Applications are now open for multiple PhD positions at Aarhus University in Denmark. These positions are available across various fields in the faculties of Arts, Business and Social Sciences, Health, Natural Sciences, and Technical Sciences.
Most positions are fully funded with a competitive salary. They are open to both Danish and international students from all nationalities. There is no application fee. Deadlines vary from March to August 2026 depending on the specific call.
Key Details:
- University: Aarhus University
- Host Country: Denmark
- Degree Level: PhD (4+4 and 5+3 schemes)
- Funding Type: Fully Funded (salary + tuition coverage)
- Application Fee: None
- Open For: All nationalities
What this PhD Program Offers:
- Monthly salary as a PhD fellow
- Full tuition fee coverage
- Access to excellent research facilities and resources
- High-quality supervision and academic guidance
- International research environment and networking opportunities
- Professional development and good work-life balance in Denmark
- Opportunity to live and study in a highly ranked university
Eligibility Criteria:
- Relevant Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree (requirements depend on 4+4 or 5+3 scheme)
- Strong academic record
- Good English language skills
- Research interest that matches the chosen PhD programme or project
- Ability to meet the specific requirements of the chosen call
Programs Available:
- Anthropology, Global Studies and the Study of Religion
- Art, Literature and Cultural Studies
- Didactics
- History, Archaeology and Classical Studies
- ICT, Media, Communication and Journalism
- Language, Linguistics, Communication and Cognition
- Learning and Education
- Theology, History of Ideas and Philosophy
- Business Development and Technology
- Economics and Business Economics
- Law
- Management
- Political Science
- Psychology and Behavioral Science
- Social Science and Business
- Biomedicine
- Public Health
- Clinical Medicine, Odontology and Forensic Medicine
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Geoscience
- Mathematics
- Molecular Biology and Genetics
- Nanoscience
- Physics and Astronomy
- Agroecology
- Animal Science
- Bioscience
- Biological and Chemical Engineering
- Civil and Architectural Engineering
- Ecoscience
- Electrical and Computer Engineering
- Environmental Sciences
- Food Science
- Mechanical and Production Engineering
- Quantitative Genetics and Genomics
How to Apply:
- Visit the official Aarhus University PhD website
- Choose between Open Call (your own project) or Specific Calls (predefined projects)
- Read the call and application guide carefully
- Prepare all required documents (CV, project description, transcripts, motivation letter, references, etc.)
- Submit your application online before the deadline
Important Tip: Apply early and read the detailed guidelines for each call.
