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Students don't seem to care if it's theft: »Textbooks are ridiculously expensive«

More than half of all students have had illegal pirated copies of textbooks. In the end, they risk fines and a criminal record. But that doesn’t stop students from engaging in the illegal practice.

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Politics

Heading to the US? Check your devices, says rector

Trump administration’s policies cause uncertainty over funding, collaboration and travel. Rector outlines how University of Copenhagen staff should respond.

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Politics

Danish universities are missing climate targets — the University of Copenhagen included

Emission cuts are stagnating — University of Copenhagen may have to reconsider its climate target, says dean.

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Politics

Expensive IT project leaves Danish universities in limbo

A new IT system that is to transform study programme administration at Danish universities will finally begin its rollout in the summer of 2026. Until then, the University of Copenhagen manages with 1990s-era technology.

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Opinion

Save you a seat at our global health film festival?

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Working environment

Older staff want to keep working — but lose heart amid constant upheaval

Older employees want to stay in the workforce — but give up after endless restructurings, says UCPH associate professor

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Campus

Danish pop icon Medina to headline biggest party at UCPH

Don't forget to block off Friday 23 May for the university’s big annual bash

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Education

University of Copenhagen eyes broader intake as applicants opt for quota 2 process

Vice-provost Rie Snekkerup welcomes higher applicant numbers on the quota 2 system, as they often bring experience and contribute to a more diverse student population.

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Culture

Dental divides: Politics and history of teeth on show at Medical Museion

Medical Museion opens a special exhibition on teeth, revealing how the state of our mouths connects to body, class and identity.

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People

Copenhagen economist mingles with Nobel laureate’s inner circle in Chicago

UCPH associate professor Jeanet Sinding Bentzen was part of an exclusive group invited to Nobel laureate James Robinson’s global gathering in Chicago.

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