Professor Dr. Thilde Vildekilde

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Thilde Vildekilde is a part-time lecturer and researcher at the University of Copenhagen, specializing in Public Health. She has extensive experience in qualitative research methodologies, particularly in the context of low and middle-income countries. Her research interests encompass a variety of topics including hygiene, sanitation, food safety, and health communication. Vildekilde has a strong academic background with a Master's degree in Public Health and a PhD focused on social realities surrounding hygiene and sanitation in ethnic minority communities in Northern Vietnam. She has also worked on several significant projects, such as the SUSA project in Ghana, aimed at improving sanitation in peri-urban areas. Throughout her career, she has been dedicated to teaching and supervising students at various academic levels, from undergraduate to PhD. With a focus on West Africa and Southeast Asia, her goal is to enhance understanding of public health issues and promote effective health strategies in diverse communities.

Research Interests

Public Health Qualitative Research Medical Anthropology Hygiene Sanitation Food Safety Health Communication Mental Health

Experience

Assistant Professor

2013-01-01 — Present

University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Responsible for supporting the conceptualization and execution of qualitative research projects, including supervision of junior researchers. Engaged in research-based teaching, course development for global/international health.

Post Doc

2011-01-01 — 2012-12-31

University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Worked on the SUSA project in Ghana, involving sustainable sanitation in peri-urban areas.

PhD Student

2007-10-01 — 2010-10-01

University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Conducted doctoral research on social realities of hygiene and sanitation, focusing on community responses to health promotion.

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.