Information is exploratory. For accurate information, refer to the official website of the school.

About AAU

Aalborg University (AAU) — public non-profit university. It is located in Aalborg, Denmark. The higher education institution was founded not so long ago — in 1974 — which is why it is considered one of the youngest in the country. As an active member of European University Association (EUA), Conference of European Schools for Advanced Engineering Education and Research (CESAER), European Consortium of Innovative Universities (ECIU), AAU is participating in developing the academic environment.

The university is in top-310 of the best universities in the world, according to QS World University Rankings. This is one of the best universities in the world. Judged by 13 aspects of Times Higher Education World University Ranking (THE), it conquered 251 place among top institutions.

AAU does research in different fields of study and invites students to bachelor and master programs.

Location
Aalborg, Denmark
Establishment year
1974
Students
16,951
International students
2,474
Female students
49%

Place in ratings

By subject
SubjectPlace in QS 2024
Engineering & Technology186
Arts & Humanities362
Social Sciences & Management401-450
Life Sciences & Medicine501-550
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AAU tuition fees

As in many other universities in the country, the academic calendar at AAU is divided into two semesters. But for convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. At public Danish universities, local citizens and EU residents can study for free. For foreigners, tuition is free only for Danish programs (B2 level). English programs at AAU start from 1,991 USD per year. The university has several scholarships to help students cover part of the cost of education. On the official website of the university, you will find all the relevant information about tuition fees and scholarships.

Also, consider other expenses: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals, and personal expenses.

Academic calendar
Semesters
Scholarships
Yes
Citizens
Free
Bachelor
5,192USD/year
Master
1,991USD/year

