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Minister for Higher Education and Science Christina Egelund has appointed Anders Langballe as special advisor.

60,034 applicants have been offered a place in higher education. Admissions to Nursing, Social Education, Social Work and Teaching are 14 % down on 2019. The Minister is concerned about the drop in admissions to study programmes of such central importance for our welfare society.

Tuesday 5 July, at 12 noon, was the deadline for this year's Quota 1 applications for a place in higher education. As was expected, the total number of applicants this year is lower than in recent years.

The Danish astronaut Andreas Mogensen is off on a space mission again. As a pilot this time and on a six-month mission. So far, the astronauts that have been pilots on SpaceX missions have all been Americans; now, for the first time ever, the pilot spot has been assigned to a Danish astronaut.

The Minister for Higher Education and Science has written to all educational institutions, calling on them to suspend all educational, research and innovation cooperation with institutions in Russia and Belarus.

The EliteResearch Awards are presented to five researchers of outstanding international repute who over a broad scientific spectrum contribute new knowledge of vital interest to ourselves and the world around us. The five awards will be presented by HRH Crown Princess Mary and the Minister for Highe

COVID-19 - and especially the new Omicron variant - is spreading with increasing rapidity throughout Denmark. In order to limit the spread of infection, new restrictions will apply to higher education institutions from Sunday 19 December 2021.

In the light of recent trends in COVID-19 infection figures, a corona passport will be required in higher education institutions from 29 November 2021. The aim of this measure is to limit the spread of infection.

Jesper Petersen will be assuming the post of Minister for Higher Education and Science from Ane Halsboe-Jørgensen.

This year, 93,388 people have applied for a place in higher education. This is a slight decrease of 1 % compared to last year.

The Government (the Social Democrats), the Liberal Party, the Danish People's Party, the Socialist People's Party, the Conservatives and the Liberal Alliance have entered into an agreement to reduce the number of courses offered in English at higher education institutions.

Students and higher education institutions can return to a normal working day from 14 June. The government has entered into an agreement with a broad majority of the parliamentary parties on when the various corona restrictions will be phased out.

There is good news for the 250,000 students in higher education throughout the country. From 21 May, their courses will be fully reopened. This is the result of a new agreement for the reopening of society, finally reached on the night between 17 and 18 May.

Five of Denmark's most talented young researchers will receive this year's EliteForsk awards. They are being honoured for their outstanding research findings; findings crucial to meeting the great societal challenges facing Denmark and the world.

There is good news for higher education. From Tuesday 6 April, it will be possible for students in their final semester following courses of education that involve a lot of practical elements to resume their studies with 50 % physical attendance.

The extended COVID-19 restrictions that apply to higher education will be extended up till and including 5 April, with the exception of institutions on Bornholm

From 11 December, further restrictions will be introduced for higher education institutions located in: Region Zealand, Central Denmark Region, Aalborg Municipality, Vejle Municipality and Fredericia Municipality.

From 9 December, more restrictions within higher education will be introduced in a further 20 municipalities, so that the restrictions will apply to a total of 38 municipalities in various parts of the country. Moreover, national restrictions that apply to educational institutions will be prolonged.

The agreement about the Research Reserve of DKK 3.1 billion for 2021 is in place.

As a result of the present COVID-19 restrictions, students are being offered a financial helping hand. This is being done by resuming the options of extended student grants and loans (SU).

Almost 70,000 applicants will be offered a place in higher education, making 2020 a record year. The Minister for Higher Education and Science is particularly delighted by the increased number of those offered places in welfare-related subjects, which have been given political priority this year.

94,604 people have applied for admission to higher education programmes. This is 5,850 more than last year, a seven percent increase.

In the wake of Wednesday's agreement concerning a further reopening of Denmark, a full opening of research in the public sector that requires in-person attendance will now be effectuated.

In the wake of Thursday's political agreement concerning the second phase of a controlled reopening, activities at institutions of higher education that require in-person attendance are to be reopened from May 18.

