Aalborg University (AAU)
Scholarship
Undergraduate Scholarships available
here:
Native
/ EU & EEA Students
1.
Free Tuition
- Eligibility:
Students holding EU/EEA/Swiss citizenship, plus those with permanent
residence or equivalent status in Denmark
- Benefit:
Full exemption from tuition fees no scholarship application needed.
2.
Statens Uddannelsesstøtte (SU)
- Eligibility:
EU/EEA citizens who work 10–12 hours/week to earn “equal status with
Danish citizens”
- Amount:
Grants around DKK 6 800/month (~€900), in line with Danish student
living costs
- Extra Notes:
Requires both study and part-time work; capped income limits apply.
International
/ Non‑EU Students
1.
AAU Scholarship for Non‑EU/EEA Students
- Eligibility:
Non‑EU/EEA students admitted to English-taught full-degree programmes,
primarily Master’s but occasionally open to outstanding Bachelor’s
candidates
- Benefit:
- Full tuition waiver +
- Monthly stipend (~DKK 10 700 or ~€1 435/month)
- Benefit Average:
Around DKK 128 400/year in stipend plus tuition coverage.
- Competition:
Extremely selective ~15 scholarships awarded annually
2.
Nordplus Scholarship
- Eligibility:
Any AAU undergraduate on exchange to another Nordic university, with
institutional agreement in place
- Amount:
Approx. DKK 7 000 per semester (~€940)
3.
Erasmus+ Grant
- Eligibility:
EU/EEA undergrads at AAU heading to a European university; must hold
EU/EEA citizenship
- Amount:
€420–€670/month, depending on destination; €620–€670/month
for internships
4.
AAU Internationalization Pool Scholarship
- Eligibility:
AAU students (any level) planning to study abroad for 3–12 months .
- Amounts:
- DKK 7 000
for Europe (~€1 000)
- DKK 9 000
for non‑European locations (~€1 400) .
5.
Short Group Travel Abroad Funding
- Eligibility:
AAU undergrads forming small groups to conduct a short-term international
project (Oct–Mar).
- Amount:
Variable; based on project needs.
- Extra:
Priority given to upper-year students; post-trip report required.
Extra
Tips for Applicants
1.
Non-EU
candidates: Target the AAU Scholarship, but be
aware only ~15 awards are given annually plan backup funding.
2.
Nordplus/Erasmus+: Ideal for semester exchanges and internships within Europe/Nordics.
3.
EU
students: Can avoid tuition and bolster
finances with SU (if working part-time).
4.
Timing:
o
Nordplus deadlines: March 1 (autumn), November 1 (spring)
o
SU: Apply with residence/work documentation.
o
AAU Intl.
Pool: Handled internally check AAU’s
International Office.
5.
Living
costs: Budget (€800–1,300)
depending on city . Consider part-time work.
Graduate Scholarships available here:
Master’s-Level
Scholarships
1.
AAU Non-EU/EEA Master’s Scholarships
- What?
Full tuition waiver plus monthly stipend (~DKK 10,700 / €1,435) for
the 4-semester program.
- Amount:
~DKK 128,400 annually + tuition.
- Eligibility:
Open to non‑EU/EEA students enrolled in full-degree Master’s
programs.
- How Many:
Only ~15 scholarships awarded university-wide each year
- Extra:
No separate application faculty selects recipients based on academic
excellence.
2.
Erasmus Mundus / Erasmus+
- What?
EU‑sponsored grants for exchange or full Joint Master programs.
- Amount:
- Travel/install:
€1,000–3,000 + €1,000 setup
- Tuition/APD:
Up to €9,000/year for non-EU; €4,500/year for EU
- Living costs:
€1,000/month for all recipients
- Eligibility:
Based on country of origin and program type (joint Master eligible).
- Extra:
High competition; typical for Erasmus Mundus joint programs like ADVANCES
3.
ADVANCES Programme (Erasmus Mundus Joint Master)
- What?
Specialized Erasmus Mundus Master in Social Work, coordinated by AAU.
- Amount:
- Tuition included in €9,000/year (non‑EU) or
€4,500/year (EU)
- Living stipend: €1,000/month
- Travel and installation grant: €2,000–3,000 + €1,000
- Eligibility:
Application through ADVANCES consortium; limited to ~21–22 recipients per
cohort
- Extra:
No separate application auto-evaluated after consortium application;
emphasis on social work specialization.
4.
Internationalization Pool & Group Travel Grants
- What?
Small grants for student mobility during studies.
- Amounts:
- Internationalization Pool: ~DKK 7,000 (Europe) /
DKK 9,000 (non‑Europe) (€1,000–1,400) - Group Travel Grants: Varies project-based funding during October–March
period
- Eligibility:
Master’s, Bachelor’s, and diploma students going abroad.
