The University of Southern Denmark- an introduction

Outline of the PresentationGeneral introductionFacts and figuresMission and VisionResearchProgrammes of study and studentsInternationalisationCollaboration with the business worldOctober 2009*

Objectives of the universityConduct research Offer research-based educationExchange knowledge and competencies with societyContribute to promoting growth, welfare and development in society.October 2009*

History of the university1998. The University of Southern Denmark is formed in a merger betweenOdense University (established in 1966)Odense University LibrarySouthern Denmark School of Business and EngineeringUniversity Centre of Southern Jutland

2004. Merger between the University of Southern Denmark and Department of Border Region Studies, Aabenraa (IFG)

2006. Merger between the University of Southern Denmark andDanish Centre of Rural Research and Development, Esbjerg (CFUL) Odense University College of Engineering, Odense (IOT)

2007. Merger between the University of Southern Denmark andNational Institute of Public Health, Copenhagen (SIF)Business School Centre, Slagelse (HHC) Research Unit of Maritime Medicine, Esbjerg (FMM)

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Faculties and campusesOctober 2009*

Faculty ofOdenseKoldingEsbjergSnderborg / FlensburgSlagelseCopenhagenHealth SciencesScienceEngineeringSocial SciencesHumanities

OrganisationIndependent state institution.A comprehensive university.First Danish university with decentralised campus structure. Board of Representatives with 40 members.The Board of Directors consists of 9 members:5 external members2 students1 faculty member1 staff

Everyday top management (appointed by the Board of Directors):Vice-ChancellorPro-Vice-Chancellor University Director

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Facts and figures 2008October 2009*

Income statementmill. mill. Income 276Education102Research, basic funding, state subsidies81Research, external funding65Other income28Expenditure277Rent and other operating expenses 41Staff costs172Other costs64

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Facts and figures 2008October 2009*

Assetsmill. Debtsmill. Fixed assets70Net capital58Current assets114Liabilities126Assets in total184Debts in total184

StaffAnnual full time equivalentAcademic staff1,617Administrative staff1,265Total2,882

Overall expenditure, including construction costs (mill. )October 2009*

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October 2009*Research, external funding (mill. )External grants from funds, research councils, private corporations etc.

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Mission StatementTo deliver research, teaching and the dissemination of knowledgeto the very highest standardas a shared endeavouron the basis of a strong academic environment that is highly reputed for its interdisciplinary and innovative qualities.October 2009*

Vision StatementThe ultimate goal of the University of Southern Denmark is to be the university of choice for students, staff and collaborating partners, at both national and international levels.

We aim to achieve this by ensuring the highest possible standards.October 2009*

Vision Statement, studentsOur students develop academic competencies and personal skills in an inspiring and innovative learning environment. Teaching is of the highest quality in terms of both academic level and pedagogical methods. Our degree programmes are revised and upgraded on an ongoing basis to reflect national and global requirements.

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Vision Statement, collaborating partnersOur collaborating partners know that graduates from the University of Southern Denmark are exceptionally well-qualified to further and understand social development and change. We are a university which researchers from within Denmark and abroad wish to cooperate with. Both the private and the public sectors engage in a vigorous and innovative exchange of information and insights with the University, and make a substantial contribution to our research and dissemination activities.October 2009*

Vision Statement, staffOur staff are highly qualified in their respective fields of expertise. Together they create what is recognised as an energetic and innovative working environment. In a community characterised by a strong sense of reciprocal trust, all University staff are committed to pursuing excellence in research, teaching and dissemination practices. The high quality of our research makes the University of Southern Denmark a well-regarded partner in collaborative initiatives.October 2009*

SDUs ValuesInnovative Responding creatively to both routine duties and new challengesTrustworthyApplying reliable skills and competences; engaging openly in discussion InclusiveSharing objectives while recognising diversityOctober 2009*

The defining characteristics of SDUAn internationally oriented, regionally rooted university with research and teaching capabilities at the highest level in several citiesFocus on international aspects of education and researchA broad selection of degree programmes - both classic university subjects and new areas of education, often at the interface between the traditional academic fields.Quality assurance of all degree programmesAn efficient interplay between the university and the other parts of the educational systemA well-developed tradition of collaborating with the surrounding society, including the researchers disseminating their knowledge to the surrounding society.Close collaboration with partners in Northern Germany through the project "Videnregion Syddanmark Schleswig-HolsteinOctober 2009*