As part of the political agreement concerning the second phase of a controlled reopening of society, it has been decided that activities at institutions of higher education that require in-person attendance are to be reopened from May 18.

1 April 2020 the Ministry of Higher Education and Science has welcomed two new directors in the Department.

The Ministry of Higher Education and Science has decided to postpone the deadline for applications for admission to higher education via quota 2 by one week. The new deadline is Sunday, March 22, 2020 at 12 noon.

In light of the developments in COVID-19 infection levels in Denmark, the Ministry of Higher Education and Science, on the recommendation of the national health authorities, is sending students home. And recommending that employees at all higher education institutions work from home.

H.R.H. Crown Princess Mary and the Minister for Higher Education and Science Ane Halsboe-Jørgensen will present the EliteForsk prizes to five of Denmark’s best young researchers.

Hanne Meldgaard has been appointed as Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Higher Education and Science.

All parliamentary parties have reached agreement for the Research Reserve for 2020, totalling DKK 1.925 billion. The agreement prioritizes more than DKK 1.5 billion for green research in areas such as agricultural transformation, environmentally-friendly transport and sustainable cities.

65,714 young people have been offered a place on a higher education programme – 1 per cent more than last year. The Minister for Higher Education and Science is particularly pleased that more have been accepted to nursing education, also in regional centres.

Ane Halsboe-Jørgensen has been appointed as minister for the Ministry of Higher Education and Science.

The Danish Government and all Parliament parties have passed the act to ensure more freedom and flexibility for university students.

The latest figures by the deadline of noon today show that there are 51,622 quota 2 high education applicants. Minister for Higher Education and Science Tommy Ahlers is pleased that so many have applied to higher education.

Today in Seattle the Danish Minister of Health Ellen Trane Nørby signs an agreement for Denmark to be the future host of a new international centre for interdisciplinary solutions on antimicrobial resistance.

All parliamentary parties have agreed on the allocation of the research reserve for 2019. Denmark is moving forward with research investment into new technological options, environmental and climate research, and a considerable boost of excellent research.

From November 01, Stine Jørgensen will take up the role as deputy director general in the Danish Agency for Science and Higher Education. She comes to the agency from as a position as Associate Dean of Education at the University of Copenhagen.

It makes good business sense for Denmark when international students stay in Denmark and work here after graduation. But a study shows that 4 out of 10 leave the country as soon as they have their graduation papers in hand.

On July 28, 64,943 young people received word that they had been accepted to a higher education programme. Congratulations – now it's time to live out the dream, came the message from Tommy Ahlers.

Minister for Higher Education and Science Tommy Ahlers has appointed Rasmus Bebe as special advisor.

He replaces Søren Pind who had held the position as minister since November 2016.

Minister for Higher Education and Science Søren Pind will present the EliteForsk awards today to five of Denmark’s most talented young researchers to draw attention to the brightest minds and honour the greatest research results.

Through 7 concrete initiatives, the Government wants to ensure that foreign citizens pay their SU debt. Denmark should not be a gift shop, where we allow international students to avoid paying the SU debt, says Minister for Taxation Karsten Lauritzen.

The world's first Big Science Business Forum is gathering representatives from the largest research facilities in Europe for a joint conference. They will offer insights into orders worth billions of euros for companies. The conference takes place in Copenhagen 26-28 February 2018.

Denmark ranks high internationally for scientific impact measured by citation, according to a new report. The Minister for Higher Education and Science is pleased with the results and looks forward to Denmark reaching even greater heights.

A new, broad political agreement on the distribution of the research reserve will see DKK 1 billion allocated to research into better health, new technological opportunities, learning and education, supporting the environment, and a better start for marginalised children and their families.

The focal point in the Danish-Chinese university partnership opens with participation of His Royal Highness The Crown Prince when the House of the Danish Industry Foundation is inaugurated. The house will be buzzing with activities made by students, researchers, companies and institutions.

Danish preparatory work is proceeding well for the European research facility European Spallation Source (ESS), which is jointly hosted by Denmark and Sweden. This is according to an advisory group in a new action plan that lays out the status of the ongoing ESS venture towards 2025.

