Can you find Aarhus? What about Copenhagen? What country does Denmark border to the south? What seas are to Denmark's East and West? These are all good things to know, regardless of whether you choose to go to Denmark this Fall semester through our exchange program. But it's particularly useful if you do... (Aarhus is in the southern part of the orange-colored Aarhus region)
To go or not to go?
Do you remember from high school where Shakespeare's Hamlet is set? Yup, in the Danish castle you see in the picture to the right.
Do you know where the oldest monarchy in the West is? You guessed it.
Do you know what European country was first to abolish slavery? My, you're on a roll today!
And most importantly, where did Lego come from? That's right, from the Danes.
Do you know where the oldest monarchy in the West is? You guessed it.
Do you know what European country was first to abolish slavery? My, you're on a roll today!
And most importantly, where did Lego come from? That's right, from the Danes.
The Danes (within a month you'll fit right in)
So if you go to Denmark, what should you expect? Most likely you won't be going there to play with legos, right? (Though that's certainly an option...) So let's learn a little about the host city, shall we?
Known as both the City of Smiles and the City of Cafés, Aarhus is a heavily student-populated city. It's the second-largest city in Denmark after the capital, Copenhagen, and it's situated by the sea. Undoubtedly you'll be busy meeting people and sitting around in cafes discussing the meaning of life and love, but you'll probably also find the time to visit a few sights. So check out this page with a list of Aarhus attractions. From the Old Town to castles to museums, this list should keep you busy for some time.
And if you're even the slightest bit disappointed that you won't be living in the capital, there's no need to worry! A train will take you there in three hours, and this way, during the week you won't be as exposed to the hordes of tourists that flock to Copenhagen. This New York Times page has a list of travel articles on Copenhagen. Also, take a look at the State Department's site to get a thorough background on Denmark.
What about the Danish School of Journalism, your host institution? If you'd like to learn about the program, see our page. And if you want to learn about the university, check out these links and decide for yourself whether it's a good place to go or not. (This one, this one and this one.)
Known as both the City of Smiles and the City of Cafés, Aarhus is a heavily student-populated city. It's the second-largest city in Denmark after the capital, Copenhagen, and it's situated by the sea. Undoubtedly you'll be busy meeting people and sitting around in cafes discussing the meaning of life and love, but you'll probably also find the time to visit a few sights. So check out this page with a list of Aarhus attractions. From the Old Town to castles to museums, this list should keep you busy for some time.
And if you're even the slightest bit disappointed that you won't be living in the capital, there's no need to worry! A train will take you there in three hours, and this way, during the week you won't be as exposed to the hordes of tourists that flock to Copenhagen. This New York Times page has a list of travel articles on Copenhagen. Also, take a look at the State Department's site to get a thorough background on Denmark.
What about the Danish School of Journalism, your host institution? If you'd like to learn about the program, see our page. And if you want to learn about the university, check out these links and decide for yourself whether it's a good place to go or not. (This one, this one and this one.)
You should find lots of these in Denmark
Now hold your horses before you buy a ticket! It's good to be excited, but don't be rash! First, check out this Frommer's Denmark slideshow and this Danish pop video.
And, of course, remember that the deadline to apply is April 5. Click here to learn how to apply.
by Fedor Zarkhin
And, of course, remember that the deadline to apply is April 5. Click here to learn how to apply.
by Fedor Zarkhin
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