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About AU
Aarhus University (AU) — public non-profit university. It is located in Arhus, Denmark. AU is a member of European University Association (EUA), Coimbra Group, Utrecht Network.
QS World University Rankings collects data on the best institutions in the world, according to which AU is on top-140. The educational institution is in 109 position of Times Higher Education World University Ranking (THE).
AU does research in different fields of study and offers bachelor, master and doctorate programs.
- Location
- Arhus, Denmark
- Establishment year
- 1928
- Students
- 30,013
- International students
- 3,595
- Female students
- 55%
Place in ratings
- Rating QS
- 2024#143
- Rating THE
- 2024#109
By subject
Subject | Place in QS 2023 |
---|---|
Agriculture & Forestry | 39 |
Arts & Humanities | 85 |
Life Sciences & Medicine | 109 |
Social Sciences & Management | 164 |
Accounting & Finance | 201-250 |
Natural Sciences | 226 |
Engineering & Technology | 279 |
AU tuition fees
At AU, the academic calendar is divided into two semesters. However, tuition fees are calculated per year. Free education at AU is open for EU and Switzerland residents. For other international students, only Danish programs are free (B2 level). Tuition fees for English programs start from 8,513 USD per year. The university has several financial aid programs that help students cover part of the cost of education. The exact cost of programs and information on the availability of scholarships can be found on the website of the university.
When choosing an educational institution, it is necessary to take into account additional costs: accommodation, transportation, educational materials, meals and personal expenses.
- Academic calendar
- Semesters
- Financial Aid
- Yes
- Citizens
- Free
- Bachelor
- 9,045USD/year
- Master
- 8,513USD/year
- Doctorate
- Free
Study programs at AU
Social Sciences & Management
Cognitive Science
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Other
Economics and Business Administration
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Economics and Business Administration (Herning)
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Geophysics
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Mathematics
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Nanoscience
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Science Studies
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Computer Science & IT
IT Product Development
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Arts & Humanities
English
- Study degree
- MA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Intercultural Studies
- Study degree
- MA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Geology
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Journalism & Media
Children's Literature, Media and Culture
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time
Economics & Business Management
Economics
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Economics and Business Administration - Business Intelligence
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Economics and Business Administration - Business-to-Business Marketing and Purchasing
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Economics and Business Administration - Commercial Retail Management
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Economics and Business Administration - Finance
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Humanities
Children's Literature, Media and Culture
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time
European Studies
- Study degree
- MA
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Social Sciences & Management
Children's Literature, Media and Culture
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time
Cognitive Science
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Economics and Business Administration - Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study form
- Full-time
Human Security
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Statistics
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Engineering & Technology
Biotechnology and Chemical Engineering
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Medicine
Biology
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Molecular Biology
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Molecular Nutrition and Food Technology
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Agriculture & Forestry
Agro-Environmental Management
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Agrobiology
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Other
Anthropology - Visual Anthropology
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Arab and Islamic Studies
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time
Astronomy
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Biodiversity Ecology and Evolution
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Biodiversity Ecology and Evolution (Double Degree)
- Study degree
- MA
- Study form
- Full-time
Medicine
Public Health
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Applied Sciences & Professions
Food Science
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Journalism & Media
ICT, Media, Communication and Journalism
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Computer Science & IT
Computer Science
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Education & Training
Didactics
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Learning and Education
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Humanities
Anthropology, Global Studies and the Study of Religion
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Art, Literature and Cultural Studies
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
History, Archeology and Classical Studies
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Language, Linguistics and Cognition
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Theology, History of Ideas and Philosophy
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Arts & Humanities
Art, Literature and Cultural Studies
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Social Sciences & Management
Anthropology, Global Studies and the Study of Religion
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Art, Literature and Cultural Studies
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
History, Archeology and Classical Studies
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
ICT, Media, Communication and Journalism
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Language, Linguistics and Cognition
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Agriculture & Forestry
Animal Science
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Animal Science
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Chemistry
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Computer Science
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Environmental Sciences
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Nanosience
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Agroecology
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Environmental Sciences
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Engineering & Technology
Agroecology
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Chemistry
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Environmental Sciences
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Nanosience
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Other
Ecoscience
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Mathematics
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study form
- Full-time
Bachelor degree at AU
Before submitting documents to the university, applicants take an English language exam. The university accepts the results of IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum TOEFL score is 83. The IELTS score is not lower than 6.5. Additionally, upon admission, an International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma can be accepted.
- IELTS
- 6.5
- TOEFL iBT
- 83
Master's degree at AU
When considering candidates for master's programs, the admission committee of the university pays attention to the student's academic performance during the undergraduate program. It is impossible to enter AU for a master's program without confirming knowledge of the English language. You can do this by passing IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum TOEFL score for admission is 83. IELTS — 6.5 or higher.
- IELTS
- 6.5
- TOEFL iBT
- 83
Doctorate degree at AU
If you decide to pursue a career in science and enroll in a doctoral program, you must pass the language exam — IELTS, TOEFL or CAE. For enrollment, you need to pass IELTS with 6.5 points. The minimum score for TOEFL is 83.
- IELTS
- 6.5
- TOEFL iBT
- 83
AU campus
The city campus of AU provides students with countless opportunities for work and recreation — from sitting in a coffee shop with a laptop to internships at large companies. Arhus has a well developed entertainment infrastructure, but the rhythm of the big city can be distracting for some students. The university students have access to the library. It is an integral part of learning. Students come here for educational literature or to do their homework. Not only locals study at AU, but also students from other countries. The variety of cultures represented broadens the horizons of students and fills student life with all sorts of activities, the purpose of which is cultural exchange.
- Campus Type
- Urban
- Library
- Yes
What to do after graduation
If you want to stay in Denmark after graduation, you can apply for a job seeker visa that will allow you to live and work in the country for another 2 years. Graduates of AU are in demand in the labor market, as the reputation of the educational institution among employers is quite high according to the results of the QS world ranking. Look for more immigration options in our article.
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