More young applicants have been admitted to programmes in fields where there is a demand for workers. This year's admittance figures show that both students and educational institutions are making responsible choices, according to the Minister for Higher Education and Science.

By today's deadline, 90,563 people had applied to higher education programmes. The Minister for Higher Education and Science is pleased that young people have the will and desire to equip themselves with new competences.

What areas of research make the most sense to focus on in the future? The new RESEARCH2025 catalogue attempts to answer this question by identifying research areas.

The Danish Government has begun examining Danish representation of interests as part of the negotiations for the next European framework programme for research and innovation.

Representatives from the world's largest technology research facilities will gather for the first time ever at a joint conference. The Ministry of Higher Education and Science hosts the conference where the research facilities provide information about how companies can obtain orders worth billions

Danish companies and research institutions perform well in securing funding from the EU research and innovation programme Horizon 2020. Compared with other countries, Denmark ranks third when measured per capita.

Minister for Higher Education and Science Søren Pind to provide DKK 27.5 million for new drone technology research. The investment will advance Denmark even further in the field of strong drone nations and is aimed at the development of drone technology within a number of branches.

A total of 54,375 people have applied for higher education this year via quota 2 by today's deadline. It is roughly on par with last year's figure whereby 54, 932 had applied by 15 March.

Despite a significant rise in number of PhD students, the Danish PhD programme maintains its high quality. Moreover, Denmark is in the top spot among the OECD countries when it comes to PhD graduates employed in the private sector, according to a new comprehensive analysis.

H.R.H. Crown Princess Mary and the Minister for Higher Education and Science Søren Pind are presenting EliteForsk awards to five of Denmark's most talented young researchers today. This marks the eleventh year of the Ministry of Higher Education and Science's EliteForsk awards.

The public sector is investing significantly and successfully in research into the production of environmentally friendly food and energy, according to a new survey from the Ministry of Higher Education and Science.

The Ministry will change its organisational set-up from 1 January 2017. The changes will result in the two existing agencies being closed down while two new will be formed: the Danish Agency for Science and Higher Education, and the Danish Agency for Institutions and Educational Grants

Denmark has achieved its objectives regarding the allocation of research funds from the European framework programme Horizon 2020, by securing almost DKK 3.7 billion in funding.

Minister for Higher Education and Science Søren Pind has appointed Martin Ruby as special advisor.

Denmark will invest DKK 350 million in space activities, including participation in the International Space Station (ISS). There is great potential for finding new solutions for a better future, says Søren Pind.

Søren Pind has been appointed minister for the Ministry of Higher Education and Science.

All parliamentary parties support the agreement to distribute a total of DKK 555 million to research activities in 2017. Research can result in new solutions and products and contribute to growth – all important to Denmark's future, according to the Minister for Higher Education and Science.

The Minister for Higher Education and Science Ulla Tørnæs is launching a new strategy today for the ministry's work within the Arctic. According to the minister, the strategy will help Denmark's global reputation as one of the world's leading countries in the area of Arctic research and education.

Denmark opens a new innovation centre in Tel Aviv today. The centre will strengthen Danish innovation, research, growth, and employment.

Drones present great potential to improve productivity and growth. The Danish government wants to support this potential and has launched Denmark's first drone strategy.

The world's most advanced neutron spreading facility, European Spallation Source (ESS) is being built in Sweden. Meanwhile in Denmark, the data centre that will handle all the research data stemming from the ESS officially opened on August 26.

A total of 66,439 young people were accepted to higher education programmes, breaking previous records. Compared to last year, 1,138 more people have been admitted to higher education programmes in 2016. Minister for Higher Education and Science Ulla Tørnæs is pleased with the development.

A total of 94,061 have applied for higher education programmes this year – the highest number yet. Minister for Higher Education and Science Ulla Tørnæs hopes that many have applied to programmes with good graduate job opportunities.

The Minister for Higher Education and Science opposes companies that falsify employment contracts to use EU students as cheap Labour.

The Danish Ministry for Higher Education and Science and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs have decided to establish a new innovation centre in Israel.

