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Applications 2025

05.07.2025

Strong interest in SDU's education programmes

Despite new admission requirements, SDU is experiencing an overall increase in applications. The university's education programmes are attracting great interest from Danish and international applicants, and new programmes such as Psychology in Esbjerg are attracting record numbers of applicants.

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26.06.2025

SDU has been awarded the EU鈥檚 HR Excellence in Research Award

The University of Southern Denmark has now officially been awarded the EU's HR Excellence in Research Award. This emphasises SDU's commitment to creating the best possible environment for researchers

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RANKING 2025

25.06.2025

SDU moves up in recognised ranking list

The University of Southern Denmark moves up to its highest ranking ever at number 303 on the recognised ranking list from QS. This places SDU fourth best among Universities Denmark, where SDU has also delivered the biggest improvement compared to last year.

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Sapere Aude 2025

24.06.2025

SDU researchers receive prestigious Sapere Aude grants

Four excellent researchers from SDU have been awarded DKK 6 million from Independent Research Fund Denmark for groundbreaking research in quantum technology, solar cells, heart disease and the deep sea. Read more about their projects.

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New education

18.06.2025

New degree programmes in dentistry and dental hygiene at the University of Southern Denmark

The political decision to establish degree programmes in dentistry and dental hygiene 51本色 meets the need for more dental specialists to strengthen the healthcare sector of the Region of Southern Denmark and to ensure better dental care for its citizens.

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Award

23.05.2025

Prestigious European price for Danish innovation programme

Europe needs to invest more in research and innovation to cope with global competition. Spin-outs Denmark is already underway and supports young researchers in translating their research into solutions that benefit society. The programme - run by the eight Danish universities - has been awarded the ASTP Impact Awards.

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Health technology

30.04.2025

MedTech Odense awards first millions for development of cutting-edge health technology

Every year, approximately 200,000 patients in Denmark undergo an ultrasound examination of the heart in connection with suspected or known heart disease. The need is increasing and is expected to grow in the future due to more patients. This societal challenge requires new solutions. MedTech Odense is therefore awarding a grant of DKK 14 million for a visionary and interdisciplinary project between the University of Southern Denmark and Odense University Hospital. This project will automate the examination process and has the potential to develop cutting-edge health technology with even broader applications in the healthcare system.

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SDU Vejle

08.04.2025

New IT and STEM Programmes Approved for SDU Vejle

Eight new IT and STEM programs will lay the foundations for an international research and education environment at the new campus.

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Donation

13.03.2025

Henning G. Kruse Foundation donates landmark building in Esbjerg to SDU

On 1 May 2025, the Henning G. Kruse Foundation will transfer the landmark property at S忙dding Strandvej 18 in Esbjerg to the University of Southern Denmark. The building was previously the private residence of pioneer and businessman Henning G. Kruse and has been owned by the Henning G. Kruse Foundation since his death in 2022. Now the building will be used for research and development activities.

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Admission

11.03.2025

Why SDU is raising its grade requirement to 7.0 for bachelor鈥檚 programmes

The University of Southern Denmark (SDU) is in the midst of a transformation. The goal is to create even more value through excellent research and outstanding graduates. The grade requirement for prospective students is now increasing.

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