Dr. Ask Christiansen

Professor

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Biography

Ask Vest Christiansen is a Professor at Aarhus University, specializing in sports research, particularly regarding doping and fairness in sports. His academic journey began with a degree in sports science, followed by a PhD thesis focusing on the culture of professional cycling. Christiansen's research critically investigates the contentious domain of performance-enhancing drugs within elite and recreational sports, addressing broader issues related to fairness, sports policy, and gender. He has been actively involved in university governance, serving on equality committees and contributing to the Research Ethics Committee. As a dedicated educator, Christiansen strives to cultivate an engaging learning environment for his students, encouraging them to think critically about the arguments and perspectives surrounding sports ethics. His research is well-recognized, and he has published extensively on topics such as doping in elite sports and the perceptions surrounding body image in competitive settings.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2017-01-01 — Present

Aarhus University • Aarhus, Denmark

Leading research and education in Sport Science, focusing on doping, fairness, and sports ethics.

Awards

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Julius Bomholt Prize

2021-12-07

Requirements for Aarhus University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:83
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field Specific credit requirements in programming, algorithms, and computer systems
Application Checklist
  • Official Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Official transcripts of records
  • Course descriptions
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Documentation of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science offers tracks in Software Efficiency, Cryptography, and Data Science.