Denmark received the second greatest amount of funding per capita from the EU research and innovation programme Horizon 2020. Small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly successfully at securing programme support for innovative businesses.

This year, 54,932 applicants have applied for higher education via quota 2. The Minister for Higher Education and Science recommends that institutions plan enrolment so that the most motivated and qualified students are admitted to their programmes.

Minister for Higher Education and Science Ulla Tørnæs has appointed Marianne Lynghøj Pedersen as special advisor.

H.R.H. Crown Princess Mary and the Minister for Higher Education and Science Esben Lunde Larsen are presenting EliteForsk awards to five of Denmark's most talented young researchers today. This marks the tenth year of the Ministry of Higher Education and Science's EliteForsk awards.

The Minister for Higher Education and Science has allocated DKK 3 million to five projects with the aim of retaining international graduates in Danish Regions or municipalities that have a need for qualified employees.

Danish research institutions and companies are successfully applying for and receiving more and more EU funding for research and innovation. Since the Horizon 2020 programme began, a total of 455 projects with Danish participation have begun.

A new survey shows that there is much underutilised potential of the space field in Denmark. New legislation, increased knowledge, better coordination and development of a strategy within the space field is needed.

One of the world's largest and most advanced research facilities, the ESS will be established in Lund, Sweden in the coming years. Today, the Minister for Higher Education and Science was presented with a strategic plan for how Denmark can make the most of the ESS.

All parliamentary parties have reached agreement on the distribution of a total of DKK 671 million for research and innovation activities in 2016.

Almost twice as many international students have chosen to complete a full programme of education in Denmark compared to 2008. The minister for higher education and science is working towards a strategy for retaining even more international students in Denmark.

Danish education institutions and companies are working together to brand Denmark as an attractive education and career destination. Last week they met with talented students in Brazil and China for the Denmark Days event.

The Danish Government will recommend to Her Majesty Queen Margrethe II that Agnete Gersing be appointed as the new Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Higher Education and Science.

The Danish-Swedish research microscope, the European Spallation Source (ESS), has changed its legal status to a true European research facility. The Danish Minister for Higher Education and Science has participated in a ceremony in Lund to mark the transition to a common European research infrastruc

The Danish Minister for Higher Education and Science Esben Lunde Larsen and the rest of the Danish delegation were close to Andreas Mogensen until the launch.

Minster for Higher Education and Science Esben Lunde Larsen will be present at the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakstan when Andreas Mogensen begins his 10-day mission to the International Space Station ISS.

The results of this year's higher education admittance show a particular popularity among programmes that are aimed at the business community. The Minister for Higher Education and Science is pleased that young people are focusing on education programmes that have good future employment prospects.

Applications for higher education reached new heights with figures showing more than 90,000 applicants. Minister for Higher Education and Science Esben Lunde Larsen hopes than many young people have applied to programmes across the country where there are good job prospects.

28 June 2015 Esben Lunde Larsen was appointed Minister for Higher Education and Science.

The countdown for the first Danish astronaut’s space mission has started. Tomorrow, 100 days are left before Andreas Mogensen begins his mission to the International Space Station ISS.

In just a few years, the number of international students pursuing higher education in Denmark has doubled. Most come from European countries, while there is also a significant number of Chinese students studying in Denmark.

The European Commission's annual ranking list of innovation among the 28 member countries has just been published. Denmark is second again, but has scored even better than last year and is closing in on the top spot.

The Committee on Scientific Dishonesty for Health and Medical Sciences (USF), one of the three bodies that comprise the Danish Committees for Scientific Dishonesty (DCSD), has decided not to appeal the 18 February 2015 ruling of the Eastern High Court.

The application deadlines for grant applications to the Danish Council for Independent Research are approaching. You can already now start writing your application in the e-grant system.

Almost 2000 more applicants to higher education applied via quota 2 this year than in 2014. The Minister for Higher Education and Science advises all education programmes to consider new forms of application so that grade point average is not the only pathway.

