About Aarhus University

Aarhus University is a young, modern university, established in 1928. It has grown to become a leading public research university with global reach, covering the entire research spectrum.

With more than half of its 44,000 students enrolled at Master’s or PhD level, Aarhus University is a graduate university. Today almost 12 per cent of our students are international, representing over 100 nationalities.

This is no coincidence. Aarhus University has made internationalisation a high priority. We believe it to be a prerequisite for achieving excellence in teaching and research. International students are warmly welcomed, and we value the contributions they bring to our academic traditions and our vibrant campus life.

The university offers a broad range of degree programmes in English that are deeply rooted in research and reviewed on an ongoing basis to meet the highest national and global quality standards.

At Aarhus University, talent development is one of our core activities. The university strives to create new, dynamic career paths for young researchers. The development of research talent is an ongoing process which starts at the Master’s degree level.

A degree from Aarhus University gives the best possible starting-point for a future career, be it in research, industry or in the public sector.

Why choose Aarhus University?

TOP 100 UNIVERSITY

Aarhus University is consistently ranked as one of the world’s top universities – for instance it was ranked as number 86 in the 2012 Shanghai Ranking and number 40 in Natural Sciences in the 2013 Leiden Ranking.

RESEARCH-BASED TEACHING

At Aarhus University, teaching is done by active researchers in an informal context. Dialogue between lecturers and students is considered central to the learning experience.

INTERNATIONAL ACCREDITATION

The AU School of Business and Social Sciences is accredited by EQUIS, the European Quality Improvement System.

FAVORABLE TUITION FEES

Tuition is free for EU/EEA and Swiss citizens. For students outside these areas, tuition fees range from €9,100 to €15,300 annually.

STUDY IN ENGLISH

Aarhus University offers 68 complete programmes in English at Bachelor’s and Master’s level. All PhD programmes are in English.

AN INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY

Almost 12 per cent of Aarhus University students are international, representing over 100 nationalities.

HIGHLY SATISFIED INTERNATIONAL ST UDENTS

91 per cent of international students were satisfied or more than satisfied with their overall learning experience at AU. 85 per cent rated the support and guidance by the International Centre as good or excellent.

PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT

The International Centre offers a full induction and introduction programme as well as professional support and guidance throughout your time at AU.

CAREER COUNSELLING AND JOB BANK

AU offers career counselling and a free job bank for international Master’s students and graduates.

THE GREEN CARD SCHEME

The Green Card residence permit to complete a higher educational programme in Denmark is valid for an additional six months after completion of the degree so as to give graduates time to look for work in Denmark.

SAFE, SECURE, EQUAL

Denmark is widely cited as one of the world’s most liveable places. It has the world’s highest level of income equality, according to the OECD.

Student programs

Danish Government Scholarships for foreign nationals under the Cultural Agreements
The Long-Term Scholarships

The Danish Government Scholarships under the Cultural Agreements are aimed at highly qualified exchange students Ph.D. students wishing to immerse themselves in studies of the Danish language and culture or other fields of study related to Denmark.

Scholarships are offered to exchange students and PhD-level students from higher education institutions in the following countries:

• 19 EU-countries: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovak Republic, Spain, and the Netherlands
• Iceland, Switzerland, Serbia and Turkey

Bachelor's degree students wishing to study Danish language and literature can also apply if they have studied the Danish language for two years.

Please note: Scholarships are only offered to students enrolled in degree-granting programmes at higher education institutions in the countries listed above. Ph.D. students must likewise be employed at, or affiliated with, higher education institutions in the abovementioned countries.

Applications from candidates affiliated with higher education institutions in countries other than those listed will not be taken into consideration.　

Purpose:

The Danish Government Scholarships under the Cultural Agreements are aimed at highly qualified exchange students and Ph.D. students wishing to immerse themselves in studies of the Danish language and culture or other fields of study related to Denmark, such as: design, architecture, environmental studies, and other related fields.

When applications are reviewed, Danish host institutions carry out an individual assessment based on certain selection criteria.

Applicants from Non-EU countries:

For more information, please go to the website of the Danish Agency for Universities and Internationalisation.

Selection Criteria for Long-Term Study Scholarships

In order to ensure that the most qualified candidates are nominated for a scholarship under the Cultural Agreements, the scholarship committee has defined a set of criteria for the assessment of applicants. While the successful candidate does not necessarily need to meet all criteria, applicants who meet several criteria will have a better standing in the selection process than applicants who do not.

Please note that only master’s students can apply for scholarships. However, for studies in Danish language and literature, bachelor's level students can apply if they have studied Danish language for two years prior to when they wish to start their stay in Denmark.

In the selection process, the Danish host institutions will give priority to candidates:

• Who motivate their choice of a specific research programme or field of study through its relation to Danish language, culture or other Danish areas of expertise. Successful applicants will describe the Danish dimension in their choice of studies or research when applying in fields such as: design, music, architecture, welfare, environmental studies, etc.
• Who are nominated by a lecturer who teaches Danish in their home country. Applicants should include a reference from the lecturer in their application.
• Who study Danish or Scandinavian languages and literature.
• Who refer to an internationally acclaimed lecturer at the desired Danish host institution with whom they would like to study.
• Who have contacted the desired Danish host university and received an invitation from a lecturer to conduct studies or research there.
• Who study at a partner university or institution of the desired Danish host university.

Please note you are ineligible for a scholarship if:

• You are already enrolled or planning to enroll in a full degree, joint degree, or double degree programme in Denmark. Full, joint, and double degree students enrolled in a Danish institution are not considered exchange students and are ineligible for scholarships.
• You are not currently enrolled in, or conducting research at, an institution of higher education in your home country.
• You intend to pursue studies at a bachelor’s level during your stay in Denmark in fields other than Danish language and literature.
• You intend to pursue studies at a Ph.D. or post-doctorate level during your stay in Denmark
• You plan to conduct studies or research on a part-time, rather than a full-time, basis.