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Aarhus University
Aarhus Campus, Aarhus Denmark
# 144QS World University Rankings
7Undergraduate programs
91Postgraduate programs
10,000 EURTuition Fee/year
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About Aarhus University
Aarhus University in Denmark
Aarhus University is more than just a Top 100 university with research-based teaching and numerous programmes in English. It is a community.
A community of Danes and internationals
As an international student at Aarhus University, you will never be alone. You will be part of a group of more than four thousand international students, representing 120 nationalities. At the same time, the university and your fellow Danish students, all of whom speak fantastic English, are ready to help you feel safe and welcome in your new home country.
A community in the city
Students at Aarhus University benefit from the strong connection between the university, the city, and its many international businesses that support their study possibilities and opens the way to a successful future career.
A community of staff and students
Studying at Aarhus University means taking research-intensive courses, all taught by active researchers. The study environment is informal, and the open and critical discussions between students and professors make for a very exciting and dynamic learning experience. Many former students have told us how much they appreciate that the professor’s door is always open and their teachers are always ready to help them succeed in their studies.
These – and the fact that students have access to amazing facilities – are some of the reasons why former and current international students chose Aarhus University.
Why choose Aarhus University?
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About Aarhus University
Aarhus University in Denmark
Aarhus University is more than just a Top 100 university with research-based teaching and numerous programmes in English. It is a community.
A community of Danes and internationals
As an international student at Aarhus University, you will never be alone. You will be part of a group of more than four thousand international students, representing 120 nationalities. At the same time, the university and your fellow Danish students, all of whom speak fantastic English, are ready to help you feel safe and welcome in your new home country.
A community in the city
Students at Aarhus University benefit from the strong connection between the university, the city, and its many international businesses that support their study possibilities and opens the way to a successful future career.
A community of staff and students
Studying at Aarhus University means taking research-intensive courses, all taught by active researchers. The study environment is informal, and the open and critical discussions between students and professors make for a very exciting and dynamic learning experience. Many former students have told us how much they appreciate that the professor’s door is always open and their teachers are always ready to help them succeed in their studies.
These – and the fact that students have access to amazing facilities – are some of the reasons why former and current international students chose Aarhus University.
Why choose Aarhus University?
Upcoming Events
Available programs
Bachelor UG
Master PG
PHD
Aarhus University provides the following English-language Bachelor’s degree programs (please find direct links under Programs):
Tuition is free for EU, EEA and Swiss citizens. For other students, tuition fees are set annually and can be found on the Aarhus University website.
Over ten percent of Aarhus’ student body is international, representing 100 different nationalities. For these international students, the International Centre offers an orientation programme as well as support and guidance during their time at the university.
Business and Management (3)
BSc in Economics and Business Administration (Campus Aarhus)
BSc in Economics and Business Administration (Campus Herning)
Bachelor of Science Economics and Buisness Administration
Engineering and Technology (3)
BSc in Computer Science
BSc in Data Science
BSc in IT Product Development
Life Sciences and Medicine (3)
BSc in Cognitive Science
Aarhus University provides English-language postgraduate programmess in the following subject areas (please find a list of all English-taught postgraduate degree programmes under Programs):
All PhD programs are taught in English.
Aarhus University was ranked 107th in the QS World University Rankings 2015/16. In the 2015 edition of the QS World University Rankings by Subject, Aarhus University was ranked 23rd for dentistry and 60th for life sciences and medicine. Aarhus University’s School of Business and Social Sciences (BSS) is accredited by AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS, making it a triple crown accredited business school.
All of the professors at Aarhus University are active researchers. As a result, all of the university’s programs are reviewed on a regular basis in order to ensure that they meet the highest national and world standards.
Over half of Aarhus University’s 40,000 students study at the Master’s or PhD level. Over ten percent of the student body is international, representing 100 different nationalities. Aarhus’ international students have access to an International Centre which offers an orientation programme as well as support and guidance during their time at the university. Danes were recently ranked as the best non-native English speakers in the world, so it is easy for international students to get along in Denmark even if they don’t speak Danish.
Tuition is free for EU, EEA and Swiss citizens. For other students, tuition fees are set annually and can be on the Aarhus University website.
All international Masters students and graduates are given access to career counselling services and a free job bank. The green card residence permit which allows students to complete a higher education programme in Denmark allows students to stay in Denmark for six months after graduation so they have time to look for work.
