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Aarhus University is a dynamic, modern and highly international university. Since its founding in 1928, it has grown to become a leading public university with international impact and reach across the entire research spectrum. Aarhus is a great place to study and a great place to work

Aarhus University Key Statistics & Highlights

  • #85 Ranking
  • 1,950 Academic Staff
  • 31,894 Students
  • 3,206 Students (int'l)
  • 14,587 Students (female)

History

Aarhus University will soon be celebrating its 100th anniversary. Since its foundation in 1928, the university has evolved from 78 students to approx. 38,000 students today.

On 11 September 1933, King Christian X inaugurated the first university building. The building was designed by Kay Fisker and C. F. Møller, and its design became the template for the buildings in the University Park.

Education

At Aarhus University, classes are taught by active researchers in an informal, stimulating atmosphere. All degree programmes are deeply rooted in the latest research and are subject to a rigorous quality assurance programme to ensure they meet the highest global quality standards.

Research

More than 100 research centres across 5 faculties at AU.

Aarhus BSS is on of Europe's largest business school and is housing the country's largest business and social science units at university level.

Tech features research of the highest quality within the fields of engineering, environmental science, agricultural science, animal science and food science.

The interdisciplinary centres includes researchers from two or more faculties and includes atleast two of the university's three main activities.

Career

For many students and researchers it is difficult to envision the possible career paths and options available. To make this slightly easier, you can find a description of the key pathways that are the typical for young researchers. This will provide you with an overview of possibilities and ideas about how to plan your own career. The four tracks are meant as guidelines that can inspire you to reflect on which path that matches your skills, interests and values the most. 

  • Track 1: Stay in Academia
  • Track 2: Research in Industry and Public Sector
  • Track 3: Careers using generic academic skills
  • Track 4: Becoming an Entrepreneur

Housing services

Please note that AU Housing doesn't offer on-campus accommodation. In Denmark, on-campus housing is rare, and most students and staff live off-campus and commute to and from campus. The majority of the rooms allocated by AU Housing are situated within a 30-minute travel distance from campus.

AU Housing has access to around 700 rooms located in various dormitories and shared facilities houses. However, it's important to note that AU does not own these housing facilities; instead, it collaborates with different landlords and housing organizations. 

Library services

The AU Library, Aarhus BSSThe common room on the second floor provides a well-used opportunity for students to store and prepare their own food and enjoy a break from the books. Since students are allowed to use the facilities of the library 24/7, students can be spotted between the bookshelves even at night time and early in the morning.

ICT services

As a student at BTECH you have access to email, Brightspace, different programmes etc. On Campus you can use wireless network.

On the IT and Support pages of the Study Portal you can find information common to all students at AU.

At Aarhus University all students at AU get their own e-mail. We use this e-mail to communicate with the students.

Campus life

  • Aarhus Campus
  • Emdrup Campus
  • Herning Campus
  • AU Foulum
  • AU Silkeborg
  • AU Flakkebjerg
  • AU in Greenland

Aarhus University Overview

Aarhus University Rankings

Study Portals Meta Ranking

Top 1.4% Denmark
Top 5.6% Worldwide

Studyportals ranking look at the scores of the most used ranking systems and present you with one number of how well this University performs.

Academic Ranking of World Universities

85

By Shanghai Jiao Tong University

Dropped 5 places compared to 2024

ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.

3 year trend Academic Ranking of World Universities

2023 2024 2025
78 80 85

World University Rankings

101

By Times Higher Education

Climbed 9 places compared to 2025

World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.

3 year trend World University Rankings

2024 2025 2026
109 110 101

Best Global Universities Rankings

117

By U.S. News & World Report

The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.

Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.

3 year trend Best Global Universities Rankings

2024 2025 2026
109 117 117

QS World University Rankings

131

By TopUniversities

Climbed 13 places compared to 2025

QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.

3 year trend QS World University Rankings

2024 2025 2026
143 144 131

Aarhus University Campus Locations

#1 Main Campus
Denmark Country
Aarhus City
#2 Branch Campus
Denmark Country
Herning City
#3 Branch Campus
Denmark Country
Copenhagen City
#4 Branch Campus
Denmark Country
Struer City
#5 Branch Campus
Italy Country
Roma City
#6 Branch Campus
Mauritius Country
Port Louis City
#7 Branch Campus
Denmark Country
Aarslev City
#8 Branch Campus
Denmark Country
Flakkebjerg City
#9 Branch Campus
Denmark Country
Videbæk City
#10 Branch Campus
China Country
Beijing City
#11 Branch Campus
Denmark Country
Skjern City
#12 Branch Campus
Denmark Country
Foulum City
#13 Branch Campus
Denmark Country
Låsby City
#14 Branch Campus
Belgium Country
Gent City
#15 Branch Campus
Germany Country
Hamburg City

Aarhus University Student Reviews & Awards

3.9

Based on 100 reviews

  • 5 Star
    28 Reviews
  • 4 Star
    57 Reviews
  • 3 Star
    10 Reviews
  • 2 Star
    2 Reviews
  • 1 Star
    3 Reviews

How Students Rated This University

  • Overall Satisfaction 4.1
  • Student Teacher Interaction 4.3
  • Student Diversity 4.0
  • Admission Process 4.2
  • Quality of Student Life 4.0
  • Career Development 4.2
5/5

I want to study

I have a many experience. & i am a good student.

Posted by Ikramul Hossen
Studied from Sep 2025 - Sep 2031
Posted on May 2026
5/5

I love the experience

The experience has been wonderful , adapting to a new environment and meeting with different people from different backgrounds

Posted by Anonymous
Studied from Jul 2024 - Sep 2026
Posted on Mar 2026
2/5

Positive study experience

My study experience has been very positive and enriching. I really enjoyed learning subjects like Biology and Chemistry, which helped me build a strong foundation for my future studies in Pharmacy. My teachers were supportive, and I appreciated the disciplined academic environment. However, I believe there is still room for improvement, especially in practical learning and modern laboratory facilities. More hands-on experience would help students understand concepts more deeply. Overall, my study experience was good and meaningful, and it has prepared me well for higher education in an international environment.

Posted by Anonymous
Studied from Mar 2026 - Jun 2031
Posted on Apr 2026
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