The Minister for Higher Education and Science will visit South Korea to expand Danish-Korean cooperation in areas of research, education, innovation and entrepreneurship.

As Denmark takes the Presidency of the Nordic Council of Ministers in 2015, a number of initiatives will increase cooperation between the Nordic countries. These will result in better teaching and well-being, improve talent development and ensure an increase in female researchers.

Denmark is contributing DKK 313 million to the European Space Agency's programmes, including Earth observation and participation in the International Space Station.

Denmark is among the top OECD countries for investment in research and development, while Danish research is well-received internationally. Danish researchers are among the most productive and their published research receives many citations.

All parliamentary parties have agreed on the course of allocating a total of DKK 857 million to research and innovation initiatives in 2015.

A new evaluation underlines the importance of the Danish Council for Independent Research to the development opportunities for Danish research talent and strong international position of Danish research.

The Danish Astronaut Andreas Mogensen has today 10 October 2014 presented two new logos for his mission to the International Space Station.

Together with the Swedish Minister for Education, the Minister for Higher Education and Science cut the first sod for the microscope European Spallation Source (ESS) in Lund.

More and more Danish students are choosing to participate in exchange and internship programmes in Europe. In 2013, 10 per cent more students availed of the EU Erasmus programme.

South Korea can learn from Denmark’s experience in transferring technology from universities to small and medium-sized enterprises ( SMEs). The two countries are signing an agreement on innovation cooperation on 1 September 2014.

The Danish Committees on Scientific Dishonesty (DCSD) have issued a ruling in a reopened case of scientific dishonesty (research misconduct) in health science.

The Minister for Higher Education and Science visits Greenland’s education and research institutions in order to bring Denmark and Greenland closer together.

On 30 July, more than 64,000 people received word that they were admitted to a higher education programme. Especially the business academy programmes saw an increase in the intake numbers and contribute to a total intake number that surpasses the record from 2013.

The final financing of one of the world’s largest research facilities, the European Spallation Source in Lund is now in place. Germany has confirmed support for the ESS project and building work is expected to begin in the autumn.

Records were broken again this year, as 91,000 applied for higher education. Minister for Higher Education and Science Sofie Carsten Nielsen says the greatest task ahead is to ensure high quality higher education which can lead to jobs.

As part of the "Agreement on a growth package", the Danish Government and the political parties of Venstre, Det Konservative Folkeparti and Socialistisk Folkeparti have agreed to a new trial grant programme to attract particularly talented international students to Denmark.

Europe’s largest scientific gathering is coming to an end. More than 4,000 scientists, students, journalists and policy-makers are packing up after six terrific days in Copenhagen filled with science and research.

In the future, we have to make a living out of knowledge and, therefore, we have to build bridges between science and the public, said the Minister for Higher Education and Science at the opening of ESOF2014.

The premier science event of the year opens this weekend in Denmark, where more than 4,500 participants will gather for the EuroScience Open Forum 2014 in Copenhagen. The public will also have ample opportunity to delve into the latest research during the free Science in the City festival.

A new analysis shows that Danish companies achieve the greatest benefit from investments in research and development than those in other Nordic countries. The Minister for Higher Education and Science stresses that companies’ ability to create and innovate helps strengthen our welfare and create job

1 June 2014 Thomas Viggo Lindrum Pederen began as director general in the Danish Agency for Higher Education.

Peter Høngaard Andersen joins the newly established Danish National Innovation Foundation as director.

The Danish Astronaut Andreas Mogensen’s mission to the International Space Station (ISS) in 2015 has now been given a name: iriss. The winning suggestion was submitted by Filippo Magni from Italy and was chosen among more than 700 suggestions from all over Europe.

It was another record-breaking year for applications to higher education via quota 2. Applications to programmes at academies of professional higher education surged ahead with an increase of 17 per cent. Minister for the area encourages educational institutions to accept more students via quota 2.

On 26 April 2014, Her Majesty the Queen of Denmark, Margrethe the II, will break ground for The House of the Danish Industry Foundation – the new building for the unique collaboration between Denmark and China.

