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Aarhus University

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Overview

Established in 1928, the Aarhus Universitet (Aarhus University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Aarhus (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Central Denmark Region. This institution also has a branch campus in København and Herning. Officially recognized by the Uddannelses- og Forskningsministeriet (Ministry of Higher Education and Science of Denmark), Aarhus Universitet (AU) is a large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 25,000-29,999 students) coeducational Danish higher education institution. Aarhus Universitet (AU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 97-year-old Danish higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. AU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Aarhus University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Aarhus University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Aarhus University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge sized

Selectivity

Aarhus University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name (English) Aarhus University
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym AU
Founded 1928
Motto Solidum petit in profundis
Seek a firm footing in the depths
Colours
Mascot
Video Presentation

University Location

Address Nordre Ringgade 1
Aarhus
8000 Central Denmark Region
Denmark
Aarhus University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Aarhus University Phone Number 8942 1111
Aarhus University Fax Number 8619 7029
Other locations København and Herning

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Aarhus Universitet is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Aarhus Universitet's academic range and degree level offering.



Aarhus Universitet: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Aarhus University's areas of study and degree levels currently offered; the above matrix may not be complete or up-to-date.

Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Aarhus Universitet categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Aarhus Universitet.



Aarhus University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro)
International
students		 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) Not reported

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on Aarhus University's yearly tuition fees which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e., face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Aarhus University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Aarhus University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Aarhus University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Aarhus University has more than 2600 international students.

Aarhus University's Admission Office Admission Office

Fredrik Nielsens vej 5
Risskov 8240
8715 0720


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Aarhus University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate. The above information may not be complete or up-to-date.

Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Aarhus University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 25,000 to 29,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Aarhus University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 1,500 to 1,999 members.


Aarhus University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Aarhus University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Aarhus University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Aarhus University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Aarhus University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Aarhus University is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Aarhus University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Aarhus University's Library


Aarhus University's Housing University Housing

Yes


Aarhus University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Aarhus University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Yes


University Services


Aarhus University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Aarhus University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Aarhus University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Aarhus University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Aarhus University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Aarhus University's facilities and services. The information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Aarhus University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Aarhus University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Uddannelses- og Forskningsministeriet

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1933


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Aarhus Universitet's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD-EQUIS)
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International)
  • Association of MBAs (ABA)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Aarhus University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Aarhus Universitet's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • European University Association (EUA)
  • Utrecht Network
  • Coimbra Group
  • EuroScience
  • GUILD


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Aarhus Universitet 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics for some of Aarhus University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and as an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Aarhus Universitet's Facebook page review

X X (Twitter)

Aarhus Universitet's X page review

YouTube YouTube

Aarhus Universitet's Youtube page review

Instagram Instagram

Aarhus Universitet's Instagram page review

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Aarhus Universitet's official LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing, and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.


Wikipedia

Wikipedia Article Wikipedia Article

Aarhus Universitet's Wikipedia article

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