People, innovation, design and programming
The Department of Computer Science at Aarhus University is a highly-recognised international department with research-focus on a wide range of fields within computer science. Our international research staff offer education for students with highly technical interest, as well as a programme which dives deeper into aspects such as design, user interfaces, and business etc.
Around 800 students are enrolled at our bachelor and master programmes, and we are the largest department at the Faculty of Natural Sciences. Our bachelor programmes are offered in Danish and English, while the Master programmes are taught in English. When applying for our bachelor programmes it is not a prerequisite that you know how to programme, as we will teach you this fundamental subject from scratch, and offer extra hours in our programming cafe for those interested.
As a student your education is top-prioty, but a good social life is also important - especially at those times with the studies become a bit tough (and, that will happen to all). Therefore, the study environment is highly prioritsed at the department. Click here to read more about our study facilities, the guidance you can get while studying and the many student associations you can become a part of.
The bachelor's programme is an undergraduate academic degree that lasts 3 years, providing you foundational knowledge and skills, preparing you for a career or further study.
The department offers two bachelor programmes, each programme is taught in both Danish and English.
Read more about the bachelor programmes:
The master's programme builds on top of your bachelor degree and provides advanced, specialized knowledge, enhancing your career prospects or preparing you for doctoral studies.
The department offers two full-time masters programmes. The programmes last two years and are taught in English.
Master in IT Product Development
You can also study a part-time master in computer science where you combine your studies with relevant work experience.
Our PhD programme lasts from 3-5 years, depending on whether you are enrolled based on a bachelor or a master's degree. We accept both Danish and international students with a degree in computer science - most often we can provide full funding.
All our PhD students are affiliated with the Graduate School of Science and Technology (GSST). You can apply for admission four times a year; February 1, May 1, August 1, and November 1.
Please see the separate information for prospective PhD students and for currently enrolled PhD students.
The department offers continuing education programmes aimed at developing qualifications that meet the needs of the science community as well as public and private companies.
Choose between the Master in IT or Master in Informatics Teaching.
Read more about admission requirements to our degree programmes and learn about deadlines and how to apply for programmes at Aarhus University.
If you have any questions regarding the programmes you can reach out to: