”I want more new knowledge”

Shiella Mae Meradores from the Philippines did cultural exchange in Denmark and used the opportunity as a stepping stone to study biotechnology.

“I will have to write the documentation after my exams, though,“ she says.

She simply does not have the time before her exams.

Other type of study

Shiella has a BA in Chemistry and has worked for three years in the Philippines, before coming to Denmark. In Denmark the theoretical framework is combined with practical skills.

“We have all the necessary equipment and learn about the different technologies in the industries by site visits and theoretical approaches, and we do projects in collaboration with the local industries. It is super interesting,” she says.

The only barrier for Shiella is the language.

“I only learned the very basic of Danish language, but luckily most Danes speak English. I would love to learn Danish, especially the pronunciation, because it is very difficult.”