Dr. Karen La Cour

Professor

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Biography

Karen la Cour is a Professor in the Department of Public Health at the University of Southern Denmark, specializing in Occupational Therapy. With a doctoral degree obtained from Karolinska Institutet, her career is marked by significant contributions to research in rehabilitation and palliative care. She has led various projects aimed at improving the quality of life for individuals with advanced cancer, focusing on user perspectives and community-based interventions. She has published 44 peer-reviewed papers and is actively involved in supervising PhD candidates in her fields of expertise. Her work emphasizes the intersection of health and social equity in cancer rehabilitation and the psychological aspects of living with chronic illness. She has received numerous awards, including the Jeppe Juhl Jensen's grant and recognition at European Cancer Rehabilitation Symposium. Her dedication to education extends beyond research, involving extensive teaching and supervision at various academic levels. Karen's commitment to the field is exemplified through her coordination of projects that integrate artistic and creative interventions into rehabilitation, aiming to enhance patient engagement and support.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2020-01-01 — Present

University of Southern Denmark • Odense, Denmark

Head of the research group focusing on User Perspectives & Community-Based Interventions in the Department of Public Health.

Affiliated Professor

2018-01-01 — 2020-01-01

Sykehuset Suhnas • Oslo, Norway

Engaged in research relevant to cancer rehabilitation.

Research Group Leader

2015-01-01 — 2018-01-01

University of Southern Denmark • Odense, Denmark

Led the research initiative on Activity Studies and Occupational Therapy.

Associate Professor

2011-01-01 — 2018-01-01

Institute of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark • Odense, Denmark

Conducted research in Health, Man & Society.

Postdoc

2008-01-01 — 2011-01-01

Institute of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark • Odense, Denmark

Focused on Health, Man & Society research.

Awards

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Jeppe Juhl Jensen og hustru Ovita Juhl Jensen’s endowment grant

2019-08-23
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Poster Prize, European Cancer Rehabilitation Symposium

2016-09-19
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Ropox Prize

2015-01-01
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Fullbright Scholarship

1989-01-01

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.