Flats, rooms and residences near the AU

This institution, called Aarhus universitet in Danish, is the second-largest university in Denmark. In addition, it usually occupies very good positions (among the top 100 worldwide) in the international rankings that list universities by teaching level. All this, added to the possibility of delving into Danish culture, makes many young people choose the AU to carry out their exchange.

In this article, we tell you everything you need to know about the institution, so that you can find student housing near Aarhus University easily, and you can make the reservation online and quickly.

Flats and rooms for students near the AU

To find accommodation near the institution, you first need to determine where the campus you are going to is. Once this is done, you will be able to choose the ideal neighbourhood for you, comparing prices, service offers and proximity to the institution.

Where is the Aarhus University located?

Although the main campus of this institution is located in the centre of Aarhus, your faculty may be located in different institution campuses. We tell you which are the four most important campuses of the AU:

Campus Aarhus and Nobelparken

This is the institution's main campus and is located around University Park. This is where most of the events take place and where the AU's most important facilities are located. In addition, on the Aarhus Campus you will find the following faculties:

• Art

• Science and Technology

• Health

The faculties that are considered part of the Aarhus Campus but are in buildings outside the central complex are:

• BSS, School of Business and Social Sciences, in the Møllevangen neighbourhood

• Engineering, in the Navitas complex in the port of Aarhus and in Katrinebjerg.

BTECH - Department of Business Development and Technology

This AU institute is located in Herning, east of the city centre. You can connect both areas by train. In fact, in approximately 10 minutes you can make the journey from the centre to the institution complex.

Campus Emdrup

Located in the Emdrup neighbourhood of the Danish capital, Copenhagen, here are taught classes of the Danish School of Education. This campus became part of the AU in 2007, when the Danish University of Education joined Aarhus University.

Best neighbourhoods to live in near the AU

The following are some of the most chosen neighbourhoods by young people who go to Aarhus University on exchange:

Vesterbro

This area, which is part of the city centre, has the building of the BSS School in Aarhus and borders to the north with the main campus of the AU. One of the neighbourhoods preferred by young people to live here is Øgadekvarteret.

Nørre Stenbro and Trøjborg

These two neighbourhoods are located a few minutes walk from the city centre and the Aarhus Campus and Nobelparken. Thanks to this, you will be able to easily get to everywhere, as well as enjoying its wide range of restaurants (cafés, restaurants and bars), parks, sports complexes and cinemas.

Latinerkvarteret (Latin Quarter)

This central neighbourhood is one of the most chosen by students to live in every year. This is because it is part of the city centre, it has many affordable cafés and restaurants, it has a great cultural offer (cinemas, museums, historical buildings) and it is very close to the AU campus.

Student residences near Aarhus University

This institution offers accommodation to students in residences (called “kollegier” in Danish) in the three cities where it is present: Aarhus, Herning and the Emdrup area. Keep in mind that they do not usually include pillows, bedding and duvets, as well as decoration in the spare rooms. In the case of private student residences, these usually include everything you need to move in, so you have to consider which option is most convenient for you.

Erasmus in Aarhus University

These are some aspects to take into account during your mobility in this institution:

• Bicycles are usually the preferred mean of transport for Danes throughout the country, and this is no exception in Aarhus. We recommend that you consider buying a second-hand bike or renting one when you arrive, to be able to move that way and save on transportation daily.

• If your mobility is going to be during winter and the cold throws you back, you don't have to worry! During this season you will be able to enjoy an aspect of Danish culture they call “hygge”. It refers to the possibility of being relaxed, calm and comfortable, spending time with friends or family without having to have a specific plan.

• One of the requirements to be able to go on an exchange to the AU is to present a certificate proving a high level of English, so you will have to process it before your arrival.

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