Dr. Bettina Søndergaard

Associate Professor

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Biography

Bettina Dahl Søndergaard holds dual positions as an Associate Professor in problem-based learning (PBL) at Aalborg University and a Professor in mathematics education at the University of Bergen in Norway. Her main expertise covers mathematics education, problem-based learning, vocational education, gifted education, assessment, and out-of-school time learning in STEM fields. Dr. Søndergaard earned her Ph.D. in mathematics education from Roskilde University in 2003 and holds an M.Sc. in Educational Research Methodology from the University of Oxford. With over 200 publications in high-ranking journals, she has gained international experience working at prestigious institutions like Virginia Tech and the Norwegian University of Science and Technology. She actively participates in projects aimed at developing mathematics education, including working with the European Commission and other international committees. Dr. Søndergaard is also engaged in supporting the capacity building of Ph.D. students in Africa related to lower secondary mathematics education.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2016-12-01 — Present

Aalborg University • Aalborg, Denmark

Managing research and teaching in problem-based learning and mathematics education.

Professor

2016-12-01 — Present

University of Bergen • Bergen, Norway

Leading research initiatives in mathematics education.

Visiting Scholar

2011-09-01 — 2011-11-30

Stanford University • California, USA

Collaborated on educational projects and research.

Requirements for Aalborg University

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:85
Prerequisites
Relevant Bachelor's degree English proficiency level B
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's diploma and transcripts
  • Official English translation of documents
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Specialization Notes

Requirements apply generally to Master's programs across departments including Sociology, Business, and Engineering at Aalborg University.