection tion courses Soil and Water Climate and En- Process Supply and Dis- Internship Specialisation Specialisation upgrade Specialisation: vironment Engineering tribution courses: Water, courses and Sustainable Waste water or Bachelor project Energy Design District Heat- ing supply Specialisation: BA in Civil Construction Engineering Management and Geotechni- BA in Climate & cal Engineering Supply Engineering r

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Global Business Engineering Duration 4½ years (270 ECTS) Software Technology Engineering Duration 3½ years (210 ECTS) Bachelor of Engineering Language English Bachelor of Engineering Language English Admission requirements English A-level, Math B-level, foreign language C-level Admission requirements Math A-level, Physics B-level Study start Summer (August) Study start Summer (August) and winter (February) City Horsens and Aarhus City Horsens Learn more en.via.dk/global Learn more en.via.dk/ict

Do you want to build bridges between people from The Software Technology Engineering programme different professions? is the IT programme of the future, teaching you all you need to know about programming, system The Global Business Engineering programme will provide you development, basic electronics, databases, algo- with the knowledge needed to design and implement technical rithms and responsive web design. solutions while also learning how to sell and market products and services across the world. The Software Technology Engineering programme has four unique tracks: The programme aims to reflect the real world, and the individual courses are linked to multidisciplinary projects where you Ruxandra Rafa - Data Engineering Consultant, Project and Vihren Petrov work in teams. Portfolio Management, Focus on AI, machine learning and big data Systems Engineer - Interactive Media Rambøll Systematic The programme consists of approximately two thirds of engi- Concepts such as innovation, gamification and user expe- neering subjects and one third of business and language sub- rience along with system development across different jects. For the engineering subjects, you can choose to focus platforms After working for Siemens Wind Power - AR/VR – Augmented and Virtual Reality At Systematic no two days are the on Software Engineering or on Mechanical Engineering and for Courses include for instance digital animation production, same, as I have plenty of responsibilities languages you can choose between French, German, Spanish A/S, I moved on to a new position at basic AR/VR technologies, sensors and displays for digital and Danish as your second language. Rambøll in Copenhagen. I am currently besides writing code. Although software immersion, game design and production stationed at Ørsted, the largest energy - Internet-of-Things development takes up most of my Career Profile company in Denmark and a frontrunner Courses include wireless computing, basic electronics, re- time, there are plenty of other tasks You will get a global mindset and become excellently quali- al-time and embedded programming, as well as electronics to take care of – from setting up test fied to act as the connection between technical specialists and in green energy transformation. It is my used to interface micro-controllers with a number of sensors environments, to resolving pressing management in job positions as e.g. project manager, global responsibility to support the project and actuators business developer, sales engineer, etc. organisation of large offshore wind issues, to supporting customers that assets in development in the US market. Career Profile need help with the product. Further Education This programme qualifies you to handle business functions Graduates can continue their studies with a Master’s degree such as: Software Engineer, R&D Manager, Software Develop- for instance in Operations and Innovation Management at Aal- er, Embedded Engineer, Database Constructor and Solutions borg University or abroad. Architect.

Further Education When you graduate, you will have an excellent opportunity for 6th semester 7th semester further education on a Master’s level in Denmark. Interactive Electives Media Bachelor Project Specialisation 1st semester 2nd semester 3th semester 4th semester 5th semester Internet 1st semester 2nd semester 3rd semester 4th semester 5th semester 6th semester 7th semester 8th semester 9th semester Single User Client Server Heterogenous Internet of Internship Electives Systems Systems Systems Things of Things Bachelor Project Specialisation Core Core Core and Core and Core and Studies Core Internship Electives engineering, engineering, specialisa- specialisa- specialisation abroad or courses, and Bachelor business and business and tion courses tion courses courses specialisation electives and project Data Engineering Electives communica- communica- (Software En- (Software En- courses specialisation Specialisation Bachelor Project tion courses tion courses gineering or gineering or courses Mechanical Mechanical Engineering) Engineering) Augmented and Internship Augmented and Electives Virtual Reality Virtual Reality Bachelor Project BA in Global Specialisation Specialisation Business Engineering BA in Software Technology Engineering r

