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Study in Denmark's #1 student city this summer

Join 2,500 students from 60+ countries at Aarhus University. Choose from 85+ courses across all academic areas.

Summer 2026: July 6 – August 14 | Applications open now!

Join us at our information webinar!

Join us on February 17th 2026 at 2 pm - 3 pm CEST and hear all about AU Summer University!

WHY AU SUMMER UNIVERSITY

Learn from active researchers

Choose from 85+ courses across all academic areas — from business and social sciences to nanoscience and biotechnology. Courses are taught in English by researchers who bring current knowledge into the classroom, not just textbook theory.

Earn 5 or 10 ECTS credits per course, designed for straightforward transfer to your home university.

  • All courses taught in English
  • 5 or 10 ECTS credits per course
  • Top 100 university

More than a classroom

Every week includes social events designed to help you explore Denmark and meet students from 60+ countries. Beach bonfires, canoe trips on the Aarhus River, street food and outdoor cinema, visits to ARoS art museum — it's all part of the programme.

You'll leave with credits, but also with friendships and stories.

  • 15+ organised events per term
  • City safari, museum visits, outdoor activities
  • Welcome bar and end-of-term parties

Denmark's best student city

Aarhus has been voted Denmark's best student city three years running. It's compact enough to cycle everywhere, safe enough to walk home at night, and lively enough to never feel bored.

Almost everyone speaks English. Copenhagen is two hours away. The rest of Europe is a cheap flight.

  • Voted most liveable city in Denmark
  • Safe, bike-friendly, English-speaking
  • Gateway to Scandinavia and Europe

Key Dates

Plan ahead for AU Summer University 2026

15 January 2026

Applications open

Submit your application from 12:00 CET. Early applications encouraged.

17 March 2026

Application deadline

Final deadline at 12:00 CET. Late applications cannot be considered.

6–24 July 2026

Term 1

Three weeks of courses with social events including welcome activities.

27 July – 14 August 2026

Term 2

Three weeks of courses, ending with the summer celebration.

Don't miss your chance to study in Denmark this summer.