Open to Pitzer students only. Program options subject to change.
Program Title: Pitzer/ISEP Exchange with Aalborg University
Location: Aalborg, Denmark
Host Website: ISEP: Aalborg University
International Cultural Studies (in English)
Eligibility
Students must be in good standing at Pitzer College. ISEP require students to have a 2.75 or higher GPA. Preference is given to juniors and first semester seniors but qualified sophomores are eligible if space is available. Previous Danish language study is not required.
Preparation
At least one European area studies course is strongly recommended prior to departure. Other general preparation options include: Comparative Politics, Intercultural Communications, Introduction to International/ Intercultural Studies, Introduction to Sociocultural Anthropology.
Application
The Pitzer College Study Abroad Application and the ISEP Application are both due by the Pitzer application due date. If accepted by Pitzer and ISEP students will then be asked to complete University forms.
Program Dates
Fall Semester: Late August to December/January (depending upon exam schedule)
Spring Semester: Late January to June
Required Course
Participants are expected to take one course while abroad that includes content on northern European history, politics, literature or culture, and the Pitzer Sakai course Intercultural Learning: Portfolio Writing.
Intensive Language
Pitzer students are required to take the intensive Danish language class offered each semester for the first eight weeks of the semester.
Independent Study
See a Study Abroad Adviser.
Course Options
The university features courses taught in English in the Faculty of Humanities, the Faculty of Social Sciences and in the Faculty of Engineering and Sciences.
Visit the ISEP website shown above and select ‘Website for Course Availability.’
Credit Possible
Students must take 28 to 30 ECTS while abroad in order to earn four course credits at Pitzer. ECTS amounts vary for each class so students may be enrolled in anywhere from 5-7 classes. In addition, students will earn 0.5 Pitzer course credit for the Sakai course. See above under Required Courses.
Housing and Board Options
Students are housed in student residence hall or in private accommodations and apartments. A stipend is provided by ISEP to cover meals.
