Dr. Linda Minke

Professor

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Biography

Linda Kjær Minke is a Professor at the Department of Law, University of Southern Denmark, specializing in criminology and the penal system. Her research is primarily focused on incarceration studies and the Danish penal system, with an emphasis on the normalization principle which aims to align prison conditions with broader societal norms. Minke critically examines the lived experiences of incarcerated individuals and the structural mechanisms that shape these experiences. She has notably contributed to the understanding of prison outsourcing and its implications for transferring incarceration responsibilities across borders. Additionally, she has explored the dynamics of prison food systems, assessing how food practices within correctional institutions mirror and reinforce larger societal dynamics. Her recent research also addresses canine-assisted programs in correctional settings, evaluating their impact on inmate well-being and institutional culture. Minke is actively engaged in developing educational models for prisons, advocating for the transformative potential of personal development opportunities for inmates, and emphasizing the importance of family-friendly prison environments for rehabilitation.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2020-01-01 — Present

Department of Law, University of Southern Denmark • Odense, Denmark

Leading research and teaching in law, punishment, and societal responses to crime.

Associate Professor

2013-01-01 — 2020-01-01

Department of Law, University of Southern Denmark • Odense, Denmark

Conducting research and teaching in criminology and penal law.

Assistant Professor

2012-01-01 — 2013-01-01

Department of Law, University of Southern Denmark • Odense, Denmark

Engaged in teaching and research support within the department.

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.