UQ program: Bachelor of Laws
I started my Copenhagen exchange in the coldest Danish Winter in 25 years. I was greeted by blizzards, gales and bone-chilling cold. I was sure classes would be cancelled, but apparently the Danes are used to such weather…
I studied Space Law, International Criminal Law and Public International Law. The classes could not have been more different to UQ. In one of my classes there was only 13 students, and the others had around 30-40. The lessons were a fair bit easier than UQ as they are catered for ESL students. The content is really interesting, and is a great opportunity to learn International Law. The grading system is bizarre, but there are far more opportunities to pass, and it is near impossible for an exchange student to fail.
On a personal level, I learnt to be far more open and friendly. You have to make an effort to make friends, and as everyone is in the same boat, it is very easy to do so. I found the Danes a bit difficult to get to know, particularly as most of the students in my class were mostly foreign. However, this meant I got to meet people from all around the world and now have many useful contacts.
Copenhagen comes alive in the summer, and if you’re willing to endure the long hard winter, then the summer will reward you kindly. I have never seen people appreciate the sun and warmth more than the Danes.
5 top tips:
1) Half price food at ‘Dalle Valle’ (in town) on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday nights – this is essential for all students
2) Thursday night Jazz at Christiania – the most bizarre jazz ensemble you’ll ever see
3) Thursday night vegetarian restaurant in Christiania
4) Nexus Bar (Copenhagen Business School) on a Thursday night
5) Frederiksberg Park in the Summer