The international students come from across the globe, including Germany, Belgium, France, Greece, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Estonia, Poland, Bangladesh, Nepal, and the USA. With their diverse backgrounds, they bring a strong international dimension to teaching, laboratory work, and student life.

“It is always a great pleasure to welcome new international students. They have chosen MBG because we offer a flexible and high-quality study program, and because Aarhus is known as an attractive city for students. I hope everyone will help make their time here a rewarding experience,” says Associate Professor and International Coordinator, Erik Østergaard Jensen.

First day in Aarhus

Last week, the new students were welcomed to MBG with a tour of the department and an introduction to both academic and social activities. Teaching has now begun, and the students have joined classes together with their Danish peers. Erik emphasizes the importance of making them feel at home quickly:

“When you move to a new country, it can be challenging to settle in. That is why I would like to encourage everyone to give our new international students a warm welcome – in the classrooms, in the laboratories, in the student associations, and whenever you meet them in the hallways. The more we include them, the richer our study environment will become for all of us.”

Enriching the study environment

The new students bring with them a variety of academic and cultural perspectives, which will be an asset to both teaching and collaboration. Several of them point to MBG’s flexible study programs as well as the freedom of choice as key reasons for selecting Aarhus. They also highlight the city’s reputation as an open and vibrant student hub.

“Our international intake is a gain for everyone. Our current students gain new perspectives in both teaching and research, and the newcomers will hopefully enjoy an experience that is both academically rewarding and personally enriching,” says Erik.