- Extra:
Useful for short academic projects, internships, or conferences.
PhD-Level
Funding
1.
AAU PhD Positions (PhD Stipends)
- What?
Doctoral research positions across various faculties and departments.
- Amount:
Typically a full employment salary for 3–4 years (~DKK 25,000–35,000/month
gross).
- Eligibility:
Master’s degree; project-specific requirements; competitive.
- Extra:
Examples include AI:MIND Lab initiative, Hydrogen S-systems, 6G
communication, VR accessibility
2.
AAU Excellence Programme
- What?
A two-year “research talent” programme for early-career researchers
(post-Master’s).
- Funding Includes:
Participant grants to develop own research and career.
- Eligibility:
Highly qualified early-career researchers (typically postgraduate),
selected via internal/external evaluations. Limited to 8 participants per
cycle
- Extra:
Offers mentoring, career training, and network-building opportunities.
Tips
& Insights
- Master’s Scholarships are limited (15 awards annually) and awarded automatically by
faculties strong academic profiles matter
- Non‑EU master’s students rely on AAU’s internal scholarships; EU students
benefit more from Erasmus and exchange options.
- PhD funding is abundant but tied to specific research projects monitor
AAU vacancy pages in your field.
- Erasmus Mundus programmes like ADVANCES offer structured living support and
tuition coverage but expect strong competition.
- Early-career post-Master’s researchers should explore the AAU Excellence programme for
career development.
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Eligibility criteria
Undergraduate Admission Eligibility at Aalborg University
1. Educational Qualification
·
International Applicants (Non-EU/EEA):
Must have completed upper secondary
education (equivalent to the Danish high school diploma).
·
EU/EEA Applicants:
Must also hold a qualifying upper secondary
certificate recognized by the Danish Ministry of Education.
2. Subject-Specific
Requirements
Certain programs
require students to have specific subjects at a particular level.
For example:
·
Engineering programs: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry – typically at A or B
level.
·
Social sciences programs: Mathematics or Social Science at B level.
Use the AAU admission database or contact their
admissions office to check subject level
requirements for your specific program.
3. Minimum
GPA or Grades
While there is
no fixed GPA, competitive applicants typically have:
·
Strong grades in
relevant subjects (often 70–80% or above for Indian boards).
·
IB score of at
least 30–32 points.
·
British A-level
grades around AAB–BBB depending on program.
4. English
Language Proficiency
If your
previous education was not in English, you must submit proof of proficiency:
|
Test |
Minimum
Score |
|
IELTS Academic |
6.5 overall |
|
TOEFL iBT |
85 |
|
Cambridge English |
CAE/CPE with grade C or above |
|
Duolingo (if accepted) |
Typically 110+ |
5. Other
Requirements
·
Motivation Letter or Personal Statement (not always mandatory for undergrad, but useful in
competitive programs).
·
Passport copy, academic transcripts, and course descriptions (for equivalency evaluation).
·
Entrance exams or interviews: Rare for undergraduates, but may apply to some
specialized fields.
Graduate
Admission Eligibility – Aalborg University
1.
Educational Qualification
- Must hold a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)
from a recognized university.
- The degree should be relevant to the Master's
program you’re applying for.
2.
Academic Requirements
- Strong academic performance is expected; there’s no fixed GPA, but competitive
applicants usually have:
- 70%+ for Indian degrees
- Minimum 2:1 classification for UK degrees
- 3.0+ GPA on a 4.0 scale (US scale)
- AAU may evaluate course descriptions to ensure
your academic background aligns with the entry requirements.
3.
English Language Proficiency
If your previous degree was not
taught in English, you'll need to submit an English proficiency test:
|
Test |
Minimum
Required Score |
|
IELTS Academic |
6.5 overall (no band below 6.0) |
|
TOEFL iBT |
85 overall |
|
Cambridge C1/C2 |
Grade C or higher |
|
PTE Academic |
Usually 62+ |
|
Duolingo |
110+ (if accepted by program) |
If your Bachelor's was taught
entirely in English, a waiver may be granted (especially for countries
like India, Nigeria, the Philippines, etc. with proof).
4.
Program-Specific Requirements
Some Master’s programs have additional
requirements, such as:
- A portfolio (for design or architecture programs)
- Work experience (for executive or professional
Master’s)
- Specific subject credits (e.g., mathematics,
statistics, programming, etc.)
AAU offers course-specific
admission guidelines on its official website. You should check your desired
program’s page for exact criteria.
5.
Supporting Documents
Required documents typically
include:
- Bachelor's transcripts and certificate (translated into
English or Danish if needed)
- English language test results (unless waived)
- Statement of Purpose or Motivation Letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Letters of Recommendation (sometimes required)
- Passport copy
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Undergraduate Scholarships available
here:
Native
/ EU & EEA Students
1.
