Novo Nordisk Foundation’s Science High School Teacher Award (Denmark)

Prerequisites

• The award is aimed at teachers in Danish secondary schools. Secondary school teachers who teach science subjects can be considered. That is to say:
  • Astronomy
  • Biology
  • Biotechnology
  • Physics
  • Geoscience
  • Chemistry
  • Mathematics
  • Natural Geography
  • Technical Subject
  • Technology

Funding Information

• The Novo Nordisk Foundation Science High School Teacher’s Prize is awarded annually and is divided into two prizes; one for a high school teacher east of the Great Belt and one for a high school teacher west of the Great Belt. Each award consists of a sum of DKK 250,000 consisting of a personal honor award of DKK 50,000 and DKK 200,000 for the high school. The share that accrues to the upper secondary school must be used for the development of natural science teaching (e.g. purchase of experimental equipment, upgrading of premises/inventory, excursions or continuing education). Participation and stay at the Big Bang conference 2025 for the prize recipient is also included in the price.

Eligibility Criteria

• The main criterion is that candidates have delivered a special teaching effort within one or more of these subjects. In the selection, emphasis is also placed on candidates:
  • Creates interest and motivation for science and technology among young people.
  • Develops, applies and shares inspiring natural science teaching methods.
  • Actively participates in externally oriented science activities and/or participates in collaborations across subjects or education levels.
  • Contributes to promoting a stimulating science environment that qualifies colleagues.
  • All criteria do not have to be met for a nominated teacher to be considered.

For more information, visit Novo Nordisk Foundation.