Denmark

In Denmark courses in Home Economics Education are taught at 4 different levels:

• University:

At the Danish University of Education, Department of Curriculum Research students study for a Master degree in Home Economics and Education.

• Colleges:

Students wishing to teach Home Economics in primary and lower secondary schools study a general teacher education course where Home Economics courses are offered at the Teacher Training Colleges in Denmark. Graduates on this course are awarded a Bachelor`s degree. The course duration is 3,5 years. The former Home Economist Education course is now a Bachelor Degree course in Nutrition and Health, with a choice of 6 special areas of study.

• Vocational training:

Vovational training institutions offer courses in home economics.

• Contact person IFHE: Ass. Prof. Jette Benn Ph.D, The Danish University of Education - Department of Curriculum Research

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