Filip Tyczyński
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At the end of a day, it pretty much depends on you, what your student experience in Denmark is like. Of course, the conditions are great (facilities, research possibilities), but it is up to you, how well you adapt to them.
Name: Filip Tyczyński
Born: in eighties
Field of study and education institution: Tourism &
Hospitality Management, Danish Business Academy Minerva
Nationality: Polish
Why did you choose to study in Denmark?
In fact, I always knew I would study abroad. Passion for
traveling, interest in culture, especially languages and love to
adventures must have been the reasons that made me think this way. The
great experience of my father, who graduated an university abroad was
also influential.
However, I considered going to Germany for longer period. I
changed my mind to Denmark after I met one former student of my present
academy at a educational fair. I have to admit, this decision was after
all quite intuitive, but I would mention that the excellent conditions
of the state economically as well as practical and individual approach
to the education as main aspects to have convinced me.
What do you like most about studying in Denmark?
Between many issues, I really appreciate the complex plan of my AP
Programme studies. The subjects, projects and internship build up one
another in a very logical way. My Tourism & Hospitality Management
program starts with the training of basic research skills and general
understanding of tourism market in macro format. The course gets more
detailed and concentrated on micro level from the third semester on,
based on the student’s work placement experiences.
Top-up studies, which lead to Bachelor Degree, can be continued on
another university, also outside Denmark. From my point of view, it is
a gateway to meeting new situations, people and opinions. Business
studies should indeed prepare to changeable, international conditions
of modern market!
What don't you like about studying in Denmark?
The system of student grants and scholarships, in my opinion,
could be improved. Generally speaking all danish students get the same
financial help, in form of a monthly allowance, while access to any
support for other international students from EU is very narrow. I
believe, scholarships based on learning results and engagement in
university life, but not dependent on nationality, could be much more
motivating and honest for everyone.
What do you like most about Denmark and the Danes?
There is no better word to describe Denmark then “hyggelig”.
Everything is near, local, traditional, safe. I like the language and
history beginning with viking times. Architecture of cities and the
landscapes can be really breathtaking. It is country of great style,
but simplicity, functionality and quality stay always more important
than the impression. It’s all for and about people here.
Danish people are very creative and always aim to be perfect. They
love to discuss, are open-minded and tolerant, but with the national
and personal consciousness well grounded. I have met many Danes worth
admiring.
Last but not at least, the longer I am in Denmark the more I tend
to believe, all the most beautiful women come from here!
What don't you like about Denmark and the Danes?
I am a bit disappointed with the eating patterns in Jutland. It is
quite surprising how many people here consider hot-dogs to be
traditionally Danish and enjoy them. I would be really glad to have a
better access to for example fresh fish in Randers.
Tell us about your best experience in Denmark
The very best experience I had during my studies in Denmark until
now actually took place in Norway. In winter I participated, in an
inter-Nordic tourism course funded by the NORDPLUS programme of the
Nordic Council of Ministers. The focus of the course was on
Geo-tourism: Tourism that sustains or enhances the geographical
character of a place.
It an incredibly exciting experience to learn this topic on real
cases in very authentic conditions, but also a great chance to have
discussion with tourism students from different countries and to see
the amazing nordic landscapes.
Do you have some advice on Danish student life in general?
At the end of a day, it pretty much depends on you, what your
student experience in Denmark is like. Of course, the conditions are
great (facilities, research possibilities), but it is up to you, how
well you adapt to them.
My general advices would be to be sure, what you want to reach by
studying, ask questions and learn to cooperate as fast as
possible.
Have you got a personal webpage or a blog which you would like to
be added to your testimonial?
No, but I’m considering to start posting on one blog soon. I will
get back to you if the idea succeed.
Any other links that you would like to share with other potential
students?
Posted Aug 25, 2008 11:30 AM
