Do I need prior experience to become a HIntSS mentor?
No! No prior experience is required to become a mentor, though it is useful if you are familiar with both the University and the city. Our mentors are provided with…
Can I be a co-mentor to my friend?
When recruiting mentors and forming the mentor groups, we will try to take into account any preferences that you express. Usually, we are able to accomodate specific requests from friends…
For how long can I be a member of the programme?
Membership of HIntSS lasts for one semester. Mentors are welcome to volunteer for longer, but will need to renew their commitment at the beginning of each semester.
Do I need to speak Danish to join the programme?
No. The programme's primary language is English, as this is the common language spoken by a majority of our international students. Some knowledge of Danish can be useful to our…
Do I have time to become a HIntSS mentor?
Being a mentor is a very flexible commitment. We don't require that you volunteer for a minimum number of hours, but we usually ask that each mentor organise at least…
Should new HIntSS mentors know a lot about the University of Copenhagen?
Our new mentors don't need to be experts. Usually, our mentees ask practical questions, like where to shop or how to take the metro. If your mentee has a question…
Can I apply directly to become a HIntSS mentee?
Unfortunately, it is not currently possible to apply directly to become a mentee. Each semester, the Faculty provides us with details of incoming exchange and international full-degree students. We then…
Can I become a HIntSS mentor if I’m not from Copenhagen?
Yes! Those from outside Copenhagen often have a better idea of how confusing the city can be. For this reason, international students, including former mentees, are always welcome to apply…
Who can become a HIntSS mentor?
Any student at the University of Copenhagen's Faculty of Humanities is welcome to apply to become a mentor. It is desireable that new mentors have been at the Faculty for…