All degree programmes and research activities at Aalborg University are problem and project-based and have an interdisciplinary focus.Through strong interplay between staff and students and intense collaboration with public and private sectors, we offer degree programmes with a real-world approach and provide world-class research.
Top reasons to study here
- Aalborg University appears on the great majority of ranking lists, and is among the top two percent of the world’s 17,000 universities.
- According to US News World Ranking, Aalborg University ranks as no. 260 in the overall world university rankings and as no. 4 in the world, and best in Europe.
- Aalborg University is no. 194 in the overall world university ranking, and no. 18 in the Top 100 of universities established within the past 50 years.
Master's Programmes
Engineering & Technology (47)
- M.Sc. Building Energy Design
- M.Sc. Chemical Engineering
- Master Cities and Sustainability
- M.Sc. Control and Automation
- M.Sc. Energy Engineering
- Master Entrepreneurial Engineering
- M.Sc. Environmental Science
- M.Sc. Industrial Design
- M.Sc. Interaction
- Master Management Engineering
- M.Sc. Manufacturing Technology
- Master Materials Technology
- Master Materials and Nanotechnology
- M.Sc. Mechanical Design
- Master Mechanical Engineering
- M.Sc. Nanobiotechnology
- M.Sc. Offshore Energy Systems
- M.Sc. Oil and Gas Technology
- M.Sc. Robotics
- M.Sc. Sustainable Cities
- M.Sc. Sustainable Design
- M.Sc. Urban Design
- M.Sc. Wind Power Systems
Arts, Design & Architecture (14)
- Master Computer Graphics
- M.Sc. Industrial Design
- M.Sc. Information Architecture
- M.Sc. Lighting Design
- M.Sc. Persuasive Design
- M.Sc. Sustainable Design
- M.Sc. Urban Architecture
- M.Sc. Urban Design
Social Sciences (14)
- M.A. Arctic Studies
- M.A. Chinese Area Studies
- Master Communication Technology
- Master European Studies
- Master Geography
- M.Sc. Innovation Management
- M.Sc. Techno-Anthropology
Computer Science & IT (13)
- Master Computer Graphics
- M.Sc. Computer Science (IT)
- Master Games
- Master Geography
- Master Information Studies
- M.Sc. Interaction
- M.Sc. Medialogy
- M.Sc. Robotics
- M.Sc. Service Systems Design
Business & Management (12)
- Master Entrepreneurial Engineering
- M.Sc. Innovation Management
- Master Management Engineering
- M.Sc. Service Systems Design
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (10)
- Master Cities and Sustainability
- M.Sc. Environmental Science
- M.Sc. Sustainable Cities
- M.Sc. Sustainable Design
- M.Sc. Wind Power Systems
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (9)
- M.Sc. Biotechnology
- M.Sc. Chemical Engineering
- Master Chemistry
- M.Sc. Environmental Science
- Master Medical Biotechnology
- M.Sc. Nanobiotechnology
- M.Sc. Nanobiotechnology
Humanities (2)
- M.Sc. Lighting Design
Medicine & Health (2)
- Master Medical Biotechnology
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (1)
- Master Tourism
About
History
Aalborg University is a young university with only 40 years of history. Since its establishment in 1974, AAU has been characterised by a problem-based and project-oriented teaching method (PBL) – also called the Aalborg Model, and by extensive collaboration with the surrounding society.
Education
- Aalborg University offers bachelor's programmes within the fields of natural sciences, social sciences, humanities and technical sciences.
- AAU offers master's programmes within the fields of natural sciences, social sciences, humanities, technical and health sciences. Some of AAU's master's programmes have specialisations.
- Aalborg University offers a number of guest and exchange programmes (incl. Erasmus) at bachelor's and master’s levels which are open to international students.
- Aalborg University offers PhD studies and part-time, continuing adult education (studies following the completion of a university degree).
Research
Aalborg University (AAU) provides high-quality research within natural sciences, social sciences, humanities and engineering and health sciences and focuses on strong national and international world class research groups representing the academic areas of the University.
AAU secures a high quality level within research and within the research based programmes e.g. by providing special support for the most promising researcher talents.
Career
The careers centre bridges the gap between students and the business world.
- We develop and strengthen the contact between students and the business world through career counseling, seminars, company visits, internship etc.
- We assist the business world in getting in contact with future employees, student workers, interns and students for project cooperation.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2019
GSSA 2019
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World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2020
201 -7
2019
194 7
2018
201
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.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2019
201
2018
201
2017
201
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.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2020
244 16
2019
260 30
2018
290
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.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2020
324 19
2019
343 36
2018
379
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.
Services
Student services
International Staff Office (ISO) wish to provide you with information on how to make your way to Aalborg University as smooth as possible, as well as your stay.
As an international employee, International Staff Office is your partner. We can help you before arrival, during your stay and if you want to leave the university again. If you have any questions regarding your stay in Denmark, please do not hesitate to contact or visit us.
International Staff Office is responsible for applying for residence and work permits for international employees and PhD students.
Housing services
There are many practical matters related to accommodation, such as signing a lease, location, rent, deposit, furniture, conditions for reimbursement of deposit, etc.
Your administrative contact person at the department at Aalborg University will try to help you with matters regarding accommodation for you and, if you bring spouse and children, your family.
In order to find the best possible accommodation for you, Aalborg University has a specialized office to help our administrative staff at the departments in matters regarding accommodation. But, due to housing shortage the Accommodation Office unfortunately must reject lots of requests for accommodation.
Library services
Aalborg University Library's principal task is to support research and teaching at Aalborg University by providing relevant information and documentation. Aalborg University has over 3.000 employees and 18.500 students.
All branches are open to the public, and all permanent residents in Denmark canobtain a library card. You can borrow, pick up and request books and journals at all branches.
Medical services
Denmark has a comprehensive public health service, including doctors, medical specialists, hospitals, health service, home care, health visitor services and paediatric dental care.
Most health insurance services and hospitalizations are free of charge, financed by the Danish welfare system.
The Danish health service is based on the principle of equal access to the health services for all citizens.
Student Life
Campus life
Aalborg University (AAU) has campus areas in Aalborg, Esbjerg and Copenhagen. AAU's main campus is in Aalborg.
- Aalborg University Esbjerg (AAU-Esbjerg) is a section of Aalborg University located in the city of Esbjerg, Denmark. Aalborg University Esbjerg is a research department with a range of research activities and study programmes.
- AAU CPH conducts Aalborg University’s research and teaching activities in the Copenhagen area. We offer an innovative study and learning environment, an international focus and we engage in close cooperation with companies.
Student Reviews
A unique opportunity to really enjoy engineering
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
The university offered a unique way of learning through its flagship method called " Problem Based Learning (PBL)". Through this, I got to do projects on the topics being taught each semester and understand the concepts through practical application. Apart from the academics, the university lacks in terms of student life.
happy woman
Anonymous rated 3 out of 5 stars
infact everything is good with me because its my first time and i love the experience.but too shy when to display in the class of people
excellent
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
what worked modules we were given but some lecturers were not good in guidance
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