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Materials Science Engineering Duration 3½ years (210 ECTS) Mechanical Engineering Duration 3½ years (210 ECTS) Bachelor of Engineering Language English Bachelor of Engineering Language English Admission requirements Math B-level, Physics B-level, Chemistry C-level Admission requirements Math A-level, Physics B-level, Chemistry C-level Study start Summer (August) Study start Summer (August) City Herning City Horsens Learn more en.via.dk/materials-science Learn more en.via.dk/mechanical

Do you want to obtain broad knowledge of the ex- Expand & realize your creativity through real life isting materials and processing technology in the engineering? Solve challenges in a process involv- textile and plastics industry? ing both social and economic conditions as well as work-related and environmental conditions? The Materials Science Engineering programme is a unique programme in material technology that will be your first step to- In a process based on a combination of engineering skills, wards getting a key position in the textile and plastics business. mechanical engineers create ideas, as well as develop and design new products. As a mechanical engineer you will not only The programme at VIA will provide you with broad knowledge Mathias K. Winther work with cutting edge technological developments, you will Product Development of materials and processes in the textile and plastics business. build knowledge and tools that enable you to influence progress. Foreman, Textile Engineer Andrzej Stupakowski You will get a deep understanding of new, innovative materials Project Engineer Thygesen & Birk that make textiles more durable and adjust to body tempera- The Mechanical Engineering programme will get you up to speed FABRICS A/S DIS tures and you will study new blends of materials and surface with current technological developments and give you the know- treatments. Finally, you will also get an insight into state-of-the- ledge and tools to influence the technology of the future. You art technology used in the production lines of the textile and Working in product development, I will work on projects in close cooperation with companies in the I work at DIS (Danish Engineering plastics business. use the skills and knowledge from my fields of industry, automation, energy, and environment. Services) in the Calculation Team. My This knowledge will enable you to optimize technical, financial education to reach the best possible The programme qualifies graduates to perform work functions, responsibilities cover calculations of and production aspects in companies in the industry. solution within the limitations of the where the main objectives are product development and mechanical and mechatronic systems assignment. When a customer has construction of machines and systems, with an option of a in general. My main tasks are to validate Career Profile specialisation in 1) Intelligent Mechanics, 2) Polymers and As a materials engineer, you can choose from various job specific needs, I am able to transfer these composites or 3) Sustainable Energy. the structural integrity of various functions such as product development, quality or project specifications into adjustments in the systems using Finite Element Method management, research and purchasing of new materials and production process, to create a satisfying Career Profile and to design components in CAD products, as well as sales and consulting on materials and product. These skills, and a broad There are several job opportunities in Denmark and abroad, programs. processes. including Design Engineer, Development Engineer, Project Man- knowledge on materials and processes, ager, Product Manager, Production Manager and Energy Con- Further Education make me an asset to the company. sultant. The study programme provides access to relevant Master’s degree programmes in Denmark or abroad, such as cand. polyt. Further Education at the University of Aarhus in Herning. You can further your studies with a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at Aarhus or Aalborg University, or attend a Master’s programme at a university abroad. You can also take a Diploma degree in management.

Mentoring Programme With our unique mentor arrangement, you will become part of Real life experience a company from the 4th semester. 1st semester 2nd semester 3rd semester 4th semester 5th semester 6th semester 7th semester

1st semester 2nd semester 3rd semester 4th semester 5th semester 6th semester 7th semester Product Develop- Engineering with Machine Design Business- Internship Specialisation Bachelor project, ment and Design focus on and Electrical oriented and elective specialisation of Mechanical Analytical Meth- Drive Development courses and elective Basic subjects Basic subjects Basic subjects Basic subjects Internship Specialty Specialty subjects, Equipment ods Techniques courses and projects and projects and projects and electives subjects and electives and electives Bachelor project

