Rankings
How every major ranking places Aalborg University. Lower is better.
Strongest subjects in the QS subject rankings (2026):
Master's courses by field
Number of courses and typical yearly tuition for international students.
| Field | Courses | Typical fee | Courses in Course Explorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering & technology | 11 | $17,338 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 8 | $17,338 | See → |
| Social sciences | 5 | $17,338 | See → |
| Arts, design & creative studies | 4 | $17,338 | See → |
| Business & management | 4 | $12,839 | See → |
| Environment, sustainability & agriculture | 3 | $17,338 | See → |
| Education & teaching | 2 | $11,854 | See → |
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 2 | $17,338 | See → |
| Natural sciences | 2 | $17,338 | See → |
| Hospitality, tourism & service industry | 1 | $8,339 | See → |
| Humanities & languages | 1 | $11,854 | See → |
| Law, politics & governance | 1 | $8,339 | See → |
| Medicine & clinical health | 1 | $17,338 | See → |
Costs and entry
1 publishes an application deadline for international students.
Jobs after studying at Aalborg University
The job market for Aalborg University's biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in Denmark.
Questions students ask
How much does a master's course at Aalborg University cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $17,338 a year. Most courses last 2 years. Fees vary by field: engineering & technology courses are typically $17,338, hospitality, tourism & service industry $8,339.
How is Aalborg University ranked?
Aalborg University is ranked #329 by QS (2027), #224 by Times Higher Education (2027) and #301 by ARWU (2026) in the world. Its strongest QS subjects include Petroleum Engineering (#27) and Engineering - Electrical & Electronic (#68).
What IELTS score does Aalborg University need for a master's course?
Most master's courses (47 of the 47 that list it) ask for IELTS 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0.
How many master's courses does Aalborg University offer?
45 master's courses across 13 fields; the largest are engineering & technology (11), computer science & data technology (8) and social sciences (5).
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Updated 21 October 2026. Courses and fees from Aalborg University's own course pages; fees converted to US dollars. Rankings: QS World University Rankings 2027, Times Higher Education 2027, ARWU 2026, QS subject rankings 2026.