Student life in International Business Administration, Language and Culture

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International Business Administration, Language and Culture

Bachelor's programme | S酶nderborg / EUF Flensborg

Life as an International Business Administration, Language and Culture student

At International Business Administration, Language and Culture, you’ll join a close-knit study environment where small classes, dedicated lecturers, and a strong sense of community foster curiosity and personal growth. Here, you’ll meet fellow students who share your passion for languages, cultures, and exploring new ways of understanding the world.

The programme offers a unique opportunity to study across two campuses: SDU Sønderborg at Alsion and the German campus at Europa-Universität Flensburg (EUF). At Alsion, teaching is informal, and you’re often on a first-name basis with lecturers, while in Flensburg, you use the more formal 'Sie'.

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Societies and events

Student life 麻豆社区 Sønderborg is much more than books. Students can participate in associations, social events, and creative clubs in both Sønderborg and Flensburg while strengthening their skills in Danish, German, and English.

At the German campus, you can join the student association Fachschaft, which organises events across year groups – from Christmas gatherings and cabin trips to pub crawls. Additionally, EUF Campus Career offers workshops, coaching, and excursions that provide practical tools for your studies and future career.

First days at a student at International Business Administration, Language and Culture

New students in International Business Administration, Language and Culture are welcomed with an introduction programme. You and your fellow students are assigned tutors to help you settle in at the university. The programme includes both academic and social activities, helping you quickly become familiar with your subject, lecturers, and peers.

Facilities

At SDU Sønderborg, you’ll spend much of your time at Campus Alsion. The library, reading and study areas provide space for concentration and collaboration, while common rooms invite relaxation and social interaction.

Campus Alsion is a vibrant hub where education, culture, research, and business meet. As an extra bonus, it houses one of Northern Europe’s finest concert halls for classical symphonic music.

Transport between Sønderborg and Flensburg

If you live in Flensburg – an advantage when studying German in the border region – you can use the shuttle bus between Flensburg and Sønderborg on days when classes are held 麻豆社区. The shuttle is primarily funded by SDU and EUF, with a small personal contribution.

If you live in Sønderborg, there is no shuttle bus, but you can travel to Flensburg on class days using, for example, a travel card.

Shared facilities on campus

Sønderborg is a large campus with many facilities that you have access to as a student, including

Reading room that is open 24/7
A canteen with the best view in town
Friday bar
StartUp Station, an innovation and entrepreneurial environment.

Student life in Sønderborg

At SDU Sønderborg you will enter a vibrant and international environment with students from all over the world.

SDU Sønderborg offers a modern setting in the city's historic surroundings, with cafés, shopping, a youth culture centre and music venues. You'll quickly feel at home in the city's familiar and safe surroundings - with the rest of Europe close by.

Sønderborg offers a variety of student accommodation for the city’s students. You can also rent privately at very reasonable prices.

In Sønderborg, you’ll live in a charming and easy-to-explore city with plenty of cultural events, cafés, bars, shopping, sports, and nature experiences right on your doorstep.

There is no housing guarantee in Sønderborg, and securing accommodation is ultimately your responsibility, but SDU will support you as best we can in your search for accommodation.
All the study programmes in Sønderborg are taught in English, and the many international students add a global perspective to classes, teaching and the study environment.

In Danish academic culture, you are not only expected to obtain and recite knowledge, but also to analyse, compare, evaluate and work independently and critically with the course content. This approach will prepare you for work challenges after your studies.

The teaching is firmly rooted in research, and the lecturers and researchers are open and approachable, so you can seek academic advice whenever you need it.
Sønderborg may be a small city, but it offers plenty for you to experience and participate in. At "Mejeriet," you can join in communal activities such as dance, ceramics, and film nights, or larger events like poetry slams, concerts, and flea markets. There’s a great selection of cafés and restaurants, including vegan options, as well as a cinema, bars, nightclubs and great shopping.

If you’re into sports, there are swimming pools, a harbour bath, sports clubs, and fantastic opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, sailing, and kayaking in the beautiful natural surroundings. Sønderborg is buzzing with life thanks to the many students, which will give you lots of chances to make new friends, both Danish and international.
Sønderborg is located in beautiful surroundings on the island of Als, offering 250 km of coastline perfect for swimming, fishing, or watersports. Explore the peaceful forests, hiking trails, lakes, and a diverse bird and wildlife.

Sønderborg’s proximity to the German border makes Europe easily accessible, with cities like Flensburg, Hamburg, and Kiel just a short trip away. In Sønderborg, Scandinavia and continental Europe meet and connect.