Arts and Humanities (6)
MA in English
MA in Intercultural Studies
MA in Linguistics
Business and Management (6)
MSc in Business Administration
MSc in Business Administration - Business Psychology
MSc in Business Administration – Business Innovation
MSc in Data Science
MSc in Economics and Business Administration - Business Intelligence
MSc in Economics and Business Administration - Commercial and Retail Management
MSc in Economics and Business Administration - Digital Business Management
MSc in Economics and Business Administration - Finance
MSc in Economics and Business Administration - Finance and International Business
MSc in Economics and Business Administration - Innovation Management
MSc in Economics and Business Administration - International Business
MSc in Economics and Business Administration - International Business Development
MSc in Economics and Business Administration - International Economic Consulting
MSc in Economics and Business Administration - Management Accounting and Control
MSc in Economics and Business Administration - Marketing Analytics and Strategy
MSc in Economics and Business Administration - Operations and Supply Chain Analytics
MSc in Economics and Business Administration - Strategic Value Chain Management
MSc in Economics and Business Administration - Strategy, Organisation and Leadership
MSc in Engineering - Technology Based Business Development
Master of Science Economics and Business Administration
Engineering and Technology (6)
MSc in Biotechnology and Chemical Engineering
MSc in Civil and Architectural Engineering
MSc in Computer Engineering
MSc in Computer Science
MSc in Electrical Engineering
MSc in IT Product Development
MSc in Mechanical Engineering
MSc in Quantum Technologies and Engineering (QuanTEEM) (Erasmus Mundus)
Life Sciences and Medicine (6)
MA in Sustainable Heritage Management
MSc in Agro-Environmental Management
MSc in Agrobiology
MSc in Anthropology - Visual Anthropology
MSc in Bioinformatics
MSc in Biology
MSc in Cognitive Science
MSc in Human Security
MSc in Molecular Biology
MSc in Molecular Nutrition and Food Technology
Natural Sciences (6)
MSc in Chemistry
MSc in Geology
MSc in Geophysics
MSc in Mathematics
MSc in Mathematics-Economics
MSc in Medicinal Chemistry
MSc in Nanoscience
MSc in Physics
MSc in Science Studies
MSc in Soils and Global Change (Erasmus Mundus)
Social Sciences and Management (6)
MA in Children's Literature, Media & Cultural Entrepreneurship (Erasmus Mundus)
MA in European Studies
MA in Journalism, Media and Globalisation (Erasmus Mundus)
MSc in Economics
MSc in Statistics
Arts and Humanities (6)
Art, Literature and Cultural Studies
History, Archeology and Classical Studies
Language, Linguistics, Communication, and Cognition
Business and Management (6)
PhD in Business Development and Technology
PhD in Management
Engineering and Technology (6)
Biological and Chemical Engineering
Civil and Architectural Engineering
Computer Science
Electrical and Computer Engineering
Mechanical and Production Engineering
Life Sciences and Medicine (6)
Agroecology
Animal Science
Anthropology, Global Studies and the Study of Religion
Biology
Biomedicine
ClinFO (Clinical Medicine, Forensic Medicine and Dentistry and Oral Health)
Ecoscience
Molecular Biology and Genetics
Psychology and Behavioural Science
Quantitative Genetics and Genomics
Natural Sciences (6)
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Food Science
Geoscience
Mathematics
Nanoscience
Physics and Astronomy
Social Sciences and Management (6)
Didactics
Economics and Business Economics
ICT, Media, Communication and Journalism
Law
Learning and Education
Political Science
Public Health
Theology, History of Ideas and Philosophy
University information
For admission requirements for each individual programme please see the webpage for each programme.
A number of programmes have limited intake, which means that only the best among the qualified applicants will be selected for admission.
English-language requirements
All applicants with a non-Danish qualifying examination or Bachelor’s degree must document their English-language qualifications.
The level can be documented with, for example, a TOEFL test – minimum 560 (paper-based) or 83 (internet-based) – or an IELTS test with a minimum of 6.5 points.
Application process
For our Master’s programmes, the application portal opens in November.
The deadline to apply is 15 January for non-EU/EEA/Swiss and 1 March for EU/EEA/Swiss
(Please note that it is possible to upload documentation that you have completed your Bachelor’s degree at a later stage and also your English language test)
For Bachelor’s programmes, the deadline to apply is 15 March at noon (CET).
Commencement of studies is around 1 September.
Please note that our Engineering programmes have commencement of studies twice a year – for programmes starting in Winter the application deadline is 15 September.
Further information on how to apply can be found at Masters.au.dk
General
Bachelor
ON CAMPUS FACILITIES
Aarhus University Libraries
AU Library has 19 locations around the different campuses. Some are open to students and staff 24 hours a day and offer spacious reading rooms. All libraries and AU buildings offer free internet. The main library of the university is the Royal Danish Library, and almost every department has its own specialised libary. All university libraries are on the same borrowing system and along with an extensive electronic journal database, the Royal Danish Library subscribes to all major newspapers around the world.
Aarhus University Sports (AUS)
The AUS is open to all university students and organises a wide range of activities, from badminton to fencing to chess.
