Society, politics and economics at University of Copenhagen

Society, Politics and Economics at University of Copenhagen

The University of Copenhagen offers a range of degree programmes that focus on understanding and analysing societal structures and human behaviour. 

Society

On Anthropology, you can study humans’ culture, behaviour and social interactions across different societies. You will learn how to analyse human relations and cultural patterns, which makes this programme excellent for those who want to work with social analysis, cultural dissemination or in an NGO.

European Ethnology offers a broad understanding of culture and everyday life in both a historical and present-day perspective. The programme focuses on how traditions, lifestyles and identities are shaped and evolved, and it qualifies you to work in the cultural sector, museums or research.

If you want to work with public health and health promotion, Public Health  is a good choice. You will learn about epidemiology, health policy and how to improve public health through research and practical initiatives.

On Sociology, you will acquire tools to understand and analyse social structures, inequalities and social movements. The programme is ideal for those who want to work with social research, political analysis or in the public sector.

 Psychology will give you insights into human behaviour, cognition and emotional reactions. The programme is relevant for those who dream of being a psychologist, therapist or mental-health researcher.

If you are interested in learning, teaching and upbringing, studying Education is an option. The programme explores different pedagogical theories and methods and prepares you for a career in teaching, educational planning or as a consultant in the educational sector.

History offers in-depth understanding of the societies of the past and their development. You will learn how to analyse historical sources and put them into context, which will give you qualifications to work as a historian, teacher or in the cultural sector.

Natural Resources focuses on sustainable natural resource management and society's interaction with the environment. The programme gives you insight into ecosystems, agriculture and climate change, which makes it relevant for those who want to work with environmental protection, nature management or as a consultant in the green sector.

Politics

The University of Copenhagen offers degree programmes for those interested in politics, legal systems and public administration. Political Science gives you a profound understanding of political systems, public administration and international relations. The programme prepares you for a career in political analysis, consultancy or as an official in both national and international organisations.

Law focuses on the role of legislation in society and how laws are made, interpreted and applied. The programme gives you the necessary legal skills to work as a lawyer, judge or in public administration.

Social Studies offers a wide range of topics within politics, economics and social structures. The programme is ideal for those who want a deeper understanding of society’s dynamics and who dream of working with teaching, political consultancy or public policy.

Economics

The economics programmes at the University of Copenhagen combine economic theory and practical skills that are necessary to understand and influence economic systems. Economics gives you a thorough understanding of economic principles, financial markets and economic policy. The programme is relevant for those who want to work as an economist, financial analyst or adviser in the private or public sector.

If you want to combine economic knowledge with mathematical tools, we offer the Mathematics-Economics where you will learn how to use mathematical models to solve complex economic issues. The programme is ideal for those who want to work with quantitative analysis, economic research or risk management.

Actuarial Mathematics combines mathematics and economics to assess risks and uncertainty in the financial sector. The programme prepares you for a career in insurance, financial analysis or as an actuary.

On Computer Science and Economics, you can combine computer-science tools with economic theories to develop advanced IT solutions for economic issues. This interdisciplinary programme is for those who want to work with big data, financial technology or developing economic models.

Environmental and Food Economy combines economics with environmental and food science to understand and solve problems within environmental management and food production. The programme is ideal for those who want to work with environmental policy, sustainable food production or as an economist in the green sector.