Dr. Niels Opstrup

Associate Professor

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Biography

Niels Opstrup is an Associate Professor at the University of Southern Denmark in the Department of Political Science and Public Management. He holds a cand.scient.pol. and a Ph.D. with research interests primarily in Public Administration and Welfare Politics. He is the Head of the Executive Master of Public Governance, highly engaged in the academic discourse on the organization and leadership within the public sector. Opstrup has participated in numerous conferences, engagements such as Membership committees, and has been involved in several research projects, focusing on the interaction between politicians and civil servants at various levels of government. His collaborations extend to institutions such as Arizona State University, where he worked as a visiting researcher, conducting impactful projects related to the Danish Bibliometric Research Indicator and the development of competencies for responsible medical educators. Niels is also noted for his professional contributions to media, providing insights into the public service environment and has actively participated in teaching and supervision at various educational levels.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

University of Southern Denmark • Odense, Denmark

Teaching and research in the fields of Public Administration and Welfare Politics.

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.