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ACCOMMODATION

Accommodation

Aarhus Herning Horsens The many student accom- At VIA Campus Herning, you As a student at VIA Campus modations in Aarhus are have many options of finding Horsens, you can apply for a flat managed by Ungdoms- both good and cheap accom- at the Campus Student Village, bolig Aarhus, which is a modation including: located right next to campus. You partnership of Kollegiekon- – Birk Campus (Students’ can also choose to apply for an toret in Aarhus, housing as- Village), only a few minu- apartment in the ’youth city’ of sociations in Aarhus and the tes’ walk from the school. Kamtjatka. Kamtjatka has room majority of the city’s inde- Birk College consists of for 300 students and is located pendent colleges. approx. 250 high-quality near the centre of Horsens. flats of various sizes and A lot of international prices. Read more about the apartments students live in Skjoldhøj- – Tietgensgade in the centre at drosselbo.com or contact kollegiet and in Ravnsbjerg of Herning. There are 84 Drosselbo at: Kollegiet situated in the flats for young people in [email protected] western and the southern the area; these flats are part of the city, respectively. also of a high quality, and of Other accomodation options: These dormitories are both different sizes and prices. visit boligportalen.dk/en furnished and at affordable prices. Be sure to sign up to the student accommodation waiting Be sure to apply in good time list lejehuset.dk – even before receiving your – even before receiving your letter of admission – as letter of admission. As an ex- accommodation is always in tra service, international stu- great demand in Aarhus. dents can apply through the commuter system. Please For more information, please contact the international co- visit Ungdomsbolig Aarhus’ ordinator at VIA Design for website: further information. studenthousingaarhus.com Read more about your op- Other accomodation options: tions on our website en.via.dk visit boligportalen.dk/en Other accomodation options: visit boligportalen.dk/en International Bachelor’s Degree Programmes VIA University College International Bachelor’s Degree Programmes VIA University College 29 ADMISSION ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS REQUIREMENTS

Admission Requirements

General Admission General Requirements in English Language If you have not passed one How to Convert the Danish ABC Levels Math Requirements for Civil Engineering, Climate Requirements For all full degree international programmes except the of the internationally recog- The Danish A, B or C levels refer to a number of hours of tuition & Supply Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Software VIA University College Global Business Engineering programme, VIA University nized English tests, you received in the particular subject during the final 3 years of Technology Engineering and Materials Science accepts applications from College can only accept international students with docu- may take our own English secondary school. The table below shows how many hours The number of hours in Mathematics provide evidence of an students who have at least mentation of one of the following levels in English: test. Please see our website (60 minutes) of lessons, we require international students to advanced level corresponding to a Danish A-level. However, as 12 years of combined primary en.via.dk or contact VIA Lan- document: a student of Civil Engineering, Climate & Supply Engineering, and secondary education IELTS An average band score of 6.5 guage Assessment Centre: Mechanical Engineering or Software Technology Engineering, with a diploma from an ac- [email protected] to find out Subject Level Hours of instruction you must also fill in a form documenting which topics were in- TOEFL Internet-based 83 credited secondary school. when the next test will take Math A 375 cluded in your secondary school mathematics syllabus. Even For more information, see TOEFL Paper-based Reading – 19-23 place. All tests will take place English A 335 though you can document the required number of hours in our website en.via.dk Listening – 20-23 at VIA Campus Horsens. Mathematics, your syllabus will determine your admission. If Math B 250 Writing – 24-26 Applicants who are native your syllabus does not cover a sufficient number of topics list- Please be aware that some Speaking – 20-22 speakers or with secondary Business ed in the form, you may either not be admitted or be required to of our programmes have a education from the UK, Aus- Economics B 225 participate in a two-week compulsory mathematics course at limited number of seats and Cambridge ESOL tests C1 Advanced, min. grade C on tralia, the USA, Canada and Physics B 200 VIA University College before study start. additional admission crite- the Cambridge English scale New Zealand are exempted English B 210 ria may therefore apply. from any English tests. Requirements for VIA Design Programmes (AP + BA top-up) B2 First, min. grade A on the Chemistry C 75 Admission assignment Cambridge English scale Go to our programme pages Applicants from Iceland, Nor- Math C 125 When you apply you are required to make one admission as- at en.via.dk/programmes to High school English, Minimum average grade score 3 way, Sweden and Finland are signment for each of your priorities. The admission assignment stay updated on the entry level B (see table p 29) furthermore exempted from Please find required levels on the programme pages. for international students can be downloaded from our website. requirements. the English test. Their high Deadline and further details can be found in the assignment. school diploma will be con- As documentation, you must fill in a verification form that must You can see examples of last intake’s assignments online. Bachelor of Global Business Engineering programme English verted to Danish grade le- be signed and stamped by your school. The form can be found proficiency requirement: Only English level A (see table p 29) vels and they will then be in the enrolment section of our programmes pages at Skype interview with a passing grade of 02 or higher is applicable. assessed and admitted ac- en.via.dk/programmes. When you have successfully applied for the AP or BA top-up cording to the requirements degree programme at VIA Design, submitted the application for Danish applicants. form and admission assignment, you may receive an invitation for a Skype interview with one of our staff members. For information about credit transfer from a previous or current education, please contact us. Credit transfer is certainly possible, but it re- quires an individual assessment. International Bachelor’s Degree Programmes VIA University College 30