Study programs at AAU

Applied Sciences & Professions
Bachelor's Degree Programme in Social Work
Study degree
BA
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
GPA, CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Applied Sciences & Professions
Scholarships
Yes
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Mathematics
Study degree
BSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
GPA, CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Scholarships
Yes
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Mathematics-Economics
Study degree
BSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
GPA, CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Scholarships
Yes
Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology
Study form
Full-time
Duration
36 months
Exams
TOEFL
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Exam scores
TOEFL iBT — 85
Physical Sciences
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Physics
Study degree
BSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
GPA, CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Physical Sciences
Scholarships
Yes
Economics & Business Management
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Economics and Business Administration
Study degree
BSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
GPA, CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Economics & Business Management
Scholarships
Yes
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Environmental Science
Study degree
BSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
GPA, CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Scholarships
Yes
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Sustainable Design
Study degree
BSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
GPA, CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Scholarships
Yes
Medicine
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Chemical Technology
Study degree
BSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
GPA, CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Medicine
Scholarships
Yes
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Sports Science
Study degree
BSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
GPA, CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Medicine
Scholarships
Yes
Computer Science & IT
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Computer Science
Study degree
BSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
GPA, CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Computer Science & IT
Scholarships
Yes
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Cyber and Computer Engineering
Study degree
BSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
GPA, CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Computer Science & IT
Scholarships
Yes
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Information Technology
Study degree
BSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
GPA, CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Computer Science & IT
Scholarships
Yes
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Software
Study degree
BSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
GPA, CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Computer Science & IT
Scholarships
Yes
Computer Engineering
Study degree
BSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
GPA, CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Computer Science & IT
Scholarships
Yes
Show all
Education & Training
BA in Organizational Learning
Study degree
BA
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
GPA, CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Education & Training
Scholarships
Yes
Social Sciences & Management
BA in International Business Communication in English
Study degree
BA
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
GPA, CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Scholarships
Yes
BA in Language and International Studies, English
Study degree
BA
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
GPA, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Scholarships
Yes
BA in Language and International Studies, Spanish
Study degree
BA
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
GPA, CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Scholarships
Yes
BA in Social Science
Study degree
BA
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
GPA, CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Scholarships
Yes
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Communication and Digital Media
Study degree
BSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
GPA, CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Scholarships
Yes
Show all
Humanities
BA in Danish
Study degree
BA
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
GPA, CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Humanities
Scholarships
Yes
BA in History
Study degree
BA
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
GPA, CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Humanities
Scholarships
Yes
Arts & Humanities
BA in Art and Technology
Study degree
BA
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
GPA, CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Arts & Humanities
Scholarships
Yes
BA in English
Study degree
BA
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
GPA, CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Arts & Humanities
Scholarships
Yes
BA in Music Therapy
Study degree
BA
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
GPA, CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Arts & Humanities
Scholarships
Yes
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Architecture and Design
Study degree
BSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
GPA, CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Arts & Humanities
Scholarships
Yes
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Interaction Design
Study degree
BSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
GPA, CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Arts & Humanities
Scholarships
Yes
Show all
Engineering & Technology
Applied Industrial Electronics
Study form
Full-time
Duration
36 months
Exams
TOEFL
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Exam scores
TOEFL iBT — 85
BSc in Applied Industrial Electronics
Study degree
BSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Scholarships
Yes
BSc in Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology
Study degree
BSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Scholarships
Yes
BSc in Engineering (Energy )
Study degree
BSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
GPA, CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Scholarships
Yes
BSc in Engineering (Energy Engineering)
Study degree
BSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
GPA, CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Scholarships
Yes
Show all
Other
BA in Applied Philosophy
Study degree
BA
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
GPA, CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Scholarships
Yes
BA in Music
Study degree
BA
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
GPA, CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Scholarships
Yes
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Biotechnology
Study degree
BSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
GPA, CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Scholarships
Yes
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Business Law
Study degree
BSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
GPA, CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Scholarships
Yes
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Chemistry
Study degree
BSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
GPA, CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Scholarships
Yes
Show all
Other programs
Humanities
Master of Arts (MA) in Culture, Communication and Globalization (Global Gender Studies)
Study degree
MA
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Study field
Humanities
Scholarships
Yes
Economics & Business Management
Communication Technology
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Computer Science & IT
Journalism & Media
Economics & Business Management
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
International Business
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Economics & Business Management
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Management Engineering
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Economics & Business Management
Exam scores
CAE — 180, IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Management of Technology (MMT)
Study degree
MBA
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Economics & Business Management
Scholarships
Yes
Master of Science (MSc) in Engineering (Industrial Design)
Study degree
MSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Economics & Business Management
Scholarships
Yes
Show all
Social Sciences & Management
Culture, Communication and Globalization
Study degree
MA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
FCE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Exam scores
FCE — 173, IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
European Studies
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
FCE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Exam scores
FCE — 173, IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Global Gender Studies
Study degree
MA
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
FCE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Exam scores
FCE — 173, IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
International Business
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Economics & Business Management
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
MA in Tourism (Artic Studies)
Study degree
MA
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Scholarships
Yes
Show all
Computer Science & IT
Communication Technology
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Computer Science & IT
Journalism & Media
Economics & Business Management
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Computer Science (IT)
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Computer Science & IT
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Cyber Security
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Computer Science & IT
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Innovative Communication Technologies and Entrepreneurship
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Computer Science & IT
Exam scores
CAE — 180, IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Master of Science (MSc) in Engineering (Cyber Security)
Study degree
MSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Computer Science & IT
Scholarships
Yes
Show all
Journalism & Media
Communication Technology
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Computer Science & IT
Journalism & Media
Economics & Business Management
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Cities and Sustainability
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Engineering & Technology
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Master of Science (MSc) in Sustainable Biotechnology
Study degree
MSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Scholarships
Yes
Sustainable Design
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
CAE, FCE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Arts & Humanities
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Exam scores
CAE — 180, FCE — 173, IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Urban, Energy and Environmental Planning
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Arts & Humanities
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Exam scores
CAE — 180, IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Water and Environmental Engineering
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
FCE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Exam scores
FCE — 173, IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Chemistry
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
FCE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Exam scores
FCE — 173, IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Materials and Nanotechnology
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Exam scores
CAE — 180, IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Nanobiotechnology
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
CAE, FCE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Exam scores
CAE — 180, FCE — 173, IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Medicine
Biotechnology, Master
Study degree
MSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
FCE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Medicine
Exam scores
FCE — 173, IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Scholarships
Yes
Master of Science (MSc) in Nanobiotechnology
Study degree
MSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Medicine
Scholarships
Yes
Medicine with Industrial Specialisation
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Medicine
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Engineering & Technology
Architecture
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
CAE, FCE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Arts & Humanities
Engineering & Technology
Exam scores
CAE — 180, FCE — 173, IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Building Energy Design
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
FCE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Arts & Humanities
Exam scores
FCE — 173, IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Chemistry
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
FCE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Exam scores
FCE — 173, IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Cities and Sustainability
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Engineering & Technology
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Electrical Power Systems and High Voltage Engineering
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
FCE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Exam scores
FCE — 173, IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Show all
Arts & Humanities
Architecture
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
CAE, FCE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Arts & Humanities
Engineering & Technology
Exam scores
CAE — 180, FCE — 173, IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Building Energy Design
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
FCE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Engineering & Technology
Arts & Humanities
Exam scores
FCE — 173, IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Lighting Design
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
CAE, FCE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Arts & Humanities
Exam scores
CAE — 180, FCE — 173, IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Master of Science (MSc) in Technology (Building Energy Design)
Study degree
MSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Arts & Humanities
Scholarships
Yes
Master of Science (MSc) in Urban, Energy and Environmental Planning (Cities and Sustainability)
Study degree
MSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Arts & Humanities
Scholarships
Yes
Show all
Other
Environmental Management and Sustainability Science
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Environmental Science
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Innovation Management
Study degree
MSc
Study form
Full-time
Duration
24 months
Exams
FCE, IELTS, TOEFL
Exam scores
FCE — 173, IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
MA in Tourism
Study degree
MA
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Scholarships
Yes
Master of Arts (MA) in Culture, Communication and Globalization
Study degree
MA
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Scholarships
Yes
Show all
Other programs
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Bachelor degree at AAU

When applying for undergraduate programs, the admissions committee takes into account the student's previous performance. Before submitting documents to the university, applicants take an English language exam. The university accepts the results of IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum score for TOEFL is 85.

TOEFL iBT
85

Master's degree at AAU

The admission committee of the university takes into account the previous academic performance of the student. In order to enroll at AAU for a master's program, you will have to confirm knowledge of the English language. You can do this by passing the exam — IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum IELTS score for admission is 6.5. TOEFL — 85 or higher.

IELTS
6.5
TOEFL iBT
85

AAU campus

The suburban campus of AAU combines features of an urban and rural campus. It is located outside the big city, which allows you to focus on your studies. However, it is also not too far, opening up access to more types of recreation, both outdoors and in the city (theaters, museums, restaurants). The educational institution has its own library. Here, students do their homework or just have a good time reading an interesting book. Student life at AAU is filled with intercultural activities, as not only local students study here, but also students from abroad. The exchange of knowledge and experience, networking and new acquaintances — all this is an integral part of studenthood.

Campus Type
Suburban
Library
Yes
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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 AAU 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. You can find other options for immigration in our article.

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