Dr. Cecilie Højvang Paulsen

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Cecilie Højvang Paulsen is an Assistant Professor at Aalborg University specializing in the legal aspects of alternative finance, particularly focusing on crowdfunding. Her PhD dissertation critically analyses the regulations surrounding investment-based crowdfunding in Denmark, investigating the legal concepts and challenges arising from the introduction of the European Crowdfunding Service Providers Regulation (ECSPR) in the Danish context. In addition to her research, Cecilie is also actively involved in teaching Law Obligations II and III, Civil Procedure, and EU Law, and supervises bachelor's and master's theses. Previously, she taught Advanced International Contract Law and has engaged with the Crowdfunding Research Center at the University of Agder as a visiting scholar. Cecilie is committed to aligning her work with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in promoting quality education. Throughout her career, she has participated in numerous workshops, seminars, and conferences focused on alternative finance and crowdfunding regulation.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2021-01-01 — Present

Aalborg University • Aalborg Øst, Denmark

Responsible for teaching and conducting research in the field of law, specifically related to alternative finance.

Fuldmægtig

2019-09-01 — 2021-03-31

Justitsministeriet (Ministry of Justice) • Denmark

Worked within legal frameworks and regulations.

Retsassistent

2019-07-01 — 2019-08-31

Danmarks Domstole (Danish Courts) • Denmark

Assisted in legal proceedings and court administration.

Awards

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AAU Learning Day Participation

2025-12-12

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.