Free Tuition
- Eligibility:
Students holding EU/EEA/Swiss citizenship, plus those with permanent
residence or equivalent status in Denmark
- Benefit:
Full exemption from tuition fees no scholarship application needed.
2.
Statens Uddannelsesstøtte (SU)
- Eligibility:
EU/EEA citizens who work 10–12 hours/week to earn “equal status with
Danish citizens”
- Amount:
Grants around DKK 6 800/month (~€900), in line with Danish student
living costs
- Extra Notes:
Requires both study and part-time work; capped income limits apply.
International
/ Non‑EU Students
1.
AAU Scholarship for Non‑EU/EEA Students
- Eligibility:
Non‑EU/EEA students admitted to English-taught full-degree programmes,
primarily Master’s but occasionally open to outstanding Bachelor’s
candidates
- Benefit:
- Full tuition waiver +
- Monthly stipend (~DKK 10 700 or ~€1 435/month)
- Benefit Average:
Around DKK 128 400/year in stipend plus tuition coverage.
- Competition:
Extremely selective ~15 scholarships awarded annually
2.
Nordplus Scholarship
- Eligibility:
Any AAU undergraduate on exchange to another Nordic university, with
institutional agreement in place
- Amount:
Approx. DKK 7 000 per semester (~€940)
3.
Erasmus+ Grant
- Eligibility:
EU/EEA undergrads at AAU heading to a European university; must hold
EU/EEA citizenship
- Amount:
€420–€670/month, depending on destination; €620–€670/month
for internships
4.
AAU Internationalization Pool Scholarship
- Eligibility:
AAU students (any level) planning to study abroad for 3–12 months .
- Amounts:
- DKK 7 000
for Europe (~€1 000)
- DKK 9 000
for non‑European locations (~€1 400) .
5.
Short Group Travel Abroad Funding
- Eligibility:
AAU undergrads forming small groups to conduct a short-term international
project (Oct–Mar).
- Amount:
Variable; based on project needs.
- Extra:
Priority given to upper-year students; post-trip report required.
Extra
Tips for Applicants
1.
Non-EU
candidates: Target the AAU Scholarship, but be
aware only ~15 awards are given annually plan backup funding.
2.
Nordplus/Erasmus+: Ideal for semester exchanges and internships within Europe/Nordics.
3.
EU
students: Can avoid tuition and bolster
finances with SU (if working part-time).
4.
Timing:
o
Nordplus deadlines: March 1 (autumn), November 1 (spring)
o
SU: Apply with residence/work documentation.
o
AAU Intl.
Pool: Handled internally check AAU’s
International Office.
5.
Living
costs: Budget (€800–1,300)
depending on city . Consider part-time work.
Graduate Scholarships available here:
Master’s-Level
Scholarships
1.
AAU Non-EU/EEA Master’s Scholarships
- What?
Full tuition waiver plus monthly stipend (~DKK 10,700 / €1,435) for
the 4-semester program.
- Amount:
~DKK 128,400 annually + tuition.
- Eligibility:
Open to non‑EU/EEA students enrolled in full-degree Master’s
programs.
- How Many:
Only ~15 scholarships awarded university-wide each year
- Extra:
No separate application faculty selects recipients based on academic
excellence.
2.
Erasmus Mundus / Erasmus+
- What?
EU‑sponsored grants for exchange or full Joint Master programs.
- Amount:
- Travel/install:
€1,000–3,000 + €1,000 setup
- Tuition/APD:
Up to €9,000/year for non-EU; €4,500/year for EU
- Living costs:
€1,000/month for all recipients
- Eligibility:
Based on country of origin and program type (joint Master eligible).
- Extra:
High competition; typical for Erasmus Mundus joint programs like ADVANCES
3.
ADVANCES Programme (Erasmus Mundus Joint Master)
- What?
Specialized Erasmus Mundus Master in Social Work, coordinated by AAU.
- Amount:
- Tuition included in €9,000/year (non‑EU) or
€4,500/year (EU)
- Living stipend: €1,000/month
- Travel and installation grant: €2,000–3,000 + €1,000
- Eligibility:
Application through ADVANCES consortium; limited to ~21–22 recipients per
cohort
- Extra:
No separate application auto-evaluated after consortium application;
emphasis on social work specialization.
4.
Internationalization Pool & Group Travel Grants
- What?
Small grants for student mobility during studies.
- Amounts:
- Internationalization Pool: ~DKK 7,000 (Europe) /
DKK 9,000 (non‑Europe) (€1,000–1,400) - Group Travel Grants: Varies project-based funding during October–March
period
- Eligibility:
Master’s, Bachelor’s, and diploma students going abroad.
