In 2011 Aarhus University, merged its Aarhus School of Business with the Faculty of Social Sciences to create a broad business school capable of contributing not only to the traditional business education but to solving the grand business and societal challenges. The interdisciplinary merge allows for innovative research and educational activities and thus differentiating the school from most traditional business schools and remaining competitive in local and global markets. 
 
Now known as the Aarhus School of Business and Social Sciences (Aarhus BSS) and located in the heart of Aarhus city, Aarhus BSS is in the top 1% of business schools worldwide, holding the Triple Crown title for receiving accreditation from EQUIS, AACSB and AMBA. One of the largest business schools in Europe, Aarhus BSS offers an internationally oriented suite of programs whilst maintaining a Scandinavian style. 
 
While on exchange at Aarhus, students can sign up for a Danish course at the local language centre during their free time. 

Aarhus, located on the east coast of the Jutland peninsula, is the second largest city in Denmark after Copenhagen. It has a population of 320,000 and is centrally located in Denmark and Northern Europe.

Aarhus has more than 40,000 students in the city, making it the youngest city in Denmark while historically being one of the oldest. The city's business development, its research and educational activities, the environment as well as the cultural and leisure activities offered, combine with its strategic location to make Aarhus an important economic growth area in Denmark. In 2017, the city was named the European Capital of Culture.

Denmark, officially the Kingdom of Denmark, is a Nordic country located in Northern Europe. This southernmost country in Scandinavia includes an archipelago of 443 named islands as well as the autonomous terrority of Greenland. Denmark lies south of Sweden and Norway, and shares its southern border with Germany. Denmark has a population of 5.8 million people, with 1.9 million living in and around the capital city Copenhagen.

Nearly 90% of Denmark's population is of Danish descent, with the remaining coming from across Europe and the Middle East. Danish is the predominant language, with Greenlandic and Faroese also being spoken, particularly by the ethnic groups of those respective areas. Most people in Denmark will also have familiarity with German and English, making it easy for you to get around.

Denmark boasts an impressive array of museums, art galleries, castles, and ancient sites for those interested in learning more about Scandinavian culture and history. Aarhus, Denmark's second largest city, ranks in many 'top European destination' lists, with vibrant nightlife and some of Denmark's best universities. Denmark is a country renowned for the ease of cycling – it is incredibly flat and has infrastructure for cyclists which makes it amazingly easy for you to explore the country!

Aarhus is a top destination for architecture connoisseurs with stunning modern architecture to see. Visit this country and you will be spoilt for things to do and see, such as visiting beautiful old towns in the heart of modern cities, visiting some of Europe's best carnivals and music festivals, exploring up-and-coming fashion houses, and going to the beach in summer!

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The concept of 'hygge' which can be roughly translated to being cosy or feeling well in the presence of your loved ones in a homely environment, has long been considered part of the Danish national character. Denmark is consistently ranked among the top 10 happiest countries in the world.

All students must meet standard exchange selection criteria and any host institution restrictions.

Completion of at least one year of university study with a minimum GPA of 5. 
 
Aarhus requires students to undertake between 25 to 30 ECTS while on exchange, as such, the 13.5 units (22.5 ECTS) option is not available for exchange.  

Only courses from General Business and Economics areas are available at Aarhus BSS

• UniSA academic transcript 
• Passport 

Credits are measured by the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) and the following applies: 

• 18 units = 30 ECTS 

Exchange students do not need to provide documentation of their English proficiency. However, are expected to have an English proficiency equivalent to at least a score of 83 in the TOEFL iBT.  

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Aarhus School of Business and Social Sciences does not offer airport pick up. Students will need to make their own way to the campus from Aarhus Airport. 
 
There are many ways of reaching Aarhus from abroad. The most common ways are: 

• Flying to Copenhagen and then taking a connecting flight to Aarhus Airport (30 minutes), and then the airport shuttle to downtown Aarhus (45 minutes).  
• Flying to Copenhagen and then taking a train or bus from Copenhagen Airport to Aarhus. The train ride takes approximately 3 hours. The bus will depart from Copenhagen city centre and take you approximately 4 hours.  
• Flying to Billund International Airport and then taking the airport shuttle (1 ½ hours) to downtown Aarhus. 

More information on how to get to the campus can be found here. 

Aarhus offers a variety of on-campus housing options such as dorms/shared houses either furnished/unfurnished from Student Housing Aarhus or AU Housing.  
 
AU Housing guarantees housing for exchange students coming in the Spring semester. Those undertaking exchange in the Autumn semester should also consider other housing options as housing is not guaranteed. 
 
More information on accommodation can be found here. 

As an exchange partner with the University of South Australia, you do not have to pay tuition fees to Aarhus School of Business and Social Sciences, instead you will pay tuition as you would normally at UniSA. Travel and living expenses are at your own cost. The table below gives an indication of costs you will incur: 

More information can be found here.

You may be eligible to receive additional grants or scholarships to fund your experience. For more information please see the funding and scholarships website.

UniSA offers travel insurance as part of your exchange for up to 270 days (can be extended up to 365 days). For more information please see travel insurance website.  
 
Please click here to read the travel insurance policy. 
 
A list of Frequently Asked Questions can be found here. 
 
If you have any further questions about travel insurance, please contact the UniSA Insurance Office on 08 8302 1678.