Professor Dr. Anne Mette Hjalager

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Biography

Anne-Mette Hjalager is a professor at the University of Southern Denmark, where she also serves as the director of the Danish Centre for Rural Research. Her research interests center around economic development, innovation, and quality of life in rural areas, focusing on the availability of jobs and the creation of community-centered initiatives. Hjalager's work emphasizes the importance of local actions and planning within rural tourism, particularly in the face of technological development and changing agricultural practices. She plays a vital role in exploring how local stakeholders can leverage tourism for regional development. Hjalager's expertise extends to the utilization of natural resources in rural areas, addressing multifunctionality and synergy among different economic activities. She has published extensively and holds a Ph.D. from Aalborg University. Hjalager has also participated in a number of research projects and external committees related to tourism and rural growth strategies, contributing to a detailed understanding of the characteristics and effects of economic development at the community level.

Research Interests

Economic Development Innovation Quality of Life Rural Areas Job Creation Rural Tourism

Experience

Professor

2011-01-01 — Present

Danish Centre Rural Research, University of Southern Denmark • Odense, Denmark

Leading research and development initiatives in the field of rural studies.

Associate Professor

2009-01-01 — 2010-01-01

University of Southern Denmark, Centre for Tourism, Innovation and Culture • Odense, Denmark

Conducted teaching and research in tourism and innovation.

Independent Contract Researcher

1999-01-01 — 2011-01-01

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Engaged in national and international research projects.

Associate Research Professor

1997-01-01 — 1999-01-01

Aarhus Business School, Department of Organisation and Management •

Focused on organisational studies related to rural development.

Awards

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SCC Fast Track

2024-11-01

Requirements for University of Southern Denmark

Master Program

Requirements

GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:88
PTE
Overall
Required:58

Prerequisites

Relevant Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or Humanities Specific ECTS requirements in core subjects of the chosen field

Application Checklist

  • Official Bachelor's degree diploma
  • Transcripts of records
  • Course descriptions for prerequisite verification
  • Proof of English language proficiency
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized for English-taught Master's programs across Science, Engineering, and Social Science departments. Some programs may require a higher GPA for restricted admission.