Dr. Ulrik Kjær

Professor

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Biography

Ulrik Kjær is a Professor at the University of Southern Denmark, specializing in local democracy, political recruitment, and political leadership. His teaching portfolio includes courses such as 'Political Leadership' and 'Local Politics', where he emphasizes the connection between theory and practice. He engages students actively in discussions relating course content to current political events. In addition to teaching, Kjær has a strong presence in the media as an expert during municipal elections, having contributed to outlets such as DR Radio and TV2 News. His research has been published in reputable journals including the European Journal of Political Research and Politics & Gender, and he has edited anthologies on municipal elections in Denmark. Kjær has also participated in various academic and practical projects related to local governance and political organization, serving as a chief consultant for the Danish Municipalities Association from 2016 to 2018. Currently, he is working on a project examining municipal elections across 41 European countries.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2013-01-01 — Present

University of Southern Denmark • Odense, Denmark

Leading research and teaching in Political Science, focusing on local governance and electoral processes.

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.