Become an inspiring educator
Our 4-year programme aims to train global citizens and proficient educators who can act to meet the challenges of the future
Tired of traditional education?
And want to…
Make a difference
Use your skills to bring sustainable change through progressive education.
Grow in a supportive team
Study in an international team of 15 people and experienced teachers who support you along the whole journey.
Learn about the world
Be part of sustainable projects all around the world. Tackling global issues like climate change, inequality etc.
Combine Real-life learning with a Bachelor
Learn about the world through a hands-on approach and get a BA in education science.
Why study with us?
Our programme was in development for 50 years is set out to be an immersive experience with each year building upon the last. Starting from the Global perspective and situation of our planet, to the reality of European schools and education system.
Our programme is all about…
Experience-based Learning
Together with your teammates, you will take ownership of your learning — acting as the driving force of your own education. This means that you will learn by travelling and exploring the different realities of people in Europe and globally. You will start the programme with a 4-month bus journey to Western Africa as a study project.
A Collective Approach
At our campus, in Denmark, you will live, work and study collectively. Here, students and teachers make decisions and run the college together. You will be part of a community, and gain friendships for life with students from over 20 different countries.
Economically sustainable
We have created a period to help you earn the funds for the programme together with your future teammates. This means that you only need an enrollment fee of €1.000 to join DNS. There are no extra costs throughout the 4 years.
Quality education is needed
We need educators who are not only equipped with academic knowledge but also posses critical thinking, empathy, and a deep understanding of global challenges. Hear from our headmistress about how we train educators at DNS.
Bachelor in Education
You will be able to get a Bachelor’s degree in Educational Science.
Make a difference
You will be tackling real-world challenges like the environmental crisis, poverty, inequality and the lack of quality education for all.
Grow as a person
Your team and teachers will both challenge and support you in becoming a more competent person.
Get Extensive Work Experience
Try yourself out through diverse working experiences, across different countries. The practice periods in DNS are carried out in professional job positions.
Our programme
1st year
The Global Reality
- Plan and implement a 4-months bus travel
- Do field investigations
- Learn about people and their reality
- Share your experiences back in Europe
2nd Year
The European Reality
- Live and work in a European city with your team for 6 months
- Create campaigns about sustainability, peace & education in your local area
- Do what you find most appropriate for 3 months
3rd Year
The School Reality
- Teach in a school in Denmark for 10 months
- Create projects with your students
- Study pedagogical theories with your team
4th Year
International teaching practice
- Join an existing social or educational project across the globe for 6 months
- Refine your teaching skills and gain valuable experience in new contexts.
Hear from our Graduates
“I chose DNS because i was very impressed by the programme. I was able to travel and learn at the same time.”
Louisa Battioui
Studying masters in Educational psychology
“I think the experiences and the skills i have learned throughout the DNS programme has really prepared me for what i am doing”
Gabrielė Babravičiūtė
Leader of the education process at a democractic forest school
“This place functions perfectly, you end up in an environment where everyone talks about values and bringing positive change to the world”
Maksim Ivanov
Runs an art youth centre and tutor at a Højskole
Years of experience
Graduates who have played an important role in bringing quality education
Graduate life lasting lessons
Stay in touch
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Check out our stories, and get a feeling of daily life at DNS.
Become an inspiring educator
Our 4-year programme aims to train global citizens and educators who can act to meet the challenges of the future.
Tired of traditional education?
And want to…
Make a difference
Use your skills to bring sustainable change through progressive education.
Grow in a supportive environment
Study in an international team of 15 people and experienced teachers who support you along the whole journey.
Learn about the world
Be part of sustainable projects all around the world. Tackling global issues like climate change, inequality etc.
Combine real-life learning with a Bachelor
Learn about the world through a hands-on approach and get a BA in educational science.
Quality education is needed
Hear from our headmistress – Annica about how we train educators at DNS.
“Our society needs educators who are not only equipped with academic knowledge but also posses critical thinking, empathy, and a deep understanding of global challenges”
Our programme is all about…
Experience-based learning
Together with your teammates, you will take ownership of your learning — acting as the driving force of your own education. This means that you will learn by travelling and exploring the different realities of people in Europe and globally. You will start the programme with a 4-month bus journey to Western Africa as a study project.
A Collective Approach
At our campus, in Denmark, you will live, work and study collectively. Here, students and teachers make decisions and run the college together. You will be part of a community, and gain friendships for life with students from over 20 different countries.
Economically sustainable
We have created a period to help you earn the funds for the programme together with your future teammates. This means that you only need an enrollment fee of €1.000 to join DNS. There are no extra costs throughout the 4 years.
The programme
1st year
The Global Reality
- Plan and implement a 4-months bus travel
- Do field investigations
- Learn about people and their reality
- Share your experiences back in Europe
2nd Year
The European Reality
- Live and work in a European city with your team for 6 months
- Create campaigns about sustainability, peace & education in your local area
- Do what you find most appropriate for 3 months
3rd Year
The School Reality
- Teach in a school in Denmark for 10 months
- Create projects with your students
- Study pedagogical theories with your team
4th Year
International teaching practice
- Join an existing social or educational project across the globe for 6 months
- Refine your teaching skills and gain valuable experience in new contexts.
Hear from our Graduates
Our stories
Gabrielė Babravičiūtė
Daily leader at a democractic forest school
“I think the experiences and the skills i have learned throughout the DNS programme has really prepared me for what i am doing”
Maksim Ivanov
Runs an art youth centre and tutor at a Højskole
“This place functions perfectly, you end up in an environment where everyone talks about values and bringing positive change to the world”
Louisa Battioui
Studying masters in Educational psychology
“I chose DNS because i was very impressed by the programme. I was able to travel and learn at the same time.”
Years of experience
Graduates
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