Student counsellors
Student counsellors are senior students who are there to advise other students in their department. This is the first place to go when students have questions regarding anything to do with their studies at the university.
Canteen service
There are numerous canteens located on all AU campus locations.
Student Advisory Office
This group of social workers and psychologists assists students with personal matters.
This service is free of charge and completely confidential.
Friday Bar
The Friday bars are a good opportunity for students to meet and enjoy a drink together. Every Friday around 2 pm, each department sets up a small bar in a canteen or a classroom serving beer and soft drinks.
Student life
CAMPUS LIFE
The main campus at Aarhus University is located in the centre of Aarhus. Though students will be enrolled at a particular department, they will also feel that they are part of the university as a whole. The campus provides a unique and dynamic study environment which influences both the academic and social environments. Students from different departments meet in the Friday bars, at Studenterhus Aarhus, at concerts in the University Park and around the rest of the city.
STUDY AND TEACHING ENVIRONMENT
Active participation in class
Most courses use a combination of large lectures and smaller classroom-based seminars. In the seminars, you are expected to participate, for instance by asking questions, taking part in discussions or giving presentations. Critical thinking and freedom of speech are important at Aarhus University, and it is okay not to share all of your lecturer’s opinions.
Study methods at AU and in Denmark
While course work activities count as part of the final examination grade for most courses, there are rarely visible checkups (e.g. roll calls) on your presence in class. This leaves you with a high degree of freedom to be matched by your own responsibility and self-discipline. Please also note that in some courses class attendance is actually a pre-requisite for participating in the exam. Danish higher education is characterised by an analytical approach. Students are thus not only expected to accumulate and reproduce knowledge but also to compare, analyse and evaluate on an individual basis.
Most courses are followed by both Danish and international students. We hope that the classroom environment will pave the way for social interaction between international and Danish students.
Classroom Culture
As an international student or researcher, you may be surprised by the study culture at Aarhus University. The study culture Denmark is informal, and the hierarchy between lecturers and students is flat and not very strict.
Rather than Ms., Mrs., Mr., Dr. or Professor, most lecturers will ask you to call them by their first name, and students and lecturers are typically on first name terms. Professors and other staff members often chat informally with the students and socialise with them during breaks.
LIVING IN AARHUS - DENMARK'S #1 STUDENT CITY
The university’s main campus is located in Aarhus. From here, beach, harbour, and forest are all within a fifteen-minute bike ride.
With a Top 100 university right in the heart of town, Aarhus is swarming with students. The city is full of opportunities aimed at young people. Concerts, museums, nightlife and shopping (as well as the dorms) are all within walking distance.
Down on the harbour, Aarhus boasts the largest public library in Scandinavia, Dokk1 – a cultural centre offering a modern, functional and visually stunning experience.
Aarhus is known as Denmark’s culinary capital and has four Michelin-starred restaurants. There are dining opportunities everywhere and for every budget – from cosy cafés in the Latin Quarter to the modern restaurants in the central shopping area.
Welcome to Denmark’s number one student city!
On our website, you can find student profiles that will give you an authentic taste of student life at Aarhus University – told by our current students to you and other prospective students.
Learn about how they chose their degree programme and how they experienced the leap from upper secondary school to university, get good advice about living well on a tight budget, and catch a glimpse of their everyday life at Aarhus University.
See more at our website under Student Life.
DURING YOUR STUDIES
Many students in Denmark take student jobs or part-time jobs while they study at university. As an international student at Aarhus University, you are free to use our database for part-time jobs and student jobs.
AFTER YOU GRADUATE
For Aarhus University graduates, there are many possibilities after university. In Denmark, The unemployment rate is currently about 5 percent. In 2018 we asked AU classes from 2015–2017 about their employment status and 90 percent had a job.
Aarhus University has excellent career services designed specifically for international students. Learn more under Future and Career.
WHERE DO GRADUATES WORK?
AU graduates work in hundreds of different companies and organisations on a host of different career paths. Most students find work in Denmark, but around 10 percent choose to work abroad.
As an international student, it helps to know the Danish language and Danish culture if you wish to find a job in Denmark after your studies.
Here are the top six companies employing the most AU graduates according to LinkedIn:
• Aarhus University Hospital
• Danske Bank
• Novo Nordisk
• Arla Foods
• Vestas
• LEGO Group
Tuition fee and scholarships
Domestic Students
International Students
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
In this guide you will find:
Where to look for scholarship opportunities
How to apply to scholarships relevant to you
A list of available scholarships around the world
A scholarship application checklist
Rankings & ratings
Aarhus University is one of the top public universities in Aarhus, Denmark. It is ranked #144 in QS World University Rankings 2025.
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