Dr. Lars Behnke

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Lars Behnke is an Associate Professor at the University of Copenhagen, with a focus on linguistics and German language instruction. His teaching experience spans various levels, from complete beginners to advanced students, emphasizing practical language skills. Initially trained in Slavic languages, he shifted his focus to German, exploring typological and contrastive aspects including the Danish language. Lars's background in linguistics informs his approach to teaching, where he seeks to demystify language learning for students, making them competent speakers. His academic journey includes a Master's degree in German Foreign Language and a Doctorate in Slavonic Linguistics, both from Carl von Ossietzky University in Oldenburg, Germany. Over the years, he has held various roles in academia, including teaching assistant professor, external lecturer, and research assistant, contributing to both teaching and research in the field of German Foreign Language Linguistics.

Research Interests

Experience

Teaching Assistant Professor

— Present

University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Teaching and research in German Foreign Language Linguistics.

External Lecturer

— Present

University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Lectured on German language courses.

Guest Lecturer

— Present

University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Instructed German language courses.

Teacher

— Present

Language Center, Carl-von-Ossietzky University • Oldenburg, Germany

Taught German as a foreign language.

Research Assistant

— Present

German Institute of English and Germanic Romance Languages, University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Supported research projects in linguistics.

Language Instructor

— Present

Language Center, Carl-von-Ossietzky University • Oldenburg, Germany

Instructed in German as a foreign language.

Member

— Present

Working Group 'German Foreign Language', Carl-von-Ossietzky University • Oldenburg, Germany

Participated in initiatives for German language teaching.

External Lecturer

— Present

Institute of Slavonic Studies, Carl-von-Ossietzky University • Oldenburg, Germany

Lectured on Slavic languages.

Research Assistant

— Present

Institute of Slavonic Studies, Carl-von-Ossietzky University • Oldenburg, Germany

Conducted research in Slavic linguistics.

Teacher

— Present

Language School 'Prolog' • Cracow, Poland

Taught German as a foreign language.

Teacher

— Present

Institute of Germanic Philology, Jagiellonian University • Cracow, Poland

Taught German as a foreign language.

Requirements for University of Copenhagen

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:83
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology Minimum 45 ECTS in core psychology areas Minimum 20 ECTS in methodology and statistics
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's diploma
  • Transcript of records
  • Course descriptions
  • Self-assessment form
  • Documentation of English proficiency
Specialization Notes

Focuses on clinical, social, and cognitive psychology.