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Aarhus University

Aarhus University is a leading Danish public research university, recognised for research-based education, broad academic strength, and an international campus environment.

Updated 13 August 2026

#128 QS World University Rankings 202750+ full degree programmes taught in English ProgrammesFounded in 1928

Campus

Aarhus University · Denmark

Overview

About Aarhus University

Aarhus University (AU) is a comprehensive public research university founded in 1928 and one of Denmark’s foremost academic institutions. From its distinctive University Park in Aarhus, AU brings research and teaching together across five faculties spanning the humanities, business and social sciences, health, natural sciences, and technical sciences. Its academic culture is research-led, collaborative, and built around critical inquiry rather than classroom learning in isolation.

Students learn in an environment where active researchers contribute directly to teaching, interdisciplinary work is encouraged, and collaboration with public institutions, industry, and society supports innovation and real-world impact. AU combines the scale and research depth of a major university with a campus-centred student experience, supported by dedicated international services and a strong network of academic, cultural, and student-led communities.

For Aarhus University (AU), UnivEase provides Global Admission Counselling with structured support from programme selection to final offer acceptance. Our service includes Bangladesh-specific qualification review, subject and ECTS mapping, English-test planning, document preparation guidance, application coordination, and post-offer planning. Admission and scholarship decisions are made solely by the university.

At a glance

Key Highlights

#128 in QS World University Rankings 2027

QS Ranking

50+ complete degree programmes at Bachelor’s and Master’s level

English Study

Five faculties covering the full academic spectrum

Research Profile

120+ nationalities represented

International Community

IELTS 6.5 overall, with no band below 6.0 for English B; higher requirements may apply

English Requirement

Research-based teaching with interdisciplinary and external collaboration

Academic Model

AU Housing has access to about 500 rooms/flats; availability is limited

Accommodation

Limited Danish State Scholarships for eligible fee-paying Master’s applicants; none at Bachelor level

Scholarships

Recognition

Rankings & Recognition

QS World University Rankings 2027 #128

Times Higher Education World University Rankings #101

Shanghai Academic Ranking of World Universities #85

NTU World University Ranking #90

US News Best Global Universities #117

THE Most International Universities #59

Catalogue

Programmes at Aarhus University

MSc in Mathematics

Master'sAlgebra, Analysis, Geometry, Topology, Probability, Statistics, Optimisation & CryptologyOn Campus September

€17,300/yr

৳24,69,402

2 years

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MSc in Biology

Master'sEcology, Evolution, Physiology, Microbiology, Genomics & BiodiversityOn Campus August / September

€17,300/yr

৳24,69,402

2 years

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MSc in Molecular Biology

Master'sMolecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Microbiology, Bioinformatics & Protein ScienceOn Campus August / September

€17,300/yr

৳24,72,516

2 years

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MSc in Biotechnology and Chemical Engineering

Master'sBiotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Sustainable Processes, Materials & Environmental TechnologyOn Campus September

€17,300/yr

৳24,72,516

2 years

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MSc in Molecular Nutrition and Food Technology

Master'sMolecular Nutrition, Food Technology, Biochemistry, Food Chemistry & Molecular BiologyOn Campus August / September

€17,300/yr

৳24,72,516

2 years

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MSc in Civil and Architectural Engineering

Master'sCivil Engineering, Structures, Geotechnics, Building Science & Construction ManagementOn Campus September

€17,300/yr

৳24,72,516

2 years

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MSc in Computer Engineering

Master'sAI, Computer Vision, Cybersecurity, Networks, Robotics, Software & Computer SystemsOn Campus September

€17,300/yr

৳24,72,516

2 years

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MSc in Electrical Engineering

Master'sElectrical Engineering, Electronics, Communications, Energy, Photonics, Robotics & AIOn Campus September

€17,300/yr

৳24,72,516

2 years

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MSc in Nanoscience

Master'sNanoscience, Nanophysics, Nanochemistry, Molecular Biology & NanobiotechnologyOn Campus August / September

€17,300/yr

৳24,72,516

2 years

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MSc in Engineering - Technology-Based Business Development

Master'sTechnology Management, Operations, Energy Systems, Digitalisation & BusinessOn Campus February & September

€17,300/yr

৳24,72,516

2 years

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MSc in Physics

Master'sPhysics, Astronomy, Quantum Physics, Astrophysics, Computational & Experimental PhysicsOn Campus August / September

€17,300/yr

৳24,72,516

2 years

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MSc in Geoscience

Master'sGeoscience, Geology, Geophysics & Earth SciencesOn Campus August / September

€17,300/yr

৳24,72,516

2 years

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MSc in Science Studies

Master'sScience Studies, History & Philosophy of Science, Science and Society & Science CommunicationOn Campus August / September

€17,300/yr

৳24,72,516

2 years

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MSc in Mechanical Engineering

Master'sMechanical Engineering, Energy, Thermofluids, Robotics, Materials, Design & ManufacturingOn Campus August / September

