Danish Politics and Society

Fall & Spring | 3 credits | Elective
Political Science and Sociology

This course provides students with broad-ranging knowledge of Danish politics and society, exploring contemporary issues of the welfare state, immigration, and EU cooperation. Focus on Danish political parties, NATO, and international relations vis-à-vis Danish values and national identity.

Field Studies

Danish Institute for Human Rights
First, you will travel to The Danish Institute for Human Rights and learn about the controversial refugee policy that the Danes have toward outsiders.
Copenhagen Police Department
Then, you go to the Copenhagen Police Department, where you will get a tour of the exquisite police department building and learn about the peaceful tactics that the Danes use to subdue their riots.
Folketinget
Lastly, you take a trip to the Folketinget – The Danish Parliament – where you will meet with a Parliament member and take a guided tour.

Instructors

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USA: University of Minnesota. 1313 Fifth Street SE, Suite 113, Minneapolis MN 55414. Phone: (800) 247-3477, Non-US: (612) 627-0140 Fax: (612) 627-0141
Denmark: DIS – Danish Institute for Study Abroad. Vestergade 7, 1456 Copenhagen. Phone: (+45) 3311 0144, Fax: (+45) 3393 2624
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