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On 22 April, scientists all over the globe will march in co-ordinated protests in 394 cities. Ian Bearden, a physicist and professor at UCPH, is organising the march in Copenhagen because he wants his children to inherit a liveable planet.
Philosophy at the University of Copenhagen has jumped up 17 places to a 29th spot on the QS World University Rankings 2017. Section head says a long-term strategic commitment has made the department more visible in international research environments
Do you think it is a cause for concern that politicians ignore scientific facts when they make decisions? Then you have the chance to make your voice heard by protesting on 22 April
Minister for Research Søren Pind has invited representatives from the country's universities and research foundations to a meeting. They are to discuss a strategy and vision for Danish research.
The Danish Building and Property Agency blames the now sacked subcontractor for the indefinite postponement of the DKK 1.6 billion Niels Bohr Building at the University of Copenhagen. UCPH director and dean predict that the delay will be costly.
Things are moving in the right direction for the quality of PhDs in Denmark. This is according to supervisors and a group of international reviewers who took part in a large study of the PhD programmes’ quality and relevance.
In the beginning of January, adjustments were made to the education cap. Students are now able to study for a new free university degree six years after their final exam. According to the Minister for Higher Education and Science, Søren Pind, the new agreement will affect almost a thousand students.
Charlotte Schmidt Frandsen produces theater shows in Funen and studies in Copenhagen.
The University of Copenhagen is to find two new board members, but the question is whether they can make it before the Minister for Higher Education and Science has a new law adopted giving him more power over the process.