Denmark is to attract more talented international students from abroad and to retain them following their education. That is one of the main objectives of the government’s new action plan to promote Denmark to international talents as an attractive study destination.

The web address for the Ministry of Higher Education and Science has been changed as ufm.dk has replaced fivu.dk as the Ministry’s domain name.

2014 saw a slight increase in the number of quota 2 applicants. According to the Minister for Higher Education and Science quota 2 is a unique opportunity to ensure a good match between students and the respective education programmes.

One of Europe’s largest science festivals visits the Carlsberg City District in Copenhagen in June. Curious minds of all ages are invited to take part in ‘Science in the City’ where researchers from all over the world present cutting-edge science and technology.

3 February 2014 Sofie Carsten Nielsen took over the Ministry of Higher Education and Science after Morten Østergaard who moved to the Ministry of Taxation.

The Ministry of Higher Education and Science’s EliteForsk Award will be presented to five of the Denmark’s most talented researchers. H.R.H. Crown Princess Mary and the Minister for Higher Education and Science will present the awards.

Seven prominent Danish foundations support EuroScience Open Forum 2014 that will take place in Copenhagen in June.

Five Nobel Laureates will be among the speakers at Europe’s largest general science event. 4,500 delegates and 30,000 visitors are expected for EuroScience Open Forum 2014 that takes place in the historic Carlsberg City District this summer. Registration for the forum has now opened.

Denmark must have a culture of talent where students of all levels have the best opportunity to realise their potential.

Danish universities have reinforced research in Arctic and polar conditions and established cross-disciplinary centres.

There is a great need to develop a new generation of biofuels that do not rely on the consumption of foodstuffs to create sustainable energy.

Two broadly supported agreements have been reached on the allocation of DKK 859 million in 2014 to research activities and significant ventures in the large new Danish National Innovation Foundation.

Education programmes aimed at the private sector in particular have seen greater numbers in the second intake round for higher education. Overall intake in 2013 surpasses all previous records.

An agreement have been made to create one large innovation foundation of DKK 1.5 billion annually to ensure that significant investments in research and development result in concrete solutions to societal challenges, growth and jobs.

The Minister for Science, Innovation and Higher Education is visiting Beijing to strengthen ties and exchanges between Danish and Chinese education and research institutions, and exchange knowledge, experience and inspiration with Chinese institutions and businesses.

Andreas Mogensen will participate in a mission to the International Space Station (ISS) in 2015. His tasks will include testing new technology, which will affect future space missions and can help shed light on illnesses here on Earth.

On Tuesday 30 July, more young people than ever before received word that they have been accepted for higher education programmes. Higher education institutions offered places to four per cent more students than in 2012. The largest increases were in programmes aimed at the private sector.

The number of higher education applicants in 2013 is record high. The preliminary figures show that a total of 88,078 have applied for entry to a higher education programme.

The latest OECD publication “Education at a Glance 2013” shows that higher education provides better opportunities for employment and a better income.

Denmark is strengthening Danish innovation, research, growth and employment by developing closer relationships with research and development players in three growth markets.

Every year, many Danish students travel abroad to avail of an international study experience as part of their education programme, and many international students are coming to Denmark to do the same.

Denmark has extensive educational cooperation with China, among other growth countries. In particular, there are a many Sino-Danish exchange agreements.

Three Danish universities have invested in the world’s largest telescope, which will give Danish astronomers the opportunity to study planets in other solar systems in previously unseen detail, while Danish companies can bid on contracts and help develop and build the telescope.

Danish researchers and companies are among the best in Europe for receiving funds from the EU framework programme for research and innovation.

Due to technical problems at www.optagelse.dk the application deadline for quota 2 at higher education programmes is extended until March 18, 12 noon.

The Danish Council for Independent Research (DFF) invites applications for up to 10 PhD scholarships within all areas of scientific research, for projects to be carried out at other public research institutions than the universities.

The Higher Education Ministry’s EliteForsk Award 2013 is being awarded to five of the country’s most talented researchers. H.R.H. Crown Princess Mary will present the awards that will help boost new research.