€17,300/yr

৳24,72,516

2 years

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MSc in Statistics

Master'sStatistics, Mathematical Statistics & Probability TheoryOn Campus August / September

€17,300/yr

৳24,72,516

2 years

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Eligibility

Admission Requirements

IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall, with no band below 6.0 for English B; some programmes require English A (7.0 overall)

TOEFL iBT: 83 overall with at least 20 in each band for tests before 21 January 2026; 4.5 overall with at least 4.0 in each band from 21 January 2026

Cambridge English: 180 for English B; 190 for English A

PTE / Duolingo: Not accepted by Aarhus University for the university English requirement

Graduate Programmes: A completed Bachelor’s degree equivalent in level and duration to a Danish Bachelor’s degree (180 ECTS) is required, together with programme-specific subject and ECTS prerequisites. All AU Master’s programmes have limited intake and ranking criteria.

Undergraduate Entry for Bangladeshi Applicants: AU assesses Bangladeshi qualifications under its general non-European rules. Most non-European secondary qualifications must be combined with at least one year of university/college study, alongside programme-specific subject requirements. Final equivalence is determined by AU Admissions.

Research / PhD Programmes: Admission is handled through AU’s graduate-school and project-specific processes. A relevant Master’s degree or equivalent is normally required, while supervisor, funding, project, and deadline requirements vary by faculty and call.

Work Experience: Not a general university requirement; relevant employment is mandatory for selected work-integrated Master’s programmes and may apply to individual professional programmes.

GMAT / GRE: Not a university-wide requirement; submit only where the individual programme explicitly requests it.

Application Documents: Certified diplomas and transcripts, passport, English evidence, and any programme-specific appendices or course descriptions are required. Bachelor applications use optagelse.dk; Master’s applications use AU’s online application portal.

Application Portal & Fees: Non-EU/EEA/Swiss applicants normally pay a €150 application fee. The Master’s fee covers up to three AU applications. Published 2026/27 non-EU tuition is programme-dependent, generally €13,000 or €17,300 per 60 ECTS/year.

Calendar

Application Deadlines

Master’s – August/September Intake: Non-EU applicants apply by 15 January at midnight CET. For programmes starting in summer 2027, English-language documentation is also due by 15 January.

Master’s – January/February Intake: Available for a limited number of programmes. The non-EU deadline is 15 September; the 2026 application portal opens on 24 August.

Bachelor’s – September Intake: Non-EU applicants and applicants with foreign qualifying examinations apply by 15 March at 12:00 noon CET. Fee-paying applicants must have the final qualifying diploma, required documents, English evidence, and application fee in place by that deadline.

Bachelor’s – Winter / Research Entry: Selected engineering programmes with January/February start use a 1 November Bachelor deadline. PhD application periods are graduate-school, vacancy, or project specific.

UnivEase Guidance Available

For Aarhus University (AU), UnivEase provides structured admission guidance from programme selection to final offer acceptance, including Bangladesh-specific eligibility review, HSC and higher-education document checks, subject/ECTS mapping, English planning, and application preparation.

Note: Entry requirements, tuition, intakes, deadlines, scholarships, and final admission decisions are determined by Aarhus University.

Funding

Scholarships at Aarhus University

Aarhus University Danish State Scholarship

Eligibility: AU · Tuition-fee-paying non-EU/EEA Master’s applicants · Bangladeshi applicants included

Amount: Limited · Automatic consideration · Full or partial tuition waiver; some faculties may also include a monthly living grant

Natural & Technical Sciences Tuition Fee Waivers

Eligibility: AU Natural Sciences / Technical Sciences · Highly qualified fee-paying Master’s applicants

Amount: Up to 100% tuition fee waiver · Limited · Automatic academic consideration

External Scholarships & Funding

Eligibility: External schemes · Eligibility varies by fund, nationality, and programme

Amount: Varies · Aarhus University does not offer scholarships for Bachelor’s degree programmes

Aarhus University automatically considers eligible tuition-fee-paying Master’s applicants for its limited Danish State Scholarships when they apply by the admission deadline. Awards are highly competitive and may differ by faculty; Bachelor’s applicants should plan funding without relying on an AU scholarship.

Scholarship information for Aarhus University is being curated. Book a free consultation to ask about funding options.

Student life

Campus & Student Life

Housing

Around 500 AU Housing rooms/flats; non-EU full-degree housing is temporary and not guaranteed

Campus Facilities

Libraries, study spaces, labs, student houses, and international support

Sports & Societies

AU Sport, student associations, cultural activities, and campus events

Campuses

Aarhus, Herning, Viborg, and Emdrup

Health Cover

Public healthcare after CPR registration; temporary cover advised beforehand

Student Work

Up to 90 hours/month Sep–May; full-time Jun–Aug

Global Community

International students from 120+ nationalities

Aarhus University offers a distinctive campus experience centred on the University Park and closely integrated with the city of Aarhus. International students have access to dedicated arrival support, study facilities, student organisations, and housing guidance. AU accommodation is limited, so non-EU full-degree students should apply early and keep private-market alternatives available.

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