Performance contract 2008-2010University of Southern Denmark and Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation

Development of the university's special research competences: Media & Communication Health & Life Sciences Technology & Management WelfareOctober 2009*

October 2009*Plans for new buildings, Odense, CampusvejAdministration (postponed): 1.580 m2SAMF: 4.280 m2NAT/BMB: 2.060 m2Edu rooms (not a tower): 4.500 m2NAT (awaiting): 3.330 m2Idrttens hus: 3.500 m2Edu rooms: 2.000 m2 *TEK: 20.000 m2 ** More m2 than originally plannedNew SUND: 40.000 m2New OUH: 212.000 m2

Construction plans, Odense at CampusvejAgreedMove TEK from NBA 1Expand SDU, Campusvej

PlansMove OUHMove SUND from WPInfra-structureOctober 2009*

Construction work, KoldingFirst stage Begins spring 2010 Expected date of completion: 2012Area 13,600m280 mill. DKK. excl. VAT

Total construction plan: 33.000m 20,000m university complex13,000m Research ParkParking area

Students at SDU Kolding1,500 full-time900 part-timeOctober 2009*

The university degreesBachelor3 yearsMaster5 yearsPhD8 yearsOctober 2009*

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Good study environmentIntimate teaching environmentWell maintained teaching facilities, incl. labsRecurring teaching environment surveysWide use of ICTE-learningCareer and guidance centre Housing assistanceStudent involvement Alumni network October 2009*

Programmes 2009/10At SDU students are enrolled at 284 different study programmes including minor subjects

SDU offer 191 programmes (42 in English)86 bachelor programmes (15 in English)74 master programmes (27 in English)22 professional master programmes9 diploma programmes (continuing education at the level of BA or MA)andPart time studiesFolkeuniversitetet (The Danish University Extension)October 2009*

Studerende per 01.10.2009October 2009*

FromNumberPercentDenmark 16.551 84%Other Nordic countries750 4%Other European countries (EU/ES) 1.630 8%Outside EU/ES 725 4% I alt19.656100%

Students, totalOctober 2009*2007 incl. IOT 2008 incl. Slagelse

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Students, admission (KOT)(by faculty)October 2009*

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Humanities1217

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SDU and rankingOctober 2009*

Ranking20082009CoversLeiden, Crown indicator18-EuropeShanghai ARWU305303-401The WorldTimes Higher THEQS295300The WorldTaiwan Ranking World Universities226256The World

Collaboration with the business worldAttracting employees through contact with studentsInternship and project collaborationStudent jobsNewly graduatedIndustrial PhDsDeveloping the competencies of the corporation's employeesFurther education (e.g., continuing education at the level of master or bachelor (diploma programmes), courses, and conferences)The University Library at the University of Southern DenmarkRent of conference facilitiesPartnership for the development of products and business areasContact with researchersCommercialisation and licence agreementsScience Ventures Denmark, Ltd.

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Internships, projects, and student jobsOctober 2009*

InternshipProjectsStudent jobDuration2-5 months. (usually starts Feb. and Sep.) 2-6 months.StaffHours per week15-37 hours per week. If applicable, time for classesCollaboration based on meetings (3 to ? meetings)Approx. 8-15 hours per week Work placeThe companyUsually from home The companyTypes of task1 primary task + misc. ad hocCurrent issues or shelved projectsSpecific tasksProfessional focusBroad professional focusNarrow professional focusBroad professional focusCosts for the companyFree (possibly some costs to cover)Free (possibly some costs to cover)Approx. 105 -130 DKK per hour

Science Ventures Denmark LtdBuys or licenses technologies from research institutions Innovation and development in collaboration with companies and investors 100% owned by the University of Southern DenmarkShareholder in Energi Invest Fyn Ltd and Syddansk Innovation Ltd Collaboration partnersCompanies with a need for research-based innovation and development Industrial investors, other investors e.g., innovation environments or business angles and research institutions Entrepreneurs seeking collaboration with the university and financing which leads towards the formation of new companiesOctober 2009*

Thanks for your attentionMore information at WWW.SDU.DKOctober 2009*

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