- Extra:
Useful for short academic projects, internships, or conferences.
PhD-Level
Funding
1.
AAU PhD Positions (PhD Stipends)
- What?
Doctoral research positions across various faculties and departments.
- Amount:
Typically a full employment salary for 3–4 years (~DKK 25,000–35,000/month
gross).
- Eligibility:
Master’s degree; project-specific requirements; competitive.
- Extra:
Examples include AI:MIND Lab initiative, Hydrogen S-systems, 6G
communication, VR accessibility
2.
AAU Excellence Programme
- What?
A two-year “research talent” programme for early-career researchers
(post-Master’s).
- Funding Includes:
Participant grants to develop own research and career.
- Eligibility:
Highly qualified early-career researchers (typically postgraduate),
selected via internal/external evaluations. Limited to 8 participants per
cycle
- Extra:
Offers mentoring, career training, and network-building opportunities.
Tips
& Insights
- Master’s Scholarships are limited (15 awards annually) and awarded automatically by
faculties strong academic profiles matter
- Non‑EU master’s students rely on AAU’s internal scholarships; EU students
benefit more from Erasmus and exchange options.
- PhD funding is abundant but tied to specific research projects monitor
AAU vacancy pages in your field.
- Erasmus Mundus programmes like ADVANCES offer structured living support and
tuition coverage but expect strong competition.
- Early-career post-Master’s researchers should explore the AAU Excellence programme for
career development.
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Undergraduate Admission Eligibility at Aalborg University
1. Educational Qualification
·
International Applicants (Non-EU/EEA):
Must have completed upper secondary
education (equivalent to the Danish high school diploma).
·
EU/EEA Applicants:
Must also hold a qualifying upper secondary
certificate recognized by the Danish Ministry of Education.
2. Subject-Specific
Requirements
Certain programs
require students to have specific subjects at a particular level.
For example:
·
Engineering programs: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry – typically at A or B
level.
·
Social sciences programs: Mathematics or Social Science at B level.
Use the AAU admission database or contact their
admissions office to check subject level
requirements for your specific program.
3. Minimum
GPA or Grades
While there is
no fixed GPA, competitive applicants typically have:
·
Strong grades in
relevant subjects (often 70–80% or above for Indian boards).
·
IB score of at
least 30–32 points.
·
British A-level
grades around AAB–BBB depending on program.
4. English
Language Proficiency
If your
previous education was not in English, you must submit proof of proficiency:
|
Test |
Minimum
Score |
|
IELTS Academic |
6.5 overall |
|
TOEFL iBT |
85 |
|
Cambridge English |
CAE/CPE with grade C or above |
|
Duolingo (if accepted) |
Typically 110+ |
5. Other
Requirements
·
Motivation Letter or Personal Statement (not always mandatory for undergrad, but useful in
competitive programs).
·
Passport copy, academic transcripts, and course descriptions (for equivalency evaluation).
·
Entrance exams or interviews: Rare for undergraduates, but may apply to some
specialized fields.
Graduate
Admission Eligibility – Aalborg University
1.
Educational Qualification
- Must hold a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)
from a recognized university.
- The degree should be relevant to the Master's
program you’re applying for.
2.
Academic Requirements
- Strong academic performance is expected; there’s no fixed GPA, but competitive
applicants usually have:
- 70%+ for Indian degrees
- Minimum 2:1 classification for UK degrees
- 3.0+ GPA on a 4.0 scale (US scale)
- AAU may evaluate course descriptions to ensure
your academic background aligns with the entry requirements.
3.
English Language Proficiency
If your previous degree was not
taught in English, you'll need to submit an English proficiency test:
|
Test |
Minimum
Required Score |
|
IELTS Academic |
6.5 overall (no band below 6.0) |
|
TOEFL iBT |
85 overall |
|
Cambridge C1/C2 |
Grade C or higher |
|
PTE Academic |
Usually 62+ |
|
Duolingo |
110+ (if accepted by program) |
If your Bachelor's was taught
entirely in English, a waiver may be granted (especially for countries
like India, Nigeria, the Philippines, etc. with proof).
4.
Program-Specific Requirements
Some Master’s programs have additional
requirements, such as:
- A portfolio (for design or architecture programs)
- Work experience (for executive or professional
Master’s)
- Specific subject credits (e.g., mathematics,
statistics, programming, etc.)
AAU offers course-specific
admission guidelines on its official website. You should check your desired
program’s page for exact criteria.
5.
Supporting Documents
Required documents typically
include:
- Bachelor's transcripts and certificate (translated into
English or Danish if needed)
- English language test results (unless waived)
- Statement of Purpose or Motivation Letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Letters of Recommendation (sometimes required)
- Passport copy