FAQ

How can I apply? Certain international Is VIA ranked? 24/7 access. There are stu- All applications are made on- applicants must also have No, but Danish university col- dent cafés and bars, Maker- line through the Danish ap- a visa in order to study in leges have an official sta- spaces, labs, student incu- plication system KOT and the Denmark. Please remem- tus as research institutions. bators and sport facilities as application form is found at ber to confirm with the local We follow the same scien- well as a variety of social ac- optagelse.dk/admission from Danish embassy or consu- tific standards as traditional tivities and accommodation 1 February - 15 March every late to find more information universities, but focus on ap- close by. year. about the specific rules. plied research. For more information please What are the Students from outside the contact the Danish Immigra- In terms of accreditation, VIA general study costs? EU/EEA must submit appli- tion Service: is a member of the European You should expect to spend cations so that they are re- newtodenmark.dk Association for Quality As- approximately EUR 800-900 ceived no later than 15 March surance in Higher Education per month on expenses such (for August intake) or 15 Oc- Do I have to pay tuition fee? (ENQA) and holds a Qualifi- as accommodation expen- tober (for February intake). Citizens of EU and EEA cation Certificate from the ses, books, materials etc. countries as well as citizens People’s Republic of China. Students from an EU/EEA of Norway, Iceland and VIA is also Denmark’s only Can I get a student job? country must submit appli- Liechtenstein are exempt accredited institution by the Many students choose to cations so that they are re- from tuition fee payments Chartered Institute of Ar- have a student job while they ceived no later than 15 March whether they are full degree chitectural Technologists study to earn extra money. (for August intake) or 15 Ja- or exchange students. (CIAT). Students often find unskilled nuary (for February intake). work such as cleaning, distri- Refugees or immigrants Do you offer an bution of newspapers, etc., Please note that applications living in Denmark with a introduction programme? but it can take up to one year from non-EU citizens will be permanent residence permit Getting off to a good start is to find a student job, so re- processed only after the pay- are also exempt. crucial. Therefore, our intro- member to bring enough ment of a 100 Euro applica- duction programme includes funds for the first semesters. tion fee has been received. Anyone else who enrolls as a thorough introduction to a full degree and exchange the school, the study Do you offer Danish Do I need a VISA student at VIA is required programme, and the campus language classes? or a residence permit? to pay tuition for the pro- city. We also have tutors and VIA strongly encourages all Foreign citizens must have a gramme in which they enroll. social events to help you get international students to valid residence permit and a An estimated tuition fee for to know your fellow students. learn Danish. Therefore, you Danish civil registration num- full degree programme can enroll in Danish language ber to live and study in Den- ranges from EUR EUR What services are classes in all our campus ci- mark. We are happy to help 10,800 to 15,000 annually available on campus? ties. Typically, the language you with this at the begin- depending on the choice of All of VIA’s eight campuses classes will be in the evening. ning of your studies. programme. offer modern facilities and Aarhus Herning Horsens VIA University College VIAVIA University University College College VIA University CollegeCollege VIA University College Campus Aarhus C CampusCampus Herning Horsens Campus HerningHorsens Campus Aarhus C Ceresbyen nr. 24 BirkChr. Centerpark M. Oestergaards 5 Vej 4 Chr.Birk CenterparkM. Oestergaards 5 Vej 4 Ceresbyen 24 DK-8000 Aarhus C DK-74008700 Horsens Herning DK-87007400 Herning Horsens 8000 Aarhus C T: +45 87 55 00 10 T:Denmark +45 87 55 05 00 T:Denmark +45 87 55 00 20 Denmark E: erhverv.int.national@via. E:T: erhverv.int.national@via. +45 87 55 00 20 E:T: +45erhverv.int.national@via. 87 55 05 00 T: +45 87 55 00 00 dk dkE: [email protected] dkE: [email protected] E: [email protected] en.via.dk en.via.dk en.via.dk 9111 - lens - 08-19